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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1932
Page
4
The Beckley scene gathers young attorneys as the writer muses on the legal profession’s grip on government and previews local names such as W H McGifinis, K Douglas Bowers, E Clyde Scott, and others, while poking fun at politicians and public figures and noting a Ford car issue in school zones.
The message argues school zones become paralyzing when crowded with officers, suggesting strict enforcement only targets speeding drivers while neglecting others in need. It notes paradoxically that officers pull violators, not those who slow down or stall, highlighting concerns about fairness and safety.
Local Colored News notes Ebenezer Baptist Church will host morning services led by Rev P F King with evening topic Pete the Ambassador of God. A B Y P A program is planned and open to all. Funeral notices for Ernest Walker and Alma Vaughn detail services and pallbearers. Armstead Undertaking is in charge. The paper also lists P T A meetings, league activities, and assorted community notices.
E. E. Lilly announces for Justice of Peace in Shay Springs district in the Democratic primary. Lilly, 64, is a native of Raleigh County, a minister, and resident near Shady Spring post office with a family. George Cotterill of St. Paul survived after drinking poison by mistake and giving himself an emetic.
Visitor offers free demonstration of rupture treatment at the McCreery Hotel on Wednesday January 27 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Open to men only with cautions against wear of certain devices and unnecessary operations. Claims rupture causes various ailments and deaths can be avoided. visit restricted to white people.
Hats fall in ring as voters see many seats open in the upcoming primary. Names from Shady Spring appear soon with A W Griffith urged for county court commissioner and Londa Lilly urged to run for the House of Delegates. Joseph Chambers also expected to announce another term, with Republican backing strong.
Dr. McKenzie born in the South and Harvard educated, spent years in Washington then Beckley since 1923. Social row features refreshments by Mrs Barrett and Mrs Rosemond. Visitors include Ray Dudley from Ohio visiting sister Mrs Dickerson. Local cooking school praise and springlike golf outings noted. Glen White ladies attended. Beane’s Orchestra provided Friday night amusement hall dance for twenty couples.
Glen White West Virginia notes show the Firehadies title Society gathering at Mrs Arthur Barrett residence with 21 members. President Mrs Thomas Morgan opened the meeting and Rev Smith led devotions. Brief business session heard committee reports.
The article notes regret at Mrs. Aubrey Nuepes leaving duties due to ill health. It mentions her efficiency and indicates a temporary departure from service.
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