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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1949

Page

3

Local News Advertisements and Subscriptions Info

Fragmented ad copy outlines subscription rates and distribution terms for daily and Sunday editions. Mentions Associated Press use and Katz Agency handling advertising in multiple cities. Includes payment terms, delivery areas, and address charge provisions for subscribers.

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County Levy Proposals Seek Funds for Airport Park and More

The Raleigh County plan asks voters to approve a three year special levy to fund a new airport expansion, Little Beaver Park improvements, a comfort station, paint Creek Hand recreation project, courthouse work and debt payoff totaling about 1 9 30 0 0 0 plus smaller items. Supporters urge residents to vote yes to move Beckley toward better public amenities.

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Christmas for Raleigh County A plea on local wealth and philanthropy

The writer laments unequal philanthropy in Raleigh County and West Virginia, arguing benefiting causes like hospitals libraries and schools should come from profits derived from local natural resources. They note absentee ownership of mines and plants and urge reinvestment of basic wealth to uplift the community and state.

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West Virginia Vital Wealth From Coal Demands Local Tax Reform

Thomas F. Stafford argues that absentee industrialists extract profits from Beckley and surrounding counties while giving little back. He urges West Virginia residents to raise property and depletion taxes to fund local refinements and education, noting profits flow to distant states and that children seek better opportunities locally.

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Safer Year in US Coal Industry Cited by Mines Bureau

The U S Bureau of Mines credits 1918 as the safest year for coal mining based on injuries per output ton while noting luck played a part. It highlights safety gains from actions by mine companies and the United Mine Workers, urges continued effort, and warns the job is far from finished.

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From Senate to White House

Short overview of Harry S. Truman’s rise from obscurity to chairman of a war investigating committee and his path to the presidency. Highlights include wartime funding, his 1944 vice presidency considerations, unifying postwar leadership, Potsdam conference talks, and the atomic bomb decision.

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Boyle’s Column Sees Businessmen Doubting Themselves

Hal Boyle reflects on the self doubt of American businessmen who, despite success and central roles in the economy, feel reluctant and self critical in social settings. He notes how government regulation, long shop talk, and fear of appearing dull erode their confidence while praising their crucial role as the venture backbone of civilization.

Shirley Temple recollections from Hollywood days

Hollywood by Gent HANDSAKER recalls meeting Shirley Temple as a child star, noting her petite frame, charm, and fan encounters. The piece lists famous figures she connected with, including Mme Chiang Kai-Shek and J. Edgar Hoover, and describes visits to studios and the White House with anecdotes from her youth.

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European recovery and Marshall plan limits analyzed

Joseph Alsop argues that European recovery hinges on Marshall aid despite political tensions. He notes tax or price pressures, warns against totalitarian seduction, and weighs economic readjustments amid France Italy and others resisting sacrifices. The piece stresses aid as political insurance and questions whether rep better terms will deter decay.

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Marry for Money Chapter Sixteen Sparks and Schemes

Gail argues with Mrs. Spencer over marrying Bradford for money while admitting she is not in love. The exchange reveals Gail’s view of marriage, independence, and the pressure of social expectations as Alexandria and Millicent react to the unfolding plan.

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Silent reunion plans and political pressure swirl in a foggy evening

Gail confronts Mrs. Spencer and Alexandria about marriage, temptation, and fidelity as rain subsides outside. A younger, lively Alexandria warns of a looming revelation to her grandson while Gail resolves to honor a bargain, amid a vague international policy discussion and fear of inflation shadowing postwar Europe.

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