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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1935
Page
4
A carnival aggregation camped outside Beckley near Sprague swimming pool, prompting calls for an ordinance to ban encampments within and beyond city limits. Writers warn of nuisances and health risks, noting venereal disease clinic upticks after gatherings and urging stricter local enforcement.
Washington weighs steps to keep the United States neutral if war erupts in Ethiopia and Italy. Congress would need to authorize any arms embargo, with a Pope bill backing a national munitions board and licensing by the State Department to regulate shipments.
The bill would grant full publicity to traffic refusals and establish the machinery to administer present and future restrictions, outlining a framework for disclosure and enforcement by authorities.
The piece argues humor preserves the soul and aids salvation. It cites Job,Laughing Magi and Jesus to show humor threads through sacred stories. It urges using humor to endure life’s trials instead of over seriousness, noting some never laugh, while wine helps some cope.
Ruth Kerr of New York notes a trend toward larger feet across genders, with the average woman's foot expanding from 5½ to 7 and men from 9½ to 10. The piece advocates education to boost appreciation of bigger feet rather than forcing ill fitting shoes.
A sharp note notes absence of horns on Utopia motor vehicles. The steering wheel button controls a powerful brake system.
Dominion News notes West Virginia State Police gains from 70 graduates at Point Pleasant and commends Col Shingleton for political neutrality. The piece suggests wider honors distribution since Col Shingleton reports to Gov Kump, countering claims of politicization within state departments.
Washington observers note a new strategy to dodge roll calls on hot measures such as the death sentence provision in the utility holding company bill and the Wagner Connery labor relations bill. Leaders from both parties cooperate to keep members from being “put on the spot,” with threats of administration action cited as possible punishment. The AAA amendments later passed 163 to 52 without an individual vote record.
A drunken New York diarist recalls ducking into a Bavarian beer garden on 86th Street to escape rain and protect a new hat. A captivating yet notorious femme drains water through her napkin while gossip swirls about a flirtatious kiss and a pugilist husband. The scene blends street theater with sports headlines as Jim Braddock and Danno O’Mahony rise in wrestling, stirring police and public interest.
Hollywood actress Ann Dvorak says even insiders cannot tell a film's success before release. She recalls choosing roles, skipping a contract, and preferring parts she can inhabit, though she admits some scripts miscast her. She praises Sweet Music with Rudy Valee but laments Broad way Joe may misfit her.
A reflective column mixes criticism and quotations on politics finance and society. It mocks wealth division ideas and notes a casket fire at a western funeral while lampooning figures like Postmaster General Farley and Mellon. It observes unemployment and consumer issues with a satirical tone.
Open competitive examinations for substitute mail carrier and clerk in the Beckley post office will be held next month. Applications must be on file with the Fourth Civil Service district manager in Washington by August 3. Full information and blanks available from Mr. Andrews at the Beckley post office.
A Wisconsin state senator lauded McGuffey's readers and then received a personal gift sent by Henry Ford, signaling a notable exchange between political and industrial leaders.
Huntington officials warn city firefighters to settle their bills or face dismissal. Robert O. Ellis, president, says the civil service board is not a collection agency and debt avoidance is required.
Laurie and Rez Moore pretend to be married to help Rex keep his job with Mark Aibery. Gavin Drake wires Australia to confirm no wedding occurred and tries blackmail. Drake then seeks Rex's employer who shows willingness to hear the tale. Albery loves Laurie.
Albery uses blackmail to trap Drake and uncover Rex Moore s private life while Moore faces a dangerous assignment. Drake provides evidence debunking a marriage rumor, and Albery contemplates using the scandal to boost his own power and control Rex Moore s career and life. Laurie Moore shadows Rex, complicating loyalties and motives.
Cunard residents hosted and visited friends in multiple states with several Fayetteville and surrounding area appearances. Mrs. John McGraw and John McGraw Jr. spent time in Indiana and Cincinnati while Paul Jamison and Vic Robinson returned from a Greenbrier fishing trip. Other locals traveled to Florida Ohio Va and New York area for visits and business over the week.
Martinsburg West Virginia July 22 Clarence Williams a Negro man is held pending investigation of the death of Emma Washington a Negro woman found drowned in Tuscarora Creek authorities report the case is under inquiry and no arrests have been made yet
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