Moving New River State College to Beckley Considered
The Charleston and Beckley papers debate relocating New River State College. Beckley offers vacant land and rail links, with proposals to adapt the college to a coal industry oriented technical school. Proponents cite local mining courses and regional needs, while caution urges diplomatic handling.
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Beckley
Ee Ae
Associated Press
New River State College
Farth
Montgomery
Charleston
West Virginia
Virginia's Loss in Congress After Reapportionment
A discussion of Virginia losing a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives due to reapportionment of congressional seats, outlining the impact on state representation and political dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Congress
Virginia’s shrinking House strength noted in historic comparison
The piece laments Virginia’s dilution in the U S House of Representatives from nine to ten members, noting past dominance and current limits while arguing experience in Washington can offset numeric loss. It compares 1800 and 1810 eras to modern times and cites Idaho and Montana as powerful despite small populations.
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Richmond
Virginia
Virginia Wadd
House
New York
Pennsylvania
Washington
Idaho
Montana
Borah
Wish
John D. Portrait in Oils says much about a titan of industry
A new book on John D. Rockefeller by John K. Winkler argues the work is not a whitewash. It details both ruthless tactics and deep philanthropy, noting Rockefeller’s demand for favorable rail access and predatory competition while praising his religious sincerity and large charitable gifts. It also comments on Beckley Mere coal buyers resisting standard coal sizes, a first in Smokeless Coal Association efforts.
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John J
John K. Winkler
America
John
Ife
Beckley Mere
Smokeless Coal Association
Wickersham the Attorney General and Hoover’s Law Enforcement Aid
A profile of George Wickersham highlighting his career under Taft and his selection by Herbert Hoover to chair a commission on enforcing federal laws. Noted for judicial temperament and widespread respect, his background includes Phillips Exeter Harvard and roles with the University of Pennsylvania and Carnegie Institute.
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Wishington
Lime George
W. Wickerstim
Flife
United States
Willian Howard Tat
Wieherstine
Gee
Taft
Taft Taft
White House
Withershanti
Aft
Haver
George Wickersham
Wisi
Vermont Avenue
Department
Hoover
Thanvard
Wickersham
Te University of Pennsylvania
The
Carnegie Institute
Registerings A Column of Comment and Criticism
A compact column presents observation and opinion on quotations and interpretations. It probes questions raised by cited lines and reflects on how readers relate to quoted material.
Drive by Harper Road Sparks Talk of Modern Romance
A travelogue of couples and cars at dusk on Harper Road prompts musings on changing morals. The narrator jokes about age, affection, and speed, noting how modern roads and mustaches alter social norms and prompting quips about Cleopatra statues and Ford cars.
Kiwanians Attend Miss Johnson and Hobson Program
Kiwanians feature Marguerite Johnson teacher of piano and voice at Ure Misun School of Music presenting a program in Heckley. Grace Robertson joined Aubrey Smith as guest at the Episcopal parish house event. LC Hobson of The Court and C and O agent at Raleigh spoke on railroad safety and grade crossings. Next week’s all Kiwanis meeting will be held Monday with members assembling for the nationwide all Kiwanis program.
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Marguerite Johnson
Plang
Ure Misun
School of Music
Withoa Harge
Heckley
Kiwanis
Pridky Moon
Chet
Grace Robertson
Aubrey Smith
Episcopal Parish
LC. Hobson
Court
Raleigh
Texas Tammany Allows No Holders of Office
In a garbled transcript the piece hints at a Texas Tammany style group, noting no office holders and referencing the Apaches. It mentions an election to office, questioned connections, and implied political influence, but details are severely corrupted and unclear.
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Texas
Tammany
Associated Press
Houston
Pes
Phaistan
Tammany Halk
New York
Odietiad Report Warns About High Priced Water Cars
The editorials warn that high priced water cars are moving to Sweden, citing the department of cotumeres.
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Odetiad
Sweden
Department of Cotumeres
Anti-Smiths Nominate Brown For Virginia Governor
The Anti-Smiths in Virginia select Dr. William Moseley Brown of Washington and Lee University as their gubernatorial nominee. Brown, a psychologist, accepted the nomination at the party convention.
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Associated Press
William Moseley Brown
Washington and Lee University
Virginia
Farmeps Question Continues in West Virginia Meeting
A discussion among Virginia and Carolinas farmers in Raleigh County West Virginia focused on licensing and market practices for a regional commodity. The meeting examined legality, dealer licenses, and blame for market issues while stressing loyalty to American producers and Raleigh County buyers. Directors present included Vin Widnt of Gun View, M D Shrewsbury of Shady Spring, and J J Worley of Shady Spring.
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West Virginia
Bay
Farmers of
Farmers of Virginia, the Carolinas
Aerelianis
Raleigh
Fileish County
Raleigh County
Gun View
Medrick
Beckley
M.D. Shrewsbury
Shady Spring
J. J. Worley
De Montia Brothers Ride Lodge Goat to Wealth
Greenville citizens recall the De Montia brothers rising from modest beginnings to wealth through a local enterprise. The story highlights their early life, the pivotal horse venture, and the impact of their business on Greenville's industry and employment.
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Greenville
de Montia
Deed Trust Trustee's Sale Notice Fragment
A legal notice fragment lists Kyle J. Harper as trustee and references a deed of trust sale. Details are incomplete but indicate a trustee sale proceeding under a trust agreement. Specific property, court, date, and terms are not readable in the fragment.
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