New Peril Faces Congress Over Federal Coal Control
Congress considers two bills to regulate the coal industry one from Pennsylvania aligned and a western Maryland measure. Miners and operators resist giving control to a federal commission, while Pennsylvania hopes to steer the plan to its favor. West Virginia coal growth heightens Pennsylvania pressure as the industry fears loss of markets and price advantages.
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Congress
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Federal Commission
Keystone
West Virginia
Later Closing of Stores in Beckley
Local merchants debate extending hours to nine o'clock to capture out of town trade while weighing costs for extra clerks and potential hardship for employees. Some support the move as in the community’s best interests. others oppose it, noting existing road access and no definite decision yet.
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G. C. Hedrick
Beckley
Married Men Disagree With Paget On Speech Condition
A remark by Sir Richard Paget claiming human speech remains primitive sparks disagreement among several married men. The exchange highlights differing views on linguistic development and communication progress.
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Richard Paget
Alabama Sister Praises Pastor For Courage Against Devil
A local Alabama woman commends a new pastor for bold stand against evil, praising his public censure of the devil and urging community support for his spiritual leadership.
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Alabama
A Good Week s Record
A summary opinion piece notes a surge in law enforcement after the Lindbergh kidnapping era. It cites five kidnappers receiving severe penalties in a single day across Warren Ohio New York Los Angeles Clinton Iowa and West Virginia. It condemns professional criminals and praises stricter punishment and security.
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Lindbergh
Warren
Ohio
Dowell Hargraves
Delute
New York City
Los Angeles
Clinton
Iowa
Harry F. Powers
West Virginia
Supreme Court
Federal Court
Northern District
West Virginia congressmen split on Volstead vote
Kanawha Valley News comments on two WV representatives Smith and Bachmann voting to let constituents decide on modifying the Volstead law. Four others voted to deny the people a say, arguing the enforcement method short of public approval. The piece notes editorial stance against denying public input and questions enforcement policy.
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West Virginia
Congress
Smith
Bachman
Innemi
Bachmann
Kanawha Valley News
Commentary and notices from a bygone column mix
A column blends political chatter and social notes, citing Hoover, Borah, and a Victory Fund in Raleigh county. It includes domestic squibs, a science joke, a list of local ladies, a house fire at Sophia, farm-to-work migration trends, funeral attendances, and several brief personal updates from Sophia and Eskdale.
Birthday party honors Mrs Minnick in Sophia
Mrs Minnick of Sophia entertained many lady friends at her home on Wednesday night for her forty first birthday. Guests enjoyed games jokes and refreshments with green and white St Patrick s day decor and included Mrs Louetta Thomas Mrs Henry Smith Mrs Frank Stone Mrs SK HW Roberts Mrs Criss Ruble Mrs 8 B Zeigler Mrs Ed Martin Mrs Stanley Schofield Mrs Will Waddell and Mrs G Sesler.
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Criss Ruble
B. Zeigler
Ed Martin
Stanley Schofield
Will Waddell
G. Sesler
New York Soda Jerks Bring Southern Charm to City Counters
In bustling New York on March 19, soda jerks from the South draw curious reactions as managers praise their courteous, personal service. New Orleans workers lament lack of time to chat while serving, and some Southern graduates flaunt fraternity pins. The piece also notes a lively lost and found department at a major movie house with 40 percent reclaim rate and 3,500 items reported monthly.
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New York
South
Manger
New
Joe
New Orleans
Nashville
Sudden Proposal Prompts Hasty Marriage and Family Tensions
Kitty Frew is startled by an abrupt proposal and wedding. She moves in with her husband Garfeld and his parents but feels out of place. Garfeld refuses to work, prompting his mother to criticize Kitty's social standing. Kitty flees to Garfeld's half brother and Dorcas for support.
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Kitty
Garfeld
Gar
Dorcas
While Kitty Waits and a New Start at Stratton's
Dorcas helps Kitty settle for the night while Kitty plans a future with Dorcas and Gar ahead. At Stratton's three weeks pass after Kitty’s departure, as No. 12 Katharine Brandon endures gossip and new work under Josie Price, and Kitty returns to Dorcas on Ketchum Street where a circle of friends rebuilds self-respect with Dorcas’ guidance.
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Dorcas
Kitty
Gar
Stratton’s
No. 12
Neig
Lee
Josie Price
Josh
Miss Lee
Josie
Stratton's
Bundie Deak
Stratte
Ketchum Street
David
Pound
Mrs. Gentle
Emil Schelling
Mark Quinn
Leah Moore
Max Adler
Palace Theater Orchestra
Times
the Times Uilding
Jana Abbott
Resolutions of Respect for Brother P. G Hedrick
The text pays tribute to P G Hedrick who died March 15 1932. It notes his abilities as a chemist and his work with imitation jewelry. White Stick Lodge No 311 I O C F Mahat Scatt W Va drapes in mourning for thirty days and extends condolences to his family. His life is set as an example of service to the Mystic Order and the community.
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P. G Hedrick
White Stick Lodge
C. F
Mahscatt
W. Va
Eda
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