WPA Error and funding gaps threaten relief projects
The piece argues that federal relief agencies since 1929 have aimed to support destitute citizens, criticizing WPA for inefficiency and funding exhaustion. It notes Raleigh County WPA projects worth 338000, weather delays, and paid idle time, warning that projects may shut down with no worker allowances, while hoping a new agency replaces WPA by June 30 with lessons learned.
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WPA
United States
RFC
CWA
FERA
AVPA
Raleigh
Tess
Bosworth Seeks Dual Nomination in Randolph County
Elkins resident John W. Bosworth, 27, seeks the Democratic nomination for United States Senate and for the Randolph County House of Delegates. He calls himself a Rush Hall Democrat and vows to run for both offices in one sprint if nominated, with a caveat he may choose between them in November.
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Rush Holt
John W. Bosworth
Elkins
United States Senate
House of Delegates
Randolph County
Bosworth
Rush Hall
Utere
Holt
Senate
Johnny Nussanse
Evers
Flo
Tywice
Human Kindness and Charity Rackets in America
The piece reflects on aid in America where calls for help are answered, yet charity rackets exploit generous impulses and divert thousands of dollars from donors. It notes that in large centers motives can be hidden and fears the loss of true charitable spirit if scams rise.
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America
Beckt Flood Relief Contributions Raise Red Cross Quota
The Register noted it would forward voluntary flood relief contributions for the Ohio river region. No appeals were made, just an opportunity to help distressed neighbors. Scores donated and over half the Red Cross quota has been reached, reflecting credit on Beckley and Raleigh county citizens.
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Register
Ohio River
Red Cross
Beckley
Raleigh
The Electoral College and the American President
A discussion notes that naturalization applicants often say the people elect the president, not the electoral college. The piece argues the college carries out the people's mandate, defines the president as the national leader with broad moral authority in emergencies, and reflects on American democratic ideals and the system’s unique structure.
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United States
Nerely
Union
Flying Turkey and Other Odd News From The Press
The Turkish Aerostatic League drew 57 000 members last year and funded the purchase of 500 planes while the Turkish Brid training group counts 34 planenrists and 29 parachutists. A Stanford professor promotes the whale as a car model, and a Russian claims a 116 hour gas mask endurance record. An Ohio humanitarian supports the Norris Bill to electrify farms to protect hired girls who read movie magazines.
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Turkey
Turkish Aerostatic League
League
Ohio
Bluestone dam development in West Virginia outlined
The Bluestone dam at Hinton in southern West Virginia is set to begin before mid-summer. CCC workers clear riverbank land along the New River as the project advances, with engineers active in Hinton and surrounding areas. The dam aims to control floodwaters and may later power generation, spurring regional industry and growth for Hinton and Luserne County.
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Bluestone
Hinton
West Virginia
CCC
Tygart’s Valley
Lusimers County
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
New York Times
Rocky Mountains
Appalachians
America
White Sulphur Springs
Rockley
Man About Manhattan Own AA AAA Ay
A humorous column sketches a busy newsroom scene with characters like Johnny Nuisance and a Harlem local, mixing jokes about press intrusions, theatergoers, and tipsy observations. It notes oddities in fashion, oyster health questions, and a brief lampoon of Edward VIII. A closing quip compares war odds from Lloyd's of London.
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Manhattan
Hat-Check Claim Sparks Talk Of A Russian Princess
A belittling remark links a hat-check girl to a Russian princess, claiming aristocratic fealty as a daily occurrence. The exchange hints at social pretensions and rumors surrounding identity in a club scene.
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Ladijensky
Albert Stevens Crockett
Needle Surfaces After 57 Years in Farm Woman’s Foot
A Western farm woman says a needle swallowed 57 years ago finally emerged from her foot. Impatient, she had already bought another needle. A speech authority worries radio could erase rural dialects, while another endorses the loss as acceptable.
Diamond Jim Arnold Defends Scene Stealing View
Edward Arnold rebuts claims of scene stealing, saying it’s rare and often due to good material. He favors not “hauling” his face into every scene, citing a 50 50 balance and his contented star status under Schulberg with strong contract terms and life insurance benefits. He previews biographical projects on Jim Fisk and others.
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Edward VIII
Rottle
Coons Hollywood
Edward Arnold
Jim” Arnold
Arnold
Jim
B. P. Schulberg
Tve
Schuberg
Sutter
Women’s Missionary Society Meets at Mrs Johnson’s Home
The Women’s Missionary Society held its regular monthly meeting at Mrs. Eugene Johnson’s residence Wednesday evening. An interesting program was presented focusing on the topic Blaz- (text cut).
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C. J. Gerald
D.D. Wilkinson
C. R. Thrasher
A. T. Robertson
John Sutphin
Alvin Morefield
Houston Vie
Frank Albert
John Wilcox
Sanford Rhodes
Mayme Worley
Eugene Johnson
Wyco Ball Club
Wyco
The
Missionary Society
Axia
Golden Raint and Golden Ra Mystery in New York Home
Morgan Black, a boarder, revisits an old mutnation tale as Lan ning uncovers her brother Giwen and the sister Patna. The presumed death casts doubt on Morgans status while a push to relocate Ira to prestigious surroundings surfaces. Phina offers a luxurious home in New York.
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Morgan Black
Ella
Rte Lanning
Giwen
Patna
Owen Ea
America
Able
Ant Phina
New York
Strong Words Chapter 14 Shifts in a Philadelphia Romance
In a scene rich with social drift and romance, Iris and Phina clash over an engagement setup while Phina maneuvers through New York and Philadelphia networks. Iris accepts a dream of marriage but slows to tell Phina tomorrow as Uncle William and Aunt Phina’s tense circle tests loyalties. Meanwhile, Josephine confronts a life of unfulfilled love and family duty, revealing scarred histories and rivalries amid a village of relatives.
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Park Avenue
Phila
Owen
Phina
Delftes
Iris
New York
Ella
Ris
Uncle William
Morgan
Aunt Phioa
Will
Jesse
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Fieldale
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