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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1935
Page
4
The control commission released advertising regulations for liquor as repeal proceeds. Prohibitions include no store or agency names, no prices, no lewd or deceptive visuals, no claims of health benefits, and no ads in schools or on signs. Moderation and brand distinction only, aiming to curb consumption.
Advocates of the Wagner Costigan bill aim to combat international mob law and prevent future wars. The piece argues that war harms noncombatants and that steering resources toward prevention rather than armament benefits all, even if munition makers lose. It contrasts domestic and international disorder, urging statesmen to focus on preventive measures.
The ancient realm once ruled by Cyrus the Great ceases to be known as Persia. Officials say the long standing world empire identity will be retired as the nation seeks a new historical designation reflecting its current status and era.
The text traces Persia’s shift to Iran as the country’s proper name, explains the origin of Iran from Aryana, and notes that the Persian Gulf remains a shared high sea not controlled by Iran, despite competing claims. It also links ancient rulers to modern national identity and language changes.
The Welch Daily News notes 5 779 West Virginia students attend college, with 2 396 at the state university. Of these, 1 600 arrive from six counties, 400 from outside the state, and 49 from other counties send 369 to Morgantown. The piece critiques the university’s location, distance, and regional pull toward Washington schools, VPI and Virginia.
Agitation rises in border cities as WV plans yellow on black plates for the next fiscal period, potentially resembling Ohio. Police in Ohio border towns cite tracing fugitives could be harder due to color similarity. Officials note criminals often carry spare plates, and a unique scheme would still serve the state if color choices remain sound.
Washington daybook notes the Costigan Wagner anti lynching bill faces stiff southern opposition led by Bailey Connolly and Smith in a Senate filibuster echoing 1922 Dyer bill tactics. Republicans push for a vote to pressure Democrats in northern states where black voters influence party strength.
Registerings A Column of Comment and Criticism, Observations and Opinions, Questionings and Quotations. Culbertson accepts his nomination as New York Public Bore No 1 with no perturbation. Beulah Dunbar of Beckley and Ruth Deck with Anna Lee visit. Junior Smith visits sister. Grat Neely with Claude Wilburn. Frank Clark at Wheeling. Curry, Deck, and Clyde visit Tazewell. various social notes.
Daniels West Virginia area residents are noted for hospitality with visiting guests including Mr and Mrs Donzie Lilly from Glen Hedrick and Mr and Mrs Theron Bowling returning to Winfield after a week with relatives. Other guests include Mrs Frank McClain from Crow and Miss Bernice Deck visiting Miss Ima Neely in Hinton.
An essay urges parents to balance reprimands with praise and daily pleasant comments. It argues that positive feedback is often overlooked while even small faults draw attention, and that mindful praise can improve home life and reduce blame.
Miss Rosine Giesey an 18 year old Beckley resident daughter of Reverend Mr and Mrs E M Giesey was injured when the automobile she rode in overturned on Harper road yesterday afternoon She was treated at Beckley hospital for lacerations to her back right shoulder and right temple and chest injuries It was believed no bones were broken Driver Lacy Ward Jr and another occupant Miss Sarah Meade escaped injury
Fred Warrington recalls early film days when prop boys did everything from set design to acting. He describes improvising a Robinson Crusoe, making cocoanuts from soup bowls, fashioning an ostrich from broom sticks and plaster, and even slipping a tub through a hotel window to fit production needs.
Capetown authorities relax height limits to 120 feet for commercial buildings and an insurance company announces a 220 foot, 2 million dollar tower. It will be the tallest structure in South Africa.
Alison Kede travels to a country house near London to meet her father as requested but finds the house deserted. A skull-headed creature menaces her until a courteous young man intervenes. They search the house, find only a light switch, and wonder why no servants are present.
Alison travels from Lausanne to Warley, Sussex, meeting her father’s surprising plan to wed a French widow. The lonely Croft House raises doubts as she fears a hidden man and a hidden past. A caretaker’s quip hints at a missing “friend” in the attic while a strange mood lingers.
Pear W Va Grover Plumley and family of Winona spent the weekend with relatives here. Mrs Lillie Bowling of Lester has returned home after visiting for over a week since the funeral of her father Marshal Garten of New. Mrs J A Meadows visiting daughter Mrs C W Riffe Mabscott this week. Mrs Hazard Aunt Frances Bragg remains not much improved. Mr and Mrs J M Garten of New were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Oscar Jones. Mrs Ermine Plumley guest of sister Mrs Daisy Jones Sunday. Aunt Maggie Buckland remains not much improved. Those shopping in Beckley Monday included Cecil Benedict Norman Plumley Mrs J A Meadows Marie Bragg and Willard Meadows. Mrs Mildred and Tynie Patton visiting sister Mrs Opal Richmond.
Miss Frances Coleman has been appointed secretary at the Raleigh County Health office succeeding Mrs Beverly Hume. Miss Coleman’s appointment is effective as of May 1.
India’s domestic motion picture industry shows notable progress as native production increases, offering severe competition to American and British films. The shift signals growing local prominence in the cinema market and prompts reassessment of distribution across regions.
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