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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1931

Page

2

Madrid Farm Plan Promotes Cooperative Cultivation

Madrid authorities unveiled an Agrarian program to cultivate large estates via cooperative farming societies. No land confiscation is planned. the scheme targets municipal and central government lands and unproductive estates whose owners wish to lease. Rents would be low and modern farming methods introduced as unemployment and agricultural crisis drive policy.

Associated Press Madrid National Assembly

Veterans Loans Boost Economy Says National Commander

The national commander defends veterans loan legislation, denying links to a coming deficit and claiming loans are funded from the Veterans Reserve Fund. He argues the program increases purchasing power, stimulates business, and raises employment, with Congress showing sympathy for veterans in distress.

Congress Veterans’ Reserve Fund Treasury Department Veterans Reserve Fund O'Neil Legion —Res American Legion

National Legion outlines 1935 policy and defense needs

The American Legion national commander urged Congress to advance disability compensation for veterans and the Widows and Orphans bill, pressed for timely naval and defense programs, and warned that a skeletal National Defense Act could threaten national security. He called for equal disability rates across wars and prompt conclusion of chronic disease cases.

Congress House Committee Legion United States Navy Mlain O'Neil American Legion

Belief II on Wilkins expedition cites Arctic conduits

The source describes Wilkins theory of ocean conduits nearly one mile wide that enlarge into a funnel before meeting the sea floor. It notes a jumping off place where depth sharply increases as soundings reach the conduit, with a vertical drop beneath the Arctic basin.

Arctic Meents Wilkins Arctic Ocean

Defiance man builds clock with wood from top to toe

Andrew Swary, 74, of Defiance Ohio, crafted a complete clock using wood for every component from the frame to the tiniest gear, showcasing unusual woodworking skill and patience.

Andrew Swary Defiance, O

Kidd Faces Suit Over Sheriff Indebtedness Claims

A circuit court suit seeks 50,000 against Sheriff Kidd for alleged indebtedness with a separate 500,000 debt action naming Kidd and bondsmen. The case, docketed for the current term, saw a demurrer motion argued by Kidd’s attorneys, Judge Ward to rule today. The county court claims 9,181.72 shortfall from the state tax auditors. Kidd’s 50,000 county fund bond limits recovery, while a 90,000 school fund bond shows no shortages.

Circuit Kidd Circuit Clerk’s J. Q. Hutchinson C. B. Harless Sher Iff Kidd C. M. Ward Sheriff Kidd State Tax, Commissioner's Office General County

Dried Fruits May Be Pasteurized To Kill Pests

Dried fruits including dates figs and raisins may now be effectively pasteurized to eliminate insects and pathogenic bacteria, improving safety and shelf life for consumers.

Lambie Institute To Meet Next Saturday

The R. M. Lambie Coal Mining Institute will hold its meeting Saturday evening at Mullens. Publicity secretary C. R. Stahl says the session, delayed from last week, will now occur May 23. FE. H. Horne presides and part of the program. Papers on Safety and Education and a Junior First Aid Team presentation by W. R. Cooke are planned, with music by Arista colored singers and orchestra.

R. M. Lambie Coal Mining Institute Mullens C. R. Stahl FE. H. Horne E. H. Horne W. R. Cooke Arista-Modoc School Arista Colored Singers and Orchestra

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