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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1936
Page
8
Berlin reports Germany aims to be blockade proof at any cost amid a three year Nazi drive to substitute scarce raw materials and exploit domestic resources. Army leaders question current plans to mine Germany's limited minerals and save them for potential future war.
German authorities accelerate copper, zinc, and iron ore mining abroad aims. army urges long term view while shortages push substitution. Aluminum use soars, Germany becomes top producer. ersatz fibres and synthetic soaps rise in cost as Essen launches coal soap, dye trust markets synthetic options amid oil and fat shortages.
Washington May 27 Associated Press Holt a West Virginia Democrat charged that marked ballots were given to Works Progress Administration workers to show how to vote in the state primary. He read affidavits alleging political influence, claimed threats of dismissal, and said some workers were shown sample ballots and told how to vote.
Pine Grove West Virginia May 27 reports a boom for plumbers. The opening of the towns new water plant created high demand for fixtures, with supply lagging.
A Miami hospital participates in a federal project orchestra initiative to study the impact of classical music on patient treatment. The program provides the musical intervention to evaluate potential therapeutic benefits and comfort.
The wartime drive centers on crops and livestock as authorities urge farmers to alter crops and produce. Campaigns trumpet gains in fodder cereals and hog production to meet national needs amid blockade pressures.
Clyde Beatty veteran trainer of wild beasts was arrested at the circus grounds on cruelty charges. He pleaded guilty before Alderman Ray E Schneider paid a fine of 20 dollars and costs. An assistant was fined similarly. Beatty claimed the whip is noise not a strike and denied harming animals.
Charles Carr, Red Cross disaster director, says floods in March affected the valley but rehabilitation work is nearing completion by June 20. The Associated Press notes ongoing recovery efforts in Wheeling West Virginia with relief coordination and community support.
Washington May 27 The Senate Education and Labor Committee recommends postponing until the next session a proposed joint inquiry into silicosis in metal mines. Senator Murray introduces a resolution to study conditions in metal mining noting silicosis also appears in coal mining and tunneling. The panel cites disorganized information and constitutional questions for any new legislation. Another inquiry proposal sits with the House Rules Committee with action unclear this session. Representative Marcantonio cites a labor subcommittee report alleging hundreds died in the Hawk's Nest tunnel project in 1930 31.
An advertisement urges weak and run down readers to take Clements' Tonic three times daily for ten days to regain energy and confidence. It promises quicker liveliness in three days, brighter eyes, and renewed vigor, with a money back guarantee if claims aren’t met.
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