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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1932
Page
2
The piece notes Taft’s poor prediction record and concludes the campaign is over. It urges national unity among Republicans and Democrats to restore prosperity and happiness through goodwill and action. The tone is reflective, urging a broad American coalition.
As deficits mount, advocates push a beer bill to modify the Volstead Act. They argue higher alcohol content could fund public needs, while home brewing challenges tax laws. The piece urges strict national control, away from local politics, to curb evils of liquor and balance roads and schools with a middle ground.
The piece notes Americans overlook campaign talk after elections, forgiving deprecations and predictions. It cites dignified candidates and leaders making wild claims, with post election results shaping the final judgment. It recalls millstone moments like the eve 1912 prediction by Chairman Millis.
In this analysis the author contrasts European postwar finance with US policy. European debtors fail to pay war debts as they build up armaments while the Hoover moratorium lingers. A plan from Al Smith to boost American purchases is noted but Italy and Britain raise tariffs, leaving debts to be settled by future exchanges and continued US demand.
The editorial argues for liberalizing Prohibition laws and resubmitting the eighteenth amendment. It asserts voters favor modification, and delaying changes until the next Congress would thwart public will and hinder economic improvement.
The Point Pleasant Citizen notes a nationwide revival as industries restart and hiring resumes post election. A source says Marietta Manufacturing in our city sees more contract inquiries since November 8, signaling renewed confidence and broader economic upturn.
A collage of opinions and local notices notes turkeys cheaper than last year, remarks on ambition and politics, and a string of family and community updates. Mentions births, recoveries from accidents, travel of relatives, and residents visiting Beckley and Prosperity.
Long Branch West Virginia reports Mrs Dock Lively injured when her right hand was caught in a washing machine wringer at home on Wednesday. The text lists callers visiting various residents including Mrs Julius Bonifice Mrs Lonnie Williams and others across Mt Hope Pax Branch and Mt Jope with several business callers noted. A bishop Bradford Mrs Wares suffers rheumatism while Brice Lafferty and Turner Lively Christian return from a life hunt in Greenbrier County.
Mr and Mrs J B Martin hosted a Wednesday night dance for house guests from Elkins Bluefield and local area. Earnest Hutchinson Clifton Thomas Homer Hoffman Rev Given led a Sunday school reorganization on November 1 with officers elected Mrs J B Sinnite secretary Mrs Geo Lockard treasurer and a Monday box supper raised funds for the school. Mr and Mrs J W Barnette hosted guests of the latter's
The second in the series of Sunday community sings runs this afternoon from 2 00 to 4 00 in the Memorial building auditorium. Sponsored by Mayor G Cotedvick and directed by Baxter Laird, Miss Rosalind Carrol will provide accompaniments.
In New York on a rainy night I met Hubert E Burns a fugitive from a chain gang and author of a forthcoming book He claims his work is his and was written in five days He discusses brutality of the system and a motion picture adaptation with Paul Muni Sidewalk hawkers diversify their wares selling hardware foods and trinkets to passersby including trick can openers and neckties
In a stage comedy, Santa and Clive confront money and purpose in marriage. Santa reveals a benefactor offers a job to Clive, challenging their fragile balance of affection and independence as they navigate careers and trust. The scene hints at social pressure and shifting roles within a strained union.
Clive is offered a high paying security position by an unknown patron, while domestic strain rises at home with Santa pressuring him to commit. A chessboard of secrecy, wealth, and marital friction unfolds as he contemplates the deal and its implied duties. Nearby social notices place local visits and events for Oak Hill and Beckley.
Mr and Mrs DP Canterbury of Fireco W V were called to his brother s due to a serious illness Glenna May daughter of Mr and Mrs BF Smith confined with pneumonia Mrs Bertha Hogans of Hinton reported in connection with the case
F G Lally former Crow coms family farmer now in Greenville Monroe county recalls Beckley when it had seven houses. He visits with his son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs BE W Christan of Lincoln Street as he nears his 10th milestone.
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