West Virginia political argument contrasts Democrats and Republicans
A West Virginia editorial defends Democratic governance since 1932, praising road paving, school funding shifts, debt reduction, and economic improvement while criticizing Republican push for propagan da and claiming better state administration under Democrats. The piece notes higher costs, inflation impacts, and lasting public services, contrasting prewar and postwar conditions.
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West Virginia
Beckley Post- Herald
West
State House
West Virginia Tax Reform Debate Calls for Higher Assessments
The piece argues for a tax shift to fund public improvements as West Virginia faces rapid mineral wealth exploitation. It contends rising property values justify higher taxes and urges candidates from all parties to state a clear position on revising the tax system to keep pace with neighboring states.
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West Virginia
Reverend Hall Uses Humor At Coal Operators Dinner
Portsmouth Ohio rector Reverend Lawrence E Hall addressed the New River Coal Operators Association at Black Knight Country Club, riffing on worries of rich and poor. He shared jokes about ministers and clergymen while stressing humor as a tool for coping and leadership.
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Lawrence E. Hall
Episcopal Church
Portsmouth
Ohio
New River Coal Operators’ Association
Black Knight Country Club
Heaven
Hell
Broadway designer Ffolkes shapes stage worlds with light
New York based English designer 36 year old D.F. Ffolkes is a leading Broadway scenic and costume artist. He emphasizes that good design serves the play, not the audience and notes his Whitehall period focus and past award wins. He survived Singapore’s fall during World War II and now pursues American history inspired settings.
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New York
David Ffolkes
Ffolkes
Broadway
Mwan
Frolkes
Fielkes
Singapore
Siam
Birthday tribute for Mrs. Jane Thompson on 74th
Mrs Jane Thompson was honored with a birthday party at her Colcord home on October 12 celebrating her 74th birthday. Attendees included multiple neighbors and relatives such as Mrs Eliza Stanley Mrs Auldis White Mrs Margaret Floritz Nadine and Rachel Thompson Mrs Pauline Kidd and many more.
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Jane Thompson
Register
Tolcord
Colcord
Eliza Stanley
Auldis White
Margaret Floritz
Maud Thompson
Nadine and
Rachel
Pauline Kidd
Nellie Stover
Myrtle Krepps
Dorothy Harris
Ruby Krepps
Lucille Krepps
Myrtle Dillon
Elmer Douglas
Sharon Padon
Harvey and
Ceri! Lee
Junior Jarrell
Denzil Schoolcraft
Howard
John Estep
Economy boom shows real growth not stock market hype
A wide tour from the Pacific Northwest to the Deep South argues that the current boom rests on productive industry and rising employment, not mere stock speculation. The author praises restrained controls on crooks and praises the New Deal for curbing excess while noting population growth spurring demand for goods and jobs.
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Newsboy
Pacific
Northwest
Cana
Stock Exchange
New Orleans
Richmond
Memphis
Jacksonville
Texas
Canada
Kentucky Political Outlook in 1944Election Year
In 1944 Kentucky appears favorable to Republicans with Senator John Sherman Cooper courting tobacco growers and leveraging Alben W. Barkley’s influence. The article notes Wallace movement fading and Northern Democratic regrouping, while Truman may carry Kentucky over Dewey as the national contest shapes the state’s result.
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Louisville
Kentucky
Philadelphia
John Sherman Cooper
Dewey
Repre
Virgil Chapman
Ness
Truman
Harry S. Truman
Thomas E. Dewey
Cooper
Alben W. Barkley
Inflation or growth pains in expanding economy debate
Stewart Alsop argues inflation may reflect growing pains of a booming economy, with supply lagging demand amid war-driven shortages. He notes the economy's real strength, questions Dewey’s pace, and weighs Cooper's progressive credentials against Chapman and the Republican ticket.
Jane Powell Aims for Broadway Musical With Romberg
Hollywood star Jane Powell, age 19, reports a packed career with two film releases A Date with Judy and Luxury Liner her stage stint in The Student Prince a personal appearance tour and a home being remodeled. She plans a Broadway musical with composer Sigmund Romberg and has designed much of her own wardrobe.
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Hollywood
Jane Powell
Metro
Judy
Prince
Jane
Chicago
Billy
Cincinnati
New York
Sigmund ‘Romberg
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