Court House Bond Vote Passes in Raleigh County
In Raleigh County voters approved the $75,000 court house bond issue by about eight to one, with the federal government to cover 45 percent of costs. Plans for the new structure will develop over winter, and construction is expected to begin in 1935, improving the court house square.
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Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Beckley
W. Va
A.S. Johnston
Associated Press
Howland & Howland, Inc
New York
Park Avenue
Chicago
Michigan Avenue
Court House
Raleigh County
Hauptmann Fate Nears In High Court Ruling
The New Jersey court of errors and appeals upholds the conviction of Bruno Hauptmann for the kidnapping and murder of Charles A Lindbergh Jr. The case, one of modern history’s brutal slayings, is seen as a deserved doom for the Lone Wolf who sparked a series of kidnappings.
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Bruno Hauptmann
New Jersey Court of Errors and Appeals
Charles A. Lindbergh Jr
Lone Wolf
Hever
Hauptmann
Lindbergh
Hauptimann
Hitler
Mussolini
Germany
Cousin Abe For Governor Editorial Praises Lilly’s Ties
The Beek- Jey Post-Herald editorial titled Cousin Abe For Governor praises General Lilly and notes his Lilly Reunion association presidency for six years. It details Lilly’s early rise in Raleigh County politics, roles as prosecuting attorney, and his Taft connection. The piece hints at statewide support, highlighting his 1908 activities and 1910 nomination for attorney general.
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Beek- Jey’ Post-Herald
Cousin Abe
General Lilly
the Post-Herald
Lily Reunion Association
Lilly Association
A. A. Lilly
House of Delegates
Raleigh County
Fifth Congressional District
Virginia
Ohio Tiver
Abe Lilly
West Virginia
William Stoward Taft
Washington
Taft
James A. Hughes
Hughes
Contro
Lilly
Cousin Abe and Raleigh County Center Stage in WV Politics
The article recalls Cousin Abe’s long campaign trail in West Virginia politics dating back to 1916, noting his prominence in state elections including a 2016 Republican gubernatorial bid. It highlights his national presence on ballots, his colorful statewide campaigns, and his reputation for many speeches over the decades while identifying him as a Raleigh County native.
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West
The
Register
Abe
Rob
Anne
Sharlee
Lam Eare
Chicago
Bin
Reforestation Hopes Grow For Raleigh County Timber
A historical account praises past forestry, notes ruin from early lumbering and fires, and cites rising conservation efforts by foresters and federal agencies. It highlights Camp Raleigh fire prevention, industry interest from the National Lumber Manufacturers convention, and a forecast that vigilant fire control could restore Raleigh County to a steady timber income within a generation.
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Raleigh County
Camp Raleigh
Chicago
National
Lumber Manufacturers Convention
Forestry
Raleigh
Fair trade pacts expand labor standards post NRA
The Federal Trade Commission backs 20 voluntary fair trade agreements led by industry groups, starting with wholesale tobacco. They avoid NRA style controls and aim to guarantee collective bargaining for workers. Major George L. Berry to coordinate industrial cooperation promotes voluntary deals between capital and labor amid a recovering economy.
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Federal Trade Commission
George L. Berry
Tvink
Covington Virginian
Roosevelt poll shows Roosevelt policies supported by theater crowds
A Gannett chain survey in 19 Republican cities across five states found 18 805 of 35 440 theater patrons voting yes on general support for President Roosevelt policies, with 16 367 voting no. Of voters, 16 950 backed Roosevelt in 1932, while 15 294 had not. Cities sampled include Hartford Plainfield Danville Rochester Elmira Utica Ithaca Newburgh Albany Ogdensburg Olean Malone Saratoga Springs. The results sparked debate among editors noting Republican grassroots engagement with Roosevelt.
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Roosevelt
Gannett
Gannet
Hartford
Conn
Plainfield
N. J. Danville
Rochester
Elmira
Utica
Ithaca
Newburgh
Albany
Ogdensburg
Olean Malone
Saratoga Springs
New York
Monroe Watchman
Man About Manhattan Ventures Hamlet Digs Amid Crepe Hangers
New York society notes Leslie Howard cites little difficulty in finding grave diggers for Hamlet amid town crepe hangers. Public school banter, Joan Crawford duets with Franchot Tone over Broadway seats. Dorothy Hyson and Robert Douglas return to New York for Van Druten play Most of the Game and mix with Manhattan crowd. Macbeth star Philip Merivale’s Rasputin and Christ imagery shocks critics. Jubilee premiere guests include Anna May Wong and Irene Fenwick.
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George Tucker
New York
Leslie Howard
Antoinette Spitzers
Izzy
Mama
Franchot Tone
Joan Crawford
Joan
Barbizon Plaza
Gream
Dorothy Hyson
Robert Douglas
Italy
van Druten
Manhattan
Douglas
Conrad Nagel
Fifth Avenue
Dust
England
Ace
Philip Meriisie
Macbeth
Rasputin
Christ
Paul DeKruif
Yellow Jack
St. Moritz
Gertie
Anna May Wong
Edna Ferber
Chester Morris
Princess Raspig- Nosi
Gene Tunny
Irene Fenwick
Registerings A Column of Comment and Criticism
A miscellaneous column of observations and opinions includes jokes about mislaid articles, Gandhi in Ethiopia, a bagpipe invention for electric sockets, and social quips on parking, rest days, and punctuality. It notes a buggy incident in Ohio and ends with a humorous exchange about lateness in the office.
Striped Pole To Warn Fliers On Bay Area Route
A 2626 foot commercial wireless raft near the San Francisco Los Angeles air route and close to Moffett Field in Sunnyvale will be painted in alternate orange and white stripes to reduce aviation hazards.
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Associated Press
Palo Alto
Calif
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Moffett Field
Sundyvale
Stanwyck Fay Split Ends Hollywood Romance
Hollywood reports Barbara Stanwyck and Frank Fay have separated after seven years of marriage. The couple, once seen as a mutual boost in rising careers, faced differing trajectories as Stanwyck rose to stardom while Fay declined. They adopted a child, Dion Fay, and publicly denied rumors of trouble as both pursued film work.
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Robbie Coons
Hollywood
Filmland
Barbara Stanwyck
Frank Fay
Barbara ‘Stanwyck Fay
Mrs. Fay
Miss Stanwyck
Stanwyck
Fay
Lone
Stag
Barbara
Frank
Talking Pictures
Dion Fay
High Courage GE Jeanne Bowman
Anne Faineworth learns her foster parents Luke and Lucinda Farnsworth never adopt her. Rob Crocker, her fiancé, arrives unannounced as family tensions rise. Anne faces abandonment and brutal changes with help from Yvonne and Mrs Harney as plans for a new life unfold.
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Anne Faineworth
Luke
Lucinda Farneworth
Farneworth
Bob Crocker
Maggie
Anne
Rob Crocker
Sharlee
Luke Farnsworth
Buttons
Yvonne
Harney
Lucinda Farnsworth
Robert Cracker
Kellogg
Prayer Services in Eccles and Local Socials
Eccles West Virginia hosts Pentecostal prayer at Mrs Richard Flemings home Wednesday morning. A shower for Mrs Ev M Fleming at Mrs Edna Minor's home featured gifts and a refreshment course. Local notices mention residents and social visits, with a London radio show note concluding the page.
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Richard Fleming
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Frank Capra
Jeanne Bowman
Chapter
Art. Hood
Ase
Lee ‘Arnsworth
Miss Anne
Mrs. Harney
Flollywood
Warner Bros
Eccles, W. Va
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Astoria
Robert Crocker
Uncle Lee
Rae Luke Farnsworth
Judge
Lucinda
Judge Kellogg
Jeanne Bouman
Charlotte
Winford Burleson
Mise
Silas Keesee
Bill Miser
Josephine Phipps
Slonega
EL. Lowery
Dunbar
D. E. Clay
Stippe
Lester Gill Jaye
Summerlee
R. M. McCaleb
Atvs
O. D. Bostic
William Hendrick
Harper
RB. J. Brown
Neprewyr
Ambrose Mahaffey
London
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