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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1936
Page
4
State Senator W. Broughton Johnston, Judge Circuit Court Co. M. Ward, and Assessor Ira Whitlock appear on the slate for local elections. Voter guidance and positions are noted for upcoming ballot decisions.
A dense critique overview notes Gov. Alf Landon’s shifting stances on federal aid for state ventures, civil service, taxation, and conservation. It highlights alleged contradictions between Landon’s rhetoric and Kansas statutes, including budget cuts to education, taxes on low incomes, and calls for local control of relief projects, while contrasting with Roosevelt administration policies.
A New Mexico speaker, aligned with Hearst News Service, urged a full crop at fair prices. He argued farmers seek higher output without raising food prices for American consumers, stressing policy should protect farmers and avoid burdening shoppers.
The piece attacks Republican campaigns against the Social Security Act, arguing it is misrepresented as a burden on workers. It explains employer contributions rise from one percent to six percent by 1949 and notes gradual wage deductions for unemployment and old age insurance, urging workers to recognize shared costs and the program’s legitimacy.
A critical look at Republican road policy contrasts their boastful highway promises with past spending. It details bond issues, re issuances, and maintenance failures while noting Democratic restraint since 1933. The piece highlights federal aid of 8.6 million dollars offsetting GOP deficits and questions how future extensions would be funded.
Readers seek the home plans featured in The Register Monday. The National Plans Service at 1315 West Congress Street Chicago offers the plans identified as No 1011 C for purchase.
Jack Johnson wowed Hippodrome opera patrons by appearing as a chained captive in Aida. Reporters described him as a knockout, drawing lively chatter and impressed reactions from the audience.
In a satirical tone the writer imagines becoming a political boss with many henchmen to secure power and perks, noting how bosses work behind the scenes and referencing public figures, places, and a long anecdote about West Virginia and North Heber Street.
The Washington Daybook notes prospects for increased world war veterans in the senate and House. It cites 124 World War I veterans in the current House and 16 veteran senators, with several younger veterans advancing in both parties. Analysts estimate the veteran share will grow for decades while warning against excessive claims.
Hadad stood as a principal god in ancient Syria and Mesopotamian Assyria, revered as a storm and rain deity within the regional pantheon and appearing in temple rituals and royal inscriptions of the period.
A guide on parenting emphasizes that children need privacy and should not be pressured to reveal everything to parents. Overly nosy or boasting mothers erode trust, while a child may fabricate secrets to escape scrutiny. Trust both ways is essential for healthy relationships.
Terence Mahony receives a two hour start from Inspector Kennedy as he pursues evidence to convict Ambrose Lawson of Vincent Littie s murder. Lawson schemes a murder of Mahony while directing his crooks on how to carry it out.
Elsa Little seeks Mahony’s help and opposes his arrest while Lawson schemes to smuggle him abroad. Elsa arranges a meeting with Bassett, who agrees to relay her message while hinting at dirty work for cash. Bassett hints at a forthcoming capitulation and plan.
A reader letters page excerpt discusses a controversial political advertisement in The Register. Luther Curtis Mabscott of W Va questions the flour and feed company ad funded by J P Clay Flour and Feed, arguing it mixed business with partisan politics and urged votes for Roosevelt or Hoover-Landon-DuPont, dated Oct 26 1936.
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