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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1932
Page
2
Town district schools face rising enrollments that strain Woodrow Wilson and Beckley high schools plus graded schools. No job outlets push youths to stay in school, worsening crowding. The junior and senior high buildings show overuse, with annexes aging. Colored Stratton high also needs additions, urging immediate new construction.
Rambling notes widespread vandalism around Beckley with trees and shrubs hacked, fences broken, and many planted trees along highways damaged. Petty stealing cited as a problem, possibly tied to economic strain. The piece blames idleness and restlessness rather than excuses theft or vandalism.
The passage argues that acts of defacement or destruction cannot be attributed to normally responsible individuals, even during temporary economic difficulties, emphasizing restraint and accountability.
Tribute in a Grafton Press issue lauds Raleigh county legislators Clarence W. Meadows and W A Thornhill Jr. Meadows, a candidate for prosecuting attorney, is praised as a capable lawman likely to serve well. Thornhill is praised as a fearless, red headed fighter in the WV legislature.
The piece notes Raleigh County Republicans shy away from defending Hoover and Roosevelt gains momentum. Voters see candidates looking out for themselves, with few Hoover visuals and little enthusiasm for the head of the ticket. Roosevelt appears favored as a Democratic wave grows nationwide.
The Shepherdstown Register notes Maine shifts to Democrats in a stunning 18 year pattern, electing a Governor and two of three Congressmen by solid majorities. The result alarms Republicans and boosts Democratic confidence nationwide, signaling a wind shift ahead of Roosevelt’s expected gains next November.
Nan’s first kiss with Jervis unsettles her as she suspects his motives while her husband Nigel Forsyth doubts her blame of Robert Leonard in murderous plots around Jervis. Nan submits tear stained letters to prove her case, revealing emotional conflict and mystery.
Jervis reads late letters from Nan’s father Nigel Forsyth, revealing a distant troubled family history. Nan sobs in darkness as Bran awakens and guards the door, while Jervis and Nan confront unspoken hurt before sharing the letters and parting with a cold Goodnight.
The item recounts Tommy Townsend's homecoming address alongside sharp sociopolitical jabs about labor, a questionable “friend” of you and I, and calls to vote for H. Guy Kump. It weaves in satirical lines about personal interest and economic hardship, reflecting era tensions and public discourse. Further notes list local personals and social updates from Fayette and surrounding towns.
Mt Hope West Virginia Philathea class of the Baptist Temple plans a Monday evening meeting at Mrs Gar Hands home. Hostesses include Mrs Burgess Mrs Burgess Mrs Jack Mason and Miss Helen Thrasher with the Ladies Ald to Meet the Ladies Ald of the Baptist.
Sam Mitchem and his son Luth er Mit chem were held for federal court trial after being charged with operating a moonshine still in Wyco ming county. The capture occurred Wednesday by state police officers who seized the still near Wyco and 120 gallons of liquor. Thomas Smith, arrested in Gulf section, was held on a $1,500 bond for operating a still. Nose Island in the Samoan group is noted as the United States southernmost undisputed possession.
New York writer recounts plans by Alix Young Maruchess and Eudora Garrett to tour rural areas in a motor caravan. They will perform in farm yards and vacant halls, trade concerts for meals if funds run short, and sleep in the caravan bunks. Mme Maruchess, a viola d amore specialist, and Garrett will handle publicity and management.
The annual picnic dinner was held Thursday on grounds near the country club with over one hundred ladies, husbands, and children attending. A bountiful fried chicken and ham meal was served, plus salads, relishes, pies, cakes, coffee, tea, and lemonade. Rev. Smith and Miss Ella Richards directed games and stunts, and attendees enjoyed a lively evening until darkness fell.
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