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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1945
Page
4
The item cites Hugh Ike Shott as editor and Serra Sheedette listed among the paper’s staff with advertising notes. It reflects a Bluefield publication's personnel and editorial context.
A wartime editorial calling for postwar public works and highway expansion across southern West Virginia urges four lane by passes from Bluefield to Princeton and Bluefield across East River Mountain. It notes the urgent demand for motor vehicles and urges support for victory bonds.
A Bluefield traveler recounts highway dangers and urges reinstating universal speed limits. He cites high accident and fatality rates, noting near misses are rarely mentioned and many drivers feel unsafe around reckless actions that endanger careful motorists.
The article discusses a wage dispute in the automotive industry between manufacturers and workers over a 30 percent pay rise. Manufacturers say they cannot meet the demand and price controls, while workers insist the increase is needed to live. The government seeks settlement through mediation, but no agreement yet and uncertainty on plant operations and government action if talks fail.
Governor Meadows urges a statewide effort December 3 to 9 to study and curb juvenile delinquency amid war era changes. He stresses parental duties, moral persuasion, and community welfare over harsher penalties, arguing for constructive action and unity among citizens and organizations. He notes current laws fail to curb youth offenses and warns against confusion in American policy and wartime burdens.
The Princeton Observer urges strict, fair enforcement against postwar lawlessness and hoodlum activity. It criticizes Mercer county courts as lenient, noting regional crime contrasts with a fair Southern West Virginia federal court. It stresses support for sheriffs, constables, and police while condemning influence and money in justice.
A reflective autumn poem by Mary Oliver invites a walk through woodland streams and fields. The speaker questions which trail to take in the golden hour, praising quiet country lanes and bright foliage under robin egg blue skies.
The article recalls wartime air operations in China with Pat Hurley and Chiang Kai-Shek, noting no parachutes on certain 4 motor transports. It highlights General Tunner’s efforts to cut accident rates and honors Pvt. W M Callaway among 910 ATC crew deaths, underscoring risks to airlift missions in the India China theater.
Richard Cushing notes China's senior admiral Chen Shao Kwann wears six stars as the modern navy grows from opium war roots to 53 ships including five cruisers. Three Yangtze blockades in 1937 38 cost most of the fleet yet delayed Japanese inland invasion and prolonged Hankow resistance.
Six Star Admiral notes a dwindling Chinese fleet with ships upriver to Chungking after guns were removed. Guerrilla actions persist as China builds a makeshift navy with over 20 ships, including gifted vessels from Britain the United States and France. The Tutuila is in Chinese hands and officials expect more small craft as Japan’s decommissioned ships may be handed over. Ling Chen liaison officer says Japan will sink ships and China may receive some as partial compensation.
A collage of celebrity glimpses and social buzz from Manhattan night life. Warren Pershing, Paula Stone, Hunt Stromberg Jr., Sondra Barrett, Jane Dale, Evelyn Knight, Bert Stanley, Arlene Francis, Jane Pickens, Joe E Brown, Frances Dee, Miriam Hopkins and others appear in quick items at Gardin's, Ruben's, the 1 2 3 and venues around the city. The column notes tax talk, fashion hints, TV make up plans and social scene moments with playful tone.
A noisy column gathers city nightlife quips and quick remarks from show business watchers. Snippets include Ray Brock and Henry room chatter, singers in cafes, a Mexican tenor at Carnegie Hall, and witty signs from Abbott and Cos Tello.
An assortment of absurd rental offers parodying war era shortages. Listings boast furnished flats with ridiculous items, Dracula themed rooms, patriotic service man favors, and bizarre amenities. The tone mocks inflated rents and impracticalities amid a chaotic housing market.
An obituary notes Charles Coborn, famed author of the worldwide hit The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo, has died in London at age 93. The piece recalls his song and its cultural reach, alongside scant reflections on crime and social policy debates sparked by Prohibition era attitudes.
Hollywood chatter notes Orson Welles turns toward market-friendly output after long funding. Michael Chekhov stars in Spellbound, Rose Bent targets Spectre of the Rose, and George Jessel is seeking a cute baby lead for Hello, a Baby. Mary Pickford plans six United Artists releases next year. Jimmy Stewart bulks up for Its a Wonderful Life. Possible Robespierre film with Claude Rains teased, as Dorothy Lamour and Bob Hope discuss The Utopia.
A Daily Telegraph item notes Pocahontas Collieries loading 5210 tons in a single oat mine, a record for the day. Mentions Dr R M Seinee and Bluefield business visitor Cox from Pocahontas. Also lists brief notes from 30 20 and 10 years past with local names and events.
The author notes many overseas veterans have points to spare but are away from home. They suggest gaps in knowledge about T formation and quarterback roles, implying a need for clearer coaching.
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