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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1948
Page
14
Bluefield Daily Telegraph established 1893 publishes morning issues except Mondays. Shared by Associated Press with local news. subscription rates listed for carrier and mail. West Virginia zones 12 dollars per year. Katz Agency handles advertising.
A compact adage cites Proverbs 26 27 and Whittier, noting fate mirrors actions and justice returns to the doer. The verse blends biblical warning with a moral reflection on consequences and personal responsibility.
The piece argues that Democratic and Republican actions on confirmations reflect partisan tactics. It recalls Hoover era delays to help Roosevelt, contrasts with Truman appointments, and warns against passing “worthless measures” that do not serve the public good as Congress adjourns.
A columnist notes persistent, unofficial push to draft General Eisenhower for the Democratic ticket while many doubt the likelihood of a nomination. The piece also covers summer driving dangers, juvenile crime, and critiques of public decency alongside wariness about Wallace and foreign influence.
The article surveys debate on a one world government and the United Nations future. It cites University of Chicago professors proposal and notes fears of undermining constitutional freedoms and American moral laws. It warns that global reforms could clash with the US republic and doom the one world idea.
A historical column critiques late session moves by the president and Democratic leadership to push weak bills and pork barrel expenditures. It notes Congress often resists wasteful urgings, fearing backlash as end of term pressure grows and opposition records may be used against the majority.
Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd notes the federal employe count remains around two million, with a rising rate of hiring this year. He argues government growth may influence elections and calls for explanation as the administration faces tough political terrain.
A vivid verse by Earl Bird recalls Waterloo era symbols and French places. It weaves images of Notre Dame, Richelieu, and Notre Dame mass memory with Bonaparte’s fame, the Corsican rose, and fleur de lis amid a changing empire.
Washington report details GOP tactics to keep the housing bill in Wolcott's banking and currency committee. Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas leads a discharge petition. Arends and Halleck pressure signers and expose a mistaken entry by Boggs of Louisiana. Truman train security and drafts of campaign handbook are also noted.
Emory Mitchell contemplates re signing as city manager and applying for manager of the Municipal parking building. The Newbold and Keesling theater operators have taken over Manny Shore theaters in War and Holden. Mercer county opens a new $200,000 outdoor theater near Bramwell road before cold weather. Realtor George Stovall eyed a major housing project for Negroes in South Bluefield. The city seeks a full-time health officer. Harvey N. Rexroad may leave Charleston police chief post. Mayor Carl N. Andrews may appoint a Democratic crony. Dr. O. M. Harper won multiple blue ribbons at a Kansas City flower show. Jack Shipman, former state conservation head, defeated in Wyoming county sheriff primary. UMW District 50 seeks $47 monthly pay boosts and $125 pensions for most city employees. firemen and policemen retain their own funds. UMW also representing municipal workers amid wage talks. Publisher Cecil Highland backs Tom Dewey. Huntington rumors place Sheriff Dug Freutel as potential state police superintendent.
A string of salacious rumors hits town as Dissa and Dotta court trouble with a gay old blade. A young working girl worries family, a beautician faces a jealous husband, and a traveling salesman is watched by a suspicious crowd. A flashy after midnight scene fuels chatter about a society matron and a young companion near Grassy Branch.
A fragmentary New York street scene vignette by L L Stevenson Shi on Broadway scenes. It paints passersby photographers, a vaudeville front, a gardenia seller, a bootblack, nuns with orphans, a sight seeing tour, pedestrians reading headlines, a drunk in a taxi, shoppers, and Rockefeller Center. The piece blends humor and observation without a single sustained plot.
Bernard M Baruch, famed finance adviser, misplaced a $2200 roll at a race track. A track attendant found and returned the money, prompting mixed public reaction to his luck and the shock of the incident to observers who rely on his financial guidance.
In a public episode at a crowded venue a loss of funds before placing a bet prompts calls for Baruch to issue a reassuring statement to the American public and federal bodies. The piece notes a $500 reward for a finder and suggests motives range from honesty test to race track publicity.
A fragmented reminiscence mixes Chidsey Wrinn with a claim of Seabiscuit earning around four million dollars. It muses on horses, brackets, and economic impact of a spavin while recalling a quote about Soviet peace and a Senate committee.
Buster Keaton bargains for profits from April Show est. Rita Hayworth quashes Europe rush with a late pier-to-ship plea. Johnny Wayne film delays stir talk as Robert Walker naps at Ciros. Gossip also notes Paulette Goddard’s salary talks, Tyrone Power’s Tampa speech, Mary Pickford’s Rome plans, Greer Garson on stunt work, Lucille Ball’s London offer, Kathryn Grayson Studio visit, Gene Kelly link, Chaplin night out, Gable’s Europe trip, Judy Garland’s Pirate success, and Tom Drake’s Green Years sequel plan with Beverly Taylor missing.
The Daily Telegraph recalls past events with notes from fifty to twenty years ago. Angel of Tidewater Coal and Coke visited from Arkansas, while N W railroad cut weeds with a new machine. June 25 incinerator plan eyed by city council. Dr J P Williams dies at 81 in Princeton.
A ten year old report notes a $2,500 improvement project begun at the City park and records John W. Blakely being re-elected for an eighth consecutive term as mayor of Welch.
Senator Soaper notes Truman style oratory drawn from a former hatter, saying the gift will give him ample cuffing lines for impromptu speeches. The remark playfully links the president to a haberdashery past.
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