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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1928
Page
6
The piece argues farmers lack organization and unity, forecasting internal divisions over remedies and leaders. It notes Hoover as a weak GOP draw, McNary Haugen bill debate, and that weather, crops, and prices may drive votes more than leadership.
Mrs Alice Ames Winter of Minneapolis urged harmonizing science and religion at the General Federation of Women's Clubs biennial in San Antonio. She argued progress in science deepens understanding of God and that material existence cannot be ignored in the pursuit of truth and civilization.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Holston Conference met in annual session. Notables include Mr and Mrs B W Bartley of Cowlington Virginia at Nemours estate, Samuel L Tabor Jr reported deceased, Mrs Chap Worley and daughter visiting Graham from Denver, Attorney General E T England visiting Bluefield, Miss Susie Elizabeth Litz and T W Davis of Graham wed.
The text extols scientific progress from primitive tools to harnessing nature and energy. It argues no magic exists in human achievements, only understanding, and links science with religion as complementary. It concludes human destiny is aided by knowledge and sensible adjustments.
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler president of Columbia University says prohibition is persecution. Wives and children of employed earners who now have homes savings accounts and other advantages in life would not agree with him.
A forward forecast claiming Chisago will reach 3 250 000 residents next year seems overly hopeful given the city sees multiple homicides annually. The remark contrasts with divorce and engagement rumors about a motion picture star who vows not to remarry.
A collage of brief quips across papers noting varied topics from fashion and politics to music and beauty. The items include ironies about Mussolini, China conflicts, milk and mush debates, polar flights, and jazz in Paris with lighthearted lines on brains and beauty.
A lyric piece by Will Chamberlain with vivid images of a violin's soulful tone. The speaker marvels at the instrument's power to evoke forests, birds, and distant bohemia, then contemplates death and paradise as the violin speaks to the soul.
The public denounces franking abuse after Senator Heflin Alabama admits paid speeches attacking Governor Smith. Citations from Gov Printing Office show millions of free copies mailed by McAdoo, Burton, Brandt and Heflin. Newspapers urge curbing franking to prevent misuse in presidential campaigns and demand accountability.
A mosaic of quirky items notes Mrs Levine and Pilot Levine late dinners in a joking tone. It mentions Mian Mobile’s 1926 indictment for arson and various petty thefts in Trenton Missouri. Fifty women traffic experts, Milwaukie breed science, and jokes about firecrackers and honking motorists appear in this collage.
Paris reports a French writer recalls Tripoli's late 18th century method of electing a Bey. Electors gathered around an empty throne while a cannon, lighting fuse, and pistol fire decided the winner amid casualties. The system avoided vote counting delays and contest risk.
The article explains brain complexity and how developmental issues and degenerative diseases affect nervous system function. It defines neurasthenia as nervous weakness, notes hereditary predisposition, and lists factors like fatigue and environment that influence mental health. It also cites Sir Charles Hobhouse on the U S senate during wartime.
West Virginia editors recount the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks marathon dance in Orgtown where 22 of 54 entrants survived the brutal week of walking in a sweltering hall. Spectators faced fainting and sickness as crowds vented air and pain while organizers faced scrutiny. The event drew about 3 600 paid admissions weeklong with $1800 in gate receipts and promises the authorities will not permit such exhibitions again.
Thomas C. Paisley and Lonnie F. Wallace from Odd were accepted for service at the local recruiting station. They were assigned to duty in the coast artillery corps in the Hawaiian islands.
A column argues that treating babies as toys causes nervousness in older children. It warns against overstimulation and suggests Castoria as a safer, herbal remedy. The piece promotes Castoria’s popularity, a motherhood booklet, and authentic packaging.
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