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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1931
Page
4
A compact reflection on moral judgment citing James 1 20. The verse contrasts human wrath with divine righteousness, urging restraint and humility in the face of anger. The passage emphasizes that true righteousness comes from God rather than human temper.
A historical newspaper excerpt argues against calling the West Virginia legislature into an extraordinary session. It contends there is no sensible plan or secure understanding for passing legislation, making such a costly convening wasteful and premature.
Demourttle sparks fly as Colonel House of Texas moves toward allying with Governor Roosevelt of New York. House proclaims Roosevelt the most available presidential candidate, drawing mixed reactions from Democrats who recall Wilson era splits and question House loyalty.
June brings Flag Day and a revived national anthem amid commemorations. Franklin P. Korell recounts Frances Scott Key, the defense of Fort McHenry, and the Star Spangled Banner while noting Mary Young Pickersgill and her relatives who sewed the flag on Albemarle Street in Baltimore. Key, a Georgetown lawyer, secured Dr. Beane’s release after capture by the British.
A jumble of historic notes recalls twenty years ago today events in Baltimore and beyond. Details range from memorial services at First Presbyterian to moonshine raids at Botton Creek and the bombardment of Fort McHenry, with references to the Star Spangled Banner, Key, and shifts in Fort McHenry’s status from fort to park.
Public schools in Kansas City announce an end to corporal punishment. Spaddles and straps are discarded and any teacher administering punishment will be held responsible. A shift toward disciplined instruction through training and better guidance is emphasized amid mixed views in other cities.
Poem praising God's magnificence and celestial splendor. Images of radiant gems, a royal canopy of stars, and a divine shrine. The speaker asks for anointing to endure the noon of loving rays and be fit for that brighter world.
A Tribune review discusses Presbyterian union efforts across the United States and potential federation among denominations. It notes Northern and Southern branches eyeing broader cooperation, while wary of immediate federal council affiliation. In Wisconsin, editorials weigh La Follette politics, industrial policy, and calls for regulated business conduct, urging balanced growth over political maneuvering. A separate note from West Virginia highlights a journalism professor resigning to lead Indianapolis public schools, praising school news outreach.
In New York era lore shifts from tenderfeet dancing to modern loot of cash registers. Joe Cahill describes a dude ranch boom as Chicago travelers and society figures seek Western illusion with comforts. Hough’s “Covered Wagon” era meets jet age as air travel and deluxe trains edge into the Wind River country.
A fragmented reflection on parental price bargaining and duty. It contrasts a father's stance with a wife's role, noting skepticism after marriage and the idea that some men mask concerns as gentle hints. The piece cites George W. Wickersham and frames fatherhood as a possible prank or lesson.
A late 1930s editorial notes the Senate lacks obvious presidential ambitions with few exceptions like Joe Robinson of Arkansas and Capper of Kansas. It mentions Roosevelt Pinchot White Ritchie and others as potential 1932 contenders while highlighting internal party jockeying and possible Barah candidacy.
Washington postal and federal workers face a 44 hour postal week and a year round Saturday half holiday after July 1 with compensatory time off. Critics say the economy drive delays full enforcement beyond Washington while field offices lack full holiday relief and many vacancies go unfilled.
Hollywood notes the harsh realities facing hopeful actors among hundreds of aspiring stars. A 19 year old laundry helper recounts quitting Detroit work, selling dreams after a talk of fame, only to find casting bureaus favor seasoned extras and studios overlook newcomers. Ann Harding earns nearly a million dollars over three years.
Daily Health Service explains how senses extend beyond sight and hearing into touch, taste, smell, and internal signals. It covers pressure, temperature, pain, hunger, balance, and the brain’s role in consciousness, noting wide individual differences and varying sensitivity across body regions.
Salem College president A O Bond was elected president of the West Virginia Colleges Association, succeeding W H White of Shepherd College. Officers include John Bonar of West Liberty and W W Trent of Broaddus College. Attendees from 20 institutions discussed educational system improvements and cooperative study across state schools to tailor instruction to WV needs.
Day News Briefs report that London Government accepts liberal budget amendments and prevents a looming crisis while other briefs note disasters, strikes, and political moves across the nation. The items cover St Nizaire sights 100 bodies after a disaster, a PA washout derailment with fatalities, and appointments in Washington.
West Virginia roundup of short items from Charleston to Weirton. Topics include Camn starting a three year larceny sentence, venue change motions for a deputy sheriff, Lions club convention opening in Martinsburg area, a university dean urging a state education board reform, local officials unable to serve on boards of equalization, a Tyler County high school basketball coach appointment, a three day meeting of the West Virginia Pharmaceutical Association, miners striking in the northern panhandle, a fatal train crash in Elm Grove, a Poca County man sentenced to be hanged, and a Weirton house fire prompting residents to flee from second floor windows.
Eight persons sat state examinations here today for registered pharmacists licenses in Morgantown West Virginia on June 16. The candidates included Marvin E. Dickerson Fayetteville Leonard Gotfelb Clarksburg Thomas D. Stiles West Liberty Gordon Rathbone Parkersburg Fred A. Zimmerman Huntington and R Dale Monday Charleston. Next exams will be in Charleston in October.
White Sulphur Springs West Virginia rail release reports Walter Wishleigh Detroit consulting engineer told a meeting of the Society of Automobile Engineers that the tear drop or stream lined automobile holds the answer to the speed economy and comfort demands. He described the rear engine low center of gravity and streamlined design as delivering twice as many miles per gallon, less wind resistance, clearer vision, and reduced engine noise improving driving comfort.
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