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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1924
Page
6
A brief devotional note quotes Romans 15 8 urging love for one another as the fulfillment of the law. It presents a religious sentiment focused on Christian duty and communal care in a concise, reverent tone.
The Rev. W. M. Norment died at ninety five in Whitesville Tennessee after seventy two years serving his hometown church. He preached part time in later years, never sought wealth, and lived within a mile of his birth, an epic of loyalty inspiring America.
WHAT WE WERE DOING TWENTY YEARS AGO TODAY Hon Campbell Slemp was nominated by Republicans of Tazewell for Congress. Application was made for a post office at Roseville near Pocahontas. Miss Sallie May Gilversleeve and Andrew Perry, both of Tazewell, were married.
A local tribute honors Reverend W M Norment, noting his long ministry and lasting memory in the hearts of his congregation. The speaker extols unpretentious, home-loving citizens as the backbone of government and praises those who endure in their community. Monuments may fade yet memories endure through the ages.
A satirical note questions the value of political platforms and the male gaze on women in politics. It argues for sweeping reform of political menage and cautions readers about intrusive questions. The piece ends with the warning that danger comes to those who ignore caution.
A historical cartoon context notes Theodore Roosevelt as vice presidential nominee and Charles Dawes accepting second place. The kite tail allegory implies Dawes will dignify the office without being submerged, while others refused leadership may regret it. Some Al Smith supporters consider withdrawing amid wet conditions.
The text argues nearly half of eligible voters did not vote in 1920 and contends the stay-at-home vote could decide the presidential outcome. It cites Stimon Michelet, a Washington lawyer and former secretary to Senator Knute Nelson, and compares U S turnout to German elections. It warns that nonvoting leads to inefficient government and higher taxes.
A satirical editorial critiques the push for investigations in Congress as a potential shift from lawmaking to endless probing. It mocks witness tests and political maneuvering, warning that reliance on investigations could corrupt government and benefit only a few opportunists. It contrasts this with maintaining the current system for another four years. It references criticisms from the Shoe and Leather Reporter and Open Shop News.
Raymond C Atkinson polled Columbia freshmen on major issues of the day. They favor national preparedness a strong conservation policy support equal rights for women and America joining the League of Nations while opposing the bonus They also want amendment of the Volstead law Government ownership of railroads 131 to 50 and nationalization of mines 112 to 45 Ninety six freshmen identify as Socialists Farmer Laborites or Independents while 86 are Republicans and 48 Democrats.
The text argues that business rests on confidence built by integrity fair dealing and efficient service. It links fair profit safe reserves to risk and foresight and calls for equitable treatment of capital management employees and the public. It stresses knowledge thorough study of facts and forces for lasting success and public service.
The piece notes Herbert Hoover's speech to the Chamber of Commerce arguing government should intervene only if business fails to act properly. He calls for business to self-regulate and root out trade evils, implying government should stay out if industries reform. The column brands this view as a sane summary of the issue.
A string of satirical clippings notes political life and daily quirks. Jokes poke at vice presidential invisibility, bootleg serum failures, auto dependence, and fashion trends as straw hats return. The piece blends humor about thieves, alcohol, and ordinary people.
The piece analyzes the 1089 votes and a two thirds rule, detailing McAdoo's 297 votes with 164 pledged, Al Smith's 143 with 90 pledged, and 422 unaffiliated delegates. It notes 236 votes under 11 favored sons and Indiana’s 30 backing Ralston, outlining paths to an impasse and possible leaders.
Newspaper brief compiles witty exchanges and quotes from multiple papers. Items reference Wall Street, a 36 percent tax on gifts over five million dollars, Mars vegetable life, and a remark about love and would be.
Henry Ford sails through a business slump selling 209601 passenger cars and trucks in May. Prof Fisher notes the dollar’s 69 cent buying power postwar. A rare 1804 silver dollar found in Lancaster, Ohio. A Chicago pickpocket’s long, costly record. Crime seen as 90 percent environment. US taxes cost 7750 million in 1922. Clock’s origin tied to industrial slavery. Cotton leadership shifting as US acres fall to 28500000 amid global rise to 28 million.
An essay discusses equanimity as calm balance for a nervous age. It argues that ignoring fear and worry helps manage mental burdens and that controlling attention is key. The phrase Forget it! is offered as a mental habit to reduce burden.
A collage of snippets and gags featuring humorous exchanges about dentists, skirts, marriages, and misheard phrases. Characters like Helen Mabel and Marjorie appear in light skits, with jokes about clocks, watches, and a lazy lawyer justice of the peace. The tone recalls a mid century humor page.
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