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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1925

Page

6

A Thought For This Morning From The Daily Geeette

The April 30, 1925 issue prints a morning thought urging readers to help others through small kindly deeds. It encourages uplifting the sorrowful with a simple song and a kind act, regardless of creed, as the path to personal goodness.

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Sugar Interests Push High Tariff Behind Coolidge

The piece argues that President Coolidge kept sugar tariffs high despite commission recommendations for a 30 percent cut. It asserts sugar interests and campaign contributions shaped the Cleveland convention that backed Coolidge, naming several sugar executives as delegates. It claims the sugar tariff costs households about 200 million dollars daily and concludes the sugar interests now control the administration.

Coolidge Tariff Commission Gunnison Sugar Company Holly Sugar Company Cleveland Mr. Coolidge William Wrigley, Jr Gunnisoc Sugar Company fromTllinois Charles B. Warren Michigan Sugar Company Fromichigan William L. Peterkin Great ‘Western Sugar Company Colorado Charles W. Waterman Great Western Sugar Company John D. Spreckels Spreckels ‘Beet Sugar Company Western Sugar' Hing Company California William H. Wallace Naw Michigan William, V. Hodges Holly Sugar Corporation Eael Diekema She Iotland Louwugar Company EB. O. Howard Utah-Idaho Sugar Company Utah

West Virginia Coal Differential Under ICC Fire

A Pennsylvania operators’ proposal to raise the coal differential before the Interstate Commerce Commission is labeled as high-handed and daring by critics. The current differential is deemed unjustified, and increasing the burden on West Virginia has long been seen as both criminal and discriminatory.

West Virginia Coal Interstate Commerce Commission Pennsylvania Ists Westirginia

Bryan Not a Millionaire Says William J. Bryan Letter

The Tampa Morning Tribune reports from April 24 that William J. Bryan denies rumors of wealth and clarifies he is not a millionaire. He recounts early lecturing days, public service, and the sale of property to fund his family and public work while noting his charitable giving exceeds a tenth of his income.

Tampa Morning Tribune Carrigs William J. Bryan Ferida the Tribune Bryan Mrs. Bryan Nebraska Methodist Church Cannon Mr. Bryan William Jennings Bryan Florida United States

Bryan wealth critique and future Germany role commentary

The article analyzes William Jennings Bryan defending his wealth and charitable giving, contrasting attacks by others with his openness. It notes his past gifts, sale of Florida land, and argues against millionaire blame while comparing with Hindenburg’s future as a German president figurehead and speculation on growing German power.

Hindenburg German Republic Germany

Pershing Heroism and Political Restraint Highlighted

Tributes from the American Legion laud General John J. Pershing for leading American forces in France and maintaining a strict, nonpolitical stance after the war. He refused to trade his military record for political glory, spoke sparingly, and remained focused on history and duty. The piece also notes skepticism about political life for soldiers and a wit about science’s view of the busy bee. It ends with a local jab at the Penobscot salmon and a remark on the larger impact of Hindenburg’s election on French views.

John J. Pershing American Legion Pershing America France Grant Europe

West Virginia building program report criticized

The joint committee charged with drafting a state public building plan earned praise for earnest labor but faced criticism for a inadequate vision and lack of originality. The report is seen as pushing a ten year, 14 million dollar plan, with promises of more funds and broader impact on state institutions and taxpayers. Marguntown Post.

Publ Works West Virginia Marguntown Post

Bugs Baer on Puzzle Obliquely Probes Education

The fragment mocks dropa-word puzzles and their usefulness, joking that a rash of cubes teaches nothing of value. It lampoons attempts at vertically oriented education and mentions insomnia battles, a nameless diverging wordplay, and a scene with a wave of distractingly rapid letters near a building in Washington.

Jimmy Skunk and the Monster on the Road Adventure

Jimmy Skunk wanders a dim road with a chasing car behind him. He meets a terrifying pair of glowing eyes and a great monster that blocks the path while an old road promises peril and a chance at safe passage.

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Unclear military orders amid Ohio and West Virginia fortifications

The fragmented text notes General Meclellan issuing his first order on May 26 1801 to Colonel Kelley to fortify hills near Wheeling. Col S A Porterfield is described as assigned to command Confederate forces in northwestern Virginia as efforts to organize a caften proceed.

Meclellan Cone Ohio West Virginia Kelley Wheeling

New Residence To Cost Six Million In London

London April 29 Liayda the famous English underwriting firm began building its new Huaipan Leadenhall Street project. Excavation underway and a cornerstone ceremony expected May. The structure will be among London’s tallest with a six million dollar price tag. Above ground there will be more floors and two basement levels planned. The underwriters' room will occupy about 160 feet square and one upper floor will be devoted to the captain a' rom with honmakings and a special dedication oration.

London Alverday Londen

Fragments of a secret longing for art and money

A narrator contemplates loves for pipes golf and pictures and laments weakness and hypocrisy as a neighbor’s comments reveal conflicting desires. He recalls a treasure and a maid who favors social grace over plain honesty, questioning whether wealth and art can buy affection.

Sania Artine

Typical New Yorker crowd at a Midwest party described

New Yorks Day by Day describes a 1920s era scene with guests including John Kilson Anita Leon McKay Morris Tom Towers Aubrey Hads Pegwy Hoyt Roy Howard Tay Lew Meredith Nicholson Marie Dressler and Chauncey Meart. The piece contrasts New York flaneur culture with rural Midwest life and notes the disconnection between newcomers and the old home town while observing fashion and social dynamics.

John Kietson Anita Leon McKay Morris Tom Towers Aubrey Hads Pegwy Hoyt Roy Howard Tay Lew Meredith — Nicholson Marie Dressler Chauncey Meart New York Pith Avenue Dresa Canad Central Park Nota Perarm

Reindeer Meat Promises Daily Menus In New Era

New York April 29 Alaska plans spark a shift in beef supply as reindeer meat may join daily menus. Charles DeWitt Brower states New York consumes 280 60 pounds yearly and projects 375 000 pounds by 1923, with a 200 000 head reindeer herd in Alaska and a future export push via Seattle and Pan American routes. He notes the reindeer meat gaining in popularity and the industry evolving from dog sled food to beef trade.

New York Alaska Charles DeWit Brower City Club York City Brower Seattle Stedwify Doga Don Lewis Brouwer Abney Sieria

Public Service Commission Orders Gas and Rail Fee Changes

The Public Service Commission ordered discontinuance of a passenger fare on the electric line between Westover and Randall Monungelia and approved rate changes. An emergency gas rate of cents per thousand cubic feet with a cash discount was deemed reasonable and made permanent, with a new minimum charge applied next May. A separate hearing in Charleston May 26 addressed relocation of Richard Do Company rail facilities and related station changes.

Westover Randall Monungelia Public Service Commision Gérvid Scott's Run Bailroad Company Mom Coimery Cot Mission Montwolery Richard Do de Chea Peake Powell Creek Coalhloom Charleston

Saint's Arm Heist Inked for Albanian Celebration

Belgrade reports detail a plan to steal the Saint's Arm from its Albanian monastery near Elbasan to mark the 9th anniversary of a Serbian birth in Ohrid. An expedition led by Jovan Vladinir sought aid from the Guardian of the Treasure to remove the relic and bring it to Ohrid for a ceremonial return. Royal and church officials are slated to attend the June 4 celebration.

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Miami plans massive motor trace project for winter visitors

Miami plans a huge motorsport complex including a 300 mile speedway, a 330000 seat facility, and a one hundred thousand dollar prize. the project cites Harroyo tt as builder and Florida City Finance as sponsor, aiming to open in January with a major event featuring leading speed car participants.

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