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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1955
Page
6
A brief Thought for Today reflecting on how one should choose kindness and love as they traverse human experience. The note appears in The Charleston Gazette dated Tuesday December 6 1955, part of the publication’s daily feature.
West Virginia editorial notes public distrust in the State Road Commission amid road deterioration. It supports Road Commissioner Burt A. Sawyers's reorganization and new accounting, urging quicker changes in road building. It warns political ties risk delaying reform and hints heads may roll if goals aren’t met.
Arkansas lawmakers used an earmarked extra liquor tax to fund air conditioned chambers and devices, raising funds from whisky drinkers. The two year effort surpassed the four year goal, then the 1955 legislature repealed the levy.
In a letter to The Gazette readers urge a comprehensive study of the social system as the root of societal ills. They demand modern hospitals in Cabin Creek and more factories for Kanawha County’s eastern region, criticizing coal mining regions and highlighting Dr. Lewis as a local influence in addressing hospital and factory needs.
A Norfolk message from Robert H. McClung commends state policy ideas in State Magazine on Nov 27 and suggests continuing Republican domestic policy might allow GM to acquire West Virginia bills without purchase.
John T. Copenhaver is described as a prominent figure tied to destiny in City Hall circles. The note highlights his influence, leadership, and longstanding service shaping local governance and policy initiatives.
Gen Charles B. Booth, head of Volunteers of America, praises American youth noting only two percent delinquent while 88 percent are responsible. He stresses early citizenship education, warm homes, and addressing loneliness, warning against atom age anxiety and the mob mentality. Booth cites 60th VOA anniversary in 1986 and has three children.
Washington reports a protracted backstage clash between Admiral Lewis Strauss and Controller General Joseph Campbell over paying Dixon Yates about 5.5 million for alleged out-of-pocket expenses after government cancellation. The dispute centers on suppression of rival bids and Wenzell’s Budget Bureau role, with President Eisenhower defending Wenzell’s limited involvement.
In Bonn and nearby cities the Ruhr elite converge on the Hotel Petersburg for a high fashion event. Erik Weck promotes invites as Bonn natives observe foreign power circles and a curious display of wealth. Guests include diplomats, correspondents, and American spouses amid Rhine industry and auto traffic.
A New York union bloc declares a two year trial period for the AFL CIO merger. They warn they may split and form two labor movements if the arrangement fails. George Meany defends the plan while CIO President Walter Reuther asserts independence and aims to strengthen Neato rights and rackets fight.
Capt Calvert L Es till, newly appointed unemployment officer of the American Legion, called for an immediate working organization to aid relief efforts. Gov Conley announced a 100 man effort as state unemployment reached 43.14 percent. In Chicago, five robbers with machine guns robbed the State Bank of Clearing, taking 40000. Reichstag backers claim Bruening government victory amid ongoing political turmoil.
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