Charleston Gazette 1948 Christmas Issue Preview
The Charleston Gazette announces its daily and Sunday publication details for West Virginia readers, including subscription terms, Associated Press affiliation, and service notes. The issue includes a Thought for Today by Betham Edwards, praising light, song, and strength to comfort others.
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Charleston Gazettest -Democratic
Bats’ Gazette
Copia
Want
Virgina
W. Yeoil
I . Sanen
Mallameide West
Charleston
W. Ve
Eleca
West Virginia
Virginia
Betham Edwards
Christmas reflections urge quiet day by the fire
A reader is urged to slow down before Christmas crowds and read the first Christmas story and Dickens. The piece reflects on a year with trials yet balanced by friendships, shop decorations, and a shared belief that Christmas is for everyone, not just children. Classic carol wish, Merry Christmas, echoes.
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Scrooge
Christus
A Christmas Carol a Christmas present for today
This piece urges reading Dickens A Christmas Carol to revive peace and good will. It praises its enduring charm and moral plea for charity mercy and tolerance, noting the tale's timeless Christmas spirit and emotional impact.
Christmas Faith and the Joy of Belief in Christmas
The piece argues that true Christmas joy rests on belief in a higher meaning and the Spirit of giving. It contrasts hollow happiness with faith that "men are still reaching upward" despite wars and unrest, urging the heart to embrace the season's spirit over material legends like St Nicholas.
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Bethlehem
St. Nicholas
Hitler
Jesus of Nazareth
Christ
Soviet Russia
Russia
A.M.N. A
U.S
Earth
M.Y.B. A
Christmas Presents and Political Plums in Washington
Former President Truman departs amid a swirl of patronage promises as Democrats parcel out favors. Louis Johnson pressures for defense post. Senate leadership and armed services roles rise for Sen Tydings. Kentucky Sen Cooper eyed for FTC seat, with Rogers as another possible bid.
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Washington
Truman
Louis Johnson
West Virginia
Trueman
Johnson
National Defense
Franklin Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Harry Woodring
Henry L. Stimson
National Defense Department
Defense
Forrestal
Capitol Hill
Sen
Tydings
Maryland
Senate Ladies
Arthur Vandenberg
John Sherman Cooper
Kentucky
Virgil Chapman
Cooper
Sen. Barkley
Federal Trade Commission
Robert E. Freer
McGrath Down
FTC
William Rogers
Ferguson Investigating Committee
Navy
Dewey
Rogers
Hughes
Gen. Meyers
Christmas Change From Simple 1960s Tree to Hollywood Style
A reminiscence contrasts a bygone simple Christmas with today’s costly, ornate celebrations. The author recalls a four bit tree, handmade base, cranberries, popcorn, orange stockings, nuts, and a cherished sled. He laments pricey, impersonal productions replacing warm family traditions.
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W York
Dad
Santa Claus
Plessze
Christmas in France and the Gratitude Train tale
The writer recalls a bleak Christmas in Marseilles and the Gratitude Train gift exchange with France. He links happiness to the Marshall Plan and Europe’s path to peace, reflecting on American restraint, Panama base evacuation, and the moral lessons from Jesus on human dignity versus totalitarian force.
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Margaiites
France
Europe
Marseilles
French Cable’ Co
Philadelphia
Gare d’ Ornay
America
United States
Panama
U. S
Canal
Tampico
Haiti
Nicaragua
Inside Labor tensions weave through Christmas land
A fragmented labor scene unfolds as union leaders hold back on merges and releases. Phil Murray and Green show reluctance to commit to unity while NOW and Petrillo face resistance from recording firms. Miners rally in sorrow as wage pressures and strikes echo. Olympic cries mock a chapter of workers’ tumult.
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Phil Murray
Green
Dan
Bradstreet
Petrillo
Caesar
Fragmented Q&A and political critique in a 1940s column
A dense composite from Victor Riesel style prose presents political feuding with references to Truman, Reuther, and Lee Pressman, interwoven with reader questions and trivia. It includes discussions of anti-communist sentiment, labor leadership, and a string of civic questions with factual answers on radios, doughnut holes, kissing under mistletoe, and ancient beliefs.
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S.T.T.A
New York State
V.O.L.A
Rockport
Maine
Hanson Gregory Eventias
V.O.E
Britain
Debate on unions blinds students in colleges and schools
A writer denounces unionism education as biased by teachers and media. He urges students to audit union constitutions, study experiences, and challenge teachers’ claims. He cites the United Mine Workers and CIO origins, condemns union bosses, and urges precise terms for labor discussions. The piece contrasts union control with autonomous government and warns against accepting slogans.
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Wall Street
Truman
Taft. Martley
Maaiclana Union
Hodcarriera
Tenmaters
Boilermakers
United Mine Workers Unions
CIO
United Mine Workers
John L. Lewis
Philip Murray
Lewis
Mina
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Murray
BNY
Dan Tobin
Teamaters
Eny “Walt
Mine Nfet
Lewla
Petrillo
Musicians
Moreschi
Hodcarriers
Unio
Labor Relations Board
Mara
Detroit
Pacific Coast
Readers Forum Letters Spur Humane and Political Debate
Readers write letters urging humane treatment of stray dogs and criticizing public offices. They discuss animal cruelty, editorials, the American Legion’s stance on the un American Activities committee, liquor versus firecrackers dangers, party politics, and calls for balanced hiring. Residents from St. Albans Ansted Martinsville and others comment on editors and governance.
Christmas Greeting by Arthur Ellen Baer 1948
A holiday message reflecting mixed national mood and sincere wishes for peace. The author notes the year’s challenges yet stresses cheer, personal virtue, and goodwill amid a troubled world.
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