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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1936
Page
8
A Christmas Thought For Today notes the birth of the Christe Child in a festive blessing. The verse recalls a bright sky flame and the rebirth of joy on Christmas day, invoking faith and love across distant lands and generations.
Local business leaders and Charleston officials push for immediate sale of movable personal property at the Naval Ordnance Plant in South Charleston. They argue the plant is idle, costly to rehabilitate, and unnecessary for government use, urging private buyers to repurpose the site while preserving 200 acres of prime factory land. Congressman Smith and Senator Neely endorse the move.
The text states that the sale excludes land or buildings and covers only movable personal property from the Plant. Many who examined the matter believe the land and buildings, with machinery removed, could fetch as much or more than selling the moveable items now.
The piece urges Charleston voters to approve two bonds for Elk River bridge and boulevard improvements and a municipal auditorium. It frames public works as national renaissance and stresses federal help, urging citizens to act now for future growth and better city life.
West Virginia welcomes two new figures to the supreme court of appeals Hon. Fred L. Fox of Sutton and Hon. James B. Riley of Wheeling. They succeed retiring judges Homer B. Woods of Harrisville who served twelve years on the supreme bench and twenty on the circuit bench and M. D. Litz of Welch who had fourteen years on the bench. Attorney Howard Matthews of Wheeling lauds Woods and Litz as top judicial figures. The Okey DeBoard case notes DeBoard, a beer garden bouncer who killed Leo Fizer, was sentenced to 15 years while questioning if courts share responsibility for arming him.
The Wheeling News Register urges Hon. Charles E. Hodges president of the senate as the best qualified choice for state tax commissioner, noting his long public service and readiness to accept such an appointive post under the incoming Holt administration. The paper discusses Hodges' prior gubernatorial bid and maintains Holt’s friendship with Hodges would allow a smooth appointment.
Morgantown Dominion News commends Kiwanis members who staffed Salvation Army kettles for part of Saturday to raise funds for Christmas cheer. The article urges individuals with knowledge of needy families to contribute directly if unable to donate through organizations, highlighting community effort to spread Christmas joy.
New York December 28 Robert Benchley proves critics wrong by laughing at a premiere. He bursts into giggles at Jimmy Durante and earlier bits, while Alan Dale and others receive mixed reactions. The piece also notes theater history, Bayes Theatre, nocturnal cabarets, and changes of Broadway venues and dining spots reflecting ongoing shifts in entertainment.
A critique of Landon’s brief House visit and the Democratic ideal of openness. The writer quips that a short trip allows a man to glimpse ideals, comparing the guest to a fish after three days and noting the electoral college’s formal attire. News reels tied the observation to a 1926 US context.
Mr. Fred L. Fox is listed with the State Tax Commission in Charleston West Virginia. The brief entry notes his role and location without further context or dates.
Dorothy Dix counsels a puzzled wife facing her husband’s infidelity. She warns against jealousy and dramatic scenes, urges calm judgment, and notes that many husbands seek affection elsewhere but return to their wives. The piece favors staying calm, avoiding public humiliation, and making measured choices to protect family.
Washington observes a looming contest for the Democratic leader in the next House as party unity and relations with the White House shape the choice. The struggle pits Rayburn of Texas and O'Connor of New York amid party factions, with leadership dynamics influenced by Roosevelt’s indirect sway and past examples like Longworth.
Reader quiz offers questions on philosophy abbreviations chemical dehydration and geography with sample answers. Notes include who wrote Hungarian Rhapsodies, origin of Hobson's choice, the plural of brick, and US court contract questions. Requests name, address, a stamp, and hints at a geography booklet with a dime enclosed for return.
Washington dispatch outlines three rival efforts to craft a substitute NRA led by Uncle Dan Roper and The Business Advisory Council, The Council of Industrial Progress led by Maj. George Berry, and Frances Perkins labor department moves. It notes rivalries and behind closed doors maneuvering, with a path to Congress via Sen. Wagner and possible outcomes including reliance on Congress or further bills like the 30 hour week rule. It also mentions minor items on trademarks and a West Point student joke, plus motor vehicle act enforcement and WPA tax-check gains.
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