Nature Turns Modernist in Education and Politics
A fragmented essay critiques education, class, and political movements, linking modernist trends to social upheaval. It cites figures like Danton and Robespierre and warns of a rising American Prohibitionist alliance while noting anti Catholic tensions and a shift in cultural norms. The piece also mentions events in New York including museum and church fires and a British moving picture controversy.
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Christ Theroial Protestant
New York
Nature
Critish
Empire
Amertes
Southampton
London
Stop Signs Improve Charleston Traffic Safety
The Charleston Gazette notes new white STOP signs at main east and west entrances to curb hazards from motor vehicles. City police chief Britton says enforcement will be strict and effective. readers are urged to observe all traffic rules, especially stopping at STOP signs, to reduce accidents and improve pedestrian safety.
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Reity
Britton
Charleston
McCormack Plans Retirement At Fifty Nine Next Nine Years
World famed tenor John McCormack announces retirement from the concert stage at age fifty nine in nine years. He cites preferring to hear “why did he quit” rather than “why doesn’t he quit” and notes artists often fade while audiences recall past brilliance. He defends staying in voice while prime and hopes for no vocal decline before then.
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John McCormack
Evan Williams
McCormack
John L. Boullivan
California
Jim Jeffries
Jack Dempsey
Goliath
Zhe
Divine Sarah
Charleston College and Morris Harvey Debate Movement
The Charleston College piece questions moving Morris Harvey College to Charleston and weighs the potential cultural influence of a strong college in the city. It credits Mr. Ison B. Smith and Mr. Charles K. Payne for highlighting the educational and civic benefits likely to arise as hundreds of students pursue excellence and spread reading programs across all classes of citizenship.
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Morris Harvey College
Charleston
Barbours
Ville’s
Ison B. Smith
Charles K. Payne
College idea grows in Charleston capital center
The editorial argues for a strong regional college built on existing institutions Mason School of Music Charleston Commercial College and Buckhannon Buckhannon Wesleyan joining with Morris Harvey and Romine medical plans. It lauds W Sandy Mason and Senator Wood, urges fusion of school resources, and foresees a major, nonsectarian educational enterprise to uplift the community.
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Mason School of Music
Charleston Commercial College
W. Sandy Mason
Mason
Commercial College
Charleston
Samuel V. Wood
Wesleyan College
Buckhannon
Methodist Episcopal Church
Senator Wood
Buckhannon College
Surplus estimates prompt call for tax reform debate
An editorial argues that fluctuating surplus forecasts from two hundred to nearly three hundred million dollars should guide Congress to decide tax reductions. It urges prioritizing simplified income tax laws to ease business burdens and restore public trust, noting the need to end nuisance taxes and revitalize Congress.
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Congress
Government Business
Treasury
Treasury Department
War era memories and notes on Senator La Follette
A fragmented Washington column recalls Senator La Follette's wartime stance and public perception amid hysteria. It cites a Saturday Evening Post piece and the tale The Thunderer of Science, plus reflections on press, politics, and quotes about patriotism and public figures.
Woman Held for Reckless Driving Named Bluestein Suspect
Mrs Isadora Bluestein of 1676 Virginia Street was arrested on a reckless driving charge tied to a Monday collision on Kanawha Street. Witness Charles deKey reported the car struck a boy who sustained multiple bruises and cuts. Bluestein’s preliminary hearing was set for July 7 in municipal court, with her vehicle continued by Judge Bobbitt yesterday morning.
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Isadora Bloeatetn
Virginia Street
Charles deKey
Bluestein
Jude Bobbitt
Intercepted Messages Hint at Bond Deal and Escape Plans
Intercepted notes reference convicts at work and six million dollars in bonds. Authors plan a motor jaunt in summer, expecting fewer authorities and Cetoura to miss. The message suggests a coordination of escape during a period with less surveillance.
New York Day by Day Capricht 1926 Syndicate
Capricht 1926 overview from the McNaught syndicate highlights daily events in New York. Brief notes touch on prominent figures, business moves, and social happenings unusual for the era.
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New York
New York Hotels Face Heavy Losses From Crookdom Tricks
Hotel crook schemes torment New York hotels as tricksters exploit guests and transient crowds. A notorious technique and a figure known as The Streak reveal a pattern of pawning, fake reservations, and mail packages to siphon cash. Hats and hats checks become targets in a world of sleuths, spotters, and rapid room changes.
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New York
C. Q. Db
Shel
Irvin Cobb
Oyers
O. Hanry
C. On
West Virginia editors lament rise of laws and driver burden
Wheeling News notes the state legislature has enacted many laws this year and more are expected. A Cleveland man asked for the number of laws in effect nationwide, receiving the evasive reply We don’t know. The West Virginia supreme court week’s decisions urge drivers to be vigilant, look and listen, and accept contributory negligence as a legal concept in auto cases.
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Coast Guard
Potomac Park
Nagrees
America
Thin Uly
Nss
Alexander Graham Bell
Vcntor
Telephone
Wheeling News
Cleveland
Union
Ilkewles
West Virginia
Ras Croninga
Pringijse
Washingdon DC
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Interior
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Hart
Franklin K. Lang
Shane
Lance
Breween
Hoover
Lane
Eilther
Ray Doi
Waka UN
Morgantown Port
Sopyrinht 1826 Bride and Groom Tale
A fragmentary notice references a 1826 event titled a bride and groom tale. Details are unclear but suggest a historical wedding or betrothal note from an old issue. No specific names, places, or dates are readable.
Longiver Blessings Card Full of Hope and Love
A sentimental year greeting wishing strength, blessing, and steadfast love. The message encourages brave hearts, enduring faith, and togetherness through trials, with a hopeful note that all will be well if true. It speaks of care, support, and enduring affection across distant journeys.
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Grint
Carex
Wells
Orphaned Crow Attacks Foster Nest in Old Orchard
The tale follows a hungry orphan bird cared for by Mrs Chippy in the Old Orchard. He resists feeding and flies off after a scare from Black Pussy, leaving four well cared for chicks to rely on Mr Chippy. Neighbors debate removing him, while Scripper and Welcome Rollin condemn the beggar as a burden on the orchard.
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Chippy
Phipps
Mrs. Chippy
Creedy Orphan World
Esha
Chippy Rey
Alhame
Jess
Nest Jaeie
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Bira
Rollin
Mr. Chippy
Sally Sty
Juele
Chinpy
Black Pussy
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