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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1925
Page
6
Oliver La Farge writes on youths growing up under war's shadow during World War I and their shift from isolation to internationalism. He contrasts elders' Crusade rhetoric with a new global outlook, praising patriotism yet noting disillusionment with politicians and the enduring spirit of youth and allied collaboration.
At Isa meetings the view prevailed that protective tariffs hinder global prosperity. American economists and business leaders argue tariffs block European markets while Europe seeks relief to settle debts, with Dawes plan dynamics shaping calls to lower tariffs or accept trade imbalances.
A fragment discusses President Coolidge's view on tariffs fostering world unity versus provoking retaliation. It questions whether friendly tariff walls truly aid cooperation. The text also mentions shifting Wyoming mountains and the Teapot Dome scandal emerging as a metaphor for instability.
A meeting of commercial executives from gas and electric companies in New York and New Jersey stressed newspaper advertising as the best way to build public familiarity with utility services. They argued favorable opinion equals friendship, knowledge builds trust, and courteous public service is as vital as physical infrastructure.
A statement notes President Calles issued a letter that functioned as a silencer, shaping how American affairs were discussed. The piece examines implications for diplomatic dialogue and press freedom. The timing and context indicate tension between executive messaging and public discourse.
A weekly business and trade review indicates prices in wholesale markets rose modestly with 31 increases and 29 declines from 60 quotes. While not as strong as last week, the data compare favorably to last year’s similar period. Insolvencies show declines in liabilities in June, with 1,745 failures totaling $36.7 million, suggesting a peak in declines may be past and a gradual recovery underway despite deflation.
The Columbus reported a passenger speaking to a boat 150 miles away and AT&T officials predict larger advances in maritime communications. The piece also notes Margot Asquith’s marriage to the Earl of Oxford and Asquith and a University of Oxford chancellorship ballot where she faced scrutiny.
A 1925 piece by Arthur Tristard argues over evolution and society while critiquing the monkey trial. It juxtaposes Darwinism with mutual aid and questions modern views on marriage language, urging readers to consider whether obedience or tolerance best fits contemporary relations and law.
Intercepted messages indicate voters could not reach polling places as muddy roads hinder travel for farmers. Weather and poor road conditions threaten turnout amid political campaigning in the state.
In New York July 6 an American observer recalls a London visit and contrasts English social habits with American trends. The piece touches on families in Jersey and London, changes in work culture, industrial strife, and the looming question of national production vs. labor demands. It notes President Roosevelt’s efforts to ease industrial conflict and comments on fashion, dining, and social norms across the Atlantic.
Communications editor notes Cabins Creek district opposes new bridges without a 16 foot highway and warns against higher taxes for road and bridge bonds. Citizens recall past overruns, including $120,000 wasted on ungraded roads, and argue the proposed bonds would burden taxpayers for decades while the county seeks to complete the Charleston Logan road and Kanawha crossings.
Peter Rabbit learns of Digger the Badger family ties and the long journey from the Far West. Digger recounts leaving home for a youngster and the desire to stay, while reflecting on the school of experience and wisdom gained along the way.
Major-General Jean C Fremont moved from Wheeling to New Creek on the third of May 1942 with his staff. He outlined a plan to occupy Knoxville, Tennessee, detailing a large force and railroad movements before shifting to Petersburg, Virginia after Yorktown's evacuation on May 4.
The American Business club postponed its election until Monday after a noon meeting at the Ruffner hotel. Acting president Cc. T. Hawking urged full membership attendance to map out daily industrial labor plans and event funding.
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