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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1930
Page
4
A brief entry cites a biblical verse from Revelation about the heavenly tabernacle with God among people. The reflection frames hope in a future renewal of heaven and earth as a guiding Thought For Today note in the Charleston Gazette.
An opinion piece contrasts the Spanish and World War sacrifices, condemns Hoover's veto on veterans' pay, and argues veterans deserve full pensions and fair treatment. It criticizes the government for funding Europe while neglecting veterans, urging Congress to reconsider and support war alums.
In a house speech Congressman Ramseyer argues the tariff has become a function of commerce rather than taxation. The debate centers on Congress's power to delegate tariff authority to a tariff commission and whether the tariff clause in Article I justifies import duties. Some observers see a trend toward expanded congressional powers at constitutional expense.
The passage argues that state government risks becoming a mere expense if expansion continues. It warns that concentrationists push growth for money, eroding founders' spirit, and claims experience is needed to halt rapid moves toward Bolshevism and plutocracy.
The Literary Digest compiled results from S100 population cities in West Virginia showing 63.8 percent favor change against 36.2 percent for enforcement. Cities listed include Bluefield Charleston Clarksburg Elkins Fairmont and others. Weirton excluded as unincorporated. The piece notes national impact and questions Hoover’s view.
A child-like remark from Semiramis about visiting a circus parade contrasts with U.S. political talk as Senators Jones and Sheppard discuss letting voters decide on prohibition. The piece hops through references to Canada, Sam Houston, San Jacinto, the Alamo, and Hoover, ending with a note on a Texas Cannon.
The Lever Ripley argues the first human discovery was the lever, not the wheel, and notes its wide use from tools to cranes. He links lever concepts to balance of power, cites historical empires, and mentions disarmament talks led by major powers. Also referenced are constitutional questions, civic progress, and West Virginia city growth criticisms about housing, parks, and culture.
The column surveys global affairs from aviation feats by Germany to Sino Russian tensions and British policy in Asia. It riffs on Gandhi, Bobby Jones, and crime lore, interlacing commentary on laws, defense, and public figures with a pointed, era-tinged voice.
A fragmented diary like entry recounts a June day in New York with social circles, travels to Greenwich and Hartford, mentions of Dilly B and Pat O'Brien, and casual observations of conversations and a child’s one man show. The narrator recalls parties, a tea room crowd, and an imagined pistol scene, ending with a sense of introspection and unease.
Q and A page invites readers to mail questions to Washington Bureau at 1309 New York Avenue NW Washington DC with two cents for return postage. It lists sample questions about rivers, races, astronomy, Columbus voyages, Alaska railroad,Harold Lloyd, Grover Cleveland, theater rows, shoes, Greek architrave orders, and more. Referenced items include a gossip note about Broadway dances, Ginger Kostler, Pepper Rogers, and a 1920 copyright notice by McNaught Syndicate.
The West Virginia News quotes scripture on resilience and ponders fate while a ragbag of trivia asks about Steath meaning a wide open valley and the origin of Blues notes among traveling troupes. It adds a definition of abstract of title and notes clothes moths with a Washington bulletin offer.
Bill Wantington Advertiser notes the senate moved a measure to cut immigration from Mexico. The article argues quick action to secure future inaugurations and public safety. Old Age Parkerstown News cites an actuary claiming aging is inherited, underscoring prudence in parental planning.
A Washington bystander notes Jimmy Davis’s primary landslide in Pennsylvania boosts his bid and shifts attention to a potential Senate career. The piece discusses Davis’s vote getting talent, political lineage, and the impact of labor and fraternal networks on his prospects, suggesting possible broader ambitions including a vice presidential path.
Reader questions on low protein meals and vegetarian cooking. Dr Peters suggests books like The Home Dietitian and The New Cookery, notes beans provide incomplete protein, recommends balancing with milk cheese and nuts, and mentions available pamphlets. Also covers concerns about face lifting and advice to consult specialists, with editorial notice on column rules.
A column discusses convict treatment and prison reform. It cites Adler on punishment, argues for balanced discipline over brutality, and stresses prevention through parental and teacher education. It also notes Spain’s political activity and King Alfonso XIII’s cautious stance toward republicanism.
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