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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1938
Page
8
A garbled sample from The Charleston Gazette and Democratic Newsapers page shows a dated line with misread phrases about thought for today and alabaster box of love and friendship. The text includes odd spellings and stray typos, mentioning friends, speaking kindly, and a figure named W. Childe.
A fragmented note laments ongoing government criticism and persistent complaints about public policy. It portrays a weary, stalled protest culture and a sense that efforts to effect change have faced long, unyielding opposition.
A fragmented note outlines concerns about child welfare and living conditions in the city. It mentions progress efforts and rough home environments, indicating ongoing discussions on improving housing, services, and support for youth.
A garbled local passage discusses intersection rules and police intervention, mentions the effort of years of care to maintain a landscaped lawn, and notes owners adapting guidance to protect children and outsiders. The text hints at an overriding concern but remains unclear and incomplete.
The Huntington Advertiser lauds Vernon A. Cobb for a $100,000 endowment to Morris Harvey College, calling it a lifetime labor gift. The donor, a former Charleston businessman now in Florida, seeks to uphold religious instruction and Christian philosophy, with his name to be remembered by friends of the college. The piece notes Huntington’s support for the Charleston institution and urges mutual appreciation between Huntington and Cabell County communities.
An editorial blend notes safety during storms, praising West Virginian farmers for resilience amid mountains and harsh seasons. It contrasts Alcatraz and Devil's Island, stressing hard work, strict discipline, and the public peril faced by criminals and communities alike.
A Fayette county employer with about 100 workers temporarily closed. When reopening was attempted, only five reported for duty and about 90 percent of laid off workers did not return. The Tribune notes many are not interested in working, despite the push to resume operations.
Washington notes question whether Hull should push the neutrality act revision for Spain while fear grows of war in Europe. It cites Nye resolution, China, Japan, and British French needs, and warns career officials could regret shielding Spain if war comes this summer.
Time and Tide JR gesigring notes Alfred M Landon accused the New Deal of concentrating power in Washington, arguing Jefferson favored a weak government to curb privileges for business. The column contends Jefferson sought equal rights for all, none for any class, while post Civil War policy created entrenched privileges. It argues the New Deal aims to undo these privileges with a strong federal government.
A mixed set of trivia items asks about biblical terms, ancient places, biology, geography, and etiquette. It includes questions on chalice meaning, the largest Hawaiian island, nerve endings in water, and how a widow signs her name, reflecting a bygone reader quiz format.
Dorothy Dix counsels on the classic clash between a daughter-in-law and her mother-in-law. The letter details a young wife’s resentment, dependence, and fault finding, and the column urges empathy and compromise to avert misery. The piece highlights familial duty, shared spaces, and the toll on both women when harmony fails.
New York June 1 The denouncement of Hague provokes resentment among his supporters who helped him gain power. Reported overheard remarks show fear of opposing Hague in Jersey City politics. The piece notes hardline critics, including Communists and other factions, asserting dangers to dissenters within the party.
A fragment reports union meeting rhetoric accusing members of seeking industrial peace proposals as Communist or red plots. It notes tension at gatherings around proposals for peaceful settlements and mentions opponents at factory gates, with hostile chants and insinuations.
The readable segments discuss public views on cities, speech, and notable figures. It mentions Manatee achieving prominence and Hague’s reception, with comparisons to Hugo Black. The tone hints at defense of controversial speech and civic figures amid public debate.
A 1948 overview outlines key points of wartime spending, noting executive authority, funding allocations, and controls on procurement. The document highlights accountability measures and the impact on civilian industries during a period of heightened national effort.
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