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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1950
Page
6
A reflective column argues that President Truman gains strength from the ordinary voters who “like the little man” and trust his honesty. It notes media skepticism, cites his growth in wisdom, and suggests a southern tour could widen support against reactionary leaders in the South and in Congress.
Walter Cenerazzo, president of the American Watch Workers Union, says pension costs ultimately come from consumers as part of product prices. He warns workers to ensure the pension received justifies its cost.
A four year Westchester County trial reports definite progress in using ultraviolet light to curb spread of airborne diseases. Colds and influenza served as bases with chicken pox and measles aiding diagnosis. Light reduces transmission except in high humidity, offering potential national containment though further wide area testing is needed.
The article notes discussions of Gov. Thomas E. Dewey possibly becoming president of Cornell University as part of a wider push to place him in major offices. It cites past moves to hire non academics like Eisenhower and Stassen, and warns such matches do not always yield expected university-society benefits.
The article notes Stefansson’s Arctic optimism and describes Soviet efforts to map remote Siberian terrain. It reports a 95 mile by 40 mile mountain range with peaks above 9,000 feet near the Indigirka River and coal beds near Archangel. It concludes with a critical view of broader Russian governance.
Prof A R Mangus of Ohio State told the American Association on Mental Deficiency convention that schools neglect slow learners who constitute 15 to 20 percent of attendees. He notes many slow learners have talents schools may miss and cites Charles W Eliot's remark that much good work is done by dull people who try their best.
The Nations Association of Home Builders and other lobbyists discuss long distance calls showing efforts to block the middle income housing bill. Cortright reports Senate Banking Committee votes and predicts changes in the House, while others plan to push amendments and rally support among key lawmakers.
Intercepted message dated June 4 1950 from a correspondent to Walker praises the Arctican Legion for sponsoring Nountaineer Boys State and signs off with Yours.
48S Cora Schaum receives widespread congratulations for completing 40 years of faithful service in the Kanawha County Circuit Clerk's office. The milestone is celebrated amid warm tributes from colleagues and local officials.
A fragment from a Wall Street Journal recipe extols buttermilk biscuits with brown crust and maple syrup, detailing ingredients and steps. The piece shifts to political commentary, citing Senate appointments under parties and noting rainmaker myths in New York City with skeptical modern science framing.
An EW YORK dispatch surveys the idea of the witty social talk. It argues conversing bravely boosts interest while many avoid opinions to fit in. The piece lampoons off the record remarks and considers how to command attention in gatherings.
A new continuous mining machine developed by the Mining Development Committee of Bituminous Coal Ripa tal Inc promises to revolutionize coal mining by extracting luminous coal from datiwal layers and loading it onto conveyors. The device uses rotors for cutting, can operate in seams as low as 38 inches, and aims to reduce manual labor while increasing efficiency. Initial demonstrations occurred about 30 years ago with evolving models expected to reduce costs significantly in the coming years.
A muddled clipped prose piece notes bookies in Congress and China, mentioning betting odds and losses. It observes investigators puzzled by Ampriva’s big backers and hints Congress could learn from Rowse and major racetracks. It ends with a stray line about a two dollar window in a tax department.
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