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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1933
Page
4
The Charleston Gazette lists its pricing, publication schedule, and staff notes from June 5 1933. It notes editions daily and Sunday rates outside West Virginia, Associated Press affiliation, and a Thought For Today by Frank Crane emphasizing heroism as self surrender.
The piece recounts the failed bid to pass a charter bill granting municipalities power to write their own charters. It accuses political maneuvers by Republican and Democratic leaders, notes railroad lobbying influence, and blames the senate president for defeating the measure. It suggests a constitutional path and reflects on party strife in Charleston.
Counties follow attorney general guidance to craft repeal election ballots with explanatory brackets. The directive aims to standardize wording and ensure voters understand repeal measures across jurisdictions.
A historical notice argues the June 27 referendum centers on the 18th amendment only. It urges voters and campaigners from both camps to use a single mark on one of two voting columns, abstain from naming candidates, and avoid confusion in the dry versus repeal choice.
The draft discusses editors avoiding beer in W. Co. To support their stance some readers are urged to shift patronage away from towns declining to sell beer. A Prohibition era slogan urges buying day and backing wet supporters to boost trade amid strict temperance views.
A Morgantown Democrat News summary of a state Negro welfare bulletin praising white and Black progress in West Virginia. It notes rising Black population to 112 809, 26 274 families, school enrollment, and employment by sector while urging curricula adjustments to reduce racial hostility and prepare for broader inclusion in state development.
A sweeping senate probe into Mellons led by the banking committee is planned with chief counsel Pecos pursuing eliminations of the Mellons' financial empire. Woodin recalls beaming loyalty to Roosevelt while considering retirement under pressure. Child labor reform advances with Avale pushing a new federal ban and executive support hinted.
The Readers Forum proposes printing ballots with red for Repeal and black for Against to help voters cast correct ballots. It also suggests highlighting candidate names in red and green for clarity, arguing the colored print would reduce confusion and guide voters to indicate their choices in accordance with the act and conditions.
A brief notice notes intercepted communication dated June 4 referencing The Logitiniure of West Virginia. The fragment indicates a historical cipher or alias, with limited readable details and no clear outcome or participants.
A vivid diary passage from New York recounts a day in June featuring socialites, dinners, and salon conversations. The author notes meetings with Elizabeth Young, Mrs. Sears, and notable figures like Alfred P. Sloan, Paul Cravath, and Albert Wiggin, alongside observations of Central Park and fashion details.
Washington June 4 A raft of rumors swirled around William Woodin treasury secretary amid White House turnover speculation. Reported conflicts with Senator Glass over the bank bill and Morgan insider lists spurred talk of retirement, though Woodin denied claims as publicity stirs.
The Gazette invites readers to mail in questions for a tact and knowledge contest. It outlines submission details, stamps for return postage, and print deadlines, plus a sample 1920s style quiz with varied topics from politics and history to geography and language.
Arthur Brisbane critiques government snobbery and foreign influence, cites De Valera’s Ireland arming itself independent of Britain, and laments U S and League of Nations dynamics. He recalls Oxford ranks, warns against appeasement, and critiques bootlegging and international sanctions. The piece blends political opinion with literary digressions.
The speaker recalls childhood moments and beliefs from the past with scattered memories of family, Santa, temper, money, and work. They reflect on growing up, aging, and personal quirks, noting past duties, odd fears, and odd social observations from youth. The fragmentary reminiscences include mentions of a two year old girl, a gray nail, and admiration for workers like carpenters and stevedores.
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