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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1946
Page
6
A June 6 1946 Associated Press item notes a first page mention of telephones offices and subscriptions in Charissida West Virginia. The brief includes a Thought For Today advising liberal judgment of others with equal rights to opinions.
The United States supports a 1.37 billion loan to France, arguing repayment is likely and benefits include tariff reductions and use of military bases. The piece stresses France recovery, democracy, and strengthened US friendship, noting elections and Gouin party signs of progress.
The piece argues that Western European communists would resist Russian dominance as national sentiments persist. It notes German and French communists diverge on Germany’s future, Italian communists oppose Trieste joining Yugoslavia under Tito, and nationalism remains a significant force in Europe.
The article recalls historic floods in Mesopotamia and how ancient Babylonia flourished via irrigation. It notes floods, the destruction of canals by Mongol conquerors, and renewed calls by Sir William Wilcocks for restoration. With Iraq’s independence, irrigation projects may revive the region as a fertile garden spot.
Washington diary notes a chaotic cabinet session as Truman weighs heavy actions to end the rail strike. Key figures Schwellenbach Snyder Vinson Byrnes debate timing and scope while Will Hassell struggles as chief speechwriter.
A firsthand account of door knocking in an LA block by a volunteer precinct worker. The piece contrasts retail politicking with wholesale campaigns, noting how personal visits shape trust and votes. It ends reflecting on why independent voters favor direct, name familiarity over sweeping campaigns.
A playful letter from Arthur Robinson in Volcano California recounts quirky local happenings at Gramp Barone’s ranch and birdhouse antics. He lampoons California life and urban legends while jabbing at New York’s supposed simplicity and sharing humorous animal misadventures.
A fragment from page sixteen presents an intercepted message with a curious reference to a British word and a description about an item of hair styling. The text includes a salutation dear and signs off with Yours likely indicating a personal note or cipher.
Hollins College prepares for morning commencement with two notable local women among degree recipients. In absentia, Mrs Lee Kenna completed her A B at Wisconsin and will graduate next week. she is now an interpreter in Tokyo.
A brief notice from the Information Bureau at 3 Bye St N E B Washington DC asks applicants to enclose three cents for return postage.
The document cites August 1945 Federal Executive Branch employment at 2,051,452 with 1946 figures unclear. It asks about alcohol addiction prevalence and notes a new Presidential flag design. It also questions Boston Red Sox win streak, Long Island Sound freezing in 1888, Army fingerprinting, and Alaska wife eligibility for joiners, detailing an expectation that wives stay with husbands in Alaska with travel costs if they return early.
Pegler sharply questions Sir Walter Citrine's authority on American unions, recounting past AFL leaders and associates linked to crime and corruption. He argues Citrine misreads labor law and cites examples from the AFL and Hod Carriers history to challenge Citrine's views on union regulation.
The dialogue portrays Molotov rejecting Byrnes sixteen proposals as Strewn aside by Molstay. Griffith is noted for a shortstop who can paste that ball, signaling a shift in diplomatic tone and baseball metaphor within the discussion.
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