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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1926
Page
6
Subscription rates and publication details for the newspaper dated Monday morning June 7, 1926. Includes pricing for daily and Sunday issues, weekly and three month plans, and references to Associated Press copyright notice and editorials. The issue lists the Charleston West Virginia mailing, staff offices, and a daily thought for today referencing a Biblical quote.
The Charleston editorial urges courts to fix responsibility for bridge safety between the county and city. It argues the Kanawha River bridge must be repaired promptly and warns voters may pursue dereliction remedies if officials delay. It cites the Cavender ruling on city liability and criticizes primary ballot limitations.
Hon Henry T Rainey cites a Library of Congress motto to condemn ingratitude to public benefactors and to Almighty God. He argues laws favor self interest and highlights the burning sun that produced worldly gains. He criticizes the Federal Reserve system of Woodrow Wilson as countering financial buccaneers after World War I.
The piece argues the Federal Reserve system, forged under Wilson, shielded the country from a severe panic during deflation and Wall Street excess. It credits Mellon’s reforms and Wilson’s creation, criticizes Harding and Coolidge, and praises Cummins as a strong Iowa statesman amid political turmoil and election talk. It notes Wall Street bears and a Berne riot report as context.
An advertisement summary notes eight strong reasons for newspaper advertising including reach to daily readers, local trade support, national reach, dealer distribution, informing buyers where to purchase, instant start or stop options, measurable results, and lower costs. It warns non advertisers will face adjustment when competitors resume normal business. The piece also mentions political messaging and candidate impact in a late 19th or early 20th century context.
A long, crowded dispatch notes Wu Chang alliance in China shaping peace hopes, Portugal drops anti-politician manifest on Lisbon, and a flurry of international items. It covers violent acts in Uruguay, a 43,000 franc Napoleon hat sale, and Sweden's Crown Prince Gustavus Adolphus with vivid detail.
Intercepted messages reveal a dispute between the county court and city about who should pay for bridge repairs. The note hints at possible parties bearing the cost and mentions a key official or signer debating the funds.
A World War I era fragment shows a soldier writing to Lt. Heth By McIntock from a trench front to company headquarters. The letter, penned under shelling, emphasizes proper military procedure and language and ends with a brief sign-off from James Gordon.
New York Day by Day writer describes a Paris visit seen from an American traveler perspective. The piece paints Gare St Lazare, hotels, cafes, and streets full of color, noting varied characters, fashion, and the social customs of tipping and service in France.
An unclear narrative fragment about a girl who cannot decide where to go and a wind that lifts her dress like a kite. The speaker muses on unrelated family notes and a misfired action, ending with a surreal image of the wind and a man named Sheahan.
Fragmentary OCR tale describes a man returning to a farm after an accident, a wedding, and a death in a small town. It mentions Heriot and Grenittal, a failed marriage, bereaved relatives, and tragic outcomes. The text hints at regret and ongoing hardship in a close community setting.
A traveler complains about French manners and politeness, noting how polite behavior elevates others and lightens social friction. He recalls hotel staff, including managers and concierges, reacting with attention to courteous guests, while some claim dislike for such outward civility.
A Swedish writer born 1853 at Barbacka farm in Vermland, Selma Taiterof grew from a forest childhood to a celebrated novelist and teacher. Her works and life earned Nobel Prize discussions, Swedish Academy membership, and honorary degrees. Her public career began with a literary prize in 1890, with translations and praise from Carl Gustaf Solander.
Peter Traddle sits beneath an alder tree watching a white patch above him. Drops fall from it landing on his nose and in his mouth tasting sweet and sticky. He wonders if the patch is snow melting or something else entirely and asks questions that he cannot answer.
Derlin, June &-Whanelit and Louie Ferdinand, sons of the former Crown Prince Frederick William, enroll at the University of Hoan, the traditional alma mater of the Hohensolerns. Wilhelm studies tew, Lawla Ferdinand focuses on cultural letters but suggests a mix of courses. the forebear’s exile is noted, with references to Bonn Heidelberg or Leipzig as possible alternatives.
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