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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1938
Page
12
The Charleston Gazette front page shows publication details for 1938 with the Gazette company, Associated Press note, advertising reps, and postal entry. A late 1930s thought prompts good manners in domestic affairs.
A historical note extols Nebraska for its low taxes and balanced budget, crediting the Nebraska Federation of County Taxpayers’ Leagues with organized county audits and public dashboards. It argues wealthy taxpayers in West Virginia should unite beyond politics to mimic Nebraska, urging cooperation, fair taxation, and avoidance of tax avoidance schemes to fund government.
The policy at New River State College aims to equip graduates with practical knowledge and experience for livelihoods. A class of 35 will study building construction from quarrying stone to finishing, learning to dress stone, make tools, prepare binders, read blueprints, and estimate jobs, then proceed through carpentry electrical work plumbing and other trades, preparing many for varied contractor opportunities.
Reports say two separate air disasters within weeks resulted from ground direction failures and faulty systems. Investigations question airline crewing and maintenance, noting pilots were highly trained but accidents still occurred.
The item argues for open reporting of air travel accidents and stronger penalties for negligent ground staff. It criticizes secrecy behind investigations and calls for full publicity to reassure travelers. It stresses banning flights in dangerous weather or with defective aircraft and assigns responsibility to flight directors and companies.
The letter writer denounces Franklin Roosevelt and New Deal policies, accusing the administration of eroding democracy, court independence, and labor rights. He attacks unions, the Labor Relations Board, and political allies, alleging election tampering and corruption while urging impeachment and leadership changes. Charleston, W.Va., signs off as Mrs. L. C. Killinger.
A veteran pilot Carl Woodford nearly struck a house with a low pass over Weston endangering his son. He now keeps a pair of baby shoes on his plane as a safety reminder. Tennessee launches free aeronautics lessons for 16 plus with five ground schools in Knoxville Chattanooga Memphis Nashville and Johnson City. Fifteen students per city, including women, receive extra instruction for private licenses. Five training planes funded and courses cover aerodynamics meteorology navigation and flight theory. Funds come from a seven cent gasoline tax shared between cities and the state aeronautics board.
Daily Washington Merry Go Round notes Federal Reserve Chairman Marriner Eccles urges Roosevelt to keep Congress in session a week to pass emergency railroad legislation. Advisers split on impact. some say rail bankruptcies would shock the economy, while others argue purification of rail finances is needed before recovery. Also profiles Hugo Black and Morgenthau remarks on trade, plus coincidences about Roosevelt’s Georgia trips and Sen. George’s voting.
An intercepted memo dated June 9 1938 contrasts the Eastern Panhandlers with the Charleston panhandlers, noting distinct differences between the groups and addressing a recipient named John. The fragment hints at regional panhandling dynamics and possible rivalries or tensions.
John Lightnee appointed state tour chairrean at Martinsburg West Virginia event. The announcement names Lightnee as lead organizer for upcoming regional visit and coordination with local chapters. Event details emphasize leadership role and regional duties.
The author argues that democracy in postwar Europe waned through inaction over devastated British areas and unemployment. He warns that fascism thrives where democracies fail, citing Germany and Italy's public works and closed borders, while praising America's democratic effort like the TVA as a defense against fascist ascent.
Dorothy Dix explains that old maids are not simply those jilted, but women who chose or faced barriers to marriage. She cites careers, finances, environment, and shyness as factors, noting many avoid domestic life or prefer independence. She argues being an old maid is not a single cause but a mix of personal choice and circumstance.
Readers are invited to answer a set of questions on varied topics covering government agencies geography law history and science. The page includes sample Q A items with answers about FAA Erk geography orthography tallest poker hand and more, plus notes on aviation, health, and historical events.
A New York editorial mocks Frank Hague as a ruthless local boss rivaling Huey Long. It condemns Hague for using the national guard to police a Communist parade, accuses him of graft and intimidation, and questions presidential inaction while warning of a slide toward fascism.
In a satirical column, Arthur Baer notes Maine’s political strain as Canada looms large and Gov. Barrows rejects trimming state borders. He jokes about map costs and notes voters in a forested Maine fringe feel nearer Canada than their own state.
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