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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1962
Page
2
Intercepted message from 1962 shows Senator Thurmond urging cheer, noting he may uncover a conspiracy in a different department. The note, dated March 9 1962, references Vigilante in Washington DC and is carried as a brief in page 1.
Washington reports on May 15 White House standards for planning water resource projects. Experts expect about a 10 percent rise in annual proposals to Congress and more multi purpose projects. Critics warn the reforms may loosen controls and widen pork barrel spending.
A compact English lesson explains euphemism against euphuism, mispronounced words like scion, and common misspellings. It defines inadvertence as inattention causing errors, with emphasis on enriching vocabulary by daily word study.
A fragmented POTOMAC FEVER item notes Dick Nixon securing the Republican California nomination and lauds a bright future possibly reaching the vice presidency. The piece mocks political hype, cites Adenauer on East Germany, and comments on a no stick skillet as a hot kitchen item amid broader noisy chatter about politics and economies.
The piece argues that Billie Sol Estes case taints both parties and implicates government stockpiling practices. It notes Estes’s actions spanned Eisenhower and early Kennedy eras, calls for accountability for involved lawmakers, and urges systemic overhauls to protect the economy and defense efforts. It also contends stockpiling smells worse yet in corporate practice but has received less scrutiny.
Robert R. Bowers, travel director for the Department of Commerce, notes upturn of national stories praising West Virginia. He argues for bold fall travel promotion, noting autumn color rivals New England and that WV should start now to attract tourists during its most scenic season.
A 17 year old convicted of reckless driving faced a choice between one month in jail or two weeks without a driver’s permit. The judge’s jail option seems far harsher than license suspension, prompting calls for a longer driving ban or court action if the decision appears unbalanced.
A reader argues the President’s attack on business leaders using harsh language harms public discourse and the economy. The letter contends the President wields influence poorly, harming markets and taxes while urging civility in criticism. The piece ends with a separate note praising Charleston officials for opposing Interstate 64 through the city, citing potential harm to local business and traffic.
Walter Lippmann argues that the April steel price crisis stemmed from monopolistic power in both steel output and labor, not free market forces. He urges a rational, government-backed public interest representation to curb collusion and prevent cost-push inflation, warning against direct price and wage controls.
General of the Army Douglas MacArthur, 82, delivers an eloquent, emotional address at West Point as he receives the Sylvanus Thayer Award. The veteran leader reflects on duty, honor, country, warns Cadets about political divisions, and recalls past wars and the civilian toll of conflict.
The article contrasts open and closed rules in the House. it notes how the Rules Committee sets whether amendments may be altered on the floor, framing the debate around procedural options. It reflects on oratory from Bryan and Taylor and on the broad theme of a changing world.
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