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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1926
Page
6
A Charleston Gazette analysis of farm distress cites rising farm mortgages and bank failures as proof of agriculture's long-term low mood. It argues for the McNary Haugen cooperative bill and warns against vague relief measures while noting farmer anger and potential retaliation amid tariff-driven price imbalances.
The Charleston community mourns deeply after the death of the only daughter of a prominent South Side citizen in a fatal automobile accident. The piece speaks to universal sympathy and prays for comfort for the grieving family, noting the impact on trusted community life and the home that has long been a beacon of hospitality.
The Garden club denounces vandalism along the Midland Trail harming rhododendrons holly redbud dogwood and other flora. West Virginia newspapers and citizens urged to deter offenders and support trail guardians while reflecting on mercy in parole cases and Iowa politics.
Senator Ceppar of Kansas, spokesman for agricultural interests, warns that relief must be met squarely and effectively. He cites a 30 billion dollar impact on a fundamental industry over five years, arguing that such economic strain becomes a national issue and no other American industry could have withstood it.
In a complex look at Senate leadership, Borah's seniority could shift chairs between foreign relations and judiciary, with Norris or Johnson stepping in. If Borah stays at foreign relations, Norris would lead judiciary. if he moves, Johnson would helm foreign relations. Rumor links Butler as a New York governor candidate with Wadsworth for senator, opposing Prohibition alignment.
O McIntyre comments on Sinemir Lewin declining the Puliter prize for a novel of the year. He defends Lewin against claims of seeking fame, notes Lewin's global influence, and criticizes the prize selection group and “Pulitzer” press. He also reflects on art, literature, and personal recollections, praising Lewin’s principled stand and examining public perception.
Formal notice states Marcus Cohn, Charleston musician and violinist, joins Galperin music shop at 17 Capitol Street to head the instrumental department. Cohn, a former Charleston Symphony and Charleston High School Orchestra leader, brings two decades of local musical experience and will aid promotion of instrumental study. No other staff changes are planned as the store expands from a small outlet to a larger music house.
Charters filed yesterday include a Tulloway Amherst company Charleston and others. Names listed: Janda, Merkeley Miner Jr, V. Rity, Connor, White, Ade king of Charleston. Also William Oil Marketers Association Charleston and Incarnata tied to national operations. Dievy Realty Company Welch seeks coal mine development with Barker Harman and others from Welch. Noble realty and mining concerns appear alongside corporate formation actions and notes on capitalization and withdrawals.
Fragmented text suggests an article note about an event styled as Ping Day with references to offices, a capital, and various proper nouns. The readable parts mention tours, a broadcast, and American terms, but the passage is largely garbled with unclear names and dates, offering minimal verifiable details.
Congressman John K. Mendrick of Kentucky, noted for mercy, tries to help a young lawyer untangle a legal petition in open court. The judge loses patience briefly as Mendrick jokes that the attorney cannot proceed due to lack of funds. Copyright Central Pro association.
In Charleston, Arn. F. M. Staunton hosted a bridge and porch party at her home with a long list of attendees. Mrs. Wally, Mrs. J. A. Thayer, Mrs. F. W. Abney, and numerous others joined, while Miss All Staunton won the highest score in a separate gathering. The event featured community guests, musical drama notes, and a variety of social duties across several households.
In Kentucky mines a breakthrough safety method called rock dusting reduced coal dust explosions. John Jones, nicknamed Rock Dusting, popularized the practice after studying in Illinois and then guiding adoption of rock dusting in 1917. The process involves blasting inert dust into workings to form a barrier that limits flame spread and confines explosions to small areas.
A reader letter condemns vandalism of wildflowers and trees by town youths for decorating automobiles. It urges towns to refuse purchases and highlights ownership rights and moral duty to protect nature. A London note reports a government protest over the Soviet gas strike crisis in Britain.
Numerous officials and firms are cited as filing and conducting business across Ohio and West Virginia. The Central Automatic Sprinter company, with main offices on Delancey Street in Philadelphia, sought registration in Bellaire and Wheelins, while other figures like J. Summers and T. Taylor travel for educational and state affairs.
A damaged OCR piece describes a street scene in New York where grifters operate openly, offering services at cut rates. It recalls a day near Broadway with a car battery trouble scam, a policeman on duty, and a mysterious Ohio motorist who fixes the problem and departs with tea. The item references casual theft by charm and the hustler economy in holiday crowds.
A silver service valued at three million marks that Germany promised to the crown prince Frederick and his wife on their twenty-fifth anniversary faces a stalemate as over a hundred cities dispute its form. Some propose gifting the collection to Berlin’s museum as delays stretch into days before the anniversary.
New York June 12 The Lit tim theater movement seeks real artists within its ranks not weak pro careers. Walter Wartwig, originator of the Little theater tournaments, says groups could tour nationwide and build excellence in the wooden drama. He criticizes Broadway as overcommercialized and urges developments for actors, playwrights, directors, and managers through the Little theater system.
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