A Charleston Gazette Opinion on Coolidge’s Presidency in 1926
The piece offers a critical view of President Coolidge, arguing he achieved little beyond a routine administration. It contends big-money interests dictate policy, tax cuts were congresss duty, and public praise overstates his real record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coolidge
Aatellites
Boston
Cal
Washington
Trusts
Menlonites
White House
Mellon
Federal Reserve
Elsim
Leisure Threats and The Call for Work Ethic
Dr. George Barton Cutten warns that excessive unorganized leisure risks national decline. He argues underemployment and a culture chasing thrills undermine productivity, thrift, and rational life as living costs rise and America risks losing world market competitiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mars
George Barton Cutten
Jawa
Revelations On Pennsylvania GOP Primary Spending
The Pennsylvania Republican primary disclosures reveal deep corruption in campaign financing. The Senate investigation led by Senator Reed exposed extensive spending by Newberry to defeat Henry Ford for the U S Senate, including a disclosed 195000 dollar amount and likely more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Senate
Reed
Missouri
Newberry
Henry Ford
United States Senate
Pennsylvania Primary Expenditures Stir Senate Reform Calls
The article details vast campaign spending in Pennsylvania primaries including Gifford Pinchot and Newberry with sums around 195000 and Pepper over one million, plus ward labor in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. It notes Senate condemnation of spending, watchword vote-buying, and calls for reform amid investigations into Pepper, Newberry, and Ware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Newberry
Pennsylvania
Gifford Pinchot
Gifford Pinghot
Senator Pepper
Joseph Grundy
Mellons
Washington
Pepper
Vare
Pinchot
Michigan
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Kline
Ardmita
Ware
Charleston Spirit Urges Unity for regional progress
A Charleston editorial extols the 1917 spirit of sacrifice and cooperation across Belle, South Charleston, and Dunbar. It argues united effort will attract and develop multiple plants, drive experimentation to standardization, and bring broad benefits to the valley. It calls for staying together, fixing on shared goals, and avoiding blame to win collective progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Belle
Dunbar
St. Louis moves to extend city limits to include county
St. Louis considers a proposal to annex the entire county, extending the city to 553 square miles and potentially becoming the largest city by area. The plan would reshape boundaries, far surpassing New York’s 314 square miles and London’s 417.
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St. Louis
New York
London
Faithful Presider Still Trusts Sun in Marriage
A fragment notes hope that the Presider maintains faith in the couple, praising the friendly weather of their union and suggesting continued support for the marriage.
Costly Defeat reshapes campaign money and borough news
The piece details a costly defeat in the Pennsylvania primaries and its ripple effects on party finance and New York politics. It notes massive sums spent to defeat a senator, reflections on party machines, and mentions real estate, Wall Street, and local borough activity alongside unrelated global commentary.
Prodigal Son Lesson Moves Town Drunkard
In a small Srotch community a town drunkard, after a stint in custody, begs for life and guidance. A dominie reads the Prodigal Son to him, the prisoner leans in and asks for the chapter to be read again, moved by penitence and the scripture’s lesson. Copyright Central Press Association.
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Srotch
Central Presa Associaton
Paris Fire Safety and Rain Sparsely Observed by Visitor
A visitor compares Paris fire safety practices from 1921 to U S norms and notes frequent open fireplaces. He watches a French fire drill with improvised methods, describes rainfall patterns, and lists familiar Parisian faces seen during a two day stay.
Arrest Twenty for Liquor Violations
Twenty were arrested for violations of the Prohibition law, reported by the Prohibition Commission. Twenty two are bound for federal court, four were arraigned, two to be tried by a grand jury, one pled guilty, and one held for a hearing. Moonshine and whiskey were seized in several counties, with most arrests involving small amounts and various forms of liquor.
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Wheeling
Lee Auurts
Aliph
Harrison County
Troopers Report Arrests Increase in May
State police records show May arrests rose to 1,204 from April’s 1,? total. May impound costs reached 12,866.84, about 72.21 higher than April, with overall expenditures and fees detailed in the May release.
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Devotican
Perrons
Atnte
Costa Impound
Atate Department of Pulije
Arrest Totals and Prohibition Violations Reported for May
The report shows 19 persons arrested in miscellaneous cases with fines totaling 4,332 and penalties amounting to 23,164.10, plus jail terms totaling 272 years and 9 months. Prohibition offenses add 17,100 in fines, 6,502.04 in coats, and 29 years, four months, five days in sentences. Road violations rise with 359 arrests, 219 more than April, fines totaling 2,200.7 and 3 years, four months, 20 days in jail. Fourteen cars valued at 2,600 were seized. Moonshine, whiskey, and beer losses include 615 kilograms, 7,132 gallons, and 67 gallons respectively.
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Showa
Mey
Another Scout Earns Eagle Rank in Charleston Troop
Charlesian boy scout Harris, of 1508 Jackson Street, earns Eagle after 31 merit badges. He joined Troop No 12 and has led patrols since 1921. Eagle will be awarded at the next court of honor. Other troop members receive commendations at the council event.
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van I. Harris, Jr
Jackson Strest
Troup No
Harris
Charleston
Starrin
Lust
KIEL
Scout Council
Inez
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Train halted by large tree on tracks near Charleston
A heavy thunderstorm drops a tree across the Chesapeate and Ohin train No 2 for Waakington and Itichmond halting it at 6 45 last MGNL. Debris cleared by workmen, no damage reported. Also notes exporters unite to ship agricultural implements to Turkey. Telegraph wire entanglement in Berlin rescue by fire department.
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Chesapeate
Ohin
Waakington
Itichmond
Ascot Week fashion and rain forecasts amid star American attendees
Rain threatens Ascot Week as fashion heavyweights gather for the big parade. Styles feature chiffon gowns and floral motifs with many American attendees and notable social figures expected to attend despite potential showers.
Exhibition Showcases 53 Paintings by Three Artists
An exhibit featuring 53 paintings by Achtor Wilson Mary Ashton Gallagher and Ashton Woodman Reolece draws large crowds at the Y.M.C.A. showing opened Saturday and runs to Wednesday evening. Works cover French Marigolds Tulips and Portraits with prices available at the Y office.
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Achtor Wilson
Mary Ashton Gallagher
Ashton Woodman
Y. We
Yentering
Mine Whiaon
Mia. Gallagher
Healers
Pbraal
New York City
Arieste
W.C. A
Mien Wilson
Toulor
Mem. Gallagher
Irittany
Urittany Chapel
Mrs. Tentere
Brose and
Glaaas
Lewisburg News Highlights Eastern Star Election and Local Events
Lewisburg Chapter No 108 of the Order of Eastern Star elected officers for the coming year at their Court Street home. The chapter, organized two years ago, reports steady growth and draws members from surrounding towns. The issue notes social events including a tea for Miss Dess Gentner, plans for a wedding next week, a young persons conference sending 17 parties to mold services, and a Greenbrier White Sulphur Springs outing for local business people. The Old Swimming Hole at Caldwell remains popular with warm weather and crowds.
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Robert Sydenstricker
Starmit
Ball Ware
Charleston
John North Caldwell
Lewisbure
Order of Eastern Star
Court Street
J. ¥. Donngn
W. Nelson
Tillie Skaggs
Claud S Mclaughtin
Campbell
Tremaurer
Paul Hogstett
Ming
Aura Crickenberger
Mra Hadley Skakkre
Aentinel
Howard Campbell
Sles
Kinda Kirkpatrick
Adah
Edward
Sydenstricker
Ruth
Grace Cornelie
Eathar
Howard Knapp
Marthe
Joe Miles
Slater Tuckwitar
Mras Etheat George
Magonic Temple
Mins Déss Gitner
Lisse ‘Thelton Russell
Frank Love
Lewia+burg
Meambara
Caldwell
Lewlebury
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Gaastte Company
Wast Virginia
MATS
West Virginia
Menmder
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GEO
David Co, Inc
Alt
Keator
Hartford
Chicago
Editorie
Rooma
Postomice
W. Va
Math Matter
Bronx
Antius
Amour
Penney Batty
Loewen
Apelect
Fame Party
Henniae Norah
Mic
Wim
Cran
Dawen
Landan
Farmera
Gnost
Borourh
Evac Ninig Journal
4Th Street
Matt Averuoe
Miami
Edmund Mayer
Pittatursh
Paycury
Jia Anga
Nan Crawford
Nelle
Miantonary
Mushidi
Kent
Crawford
Krant
Henson
Canasa
Wall Ar Rest
Canada
Hone
Honda
International Finance
Ofien
Kettinger
General Motors
Ahawa
Hurope
Wall Street
Boon
New York Central
Alvie
Hue
Hale
Ohio
Flo
Henina
Tevin Colm
Paris
Mr Neight Syndicate
O& McIntyre
Bais
Hern
Wrector General
Wit
Jena
Andre
France
ayKtem
Mehta
Inter Fe
Tony
Anil
Cherbdura
Whitle Pidgeon
Ralph Horton
Tommy Gyionn Frying
Line Iteh
Jed Kilny
Walter Lemerit
Suy O'Kden
S. Jay Kuut
Mane Fanny Ward
Jack Dean
McNaught Hyndtente, Inc
D. A. Terk
Chalemon
State Tas Commilaelot
Evan L. Warris, Jr
Jackson Street
Troop 11
Court of Honor
Edger A. Guret
Eugar A
Tolish Exporters
Tex Lea
Turkey
Eixty
Lando
Derlin
Tire
ASCOT
Dave
Vinck Jace
Mauven
Ancor
Uckele
Bisa Beatrice Hyme
Mary Lawton Baker
America
Mnet
Wiliam Milla Beall
Pillan
Melphin
Cama Canfield
Jamon Vai Alen
Mra
Wilson Iritchett
Burlingnore
Mary Hoyt Wi~borg
Mies
Ashton Wilson
Renfera
Lewisburg
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