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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1952
Page
6
A June 16 1952 feature shares a thoughtful message by J H Jewell stressing that true value lies inside the person rather than external wealth. It praises contentment serene study and inner vision over luxury and accumulation.
The piece laments Washington crowded with tourists while Congressmen retreat from investigations. It notes McGranery’s cautious stance as Attorney General, a Utah representative’s ethics probe, and the broader claim that partisan probes spurred by Republicans revealed corruption, then cooled as self-interest surfaced. It ends by contrasting Churchill’s reported willingness to trade with the Soviet with warnings against aiding a stronger Communist influence.
The piece reflects on President Roosevelt predicting 50 million workers and now 61,000,000 employed with unemployment near minimum. It argues wages and living standards are high, suggesting government leaders have been effective, and questions how many of the 61.9 million workers want a change in government administration.
Princeton NJ The Gallup Institute reports Eisenhower ahead of Stevenson by 59 to 41 percent in a hypothetical Republican versus Democrat race. The undecided group leans Democratic, and Stevenson’s divorce could impact support though most voters see qualification as key. Kefauver trails Ike in another trial heat, and Harriman and MacArthur are noted as divorced contenders in context.
A reader from Columbus Ohio lauds the Gazette for editorials exposing election corruption and defending American democracy. The writer argues democracy thrives on individual rights, participation, and vigilance against totalitarian creep, urging continued support for the paper and democratic values. James Tarrou signs the letter.
Traveling salesman Mennety E Porter of Loewensteine Sons Hardware Co. is described as a 43 year old born in Dixon Wayne County. Son of John H and Sarah Porter Mason, member of Ben-Herem Shrine, LA, and Methodist Church. Known for thoughtfulness and hospitality, he enjoys spreading good will and hillbilly music. Resides on Lee Street. Born June 16, 1952.
Inez Robb muses on Black Angus cattle overtaking society and the so called gentleman farmer. The piece satirically traces urban elites buying high priced Angus stock, flaunting country status, and hints at a political twist while noting the tale ends mid-page.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower heads into a crucial weekend with Pennsylvania and Michigan delegates amid questions on leadership and stance. Critics from wavering Republicans urge stronger stance against Taft loyalists, while Dewey looms as a divisive option. Eisenhower’s team weighs reshuffling managers as they seek broad appeal without alienating party factions.
President Truman hesitates to rebuke General MacArthur for political activity while on active duty despite a Judge Advocate General finding violations of Army Regulation 600-10 and the Hatch Act. MacArthur, named keynote at the Republican National Convention, faces potential removal from active duty amid the dispute.
Westbrook Pegler criticizes modern honors as hollow favors granted by semi public bodies to self interested recipients through politically driven processes. He cites the Victorian order, banquet culture, and a 1940s Williamsburg medal as examples where motive and prestige are corrupted by politics and fund raising.
Victor Riesel reports on AFL tensions over presidential picks and party alignment. Labor’s top ranks split between Eisenhower Taft Kefauver Harriman Stevenson and Truman supporters, with no unified candidate. The AFL plans to avoid purge lists, issue voting records, and pursue broad labor education rather than party loyalty. Maine and California races illustrate internal disagreements as leaders push for a more neutral, education driven approach.
Local items note Seth Henshaw's Jordans fueling Gazette baseball to state play and Freemont presiding West Virginia synod of United Lutheran Church of America with officers listed. Miss Emma Bartlett bequeaths Huntington home to a Deaf Association for aged and infirm. National highlights include Raymond Ortz presenting a $25,000 prize to Lindbergh founder of Paris flight. Foreign commentary critiques Paris calm in contrast to New York.
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