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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1932
Page
6
Fragmentary clipping from the Charleston Gazette Independent Democratic edition mentions Associated Press and advertising representatives. Reads like a partial masthead with locations in New York and Chicago and editorial notes, without clear news detail.
A brief 1982 morning column quotes a Thought For Today meditation by Edward Jack Appleton. It urges courage, facing what lies ahead with faith, and overcoming fear. The fragment reflects a devotional tone from the era and references West Virginia.
In a heated senate session Senator Norris argues against funding military training camps saying they indoctrinate youths with political ideas contrary to republican values. He urges delaying or cutting the camps to aid economic relief, while defenders assert proper administration and necessity amid budget pressures.
A clipped account portrays Charlie Gurtls at a party convention facing attacks over ridicule claims while contrasting him with peers like Abay Mellon Simeon Fess and Doak. It notes Mellon’s revenue miss and Doak’s alien enforcement as sharp, satirical points in a broader internal critique.
A sharp critique targets Senator Reed Smoot and the party leadership. The writer defends the party head as a flawed yet pivotal figure, arguing punishing a single party member would be unjust amid broader absurdities and failures of the era.
Four chief West Virginia railroads C and O B and O Virginian and New York Central join Charleston chamber of commerce to reduce round trip fares to Charleston for the capitol dedication. Valid June 19 to June 22 to allow state residents to attend and ease Charleston traffic with rail travel.
The West Virginia state board of education, blocked by court orders, plans to solicit new bids by June 21 for textbooks in reading, history, grammar, and civics. The move aims to satisfy legal requirements while respecting the court rulings, though critics say it undermines the spirit of the decisions and burdens parents who must buy new books.
Major General Jonn L. Hines, retiring at 64, will live in White Sulphur Springs after a notable army career as a distinguished recon officer. Born in West Virginia, the Mountain State welcomes him home amid statewide pride and reflection on native West Virginians scattered across the nation. A Roane County Reporter note adds that public salary reductions could balance the budget without tax increases, urging a special legislative session before November to enact reductions from governor downward.
The column reflects on the post Hoover era as Republican candidates, nominations, and public mood shift toward 1936. It notes the failure of Hoover and Curtis, previews forthcoming nominating battles, and comments on economic distress, mortgage woes, and public concern over European debts. It also highlights anecdotes from Chicago newsstands and a cautionary view of prosperity versus national policy.
A dated intercepted note from June 17 1994 shows a letter to Henry pondering whether Democrats could claim credit for lifting the low mood of the destitute if they accomplish what Hoover could not. The fragmentary text hints at political strategy and attribution.
Intimate diary style remarks reveal humor and reflections from an unidentified author. The anonymous speaker lists preferences and opinions on actors authors and public figures, notes social habits and travel memories, and jokes about clothing and etiquette while referencing figures like Helen Wills Mondy and Frank Buck. The piece blends satire with personal confessions, offering a window into early 20th century cultural milieu.
Readers may send questions to The Gazette Washington Bureau for fact answers. The page lists 10 trivia prompts with answers, plus a notice offering a Bulletin on Care of Infants in Summer, requesting five cents and uncancelled postage to receive the pamphlet.
Washington bystander notes shifting power within the Democratic Party as Roosevelt and Smith clash over leadership and the two thirds nominating rule. The piece assesses figures like Shouse Garner Reed Byrd and Ritchie, and predicts how Chicago will shape the 1932 nomination struggle. It also briefly mentions Tusko the elephant in Chehalis and Abyssinia gold mine exploitation by German geologists.
A reader review praises Dr. Logan Clendening and Dr. Thom for guiding parents through child conduct, youth behavior, and related health topics. It highlights books on adolescent development, early childhood, and mental health, with recommendations and an editor note offering pamphlets on indigestion, feeding, and hygiene.
A fragmented reflection on men and women note that men claim knowledge of women yet still seek comfort from them in trouble. The piece contrasts macho postures with underlying respect, suggesting women possess unseen insight and resilience that men rarely acknowledge.
A 1933 King Features Syndicate piece explores everyday distractions and misplaced habits. It advises cultivating order by returning items to their place, avoiding daydreams, and avoiding interruptions to improve concentration and reduce loss of small belongings.
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