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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1958
Page
2
The piece argues American commercial aviation remains unprofitable despite rapid fleet expansion. It cites 1957 ticket revenue of 1.43 billion with net profit dropping to 1.57 percent, blames a fare policy, and notes rivals like Russia push jetliners and expansion. It warns unless funding is secured, the U S could cede leadership in global air travel to the Soviets.
A dated 1958 letter asks Denny where a level spot can be found for practicing, indicating a concern with suitable terrain. The missive shows personal correspondence likely among students or players seeking suitable space.
Sherman Adams wife of a Washington figure asserts that expensive gifts to her husband were not improper. She cites a $2400 rug a $700 coat and $2000 hotel stays as outward signs of a long friendship with industrialist Bernard Goldfine. The two families have exchanged gifts for years.
James Reston comments on Boston in an unusually odd piece about the city known for the Bean and the Cod. He notes conversations among locals and observers, referencing Adamses and Goldfines in a reflective, witty tone.
A critical look at stock option plans for executives, illustrating with Halitosis Unlimited and ALCOA. The piece explains built in profits when options are set below market and notes the asymmetry favoring management over ordinary stockholders. It highlights voting rights and past option schemes.
In a cautionary briefing, Drew Pearson outlines Lebanon's revolt as a potential Korea-like crisis. US and British forces prepare airlift plans from Germany and Cyprus while the Sixth Fleet and Marines stay ready. Nasser scolds the US envoy, and London and Washington coordinate Lebanon strategy amid fragmented rebel groups and Iraqi Turkish troop options.
The author recalls a 10 to 12 year old push for a new party named Conservative Anarchists aimed at nonpartisan reform. He criticizes Washington corruption and New York City real estate deals under Mayor Wagner, arguing both major parties sustain “gimme” and “gotcha” politics and endorses a fresh nonpartisan movement.
A reflective piece recounts Jesus calling Peter and Andrew from the Sea of Galilee to become fishers of men. The narrative contrasts ancient mission with modern echoes along Galilee’s shore, noting fishermen at work and symbolic imagery of water and nature.
Editorials across the nation split over Sherman Adams amid gifts from Bernard Goldfine. Pro Eisenhower papers urged resignation to heal ethics concerns. anti Eisenhower papers warned Adams could hurt Republicans and suggested removal. Some supported Adams staying, praising his energy and loyalty to the President.
Short aphorism urging personal effort toward universal good. The message attributes a quote to KH.T and emphasizes improving the world by contributing one bit of effort.
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