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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
6
A Thought For Today features a Isaiah quotation about peace and knowledge filling the earth as waters cover the sea, accompanying the Charleston Gazette Independent Democratic Newspaper page. The nightly devotional note reflects the paper's archival religious text snippet and period tone.
The speaker argues against Roosevelt negotiating a peace with Hitler. Britain cannot be party to terms Hitler would accept, as his word is unreliable. A negotiated peace would mislead the public, hinder defense, and Britain’s defeat would empower Hitler to dominate Europe and threaten the Western Hemisphere.
The article envisions a future where all utility wires lie underground, ending weather hazards and unsightly posts. It notes the immense capital required, existing overhead investments, and progress toward a continental underground system engineered by AT&T. The plan spans coast to coast with 25,000 tons of cable and nearly half a million miles of insulated wire, enabling long and short haul telephone, telegraph, radio, and broadcast circuits.
The piece argues that American merchant ships should be armed as in World War I, citing crews with deck guns and the sinking of submarines. It warns that the Robin Moor incident signals Nazi intent to attack ships carrying supplies to enemy states and urges Washington to consider arming measures to protect shipping and assert freedom of the seas.
The piece reflects on Damascus as one of history’s oldest cities, famed as the Pearl of the Desert, and traces its ancient role in empires from David to Abraham. It notes recent Allied advances and mocks Hitler’s failure to seize the city, citing Atlanta Journal.
The nationwide civilian service program urges immediate volunteer registration and training amid New Orleans urban fire risks. New York’s two year prep for civilian brigades shows the approach, with 53,000 trained to combat incendiaries and sabotage detection. Building watchtowers and individual gear mark the “building brigade” plan, while fires from accidents and bomb threats demand readiness before and after potential attacks. Governor Jones may soon announce the co signal for personnel operations in the revised plan.
Huntington Herald Dispatch reports Kanawha county court warns justices of the peace to settle claims and keep accounts in order or face action. Following Cabell county steps urged by Prosecuting Attorney Quinlan, the court cites audits showing unsustainable charges and says it will not pay unverified or unjust fees without prosecuting attorney approval. The move follows a prior failed constitutional reform promise to curb minor judiciary improprieties.
Conservation Commissioner T. D. Gray proposes restoring Mill Jackson's Mill near the West Fork to depict boyhood life of Stonewall Jackson. The site now sits as a shell. a rebuilt mill could grind West Virginia corn and sell souvenirs to fund maintenance, attracting national interest and WV historical insight. The project's future ownership remains undecided.
The column reports A A Glancy leaving the OPM to study U S light tanks in North Africa and London bound, while John L Lewis faces a critical choice over purging Communists from CIO. It notes Denny Lewis issuing a charter to Local 544 and hints at internal funding shifts and factional tensions shaping the CIO’s future.
President Roosevelt frames the Robin Moor sinking as groundwork for future policy, holds Germany responsible, and seeks reparations. He notes the aim to resolve the issue of freedom of the seas, with a diplomatic note possible, shaping U S posture without immediate war.
Raymond Clapper frames Roosevelt's Harvard message as a firm stance against forced surrender of ocean access. The president labels Germany an international outlaw, hints at arming merchant ships, and seeks congressional support while observers debate whether words will deter or require decisive action.
Damon Runyon-relayed piece reviews a survey by the Association of American Playing Card Manufacturers in New York. It finds four fifths of U S families play cards with rum, bridge and other games popular among women and men. The column playfully notes city selections, omissions, and a quip about a deck of cards and a prank involving water in the ear.
A column argues President Roosevelt and Mrs. Roosevelt aided Communist influence in labor and politics. It cites the Labor Relations Board under Madden, CIO affiliations, and the Minneapolis Teamsters scene linked to a Trosky group, claiming official sympathy and suppression of free association.
A humorous column riffs on politics and global geography with parody about Dakar in Africa and a joking coconut theme. The piece mocks slogans and pretend experts, imagining colonial intrigue and a national coconut week debate.
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