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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1951
Page
2
The Charleston Gazette marks 78 years serving West Virginia with a June 23 1951 issue featuring a Thought for Today by Tennyson on self reverence knowledge and control.
The piece argues against naive calls for U S attack on Russia and China, contends peace is possible with a strong but nonmilitary approach, and warns against relying on war to prove democracy. It reflects on the futility of blasting communism off the map and notes the peril faced by public officials like the Secretary of State amid political attacks.
The writer proposes inventive strategies to inform 200 million Soviet governed people about democracy versus communism. He suggests leveraging the American public, breakfast food promotions, and mobilizing Americans with European ties to write to captive friends. He argues Voice of America underperforms and calls for organized, creative outreach methods to counter Soviet control.
The Parkersburg News critiques The Gazette editorial backing a North South toll highway. It argues the Princeton to Fairplain path may be expensive and misaligned with traffic needs, urging study of underlying factors and fair regional considerations for Charleston Parkersburg routing.
Drew Pearson reports that a Senate probe could reveal a Kuomintang network in 45 American cities and links to the China lobby aimed at steering the United States toward war with China. The article lists San Francisco headquarters, key directors, and regional centers, noting limited Chinese American affiliation and funding via multiple offices.
Victor Riesel reports striking seamen plan a walkout that could cripple the tourist season as NMU argues the strategy keeps members paid and ready to bargain. Pressure will come from foreign travelers and international carriers, with 80 ships idle and war goods still moving. Leaders expect offers to surface, while critics fear extended disruption.
Joseph Alsop profiles a Yugoslav leader in Belgrade, detailing a veteran fighter tempered by personal losses, purge scars, and a break with Moscow. He is pragmatic, history minded, and committed to Yugoslavia’s independence, vowing to resist Kremlin efforts and fight to the last man if needed.
Inez Robb surveys how women cookbooks shape modern kitchens and society, highlighting Doreen Yon Hung Feng and Emily Post. She critiques male amateur cooks, notes exotic Chinese recipes, and praises practical guidance from Mrs Post.
Twenty five years ago June 23 1926 The Gazette LOCAL reports Clarence Burdette former municipal judge filed for Democratic nomination for Kanawha County clerk. Coal moved to Hampton Roads due to Beltish miners strike. Notable widenings include Hatfield Sproul grandfathers as John R Sproul's daughter birth and Adm Byrd Floyd Bennett New York visit. Foreign mentions Briands cabinet followers of Cailiaux.
Doris Fleeson reports on June 7 that a Taft McCarthy linkage dominates national politics. The piece notes Taft’s position as Republican leader and potential presidential candidate and highlights limited clarity from Taft on his relation to McCarthy. The inquiry signals a major partisan question affecting Republicans and national policy.
A debate over committee influence centers on McCarthy seeking a Policy Committee seat to gain power before next year’s election. Taft dominates the panel, with Senators Welker Jenner Wherry Schoep pel and Williams backing changes to grant McCarthy a spot. The maneuver aims to secure a role for McCarthy while balancing other assignments and party control.
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