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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1931
Page
10
Rumors from Spain's overthrow of King Alfonso reach Britain, sparking calls for parliamentary reform to turn dialogue into action. The piece notes Britain's status as a remaining monarchy and hints at broader political reaction.
The piece surveys Britain as a world power in decline blamed on ineffective politicians. It contrasts republicanism with monarchy, notes unemployment and industrial stagnation, and weighs the empire’s unity against domestic politics while pointing to bright spots in trade and international exhibitions.
Mrs Thomas F Dunn of Willesden England seeks an eight divorce after presenting evidence of a letter from her husband claiming he lives in Scotland with three sisters as his wives. The case highlights alleged bigamy and spousal betrayal as details surface in court.
Dorothy Dix muses on prom season and the social urge to belong, noting girls like Mamie or Sadie face family expectations and limited schooling as they weigh colleges, social sets, and stylish trends. The piece reflects midcentury concerns about status, education, and parental influence.
The essay argues against sending girls to college unless they show genuine scholarly interest. It cites financial strain on grocer, factory, and home, claiming many girls lack intellectual drive and would jeopardize family welfare. Dean Alice Waite of Wellesley supports choosing nonacademic or vocational paths for those not inclined toward study.
A brief excerpt urges thoughtful budgeting for families considering sending Mamie and Sadie to college, warning readers to weigh frugal choices and appetite against higher education costs. Dorothy Dix voices a cautious, practical tone.
In Rome the College Propagation of the Faith on the Juniculum hill, funded largely by American money via Cardinal Mundelein, features luxury amenities and a vast kitchen, housing about 800 students of 30 nationalities with telephones in many rooms. Excavations near Trajan's age forum reveal marble columns and walls, while Via Aventina uncovers Pompeian style villas and columbaria, prompting debates on storage of antiquities.
In a distressing note from the era, Doris Schofield of Seeds Eng Milss reportedly hanged herself days before her planned wedding. Her mother found her in time to intervene, saving her life.
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