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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1948
Page
4
The article discusses a potential record wheat harvest in the United States with exports nearing last year’s level while domestic use remains strong. It cautions that world demand may decline as Europe restores crops and prices drop, questioning government supports and the logic of cutting production to balance supply.
Boston and Maine’s 13.5 mile Saugus branch may be discontinued after a railroad petition. The line runs five daily trains with 500 passengers on board, carrying a deficit of $64,000. Local patrons oppose the closure, yet many prefer driving over riding the service.
Southern legislators favor proposing a constitutional amendment to address the poll tax. They argue ratification by 36 states is needed, and despite likely defeat in Congress, a amendment could bypass Senate filibuster blocks. Some worry a simple federal act on elections may not endure constitutional scrutiny.
Insurance firms report costs for medical care vehicle repair and replacements have risen while accident frequency grew by about 4.5 percent. Despite higher costs the public remains prone to carelessness, a longstanding factor in crashes. A separate note recalls a strike depriving New York theatres of air conditioning and questions why more breaks aren’t available for ball games.
James Marlow reports Elizabeth Bentley, a Vassar graduate with a Columbia masters, says she became a Soviet agent after learning little American history. He notes her emotional shift to Communism, critiques school history curricula, and urges teaching both American and world history to foster informed citizenship and understanding of America’s values.
New York profile of Clara Lane known as Madame Cassandra, founder of Friendship Center. Details her career shift from horoscope readings to pairing lonely city residents, the role of her aide Mr. Chris, and the Center’s methods. From 10 years and 35 000 registrants, about two thirds married. branches in Miami Newark Atlantic City. emphasis on screening, shared faith, and cautious approach to divorcees.
Barrow, the village at Point Barrow in Alaska, is described as the northernmost settlement of the United States. The text notes livestock at markets that year reaching death or bruising and mentions a $25 million figure from 1947.
NBC and CBS schedule highlights include Eisenhower spoken by Jean Meegan, Rosalind Russell and others on CBS At 10 pm. ABC-8 offers Sound Off at 8:30 and Stars in the Night, with Tomorrow's Tops and Falcom Adventures. Weather and cooking tips referenced amid program listings.
Helen recalls a France supper and a rendezvous with Don as she weighs a dangerous path. Alec reveals John’s New York trip and Anne’s marriage while Helen schemes a winter move and a possible divorce to secure her future.
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