Tax Cuts Sought as State Revenue Trends Worsen
The Intelligencer argues for substantial West Virginia tax relief amid rising state tax intake from sales and gasoline taxes. It urges economy in state government and possible exemptions or rate cuts to offset federal borrowing costs and fund defense programs. It also notes Spain's press campaign against Britain and critiques Western media coverage of international affairs.
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West Virginia
Wheeling Intelligencer
State Tax Department
Time to Investigate War Propaganda Tactics Across Nations
An analysis recalls how declarations herald war and how nations use propaganda to justify aggression. It notes Japan in China, German and Soviet movements, and Belgium risk, highlighting the pattern of rhetoric before decisive actions.
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China
Japan
Germany
Credo of a Citizen 1936 Declaration in Cincinnati Enquirer
A defender of Liberty pledges allegiance to American heritage and the republic. He opposes New Deal excess, centralized power, and regimentation, urging a government of laws, a free judiciary, and limited executive authority. The speaker refuses alignment with the New Deal.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
Republic
Washington
Flooding forces refugees to seek shelter after heavy rains
In Kaplan flood scenes Hurricane Mayor Gabi Maraist and residents evacuate on rooftops and by tractor pulled car. He recalls homes in the town floating away as refugees are sheltered in temporary facilities.
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Page One
Gabi Maraist
Kaplan
Roosevelt Willkie Pact Idea Sparks Debate on Foreign Policy
Columnist Charles P. Stewart surveys a widened talk of a Roosevelt Willkie policy pact. Politicians doubt binding terms, but editors and theorists speculate on timing, wartime aims, and whether a cross party agreement could steer US overseas policy through 1941.
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Stewart
Roosevelt
Willkie
Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Wendell Willkie
Wendell
Coastal Storm Drenches Texas After Hurricane Threat
Torrential rains engulf warehouses and public buildings as a tropical hurricane roared along the coast last Tuesday and pushed tidal waters far inland in Texas. One drowning death is reported for the week amid rising flood conditions.
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Texas
Farley Eyes Syndicate to Buy Yankees After Retirement
Farley, the retiring Democratic leader who left politics after the party's national convention, would head a syndicate to purchase the New York Yankees baseball club. A Coca-Cola official said the soft drink giant would not interfere.
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Farley Takes
New York Yankees
Coca-Cola Company
Mrs Margaret Martin of Grafton Dies at Shop in 1911
The life of Margaret Martin of Grafton is recalled after her sudden heart attack at her South Grafton confectionary and restaurant on September 30 1911. Born Margaret Forner in Trenton New Jersey she moved to Fetterm an in 1852 and faced early hardship including a devastating 1887 fire. She married William Martin and raised five children while rebuilding businesses on Latrobe and Grand streets and later on Grand Street South Grafton. Her daughter Mrs Fannie Ohley arranged for burial in Baltimore. The community discussed extending an overhead bridge to protect pedestrians crossing the railroad tracks near Grand and High streets. Also noted is the death of Mrs R M Parrish in Baltimore following surgery and plans for a new Grafton water system proposed by Colonel John T McGraw with city officials to study bids.
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Margaret Martin
Grafton
South Grafton
Margaret Forner
Trenton
New Jersey
Fetterman
Holmes
James D. Holmes
Baltimore and Ohio
William Martin
Kimmel
Latrobe Street
Grand Street
Fannie Ohley
Baltimore
Grand
Parkersburg
R. M. Parrish
St. Joseph’s Hospital
John T. McGraw
Grafton Gas and Electric Light Company
Tygart Valley
Jace Hill
Front Street
Benjamin F. Poe
W. O. Barrett
John Headinger
Wilsonburg
Barrett Street
Bluemont Cemetery
Republican Nominee Weighs Plans For Baseball Team
The text notes speculation about a candidate's plans regarding a baseball team and mentions Farley needing to decide himself. It references Roosevelt and an administration spokesperson and hints at foreign policy views and public post considerations amid an ongoing presidential campaign. The fragment suggests tensions over policy and public roles before the election.
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Farley
Roosevelt
GOP
United States
Actress Sting, Linda's Photo Prompts Rivalry in New York
Caroline, a model, discovers Linda’s engagement via a tabloid photo while out with a New England artist. Linda’s public image clashes with Caroline’s private longing as late nights, radio stars, and city lights pull them toward unseen consequences. The scene ends with an implied continuation.
Modern Refrigeration and Health Tips by Dr Clendening
The column extols the refrigerator as essential to modern living and outlines storage tips for meats berries and cheeses. It also previews first aid questions for vacationers and highlights a diet-focused study showing weight gain from eleven weeks of controlled exercise and nutrition guidance.
Willkie Rejects Wall Street Ties In 1940 Bid
In talks with editors and officials, Wendell Willkie defends his neutrality with Wall Street and asserts no business ties beyond a former leadership stake in a company. He emphasizes preserving democratic processes as democracy faces test, plans to meet Hoover in West Yellowstone and to attend a luncheon with Alf Landon in Elwood Indiana.
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Roosevelt
Herbert Hoover
Willkie
Hoover
West Yellowstone
Mont
Alf M. Landon
Lupecheon
Wall St. Charg
Rushville
Ind
Elwood
Western
Unit
Gerace 9
Promise i
Rey Sda
Campaign remarks on nomination and belief in outcome
A speaker reflects on personal belief and character noting surprise at nomination. He asserts the truth of the claim now and as the campaign opens and closes, stressing confidence despite external expectations.
Health of the industrial worker and national conscription
The text discusses the health of industrial workers as vital, noting national conscription and the role of physicians. It states every physician will be listed and can be selected for tasks they are best suited for, reflecting a policy approach to optimize medical staffing.
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Iet
Classified Sentinel Pricing Note and Policy
Classified Sentinel outlines rates at two cents per word for the first insertion and eight words per extra insertion, with consecutive insertions in regular column style. Minimum charge is 45 cents, and each initial and figure counted as a word. errors should be reported immediately.
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Sentinel Classified Advertium
Sentinel
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Chicago
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Britain
Madrid
Chile
United St
South America
Marcant
Une
Roosevelt-Willickle
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Adolf
White House
Taylor County
Ont Asia— Vetera Dletshimer
Carolinne
Linda
Caroline
Honey
Terry
Mina Nevins
Mina
Clarabell Ackerman
Pri
Ronnie
Clarabell
Jerry
Manhattan
Bertram
New England
Caroling
Dreas
Savoy
Harlem
Versailles
By Logan Clendening, M. D
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Maple Avenue
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