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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1940

Page

4

Democrats Adverse To Straw Vote Polls And Here Is Why

Stewart argues that organized straw polls are criticized by Democrats as biased against Roosevelt, while Republicans welcome them if favorable. The piece cites Gallup polls predicting smaller margins for the New Deal, discusses voting laws, and contrasts straw polls with compulsory voting in Argentina as a broader political point.

Stewart Charles P. Stewart Central Press Washington George Gallup American Institute of Public Opinion Gallup Argentine Argentina Vous United States

Roosevelt and the Reds in the New Deal Era

A critical column attacks the Roosevelt administration accusing it of employing Communists, aiding Russia, halting aviation gasoline sales to England, and using Mrs. Roosevelt to bolster a Communist guild. It cites Westbrook Pegler and the Charleston Gazette, and notes a West Virginia campaign context urging the Republican party to regain power.

Republican Party Willkie Philadelphia West Virginia Charleston Roosevelt REDS New Deal Administration New Deal England Russia U. S Finland Miss Perkins Rosevelt Newspaper Guild Pegler Wheeling Intelligencer Rest Virginia

Switzer land a steady rock amid totalitarian flood

A Morgantown Post piece praises Switzer land as a firm, immovable presence in a time described as a flood of totalitarianism. The editorial frames Switzer land as a beacon of resilience and stability against sweeping change.

Morgantown Post Switzerland

Switzerland Remains Free Amid War and Threats

Switzerland, a democracy surrounded by totalitarian regimes, maintains freedom and unity among German French Italian cultures. Despite 70 percent German speakers, the nation thrives on export and import trade, with a small, capable army and resilient spirit. The piece notes wartime peace, patriotism, and social progress as Britain reports German air raids and losses in the Battle of Britain era.

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Passing of John Kenny Marks Longtime Grafton Figure

The history notes John Kenny died at his West Main Street home on December 6 1911, recalling his Irish birth in 1843 and a life with Baltimore and Ohio railroad and Grafton yards. He helped lay tracks, married Mary Darmody in a historic Catholic ceremony, watched churches and homes rise and fall, and ended supervising water mains and early sewer work before the 1898 church razing for St Augustine school.

John Kenny West Main Street Grafton Ireland United States Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Ohio River Baltimore and Ohio North West Virginia Railroad John M. Thayer Arch C. Love Fetterman Baltimore Denver Colorado Grafton and Greenbriar Railroad Grafton and Greenbriar Old Round House Kenny Mary Darmody Newburgh New York St. Augustine Catholic School Patrick Connolly Latrobe Street Luke Cain Main and McGrawalley Mary Darmody Kenny

Murder at Bagley Models Ends in Tragic Death

Linda discovers Clarabell Ackerman shot dead at the Bagley Models agency and, amid alarm, aides the police as they search for a killer. Elevator boy Joe and night watchman help keep Linda safe while detectives collect evidence, question witnesses, and fingerprint suspects. The investigation probes possible motives and threats toward Linda.

Linda Bagley Models’ Agency Clarabell Ackerman Clarabell Panhe Caroline Mina Nevina Joe Night Watchman Mr. Parrish Mr. Bagley Miss Acker Miss Avery Miss Ackerman Commissioner of Police Met Mina Avery Ronnie Bos

German Bomb Raids Expand As RAF Fights Back

Mass air raids over southeastern towns leave at least 10 dead as German pilots press as mobs of 50 to over 100 dive across the channel. Spitfires and Hurricanes clash above the clouds while civilians and soldiers endure bombing from Portsmouth to Dover in a grim air war.

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Army Head Continued From Page One

Army Head notes that goals remain unrealized as ministers pledged to fill vacancies after wartime service. Jenzies said temporary appointees would replace the departed ministers, while Parliament would adjourn immediately after the session tomorrow.

Army Head Jenzies

Birthdays Are Important and Gifts are Constant Reminders

A prompt about the significance of birthdays and thoughtful gifts prompts readers to reflect on a birthday occurring this month in their home, highlighting affection and forethought as the core message.

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