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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1939

Page

2

Stolen Auto Ring Smashing Ties Fire to Charges

State Police traced a ring that allegedly stole at least 20 cars in the Charleston area. Motor numbers were altered and Ohio titles procured before sales. Arrests include Robert Luces and Eddie Norman with others identified and waiving hearings on auto theft charges.

E-State J. H. Pillinger Charleston Kenton Virginia Ouna C.L. Walker Robert Red) Luces Sofatown Eddie Norman Federal Alcohol Tax Unit Fayette County Fillinger Norman George Edward Bus) Frazier H. G. Thayer Robert Frasier Grand Jury Jimmy Dodd John J. ‘Bumpus Stanley Hamilton Tee

Fourth Note To Hitler Reiterates US Noninvolvement

Stephen T. Early stated the president and officials would not act as conciliator, preventing any US involvement in European political affairs. The appeal to Hitler followed a telegram to King Victor Emmanuel, marking a fourth message to Der Fuehrer in under a year.

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Roosevelt Makes Appeal to Hitler for Peace

President Roosevelt warned of impending catastrophe and pressed Hitler to honor world peace aims. He urged both nations to refrain from hostility for a set period while seeking negotiations, and to respect each other’s independence and territorial integrity amid Europe’s tense situation.

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Rubber Mats Replace Concrete Floor Comfort on Laur Floor

A fragment notes that large rubber mats named Blonad cover parts of The Laur floor to provide more comfort when standing, replacing the hard concrete surface. The text emphasizes the mats' comfort compared to the bare floor.

War is Held Continued From Page One

President Roosevelt discussed preparedness measures and evacuations for Americans in war zones. He said the machinery formed over the past two years is ready but not maximum, and he noted he has not cancelled his October west coast trip. He joked about inquiries on European events and neutral mediation, and referenced Oslo activities by Hamilton Fish.

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