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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1939

Page

4

Phantom Cowboys and Lorena at Sundown Dance

In a rugged valley, Lorena Hamilton assists with camp chores while Shot Rogers and George Brazee plan to track Mexican raiders. At a chuck wagon lunch, Rogers teaches Lorena to shoot, sparks fly as he nearly confesses feelings, and the pair share a quiet, tense moment amid tension over a brutal ranch aftermath.

Rogers Tira George Brazee Brence Jerry Dale Crown Velley Lorena Hainion Old Jasper Jasper Lorena Lorena Hamilton Shot Rogers Mr. Brazee Shot Mexico George Bragce Serena

German-Russian pact renews faith in democracy

The treaty restores international confidence in democratic government amid strong propaganda challenging democracy and urging nations to doubt its viability. It signals a renewed commitment to democratic norms as global tension persists.

Road woes on U.119 prompt WPA repair critique

Residents express concern over the deteriorating U.119 stretch near Blueville despite months of WPA repairs. They question the road’s two year age, demand an explanation, and blame the Road Commission while noting WPA funds diverted from other county projects. Local pressure may affect the 1940 political view of the incumbent.

U. 119 Blueville WPA Detk Taylor County

Eye opener on Communist Nazi relations shocks public

The piece argues that Communist and Nazi groups have downplayed enmity for strategic purposes, noting shifts after the German-Russian nonaggression pact. It cautions readers that propaganda masked real aims and highlights how Japan and others react to the evolving front.

Japan Russia Germany Italy Preit Europe

Right to Criticize In Union Fight Tests Ford Policy

The Ford Motor Co refusal to comply with an NLRB order prompts a looming court test of free speech limits in labor matters. The NLRB cites anti union publications. Ford argues it was a reasoned appeal. The piece weighs free expression versus anti union campaigns, noting potential constitutional and democratic dangers.

Ashington Post Ford Motor Co National Labor Relations Board NLRB United States Circuit Court of Appeals Supreme Court Ford United Automobile Workers Ford Company Ranier

Public spending soars as Congress pushes record wartime era outlays

The article notes the 76th Congress, called an economy Congress, authorized 13.348 billion in current spending, a peak for peace time. It contrasts with 1991 32 and earlier, urging public sentiment to demand retrenchment and a return to normal government size.

Atong Yen Seventy-second Congress Congress

Scrambled Power Politics Warns Against Quick Conclusions

A Chicago commentary argues against hasty judgments on Russian German talks and a non aggression pact. It notes pre mature claims of a signed treaty, escape clauses in past Russo agreements, Russia’s possible diplomacy with England and France, and that modern treaties may be seen as scraps of paper. The piece suggests world power games lack clear loyalties.

Russia Hitler England France

IL DUCE Seeks Peace Amid Rome Berlin Talks

Italian leader Mussolini and Hitler conferred by telephone last night after Attolico and Von Mackensen relayed messages. The Rome Berlin axis faces the Danzig crisis as Italian press hints at possible peace while blaming Britain and France for the stand. Italy, with nearly two million mobilized, weighs war vs diplomacy and seeks a settlement through negotiation if others yield.

IL Duce Hitler Bernardo Attolico Berlin Mussolini von Mackensen Rome- Berlin Italy Duce Danzig Rome Great Britaan France Messaggero

Campaigns and leadership in 1880 Taylor county note

In 1880 political campaigning featured torch parades and notable candidates like Garfield and Hancock. Taylor county elected its entire county ticket, with Samuel Waller becoming sheriff for the first time since 1866. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad formed a relief association for workers families and retirement benefits. The Taylor County Agricultural and Mechanical Society faced deficit and sold 17 acres. old fairgrounds at Grafton faded. Elizabeth Doonan died, founder of local Catholic education, and Charles Stolzenfels influenced Grafton politics and city improvements.

James A. Garfield Chester A. Arthur Winfield Hancock Thomas A. Hendricks Old Compton Corner Court House Taylor County Harmony Samuel Hugh Evans Evans Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Association Arthur Sinsel Grafton Baltimore and Ohio Taylor County Agricultural and Mechanical Society Taylor Court George Keener John T. McGraw Abraham S. Warder Hiram Gaines Fair Grounds Floral Hall Judge's Yesteryears Elizabeth Pugh Doonan John Doonan East Main Street Elizabeth Pugh Doonan Allegheny Mountains Fetterman Thomas McGraw Grafton Junction Main and St. John Streets William D. Burton North West ,Vilginia Railroad Burton Elizabeth Main Street St. John Street Doo ‘Nan Charles Stolzenfels Hall Peace House Polic Inka Fle Bom Tiger Ward

Voter Tax Uproar Triggers Auditorium Riot

A tax on motor fuel and a new coffee tax sparked a 5,000 crowd to storm an auditorium, smashing windows and driving 100 attendees from the event. About 3,000 others gathered outside for patriotic talks as police and officials sought to restore order. Former district attorney Alexander Boynton demanded Mayerick’s withdrawal amid the disruption.

Alexander Boynton Bexar County San Antonio Mayer~ick Reall

Seek Recall Continued from Page One

A fragmented snippet shows a political report pledging to use all power to oppose Communism and to mobilize leaders and public support, indicating a broad anti communist stance and ongoing recall coverage.

Page One Cabbie 10

Police guard home after statement cited in investigation

Police patrols guarded his home throughout the night following a statement related to the ongoing investigation. Officers remained stationed at the residence to ensure security and deter potential threats.

United States Engages in Annual War Games

The text notes the United States undertaking annual war games, framing the exercise as a game to train and keep sailors ready for action, emphasizing a playful analogy to maintain morale and discipline among the troops.

United States

Streams Clearing Bodes Good Weekend Fishing

Clearing bass streams in most sections of the state gave promise of good sport for weekend fishermen. The Conservation commission said the South Branch and North Fork were reported mix but that other eastern streams were clear. The Elk Greenbrier rivers also were clear.

Charleston Conservation Commission South Branch North Fork Elk Greenbrier

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