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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1948

Page

4

Subscription rates and postal note from Grafton paper

A notice states weekly subscription rate of 90.00 for six months and marks the paper as second class matter at the Grafton post office. It notes the policy against letters to the editor and lists the Inland Newspaper Representatives offices in New York Chicago Detroit Kansas City and St. Louis for national representation.

Ma Tly Iarenes Grafton Inland Newspaper Representatives, Inc New York Chicago Wrigley Detroit Penobscot Kansas City Board of Trade Louis Syndicate Trust

5000 Mile Missile Dreamed By Air Force

An Air Force prospective weapon envisions a 5000 mile guided missile carrying an atomic warhead. To be viable it must evade interception, function after long flight, and be navigated by radio or autonomous systems, with safety and secrecy guarding the radio channel physics.

Air Force

California rises to third in population behind New York

Census Bureau estimates place California as the third most populous state after New York and Texas, with commentary noting its volatile political character may boost future presidential tickets. The piece contrasts Ohio’s historical lack of standout presidents with California’s growing influence and references James Bryce’s view on the “Ohio type of president.”

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A Woman for President Question Looms in Politics

The article muses on a future with a woman president, noting female governors like Nellie Tayloe Ross and candidates such as Mrs. Ferguson of Texas. It discusses women in Senate and Congress and compares potential female leaders to historic monarchs, suggesting public figures could shape acceptance of a woman in the nation’s highest role.

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Who Shall It Be Ormer Years Is Reviving

A historical party game asks which figure readers would choose for a ten minute conversation. Historical leaders named include Lincoln Napoleon and Franklin D Roosevelt, with Queen Victoria also suggested. The piece reflects on how even famed figures might hesitate to reveal intimate thoughts to a stranger.

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Mars not habitable says Dr Otto Struve

Dr Otto Struve of the University of Chicago told the International Astronomical Union that Mars has no viable vegetation, a harsh carbon dioxide atmosphere, and would not be inviting for human settlement given housing and living conditions.

Mars Otto Struve University of Chicago International Astronomical Union Struve

Bible Thought for Today Quote and Source

A Bible thought notes that the Devil may quote scripture and selfish men corrupt it. It urges following the spirit of scripture over its words, citing Jeremiah 23:36, and credits Press Radio Bible Service Cincinnati Ohio.

Press-Radio Bible Service, Inc Cincinnati, Ohio

Hiss and Chambers Clash in Dramatic Congressional Hearing

Washington hearings reveal two men cross accusing each other of lying while detailing shared memories from 1934 to 1939. Chambers claims Communist ties and a long association with Hiss, who counters with denials and inconsistencies in timelines, names, and alleged arrangements.

Max Hall James Marlow Washington Alger Hiss Whittaker Chambers Edward Herert New Orleans Chambers Time Magazine Communist Party Hiss State Department New York P Street 28Th Street Hisses Heiss George Crosley Carl Senate Crosley Harold Ware J. Peters Communist Chai

U S Prepares For New Cold War Crises And Jets

Central Press report notes ongoing crises drive U S preparedness. High priority programs include ready heavy bomber force, jet carriers, guided missiles, and a peacetime Army draft. Airlift limits reveal shortages of troop transport planes and plans to expand cargo aircraft. Supersonic pilot comfort and cockpit redesign proposals from Douglas test pilots are discussed.

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New York State Clothing Output Tops National Share

New York state produces more than 1.5 billion dollars worth of clothing annually, accounting for almost half of the national output. The text also notes demographics on child deaths and a profile of NBC producer Don Gillis.

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Wheeler House Bargain Sparks Farm Dream in Branfield

Andrew seizes a promising Wheeler farm offer near Branfield as he hunts for a suitable home to start farming. He negotiates with Eph Merwell and nearby property owners, hoping to trade land and lower price, while facing dwindling funds and mounting relocation pressures.

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