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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1948

Page

4

Communications Policy and Newspaper Representation

A fragment outlines that letters to the editor will be published voluntarily provided they are decent and signed. It notes national representation by Inland Newspaper Representatives, Inc with addresses in New York Chicago Detroit Kansas City St. Louis.

Inland Representatives, Inc New York East 42Nd St Chicago Wrigley Detroit Penobscot Kansas City Board of Trade St. Louis Syndicate Trust

Revercomb Neely Race Probable in West Virginia

Washington dispatches report West Virginia among states where Republicans view the Revercomb Neely United States Senate contest as close. The piece notes plans to assist Revercomb, highlights Neely’s advancing age, and endorses Beverton’s five year record, especially his work on Morgantown Ordinance Works nuisances and the Monongahela River rock and dam project.

Morgantown Washington West Virginia United States High Command Chapman Revercomb M. M. Neely Neely Rmont West Monongahela River Senate

Party Line Science in Moscow Slows Russian Research

An article critiques Prof. Anton R. Zhebrak for abandoning independent theory to align with party doctrine on heredity and environment. It warns that political dogma impedes scientific progress, risking global loss as Russian scientists face renewed restrictions and potential censorship.

Russia

Keeping Secrets Protecting Journalists Sources

State Senator Thomas C. Desmond pushes a bill to shield reporters from revealing informants. He argues confidential sources keep crime reporting effective against racketeers and corrupt officials. The piece contrasts press rights with officials who may back criminal elements. References Babe Ruth street-name gestures and a Bible verse on wisdom.

Thomas C. Desmond New York Desmond Free Press Babe Ruth

Dessert trends heat maple syrup in a changing nation

A fragmented note notes maple syrup popularity since 1929 and cannab meats over vanilla ice cream as a dessert trend. It mentions the nation’s inhabitants and ranks 29th, with a 10 percent figure and Sunday dining context.

York

Public urged to probe atomic policy and discuss limits

Washington August 31 The Atomic Energy Commission faces calls from Herbert Marks and David Lilienthal for wider public debate and education. Officials say they welcome questions but cannot fund a broad program. Lilienthal warns understanding ABCs of the atom is essential to prevent misuse and ensure humane use of atomic energy.

Max Hall James Marlow Washington Atomic Energy Commission Herbert 8. Marks The University of Chicago Law Review Te Commission David E. Lilienthal Lilienthal Commission ABC National Committee On Atomic Information Atomic Scientists

State Economy Metrics Show Record Growth and Spending

State figures show gross income near 1.94 billion dollars, equating to 1031 dollars per person. Property assessments hit 2.417 billion, coal production rose to 173.7 million tons, and overall trade volume surged. Per capita spending after retail purchases stood at 432 dollars, with total employment at 617,000 and wages up 288 million from the prior year. Farm income also rose, signaling broad economic expansion.

Chamber

Lie Detector Used at Oak Ridge in Atomic Plant Probe

Oak Ridge Tennessee employs the polygraph in final products area screening as part of loyalty tests. Leonard Keeler disclosed the device has been used for two years to vet atomic workers. The House committee on un-American activities pressed findings amid Hiss and Chambers testimony.

Central Press Ashington House un-American Activities Committee Oak Ridge, Tenn Leonard Keeler Keeler Oak Ridge Richard M. Nixon California Nixon Alger Hiss Whittaker Chambers House Probers Chambers Hiss Washington Diplomatic Service Dhe Newsweek Magazine Elizabeth Bentley Miss Bentley Antike Chambers New York

Economic index and state income rise in 1947 report

The Chamber notes fiscal 1947 state and local government income exceeded 1946 by 25 million. The composite industrial and trade activity index reached 2322, up 32.5 points in 1947, the fastest year rise in 37 years of data. Historically, air and theater statistics appear alongside.

Network plans first sponsor for vote returns

A broadcasting shift is due as MBS says it will have its first sponsor for vote returns on November 2. The sponsor will pay for two hours at the regular network rate with extra time as a bonus, beginning at 9 15 and running to sign off. The hookup is expected to include 523 stations and local outlets may drop out temporarily for commitments.

E. Butterfield New York MBS

Wheeler place plans stir Andrew and Joan clash

Andrew Paulson contemplates buying the Wheeler estate for lumber use while Joan McClure resists changes to the house interior. Alec suggests a local lumberman and Beadle to mill timber as Andrew weighs finances and soil reports. At the Potts house Andrew prepares for Branfield social debut amid growing ties to Joan and Mrs McClure.

Alec Wheeler Place Andrew Joan Joan McClure Hector Caloufraix Beadle Jattice

Salute To Youth opens American Youth Month with a variety show

Tonight MBS presents Jack Carson as MC in Salute The Youth to launch American Youth Month. The program features Jo Stafford Alan Young and Dennis Day plus segments with Mr and Mrs North We The People and hits like Hit the Jackpot Cabin B 13 and more across networks NBC CBS and ABC.

Jack Carson Jo , Stafford Alan Young Dennis Day Mrs. North We the People ABC America Chamber MBS

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