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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1950

Page

6

St Augustine to Play Alumni Tonight at 8:15

St Augustine High School hoops clash with the Alumni team at 8:15 p.m. tonight at the St Augustine Hardware. Probable starters include Turner Beban Colon OConner Sandor and Daugherty for St Augustine with Alumni to feature Tucker Limbers Wolfe Waters Hyatt.

Augustine High School St. Augustine Bt Fobu Turner Bebanker Colon O'Conner Sandor Daugherty Tucker Limbers

Rumor of MacArthur Removal Denied by Press

The article reports that rumors of General MacArthur being dismissed are groundless and unsubstantiated, with the Associated Press stating there is no move underway. Despite some indignation, most sources deny any such action and dismiss the whisper as unfounded.

General MacArthur

Snowy close shave warns readers on sidewalk safety

A first person note describes a close encounter with a high truck as the car’s fender nearly touched the eyes and a snow bank softened the landing. The writer credits good brakes and a quick recovery, warns readers to clear roofs and sidewalks, and notes liability if injuries occur.

U S planes aid ground troops in China bombardment

U S planes and the navy and marine air support help ground forces in China, dropping fiery jellied gasoline devices as part of ongoing operations.

U.S Navy Marine

Mobilization calls split Congress over war policy

In May Truman pushes for all-out mobilization while some senators urge rapid action. Senator Richard Russell of Georgia argues for immediate full mobilization of men and materials. The administration backs a civil defense bill granting broad power if attacked, likely to face a different Congress. Wage and price controls appear imminent with Mayor Michael Disalle named price administrator amid GOP criticism of the State Department.

Congress Richard Russell Georgia 82Nd Tuffin Michael Disalle Torado State Department

Taft promises GOP support for the administration in crisis

Senator Robert Taft of Ohio vows full scale Republican support for the president during the crisis. Many in Washington hope former Sen Arthur Vandenberg of Michigan can aid in bipartisan measures like the Marshall Plan. Vandenberg was hospitalized again in Grand Rapids as his convalescence slows and recovery lags.

Robert Taft Ohio Arthur Vandenberg Michigan Vandenberg Grand Rapids Washington

Enlistees Courses Listed for Trade Skills Training

Students may apply to programs in automotive, blacksmithing, air compressor operation, demolition, welding, electricity, machine operation, maintenance, crane construction, ship fitting, and rationing related trades. The listing notes prior courses and eligibility for enlistment preparation.

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Senator Wherry Urges Tax Focus Over Rent Control

Senator Kenneth Wherry of Nebraska, a Republican leader, tells reporters in Washington that there is no need for a rent control extension and Congress should de vote attention to tax legislation and emergency defense appropriations. President Truman asked Congress to extend control til March 31. it expires December 31.

Congress Kenneth 8. Wherry Nebraska Washington Truman International

Early terms and sports notes found in historical context

Beatrice Webb coined collective bargaining in 1891. In the United States before World War II about four million income tax payers existed, now around 56 million. The Rose Bowl began in 1902 but was not a sound contest until 1916.

Beatrice Webb

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