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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1944
Page
2
The AP selects a 1944 Service All-American squad led by Randolph Field and Army with four spots, Navy seven, and heavyweights like Joe Stydahar Len Eshmont Otto Graham and Charley Trippi highlighted. The backfield averages 185 pounds, line 219, showcasing wartime grid talent across service teams.
The article warns of German plans for improved bombs and a potential V-3 strike on New York within the year while noting U-boat developments. It cites Roosevelt and Churchill on vigilance and describes underground factories, portable launchers, and uncertain Nazi aims amid weather and Allied defenses. It also briefly mentions Mississippi flood retreats and spinach origins.
The 1944 AP Service All-American list names Lt. Joseph Stydahar and Lt. Leonard Esmont among backs and linemen from Randolph Field Bainbridge and North Carolina Pre-Flight. Other selections include Jack Russell, Otto Graham, Nick Sisseff, Charles Trippi, Leonard Esmont and Glen Dobbs with several second team picks noted.
Sam Byrd, famed in baseball and golf, notes a key difference between the sports. He says baseball hours were easier, while golf demands day-long play and late night self-evaluation, contrasting with the 2 to 4 work rhythm he once had in baseball.
The Bahama Islands dispatched five thousand farm workers to the United States during 1943 under a State Department agreement. The move reflected wartime labor needs and cooperation between Bahamian authorities and Washington.
A moth of the silkworm species has lost its flight capability and now entirely depends on human care for survival, marking a notable change in its migratory and life cycle behavior.
Duke's 1944 freshmen and sophomores, led by George Clark and Tom Davis, staged a dramatic turnaround. They outgained nine opponents, rushing 1,700 yards to 1,093, scoring 201 points to 92, and defeated Richmond 61-7 before strong showings against Army Navy and North Carolina pre flight.
Senate foreign relations chair Connally warns hearings on four nominations may stretch long as critics press for fuller study. Chandler laments limited access, suggesting Harry Hopkins could offer more information. Debate centers on British actions, the Atlantic Charter, and whether six nominees with Wall Street ties should be confirmed.
Senate aides grilled secretary of state Edward Stettinius on war aims as he defended a cautious approach to foreign policy. He cited signs of disintegration among Allied bonds and noted continental spheres of influence. Lawmakers pressed on diplomatic and economic plans while resisting immediate admission of Jews to Palestine.
Russian forces report gains west of Dregelypalante and southeast of Balassagyarmat with control of Hont Varsany and surrounding areas. Front notes Budapest battles near final stage though strong resistance persists. German anti tank rings erected around Pest, Ujpest and Csepel. Brazil lists 21 242 miles of railways.
In New York on December 12 Willie Hoppe of White Plains faces Welker Cochran of San Francisco with the title on the line as the 10 day national three cushion championship concludes at the Hotel Capitol. Cochran leads with eight straight victories. Hoppe has seven. A Hoppe win could force a playoff. Standings after nine days: Cochran eight wins, Hoppe seven. Other players listed include Ralph Greenleaf John Fitzpatrick Arthur Rubin Joe Chamaco Miguel Marquez and Andrew Ponzi.
A fragment notes that an occupation document may be signed and kept flexible to cover unforeseen developments. It also references a flood in ancient China beginning in 2357 B C which lasted 25 years.
The Allies agree on limiting German industry to prevent war use while allowing production needed by Europe. The split among Hull Stimson Morgenthau surfaced this fall over ending German industry. Russia has pressed for war crime punishment and using others for rebuilding. The commission is compiling French British ideas with a likely agreement.
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