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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1939
Page
4
Excerpt contrasts a Biblical warning on the wicked with a scathing editorial note on WPA investigation at Taylor county headquarters. It argues the public deserves a full report, urges patience, and defends labor market economics tied to supply and demand for fair wages.
The article argues that four years of labor legislation distorted natural economic law, hampering industry and hurting workers. It critiques the view of labor as a priceless intrinsic attribute and stresses that wages depend on supply and demand, not benevolent employer "blessings."
Roosevelt denounces Ohio Governor Bricker over state relief efforts while Ickes and LaGuardia attack the administration. Despite the criticism the Ohio economy shows growth with trade and employment rising. Ohio Council of Retail Merchants notes Christmas buying up ten to fifteen percent from last year amid the relief controversy.
An Ohio newspaper backs Governor Bricker in deflating relief funds and restoring local responsibility. It cites 1940 relief appropriations of 10 million and warns the federal role has inflated the system into a racket while urging municipalities to exhaust local resources first. The piece defends Bricker against Washington overreach. It lauds Ohio as leading toward a saner era of government.
The article critiques Secretary of the Interior Hal Ickes as a sharp, outspoken observer who blasts Republican presidential hopefuls. It notes his past newspaper battles and predicts continued GOP infighting and jockeying for a nominee as the 1944 primary season nears.
The town completed a new pump station and machinery for the water system and appointed Frank M Keane as engineer ready to test mains once the hill tank is filled from the Tygarts Valley river. The article also recalls 1894 events and notable local figures, including Dr James H Love, pension examiner and Civil War veteran, and veteran Thomas B Allen born 1791 who died 1899.
Fabienne Seymour returns to New York to attend a school play and faces choices between a glamorous life and backing Ellen Chapman's plan to build a dance program for at risk girls. Bill Mallory supports the project while Fabienne weighs returning to her old world or helping the children.
The piece urges Mr. Ickes to let Republicans choose a leader to face Democrats next November. It praises Honest Hal and his fighting rhetoric while hinting at potential Democratic lightning against McNutt Garner Murphy and Ley. It advises Ickes to stay in his own field until harvest time.
The Workers' Alliance leaders questioned the president about the Minneapolis crisis amid months of anti ped eral disruptions and calls to modify the relief act. The discussion centered on extending aid and addressing widespread civilian distress in the city as officials seek solutions.
Republican voters are urged to support Fred Kelley in the May 7 1940 primary for Taylor County assessor. Kelley states his plan to discharge duties to general satisfaction and seeks voter confidence.
A note from December 13 describes a meeting of 35 deputies addressing ongoing problems. The report notes Deputy involvement and the group’s aim to seek solutions during the session.
Central Press notes the City of Phoenix in Arizona proclaims debt freedom amid a quip aboutOz references and confusion over current events. The piece satirically contrasts civic status with controversial wartime remarks. An editorial voice hints at public reaction to screen personalities and medical orders.
Final sessions of a two day conference reviewed claims clerks duties for the Unemployment Compensation department led by Cabell Davis chief of the compensation division. The event highlighted procedures for handling claims and introduced updates affecting staff in Turners.
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