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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1947
Page
4
A column outlines that letters to the editor may be published freely if not libelous and offered for general discussion. Signatures are required and authors must publish under their own name. advertising representatives listed for New York and Chicago locations are provided.
Citizens of Grafton hear an open letter praising the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for employing thousands, funding a major power plant, and installing smoke reduction measures. The letter defends the railroad against calls to relocate shops, notes community benefits, and lists local B and O workers and unions supporting continued operation in Grafton. It reflects the period’s pride in rail infrastructure and modernization efforts.
Reflection on Leopold II living in exile in Switzerland after World War I and the Belgian regime under regent Charles. The piece weighs moral judgments of surrender to Nazi pressure, historical context of Belgium and France, and what Americans might have done in 1940 with full knowledge of WWI outcomes.
Dr L H Dennis cites a government backed GI Bill program transforming U S farming through veteran supervised training. Under VA guidance thousands of young men receive 200 hours yearly classroom and 100 hours on farm, with 87 percent owning or controlling farms. Over 200000 participants learn to use farm products in textiles plastics and more while studying erosion control insect control and animal disease treatment plus marketing and business efficiency.
National Planting Association sponsors a group of investigators examining why some manufacturing companies maintain harmonious labor relations. Key points include union acceptance, shared management duties, joint meetings to resolve production issues, and publicizing constructive methods. The aim is broader adoption of peaceful labor relations across communities.
Inside Washington notes Bohlen seen as likely successor to William Benton in charge of public affairs. Critics cite department PR failures during Marshall Plan and gaps in international information, as Bohlen’s Russia expertise and close work with Marshall keep him in the spotlight.
Radio and network activity picks up as Musicians Union lift allows co op sponsorships. ABC announces Boston Symphony Orchestra concert becomes co op January 13, with live music still under contract until January 31. Other listings include Truth or Consequences, Judy Canova and Grand Ole Opry, plus various dramas and quiz shows. Odorless marigold breeding and tribal customs noted with brief historical facts. Cuba area size compared to NBC and Louisiana.
In a Washington wedding chapter, Alison Van Dyke sits among guests as Teresa Hill’s sister Edna Castine and Philip Spencer offer quiet kindness. Alison learns Teresa and Sam plan a quick departure, while Philip’s reserved warmth hints at underlying affection. The night ends with intimate drama and a promise of continuation.
James Marlow outlines how futures trading works using cotton as a case study. The piece covers margin payments, broker roles, and the risk of price movements by October, illustrating how speculation aims for profit while highlighting the mechanics behind futures contracts.
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