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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1948
Page
4
Gail faces poverty and love as Brad Spence protects her from Sam's risky past. Sam, a bold correspondent, recalls his glory days while Gail weighs security against passion. Brad believes in guarding Gail, while Sam contemplates a future torn between ambition and affection.
Brad and Gail discuss love money and Sam Meredith in a smoky night spot. Gail refuses marriage while admitting she loves Sam and Brad plots a teed up courtship with his grandmother. The scene hints at gossip, future novels, and the uneasy pull of public attention.
Observers note Berlin dominates politically while Ruhr miners and steelworkers face housing shortages and high prices. Communism has lost ground there, despite discontent aiding radical groups. Berlin resists Communist influence, shaped by the Soviet blockade. Economic conditions hold back political fervor. the Berlin airlift underscores democratic aims. A higher Ruhr living standard is urged.
At Chicago's National Arm and Garden Show Karakul sheep showcased the source of Persian lamb coats. Exhibitors note American-grown pelts supply about half the market while the rest are imported mostly from Afghanistan and Bokhara Russia. The Karakul native range spans Hindu Kush with Persia and Afghanistan tied to its history.
Radio ventriloquist Paul Winchell with Jerry Mahoney could replace retirementing Edger Bergen and his Charley McCarthy on NBC plans. Winchell, 26, already co star on NBC TV with Dunninger, has 12 plus years in show biz after early start as a teen. Bergen to retire after next Sunday’s NBC broadcast, timing unclear.
Philadelphia dated dispatch notes 12 hours of talks between the NFL and All-America Conference ending without compromise. NFL demanded Cleveland and San Francisco, while AAC pushed for expansion to 14 teams including Baltimore and Los Angeles. Baltimore rivalry and ownership tensions added friction as talks stalled with no merger plan announced.
Lindheimer claims Baltimore ranks sixth in income among pro football teams while NFL and All-America Conference representatives met in Philadelphia to seek a common understanding. The joint statement said efforts to reach a satisfactory agreement were not consummated and future meetings are possible. Drafts proceeded in Philadelphia and Cleveland despite the delay.
Charleston's city card lists two collegiate basketball games Tuesday night with West Virginia at Arizona and Morris Harvey at Washington and Lee. The week’s echoes include WVU's 61 58 win over Arizona and a 68 67 MORRIS HARVEY win on a late George Kine basket.
Compact home cooking notes describe using a mushroom and pea sauce for leftover turkey with ingredients like flour milk soup peas and pimento. It also hints at quick Christmas breakfast ideas with orange rolls and safety reminders about electrical use near water.
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