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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1941
Page
4
A jumble of editorial notes and features from Grafton W Va outlines subscription rates, Associated Press note, and communications policy, followed by a column celebrating Santa Claus and Christmas virtue. The page references historic events and figures like Washington and Paine, highlighting patriotism and wartime industry efforts.
The 1941 editorial reflects on Secretary Knox reporting the Pearl Harbor attack. It notes nearly 3,000 American casualties, two battleships knocked out, but Pearl Harbor intact and resolve in the face of aggression. The piece compares the setback to the Continental Army’s hardship at Fort Lee and emphasizes national unity and continued naval power.
The Wheeling Intelligencer recalls the Pearl Harbor shock and the public’s drift toward comfort. It notes disbelief at Japan’s success, beliefs of a secure Pearl Harbor, and the nation’s unpreparedness. It urges vigilance as civilians reassess defense readiness amid wartime fear.
Central Press columnist Charles P. Stewart weighs the likelihood of a new American expeditionary force, noting Britain and China favor supplies over troops for Europe, while North Africa and Spain emerge as principal ABF options, with Spain posing a potential route for Nazi moves across the Atlantic.
The May 1924 fuel saving campaign shows Monongah division saving 4023 dollars in fuel and improving freight and passenger service. Roads modernization via Wickwire road and County works promises scenic auto routes, linking towns like Haymond and Blueville. Old family lineages and early settlers are noted along with a new Wayside tavern opening at New Five Mile.
A damaged passage describes civilian defense measures and civilian organization for wartime contingencies. It mentions an airplane overflights, civilians prepared for duty, and the need for orderly, sane action to support active military efforts.
Susan weighs going with Mr Jones to tour the Dainty Diana Dairies farms on Long Island while Roy warns about distractions with Irene Carter. Irene schemes by tip to Mason Morgan about a fashionable gown and a New York companion, stirring gossip and a possible column inch. The pair navigate feelings, loyalty, and business pressures as they pursue differing agendas.
Informed men deem a robust plan essential to protect communities against war risk and ensure efficiency. The council seeks total public cooperation urging all able residents to register and be ready to serve as needed. It warns against complacency, stressing the ongoing danger and recalling Pearl Harbor.
The War department announced Vernon Ellifritz of Keyser and four other West Virginians were appointed as second lieutenants in the air reserve Officers' Reserve corps.
The United States Civil Service Commission seeks experienced workers and helpers for duty at Pearl Harbor Hawaii with pay from 75 cents to 1 30 per hour plus overtime, transportation paid, interviews and applications now being taken for skilled trades such as aircraft mechanic motors blacksmith boilermaker chipper and calker iron coppersmith crane man electric and radio and ordnance electricians aviation electrician and sound technician.
A fragment lists job titles such as gas cutter, radio mechanic, rivet heater, shipfitter, welder, and general helper. It notes no facilities for dependents, offers Cantonment yard accommodations, and invites interviews at 4380 New Federal Pittsburgh with details from the local Post Office or the Third U. S. Civil Service District in Philadelphia. It mentions leather goods by Cordova and a gift line from Skaggs.
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