Hard-Boiled Attitude Risks German Jews Says Lewis
Washington December 24 Congressional critics question the State Departments sharp stance toward Germany after Ickes denounced Nazi treatment of minorities. Senator Burke agrees the criticism is wise only if it does not provoke unnecessary warlike exchanges, warning Ickes’ blunt talk could inflame tensions and harm Jews in the Reich. Senator Lewis voices fears for Jewish safety as the debate continues.
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Berlin declares Ickes affair closed after protest rejection
A German propaganda ministry spokesman said the Ickes incident ended diplomatically after the United States rejected Berlin's protest against a speech by Secretary of the Interior Ickes. The spokesman regretted that Acting Secretary Sumner Welles' rejection left a sting, noting the protest was not pursued further.
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Theatre tickets invite Mrs. Baker to Dixie or Strand
The Grafton Sentinel invites Mrs. Anna Baker of 216 Beach Street to tonight's pair of shows The Mysterious Rider at the Dixie theatre and The Divorce of Lady X at the Strand. Merle Oberon stars in the latter Technicolor presentation.
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Sentinel to suspend Monday issue for holiday
Publication of the Sentinel will be suspended on Monday December 26 for Christmas. All state federal and city offices will be closed and business houses shut for the holiday. Post office regulations will be in effect yet Christmas gift packages will be delivered both Sunday and Monday.
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Fire hazards of Christmas outlined in local notice
The fire chief and department urge careful Christmas decorations in the Yuletide season. They warn about extension cords and the condition of electrical toys and lights to avoid live metal exposure. Cautious placement of cords is advised to prevent hazards during observance.
Pope Pius XI laments Vatican Italy tensions
In a Christmas address, Pope Pius XI voiced bitter sadness over strained Vatican Italy relations. He condemned the mistreatment of Catholic action and the cordon of the concordat, criticizing Mussolini era laws banning marriages between Aryans and non Aryans. He also condemned higher-ups for provoking the vexations and defended Cardinal Ildefonso Schuster.
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Brazil Holds Key To Solidarity Question
Lima December 24 Brazil remained the sole American republic not signing the Pan American conference declaration. The Brazilian delegation, led by Afranio Mello Franco, refused the proposed text awaiting slight modifications.
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Silent Night Narrative Echoes in Bethlehem
Readable biblical passage recounts angels delivering tidings of joy to shepherds in the fields, announcing the birth of Christ in Bethlehem. The shepherds hurry to see Mary, Joseph, and the babe swaddled in a manger, while praising God.
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Bold Robber Is Captured In Pike Street Break-In
Lloyd Miller of the First ward was arrested at 9 40 by Chief A E Lockard and Sergeant Earl DeMoss after breaking into Keeners store on Pike street. Miller had ransacked the cash register taking about 40 cents in pennies and a .25 automatic revolver before officers arrived following a telephone tip. They entered the store without a struggle.
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Senator Lewis Predicts Early War With Germany
Senator Lewis of Illinois warned that the United States may soon face a coalition of Germany Russia Italy and Japan unless peace is secured through conference and conciliation. He said America could be drawn into a distant conflict if Asiatic powers demand abandonment of the policy excluding Chinese and Japanese. He urged reconciling differences with other nations and strengthening defenses to protect America.
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America
Employment Office Closed Over Christmas Holidays
Grafton office of the State Employment Service was closed today for the Christmas holidays and will remain shut until Tuesday morning. Stuart S. Whiting, senior interviewer, announces. Business at the SEC office is scheduled to resume its normal program on the day following the Christmas holidays.
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Shirley Temple Tops Box Office Again in Year
Shirley Temple was elected box office queen for the fourth straight year by American theater owners. Polls by the Motion Picture Herald show the young star drew more fans to her films than any other actor, with Clark Gable holding the No 2 spot since 1936.
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Somebody's Trying To Kid Col. Louis Johnson
Assistant Secretary of War Louis Johnson opened a Christmas card stack and read a line asking to buy bombs. He noted the writer claimed to be the inventor of an aerial projectile Germany adopted and turned the inquiry to the ordnance department for action.
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Battle Looms Over Hopkins Nomination to Commerce
Washington observers mark a likely Senate clash over Harry L Hopkins as he seeks confirmation as secretary of commerce. Anti administration voices may push a full inquiry into his WPA leadership, with plans to refer the nomination to the Commerce Committee for study as debate begins.
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Pearl Buck Delighted By Her Graceful Exit
New York December 24 Pearl Buck Nobel laureate in literature returned from Sweden proud of a graceful exit in the royal presence She recalled stepping 80 feet to her seat and said her exit drew more applause than winning the prize The novelist received 28000 dollars and the citation praised her epic descriptions of Chinese peasant life and biography.
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Revival services planned by Harmony Grove Baptist Church
Beginning tonight and continuing at least through next week revival services are scheduled at Harmony Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Henry Loring in charge and assisted by Rev. L. T. Harvey pastor of Middleville church. Services begin nightly at 8 o clock.
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War's hardest battle starts at Spanish front
In snow covered northern Spain two great armies clash on a single front near Hendaye at the Spanish frontier. Government bulletins and insurgent dispatches report intense combat as civil war actions escalate with heavy fighting and uncertain outcomes.
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Opposition to Roosevelt rail report prompts GOP pushback
Congressional opposition formed today to key recommendations of President Roosevelt's special committee on railroad legislation. Senators Wheeler and Norris pledged to oppose repealing the long and short haul rate clause of the Interstate Commerce Act, which bars railroads from charging less for a longer haul than a shorter one on the same route.
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Evangelistic Services Start Monday At First Brethren Church
Special services run December 26 to 31 at 7 30 each evening under Pastor Rev. Robert B Williams. He will preach Peace On Earth in 1938 on Christmas Day and a Christmas program follows at 7 30 in the evening.
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State moves to close up wild county
Governor Lloyd Stark orders Attorney General Roy McKittrick to clean up Jackson County and file ouster proceedings against officials amid alleged breakdowns in Kansas City law enforcement. He targets T. J. Pendergast and cites unpunished crimes, open gambling dens, and prostitution near the courthouse.
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Lloyd C. Stark
Roy McKittrick
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Jackson County
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Stark
Charles Gargotta
McKittrick
Three Are Bound Over To January Grand Jury
Three youths from Fairmont and Morgantown were bound over to the January grand jury by Justice S L Wolfe in Wendel on breaking and entering charges. Bonds were set at 1500 dollars each. The defendants Glenn Goldsborough Charles Auvil and Paul Burnette allegedly broke into a Maryland Coal blacksmith shop in Wendel and stole copper valued at 700 dollars.
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Maryland Coal Company
Explosion of Bomber Kills Army Airmen in Alabama
A twin engined army bomber crashed two miles southeast of Uniontown Alabama. Seven to nine soldiers died with seven bodies recovered in a 60 acre area. Major Warren Maxwell said the scene showed severe destruction and homes shook. Names listed include First Lieut James D Underhill and Second Lieut John W Wasco among the dead. The aircraft was en route to New York via Maxwell Field. Continued on page four.
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Christmas Travel Attracts Record Holiday Traffic
A large rush of Christmas travelers heads to hometowns seeking festive reunions and seasonal cheer as snow sleet and rain disrupt some routes from coast to valley. Conditions vary with moderate weather in the south and lower middle west while the far west reports Santa on a warm water tour. Continued on page four.
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