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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1949
Page
4
A Grafton Sentinel piece outlines 1950 congressional landscape with Trumanite versus Taft Hartley lines. It cites Democratic control aims, civil rights debates, and labor positions while noting regional divisions and 1952 prospects. Also a brief scientific aside mentions carbon black in soil increasing heat absorption.
The Nation Today discusses the upcoming congressional elections and the pressure on House members and one-third of the Senate as voters approach. It notes the political stakes facing incumbents and the timing of the legislative session.
Terry, once penniless and renowned, marries Chris Russell from the wealthy Russell family after a whirlwind courtship. The couple honeymoon in Connecticut and then move to a New York suite, with Helen and Frank and the Johnsons celebrating.
Charles G. Corbin aged 83 died at his West Main Street home after a brief illness. He was born May 19, 1886, son of Henry B. and Nellie Fries Corbin. Survived by wife Lillie B. Lemon Corbin and three children Eileen Bishop, Maxine Stewart, and Charles Junior Corbin, plus two brothers. Corbin led the Corbin Band, joined Osiris Temple Shrine Band, taught music, and worked for Clarksburg Publishing and the Grafton Sentinel. He was a St Pauls Lutheran member and held Masonic offices including past eminent commander and Sentinel. He held life memberships in Osiris Temple and the American Federation of Musicians.
MINES CHIEF Continued from Page one forcement of the mining laws by the chief of the department of mines. District safety Director E. Jones asserted that our only hope for salvation is to get Alexander out of the department and get a man appointed to do a job for the miners. Titler also said he believed mine mishaps could be cut by about 50 percent in the first year in West Virginia if fire bosses had a free hand in examining and recommending safety measures, and the appointment of a mines department head not politically bound by coal operators could be assured.
The Miss America winner, Miss Mercer, weighs how to fulfill engagements through September. Jacque plans to continue as Miss America for her year, with no further comment. Officials will decide on any action once the schedule is clarified.
Daily crossword clues cover king with the Golden Touch to a city in Poland and cryptogram lines. The page includes a cryptogram quotation, a list of crossword entries with across and down numbers, and a separate cryptoquote puzzle with instruction on solving by letter substitution.
The University of Delaware will play 16 basketball games during the 1949 50 season. The article notes earnings from public appearances and endorsements near 50 000 dollars for a performer in a year and cites six golfers who won the U S Open on their first try.
Labor began after midnight as Rita Kahn left the Palace Hotel with Aly, son of Aya Kahn, who is described as a spiritual leader to millions of Muslims. Two police escorts were arranged for a speedy one mile ride, but Aly chose to drive Rita himself unescorted and hotel doors were locked to prevent followers.
Taylor county farmers were invited to 11 open sessions on feeding herd management pasture improvement marketing of milk and disease control. Anyone seeking the full schedule may obtain it from the county agent's Office.
NBC8 airs This Is Your Life at 8 30 followed by Great Gildersleeve at 9 Break the Bank at 9 30 District Attorney at 10 20 Curtain Time at 10 30 and Al Jolson with Bing Crosby plus Burns and Allen Tom's Abner and Sherlock Holmes Also ABC offers Lone Ranger 8 30 Sherlock Holmes 9 Buzz Adam Playroom 10 Lawrence Welk Show MBS Can You Top This and a drama International Airport 9 30 Family Theater Cobbler's Window and Newsreel at 10 15
In memory of our beloved son Harold Feu Clovis who died in the South Pacific four years ago on December 28 1945. Memorial lines express that memories remain close and dear and that though he is gone, his memory lives on with his mother father brother and sister.
Classified rates based on insertion count, minimum 25 cents, all cash in advance. Probate notices warn creditors and heirs of Fred B. Collier and Hanora Walter estates to file verified claims by specified dates, with court action to exclude from estate benefits if not filed. notices signed by John K. Burdett, Commissioner of Accounts, Taylor County, WV.
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