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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1938
Page
4
Editorial discusses radio licensing and control. Argues broadcaster control preferable to government dominance, warning of propaganda risks under state oversight. Proposes broadcaster censorship power with publisher-like legal responsibility for broadcasts. Raises common carrier idea if workable, else strict broadcaster accountability.
The Wheeling Intelligencer reviews the Wheeler Miller clash over Father Coughlin’s radio ban. It argues freedom of the press means printing what one pleases with libel limits, while broadcasting demands consideration of the medium’s reach and public interest.
The article outlines arguments for and against group medical practice. Dr Heyd warns fixed salaries limit patient choice and quality, while Dr Roberts cites flaws in indemnity insurance. The piece argues for paying physicians directly for needed care and cautions against collectivized medicine, noting human nature and the limits of flat-fee service.
The Cumberland Times discusses money management and the balance between earning and spending. It argues production is key to money for public projects, warns wage increases risk higher costs, and suggests business leaders must craft plans to ensure steady work and stable industry operation.
Two New York City doctors debated the merits of medical indemnity insurance and group medical practice before the Bronx County medical society. The discussion focused on how under an insurance plan a patient’s physician bill is paid up to the face value of the policy if needed.
In Rome discussions on the Franco Italian dispute surface. The Popolo Di Roma notes France may aim to secure Italy’s minimal demands before larger concessions or curb Chamberlain’s bid to mediate. I Giornale D’Italia cautions Chamberlain must address the Mediterranean status quo and Italian aspirations in any visit.
The article notes ongoing federal relief program funding with $965 million allocated to the PWA and $1.425 billion to the WPA. By December 27 about $1.15 billion of WPA funds had been paid for projects, with costs split among labor materials and administration. Officials anticipate the funds not lasting to February and expect a deficiency appropriation of $600 to $750 million after Roosevelt reconvenes Congress. The PWA has earmarked $200 million of its $965 million for 1,887 federally financed conservation projects.
The treasury announces plans for 400 million dollars of new money bonds due 1960-65 and for refunding about 41.6 billion in notes at higher interest, signaling a shift as rates trend upward from prior lows. Officials hold conferences to set terms at the lowest viable levels while debt climbs toward 40 billion.
Secretary Ickes notified the president that 6,250 construction jobs had been contracted under the six month start provision, with only a fraction of a percent likely to miss start times. The program totals over 1.5 billion dollars, allocating 36 cents to labor and 64 cents to durable materials like iron, steel, and cement. Crop yields rise in 1938 with oats and potatoes showing gains while corn and wheat dip.
A garbled 1930s column mocks Goering Hitler and political figures. It lightly notes press fodder on Wall Street and a Cleveland judge scolding pedestrians. It mentions European cold weather and a British car tour to the United States ahead of a World’s Fair.
Peaches Pomeroy schemes to claim a stolen bracelet at a Houston University Club dance while Thornton Holgate seeks firsthand liquor insight. Holgate purchases whiskey and dice then faces a sophomore’s discovery and potential police involvement, highlighting moral conflict and reputational risk.
The report shows 000 bushels from 32,000 acres and 3,264,000 bushels from the same area. The yield averaged 85 bushels per acre this year versus 102 last year. Tobacco production is estimated at 3,10,000 pounds, compared with 3,552,000 pounds in 137.
Fragmentary notes show a debate over protecting, controlling and regulating gambling houses in Chicago’s d ’To’ syndicate area. Mentions July and August murders, Kelly and Nash political ties, and a bid for a third term with backing from ward committeemen.
In the upcoming February 28 primary, former U S District Attorney Dwight H. Green faces former Chicago Mayor William Hale Thompson in a high profile electoral contest.
Richard Strauss, renowned composer, nearing 74, has finished two operas and begun a third titled King Midas in Sumatra. A Sel-dwelling tale describes an old soldier dying after climbing a tree while relatives chant below. An ancient instrument used for writing was the stylus, a bone metal or ivory bodkin for incising engravings.
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