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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1948

Page

6

Grafton Sentinel editorial and office notices

Editorial policy and printing rights for The Grafton Sentinel outline Associated Press credits and local publication rules. Details include circulation terms, letters to the editor guidelines, and national newspaper representation locations in New York Chicago Detroit Kansas City and St. Louis.

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Budget Surplus Figures Prompts Debate on Debt

A newspaper notes a reported federal budget surplus near eight billion for the year ending June 30, but explains much of it is paper. 67 billion reduced the debt, 14 billion added to cash balance, and 3 billion earmarked for foreign aid leaving a small real surplus. The piece cautions debt remains around 251 billion and urges debt reduction even as the economy booms.

Western Front Unity in Berlin Standoff Tests Allied Resolve

U S forces in Germany vow to stay in Berlin while Britain also asserts commitment. Paris hints France may seek negotiation, risking unity with Britain and the United States. French stance could determine whether the Western Allies hold Berlin and influence Europe’s future balance of power.

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Where Do We Eat A Summer Trend Hits New York Restaurants

New York restaurants increasingly close for summer or large portions of the season citing tea shortages and labor gaps as reasons. Many report losses from lighter summer patronage and fear of eroding customer habits, yet some choose closing despite the risk. The piece notes a broader move toward shorter hours and earlier closing, with discussions on how customers would cope if all shut simultaneously.

New York

Why Not A Woman on the FCC Nomination and Other Briefs

President Truman nominates Frieda B. Hannock as the first woman to the Federal Communications Commission and she is confirmed. The note cites gender ideas and women's use of telephone and radio, alongside brief items on astronomy, baseball players, a Bible thought, and a stray line about a soaring hawk over cliffs.

Federal Communications Commission Truman Senate Frieda B. Hannock New York City

Convention Speech Fatigue Highlights 1950s Nominating Night

James Marlow notes the 1952 Republican nominating speech marathon in Philadelphia lasted seven hours with fifteen minute speeches and five minute secondings. Demonstrations between talks were long and loud, not boosting votes or clarity. The piece argues shorter speeches and fewer demonstrative moments would improve conventions and reduce fatigue for delegates and listeners.

ThoMfids Fats” Waller Philadelphia America Harold E. Stassen Thomas E. Dewey Dewey

Television in fall political campaign activity eyed

New York July 1 Television is expected to play an active role in the fall political campaign. Republican and Democratic spokesmen are surveying television costs and arrangements. No contract signing or rates have been finalized for tonight. Armed Services Review features Irving Berlin and Marlene.

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Armed Services Unification Runs Into Hitches in Washington

Washington dispatch reports deepening rifts between the Air Force and Navy over aviation roles amid unification efforts. Key clashes include land vs carrier aircraft statistics, back channel projects, and lighter-than-air ambitions. Truman West Coast trip sparks debate on campaign impact and congressional blame.

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Broad TV and radio lineup with wartime buzzy program notes

Still cleaning Myers, guests Dietrich and Burgess Meredith as MC for Aldrich Family. CBS and ABC schedules feature Dr. Mystery, Doorway to Life, and a James P Cannon keynote via radio. Western Germany notes push Western powers on Berlin blockade. no easing details given.

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City crews repair storm damage and debris clearing advances

Clear cool weather dominates tonight while tomorrow remains mostly sunny and dry with warmer afternoon temperatures. City crews press on with debris removal and sewer street repairs after the storm. Officials say two bridges in Hayes Hollow require attention and the road project will take about two months to finish.

Road Commission Hayes Hollow Soepora Long Line

Anne Comes Home to Doremus Estate in Hawaii

Anne arrives at Stone House, Doremus estate in Hillsdale Hawaii to meet Alec’s family after a long separation. John, Julia, and Dorénus greet her, while tension and foreboding mix with a sense of old wealth, lineage, and an unsettled future for the engaged couple.

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President Truman schedule unclear amid local reports

Newspaper notes confusion over President Truman's travel plans with rumored stops at Grafton and Parkersburg. White House comments were unavailable, but later reports implied the trip would keep to Washington, with implied daily commuting to a local quarry.

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Still Seek Continued from Page One Officials Describe All White Prisoners

Officials said all were white men and first offenders. Identified are Herman Kirk 27 sentenced to none to 10 years from Logan County in 1947 for breaking and entering Kenneth C. Hager 31 sentenced to two to 10 years from Logan County in 1946 for forgery Herschiel Morton Tinson 22 sentenced for two to 10 years from Kanawha County for larceny Wilbert Hayden Jones 20 sentenced to one to 10 years from Mitchell County for auto theft The prisoners were part of a coup of about 20 who were taken to the prison road fragment sentence references indicate a broader incident.

Herman Kirk Logan County Kenneth C. Hager Logarty County Herschiel Morton Tinson Kanawha County Wilbert Hayden Jones Mitigo

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