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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1948
Page
4
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Labor complains as the Lords block a proposed measure to cut their veto, risking delays up to two years. The article notes the non elective hereditary Lords often oppose Labor or Liberal laws while Tory-leaning contentions draw royal interference fears and calls for a revising second chamber.
A fragmentary report notes a Tiwi diamond find in British Guiana amid prospectors from Brazil. It mentions vast waterfalls, including Zahl’s discoveries over 80 feet, and hints the region may become better known as exploration proceeds.
The Boston Chamber of Commerce backs a city manager system led by new head C. Lawrence Muench. It argues Boston has long been poorly governed, cites Mayor James M. Curley’s era and probationary terms, and notes Cleveland and Cincinnati success with the plan. Outsiders favor greater Chamber influence.
The measure to admit displaced persons contains controversial clauses, notably easy entry for Sudeten Germans. The piece recalls Konrad Henlein as a notorious Nazi figure and questions congressional influences behind the policy. It also notes the National Peach Council’s prediction of a poor peach year and ends with a remark on preserving natural scenery.
A brief Bible thought notes that it takes intelligence to be thankful for wise reproof and to follow the right road. It cites Proverbs 15 5 and Psalm 51 7 urging cleansing thoughts and deeds. Courtesy Press Radio Bible Service Cincinnati Ohio.
In Washington a provoking prelude to the fall electoral battles unfolds as parties spar over who bears blame for a 28 percent rise in living costs since June 1946. The debate centers on OPA's fate, Truman’s veto, and Republican reforms, with voters urged to untangle the blame before campaigns begin.
American officials disclosed that an XS-1 sonic plane surpassed sound speed, with speeds around 763 mph at sea level and higher at altitude, while rival Skyrocket projects from Douglas aim to exceed sound barrier. Debates over timing and research impact followed amid Cold War politics and labor leadership.
Today in New York the long Fourth of July weekend promises more summer TV. The networks plan at least a dozen new programs plus a presidential broadcast. NBC opens with George Olsen Orchestra on Life of Riley at 8 then Carmen Cavallaro Band and Truth or Consequences. CBS shifts Let's Dance to 10 in place of Vic Damone as he moves to 7:30.
Sunday listings feature added piano quartet at 2 PM NBC with Life and Juvenile Jury. Jane Pickens Music Variety at 5:30 PM. NBC 7 Let’s Talk Hollywood. CBS Mickey Rooney Newsnaper Drama to a Variety Program. Drattiadis ation seeds of liberty on CBS and NBC veterans segments. Saturday night encores include Curtain Time Worm Turns Sinatra and Hit Parade. quiz shows bloom across networks with several titles and times.
A. Jennings of Route 1 Thornton was charged with drunken driving after police said he struck a parked car on Maple Avenue near 10 45 last night. He appeared before Maz One by Jeffreys, paid a $25 fine, had license revoked for six months, and his 1935 Ford sedan was impounded for six months.
AWARD rPemains are commended for work with the Office of Scientific Research and Development. Presentations were made by Lt. Gen. I. T. Gerow, Rear Admiral W. I. Ainsworth, Fifth Naval District at Norfolk, Va, and Rear Admiral J. Carey Jones, Ninth Naval District at Great Lakes.
Anne forcerter prepares for marriage to Alec amid family dynamics at Stone House. Julia smooths tensions with garden talk while Madame Kingsley and siblings steer plans for an orderly future. Anne reflects on upbringing, independence, and the choice of living arrangement as the entangled family scene unfolds.
Adm Homer N Wallen commander of the fourth naval district in Philadelphia and Col William O Erickson of Andrews Field Md received a citation read by VA Dr Steward executive secretary of the Office of Scientific Research and Development The award references the National Defense Research Committee and the Committee is noted as constituting a link between scientific effort and military application The text also mentions Liverworts in damp shady places clinging to logs and leaves and a puzzle about how birds navigate some nesting plants used by birds.
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