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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1950

Page

4

Washington March of Events and Government Posts

The piece reports a push in the House to require tax dodgers to pay taxes to avoid prison, and Kefauver warns such amnesty could let mobsters evade charges. It also notes Truman’s difficulty filling two top posts on the Atomic Energy Commission and Vatican envoy, with White House efforts and Protestant-leaning speculation for the Vatican appointment.

House ‘Ways and Means Estes Kefauver Tennessee Senate Crime Investigating Committee Kefauver al Capone Senate Truman Atomic Energy Commission Vatican AEC David Lilienthal Capitol Hill White House Myron C. Taylor

Judge calls house mother the sole head of American home

A Chicago judge rules a woman is the sole and complete boss of the American home, prompting bemused commentary on gender roles and media depictions. The piece blends quips from various readers, from librarians to scientists, on modern American norms and domestic authority.

Central Pr Chicago

Dutch dike history and fruit drink notes

The article mentions Haarlem's Eye Polder dike as a historic Dutch landmark and notes the National Park Service oversees 181 outdoor areas. It also describes a tea steeping tip for optimal flavor and highlights prune juice as a new fruit product sold in six ounce cans for three cups. An east African railroad expansion toward Kilimanjaro is noted in 1911.

Mrs Knabenshue Dies After Illness at Grafton Hospital

Mrs. Della White Knabenshue aged 66 70 of 524 Gay Street died at 7 15 am in Grafton City hospital She was born July 13 1983 in Braxton County daughter of Elliott White and De Lilah Stump White Survived by husband A B Knabenshue children Marget Spincer Iona Marks Erma Knabenshue foster son William Helms and three sisters plus two brothers The family provided limited details on the arrangements.

Della White Knabenshue Gay Street Grafton City Hospital Knabenshue Braxton County Elliott White Delilah Stump White Rs. Knabenshue A. B Rhutenshue Marget Spincer Bridgeport Iona Marks Milford Connecticut Erma Knabenshue William Helms Arlington Virginia Mavis West Virginia Floyd Ite Crawford Amy Weese Wayneville Verna Chapman Clarksburg Alice White Quantito

Outsiders Battle Over New Hampshire Paper Mill Town

A fragmented scene shows Amy Forrestal arranging a move to the South of France and Eliza Forrestal questioning family tensions as the pair discuss governance of a local paper mill valley in New Hampshire. Old loyalties, a will, and a looming clash over the mill’s future weave through a tense family dynamic.

Eliza Louie Pete Forrestal House Spruce ; Hin Lin Hespeth Phere Heath Elisha

A political joke about socialized medicine and doors

A satirical tale places a voter in a public building with doors labeled by gender age and health. He, loyal to Republicans, selects doors aligning with his views but ends up outside, highlighting partisan critique of policy.

Racing results and a duck themed meal noted

The report lists multiple hydroplane and outboard motor races with winners such as Arthur Brookhart Louis Schmidt Wilma Pride Helen Harris James L Thomas Robert Parker Dale Huey J B Harris Dwight Moore Bob Langwell and Carl Theiss from Fairmont Marietta Parkersburg Mannington and New Martinsville. It also notes a duck dish served with thin gravy and rice and a watercress and orange salad as a suggested accompaniment.

Arthur Brookhart Louis Schmidt Fairagent Wilma Pride Helen Harris Marriette Ohio HH Dale Huey Fairmont James L. Thomas Robert Parker Parkersburg Ted J. B Harris Marietta Dale Huey Dwight Moore New Martinsville Robert Brookhart Richard Furbee Mannington Bob Langwell Robert Schmidt Carl Theiss

Eliza Forrestal Takes Chance On New Hampshire Mill Duty

Eliza Forrestal plans to move to New Hampshire to manage a paper mill as her mother Amy resists. The decision sparks conflict over independence, love, and the pull of family expectations, with Eliza determined to find a life of her own despite fears of cold, isolation, and failure.

Eliza Amy Grandfather Mr. Talbot Army Forrestals Pen and Palette Percy Hitza

Peach Cheese Salad With Romaine Leaf Bed

Peach halves filled with cottage cheese make a good noontime salad when served on romaine or lettuce leaves. A well seasoned French dressing completes the dish.

Mrs Della White Knaben Shue Obituary Service Details

Mrs Della White Knaben Shue dies. Service is set for Wednesday July 5 at 2 p.m. Bartlett Funeral Home with Rev M Q Spencer officiating. Interment Woodsdale Memorial Park. Friends may call after 7 p.m. today at Bartlett Funeral Homes.

Della White Knabenshue Bartlett Funeral Home M. Q. Spencer Woodsdale Memorial Park Bartlett

Mystic Lodge to Hold Special Burial Ceremonies

Mystic Lodge No. 75 A F and A M will hold a Special Communication on Thursday July 6 at 1 30 p.m. to conduct Masonic Burial Ceremonies for Brother Otto M Sinsel.

Otto M. Sinsel First Baptist Church John Holt Clyde W. Ash Walnut Street Mystic Lodge No. 75 DeMolay Commandery No Knights Templar Mystic Lodge No A. F A. M

In Memoriam for George King One Year On

A memorial notice dated July 3 1949 honors George King as the beloved relative who passed away one year prior. The brief tribute invokes faith and remembrance for family and friends.

George King

Nicely furnished apartment for adults with utilities

Classified ad notes a five room and bath apartment recently papered with small out building. One utility paid. Inquiries at 1400 West Main Street or telephone 1556 M.

West Main Street

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