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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1940
Page
4
The Grafton Sentinel notes a Great Gain theme quoting Timothy and comments on the Republican candidate's advantage and connection with common people. The piece emphasizes godliness with contentment and loyalty to the candidate and their creed.
The Chicago Tribune outlines Willkie’s need to win the middle west after early eastern gains. It notes his Hoosier roots and ordinary man image, warns about cookie pushers and county seat influence, and contrasts Long Island secession with Midwestern voters wary of foreign wars.
Secretary Wallace says U S agriculture is in strong position to produce with less labor. He cites improved soils and methods and warns of shrinking foreign markets while domestic hunger and war relief grow. The solution lies in efficiently distributing abundant food to those in need at home and abroad.
Sonja Henie, 27, and Laird Topping, 28, wed quietly with Henie moved to tears by the kiss and declaring happiness. Henie plans to continue her career while Topping, divorced since May from actress Arline Judge, keeps honeymoon plans private.
Charles P. Stewart argues Japan uses diplomacy to press for expansion while Europe battles fascism. He notes Tokyo’s stance on Dutch East Indies and fears a Japanese bid for dominance in Asia and the Pacific as Britain and France strain. He critiques appeasement talk and warns that withdrawal could invite new world-wide threats.
The obituary recalls Henry Leuthardt Sr and ties to Alpena settlement in Randolph County with Swiss settlers. It notes his 1909 death in Walter Street, his move to Grafton in 1883, and Alpena’s decline and Bluemont cemetery burial amid a history of rail limits, migrations, and local industry. It also mentions Alphonse Leuthardt, postmaster of Grafton, and the Alpena colony’s lingering presence and market growth via Elkins.
In a quiet mansion library Jeremy Tucker guides Tempe Hyde through books on archaeology and poetry. Their scholarly moment grows intimate as Tempe kisses him and he responds, then recoils in shock at the unexpected turn. The scene ends with him fleeing to the hallway.
An old ad promotes bicycle frames by Morrow New Departure or Munsellman with color choices and coaster brakes. It emphasizes quality build and a full guarantee with easy terms priced at 22.05 dollars.
The creditors and beneficiaries of the estate of James Thomas Osborne deceased are notified to exhibit their claims with vouchers verified to the undersigned at West Main Street Grafton Taylor County West Virginia on or before December 30 1940 otherwise they may be excluded from all benefits of the estate All beneficiaries must be present on a date to protect their interests Given under my hand June 27 1940 J Guy Allender Commissioner of Accounts Lily 8 Adie ia
All persons having claims against the estate of Edward M Whites Carver deceased are notified to exhibit them with vouchers verified to be presented at the attorney's office on West Main Street Graf ton Taylor County West Virginia on or before December 20 1940. Beneficiaries must appear by that date to protect their interests. Given under my hand June 28 1940.
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