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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1950
Page
4
Jessup addressed the 17th session of the Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia. He urged unity of peoples of the free world against Communist imperialism and condemned the Korean invasion as a vile assault on the United Nations.
The article notes Winston Churchill doubting a third world war is certain while South Koreans share concern over the Korean conflict. It mentions Moscow backing Korea and Russian advantages in names, and references a Senate study of a "Little Marshall Plan" bill.
The commentary dismisses “ess Writer ideas” to halt Communism as an early potential plan that may not work. It suggests tanks in Korea could act faster, and warns that propaganda is a mild tactic while the Russians could exploit celebrations like a monthly Fourth of July. The piece concludes that the accelerator is mightier than the ack-ack.
Annie Wilson notices Eliza Forrestal arriving at the mill to take over management of the family antiquities paper mill in Cranford. Tod, her son, struggles with late arrivals and musical ambitions while Annie plans lessons and support amid financial strain. Chris Cameron warns of loneliness and offers friendship as the town watches Eliza’s adjustment.
At a Grafton City Hospital talk, Jessup argued that the United Nations faced direct stakes in Asia and accused the Reds of propaganda. He linked Soviet liberation to imperial designs, noted Western retreat, and cited Southeast Asian statehood gains while mentioning U S chicken production rose 17 percent in 1949.
A draft notice fragment urges men who are not registered to report to the draft board. It notes the law requires men to register and outlines penalties for those who fail to report, hinting at the consequences after reaching a certain age or status.
Reports from Washington warn the Korean conflict will be long and costly with three factors delaying victory: fortified North Korean positions, collapsed South Korean forces, and delays in deploying American troops. The era’s first jet duel looms, pitting F 80s against Russian and Allied aircraft as jets rapidly multiply.
Eliza Forrestal manages the mill while contending with a stern George Culbert and a loyal housekeeper. Major the dog dies after Eliza feeds him milk, prompting Cameron to offer burial. Eliza agrees yet clashes with Culbert over workers and policy as she asserts leadership and questions a potential hire.
The article surveys early partisan reactions to U S intervention in Korea and its potential impact on President Truman and 1952 reelection. Democrats argue it strengthens Truman while Republicans criticize the administration as soft. Analysts note forecasts are uncertain and may hinge on future events.
A short reminiscence traces Richard Rodgers from early childhood to later fame. It recalls a seven night storm moment when Rodgers surprised his brother Morty in a Long Beach summer cottage doorway and a childhood flutter in Bernardine Kielty’s friend's ear with a moth and eggs.
All classified advertising must be cash in advance with a minimum charge. Rates vary by insertion count per word and require proper classification. Wanted: assistant bookkeeper and office attendant with friendly personality. apply to Mrs. Hulley at the given phone number. also seek a night short order cook at Parker's Truck Stop with contact number 9681-W.
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