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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1949

Page

6

U S Planners Face Years of Tension With Russia

U S planners foresee a long period of tension between the West and Russia as General Omar Bradley urges swift approval of arming Western Europe. Defense Secretary Johnson estimates four to five years to arm, with main early defense by Allied forces while the U S mobilizes. Bradley notes the Atlantic pact strengthens deterrence and outlines eventual use of atomic force if needed.

U.S West Russia Washington Omar N. Bradley Army Dedrlys Houge Foreign Affairs Committee Congress Western Europe Johnson Bradley

Acquitted plans new life amid Gary controversy

Swartz, long under fire from Crusaders, proposed picketing a well known Gary country club frequented by Women’s Citizens committee and Gary Crime Commission members. He cited a recent party with strip tease entertainment and high stakes gambling as an example of alleged citywide violations.

Tron Swartz Crusaders Women’s Citizens Committee Gary

Blueville continues page one notes crematory land contract

A local man who harvests sal page from Grafton homes hauls and burns it under a 90 day cancellation clause. The contractor purchased the land where the crematory operates and would burn at a new site if provided, but would not be obliged to invest there. Meanwhile a Taylor Board of Trade committee assists the city.

Grafton Taylor Board of Trade

Taylor County Fair Association to meet Tuesday night

President T B McVicker announces a very important Taylor County Fair Association meeting on Tuesday night at 8 p m in the County Agent's office. All members must attend to finalize plans for the fair scheduled September 1 2 and 3.

Coal Cost Investigates Safe Burning Spots Citywide

A plan explores all possible options to burn coal at locations that avoid disturbing residents in any city district or neighboring communities. Officials assess sites to minimize smoke, odor, and health impact while maintaining supply.

Settlement proposal stalled by Aliens Bureau and police

The article states a proposed equitable settlement for claimants has been prepared but not submitted at the Aliens Affairs Bureau request. It blames the bureau for inaction and the police for failing to provide protection, delaying resolution of the incident.

Aliens Affairs Bureau

Shanghai Consulate Gripe Over Extended Lock-Ins

A report cites the Consulate General refusing to negotiate under duress in Shanghai. It warns of a developing pattern of foreign representatives being locked in by employees for extortion.

Shanghai

Atomic material sources cited in wartime note

The article notes that the United States relies heavily on Canada and the Belgian Congo for uranium, the key material for atomic weapons, with additional undisclosed reassuring factors mentioned.

United States Canada Belgian Congo

McIntire Hurls 12 Inning No Hit Effort in 1906 Loss

Harry McIntire of Brooklyn hurled 12 no hit innings against Pittsburgh in 1906, but lost 1-0 in the 13th. Only four perfect games have been pitched in the major leagues since 1900.

Harry McIntire Brooklyn Cher Pittsburgh

Weather Report Notes Warm Noon Reading Across Regions

NICE AND COOL ONLY SS Grafton remained cool yesterday with a moderate 91 temperature while cities up north enjoyed heat up to 103. Last night's low was 66, but today the noon temperature rose to 97 with a light breeze.

Grafton

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