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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1947
Page
4
Students and parents debate the value of a degree as prestige fades. The piece notes many ex-G. 17s are using their college opportunities seriously, with fewer uninformed alumni and a shift away from old notions of college life.
James Marlow reports on Congress and the Truman commission debating universal service. The presidents commission proposes about a year of military training to prepare for a possible sneak attack and outlines eight steps for a national defense program. Republican lawmakers issue their parallel eight-step study, avoiding direct endorsement of universal or compulsory training. The timing remains uncertain as Congress heads into summer.
In a sunlit bedroom decorated in peach and ivory, Val lies awake after a quarrel with Wade, her husband of years. She recalls their honeymoon glamour and Wade's wish for a child, clashing with her fear of losing their carefree life.
In Grafton the Jaycees are praised for leading reform toward a city manager government but criticized for backing a five person slate. The authors affirm they oppose slating and insist voters decide, naming five preferred candidates as individuals while denying any obligation to a slate or group. They stress the voters’ primacy and oppose organizational political entanglement.
Chancellor Robert Mutchins of the University of Chicago urged a nationwide system of junior colleges at the inauguration of Dr. George D. Stoddard as president of the University of Illinois. He proposed colleges that would graduate students at ages 18 to 20 and award degrees to satisfy most needs.
Public Health officials estimate a quarter of a million institutionalized mentally ill, with annual care costs of three to four million dollars. The humanitarian and preventive aspects are emphasized, arguing that maintaining overall well being reduces illness costs. The key challenge is reallocating resources to prevent mental distress and keep people well.
A Washington survey shows Moscow radio and satellites devote about 80 percent of broadcasts to U S policy issues, focusing on Greece and Turkey. Congress hears a claim that 10 million American adults are illiterate and that 3 million children should be in school. Auto output plunges to 50,000 cars weekly due to steel shortages, with layoffs and steady prices. Undersecretary Dean Acheson’s departure signals a talent gap in peacemaking, with possible losses of Braden and other experts as posts abroad require higher salaries.
On the Air Today reports the advisory council under Edgar Kobal advancing a radio ethics code. The group meets about twice monthly with no final report date. Tonight features NBC repeats The Stirring Blood and CBS and ABC programs including Joan Davis Comedy and Sherlock Holmes.
Epitaph urges West Virginia citizens to curb speeding drunk driving and carelessness on the highways. It frames accidents as a local problem and calls for safe driving to reduce unnecessary slaughter.
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