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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1938

Page

2

Roosevelt to broadcast June 30 on national education meet

New York June 7 Roosevelt scheduled to speak on June 30 via all network broadcast in connection with the National Educational association convention in New York. Also notes Col Frank Knox to address the National Editorial association at White Sulphur Springs W Va on June 22 with a WIZ NBC transmission. Programs listed for WEAF WABC WJZ and WJZ schedules for listening tonight and Wednesday with various hosts orchestras and segments.

New York Gettysburg Roosevelt National Educaonal Association Knox Col Frank Knox National Editorial Association White Sulphur Springs W. Va WJZ NBC Vivian Della Chiesa Heidi’s Brigadiers Rudy Vallee

Trust Probe Prompts Open Debate On Monopoly Reform

The article discusses calls for a broad study costing $500000 to examine monopolistic controls in industry and finance. Figures warn such probes could become political tools, while advocates argue a Congress and government agency survey could restore prosperity by loosening private business restrictions.

Congress Austin Roosevelt Judiciary Committee House Justice, Commerce and Treasury Departments Federal Trade and Securities Commissions

Radio Schedule Dense with NBC CBS And Local Shows

A detailed 5 30 PM to 11 00 PM EST radio grid lists NBC CBS and local station lineups. It names commentators singers orchestras drama sketches and variety programs across CBS NBC WJZ CKLW WLW WMMN WSB and others with times and performers such as Chesterfield Maxine Sulivan and Jimmie Allen. The schedule shows frequent cross channel listings and multiple station identifiers for each half hour slot reflecting a busy regional network broadcast day.

CBS Bonke Carter NBC Chesterfield WJZ Johnnie Johnson Golden Serenaders WMMN Mawell Thomas Maxine Sulivan CKLW Jimmie Allen WHP WBC Easy Aces Just Entertainment Jack Fulton Andrews Sisters Orchestra Amos 'N Andy Wheel of Chance WSM WGAR Black Flame Amazon Mr. Keen Geo Perry Como EDKA WLW Mad Hatterfields WTIC WGY Redhorse Revue Charles Paul Vivian Della Chiesa Paul Sullivan WBT Grady Cole Russ Morgan KDKA AI Donahue Theraphy Bee Gregory WESG Old Towners WHAM Dr. Friendly WKBW Elvira Ruppel WWVA Universal Watts the Answer al Jolson Wayne King Happy Havelick WPAR Kanawhe Valley the Cavaliers Stamp Bert Farber MBC Vox Pop Horace Heldt Johnson Family Glee Club Jewish Hour Fischer McGee & Co MBS Benny Goodman Venetian Singers Federal Symphony Orch WBAL WJR Charlene Hal Kemp Robert L. Ripley WGBI Nat Shilbert

Single Girls and the New Deal In Washington

Washington column argues the New Deal worsened courtship for single women due to more government workers, many unmarried. Census figures show a growing female surplus since 1930, with 35 000 more women than men by 1938, leaving men scarce for weekend dates according to officials and anecdotes.

Washington Washington Post Census Bureau

Fire policy reform eyed by insurance head in WV

The insurance commissioner urged a legal rate making bureau under his supervision to streamline rate changes by risk class. He argued that adjusting rates would help underinsured and overinsured properties, reduce arson incentives, and permit agents to rekindle business by offering insurance to value at fairer prices for residents and companies alike.

Insurance Commissioner West Virginia

30000 Filipinos Flee In Terror From Eruption

In Manila crowds flee their homes as a towering plume of flame and lava from Mayon volcano drives over 30,000 people from villages near the peak. The volcano has rumbled since Friday, with quakes, threatening roads, and desolation along the base. Miguel Selga of the Manila weather bureau ties the event to a prior two month eruption.

Manila Manilla Gather Miguel Selga Weather Bureau

Vito Realizes Counterfeit Bill Worse Than Expected

In Bristol Connecticut on June 7 Vito DiPinto reported a questionable two dollar bill to police. The bill read two rollers under Jefferson's portrait and included a mocking caption. Police determined the note was worthless as counterfeit.

Vito Bill Bristol Conn Vito DiPinto Jefferson

Southern senators seek exemptions from wage act

Southern members pressed for exemptions from the 40-cent wage as seven southern senators caucused and backed Ellender and Pepper in the conference committee. Senator Walsh warned the southerners they could derail the Thomas program by filibuster, while leaders moved to clear other legislation including the deficiency appropriation and a 3.723 billion lending bill.

Ellender Pepper Fla Walsh Mass Thomas House

Healthy Sx Whertamin Tables at Local Cafe

An OCR fragment describes a health related scene at a cafe on West Main Street. It mentions beverages including beer and wine and references a drug company and a phone number. Readable details are limited but indicate a casual local setting with product labels and the address.

Notice to creditors and beneficiaries in Beverlin estate

Commissioner’s notice to creditors and beneficiaries of the estate of H W Beverlin Sr deceased. All claims must be exhibited with vouchers legally verified to John K Burdett commissioner of accounts at Grafton Banking and Trust building Grafton West Virginia by December 12 1938 or be barred. Beneficiaries must be present to protect their interests. June 7 14 21 1938.

H. W. Beverlin, Sr Grafton Banking and Trust Company Grafton West Virginia John K. Burdett Taylor County Sarah O. McCartney

Court bill continues as labor backs winning nominee

The article notes Labor Federation backing the winning nominee with AFL support echoed across Pennsylvania. Wearin earned endorsements from several CIO leaders. Republicans boast a larger total primary vote than Democrats, even as Democrats claim statewide wins in recent elections despite June Republican margins.

American Federation of Labor Pennsylvania Wearin

Industrial unit praised by board and officers

Industrial and Mr Thurmond spoke briefly praising Supt Bell and Major Jaco for the boys fine showing. Col White commended the unit as among the best marching teams in the state and praised campus lawns. Thurmond left for a university banquet while Col White joined Supt and Mrs Bell for dinner.

Thurmond Supt. Bell William Jaco Col White Board of Control University Col. White Mrs. Bell

Legal notices of the estate of Sarah O McCartney

Legal notices of the estate of Sarah O McCartney deceased notify all claimants to exhibit their claims with vouchers verified to the undersigned at the Grafton Banking and Trust Company Building Graf ton West Virginia on or before December 12 1938 John K Burdett clerk County West Virginia

New Accounts to Be Opened for Social Security Card Holders

Seasonal job activity increases applications for social security account cards, says Raymond Kenny of the Clarksburg Social Security Office. Students and workers entering commerce or industry must have cards, and duplicates are issued only with proper ID.

Wai Raymond Kenny Clarksburg Social Security Board

Big Sister Beth and Buddy in Lesson When Crash and Missile Hit

A chaotic scene unfolds as Beth and Buddy study when a crash echoes and a missile rips through the window. Authorities investigate the incident and assess damage to the room and surrounding area.

Beth Buddy Crash

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