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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1942

Page

4

Pan American Union ties nations in a shared postwar future

Stewart notes the Pan American Union moves toward closer unity among 21 republics, with Canada discussed as a 22nd member. He cites diplomatic ties, rising inter-American agricultural cooperation, and fears for Chile and Argentina amid Axis tensions, urging faster integration and de‑calculation of barriers.

Charles P. Stewart Chile Argentina Pan Canada Britain Peewee Islands Washington Dr. Parra-Perez Venezuela Latin Americas Mexico Costa Rica Cuba Guatemala Haiti Dominican Republic Anduras Panama Salvador Nicaragua Japan Pan-American Union Latin America U. K Argentine Republic

We Dare To Be Optimistic

The Intelligencer argues Americans should stay optimistic about the war progress. It notes Midway and Coral Sea wins, Russian resistance, British air raids, and growing production, while submarine losses threaten shipping. It asserts the public can handle good and bad news and expects victory sooner than anticipated. Debts and taxes: Morgenthau and Congress are urged to aid struggling firms by preserving business, supporting employment, and proposing debt retirement provisions to curb inflation and encourage saving for war bonds.

Wheeling Intelligencer Pearl Harbor United States Midway Zone Coral Sea Hitler America Libya Akron Ohio Beacon Journal Morgenthau Congressional Taxing Committees Treasury Congress Morganthau Roosevelt

Critic charges split authority hamstringing US war defense

The June issue of American Mercury features Col. Hugh J. Knerr arguing that divided responsibility among the armed services harms American war defense. He claims Navy control over outposts in the Canal Zone Windward Islands and Pacific areas weakens General Andrews and General MacArthur. Knerr also cites a three way split at Pearl Harbor and questions Roosevelt’s leadership. he urges action and defense stamp purchases.

Hinton Daily News Hugh J. Knerr American Mercury Knorr Canal Zone Southwest Pacific Pearl Harbor Alphonse-Gaston Frank M. Andrews Knerr Navy Windward Islands Puerto Rico Trinidad Pacific Andrews MacArthur Traliah New Zealand Tve MacArcour Admiral Nimitz Australia Admiral Kimmel General Short

Red Men District No 4 Meets In Grafton March 30 1925

Hiawatha Tribe No 9 hosted District Council No 4 gathering in Grafton on March 30 1925 with D W Fast presiding. C J Duncan j of Parkersburg Deputy Great Sachem spoke outlining future plans and district achievements including native citizenship voting rights. Plans were made for further district activities and advocacy following 1924 election.

Hiawatha Tribe No Grafton D. W. Fast C. J. Duncan J Parkersburg Great Sagamore Great Council of West Virginia Great Council Improved Order of Red Men Great Council of the United States

Consolidation of Red Men and Pocahontas District 4 Meeting

Chapter 801 reports on consolidating future district meetings of the Improved Order of Red Men District No 4 with the Degree of Pocahontas, plus a memorial tribute to deceased members at Bluemont cemetery and reflections on fraternal bonds and mortality.

Order of Red Men Parkersburg the Sons of Liberty Hiawatha Tribe No. 9 Bluemont Cemetery George Brock William Kesser William L. Shaffter Happy Hunting Grounds

The Eight Million: Berger’s New York Mosaic

The review praises Meyer Berger’s The Eight Million as a sharp collection revealing Manhattan through vivid vignettes. It compares Berger favorably to peers, noting strong pieces on St Johns Cathedral, diamond cutters, Boris Gudunov, wedding customs, and the old West Forty-seventh Street precinct, while criticizing a tedious piece on a spice mill.

Meyer Berger Simon & Schuster Manhattan Shirers Sheeans The Pottern New Yorker Old Mariner Alma- Meyer Berger Sally Benson Louis B. White Mr. Berger Kemberley Kimberley New York Richard B. Harrison Green Pastures St. John's Cathedral

Engagement Shock Revealed In Turbulent Clinic Scene

Dr Tommy Dare endures a flood of wedding chatter after a bombshell report reaches his colleagues. At the Jerome Davenports dinner, Steena’s plan backfires as Tibby congratulates him, then reveals she already wears his ring, forcing a crisis of heart and intention.

Thomas Dare Tibby Steena Miss Winters Jerome Davenport Dave Jin Tommy Jerome Davenports Steen Sreena Stééna Thby Mother's Mother Tib Bee

Remarkable Mistake in Arithmetic on Spices Use

A discussion notes United States yearly spice consumption near 100 million pounds and per capita use around 1.35 pounds. The piece mentions Manhattan as part of “The Eight Million” without further context.

United States Manhattan

Soviet defense holds Crimean naval base under siege

The Soviet information bureau says Crimean naval base remains in Soviet hands after more than seven months of siege aided by air reinforcements. It reports heavy fighting as Germans lose hundreds of dead, with a decisive counterattack repelling German detachments and counterfire dispersing enemy troops. Local battles and reconnaissance continue on the mainland front.

Soviet Information Bureau Crimean Adolf Hitler Zovikov Yetmakov

Taylor County Democratic Candidacy Announcement

A Taylor County voter notice announces a bid for county commissioner under the Democratic party. The candidate seeks voter support for the August 4, 1942 election and asks for reconsideration by all voters in the campaign for reelection to the court.

Taylor County

Japan Australia woolen nose navy construction bases

Construction activity for the Japan Australia woolen nose navy centers on more than 30 million units at the three naval bases Sasebo Kure Yokosuka and 18 million pairs are involved as of the referenced year. The data mentions Hans in relation to the figures.

Japan Australia Sasebo Kure Yokosuka Hans

Concise Rules of Civilian Protection Handbook Review

Logan Cle an reviews a civilian defense handbook from the Civilian Defense Council. The compact manual outlines total war impacts and civilian roles, including air raid wardens, rescue squads, and decontamination teams, with practical rules for behavior and safety in emergencies.

Logan Clean M. D the College of the City of New York Ux Dinevollee

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