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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1946
Page
4
Notice records that the item was entered as second class matter at the Gratton post office under the act of March 3 1879. This indicates federal mail classification status for the material and its processing location. The entry cites the act and the filing designation for postal handling.
A liberation era style call argues for universal military training to harden national manhood, reduce juvenile crime, and improve physical health through examinations and corrections. It cites Selective Service in two wars as proof, outlines benefits like respect for authority, hygiene, leadership, community service, and applying education to real practice.
The piece argues government ownership of industry strips private workers of representation in strikes. It cites the railroad dispute to illustrate how unions lose speaking power when the state is the employer. Whitney’s earlier praise of ownership is viewed as a cautionary object lesson in socialism.
The text argues that in nations where free enterprise is removed or suppressed the press becomes a mere tool of dictatorship. It states that those in power seize economic resources and must control sources of information, leaving no opposition and causing the death of a free press.
A daily Bible thought notes that God is the sculptor of lives and readers should cast their anxieties on Him. It cites 1 Peter 5 and credits Press Radio Bible Service Inc of Cincinnati Ohio as the source.
Morgantown June 10 This college city faces housing problems as West Virginia University prepares for thousands of students arriving in the fall. Secretary Harry BW. Stone discusses the looming housing strain and related plans.
University projections indicate the campus may host between 0 and 1,000 married veterans when the fall term opens, reflecting planning for student readiness and financial aid needs.
Five hundred cases of beer disappeared in transit between the Fesenmeir Brewery and a Charleston area route were recovered over the weekend. Sherman J. Gentry, 42, operator of the Rock Camp restaurant on U S Route 60, was arrested on a charge of receiving stolen property. State trooper Evan Hall identified Gentry as the suspect.
News from Changchun and Taolaichao describes Red forces lacking radios during a late truce. Reports claim heavy casualties as 20,000 Chinese Communists assault Tehsien, north of Tsinlan, amid rail line damage and ongoing fighting near Shantung towns. The observation notes large scale offensives and renewed clashes after the deadline.
New York June 10 Two NBC programs face sponsor exits and possible retooling for fall Phil Spitalny’s all girl orchestra ends after September 1 under General Electric plans Don Ameche to replace Rudy Vallee on NBC since the late 1930s barring war interruptions CBS ABC and MBS lineups listed for tonight with concert and crime drama programs and a boxing match reference
Reports indicate President Truman plans to veto legislation creating new federal mediation machinery and imposing sweeping union activity rules. He is keeping counsel and may reveal his decision to congressional Democratic leaders at a weekly conference. Even if disclosed, leaders are likely to remain silent until the message reaches Capitol Hill. House Teachers expect a message Tuesday with a midnight deadline.
AP Foreign Affairs Analyst notes India faces a major shake up as Nehru seeks to transfer rule from autocratic princes to the people within a projected federal system. Many principalities may be merged or pensioned off, keeping only nominal rulers if desired by the populace. The trend reflects a growing move toward democracy in British India.
In a continuing installment, Jane tracks a note from Hunt while Neal plans an opening and Brenda contemplates a future neighbor. Tonia Valente visits with a major reveal, Neal proposes a private engagement, and Jane juggles party logistics, family ties, and a spousal dispute as tension rises toward a cliffhanger.
The War Department reported no decision yet on formal charges to file against officers awaiting court martial in Germany. Maj Watson’s arrest was announced in Germany but officials refused to disclose whether he is the officer sought and did not reveal his connection to the alleged theft.
In Parkerburg the West Virginia Veterans of Foreign Wars announced guests for the Victory encampment June 27 to 29. Speakers include Joseph M. Stack of Pittsburgh VFW Commander in Chief Rep. Jennings of Randolph WV National Junior Vice Commander Ray R. Brannaman of Denver Colorado Y Chester Williams of Charleston state commander and Ray Burg of Piedmont department commander of the American Legion.
Morgantown reports 22 year old war veteran James Willard Les killed himself today using a service automatic pistol. Coroner William Bowers confirmed the death.
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