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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1946
Page
4
A critique of opponents who label others as biased or criminal when disagreements arise with New Deal supporters. The piece denounces this illiberal tactic as the mark of those demanding absolute control and belittling dissent as reactionary or mossback.
The piece argues economic peace is fragile as nations vie for raw materials and expand production. It notes how mass manufacturing brings labor unrest and political upheaval, creating new conflicts while wars wane. It emphasizes mastering not only nature but human factors.
Senator Warren R Austin cites constitutional rule barring a congressman from a newly created office or one with a salary increase during his term. He notes Taft and Knox, who faced ineligibility after Knox’s pay rose, leading to a pay cut to the old level. Austin says he will not serve beyond his current Senate term, recalling Knox.
Readers are told that the famed Robinson Crusoe spot off South America near the Orinoco River mouth is now open to visitors. Tobago offers comfortable guest houses and trips to Crusoe’s Beach where Friday’s footprint was seen, with expectations of tourist amenities such as a hot dog stand following North American precedents.
Press Radio Bible Service in Cincinnati presents a daily devotion citing 1 Peter 5 12. The message asserts no error comes from imitating Christ and urges readers to stand firm in God’s grace across the day.
West Virginia officials remind veterans that statements of good health at discharge do not waive rights to file disability claims. Deputy directors help filing service connected claims, citing GI Bill Section 106. A rabid fox incident near Harris ton Doddridge line. Ora Garner, 23, West Union, not bitten.
In Washington, Republicans mount an all out bid for labor votes amid rail and coal strikes. They back anti strike measures while supporting Truman style draft the strikers legislation. Labor leaders split and officials weigh rationing food items as Bowles eyes food control.
In Washington a knotty problem unfolds over the 1,500,000 Hessian crown jewels. Col. A. C. Miller says the trove may be personal property or state property, affecting whether it returns to the Hessian family or becomes U.S. property. The trio in custody faces formal charges as the army weighs ownership and possible trials. Kathleen Nash Durant and Jor David S. Watson are named in the investigation.
A Foreign Affairs analyst notes postponements in the Spanish issue in the UN Security Council signal growing Anglo American Soviet tension. He says the Paris Big Four foreign ministers conference at week’s end could determine chances for European peace treaty drafting, with Byrnes ready to act without Moscow if needed.
New York reports detail shifts in network fare for the coming season with Gildersleeve moving to NBC Wednesday nights and Hildegarde’s sponsor remaining through July. Bob Burns takes Gildersleeve’s former time after summer vacation, with listings for NBC CBS and MBS programs and the usual nightly lineups.
In a tense New York premiere night, the narrator and Hunt race to the theater after delays. Neal captivates the audience with a highborn role while Inspector Barry and Hunt clash over Brenda’s absence. Back at the apartment, a door broken routine reveals a chilling clue as a white hand appears at the wall.
A collage of offbeat items including a Canadian husband assault claim, postwar atomic buzz, infant crying statistics, a New York anecdote, a Turk who died at 157, ants and thunder jokes, a Maryland storm report, a joke about tennis balls, and UN pages on Franco era documents. no coherent single event.
A fragment discusses the origin and usage of the term fifth column. It notes its early English spelling variants and its frequent appearance during the Spanish Civil War, with references to Mol and reform efforts spanning the 16th century.
Arizona showcases record setting feats with the world's tallest reclamation dam, wedge type and masonry structures, and the highest multiple dome and Bartlett style buildings. The accounts emphasize engineering prowess across the western region.
In the Circuit Court of County West Virginia Ira F Poe and Evelyn R Poe seek adoption of a child named Stephen Poe. The court orders a hearing scheduled weekly for two weeks to consider the petition. Clerk William M. Burdett attorney John K Burdett represents the petitioner. Date June 11 18.
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