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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1947
Page
4
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A Labor Committee report claims 141 strike at Allis-Chalmers in Milwaukee was orchestrated by Communists to disrupt a Navy machinery order. Harold Christoffel and Robert Buse allegedly used fraudulent ballots. both deny Communist ties. The piece warns against witch-hunt rhetoric while urging factual proof and protection of civil liberties.
Ex Governor Harold F. Stassen, a Republican, predicts Truman and Wallace will be the Democratic ticket in 1948. He notes vice presidential picks can affect voter decisions, citing 1924's Davis Bevan pairing and the impact of political dynamics on future presidents.
Scene in Tokyo two days after Hiroshima shows a Japanese general staff inquiry about defense against the atomic bomb. An eminent physicist replies that only blocking all planes could deter it. By five, the surrender decision is made. Dr. Austin Brues reports from Japan for the Atomic Bombany Commission.
The text argues that Thomas Mann, now an American citizen, joins James Joyce and Marcel Proust as the three great 20th century novelists. It credits U S policy for offering refuge to worthy foreign citizens and notes Mann’s naturalization as a point of pride for Americans. It comments on political and social issues with satirical asides on price drops, government controls, baseball, and parking law. It ends with hints of renewed cross border ties as Spring arrives.
James Marlow explains the June 15 deadline for the second quarterly estimated tax and the pending presidential decision on the new income tax bill. He notes some taxpayers faced earlier March 16 estimates, the Sunday June 15 payment extension to Monday, and advises paying the regular estimated tax now with refunds possible later if the tax cut becomes law.
The They Are Today They Are New York program shifts from Sunday to Tuesday nights on CBS effective June 24, occupying a time slot it held before 1947. Milo Boult on remains the host after five years, with Take or Leave It moving to NBC on July 27. ABC June 25 Eddie Albert show, and Arnold in Mr Presidency begin later in June. NBC July 2 replaces Dennis Day until August 27 as Aldrich family vacates until October 2.
A radio schedule outlines NBC ABC and CBS programs with 8 30 9 30 show times. A presidential remark cites international duties amid wartime and peacetime tensions. Local election results approve annexations for Fairmont and two other municipalities, with mayoral race in Kenova and various charter board appointments noted.
A committee inspecting Huntington hospital and St. Mary's reported boys under state care at Huntington appeared fearful and weary while lacking fresh air and recreation. St. Mary's children were housed well, fed and schooled half the day though no play facilities or vocational training existed. The group urged more funds for recreation and better-trained attendants, noting little hope for improvement at Huntington due to illness preventing training.
A doctor expects vaccines to be developed against inflammatory diseases caused by bacteria notably streptococcus and staphylococcus. He cites vaccination as a preventative tool and notes progress discussed during the page one continuation.
A Albany style compilation notes Idlewild as the chosen name for New York City's new airport amid chatter about traffic, weather, and rapid transit issues. It mentions police radar, bee umbrellas, and a Hungarian physician claimed hypnosis of bears, with global quips on aviation and Broadway fame.
Val visits Kevin Blake in his top floor studio as a spring day and budding romance unfold. Val, wary of past losses, grows attached to Kevin while balancing fear of rushing love and keeping Wade and Rick in mind. Kevin hints at news soon, adding tension to their budding relationship.
A mob of about 25 white men threatened to hang a Black man near a town center after a report of attempted rape. The mayor urged release and for the law to take its course. the suspect, Harris, was later moved to Kilby State prison for safekeeping on charges linked to the incident.
Baltimore and Ohio will immediately seek bids for 3000 hopper cars. Roy B. White, president, announced the plan today. Two thousand will have proton capacity and the remaining 1000 will be 50 ton capacity as part of ongoing railroad equipment expansion.
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