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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1932
Page
4
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The Fairmont Times argues that reparations and war debts are deeply linked to the broader economic collapse. It questions whether tackling employment and business recovery can succeed if reparations are treated as secondary, suggesting such an approach minimizes chances of success.
Gardners threaten to pull beans and saturate patches with gasoline to kill beetles, though gasoline harms beans. WVU agricultural dept proposes a spray of liquid Bordeaux with calcium arsenate and water, but its suitability for young beans remains unclear.
The piece surveys postwar sentiment as the senate rejects a bonus payout, condemning political corruption in votes bought with public funding. It reports Britain’s stance on war debts, Chile’s shifting revolution, and debates over prohibition in the Republican party, noting public anger and constitutional concerns.
The piece argues Governor Conley and the public service commission counsel, paid at five thousand dollars yearly, should steps to protect the public interest in the United Fuel rate case. It warns that a firm directive from the Governor could influence the commission’s handling, noting the risk of accidents and urging action.
The text argues that congressional control rests with legislators and delegates, not party platforms. It notes that laws on repeal or maintenance of the 18th Amendment depend on the makeup and mandates of Congress, not on past campaign pledges, and critiques how the Republican platform handled the issue.
Dr. Wilcox a noted writer on agriculture and economic topics argues the U S tax bill could be halved without hindering government functions. He notes twenty years in the funeral department of agriculture and extensive travel, urging drastic reductions as citizens refuse to tolerate further burdens.
An analysis questions how far a proposed international conference on world economic conditions can proceed if discussions on reparations and war debts are excluded. The piece notes many possible answers to what is wrong with the world and searches for a clear, wise solution.
Heavy rains doubled river rise near Gillration and drenched soil in Blueville and Prunty Town. Automobiles stalled, streetcar service delayed, and beans suffer massive damage from the Mexican beetle as gardeners struggle with ineffective sprays and hand picking under humid conditions.
Democrats press to finalize a platform with proposed prohibition and farm relief planks as rival Roosevelt and Smith factions contest delegations. Shouse cites over 50 prohibition suggestions and notes southern liberal tilt while Garner backers claim better voter standing. national committee to meet next Friday.
The convention calls for Congress to submit a substitute amendment to be decided by state conventions, allowing voters to choose retention of the Eighteenth Amendment or adoption of a proposed substitute. No party nominees are pledged to a course. the issue will influence fall elections and awaits further comment from Bishop Cannon after Democratic actions.
Evangelist D. L. Wamsley announces revival services starting next week at 118 Latrobe Street in the former Co op store room. Services will be held each evening at 7 30 with Rev Wamsley and a corps of helpers. Signs on the vacant building indicate the Pentecostal Church of God sponsors.
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