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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1938

Page

4

Palmer Editing Dept Publishes Local Newspaper Details

Editorial department at 102 Latrobe Street Grafton West Virginia lists subscription rates and publishing credits. The notice includes post office filing as second class matter and Associated Press credit language with guidelines for communications and signature requirements. It cites national ad reps in New York and Chicago.

Palmer Seveen Amore Grafton W. Va Joby

Training School for Detectives in national reform era

William K. Hackett extols a national police academy led by J Edgar Hoover as a superior training ground for modern crime fighters. The piece contrasts fiction with reality, warns of streamlined criminals, and argues federal and local efforts must balance liberty with security amid Roosevelt era economic woes.

William K. Hackett Current Magazine Uncle Sam Sherlock Holmes National Police Academy J. Edgar Hoover Mr. Hackett Justie Main California Canaida Gulf Federal Bureau of Investigation Department of Justice Congress Underworld Trust U Uity Department of Justee

Governor in Cap and Gown Address Stirs Commencement

Governor Frank Murphy of Michigan spoke at a New York commencement, delivering remarks that impressed even him. He warned that without strong industry, business fluctuations will force drastic government action and widespread social disruption.

Chicago Tribune Frank Murphy Michigan New York

Economic statesmanship and wage bill clash in critique

The article argues that Congress passed the monopoly investigation bill and the wage hour bill on the same day. It contends the wage bill rigidifies the wage structure by fixing hourly rates, not earnings, worsening price inflexibility and dampening building trades. The piece suggests anti monopoly rhetoric is undermined by these rigidities and warns of ossified economic systems.

Congress White House Soferia Washington

Profits and private business in the national economy

In a discussion on profits, the piece argues that public opinion supports private ownership with government supervision. It explains that receipts come from price times quantity while costs include materials wages depreciation and interest. Profits must cover expenses and risks from fires floods and innovation, with rebates and undue gains scrutinized.

United States Mint Beeta Tall Tokingsheta Ehough

Wage policy and business structure in postwar system

The passage discusses the balance between minimum wage laws and anti-merger restraints within a broader push for improved business organization. It cites proposals for a guaranteed annual income and "security founded upon" contributions, while noting unions' varied reactions and the need for coordinated action among government, business, and labor to sustain economic stability without overreach.

la Follette

Roosevelt survey opens with Wallace testimony on phosphate resources

A page one continuation covers a Roosevelt driven inquiry into phosphate resources with Secretary Wallace and government experts testifying. The Senate civil liberties committee has spent $90,000 in two years and plans public hearings next month with $60,000 in extra funds. An inquiry into federal civil service led by Senator Bilender seeks $4,600 as part of broader investigations.

Roosevelt Wallace Ellemder Vahdenberg Mich Herring Senate Civiliberties Committee Senate Innantry Federal Civil Service Senater

Buckshot Takes Ranch Work After Subtle Rebuff

In a rugged mountain ranch scene, Buckshot agrees to work after Ellen confronts a growing attachment to Bill. The two rivals, amid stew and steak, navigate unspoken tensions as Ellen yearns for a change, while Bill stays focused on business and restoration.

Ellen Bill Bill Baron Buckshot Consid

Not Looking for Trouble Yet Offer to Police Corner

Statement asserts no trouble sought while promising community service as “policemen on the corner.” Lewis mentions aims to return a large share of the $20,000 unspent, signaling a fiscal accountability pledge amid the figures cited.

Lewis

Senate Seats Continen from page

Republican leaders plan to add about 10 Senate seats from a current bloc of 15 and will intensify efforts in Oregon Town Kansas South Dakota Ohio Illinois Indiana Kentucky California New Hampshire New Jersey Maryland. The campaign committee reportedly earmarked 175000 for Senate battles and 500000 for the House misinkers drive.

Continen Page Vest McNary Kentucky Barkley A. B. Chandler Townsend Oregon Town Kansas South Dakota Ohio Illinois Indiana California New Hampshire New Jerk Maryland House Senate BC Representatives

Women Start Continued From Paired Tone

Lois Jotter a 25 year old University of Michigan botanist and fellow Elanda Clover discuss a river trip for women asserting belief in capability despite doubt from some men. They emphasize botantization as the big goal and note few contacts are possible, with lingering questions about feasibility.

Lois Jotter University of Michigan Elanda Clover Hali

Group set to reach Lee's Ferry for supplies in July

Other members of the group are Norman D. Nevills of Mexican Hat Utah guide Eugene Atkinson University of Michigan zoologist W. C. Gibson San Francisco artist and Don Harris of the U S Geological Survey. The first contact with civilization after departure and a leading point for supplies will be at Lee's Ferry, Ariz, probably about July 4.

Norman D. Nevills

Porters hailed as heroes in chain of rail wreck rescue

The span washout led to multiple rescues as passengers escaped the wreck. Lew Williams, a Negro porter, aided several travelers, while Milwaukee railroad workers Cain Hamm and Chris McGee helped reach Saugus station. Engineer William Shearer praised Merrifield, and a woman’s swift actions amid debris saved lives.

Anne George Lew Williams Bio -Warriors Milwaukee, Railroad Custer Creek Ek Poe di Pasike Cain Ea Hamm Saugus William Shearer Waukee Hamm Shearer Chris McGee Ieeri

Wreck In Miles City Kills Passenger in 20-Year Milestone

Greek engineer Merfield Pireman H Ey McCoy and Ellis Lund Thore son of Dawson Minn helped 5 to 20 people from the wrecked sleeper car as it crushed between two coaches in a creek bed. Toe water flooded in as passengers shouted to escape. Frees were sent. bodies and survivors were pulled from the submerged car after oil on the water hindered drag efforts. The Miles City wreck marked the first Milwaukee St. Paul line disaster with fatalities in two decades.

Merfield Pireman H Ey McCoy Ellis Lund Thomas’ 'Thore Dawson Minn Lund Thoreson Bir Thorson Miles Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul

Borah Explains 40-Cent Wage Scale in Industry

Senator Borah described a 40 cent wage scale to be applied by an Interstate Industry board. The boards would set swift implementation while allowing exemptions based on economic factors. He noted hours and wage provisions would hinge on legal definitions.

Borah Mnumke

Jefferson County Court Notice For Tomorrow Hearing

Fragmentary OCR indicates a court notice from Jefferson County for an upcoming hearing tomorrow. Details such as case number and parties are unreadable. the item appears to be a public notice in a local legal section.

Jefferson

Market Report From Pittsburgh June 21

Pittsburgh market summary shows mixed prices across produce livestock and meats. Potatoes and early stock weigh on demand with steady to higher quotes for several items. Cattle, calves, and sheep demand varies with direct sales noted, while quality grades influence prices and availability remains uneven.

Pittsburgh U.S Virginia Tanibe

County Clerk Candidate Declares Pledge and Experience

To the voters I announce my candidacy for County Clerk, pledging efficient honest administration and service to every citizen. I cite my deputy county clerk experience, familiarity with duties, and commitment to a thorough campaign. I appeal to Democratic voters in the primary to support my candidacy.

Avery Campalen Reater Tiel Thik A W. Reese Ander Lee Bennett Sherif Herberty Bvan Taylor

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