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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1941

Page

4

NAZI PROPAGANDA BOASTS OF FRANCE REBUILDING

The Grafton Sentinel criticizes Nazi claims of aiding French reconstruction, listing documented German actions and effects, including heavy looting, forced requisitions, and propaganda. It argues the regime hides the truth while portraying itself as humanitarian, urging dismissal of such lies.

France Adolf Hitler German Library of Information United States The Sentinel Germany Hitler

Robin Moor Sinking Warns US Against Nazi Pressure

A page one continuation argues the Robin Moor sinking is a warning to the United States not to resist Nazi plans for world conquest. It asserts the U S must sail the high seas only with German consent and vows not to yield to Nazi intimidation.

United States Britain High Seas German Reich

Bailey lauds Neely as Neely’s social advance

Charleston June 20 State Road Commissioner Ernest L Bailey praised West Virginia Governor Neely for enacting a little Hatch act and permanent registration law to guard against political machines. He spoke at a banquet of the Association of County Public Assistance Directors and called these measures notable contributions to the state's social advancement along with full federal match for classified relief funds.

Charleston Ernest L. Bailey West Virginia Association of County Public Assistance Directors Bailey Neely

Not the Last Word on Coal Mediation Victory

Southern coal operators accepted the Defense Mediation board award amid heavy opposition from the United Mine Workers and government pressure. The contract marks a sweeping union victory, meeting nearly all union demands and signaling a broader push toward freight policy reform.

Wheeling Intelligencer Defense Mediation Board United Mine Workers of America United Mine Workers

Positive action against Nazi influence and oil shipments

The Fairmont Times notes government steps against German propaganda, consulate closures, and three private agencies, plus halting oil shipments to Japan. It praises measures to curb Nazi activity, curb German aliens, and strengthen labor and capital compliance as part of a broader effort to bolster Britain and national resolve.

Fairmont Times Japan Isms Ickes New Jersey Britain

State Guard Growth Across 28 States Cites 110000 Men

The piece notes rapid expansion of state guard units in 28 states with over 110 thousand men authorized. It highlights weekly instruction funded by the Council of State Governments and diverse uniform styles, from blue to khaki to Confederate gray, and mentions West Virginia has not formed guards yet. It argues for official, trained law enforcement over amateur vigilante groups.

Clarksburg Council of State Governments South Carolina West ‘Virginia

Opening of New St. Augustine Convent in Grafton

The public attended the December 1 1922 opening of the red brick St Augustine convent built by contractor William P Hooke replacing the 1871 Sisters of St Joseph frame building in use since 1871. The old 1855 rectory housed pastors and instructors for 61 years and the Sisters taught music to local children, drawing Protestant parents to the school. A TB survey in Taylor county showed one in a hundred affected, but better prevention and state care are reducing spread. The Grafton Chamber of Commerce music committee held a December 10 1922 concert at Grafton High School featuring Anna Remlinger and a diverse program, part of a planned winter-spring series to benefit locals.

St. Augustine William P. Hooke Sisters of St. Joseph Grafton Father Henry Malone Father Cunningham John H.walters Father Malone Sisters of the Order of St. Joseph M. J. Hannon Taylor County Chamber of Commerce Grafton High School Anna Remlinger Paul Warden Dana Reynolds Donnybrook Fair Mrs. Brown Elizabeth Stuck Mary Forcello Florence Wilkinson Krimm C. C. Merchant

Fifth columnizing and anti Nazi revolt proposal

Charles P. Stewart surveys a world war II era argument for democracies to use fifth column activity against Hitler. He cites European nations under Axis influence and occupied states, notes French Free French resistance, and reports on anti Axis sentiment in Germany and Italy. The piece weighs risks, cites U.S. State Department concerns, and foresees possible consequences of organized internal opposition.

Charles P. Stewart Central Press Hitler Fifth State Department Europe Poland Holland Belgium Denmark Norway Greece Yugoslavia Rumania Bulgaria France Vichy Pierre Laval Darlan de Gaulle Axis William D. Leahy Italy Russia Spain Franco Fuehrer Adolf Germany United States Carl’Shurzes Sigels Aftic

U. S. Defense Force Highlighted By Commissioner

An official described a nationally reputed law enforcement force during a page one continuation. He noted the force employs a number of investigators and emphasized its role in maintaining standards across jurisdictions.

Mystery on the Model Railroad at the Deserted Lodge

Laurence, Henry, and Richard explore the lodge basement and the hidden train room where Ives was killed. The trio deduces the model railroad's wiring and opposing polarity enabled a fatal crash, implying the killer forced Ives to operate the dangerous setup. The motive links to a staged murder scene and a secret passage behind the wall.

Laurence Henry Richard John Ives Ives Stalin Hans Laurance Mr. Ives Spinelli Laurencé Richard Henry

Will Resume Wage Talks Amid Southern Union Dispute

The article outlines wage scale changes from 5.60 to 6.60 per day under a temporary agreement with the union, with southern operators resisting equal pay with the north. It notes mediation board recommendations leading to the elimination of regional differentials, and discusses vacation schedules intended to cut lost production time around the July 4 holiday, amid disputes over a 10 day proposal.

Brown San Francisco Puget Sound CIO Mediation Board New Union UMYE

Vandergrift divorce suit requires appearance in Taylor court

In the Circuit Court of Taylor County West Virginia a suit by Matilda May Vandercrift against John Wesley Vandergrift seeks divorce and name change. The defendant, not a resident, must appear within one month after the first publication to protect his interests. The order directs publication in the Grafton Sentinel with dates June 6 13 20.

West Virginia Circuit Court Taylor County West Va Matilda May Vandercrift John Wesley Vandergrift Deffin Chancery John Wesley Vander Grift Grafton Sentinel Nellie Tucker Peera Eater

Classified Advertising Rates and Sample Insertion

The Cassifica Sentinel describes advertising rates as two cents per word for the first insertion and one cent per word for each additional insertion. A minimum charge of 45 cents applies. Examples show listings for rental ads with room counts, addresses, and contact details, illustrating typographical rules and word counts.

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