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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1940
Page
4
A Grafton newspaper page outlines holiday prayers from I Timothy and commentary on Roosevelt era politics. It critiques Roosevelts cabinet choices, urges national unity, and warns against communism and partisan manipulation amid wartime challenges.
National focus on war should not distract Congress from the Mead bill which benefits local ties and sections. It moves forward with little sidetrack potential and aims to add Grafton hospital to the initial beneficiaries. A Tire Board of Trade inquiry on hospital affairs could ease public dissatisfaction over hospital project delays and boost support for Federal hospital action locally. Petitions mention Govkins Inter-Mountain Y community communists with limited Randolph progress.
A Beckley Post Herald column claims Democratic papers accuse D Boone Dawson of not balancing Charleston’s budget, citing Chamber of Commerce leadership and Hodges. The piece counters that Dawson’s opponent, a federal official, presided over a large deficit, arguing state administration spending harms Charleston and Beckley alike.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette notes rising concern over subversive elements in the United States and asks how President Roosevelt would view encouragement given to groups like David Lasser’s Workers' Alliance amid fears of Communist influence and possible fifth columns.
Charles P. Stewart explains that Berlin reports show Danish Norwegian Dutch Belgian and Luxembourg holders of American securities now face difficulty cashing Yankee stocks and bonds as the U S Treasury freezes these assets. The move blocks transfers in invaded nations and raises questions about identity and ownership while linking wartime finance to policy and controversy over political broadcasts and the Dies Committee.
The town of Grafton mourns the death of William O Boyd at his son Charles Boyd's home atop Boyd hill. Civil War veteran, he guided Grafton as mayor during 1895 1896 and 1899 1901, with notable street paving and civic improvements. Collected tributes recount his service to the community and his family.
The message declares a takeover by Nazis and urges removal of agitators seeking to overthrow the new government. It frames the situation as urgent and calls for decisive measures to restore order and support the regime.
Gayle and Jeremy share a cautious ride at Montrose Manor then near the old pool where Lola Montesa bursts into tears. Bill Tucker apologizes for a crude remark. Jeremy consoles him and pledges friendship, while Lola’s distress hints at family trouble as the scene ends with a cliffhanger.
A jumble of snippets from Canal Press includes editorial quips about change and taxicab drivers, a Poughkeepsie crew race note with a light dig at “scuttling business,” a joke about a sea captain’s trouble over a pesca mate, and a host greeting guests. It also hints history will label Europe’s era as the Not-So-Dark Ages, mentions war materiel moving toward Yunnan, and oddly notes American women’s eyes and a skipping breakfast pattern.
A report notes that an official stated evidence of shipments of large quantities of mill products was found. The claim centers on cross border movements and potential regulatory concerns. The article emphasizes verification steps and potential implications for trade relations.
A fragmented legal notice mentions review and equalization proceedings, accompanying court actions, and references to items including colors, materials, and a model stroller. The passage cites the county court context and notes miscellaneous details about labeling and items, with unclear dates or outcomes.
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