Printing and publishing notices from Grafton era
The text blends subscription terms, billing notes, and heralded editorials from Associated Press related to publication details and preservation of content rights, plus a critical editorial on Nye charges against Roosevelt. It references Nye accusations about aid to Allies, Roosevelt policies, and calls for scrutiny of leadership amid looming war concerns.
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Roosevelt
Minton
Barkley
Eobeevelt
Jraion
Frankie
Desperate Political Strategems in Wheeling Editorial
The Wheeling Intelligencer argues cabinet appointments to War and Navy relieve the demoralizing Woodring Johnson feud and free a minor politician to seek New Jersey Senate. It questions whether Roosevelt aims to perpetuate himself via a divisive coalition and predicts continued GOP emphasis amid national crisis.
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Wheeling Intelligencer
Woodring
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Bollerwikelthim
Rene
Mr. Roose
Philadelphis
Enemy Transports and Tanker Seized at Nazaire Naval Base
Allied forces reported capturing the Nazaire naval base, taking control of enemy transports and a tanker after heavy operations. The action marked a significant foothold in the campaign along the Atlantic coast.
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Nazaire
France loses grip as De Gaulle backs fighting French
British declare they will deal with a French national committee led by General Charles De Gaulle for war prosecution as France remains in flux after the armistice terms. Colonial and Caribbean contingents express support for De Gaulle while fears grow over the fate of the French fleet and Normandy liner.
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France
Germany
Britain
Purceaux
Henri Philippe Petain
Charles de Gaulle
de Gaulle
Bordeaux
Charles Corbin
London
Trinidad
British West Indies
Marshal Petain
Money Won't Buy Preparedness in Post War Message
The Saturday Evening Post argues defense requires sacrifice not funds alone. It questions how much butter, labor hours, profit, and comfort Americans will trade to arm the nation. It warns democracy must persuade, not command, to mobilize total effort and leadership.
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Saturday Evening Post
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Land
France
France Faces Split as War News Measures Battle Lines
The report notes terms given to France by Germany, Britain pledges support for French colonies, and Poilu officers weighing joining Britain or scuttling ships. De Gaulle fights on with French units in the Alps aiming to reach the sea and continue the resistance under his banner.
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Lyon
Italy
Germany
Berlin
Britain
Suport
Syria
Indo-China
Cameroons
Tunis
Morocco
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Senegal
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Henri Philippe Petain
France
de Gaulle
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Africa
Atlantic
Nazism in Retreat and Armistice Terms Reported
The report details Allied tanker losses off the French coast and a German sub sinking a 16 090 ton tanker in convoy. It notes negotiations in Compiegne forest over the armistice terms, with German sources claiming a 40 minute clearance, while British versions differ. De Gaulle is expelled from the French army amid shifting loyalties as Britain faces a continent losing political influence.
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Germany
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Petain’s
England
Five Civilians Wounded In Malta Base Raids
Cairo June 24 five civilians were wounded in air raids on the British naval base at Malta. The attacks were carried out by a large force of Italian bombers escorted by fighters, according to a Royal Air Force communiqué.
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Malta
Cairo
Royal Air Force
Grafton Gains First Pro Baseball Franchise 1908
In August 1908 Scott dale West Virginia Pennsylvania league franchise moved to Graf ton. A stock company formed with $10,000 funded Graf ton’s entry into professional baseball. Players included Bailes Cornelius Ferguson Gainer Jenkins Jones McKlvanie Raley Winters Zinn and others. Opening game August 14 drew about 2,500 fans amid rough grounds and cheering crowds. Vincent's band and streetcars crowded Fettermans as McTivane and Winters led Gratton to a 6 4 victory.
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George H. Hartley
Charles Flanagan
Scottdale
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Ferguson
Gainer
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Zinn
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Fetterman
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McTivane
Gratton
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Woman's Club
F. A. McCloskey
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de Rue Brothers
Family Banter Delays Looming Romance at The Oaks
At The Oaks a somber dinner eases as Mr Merrifield and three young relatives bond over horse riding plans and music. Jeremy grows closer to Gayle while Bill grapples with unrequited love and looks to keep the pair apart or push forward.
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Merrifield
Jeremy
Bill ‘Goyld
Weems
Fane
Benessa
Gayle
the Oaks
Bill
Mr. Merrifield
Nore
Aeeniea
Lola Montesa
CANDIDATES Last hours before the convention unfold
Hotel lobbies showcased nominees with streamers flags and slogans as campaigns heated up. Wendell Willkie predicted a quick nomination. Arthur Vandenberg urged one term for the next president while Taft spoke with delegates. Dewey met delegates from California and Florida as rival leaders accused each other of spreading harmful stories.
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Wendell L. Willkie
New York
Vandenberg
Arthur H. Vandenberg
Michigan
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
Thomas E. Dewey
California
U. S. Sympathy on Britain Troop Promises and War Readiness
The minister said Britain had promised 26 divisions for France at the war’s start, about 390,000 men, but failed to mobilize younger troops. He condemned Britain’s “traditional” warfare, noting France kept 48 year olds under arms while Britain relied on navy and air power with about half a million unemployed at home.
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Britain
France
Roosevelt Maps Expansion of Army Air Action
The report notes President Roosevelt urging expansion of the army air arm and mapping plans for increased air power. Officials discuss potential bases and strategic routes, with attention to national defense and military readiness amid rising global tensions.
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Armatee Ey
Roosevelt Budget Request and Debt Obligation Figures
The text cites a Roosevelt era budget request totaling 14,14,349AT% or 397,020,212 dollars. It mentions authorizations of 125,000,000 in tending authority and a total cash amount around 3,974,524,448 for permanent or automatic appropriations to meet national debt obligations. It notes plans to retire part of the debt and meet trust funds obligations.
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Roosevelt
Thian Congress
Charlestown youths found after long mountain trek
Searchers found three boys and their dog yesterday after they wandered in the Kayford mountains for more than 24 hours. Harland Praker, 16, Carl 12, and Clarence 8, all of Truman Fraker, Kayford, set out from home Saturday morning during a hike and were located unharmed.
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Charleston
Kayford
Harland Praker
Carl
Clarence
Truman Fraker
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