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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1938

Page

4

Communications notes on articles and signatures

A reread of correspondence discusses proper purposes for discussion and the need for the author’s signature. It notes signatures must not be blotted out by others and mentions advertising representation indicating Clayden Inc with New York and Chicago offices.

National Advertis Advertising Representa & &. Clayden Inc New York Lexington Ave Chicago North Michigan Avenue

Roosevelt Purge Targets Independent Democrats in 100 Percent Plan

In a pointed speech the White House signals a purge of Democratic moderates. Roosevelt denounces critics, vows loyalty tests for party members, and declares no place for those not aligning with a 100 percent New Dealer platform. He targets senators and representatives who opposed court packing and reorganization.

Roosevelt NRA White House Guy Gillette United States House of Representatives James Roosevelt Tom Corcoran William E. Dodd, Jr Howard W. Smith Virginia Smith Hitler Stalin Glass Byrd Burke Wheeler Garner Senate House

Parkersburg Recall Sparks Salary dispute in Roane County

Roane County Reporter notes recall efforts against Parkersburg mayor John S. Dunn and council members over raises to 3600 and 3000 annually, arguing salaries should reflect duties. It questions pay levels and urges caution on recall if administration is deemed satisfactory.

Parkersburg John S. Dunnis Counelsmen Spencer Dunn Fgn West Virginia Ager

Roosevelt Purge Claim Marks Party Split Debate

Chicago Tribune reports Mr Roosevelt, in a fireside chat, says as Democratic leader he will back primaries where his name and principles are at stake. He denies purging opposition but critics say the remarks echo ongoing strategy, with clashes over conformity inside the party.

Roosevelt Chicago Tribune Democratic Party

Railroads face crisis urges reforms and wage cuts

The Association of American Railroads publishes a booklet warning of rail traffic falling 30 percent and profits vanishing. It calls for higher revenues, guaranteed fair rates, and reduced costs including wage cuts and revised working rules to sustain service for workers and industry.

Association of American Railroads America

Breathe Not for Long Abolish Taxes Sparks Debate

A historical discussion on federal tax repeal proposals, Senate and House bills, and a presidential veto threat. The piece covers taxes on undistributed surplus and capital gains, the conference committee outcome, and the President's stance against further tax reforms. It questions tax policy goals and criticizes political delays in tax relief.

House Senate Congress Fmedifestioan Sui

Trans-Atlantic Job Hunt Distress and Hoopla Commentary

A clipped note discusses Americans seeking work with attention grabbing stunts like sandwich boards and public display. It cites Helen Borsos of New York as an example, describing her three year joblessness and unexpected boarding of the Normandie, implying debate over the nature of her employment.

Europe Clarksburg Helen Borsos New York Miss Borsos

WPA Workers Alliance letter on Williams remarks

In a letter to Sheppard the Workers Alliance denounced Williams remarks as exposing a belief that electing hostile officials to a works program would thwart wage gains and better conditions. Signed by president David Lasser the note said WPA employees are nauseated by claims of administration coercion of relief workers. Williams denied political implications and insisted his statements were apolitical.

Sheppard Workers Alliance Williams Alliance David Lasser WPA

Buckshot Brown and Ellen Dale in a Western Arizona Dinner

Uncle Buckshot Brown acts out of place among cowboys when Ellen Dale arrives at her Arizona homestead. Bill and Buckshot clash over love, science, and social climbing as Brown contemplates a hidden future with Ellen while a professional ranch life unfolds. A subplot covers cattle feeding research plans and Liz Har ding era memories.

Buckbhot Brown Hilen Edna Bill Mr. Brown Filen Uncle Buckshot Beppe Phoenix Tim Haga Omron Eilen Ephriam Brown Ball Doc Eilen’s Bil Buckshot Ellen Ellen Dale Arizona Sidneyberg Hollywood

Oklahoma Kentucky Senate Races Highlight Administration Support

The discussion covers a request to probe WPA pay increases in Oklahoma and Kentucky. In Kentucky, Senator Barkley receives administration backing in his renomination bid against Gov. Chandler, while in Oklahoma Senator Thomas is reported as the administration's choice for the Democratic senate nomination.

United States Williams Sheppard Oklahoma Kentucky Barkley A. B. Chandler Thomas

Mystery Man continues to intrigue in Sandia search

The article reports two slender leads in a canyon behind North Sandia where F. M. Proelicher and Albert Simms sighted an object near the search area. No definite trace of the publishing heir has been found after an intensive separate sweep involving up to 880 men.

F. M. Proelicher Coloray Do Springs North Sandia Proelicher Young Albert Simms McCormick Sandia

War on Hard Continues as Unemployment Persists

The article notes federal agencies ramping up pressure for a rapid solution to unemployment, with the chief executive warning no permanent fix exists. He argues the only apparent sure remedy for full employment would be massive armament buildup, a view attributed to Roosevelt who calls it impractical.

Roosevelt

British War Crisis Over Sandys Secret Act Threat

British politics tightens around Duncan Sandys as he accuses government of pressuring for use of the official secrets act to learn his sources. Sir Donald Somervell sought details for a question on anti aircraft gun shortages, prompting Chamberlain to order a select committee inquiry amid pressure over rearmament and press freedoms.

Duncan Sandys Winston Churchill Sandys Donald Somervell War Ministry Chamberlain Select Committee of Commons Britain Campbell

Shopmen Recalled at Huntington C&O Shops

Forty five men were recalled to work at the locomotive shops of the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad in Huntington on June 29.

Huntington Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad

Candidacy announcements for county clerk in two parties

The lettered notices show Eastman Kodaks for County and a Democratic declaration by Robert (Bob) W. Rrese seeking the office of Clerk of County Court in Taylor County. Both pledge honesty efficiency and faithful service if nominated and elected.

Curny Taylor Frank Bennett Robert Bob W. Rrese

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