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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1941
Page
4
Former King Alfonso XIII of Spain was buried today in the Spanish national church at Nomserrato after a brief funeral service. His sons, Prince Juan and Prince
Subscription rates are listed as 75 cents for carrier delivery and 8.40 per year by mail. Details include prices for one year and short terms with a mention of Graf, W Va postal routing. The paper notes Associated Press rights and guidelines for letters to the editor plus national advertising representation.
Three front page headlines last day linked labor to defense. Bethlehem Steel strike with 3,000 pickets blocking 14,000 workers could halt defense plants. CIO United Auto Workers warned of strikes affecting Ford plants, risking aircraft engines and army trucks orders. A new federal labor board to adjudicate defense-related disputes is proposed but likely weak. Air line crashes rise after CAA move to Commerce. calls for stronger safety measures and full Congress correction.
West Virginia bureau of mines notes disasters occur more in non assy mines than very gassy ones due to ventilation, but smoking in mines and rule violations trigger explosions. Tufts report emphasizes careful practices and common sense to prevent fires and explosions in underground coal operations.
AP reports West Virginia legislature debates a Raleigh county delegate Hall bill to feed prisoners at cost in county jails. With session ending, major measures pending, Gov program unclear, and critics noting jail feeding costs have long been debated while sheriffs profit from the current fee system.
William Knutsen, director general of the Office of Production Management, proposes a 40 day cooling off period before defense industry walkouts. The measure accompanies two strike curb proposals and gains favorable attention from many lawmakers. A government loan discussion follows with references to higher government toans.
The 77th Congress considers new taxes after March 15 income data and aims for 1 to 1.5 billion dollars in revenue to help fund defense outlays. Major acts include debt limit rise to 65 billion, 313.5 million for cargo ships, and 175 million for army clothing. Several bills await Senate action, including a 1.4 trillion dollar package for independent agencies, treasury supply measures, and housing and defense-related projects.
The article outlines changes in tax law, noting that about 15.0 million individuals and 3.8 million corporations will file returns this year, with roughly half owing tax. Personal exemptions were cut significantly, from 4500 to 2000 for heads of family and from 1000 to 800 for single filers, while a 10 percent defense tax raises overall tax bills. It provides representative totals for a married filer with no dependents at various income levels, showing increases from 2500 to 50000 dollars in tax due under the new rules.
An advertisement by Clarence L. Hall of Hager promotes family loans with minimal endorsements. Couples can pool bills into one account and borrow small sums with monthly payments shown. Representatives visit Graf ton on Tuesdays and Fridays, and appointments can be made by phone or mail.
Voters will place a cross in the square for candidates for mayor and city commissioners in the primary election on Tuesday March 4 1941. Nominees include B Knabenshue and Roy E Sapfel.
Jaime and his son-in-law Prince Torlonia were the sole remaining royal family present at the burial. Members of the Spanish mission and diplomatic corps attended. Princess Juan was designated by Alfonso as future monarch if the monarchy returns to Spain, leaving the church in tears.
Mayor D Boone Dawson testified as the final witness at a legislative inquiry into Charleston police activities saying he knew of no graft or protection payments. He argued liquor by the drink is an evil plaguing municipalities and that a new search and seizure bill would help crack illegal whisky sales. About a dozen business leaders supported the police force during rebuttal questioning. reports will be issued before adjournment with written reports planned by two committee members.
Fragmented excerpts describe British diplomacy with Bulgaria Greece and the Balkans amid wartime tension. The text discusses Greek neutrality, German influence, and possible diplomatic breakoffs while drifting into a long interview with literary style notes on Wyn and a referendum on happiness, privacy, and social systems.
Multiple candidates announce for mayor and street commissioner in Grafton. A. B. Knabenshue vows to block privatization of water and light, retain city hospital ownership, improve parks streets policing and industry, and asks votes for March 4 primary and March 18 general election. CHAS also seeks mayoral seat with cautious promises. JOHN W. Knotts seeks street commissioner with 30 years city experience and dedication to duties.
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