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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1933

Page

4

Monroe doctrine urged as remedy to European meddling

The author argues after a period of national relief the United States should return to an old vantage, avoid European affairs, and reassert the Monroe doctrine. He criticizes involvement in Europe Asia and Africa, urging steadfast noninterference while focusing on domestic recovery and economic stabilization.

Europe Far East Japan China France Jong Nevt Roosevelt Asia Africa

Debate over welfare relief abuses and work ethic dangers

An editorial condemns alleged abuse of welfare work relief by wealthy county residents and calls for thorough investigation of beneficiaries. It argues the program should aid only those without property or credit and urges workers to fulfill duties, criticizing lax effort and stressing fiscal limits as per a recent constitutional levy ruling.

Relief Committee

West Virginia levy limits aim to cut government costs

Notice summarizes a state amendment restricting levies to curb debt and protect contracts tied to bonds. It notes that under ordinary cases indebtedness created before the amendment must fit the new limits, forcing tax authorities to economize from state to local levels. The article cites the commissioner's view that the amendment will reduce government costs and calls for creditors to present claims against Bettie Caisoweth estate in Taylor County before Sept 6, 1933, with warnings about bond funding and beneficiary responsibilities.

State Supreme Court West Virginia Bettie Chemoweth Bettie Caisoweth Taylor Court Bank Gratton Mavior County West Virginian William P. Samples Accounta County of Taylor Fairmont Times Mollie M. Pugh Merchants and ‘Mechanics Savings “Bank Grafton Taylor County J. Guy Allender

Public utilities probe urged by West Virginia lawmakers

The House of Delegates committee pursues an aggressive inquiry into utilities amid wartime price concerns and alleged entrenched influence in Charleston. The drive aims to rewrite utility laws, reform ratemaking, and address long‑standing injustices under the 1933 Democratic Legislature.

House of Delegates Charleston West Virginia House Committee Public Service Commission Senate Henderson Republican Party

Government should back private revival over costly projects

The piece argues against Roosevelt's preliminary plans for farm relief and public works. It contends such paternalistic programs waste resources and tax dollars. The author urges freeing markets and rebuilding solid private industry to restore employment and stabilize farmers' incomes.

Roosevelt

Dollar Standard and Exchange Rates Across Nations

The article explains foreign exchange as global money trading, with currencies valued against gold standards. It notes the pound and other currencies fluctuate when gold backing changes, and cites the United States' favorable balance allowing other nations to need dollars.

United States

Johnson Trusts Roosevelt Plan Keeps Legion Rehab Strong

Amarillo Texas March 18 Louis A Johnson national commander of the American Legion told a rally of Legionnaires from four states he has utmost confidence in President Roosevelt and does not believe economy efforts will cripple veteran relief and rehabilitation work He urged unity calling the Legion cradle of the future of the United States His itinerary includes Santa Fe Albuquerque La Junta Colorado Springs Cheyenne Nebraska Minnesota with a return to Indianapolis March 29 and Clarksburg April 1.

Amarillo Tex Louis A. Johnson American Legion Roosevelt Johnson United States Santa Fe N. M Albuquerque la Junta Col Colorado Springs Cheyenne Wyo Nebraska Minnesota Indianapolis Clarksburg

Japanese Bombers Clash at Hsi-Fengkow Pass

Peiping dispatches report Japanese air forces sent forty bombers over Chinese lines to break the Hsi-Fengkow Great Wall pass. Heavy bombardment failed to breach Chinese defenses. Japanese sources claim Chinese troops at the pass inflicted heavy punishment on attackers.

Peiping Hsi-Fengkow Great Wall Pass

Sentinel Classified Rates And Policies

Classified rates are two cents per word for the first insertion and two cents per word for each additional insertion. Minimum charge is 45 cents. Each initial or figure counts as one word. Ads must be consecutive and in regular style. Errors must be reported immediately. The Sentinel limits liability to a single incorrect insertion.

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