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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1948

Page

4

The Grafton Sentinel Easter Subscriptions Rates

The Grafton Sentinel lists Easter related subscription terms and rates for delivery by carrier. Rates shown include 25¢ per week, one year at 30.00, six months at 4.58, and provide Associated Press and Inland Newspaper Representatives details and general publication notes.

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Breakfast TV Show Host Changes in Hollywood Schedule

The Hollywood breakfast program built by Tom Breneman will be handed to Gary Moore as the 21 p.m. show continues. The format remains the same with music and light entertainment. Breneman created the daytime institution and Moore will extend the concept into NBC Sunday nights.

Maybe It Should Be Made Permanent in Charleston Event

A yesterday’s Charleston report describes 30 high school boys stepping into state government from the Governor’s chair in an annual city event. The piece muses on whether the display should be permanent, suggesting vibrant civic engagement but notes uncertainty about lasting impact.

Charleston

Trans-Jordan Drums and the Palestine Dilemma

The piece weighs whether King Abdullah of Trans-Jordan intends to threaten Palestine with his Arab forces or seek peace with Jewish leaders. It notes Arab unity and historical boundaries, the Haganah and Irgun in Palestine, and that common Palestinians largely live side by side in calm, individual ways.

Abdullah Trans-Jordan Palestine Great Britain France Haganah Ingun Jordan

Truman Renomination in Question as Rivalry Emerges

The piece notes a rare threat to a sitting president's renomination for 1948 style politics. It compares past challenges to Taft Roosevelt in 1912 and Blaine Arthur in 1884, suggesting Truman's path hinges on finding a strong rival to Ike, who is currently not seen as a viable contender.

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Low Tariff Renewal Sought by Chamber of Commerce

The Foreign Commerce Committee of the United States Chamber of Commerce urges renewing the Trade Agreements Act set to expire on June 12. The act aims to lower tariff levels and encourage foreign trade, shifting views among business groups toward supporting freer trade and allowing creditors to settle debts with goods. Some Congressmen remain opposed, but renewal is considered important.

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A Bible Thought for Today on Eternal Heirs and Fleeting Life

A brief devotional note notes we are casual visitors and heirs of eternity. It warns that life is brief and people shall soon be cut down like green grass, urging reflection on mortality and lasting values.

IRS

Nation Debates Postwar Military Plan Choices

James Marlow reports on Washington debates over expanding the air force, universal military training, and a possible draft. Congress considers 70 air groups, a draft for ages 19 through 26, and UMT provisions, but no final law exists as committees craft rival bills. The Senate and House differ on how to implement training and exemptions.

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Letters to the Editor Grafton Light and Pump Station Debate

A Grafton reader writes to the Sentinel addressing the city light and pump station, praising some council members while criticizing Mr Decker’s April 24 article. He argues the city should operate its own plant, questions aging boilers, and warns against a long power company contract. He urges frugal management until funds allow improvements.

Sentinel Grafton Decker the Sentinel Power West Penn Co

Elk Refining strike may settle Monday talks join CIO

Executive Vice President Fred G Bannerot of Elk Refining says a month-long strike near Charleston could end Monday after talks with CIO International Oil Workers Union representatives. The piece cites oil use and a compilation of disparate historical notes and program listings.

Charleston Fred G Bannerot The Elk Refining Company Ing Cio-International Oill Workers Union

Announcer’s quixotic mix of urges and oddities from NJ

A chaotic jumble of remarks on mosquito warfare by helicopters in New Jersey, royal nudity claims about Elizabeth II and Philip, moas bones imports, aging male prowess, a push for a woman on the dollar, fashion trends like high button shoes and nail care, a swimming club replacing its emblem due to scanty swimsuits, and jokes about minnows or guppies as substitutes.

Fragments Unravel as Inspector Probes Secret Bonds

In Yonkers and New York, Inspector Nye questions Catherine Lister about the Wardwell family and a hidden eleven hundred dollars. Angela Wardwell feared discovery, Dutch Pete’s murder plot, and Hat La Mott’s alleged involvement surface amid a web of deceit.

Mike Angel Catherine Nye Harris Angela Wardwell Brookfield Stephen Darrell McKee Darrel Mike Nye Stephen Nicky Dutch Pete New York Clearwater Angela Hat Pioretti John Wardwell John Uncle John Mr. Zantini Wardwells Hat la Mott Brookfeld Zantin Avenue of the Americas Jefferson Market Square Tower Lomilard Place Michael Nye Mr. Darrell Miss la‘ Mott Miss la Mott Atlant Cetherin

Campaign feud and forged documents roil West Victoria politics

A heated exchange centers on claims by Thomas and Patteson about forged libelous statements and misused public funds. Patteson accuses Thomas of forging a document to boost his campaign while Thomas accuses Patteson of distorting records and using funds for personal gain. A separate death by poisoning incident in Bury Sutton is noted with burial plans for Williams and his four sons.

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