The Grafton Sentinel and Associated Press Note
Public newspaper notice summarizes that the Grafton Sentinel carries Associated Press dispatches and reserves rights for publication of news, including local news and special dispatches. It notes voluntary letters intended for discussion and provides national advertising representation details for A. I. Clayden Inc. in New York and Chicago offices.
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Associated Press
Eural Niecm
A. I. Clayden Inc
New York
Lexington Avenue
Chicago
North
Michigan Avenue
Questions on hospital bond plan and national medicine debate
The editorial questions the hospital completion funding plan in Grafton, asking why 129000 is needed, how bonds are secured, and whether a non political board will govern funds. It also argues against federalized health care, warning that state medicine would cost taxpayers and erode independence despite appealing benefits.
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Grafton
Stewart Says Republicans Alarmed by Dewey Opinion
Charles P. Stewart analyzes Republican unease as Dewey rises, noting big business fear of an unpredictable candidate. The piece praises Dewey's appeal while highlighting GOP and corporate concerns over his lack of clear philosophy and potential White House control.
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Stewart
Big Business
Dewey
Charles P. Stewart
Herbert H. Lehman
New York
Tom
White House
Roosevelt
Jud Welliver
Jud
Bills for Veterans Hospital Construction in Congress
The text notes 27 bills pending in Congress for building new veterans hospitals or expanding existing ones. It asserts private system facilities are sufficient for disease combat and denies neglect due to poverty. It cites that many treated by private physicians receive charity care, with the American Medical Association estimating 90 percent of medical services provided as charity.
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Wagner
Children’s Bureau
Department of Labor
WPA
Varius
Washington
England
Germany
Great Britain
France
Denmark
Poland
Sweden
Norway
Switzerland
Belgium
Holland
United States
Congress
American Medicake Society
The History of Taylor County era plays and rail details
The chapter notes 1905 theater at the Opera House with The Sign Of The Cross and Buster Brown attracting large crowds. It records four daily Baltimore and Ohio trains from Grafton to Buckhannon and West, the death of Mrs. Sophia Doll on October 13, 1905, and the long service of Sophia in nursing and a confectionery business. It highlights the Kunst store at No 1 East Main Street, erected 1859, run by Charles F. W. Kunst, and lists notable early settlers who patronized the shop, tying local commerce to town history.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Grafton
Tygart Junction
Sundi
Buckhannon
Baltimore and Ohio
Sophia Doll
Thomas McGraw
Railroad Street
Swaim
Bluemont Cemetery
R. F
Buster Brown
Opera House
Reid, Brown and Company
East Main Street
Charles F. W. Kunst
Kunst
G. H. A. Kunst
Pruntytown
Webster
George Glenn
Daniel Knight
William Reese
Thornsbury
Charles Haffner
Wheeling
Simeon Seigfieid
Grafton Guardian
Joshua F. Herr
Conrad Engleheardt
Alleghenies
Winchester
Isaac Evans
Fetterman
Frederick Bloom
Main Street
Major R. C. Bates
United States War Department
Maple Avenue
New National Cemetery
George Hammond
Joseph N. Shaham
Little Drum Corps
National Cemetery
Newspaper Warns Against State Medicine Threat
An editorial argues that free medical care in hospitals and homes harms public welfare, warning that reduced disease treatment and physicians under political control would lower care quality, raise costs, and enable Socialism to gain a strong foothold in national life.
Nesbitt Urges Bachmann for U S Senate Nomination
Judge Nesbitt of Wheeling advocates Bachmann as the proper Republican choice for the United States Senate. He cites the significance of the party’s nomination and urges support from the electorate.
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Bachmann
Nesbitt
Clarksburg
Frank W. Nesbitt
Wheeling
United States Senate
Drug arrest interlocks a Markham case mystery
In Markham, William Calla is jailed after a dope sting at two San Francisco piers leads to a drug trafficking charge. The interrogation touches Alfred Markham and the May 16 meeting, while George Markham faces an emotional shock over his brother's possible drug role as a trial looms.
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San Francisco
Alfred Markham
George Markham
Calla
Cleaves Street
Alfred
George
Mr. Strickland
Jerry Montcalm
Montcalm
Slater
Jerry
Bachmann Backed as Best Senate Hope in West Virginia
Judge Nesbitt urges Carl G. Bachmann for the United States Senate in West Virginia citing his record as a public servant and proven campaign leadership. He argues Bachmann’s experience, vote winning ability, and strong public speaking will help Republicans win in November and influence Congress.
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Carl G. Bachmann
Nesbitt
Bachmann
United States Senate
West Virginia
Congress
Ohio’ County
Senator Borah
United States
Mr. Bachmann
Senate
Old Spanish Custom Spurs Voter Registration Reform
Huntington's Good Government Association probes irregular registrations in Cabell County with claims of 104 improper entries across two precincts. Fraternity residence lists show 14 voters, many unaware by peers. college students registered in multiple precincts. 18 and 19 year olds predominate. GGA praises effort to protect the ballot’s integrity.
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Elkins Inter-Mountain
Cabell
Good Government Association
Huntington
Huntington Advertiser
GGA
Saints Triumph Latrobe Ballgame Triumph
Saint Vincent College defeated West Liberty Teachers 14 to 5 in Latrobe Pennsylvania. The Hilltoppers were limited to four hits as St Vincent posted the first setback of West Liberty’s baseball season.
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Saints
Candidacy Announcements for Taylor County Assessor
Republican voters are asked to support candidates for Taylor county assessor in the May 14 1940 primary. GC Fred Kelley and Frank L Kunst submit their bids and solicit voter support, citing experience and commitment to be fair and dutiful.
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Taylor County
Fred Kelley
Frank. L. Kunst
County Commission Faces Primary Debate Over Redistricting
Fragmentary notes show Taylor County leaders preparing for a county commission primary. The brief text references electoral processes and possible redistricting questions shaping the race and local governance.
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