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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1940
Page
4
The article reviews Democratic and Republican primary dynamics, noting Senator Holt’s cautious campaign for renomination, Bimerich’s Derby defeat, and fierce GOP races for governor and U S senator. It argues Republicans may benefit from Democratic intra factional strife as they seek statewide control.
Report notes the 124th annual meeting of the American Bible Society in New York City. It highlights expanding scripture distribution to distant regions and for the blind, with translators and messengers aiding access to the Book in forty countries and transforming hearts previously filled with scorn.
A West Virginia primary races feature fierce factional warfare masked by a quiet surface. Democrats battle for control as strategists plan moves behind the scenes. The piece notes campaign noise, stickered cars, and the influence of state employees and unions, with a call for safety and public sensitivity.
Washington gossip says Attorney General Jecket may press charges in the Scalise case, with Dewey moving faster to target Scalise while away campaigning. Rep. Tinkham mocks the administration as he touts a broader antiwar and anti-Communist line, while Jackson announces a justice department program aimed at keeping the U.S. out of war.
The piece alleges accusations against officials over “lush funds” and calls for evidence of U S birth while defending constitutional rights amid a heated campaign. It warns against intimidation and criticizes election practices in Kahawhy County, urging action to prevent broader state damage. It cites distrust in both parties and speaker Andrews.
The 1905 program in Grafton featured The Holy City on November 1 followed by The Village Parson with W B Patton, drawing mostly nonregular patrons. Obituaries note Dorsey Herr’s suicide on November 5 and George Brinkman Sr’s death on November 9. Brinkman’s life story traces German immigrant roots, early bakery success, Civil War hardships, and long band leadership in Grafton.
In a tense coroner's hearing at the courthouse, George Markham urges dropping charges against Jerry Montcalm after expressing belief in his innocence. Strickland hints at hidden evidence while the courtroom buzzes with reporters and spectators as Harvey McGuire seeks to present a witness.
Veteran war correspondent Miller, 48, former commander of DeMolay in Graton, died after a moving train incident. His remains returned to Grafton where DeMolay Commandery conducted funeral rites from Washington Street residence. He leaves widow Marie and son Kenneth, 18, in the United States. Police found no witnesses to the crash.
A terse dispatch describes a veteran war penestat deal concluded about o clock last night with a hard blow to one side. The brief item notes currency and parties involved but omits specifics.
A fragmented plea asks Taylor County voters to back D. Fred Betley in the Republican primary for assessor. The letter urges turnout and expresses confidence in Betley’s ability to serve and to be rewarded with local support.
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