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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1948
Page
4
A compact survey traces the word apple as pledge in Anglo Saxon times, notes wild turkeys hiss during nesting as a snake imitation, mentions Bergen Norway’s rainy climate and pedestrian gear, recalls ancient gum arabic use, cites 1634 37 tulip mania in Holland, and notes early moon observations mistaking plains for seas.
A letter criticizes the Taylor County Democratic Executive Committee for endorsing candidates in the primary, accusing it of favoritism that freezes out worthy challengers. It warns outsiders may vote Republican in the fall if discrimination persists, noting the committee's near-control of county election machinery.
Government pleas to speed production face worker fear and low morale. Harold Wilson seeks to urge workers that low production causes unemployment and hurts exports and raw material payments. Analysts say leadership must combine conviction with hope to mobilize action amid postwar anxiety.
Alfred Morgan rebukes Ray Garvin and the Clarksburg Exponent for a controversial May 5 article. Morgan, after seven years in Clarksburg, calls for Garvin's apology and resignation from the West Virginia newspaper, urging higher editorial standards.
CBS plans a weekly Tuesday telecast of We The People starting June 1 with visual touches to supplement sound. Tonight's listings include NBC Life of Riley Truth or Consequences Hit Parade Kay Kyser Grand Ole Opry. CBS Suspense drama Vaughn Monroe Serende It Pays To Be Ignorant. ABC and MBS programs follow.
Governor Meadows appoints sixteen mothers to an honorary committee for Mother's Day Including the governor's own mother among the selections in Charleston.
Washington dispatch outlines a plan based on the president's air policy commission urging a 70 group air force by 1952 to counter potential Soviet atom bombs. It explains why build up must start now, with cost, production Lead times, and yearly procurement detailed. Includes figures on planes, groups, and storage. Also notes a federal court sentence in Fairmont and a Virginia agriculture meeting date.
West Virginia Republicans, seeking a viable 1948 nominee, back Edgar C. Lawson former State Auditor and Barbour County native as a militant, forceful primary fighter. Lawson is praised for his candor against the Democratic regime and his ability to deliver sharp, sustained attacks, earning state-wide renown for speaking plainly and persistently.
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