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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1940

Page

4

Washington Revises Hitler View Admits His Genius

Stewart argues in Washington that Roosevelt and officials now see Adolf Hitler as a capable, dangerous figure. The piece contrasts Hitler’s perceived strategic skill with Mussolini and Stalin, notes shifts in American thinking, and weighs the risk of early involvement in Europe versus delaying until after elections.

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Machines Hold No Terror For United States

The Pittsburg Post-Gazette notes U.S. automobile registrations this year reached a record 31,090,870 or one per 4.4 people, reflecting widespread familiarity with machinery. It argues mass production and distribution define American life and question which country is best prepared for a contest of machines in the war.

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Preparation for Defense and the War We Face

The piece reflects on limited Allied details from Europe, noting Hitler's desperate drive and heavy German losses. It emphasizes US arming for defense, the possibility of using industry for destruction, and urges confidence in American survival and destiny amid ongoing war.

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Taylor County Theater Notes 1906 Opera House Events

The record details multiple 1906 events in Grafton including York State Folks at the Opera House November 30, a large glass plant near Hast Grafton starting with 180 employees on November 29, and a December 3 8 repertoire engagement led by Chester DeVonde. Also notes Elks Lodge of Sorrow December 1, Quincy Adams Sawyer December 11, and Christmas Night Ball on December 25. Eva Tanguay returned December 28 with The Janitor, and New Year celebrations December 31 featured Vincent's Orchestra. reflections on German Irish holiday traditions conclude the piece.

Fred E. Wright York State Opera Hast Grafton Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Chester DeVonde Grafton Lodge Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Opera House John J. Coniff Wheeling Sidney H. Sommerville Thomas M. Husston Anna Remlinger Plora Hamilton Jessie V. Ferrer Vincent New England Quincy Adams Sawyer Henry Pracht Brinkman Hall Ita Lautferbach Eva Tanguay Miss Tanguay Grand Opera House Fairmont Marion County Sellors Club

Mass Destruction Wipes Large Area in Rotterdam

A continuned page one report details massive destruction from hazardous devices weighing over 1,000 kilograms each. A 15 to 20 square kilometer zone was razed with every house gone. Fires raged, debris filled the air, and over 100,000 people may have been fatally hurt in what is described as a nightmare of unprecedented scale.

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Defense Policy Urges Clear Stand Amid Looming War Threat

A public figure warns that danger of war grows today not from Europe alone but from broader threats. He calls for a vigilant defense policy and decisive action to deter calamity. The statement reflects urgent concern over regional instability and the need for national unity in facing potential aggression.

The Merrifield Scheme and The Oaks Plan Unfolds

Benjamin Merrifield hires Gayle Dixon to woo his grandson’s protégé Jeremy Tucker while Bill Bailey and six young women join to stage the romance at The Oaks mansion. Weems announces the group will live on the estate with meals provided as plans form to secure Merrifield’s fortune and a yearlong betrothal.

Benjamin Merrifield Eer Gayle Dixon Jeremy Tucker Bill Bailey Merrifield Benjamin W. Merrifield Gayle Bill Weems Merryfield Mr. Merrifield Christopher Miss Hyde Mr. Weems Mise Dixon Graham Gaylé the Oaks Mr. Bailey Miss. Dixon Jeremy ‘Tucker Dan Veleari Jeremy Merrified Ray America Bill Batley Bil Ren Awalt

War talk and mixed up dispatches stir readers

Fragmentary OCR reflects a jumble of war era musings on Norway Belgium and the Netherlands with stray quotes about air power and policy. The text references figures like Jim Farley and Lindbergh while lamenting frustration and global tensions amid a shifting European scene.

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