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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1938

Page

2

Palmolive Ad Campaign In The Grafton Sentinel

An editorial style note promotes Palmolive soap’s big ad campaign in the Grafton Sentinel. It credits Benton and Bowles for crafting effective copy and asserts the Sentinel’s large circulation. The piece argues national advertisers seek reputable papers and that Palmolive prefers quality newspapers with loyal readers.

Grafton Sentinel Palmolive Sentinel Benton and Bowles, Incorporated Palmolive Peet Company

Hoover to Speak in Spokane and Landon Tour Extended

Former President Hoover will deliver the final address in a Spokane, Washington series on November 5. Alfred M. Landon, the 1936 Republican nominee, appears in the broader campaign swing. Chairman John Hamilton completed a tour through Ohio amid tight Senate and governor races and plans further talks in multiple states as Secretary Wallace spoke to listeners.

Hoover Alfred M. Landon Spokane Wash Hamilton John Hamilton Ohio Wallace Audi

Reading Pa. rally echoes 1940 election stakes

In Reading after dark, a Democrat quoted as saying the "same old Republican big money gang" aims to regain power. Democratic leaders forecast losses for Republicans and claim gains in states like Maryland and California. They predict even chances in New York, Iowa, and several others, amid House seat hopes and gubernatorial battles. A Dayton school deficit of $61,000 prompts discussion of tutors for older students as part of ongoing budget concerns.

Ence Reading Big Money James A. Farley Pennsylvania New York State Herbert Lehman Thomas E. Dewey Iowa Massachusetts Ohio Michigan Minnesota Colorado Oregon New York Connecticut Kansas Rhode Island Maryland California

Radical scrutiny and political clash over Lafollette committee

In San Francisco last night Jon disclaimed responsibility for Knowles testimony amid reports that Knowles’ name could appear on radical lists. Barringer, ex Flint manager, criticized Roosevelt while Perkins denied Dies’ remark about cabinet ridicule. The committee refused to delay meetings before the election as Dies warned of cowardice and Democratic timidity.

RED Pate Jon Knowles San Francisco Watters Barringer Roosevelt Dies John M. Barringer Flint Lafollette (Civil Liberties) Committee Murphy Miss Perkins Perkins Gainesville Tex Harry Bridges West Coast Democratic Party

Evacuation and Education Worries Amid City Crisis

In an industrial city of 217000 the disruption hits schools and social life. Parents and police seek ways to keep youths busy as two months of high school vanish with football and social activities canceled. The Chamber seeks state aid while real estate funds are delayed. emergency measures aim to avert a broader shutdown.

R. B. Andrews Chamber of Commerce Martin L. Davey

Mercer jailed for attempted voluntary manslaughter in Princeton

Woodrow Mercer received a six month jail term after a jury found him guilty of attempting to shoot Joe Trige in a quarrel over a spring. Mercer was fined three dollars as part of the sentence.

Princeton Woodrow Mercer Mercer Joe Trige

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