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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1909
Page
4
The Knottsville correspondent argues for a Taylor county county fair to unite farmers and boost local products. He notes nearby counties already host fairs, suggests capitalizing on Taylor’s poultry display, and asserts a fair would benefit producers and consumers by improving county outputs.
The article argues Turkey faces a critical split within its army amid a tense Southeastern Europe scene. It notes German influence waning after Abdul Hamid’s fall, English prestige rising in Constantinople, and hints at hidden European meddling as Salonika troops prepare for action. It mentions figures linked to Turkish and European power unions and a fading German fl ai t with a fragile balance in the region.
The Sentinel pledges to publish misuse of authority and injustices without color or delay. It vows to condemn wrongs, defend honesty, and inform readers on all sides while reserving the right to judge. Weather forecasts and local industry relief are mentioned as timely public concerns, with a call to support local employment via the Empress Glass Plant suggestion.
A reader letter in praise of Peruna describes lifelong use by a housewife and her family, noting relief from throat, stomach, and catarrhal issues. Testimonials from Augusta Ochs and Mrs Ballardy emphasize health improvements and continued reliance on Dr Hartman’s remedy. The piece links Peruna’s popularity to trust built over decades and widespread domestic use.
The American soprano Mary Garden declares that no singer can be a prima donna and a wife at the same time. Rumor links her to Prince Mauro cadatto of Russia, but Garden asserts she is happily wed to her art and uninterested in marriage as a path to fame.
The Merchants' Protective Association reported a lively, progressive membership at last night's meeting. They discussed reviving the Empress Glass Company plant in First ward by staffing with workers from Mannington and reopening the factory. A committee will study conditions to assess startup viability, with the Board of Trade urged to cooperate fully to restart the Fetterman factory if feasible.
A letter laments vandalism during Clean ing Week as a well kept yard in Grat ton was damaged last night. The writer condemns vandals who trample flowers and plants, ruining months of work in a late night act.
A Sentinel observer notes fresh chalk writings in the jail where prisoners last night dug through a wall to liberty. Among the names is Les Miserables Jean Valjean, suggesting a suspect self-comparison by an unjustly treated arrestee.
From Philadelphia comes news that Henry was jailed for assault and battery on his wife after blaming buckwheat cakes for his temper. He claimed he faced buckwheat cakes morning noon and night and even at light meals, leading to a violent outburst and his imprisonment. The piece notes sympathy for provocation but upholds jail as proper for striking a woman.
The Grafton Traction Company plans extensive summer improvements extending to Flemington, expected to boost Grafton Taylor County commerce and connect with Pittsburg and Elkins by a new trolley route. They seek one third funding from the county court and one third from the city for a new bridge over the Tygart Valley river, replacing the worn structure and enabling broader trolley service and regional development.
The State Journal hopes to see intelligent road building become the rule rather than the exception. Patten denies intent to corner Maywheat but settling fellows care little about intent. Charleston and Huntington preparations for a big celebration when the trolley line links the two cities. Diaz announces another run for Mexico’s leadership. Taft’s messages are shorter and may be read by all. Huntington Advertiser notes federal judgehip criteria. Minnesota bans cigarettes, likely reducing asylum populations.
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