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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
4
The Gratton Sentinel reports Isaac J. Thomas withdraws from the primary for county assessor due to business demands. Thomas, with Jones and Thomas contractors, says time constraints prevent campaigning, while noting his aptitude for property values and that Republicans show harmony as Democrats grow cold feet.
The Wheeling News editorial notes that members of the Grafton area board of trade formed a poor impression of a town with bad streets during a state excursion. It suggests cities must keep streets in good order to avoid unfavorable views from visitors, and questions whether Grafton was the town in question.
A Harrison county editorial urges nonpartisan support for superior roads as essential for all residents. It argues bad highways drain pocketbooks, hinder deliveries from Grasselli to Point Comfort, and raise costs for consumers and businesses alike. The piece stresses shared stake in better thoroughfares and timely improvements.
The Clarksburg Telegram argues that bad roads raise costs for wholesale, retail, and consumer alike. It stresses the county court’s duty to improve roads for public welfare and notes local support in Taylor county for bearing the expense, comparing it to Harrison county.
W. T. Wells of Court House district announces his candidacy for county commissioner. His career spans Grafton, railroad work with B&O, mill and planing operations, and leadership roles in local enterprises. He resides near Pruntytown on the Alford Rector farm and serves as a director in the Pruntytown Telephone Company.
A flood of Republican announcements in Taylor County outlines sheriff hopefuls and other offices. Candidates emphasize independence, road improvements, and county service, with calls for primary support and pledges to pursue best interests and tax fairness.
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