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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1932
Page
4
A countywide notice urges all tax boards to assemble today and publish levy estimates for the current year. It emphasizes public scrutiny, objections, and open hearings two weeks hence. The piece notes federal road funds may create three thousand jobs, but argues true relief requires private initiative and individual responsibility amid unemployment.
The letter rails at Charleston politics and a push to impeach Governor Conley over state employe kin. It argues nepotism claims miss the mark, warns impeachment would backfire, and notes Maryland should curb out of state arrivals while addressing winter social issues. Maud Egdell condemns Governor Ritchie’s stance on her 25 acre transfer to veterans leader Waters.
Joseph Brennan estimated two days of food remain at the Colony Site commissary as locals donate supplies. Annapolis Chamber of Commerce president David Jenkins challenges veterans presence, noting local farmers struggle to survive. Registrar Mrs. Bullion vows strict inspection to exclude radi cal elements. Major W. E. Lambert suggests the camp name may honor Governor Ritchie or Camp Hushka for the fallen veteran.
A fragment argues for renewed self support and family maintenance through crafts and service. It calls for a return to core principles and a nationwide effort to enable many people to begin anew along lines not previously followed.
A letter to The Times criticizes Grafton civic clubs for not letting the public hear John Barton Payne during his visit. The editors defend the arrangement as public inviting, noting Payne was in town as a private citizen and that tickets to the dinner were available to all.
The article discusses Ignaz Seipel as a leading figure in forming the constitutional assembly of the new state. It notes that Seipel quickly secured support from the strongest party, which promised to back him and urged loyalty to his leadership as the new regime consolidates power.
The article reviews the life of Ignaz Seipel born 1874 in Vienna a priest who rose to chancellorship in 1922 guiding Austria through inflation and debt relief. It notes his broad appeal across continents his attempts to curb social democracy and his austere religious devotion including frequent masses and prison preaching.
Wheeling reports show record Republican attendance prompting a move from downtown to the large fair grounds auditorium on the island. The venue seats over 2,000 and offers cooler riverfront surroundings with reduced traffic noise. A temporary restaurant and a loudspeaker system will serve delegates, guests, and Hoover's acceptance speech on the eleventh.
To creditors and beneficiaries of Patsy Merandi deceased, all claims must be filed verified with vouchers at P Samples office in Taylor County Bank building Sa n Taylor W Virginia before August 1 1933 or be barred from estate benefits. Beneficiaries must appear on that day to protect their interests. Dated July 25 1932. Jy 26 aug 29
Creditors and beneficiaries of the estate of W M Rector and M J Rector are notified to file their claims with vouchers verified, at the Grafton Banking and Trust Company building in Grafton West Virginia, by January 20 1933 or be excluded from all benefits. Beneficiaries must be present to protect their interests. Notice signed by John K Burdett Commissioner of Accounts County of Taylor July 19 1932.
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