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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1934
Page
4
Howard H Holt publisher of the Grafton Sentinel announces weekly weekday publication. Offices listed at 107 Latrobe Street Grafton West Virginia with business editorial and news departments and printing job shop numbers.
Funeral was held at the home of a niece Ibeth Handley at 301 Been. Miss Calder Stanton, 79, died Friday at City hospital from complications after a fall six weeks earlier. Rev. James E. Fidler of First Baptist officiated. burial in Bluemont Cemetery with Bartlett Funeral Co. in charge.
The document lists publication rights and editorial guidelines. It covers AP fee rules, letters to the editor limits, ad pricing, submission deadlines, and removal notice timing, emphasizing exclusive use of dispatches and standard billing terms for classifieds and notices.
A historical column analyzes the death of President Hindenburg and the rise of Adolf Hitler, noting Germany's central role in Europe and potential impact on neighbors. It contrasts Hitler's rapid ascent with Hindenburg's fall, and discusses U S labor leaders shifting stance on the New Deal as unemployment figures remain troubling.
The article laments labor setbacks under the new deal era and notes thundering disputes over collective bargaining. It details Engineer McEnteer's visit to Gratton regarding repairs to a private Pottery Bridge and outlines plans for a permanent highway bridge near Park View, proposing petitions to decide location and urging a public meeting by the Park View Boosters club.
Howard H. Holt announces candidacy for senator to represent Marion Monongalia and Taylor counties in West Virginia. He asks Republican voters for support and votes from Grafton in a May 31 1934 statement.
A candidate outlines plans for constitutional changes and fiscal reform. He argues for a short ballot, revised tax laws, and school and public utilities reforms. He pledges to support organized labor, protect taxpayers, and promote water power development while balancing county and state control.
The author, a Grafton native and West Virginia lawyer, announces his candidacy as a Republican. He states he is not aligned with any class or industry and pledges fair-mindedness toward all, stressing loyalty to party principles and belief in Republican leadership for state government. He invites supporters to place their confidence in his integrity and ability.
Multiple notices announce court sittings on August 15 for twenty six days to examine indebtedness. later, a notice to creditors of B L Powell’s estate due by February 2, 1935. and a lien claim procedure in Chancery against J O Jaco and Ida B Jaco with a deadline of August 28, 1934.
G H Dubois of the local naval recruiting office announced plans to open recruiting sub stations in Clarksburg and Fairmont. Clarksburg will host the office in the new post office and operate on the first and third Tuesdays monthly. Fairmont will be in the municipal building and operate on the second and fourth Wednesdays monthly. B T Oates has been assigned as an assistant. Gunner Dates, from Tennessee, plans to move his family here when housing is found.
George L. Blaney, a noted local artist, has completed a fine copy of Daniel Sherrin's Where Angels Fold Their Wings and Rest. The image portrays a serene valley stream, with tranquil mountains and large boulders on either side, captured in vivid colors and notable beauty.
Former Congressman Carl G Bachmann of Wheeling visited Grafton in support of his bid for the Republican nomination and to win back his old seat. He predicts a substantial margin of victory despite facing notable opposition this year.
Candidates filing for Tuesday's primaries have completed their expense accounts with County Clerk Frank Bennett. Among those reporting, Mrs. F Suddarth seeks Democrat renomination for the house of delegates with expenses of 5.50, John B seeking the Democrat nomination for justice of the peace with 8, and Frank M Keane seeking the Republican nomination for county commissioner with 3.97. Myrtle M Thayer, Republican county executive committee treasurer, filed a statement showing no contributions and no expenditures.
A political appeal seeks Republican support in Taylor County for the First West Virginia district nomination. The speaker promises an active campaign if nominated and pledges to uphold constitutional government and Republican principles valuable to both employers and labor in the industrial district.
Democratic and Republican candidates announce runs for Tay Joy County and Taylor County Court short term seats. Levi J Wilson seeks Democratic nomination for county court with August primary. Howard H Hour seeks Republican nomination for state senator for the 11th district. Harvey A Thornton also announces Democratic candidacy for Taylor County Court short term.
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