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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1913
Page
7
Secretary McAdoo prepares to distribute government bonds totaling 40 million to agricultural regions. Officials expect the move to ease crop season financing and bolster bank liquidity as shipments and farming advance.
Nellie May Newman 29 wife of Edward E. Newman assistant secretary of the Cleveland Trust Company shot herself at their home in Cleveland. She had twice attempted suicide within three months prior to this morning's fatal act.
Berlin officials indicate Germany likely will not be represented at the Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco in 1915. The interior secretary says no action has been taken yet, but official circles foresee nonparticipation, noting Britain’s choice not to attend influences Germany’s stance to avoid unfavorable comparison.
In Washington on August 1 the Diggs Caminetti debate closed as Republican leader Mann launched a sharp attack on the administration and Attorney General McKeynolds over postponement of the prosecution. Chairman Clayton of the Judiciary committee offered a forceful defense as crowded galleries watched Mann’s remarks.
A partial telegram to United Mine Workers leaders cites Mother Jones and General Felis Diszix proposed to run a strike strategy for Mexico's presidency. The note questions why miners in Calumet would be involved as 18,000 union workers idle amid militia arrests and ongoing strife.
Isle of Wight Aug 1 renowned seismologist Prof John Milne died Thursday. He built global earthquake stations and studied tremors, shaping modern seismology. His death ends a pioneering career dedicated to understanding earth tremors and advancing worldwide seismic networks.
A young man tried to steal Ben Hur flour from Lear & Moe but was outwitted by clerks who swapped the bag for bricks and sawdust. The plan backfired as the thief, unaware, would-be regained his flour only by returning the bricks. Prosecution possible if he reappears.
Emory J Poe aged 60 of Grafton died Friday at his St Charles Street home after weeks of illness. Born in Taylor County in 1853 he moved to Grafton 32 years ago, ran a transfer business then a grocery. Survived by wife Bridget Carr and four children from his first marriage. Funeral Monday at 2 30 at First Baptist with Rev L J Powell. interment in Doumont Cemetery.
New York Aug. 1 Mrs Mai Barker stage name Reynolds a star who acted with Fanny Davenport and Mrs Fiske and her daughter Margaret also an actress who worked with Chevalier in Daddy DufraD were killed in Ossining last night. Patrick Skelly a local hackman drove onto the New York Central tracks in front of the Lake Shore limited and the two women passengers on the rear seat were instantly killed while Skelly escaped unharmed. Skelly has been arrested.
Trenton New Jersey August 1 Daniel H Tolman money lender with a chain of offices recently in large cities throughout the country was warned by Judge Gnitchel that he must remain out of the money lending business for three years on a penalty of imprisonment. Tolman pleaded guilty to violating New Jersey law and was fined $1,000. If he conducts money lending anywhere in the United States or Canada during probation the court will deem probation broken and cause his arrest. The article notes a curious remark about the difference between roasting and freezing in the context.
Marshall Reid narrowly escaped death in Atlantic City when his hydro aeroplane lost control after takeoff. The craft plunged into the sea a short distance from shore, but boats reached him quickly and brought him safely to the shore.
Associate Press dispatch from Washington reports Secretary Bryan stating after a conference with President Wilson that the United States is not being pressed for action in Mexico. He denies any European pressure on the U S to take aggressive steps and says the morning papers’ claim has no foundation.
Elkins West Virginia August 1 A Chicago source says the Belington and Northern plans a Daniel to connect Pittsburg and Lake Erie to the lakes and Western Maryland rail line to the water for coal regions. The proposed route would run from Fairmont to Elkins along the Monongahela river to Grafton and Belington, threading through Tygarus valley to tie with Western Maryland, with secrecy about the project to protect coal properties. The aim is to open tidewater access for B N coal from Monongalia Marion and Taylor counties, shifting long hauls and boosting Elkins as a B N division center.
Wheeling Knights Tem plar announce elaborate plans to attend the September conclave in Denver. Special trains will run from Cincinnati and Columbus to aid West Virginia and Ohio commanderies. Delegations from Wheeling and nearby towns will join Columbus knights at Columbus, with Charleston and Huntington units traveling with Cincinnati. An exact Wheeling count is not set, but a score or more plan to go.
In Chicago a man shot his wife three times as she kissed an admirer at a cemetery entrance in Forest Park while awaiting the burial of their five month old baby, then chased the admirer and fired again before attempting suicide. Police detained him as the wife died at hospital and infant burial proceeded with friends present.
August 1 in Waynesburg Pennsylvania Mrs Mary Lantz wife of farmer Charles Lantz was instantly killed when a shotgun exploded while he shot rats on their farm near Waynesburg The blast also severely injured his right hand Morgantown August 1 West Virginia National Guard rifle team for Camp Perry international matches Aug 15 to Sept 1 is chosen from Camp Cadell Preston County and yesterday the team was named with members including Colt Jolliffe Sargeant Stewart Chandler Thomas Fluharthy Burdett Davis Kennedy Cole Skidmore Heffner and others with alternates listed
John Purroy Mitchell, 33, collector of the port, was nominated for mayor of New York on a fusion ticket by a committee of Republicans, Progressives, and Independents opposing Tammany Hall. Charles S. Wittman, Republican, re nominated for county prosecutor after loss in the mayoral race.
In Venezuela the federal council authorized President Gomez to assume dictatorial powers as Castro-led forces move to crush the revolt. Castro reportedly landed at Coro, with Caraca origin rumors, while no Venezuelan troops were dispatched yet to confront the uprising. American Consul Roetter reported Castro’s landing at La Guaira.
Bangor Pa August 1 The fire started late last night and menaced the heart of the Bangor business district. The plant of the Flory Miller Company operating machine and foundry shops was destroyed except for a small building. The mill and grain elevator and the Flory Miller dwelling were burned. Total loss estimated at 750000.
August 1 an avalanche of injunctions served on the police today virtually prevented enforcement of the new taxicab ordinance which cut fares by a third and abolished private taxi stands. Hotel and restaurant keepers contended they cannot provide guests proper cab service without private stands.
Washington July 31 Secretary McAdoo said the treasury would not call for more margin on the United States two percent bonds to secure National bank circulation due to the decreased market value of those securities.
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