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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1932

Page

2

Radio Program Listings For NBC CBS NBC Networks

Radio program guide from Associated Press lists evening schedules on NBC and CBS networks with orchestras hosts and shows including Dinner Orchestra Organ Recital Harriet Lee and Boys and many orchestra lineups across 5:00 to 12:00 hours, detailing time slots and performers. Names include Paul Whiteman Orchestra, Mills Brothers, Lombardo Orchestra, Eddie Duchin Orchestra, Benny, Jack Benny, Amos and Andy, and others.

Nbc-Weaf Donald Nevis Harriet Lee Boys Lanny Ross the Goldbergs Richard, Crooks Gypsies Parade of States Radio Forum Kay Paul Whiteman Baron Lee Ralph Kirhery Buddy Ers Hotel Cbs-Wabc Reis and Dunn Vaughn de Leath Funnyboners Sid Gary Jones Orchestra Qui Trappers Tito Guitar Prof. McLemore Sam Kate Smith Budd Mills Brothers Howard Lanin Shilkret Orchestra Lombardo, Orchestra Charles Carlile Martin's Orchestra Barlow Symphony Eddie Duchin Joe Reichman NBC WJZ Graham Prince Lowell Thomas Amos ‘N' Andy Stebbins Boys Jones & Hare Orchestra Jack Benny Whispering Jack Smith McCravy Brothers Summer Symphony Frankie Masters Carl Moore

Grafton Couple Relocate to Mother's Home Area

Mr and Mrs Nathan Hall announce their move to Gratton following Mrs Kimmel’s ill health. Hall, linked with W J Gilmore Drug Co of Fairmont, will work for the firm from Gratton, replacing Wig former home at 515 Gaston Avenue. Mrs Bin Willoughly and sister Mrs William Dimmitt travel from Bluffs IL to New York after visiting Ayapeek with Mr and Mrs Jos of Pruntytown.

Nathan ‘Co. Hall Kimmél Hall W. J. Gilmore Drug Company Fairmont Gratton Wig Gaston Avenue bin Willoughly William Dimmitt Bluffs, Til New York City Ayapeek Jos Pruntytown

Tax Limitation Amendment Ballot Text Authorized

West Virginia voters are to decide on a constitutional tax limitation amendment at the November election. The measure would cap state and local property tax rates, allow increases only with a sixty percent voter approval, and set revenue use rules with exemptions for education and agriculture. The ballot specifies For ratification or Against ratification and names officials responsible for ballots.

Grafton City Levy Estimates for Current Year

Grafton council, August session, estimates the current year levy and disbursements. The schedule lists expected receipts from licenses, hospital, crematory, water, paving, and other funds, plus delinquent lands, with total disbursements including police, fire, street maintenance, cemetery, and utilities.

Clete Bernas Rei Water Department Seeman

Flemington Levy Estimate Details Tax Rates and Valuation

The Flemington Town Council of Taylor County West Virginia on August 2 1932 approved a municipal levy plan to raise funds for current year debt service and general purposes. The document lists estimated receipts 143.47 in city treasury 30.00 delinquent lands recovered 13,273.62 other items and disbursements including salaries street lighting police and administration with total levy need 41 000. The real estate and personal property values are shown as part of the taxable property assessment totaling real estate 5 014 120.00 personal property 1 274 430.00 public utility property 1 787 715.00. The certification is signed by Fred V. Kunst finance commissioner and Stanley Flem in recorder.

William E. Willaby William &. Wilson Lacey Taylor County Bank Grafton Taylor County West Virginia William P County of Taylor I. Wm. G. Conley City OF Chas. O. King W. P. Withers Fred V. Kunst Adva General Fund West Virg Gton Flemington Towit A. ‘N. Stewart Stanley F der W. D Bors Angus State of West Virginia Virgco Stanley Flemin Stanley, IG Flemin Recorder Pigtiing

Hoover notification luncheon invite at White House

Members of the Hoover notification committee including Charles Isaacs of Natchez Miss and nine others have been invited to a buffet luncheon at the White House on Thursday August 8.

Washington Hoover Charles Isaacs Natchez Miss White House

Gerda Faces Rivalry When Baby Joins Family

The tale follows Gerda during the months before her baby brother's birth as she forms a protective bond with her mother and struggles with sharing parental love. She adapts to the new family dynamic, shows pride in the infant, and reveals an inner conflict when she rejects the baby, illustrating a child's typical response to a new sibling.

Gerda

Potomac State School Receives Full Accreditation Review

Potomac State School, a junior college, has earned full accreditation review status from the North Central Medicine council. Departments include Prelaw Dentistry and Engineering. administration and culture divisions focus on science and education.

North Central Medicine On Prelaw Dentistry Bess ‘Administration Enginee Culture

Fall session opens Tuesday September 13 1932

A school announces the fall term opening with a roster of housing facilities and a revised catalog offering particulars for prospective students. The notice references dormitory accommodations and a new unit structure for courses, inviting inquiries.

Silent Reassurance in Turbulent Relationship Strain

A lingering exchange seeks to reassure a partner of continued love while granting space for a difficult adjustment. The dialogue implies emotional friction and a need for honest, time-bound reflection before commitment resumes. The tone is intimate and cautious, focusing on patience and trust.

Men’s Conference Closes at Massanetta Springs

Harrisonburg Virginia August 8 The Men’s Conference under the Synod of Virginia at Massanetta Springs closed Sunday night with large turnout from the Valley and the Synod The Bible Conference opens today with 29 speakers and singers including nationally and internationally known figures Special lectures will be given to ministers by expert speakers.

Harrisonburg Synod of Virginia Massanetta Springs Wade de John Finley Wil- See School of Music

Townsend Pledges Relentless Drive For Tax Amendment

Tax commissioner Townsend announces wholehearted support for a constitutional amendment to broadly classify property and cap tax rates, urging West Virginia voters to approve in November. He credits legislative action and public sentiment after years of advocacy, while noting potential legal obstacles. He warns property owners of future protections against confiscatory taxation.

Charleston Aug Jalit. c. Townsend Townsend West Virginia State Senate Wes Vitsinia

Daily Cross Word Puzzle Solution of Yesterday

Puzzle page notes yesterday’s solution for the daily cross word, listing clues and answers in a compact format with reference to the newspaper’s puzzle section. The item emphasizes the completed grid and word placements for readers.

Heaven on Earth at Opera House features Lew Ayres

The film Heaven on Earth stars Lew Ayres with a strong cast including Anit Louise and Elizabeth Patterson. Based on Mississippi river life themes from Burman’s novel Mississippi, the picture follows river culture and the feud between stemboaters and shanty-boaters as Russell Jack directs, drawing on Burman’s river lore from his jail voyage and travels.

Mississippi Universal Heaven On Earth Burman Leorn Ing New York’ World Cincinnati Times-Star Boston Her Ald Lew Ayres Anit Louise Harry Beresford Elizabeth, Patterson Charley Grapewin Russell Dack

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