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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
1
A damaged clipping describes a violent confrontation involving a man and woman at an event, with injuries and tensions linked to a domestic dispute. It references names such as John and Harry, several people injured, and mentions legal actions and bonds related to local officials and charges.
Payday on the Baltimore and Ohio railroad in Grafton and Monongah divisions marks the largest July payroll in company history. Strong shop output at Mt. Clare and other B&O shops boosted repair work, with nearly all locomotives active and overtime common. Bankroll rises reflect broader business prosperity and expectations of continued good times for months ahead.
A long running feud erupts on Mulberry Street when Amato Santaniello stalks Rafael Cascone at his all night cafe and fires five shots. Cascone dies after a dirk attack by Cascone’s wounded foe. Police detain Amato as Cascone dies in hospital. Weather: showers tonight or Friday, warmer.
Misa Bridget Nolan of North Scranton is killed by neighbor John F. Dean who says a white dressed figure attacked him with a broom and he struck back with a cobblestone. Dean surrendered to police. Nolan wore only a nightgown.
In Huntington West Virginia Judge Taylor delivers the written opinion on gambling indictments. He notes the state failed to prove the cases meet the statute and highest court interpretation and finds the existing law inadequate to prevent gambling behind locked doors. Prosecutor Smith vows to continue efforts to disrupt professional poker in the county.
The Y M C A committee announced a star lineup for the coming Star Lyre course, featuring Brush with Freder ick W. Stitt, the John Hberly Concert Company, and the Inimitable Lou Beauchamp, plus the Chicago Ladies Orchestra. Tickets urged early. Lincoln pennies circulate in Grafton with Merchants and Mechanics Bank stocking $100 worth and 7,000,000 minted nationwide. details describe design elements and inscriptions.
Secretary W R Williams of the Grafton Board of Trade is organizing a big pottery company to erect a plant near rich clay deposits. C M Raile of Clarksburg testifies the clay is the best in the region and discusses site, railroad sidings, and a $50 000 capitalization. The venture promises year round production with home labor and no union limits.
The Casino theatre presents Jola's Comedy with dogs performing drills and stunts ending in an electric circle finale. Also billed are the Ringling Brothers and a feature on the dangers of cocaine. Other acts include a patriotic song and a picture program. showtime is 7:30.
A fragmented ad-like note advocates Lane's Family Medicine herb tea as a simple remedy for common female health complaints. It presents the product as a natural aid to ease headaches and irritability, targeting women and family care.
Readers were invited to watch the baby beauty contest at the Dixie Theatre attracting families from across the city. Spectators praised the playful blooms of the participants while noting the community’s lively support, despite rough weather forecasts and a late afternoon crowd at Grafton Park.
A movement in Grafton forms to raise funds and erect a granite shaft honoring those who defended the nation in the sixties. A committee of bankers and civic leaders was named with Dr. Av as president to secure funds and prepare an address urging county residents to support the patriotic project. Career traveler C T Bartlett plans a Pittsburg and Niagara trip.
U S steel and a network of manufacturers ink substantial deals for steel and rail equipment. Contracts include one thousand box cars five hundred reefers five hundred ventilated cars six locomotives and two electric engines, plus heavy orders from Bethlehem Gary Pittsburgh and Baltimore companies. Total value exceeds six million now and may top ten million with pending agreements.
Washington reports that the Information division of the Department of Commerce and Labor placed work for about 9,000 people in six weeks. Most headed to Northwest wheat fields while factories also show labor demand, with officials stressing unskilled labor as the focus amid protests from labor organizations.
Salt Lake City Utah August 12 crowds watched the Grand Army of the Republic parade in the forty third encampment. About 100 children and 20 veterans were removed for heat and distress as the living flag formed. Six thousand veterans walked past 100,000 spectators. Notable units included the Green Mountain boys of Vermont, Arkansas and Illinois contingents. Some banners recalled Civil War prisons Libby Andersonville Macon and Tyler among others.
A report from the Sentinel Tagt pvontog describes a lawn party hosted by Mr and Mrs Alph Shaw on Thursday night. Guests included Mike Mirginia Okéewen and Thomas, with Bon McCloskyx and others in attendance at Wheeling.
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