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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1933
Page
2
Willy Nilly discovers multiple scissors buried in a fireplace ash bed. Christopher Columbus Crow dismisses the question after a quick reply about a recent supper, leaving Willy Nilly puzzled by the strange hiding place.
Christopher insists he did not hide the scissors and recalls nearly drowning after being left alone. Willy Nilly apologizes for their thoughtlessness and both parties seek forgiveness as they discuss the scare and recovery. Tomorrow Christopher's Fun.
W V August 16 1933 Keyser letter to Charleston about dismissal from Potomac State School after six years teaching. Warns officials must justify action to public and citizens, claiming silence implies fascist sympathies and undermines democracy.
In a bold boast the Puffy arrives with a racing machine plan to seek work on the track. They promise to put on speed beyond any seen before, rallying hopes of a swift job in town.
A sociologist urges Americans to organize leisure like wartime effort. Under NRA expanded free time must be directed, with experts teaching wholesome, economical play and staggered recreation to avoid congestion. Emphasis on hobbies, hiking, table tennis, gardening, and amateur sports over costly pro entertainment.
The letter from Robert T. Kerlin of New York demands a straight answer on tenure, qualification, and conduct for Potomac State School's head English department. Kerlin, a veteran educator and taxpayer, calls for direct Board action and cites widespread concerns among WV public school teachers.
Engagement of Colonel Henry Huddleston Rogers, 53, Standard Oil heir, to Mrs Pauline Van Der Voort Dresser, 40, a descendant of Peter Van Der Voort, was announced in New York. Rogers is described as socially prominent and the match involves a prominent oil fortune.
The City of Washington earns wide attention due to ongoing activity and events affecting welfare. The text notes national capital interest and wealth of opportunities, inviting participation in an excursion package for two.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers a very low rate excursion from West Virginia and Western Maryland to Washington on Saturday August 26 returning Sunday August 27. Trains depart local points and arrive in time for a full day of sightseeing at the Capitol Washington Monument Lincoln Memorial and other attractions. Return trains depart Union Station at 7:00 P.M. on August 27 with onboard refreshments available.
Travelers arrange ticket purchases ahead of time when possible to secure seats and avoid last minute shortages. Officials advise early booking for peak travel periods and suggest checking alternative travel dates to maximize options.
Fairmont reports General Glass Company of Ohio considers reopening the Monongah Glass plant after Labor Department notification to Senator M. M. Neely. The company awaits a National Recovery Act glass code clearance, then will study conditions and likely reopen if favorable. Georgia textile relief notes 1,500 employed at Gastonia in first week of code.
A tattered vagrant living in a lean-to of billboard tarpaulin is sought as the possible killer of Ann Ulm a 45 year old New York spinster who summered at Lake Hoptacong. Her body was found wedged between tree trunks with a rope, autopsy shows crushed skull and no sign of robbery. Police note old sightings of a bearded ragged man near the hollow. Ulm was the chiropractor Otto Rautenbach’s sister.
Washington August 16 The National Recovery Law a pillar of Roosevelt’s economic program was upheld in principle by Justice Joseph Cox of the DC Supreme Court The judge did not rule on the law’s constitutionality but rejected a plea by Texas refiners challenging recent Ickes orders prohibiting interstate oil shipments produced in violation of state separations The decision rests on the belief that the orders fall within regulatory authority and do not infringe constitutional limits
King City, Mo., Aug. 16. Pumpkin pie, a favorite autumn dessert, has a summer forerunner in this region fried pumpkin blossoms. After harvest, the blossoms are salted briefly, dipped in a batter of milk, flour, egg, salt, and sugar, then fried in butter until crisp and brown.
Chicago grain markets reopen with a maximum five cent per bushel fluctuation. Board of Trade directors met and did not rescind the July 31 peg removal announcement. In Washington, Secretary Wallace said the administration would stay hands off and seek other ways to aid wheat and grain farmers.
Charleston August 16 The appointment of Delegate G A Davis of Cabell County as an inspector for the road commission. Davis duties have not been assigned but he is expected to be stationed in Cabell county. The commission also announced the appointment of L E B Harrison Jr of Huntington as a junior engineer to be assigned to inspection duty.
Washington August 15 The War Department announces the appointment of Ira A. Pitsenberger of Williamson West Virginia as a second lieutenant in the Infantry Reserve Corps.
Brooke Peters argues that portraying parents as flawless idols alienates children who later seek truth and realistic guidance. Recognizing human weaknesses helps build enduring bonds and real friendship between generations rather than distant reverence.
A lost pocketbook with lime on papers offers a reward. Contact the number 175-117-41 to arrange return.
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