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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1921
Page
1
The state's chief executive sends a letter to the miners committee declining the demand to abolish mine guards. The document records the governor's decision and stance on the issue, noting the ongoing dispute and political implications.
In Charleston West Virginia a public reply from Governor E B Morgan to the United Mine Workers rejects a special session to abolish the mine guard system. He cites authority limits over arbitration and notes police reform after reorganization. De Valera in Dublin insists Ireland seeks independence in Dail Eireann secret session.
A State Bureau of Labor report compares June 1 and July 15 employment in 120 plants. June 1 had 26,440 workers, July 15 had 22,883, a decline of 3,607. Glass and metal industries suffered the most, losing over 1,000 and 2,000 workers respectively. firms expect slow summer months and some fall improvement.
Clyde G Turner Morgantown West Virginia Aug 18 announces purchase of used schoolbooks in good condition. John Lee Coulter dean West Virginia University will soon leave to collect USDA data on Nonpartisan League complaints in Minnesota and the Dakotas. Ladson gowns skirts and bloomers sale for $1 at Joinkes.
In Cumberland Maryland August 18 three men Thomas Gunter Glenn Tabor and Jap Kelly were jailed on $2000 bonds for a bold hold up attempt on Louis Borchert and family during a suburban car ride from Baltimore. The group allegedly stole a car belonging to Edward Firlie and used it without permission. Officers Britt and Connell faced a tense scene as the suspects blocked the road and a fight ensued. Kelly is hospitalized under guard after injuries during the confrontation. Two other suspects fled. bonds were posted for one, while two remain sought.
A tornado struck Graham Station near Point Pleasant West Virginia last night injuring three people and causing extensive property damage. W Miller was blown from the Dowers residence, Mrs George rk and her young son were hurt when a house collapsed as many structures lost roofs and barns were blown down. Telegraph and telephone lines were crippled but scattered reports confirmed injuries and damage.
Dedication service set for Clemtown United Brethren Church at 10:80 Sunday morning August 21. Rev. B B Perry of Buckhannon, former pastor of Kansas City MO, will preach the sermon. Joint choir directed by Miss Mary Hampstead will sing, followed by a noon dinner in the grove near the church. The new church is described as large and costly and all are invited.
Hundreds watched as rain ceased around 6:20 leaving darkness. The western sky then cleared and the setting sun lit banked clouds in vivid color, creating a miraculous, painterly display viewed by all as the night settled in.
In Wareham Massachusetts two Cape Verde Island men John Dies and Benjamin Comez faced 75000 bail each on highway robbery and criminal assault charges after a lone white woman was attacked at Bugzard's Bay. Miss Gertrude Butler identified the suspects and a third arrest was expected amid no repeat demonstrations. In Washington officials kept silent on Berlin peace talks as the U S and other nations pursue separate treaties with Germany and moves toward Hungary and Austria. The Budapest conference progress remains unclear but indicates a possible U S prompted treaty proposal.
The Sentinel delivery and sales boys who fully attended to duties and sold papers satisfactorily over the past week win free admission to Howe's Big London Shows Friday afternoon as guests of Manager Bush and listed sponsors.
County levying boards are urged to minimize tax levies for the coming year. State Tax Commissioner Walter Hallanan cautions boards to scrutinize all public expenditures and ensure levies meet legal requirements under the readjustment period.
Wayne Wheeler of the Anti-Saloon League attended a committee meeting on the anti beer bill. Senator Reed of Missouri called the session unwarranted insolence and criticized the discussion. Senator Ashurst of Arizona said he would not join further conferences, citing fears the Stanley amendment would be weakened by conferees.
Mexico announces a sweeping tax on lottery prizes with a ten percent levy on winnings above five thousand dollars a five percent tax on prizes from five hundred to five thousand and a two and a half percent tax on premiums and five hundred dollars. The decree took effect August 1.
Roy C. Haines of Ellsworth Missouri chosen by the Chamber of Commerce board as permanent secretary manager. He has broad executive experience including Porto Rico education work, Jamestown Exposition duties, wartime food administration, and U S Army tank corps service. He led Hancock County Good Roads, Merchants Association of Ellsworth, and educated agricultural programs. his 1920 Europe industrial survey and current study at Madison Summer School precede his September start in Grafton.
Reports from Washington detail a conflict over the Bergdoll case with Samuel Angell and Col Hunt named in a conspiracy charge. The majority urges department dismissal. the minority laments lack of direct evidence against officers.
Wayne county court records report Richard Norris aged 28 from Wayne was sentenced to two years in Mounds penitentiary and fined 600 dollars for a conviction on urgent manufacturing whisky.
Olcott Payne, wanted in Ohio County for obtaining money under false pretenses, was arrested in Pittsburgh after a two year, six state pursuit. Returned to Wheeling, bond set at 3000, opposed by local prosecutors. Alleged 1919 fraud involved sale of Penn Kansas Syndicate stock to J. B. Moss for oil field ventures.
John Harrison of Youngstown was attacked on a rural road near Rostraver Township. Robbers stole $2, a gold watch and his false teeth. The report notes the incident occurred near Greensburg, Pennsylvania, on August 18.
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