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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1935

Page

7

Dalton to Get Hearing On Theft Count Today

Ted Dalton of West Hill faces a preliminary hearing before Justice Ona C. Jefferys at 2 p.m. for allegedly stealing a shotgun and rifle from Orlan Pritchard on Cherry Street. Dalton was jailed two weeks ago and will be held for the September grand jury if evidence is sufficient. the shotgun is valued at $5.

Ona C. Jefferys Ted Dalton West Hill Orlan Pritchard Cherry Street Dalton Jemberys

Harry Abbott Accepts NRS Position at Elkins

Harry A Abbott of West Main street has joined the National Reemployment Service as assistant director of employment work for Randolph and adjoining counties in the Elkins district office. He previously served as state commissioner of banking and as executive officer of a Morgan Town bank before returning to Grafton to operate a general store on West Main Street now owned by O R Thomas.

Harry A. Abbott West Main Street National Reemployment Service Elkins Randolph Mr. Abbott Morgantown Grafton O. R

Opera House Hosts Anne Johnston in Monogram Film Role

New town high school students praised Anne Johnston for music and dance which led Agfa Ansco and Monogram to select her as one of five winners of a Hollywood trip and a feature in Women Must Dress. Born in Astoria Long Island on June 12 she is blue eyed with brown hair and has earned 17 swimming medals.

Newtown High School Pretty Anne Johnston Agfa-Ansco Mono Gram Hollywood Monogram Opera House Astoria Long Island Miss Johnston Ocean

Will Rogers Remembered Across Nation In Last Curtain

A wave of tributes flowed from Hollywood to Claremore and Chelsea as Will Rogers was honored at public services and private remembrances. Notables including James A. Farley, Admiral Tarrant, Brig. Gen. Arnold, Mary Pickford, Eddie Cantor, and Clark Gable attended. Rupert Hughes praised him as a peacetime soldier while others recalled his life and humor. Will Rogers had taken his last curtain.

Nino Martini J. Whitcomb Brougher Rogers Mary Pickford Eddie Cantor Clark Gable Rupert Hughes William S. Hart Stepin Fetchit Hollywood Bowl Will Rogers Beverly Hills Claremore Chelsea Okla

Radio programming schedule and tube advertisement

A dense grid of radio listings shows programs across NBC CBS and regional stations from 5:30 P.M. to past midnight. Entries name shows, hosts, orchestras, and acts such as Allan Leaders Orchestra, Amos'n' Andy, Buck Rogers, Lone Ranger, and Dance Orchestra, alongside a lengthy RCA tubes price promo and new radios on display. The guide notes time slots, stations, and performer lineups including WGN WLW KDKA WJZ and NBC affiliates.

Nbc—News Ann Lester CBS Allan Leaders Orchestra Dka—Melody Millionaires Be—Merchants WGN WLW Jack Armstrong WFBE Wdz Lowell Thomas NBC Billy and Betty KMOX WJZ Amos Andy Just Entertainment WHAS Terry Ted Bob Elson Uncle Ezra Jerry Cooper Tony Gus Wwyva Bert Block Singing Seven Dance Orchestra Wenr Dot Will Buck Rogers Bob Newhall Lum Abner Morton Downey Boake Carter Waz Irene Rich Johnny Green Virginia Verrillma Quin Ryan Webe Roy Wilson Lone Ranger Court of Human Relations Ruth Etting Red Nichol Joe Sanders Ave—Council of ‘Churches FBE WGBF WSM Hollywood Hotel Jimmy Ward Enric Madrigue Wayne King WCKY Snug Harbor Richard Himber Grant Park Kdka—Dramatic Players Don Pedro al Pearce KDKA Fred Waring Sport Jack Randolph Bacritone Leith Stevens Glen Lee Oliver Naylor Beauty Box Herm Crone Ben Pollack Frankie Master Shandor Joe Reichman Harry Dickman Orches Veloz & Yolander Radio Ripples Billy Bissett Griff Williams Colonial Floyd Town Arlie Simmons WETNA

Strand Theatre Hosts Grand Church Set Show

A huge church set dazzled Strand Theatre guests with frock-coated ushers, flowered bridesmaids, a bride, her father, and several hundred attendees all present and accounted for in a bustling scene.

Beauty shop operator challenges surgeons to alter her looks

In a feature tale from the August 25 issue of the American Weekly, a beauty shop operator who could beautify clients but not herself dares surgeons to enhance her appearance. The colorful story appears in the Baltimore Sun Sunday American insert, on sale with newsboys and newsdealers.

American Weekly Baltimore Sunday American

McIntyre Explains Dinner Party Details

Marvin H. McIntyre assistant secretary to President Roosevelt describes dining with B. B. Robinson Washington representative of Associated Gas and Electric while senate sought Howard C. Hopson. He says he was invited by Chip Robert and accompanied by Amon Carter on the public terrace before collecting Robinson.

Marvin H. McIntyre Roosevelt B. B. Robinson Washington Associated Gas & Electric Company Senate Howard C. Hopson Chip’ Robert L. W. Robert The Treasury Amon Carter Sumer Robinson

Colored Woman Ordered To Leave City by Mayor

Mrs. Mary Henderson, a colored woman formerly of Clarksburg, was ordered to leave town by Mayor E. Otto Waugh after being arraigned in police court. Police charged her with soliciting men on the street for immoral purposes, and she pleaded guilty despite protest, with authorities saying they have evidence to prove misconduct if needed.

Mary Henderson Clarksburg E. Otto Waugh

Large turnout at Parley conventions in Logan

About 350 men and women registered for the annual conventions of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics and the Daughters of America in Logan.

Logan Order of United American Mechanics the Daughters of America

Zekan Seeks Pardon From Five Year Arson Sentence

Alexander Zekan of Rosemont was sentenced to five years in state penitentiary at the February Taylor county circuit court term after a jury found him guilty of setting fire to his own property. He announced plans to file a pardon petition, though no grounds were stated. Warden C F McClintic indicated the petition would be filed on Monday.

Taylor County Alexander Zekan Rosemont H. W. Dent C. F. McClintic Zekan

Classified rent ad for apartment at Li Trobe Street

For Rent apartment listed at 140 Li Trobe Street with unit 128 61. Property rental details not fully readable but indicates an available residential space managed or posted in a classifieds section. Likely involves address, rental reference numbers, and contact info not fully captured.

Litrobe Street

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