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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1932
Page
4
A mix of international critique on Japan and China airs alongside regional public health updates. Editorial voices condemn aggressive moves in Asia while urging rural residents to purify well water to prevent typhoid. Reports note typhoid deaths in the county and praise filtered water’s impact, then discuss railroad rate strategies to revive traffic and prosperity.
The piece notes Farm Board flour distribution to unemployed families and calls for authentic cloth requisitions from the cotton stock to clothe and bed the needy for winter. It also reports a miner’s long fast ending with orange juice and discusses tuberculosis care. Three transatlantic planes began a perilous crossing, only one reaching St John’s. the others are missing, raising fears of disaster.
Al Smith takes on editor and manager duties for a revived Outlook Magazine after a long career as a critic and commentator on economics and politics. His sharp, idiosyncratic style is expected to spark reader interest and draw a strong following in the new venture, at least initially.
Charleston Aug 24 The House investigat ing committee attacked the use of money from the state aid to schools for funding other state accounts. Delegates argued shifting funds increases taxpayer burden while endangering elementary schools. State aid clerk Bowman corroborated, noting rural districts may lack funds to run schools beyond four months and that some counties may not receive full aid. Cook cited education as the frequent target when budgets are cut, warning delays may force rural teachers to teach without pay. Bowman estimated state aid this year under $500,000. he also noted $44,519 from delinquent lands last year and $176,418 in publication costs for handling the delinquent lands.
Albany August 24 Counsel for Mayor James J Walker warned the New York Supreme Court that removal by Governor Roosevelt would trigger a chaotic condition in New York City The brief filed by John J Curtin chief of the mayor s legal staff was Curtin s final argument in the motion to restrain Roosevelt from ruling on the mayor s fitness Justice Ellis J Staley heard the case and was to rule Friday
Charleston reports Frank Keeney, president of the West Virginia Mine Workers, was exonerated of carrying a pistol without a license and assaulting Dewey Elswith of Ward. Charges from a miners mass meeting dispute were dismissed as evidence deemed insufficient.
Secretary Hurley sharply criticized the Democratic Presidential candidate in reply to Governor Roosevelt’s Columbus address. He accused the nominee of stirring class antagonism to capitalize on discontent and to profit from distorted facts in political maneuvering.
The text notes that although West Virginia lies in the eastern territory, sub divisions of women's activities there will report to Mrs Ellis Yost, the national director of women's activities, since that is her home state.
Washington August 24 The Red Cross today reported government owned cotton has been traded for 430,000 yards of cloth to be used in clothing the needy A cotton consignment was sent to Parkersburg West Virginia
A seven point plan of action for economic recovery was presented at a luncheon by Governor Whalen, president of the Advertising Club, and endorsed by the Advertising Club of New York and the American Federation of Law. The plan calls for revision of the anti trust law, a six hour day and five day week in industry, broadening of the tax base, and reduction in government costs.
Dr. Ray Blankenship, 42, medical professor at the University of Wisconsin, died following a heart attack while driving his car on the Huntington Chesapeake bridge at Chesapeake, Ohio. The incident occurred in August.
Taylor county Democratic Executive Committee chairman Fred Gates of Flemington and others designated Attorney Frank Warder of Grafton district and Miss Lila Love of Fetterman district to form the 19th judicial circuit committee. The meeting, held in Ed Locke’s office, aims to prepare for a forthcoming Democratic convention to nominate a circuit judge following the death of Warren B. HkitHe. Unclear whether a full Barbour Taylor convention will be held or if Taylor’s members will align with Barbour County’s.
Announcement today states Jefferson Bank and Trust Company and Farmers Merchants Deposit Company of Charles Town have agreed to merge subject to stockholder approval. A meeting is set for September 20 to vote on the creation of a new bank named Farmer Bank & Trust Company with assets exceeding 1 million dollars.
New York Aug 24 Everett Sanders national chairman notified Senator Felix Hebert eastern Republican campaign manager of the extent of the eastern division territory in connection with women s activities. The eastern division will include New England New York Pennsylvania Maryland New Jersey Delaware and the district.
In Charleston on August 24 the Junior Order of United American Mechanics and the Daughters of America affiliated groups began their annual conventions. Mayor R P DeVan greeted delegates while Mrs Marthe Cerspacher of Cleveland spoke for the Ojo council. A national capitol flag, once used in Washington, was presented by Congressman Robert L Hogg of Point Pleasant and accepted by Mrs Mary Hartman of Tunnelton.
The article reports continued discussion in the Senate and House over borrowing relief money from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. A recall plan for last week’s eight member commission was debated, with the House arguing the governor and Legislature hold authority. Funds transfer would wait 90 days.
The senate moved the administration cigarette tax bill to action and the house chain store tax bill out of finance committee. Conferees settled on municipal tax cuts, state police exemptions, and partial board of education changes. A semi annual tax bill sets real estate and utility taxes due November 1 and May 1 with penalties for late payments.
In the Northern District of West Virginia, Nitia Grace An vil seeks discharge in bankruptcy. A hearing is set for September 29, 1932, at 10:00 AM in Elkins. Creditors and interested parties are invited to appear and show cause why the discharge should not be granted. Clerk to mail copies of petition and order to known creditors. Judge W. E. Baker.
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