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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1929

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Graf Zeppelin Over Arizona Attains Slower Speed

Graf Zeppelin crossed from Maricopa to Pichacho then Phoenix Aug 21 27 as weather battered the state. Reports say the craft flew at reduced speed near Phoenix after a heavy electrical storm. A Telop from Aztec 120 miles away noted activity as the flight continued toward Lakehurst.

Pantano Ariz Associated Press Tucson Pichacho Southern Pacific Company Maricopa Graf Zeppelin Phoenix Arizona Aztec Here

British Nation Sends War ships to Protect Citizens

British authorities dispatch warships to shield residents as tensions erupt between Jewish and Arab Muslim communities in Palestine. In Hebron and Tel Aviv clashes leave many dead and wounded, while British troops and police attempt to restore order amid renewed hostilities near Haifa Jaffa and Joppa.

Jerusalem Associated Press Rabbinical College Hebron Palestine Haifa Tel Aviv Jaffa Joppa

Governor to Visit Scene of Pollution

Governor William G. Conley plans personal observation of the Cheat River pollution reported again, with attempts to determine exact causes. He notes clues point to Parsons Tannery and promises further investigation, citing reports of pollution above the tannery and appeals for game protection in the region.

Cheat River William G. Conley Grafton Sentinel Conley Parsons Parson Tannery Company Parsons Tannery The

Cleveland is Trail's End for Derbies

Cleveland Australia 27 The Cleveland airport became the trail's end for fresh squadrons of cross country derby fliers today in the feature events of the day's program at the national air races Five derbies were included in the day's schedule with two reaching the finish line this afternoon One of the most spectacular derbies of the races the dash Continued on Page Two

Cleveland Aus

Packard Dies in Crash Near Detroit

War ren Packard, 35, heir to the Packard motor fortune, was killed when his private seaplane stalled at about 1000 feet near Grosse Isle Michigan. Pilot Talbott Barnard was seriously injured, expected to recover, after the craft crashed into a marsh by the Detroit River. Packard helped form the Detroit air yacht club two years ago.

Detroit Warren Packtd Packard Motor Millions Grosse Isle Mich Talbott Barnard Packard Tarnard

Exhaustive Analysis Of Crime Will Be Made by Commission

Washington Aug 27 after laying its groundwork with statistics the national law enforcement commission will meet September 4. Widespread fires today continued to menace Manitoba timberland and prairie as drought showed no end in sight. Forestry officials called the situation critical and warned rain was needed to subdue fires and prevent new blazes.

Washington National Law Enforcement Commission Winnipeg Man Manitoba Forestry Department

Immunization Drive Starts In Grafton Schools

Children in the Grafton schools will receive diphtheria toxin antitoxin free of charge next week via Dr. F. Suddarth, courtesy of the Health Department, to wipe out diphtheria. Superintendent Harold A. Rice said health nurse Edna Mason will assist as needed at various schools during the week beginning Monday at Central School.

Grafton F. 8 Sudifarth Health Department Harold A. Rice Suddarth Edna Mason Central School

Diphtheria Immunization Campaign Begins at Central School

The Grafton Public Schools and Taylor County Health Department launch toxin antitoxin vaccination for entering students. Dr F S Suddarth and Nurse Edna Mason will staff Central School from 9 to 12 daily starting Monday September 2, with attendance organized by elementary sections through Friday. Parents must sign and return a vaccination request.

T He Taylor County Health Department Health Department Grafton Public Schools F. S. Suddarth Edna Mason Central School Central Fetterman and Garrison West Side

Injunction to Temporarily Close Crow’s Nest Roadhouse

Federal Judge William B. Baker issued a temporary injunction against the Clarksburg roadhouse known as the Crow’s Nest. Prosecutors and federal officers pursued closure after reports tied the venue to a fatal altercation that left Burl Lambert dead. Subpoenas ordered owners Antonio Selario and James Puzza to appear in Martinsburg on September 23 as investigations continue.

Crow's Nest Buzzy Lambert Graftonman William B. Baker Clarksburg Antonio Selario James Puzza Will Morris Harrison County James ©. Holt Taylor County Harry Ruble Russel Farbee W. B. Brimm Martinsburg W. B. Grimm Harrison

Chicago We Will endurance plane circling for record

The Chicago We Will endurance plane remains aloft from Chicago harbor with no descent planned. Piloted by C. E. Steele and Russell Mossman, it has logged 90 hours since 6:30 am and refueling from Bix Ren lasted until noon.

Chicago St. Lois Sky Harbor Jairport C. E.steele Russell Mossman

Gov Conley warns on low age barrier in labor jobs

Governor Conley denounces employers using age limits of thirty to forty to bar workers from employment, calling it a serious social problem. He cites letters from discharged workers aged forty and above proving capacity and willingness to work, urging reconsideration of age discrimination to avoid destabilizing social and economic structures.

Gov. Conley Associated Press Virginia Federation of Labor Grafton

Labor meeting enters second day of state convention

Governor William G. Conley visited Charleston by motor to attend the West Virginia State Federation of Labor gathering at the Moose Home. He was introduced by President John Easton who expressed gratitude for his appearance and offered continued support to the delegation as the session continued.

William G. Conley State Federation of Labor Moose Home Trades and Crafts West Virginia John B.faston Grafton Goverley Easton

Governor Conley Opening Remarks From State Officials

Wm G Conley claims the highest state office and addresses the governor, saying delegates and friends welcome you as the governor begins his opening remarks.

Conley Gover

Bennetts clash over aging host at family reunion

83 year old L C Bennett denies he is too aged to entertain and insists on directing the Bennett Family Reunion plans near Grafton. He proclaims he knows more about the family than any Bennett and sets up signs, tables, and lemonade for the September gathering, inviting relatives to attend.

Strawberry” Bennett Mount Union Grafton Knottsville Road Knottaville

Use Airplanes in Smuggling Liquor Across Border

Windsor reports a Michigan pilot Ray Baumgartner was arrested near LaSalle docks amid a scheme using about a dozen air ports along the Detroit River for liquor smuggling. He and his plane were captured as authorities monitored an isolated field. A 33 page document continues on page four. Mary Eilsn Bute of Houston will be maid of honor at the launching of the cruiser Houston at Newport News on Sept 7. a Texas delegation will attend.

Windsor Ont Associated Press Michigan Detroit River Ray Baumgartner Plymouth Mich LaSalle Mary Eilsn Bute Houston Texas Cruiser Newport News

Bomb Attack Targets Chicago Political Leader in Ward Attack

A bombing in Chicago destroyed a tail store partially owned by Sol lac G. Graham, Republican leader and private secretary to Lawrence F. King. Police view the blast as possibly aimed at King’s political leadership within the Thompson faction in the 12th ward. Graham also serves as president of the ward Republican club.

Chicago Sollac G. Graham Lawrence F. King Chicago Sanitary District King Thompson 12Th Ward Sellac Graham Twelfth Ward Republican Central Committee Bia

Lay Measure for Changes in Senate Tariff Debate

Washington reports show Republicans on the senate finance committee preparing to unveil changes to the house tariff bill amid Democratic attacks. A draft majority report and the bill text are set for release, with Smoot expected to publish the text and a tentative report next week.

Washington Senate Finance | Committee Oe Man Smoot Senate

Coxey Leads Third Army To Remedy Unemployment

In St Louis on August 27 Dr John L Lavan former major league shortstop and later Kansas City Blues manager is named assistant medical surgeon for Universal Aviation Corp The movement across Ohio led by Coxey mobilizes again heading toward Washington with the aim of promoting the money at cost and non interest bond plan Continued on page two

St. Louis John L. Lavan Kansas City Blues Universal Aviation Corporation Lavan St. Louis Browns Washngton Senators Vanguard Ohio Capitol Warren Jack Sechler Goxey Jas Washington

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