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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1929
Page
4
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A mixed editorial notes Bible thought and prayer for children as a priceless heritage. It cites Matthew 13 44 about treasure in a field and discusses postwar Allied occupation troop withdrawals from the Rhine by Christmas and evacuation plans, plus prison construction costs and a rise in life insurance outstanding totaling about 1000 billion dollars, reflecting on national prosperity and wealth spread.
Cross country derbies wrap up with two pilots signaling departures. Philadelphia derby reaches Syracuse with Errett Williams of Greenville leading at 4 hours 16 minutes. Oakland derby halted at Fort Wayne with three pilots remaining. Loren Mendel of Los Angeles tops elapsed time among those still aloft.
A West Virginia speaker argued that the gross sales tax blocks industrial growth and causes production to move to neighboring states. He claimed repeal would restore timber and other products to the state, benefit Grafton industry, and spur broader West Virginia economic revival. Fellow critic Mr. Bartlett contended the tax harms statewide industry and urged revisions to the long-standing system.
Morgantown August 28 Congressman Bowman told the state convention of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics that passive indifference and excessive tolerance threaten America's stability. He argued tolerance can become treason if it erodes loyalty and devotion to the nation amid international pressures. He also cited the Dawes and Young plan payments and hinted at possible concessions with Germany to reach an accord on reparations.
The governor denounces gang violence threatening law and order and urges citizens to re enroll in the nation’s cause, likening modern struggles to 1917 1918 wartime duty. Dr James A Duff of Martinsburg was elected commander of the American Legion West Virginia department succeeding Stanley C Morris of Charleston.
Rescue workers press on for two miners trapped in a mine after a squeeze incident. Efforts paused overnight due to continuing debris and rock chippings from pillars and gangway settlements delaying access to the trapped men.
Estimated incomes show small changes across districts with slight differences in outlying mag and internal levies. Booths Creek, Court House, Fetterman, Flemington, Knottsville and Road Hand Sinking Fund valuations and levies are listed for 1928 and 1929, with 15 and 29 cent rates yielding modest increases or decreases.
Germany’s acquiescence is needed as it involves surrender of its share in the sure plus of the Dawes plan payments. The note continues from page one, outlining the implications of Berlin’s stance on reparations and international financial arrangements.
MacDonald secluded with extra assistants after a three hour conference with the president and state and navy department officials. Cotton declined to reveal the nature of the task that kept him busy through the night.
Experts hired for the study will report tomorrow while the minority reports on the bill stay undecided. Representative Mary Norton of New Jersey says the preliminary Democratic attack highlights the measure as hitting women’s households and personal expenses, adversely affecting 8.5 million female wage earners who must stay well dressed to keep jobs.
Citizens report massive fish death along the stream near Rowlesburg. Governor Conley says locating violators of game laws is difficult, but prosecutions will proceed with sufficient evidence. Officials urge public help to identify offenders and curb the pollution.
Graf Zeppelin under Dr Eckener wastes no time as it heads from the Texas panhandle toward Cleveland for the national air exposition, with plans to overfly Lakehurst after a stop in St Louis and Chicago. adverse winds and storms slowed progress, while the craft traversed from Los Angeles toward El Paso and Sierra Blanca before briefly entering Mexico and returning toward the Texas route.
Governor William G. Conley arrived at eleven this morning to address the State Federation of Labor convention at the Moose Home in Graton. President John B. Easton welcomed him and thanked him for his acceptance, stressing the union’s appreciation and readiness to assist if needed.
Governor Conley denounces arbitrary low age limits for workers over 40, arguing they harm both labor and economy. He cites letters from displaced workers and warns such barriers threaten social stability while praising Labor Federation's leadership and urging equal opportunity for middle aged and older citizens. He champions labor capi tal cooperation and notes high American wages and standards.
The airship traversed a corner of New Mexico and brushed the Texas panhandle into Oklahoma. It maintains a compass course through Oklahoma as it nears Lakehurst, aiming to close a roughly 23 day round the world flight once set by John Henry Mears and B D Collyer in an airplane.
Harrison and Taylor county authorities met with citizens in a morning pow wow at the Court House to review the Oval Rosemont road. They concluded that completion would be deferred pending county finances. County President Chase Warder said he favors patience and will give the project continued attention, noting funds are tight but public sentiment supports moving toward completion.
The Sentinel showcases a three pound five and a half ounce beetlenk tomato from Mrs. Nathan Shroyer of Millersville. The fruit, claimed as the season’s largest home-grown, was displayed at Turner's News Stand show.
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