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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1935
Page
7
Kelvinator Corporation unveils a bold 36 sales program described as the most aggressive in its history. The plan emphasizes heavy newspaper advertising to drive early sales, with officials stating that using newspapers helps present compelling stories to buyers.
Burt Barnes a 65 year old blind street musician was found dying from a fractured skull in Chicago as his black and white mongrel dog lay by his side whining when the ambulance carried Barnes six blocks to the hospital.
A dog that belonged to Barnes tragically accompanied his body to the morgue, where attendants report the animal has been fed and appears to grieve its master. The incident highlights the deep bond between pet and owner as the animal remains near the casket area.
Berge Simonson of Ortonville wins the title by 58 ears to 57 over Ed Kottwitz. Simonson plans a steak supper after the contest while Kottwitz cites a heavy breakfast but says he will go easy at dinner with ham burgers and water.
Copenhagen expects King Christian to travel to Brussels for Queen Astrid of Belgium funeral rites. A three week Danish court mourning may be ordered. Astrid, daughter of Christian’s sister, was beloved at the Danish royal court since childhood.
In the September 1 issue of The American Weekly, a feature reveals how the stage, screen, and opera fates mirror radio stars. The big Sunday magazine, distributed with the Baltimore American, promises engaging stories and insights for readers.
A dense listing of radio programs across NBC CBS and local stations with personalities such as Ann Lester Allan Leafer Jack Armstrong Wayne King Vivienne Les and Austin Wylie presenting drama orchestras singers and orchestral pieces across 5:30 to 9:00 PM including Orphan Annie First Nighter and Himber's Orchestra among others. Programs feature a mix of music talk drama and variety with multiple station identifiers like WGN WFBE WJZ WTAM WLW and WCKY.
The Raven screens tonight and tomorrow with Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi in a starkly menacing tale of mad love and torture. Irene Ware stars with praised scream talent, promising standout turn in this period horror showcase.
Strand Theatre presents MGM Continental romance Escapade with William Powell in a new kind of role and introducing Luise Rainer as his leading lady. The film includes whimsical Viennese gayety, musical sequences, and a life-like Caruso opera moment.
Shirley Temple stars in Curly Top at New Dixie Theatre where a lonely bachelor adopts her and her sister Rochelle Hudson. The Fox film blends comedy drama with new songs and intricate dance routines as romance grows in a palatial Southampton setting.
Katharine Hepburn highlighted as she plays a complex young composer in Break of Hearts. The role blends Morning Glory lightness, Little Women warmth, and The Little Minister tenderness, with Bernard Newman designs. The film opens at the Opera House this Sunday.
A fun clash of romance and comedy unfolds as Spencer Tracy, in a new Fox film, drives into a wreck at eighty miles per hour sparking a love match in a small town. Wendy Barrie makes her Hollywood bow in this lighthearted outing.
The vast troupe boasts Guy Johnson the southern black dot Frazer and Frazer top hand balancers The LaFons from South American capitals Morris Nelson The Crooning Troubadour Morgan Sisters Rhythmic Stylists Bea LaVarne Carl Fischer Palais Royale Orchestra plus dazzling Palais Royale beauties embodying elegance and style.
Hundreds of mourners watched the queen's funeral cortege pass the palace as King Leopold, fatigued and somber, awaited the procession. Children played in a villa garden unaware their mother would not return. Outside, thousands crowded the gates to pay last respects on the disagreeable weather day.
Mrs. Mary Poe Wood of Wickwire community, aged 83, has recovered enough to move about her home after a year of serious illness. She recalls Civil War era memories from her youth and wartime events. At the Poe reunion Sunday at Devers Grove, she was the oldest Poe present.
Canning workers filled two 52 gallon barrels and two 38 gallon containers yesterday at the Gratton Banking and Trust company building canning center with more kraut expected today from fresh cabbage grown on the two county commodity production gardens.
Miss Jean Law of Wetzel county will reign as queen of the harvest at the Panhandle Autumn Festival on September 11. She won the high score in a health competition among Panhandle 4-H girls. The festival runs three days.
Bankruptcy notice for Arctic Club Ice Cream Company and Loren Hoffman at 13 Beech Street West Grafton listing furniture and vending equipment to be sold at public auction Saturday August 31 1935 at 2 PM with items including tables chairs peanut roaster cash register fountain syrups and ice cream vending accounts open for inspection at the office of the undersigned trustee John L Hechmer Auction notice dates August 21 23 26 28 30.
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