Fight to Save Tiny Ramona in Ravenswood
Miss Helen Haynes, a nurse, helps Dr. J. H. Donovan in Ravenswood to save infant Tiny Ramona born near the rebuilt one room school. Nurses sent from Charleston by the American Legion care for the ill child in a makeshift incubator while the mother Mrs Ellis remains weak. Dr. Donovan reports Tiny Ramona gaining strength on the fourth day of life and survival looks hopeful.
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Ravenswood
W. Va
Helen Haynes
J. H. Donovan
Ramonais
Haynes
W. F. Ellis
Charleston
Charleston American Legion Post
Donovan
Tiny Ramona
Tony
Early Member Son of Pioneer Beall Passes Mention
Continued notice notes the passing of an early member in her 80th year, identifying her as the daughter of the late Jesse T. Beall, a pioneer settler of Grafton, reflecting local genealogical ties and community history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse T. Beall
Grafton
Beall reminiscences illuminate early Grafton Methodism
Miss Beall recalls Grafton in its youth with Beall family history near the First Presbyterian church and the old Andrews church site. She notes Bishop Andrews dedicatory services, organist Dr Compton's long service, and schoolmates including Milliard Fillmore’s classmate.
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Wang
Beall
Fist Presbyterian Church
Grafton
Andrews Church
Washington Street
Bridge Street
Main Street
Bishop Andrews
Dr. Compton
Milliard Fillmore
Till
Miss Beall
Bristol John W. Mason
Barbee
Distinguished Cleric Remembered As Beall Unable To Attend
Church members express deep regret that Miss Beall cannot attend the Sunday service, part of the life of this distinguished man of God. The note recalls a moment in shared reverence and tribute within the congregation.
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Miss Beall
Last of Three Libel Suits Dropped Against Grafton Sentinel
Taylor county circuit court discharged the last of three libel actions against the Grafton Sentinel and its staff. The suit sought 150000 dollars in damages, filed by State Road Commissioner Burr H. Simpson and attorneys Step toe and Johnson. Earlier actions by Ernest L. Simpson and the Simpson Motor Car company were dropped in November. The cases, trespass on the case, arose from editorials later retracted, targeting James F. Holt, Alice B. Holt, estate administratrix, and John J. Palmer. Clerk Frank M. Hollis notes these were among the largest damages sought in Taylor circuit court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grafton Sentinel
Taylor County
Burr H. Simpson
Steptoe and Johnson
Clarksburg
Ernest L. Simpson
Simpson Motor Car Company
James F
Alice B. Holt
Grafton Sentinel Publishing Company
Howard H. Holt
John 8. Palmer
Taylor Circuit
Frank M. Hollis
British Commons Brace For King Edward Abdication News
Parliament and dominions await a decisive statement as the empire grows impatient. Prime Minister Baldwin facedCalls for action amid Labor calls for clarity while Oswald Mosley warned against forcing abdication. Attlee sought hope from Baldwin as anxious leaders urged resolution.
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Gunumuen
Duchy of Cornwall
Dominions
Oswald Moseley
Edward
Frederick Bellinger
Baldwin
Empire
Clement R. Attlee
Attlee
Commons
Fort Belvedere
Free Sample of New High Blood Pressure Tablet
Grafton Drug Store offers a free sample of ALUIMIN Essence of Garlic Parsley tablets for high blood pressure and a booklet. Manufactured by a Chicago company, the product is reported as tasteless and odorless. A two weeks' course costs 50 cents.
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Grafton Drug Store
Grafton
Grafton Drug and Chemical Company
Chicago
Rumors Swirl as Ministers Meet Over King’s Fate
The 20 cabinet ministers met at No 10 Downing Street at 11 AM amid fog and a restless crowd in Whitehall. Rumors swirled of abdication or marriage to Mrs Simpson as Baldwin returned with a lengthy report, while Monckton and Peacock hurried to Buckingham Palace to update the king’s staff.
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Baldwin
Fort Belvedere
Theodore Goddard
Cannes
Cumberland Terrace
London
Walter T. Monckton
Sir Edward Peacock
Duchy of Cornwall
Buckingham Palace
Kanawha County Medical Society Elects Robins President
Dec 9 Kanawha County Medical Society members choose Dr. Hugh B Robins city health commissioner as president succeeding Dr. Ray Kessel of Charleston.
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Charleston
Kanawha County Medical Society
Hugh B. Robins
Ray Kessel
Public Assistance Panel Approves Most Old Age Pensions
Clarksburg Harrison County Public Assistance Council approved 43 of 46 applications for old age pensions. The vote marked a strong clearance of pending benefits as officials noted scrutiny of eligibility and documentation.
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Clarksburg
Harrison County Public Assistance Council
Flood Damage Reports Differ In Cagayan Valley
Manila December 9 Divergent flood assessments from Philippine and U S army officers survey the stricken Cagayan valley area. Captain Bilbao cites thousands missing and widespread destruction along the Cagayan River while Lieutenant Hansen doubts claims of vast loss of life.
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Manila
P. L
Cageyan Valley
United States
Philippine Army
Victor Bilboo
George Hansen
U. S. Army
Isabella
Bilbao
Tuguegaro
Cagayan Province
Cagayan River
Flood Toll Falls as Valley Quakes of Death Rise
Thousands dead and missing after a flood as Lt Hansen returns from an eight hour survey flight. Only 27 bodies reported recovered while waters subsided and river spread two miles beyond banks. Commonwealth President Quezon declared a state of calamity in Cagayan valley typhoon provinces and ordered anti profiteering measures. Sentinel want ads.
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Hansen
China Sea
Hongkong
Commonwealth
Manuel Quezon
Cagayan Valley
Paul Wehrle Named Kanawha County Clerk
Charleston dispatch reports Kanawha County Court announced the appointment of E. Wehrle to succeed J. M. Slack as county clerk. Slack, sheriff elect, resigned from the post.
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Paul Wehrle
Kanawha County
Charleston
E. Wehrle
J. M. Slack
Slack
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Kessler
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Deen Seminary
Cachan
Kentucky
Sentinel
Sidrow
Wem
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Archdeacon's Store
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