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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1930
Page
2
The article discusses when children should start piano lessons, noting that many begin at seven but find it hard. It argues the ideal start age is ten, when musical ability can be measured, and emphasizes the need for encouragement, practice, and natural engagement with the instrument. It highlights the physical and mental discipline required and the varying enthusiasm among children.
New York reports Bat Battalino, featherweight champion, prepared to defend title against Cuban Reed in a 15 round bout at Madison Square Garden as part of the Christmas fund program. Early betting shifts from Reed to even odds as fight night approaches and local fans grow convinced Battalino can hold his own. The article also notes the Suez Canal length at 103 miles.
A vintage recipe item describes baking salmon with bacon, paprika, and salt, then basting and serving with parsley garnish. Includes Lemon Sauce, Cocoanut Cream Pudding, and Afternoon Tea refreshments like Toasted Cheese Squares Grange Marmalade Sandwiches and cookies.
West Point Dec 11 report says the Army Navy football game has been deemed so important that all cadets will be allowed to attend procedures and rally remarks emphasize the special status for one day.
Major General William I. Smith, superintendent of Ute academy, announced the game would be strenuous and that full cadet corps support was needed. He remitted all special punishment and confinement for Saturday, permitting every cadet to attend the game.
Philadelphia December 12. Red Moulin eapelo rd secretary to William PB late president of the Philadelphia National League baseball club was bequeathed 500 shares of the club's capital stock under Baker's will on file for probate today.
Local reaction to Rush Holt led conference all Valley selections drawing sharp objections in Grafton and other offices. Gilbert Gratton praised as top back. Cart Rupp and Charles Griffith noted in report. Medical updates include Mrs Dee Reed and Mrs Etta Plum admitted for treatment after accidents.
Legal notice warns against trespassing on Graffin area properties. Trust deed dated April 21 1928 records W B Calkvand and Margaret Call to trustee W Merle Watkins. Foreclosure sale set for December 30 1930 at Taylor County Courthouse front door. Five acres in Maplehurst Addition plus specified Lots 8 9 10 11 in Block 9 described. large dwelling on site. Terms: cash. Signed Wmble Watkins.
A protest against Sunday movies in Grafton was filed with Mayor Charles O King by leaders of the First Baptist Church Ladies Aid Society and Woman's Home Mission Circle. The petition urges the mayor to prevent opening on Sundays and preserve the Sabbath for worship.
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