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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1932

Page

4

Fragmented Coal War and Sheriff Sale Reports

A nameless regional newspaper column discusses protests by coal producing states over import duties, the altered customs orders, and the impact of foreign coal on Eastern markets. It contrasts the sheriff’s delinquent-land sale with prior, busier auctions, analyzes real estate values, taxes, and reform calls, and touches on political disputes over Hoover era policies and the Ruth Judd case in Arizona. The piece blends national economic debate with local tax and property sales observations.

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Fragmented Crossword Clues From A Murky Page

Puzzle text contains jumbled Across clues and stray letters, naming various illegible entries, garbled words, and mismatched fragments. The readable bits reference positions, numbers, and partial terms but no coherent solution or theme emerges from the OCR.

Einstein Ideas On Effective Teaching For Princeton

Prominent physicist and mathematician Einstein, preparing to sail for America and later head Princeton’s School of Mathematics, advocates four hour school days, vocational training, and reduced emphasis on history. He argues pupils benefit from practical work and selective study, aiming to cultivate well rounded individuals rather than rote specialists.

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City project funding and new loan request move forward

A continuation on page one notes monthly loan costs from a $325 fund with a pending governor’s commission decision on a further January February loan. The city and county project labor lists rise as investigators finish tasks and applications receive final action.

Governor’s Commission Charleston

Coal Industry Defies Depression with Record Output

The piece notes coal mining, despite widespread misery, posted new production records in the past year as mechanical mining rose 21 percent while hand mining fell. It compares coal's performance to broader industry and agriculture, suggesting a shared relief trend amid a pessimistic era. It also criticizes politicians for fostering an elevated problem mindset among farmers and coal producers.

The American Congress

Farmers storm tax office in Arborg Manitoba protest

In Arborg Manitoba farmers gathered to protest rising farm tax burdens. Hundreds disrupted a tax office destroying records and assessment sheets in response to delinquent tax sales, an act described by the Fairmount Times as a mistaken but serious protest.

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Unclear OCR Note on Light Bulbs from Japan and America

Fragmentary text questions bulb origins and life expectancy. Mentions bulbs possibly from Japan and America, hints at price, flood concerns, and reliability issues but content is garbled and uncertain. No definite facts or names clearly identifiable.

Attempted assault on former Kaiser at Doorn castle

An unidentified man slipped into Doorn’s imperial gardens last Sunday and was captured in the castle lobby by servants who handed him to police. He claimed to be seeking the ex Kaiser, offered no sane motive, and was released. Investigators doubt a clear plan and keep the intruder under guard as they resume inquiry.

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Army Moves to Aid Families in Need This Holiday

Army planners announce moves to deliver cheer to more city and county children and ill mothers. Volunteers will work through guardians, bringing gifts and necessities. two kettles operate, and a red house setup in First National Bank square will stay open through the holiday season to assist families.

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Reform Efforts Stall In New York County Government

Albany report notes a Republican led legislature made little progress on Roosevelt era reforms during a brief extraordinary session. No bills emerged in the Senate or Assembly, despite Democratic push for virtual state receivership and a reorganization plan backed by former Governor Alfred E. Smith and others.

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College enrollments rise despite low mood in 1920s

Cincinnati report shows college enrollment at 543,169 full time students with 85,863 male and female students in 1927 from 1981 figures. Dr Raymond Walters of Elmira and Swarthmore notes greater interest in liberal education over specialized training and says overall growth exceeds 1927 levels despite a plateau in higher education.

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Forman Named Postmaster At Philipp

Washington December 13 Representative Bowman recommended appointment of Joe N. Forman as postmaster at Philipp. Clay Scott resigned prompting the vacancy and Forman appears poised to take the role.

Washington Bowman Wesh

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