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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1932

Page

3

Christmas Party of the American Legion Auxiliary Post No 12

The American Legion Auxiliary Post No 12 held its annual Christmas party at Miss Frances Campbell's home on December 14. A short business session preceded readings and carols, gifts were distributed, and refreshments were served. Members listed include Mrs Otto Poe, Mrs Lulu Evans, Miss Betty Williams, and many others.

American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 12 Frances Campbell St. John Street Anna Craige Misa Frances Campbell Betty Williams Jannetta Hardin Otto Poe Lulu Evans Mary Wagoner R. B. Wilams Eva Turner Veronia Turner Lena Gehen W. Ey Hardin L. M. Loran D. A. Moore James Roe Anna Cruise McVicker Maybe Six

Annual Woman's Club Meeting Set at Presbyterian Hall

An incomplete notice indicates the Woman's Club will hold its annual event this year at the Presbyterian Hall, with organizers aiming to gather members for the forthcoming program. The fragment suggests community involvement and a formal gathering.

My Beauty Hint for Lustrous Hair

A beauty tip advises stroking the hair briskly a hundred times daily to distribute natural scalp oils. The routine is split into 50 strokes after waking and 50 strokes before bed to revive a dormant scalp and soften dry hair.

Howards Visit Ends With Arm Break in Graf ton

Mr and Mrs J L Howard of Imperial W Va arrived in Graf ton for holidays. Mr Howard fell at A L Blues home breaking his arm and was rushed to the hospital where he is progressing as well as can be expected. Mrs F P Young of 247 W Main St recovering from influenza is improved. L E Weaver of Haymond settlement was a business and social visitor in Grafton.

J. L. Howard Imperial W. Va Grafton Howard A. L. Blue F. P. Young Main Street L. E. Weaver Haymond Settlement

Proposes Tax on Securities Held Abroad by Foreign Debtors

Washington on December 17 Representative Britten proposes a tax on private and governmental securities held by America against foreign nations that have defaulted their debts to the United States.

Washington Britten America United States

Holiday Gift Ad From Red Cross Pharmacy West Side

An inexpensive gift catalog from Red Cross Pharmacy West Side highlights ARMANDS BOUQUET FACE POWDER SETS at 50c, Williams Shaving and Toilet Set for men at $1, Parker's Pens at 25% off, large Christmas greeting cards half off, Five Pound Candy Boxes from $1 to $3, comic vanities 50c, two stationary specials, gift cards, playing cards, bill folds, flashlights, thermos bottles, Ronson lighters, cigarette cases, ladies leather handbags, all at special prices.

Armands Williams Parker Ronson RED Cross Pharmacy West Side

Weather Halts City and County Work Progress

Severe weather stops city and county improvements with near completion on Maple Avenue. L. F. Sawyer home site grading continues. A retaining wall is being formed with stone and crushed rock for surfacing. Heavy stone and tar later planned for a final hard surface. Slippery conditions prompt ashes and cinders on bridges and streets including Grand Street post office curve Leonard Street Market.

Nyy Pric Esr Maple Avive L. F. Sawyer Grand Street Park Road Leonard Street Market

Mystery death of Eva Volpe in Lake Erie sparks family doubt

Officials ruled Eva Volpe a 21 year old Cleveland governess died by her own action after her body surfaced in Lake Erie. The Volpe family disputed the finding and alleged foul play despite the initial autopsy.

Eva Volpe Cleveland Lake Erie Praca

Radio Schedule Highlights From Saturday Evening Programs

Saturday December 17 radio listings by the Associated Press show NBC WEAF CBS WABC and NBC WJZ networks with hourly lineups of orchestras bands talks and dramatic segments for Eastern Time. Notable entries include Jane Froman's Band Duke Ellington scattered selections and a Theodore Downey appearance alongside various orchestra lineups and a public institute at 3:15.

Nbc-Weaf Beau Balladeer Vienna Tango Orchestra Senatary Hawkins al Bernard the Circle Jane Froman Geo. Olsen Don Bester Paul Whiteman R. Kirbery Weems Orch Lopez Orchestra Cbs-Wabc E. Duchin Skippy Tito Guitar the Funnyboners Dance F. W. Wile Redman Meyer Davis The Magic Voice Abe Lyman Stokowski Symphony Morton Downey Public Institute Vaughn de Leath Lombardo H. Stern Ted Fiorito Stanley Smith

Why children differ in temptation and self control

A reflective piece argues that two brothers faced the same idle Saturday differently. One seeks adventure stories while the other rebels with tools to build a sled. Parents err by comparing them. instead, understand each child’s desires and temptations and avoid harsh judgment. Temperament affects impulse control. praise for restraint matters.

National Commander Endorses Christmas Seal Campaign

OUISA JOHNSON the National Commander of the American Legion buys Christmas seals from Girl Scout Maxine Martz in Clarksburg West Virginia to aid local tuberculosis work. Herbert Woolard shows an educational poster as the season's seal is displayed. Johnson urges support for 2084 affiliated associations nationwide and cites clinics sanatoria open air schools medical and nursing services research and education as ongoing tools in the fight against tuberculosis.

OUISA Johnson American Legion Maxine Martz Clarksburg West Virginia Herbert Woolard Commander Johnson United States America

Of the Day Pengoche Candy Recipe And Dishes

A collection of breakfast and supper ideas with recipes for Pengoche candy Bettina Baked Pears Penoche For Christmas and related dishes including grapefruit muffins omelets roast beef and green beans with notes on serving. Also corrects an earlier price error for Heinze mince meat bells at Piggly Wiggly stores.

Friday's Sentinel

Radio Schedule and Funeral Notice Blend

A historical TV radio grid lists times for orchestral gems, Eddie Cantor, talks, and ensembles including Ohman Arden and the Melodies of the Balkans with various acts. The text closes with a funeral notice for Jorve Brown of Belington, mentioning his brother R M Brown and Brown of Belington’s travel to attend the service.

Eddie Cantor Ohman & Arden Seth Parker Donald Nevis Chirlie Barr Tren. Brown Belington Aera Jorve Brown R.M. Brown

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Woman's Club Elks Home Howard Cameron Walter Chrislip Noie Bickford Washington Street Will Clark W.A. Harrison Beech Street First Christian Church Mary Loucile Dennis Frances Ridenour Parkview Jackie Travium G. T. G. Sewing Club J. A. Sinclair Stenat Fano Pawin Baptist Church Baptist Young People’s ‘Union First Baptist Church Leslie Crawford Herod Lillian Harvey Sperlax Asperla Union Drug Co Court Cross Pharmacy Love Drug Co Piggly Wiggly Coats Associated Press NBC WJZ Lee Sims & Orchestra Fields and Hall Merle Thorp Mer Cherteetr Pencenem Shilkvet Frank Buck Ray Knight Commander of Sidney Fox Charles Behan New York Harrison N. Y Behan Pengoche Penoche Angela Patri Fred Allen Dr. H. W. Haggard Red Adams Lambert and Hillput Walter Winchell Orange Lantern Sam Herman Xelnphane Spd Grafton Printing CO R. L. Newson Sentinel Bldg Sig Ben
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