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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1932
Page
6
Inga and Pinocchio pursue the witch’s dwarf who steals the toy train keys. Santa entrusts a bell for help as the pair journey with Inga’s magic basket toward the witch’s mountain to recover the keys. The mirror confirms the dwarf’s underground room and the missing keys.
Washington says a new farm relief plan would boost flour and bread prices. Miller leader Lingham warned of illicit byproduct sales and argued a processing tax would raise flour costs by up to $3 to $4 per barrel, passing about one cent to a loaf. He disputed wartime price comparisons and cited by-product sales as a key issue.
Ernie White of the vicinity called City Patrolman Earl Demoss who was visiting his location to assist after the incident. The report continues from an earlier page detailing efforts to aid and secure the scene.
In Beaumont last night a car toppled and pinned Miss Lloyd who was freed by responders. She sustained a face cut and bruises and endured exposure and shock from the cold. Uncertain details of the incident remain but she showed signs of recovery by morning. Irma Helsley of Valley Falls suffered earlier burns and improved overnight.
The report notes that negotiations must be conducted between individual nations rather than by group actions, signaling a shift in approach to international diplomacy and dispute resolution. The article emphasizes the need for direct talks and personalized diplomacy to address complex issues.
County and district officers must qualify for their terms starting January 1. County Clerk Frank Bennett plans to have his new bond ready before the date, and will swear in the officers if it does not arrive. Bennett is to qualify before Chouth Clerk Frank Hollis as the sheriff's office remains closed until settlement is made with the county.
Salem police search for a fire bug who started a blaze under the city building front and reached the first floor. Authorities identified the suspect and expect to arrest him today. Minor damage reported.
Senate vote on freeing the Philippines pledged independence in 14 years if voters approve. Senator Long urged removing the plebiscite, warning no bill would pass without it. He held the floor amid questions of constitutional theory while Senator Bingham warned Hoover would veto without a plebiscite. The original plan foresaw independence in about 18 or 19 years.
New York Giants manager Bill Terry said the club remains active in trades since 1932, with four deals already completed. The pending move is catcher Frank Hogan back to the Boston Braves, with the Giants seeking a top pitcher in return. For now a deal with Brooklyn or Philadelphia is unlikely as the Dodgers and Giants hedge through the week.
In Mud Fork a man lies wounded with a bullet in the left side while two others, Rupert Lawson and Homer Moorefield, are held on prohibition charges after a pursuit when an obstruction was placed by officers. Arnold Marcum reportedly fired at the fleeing trio and they returned fire.
The Sophomore class of city high school announces the 1932 33 officer slate with Homer Bell as president and Naomi Knotts Ruth Gerkins June Boston as officers. James Harris named chief leader. advisors include Miss White Prof Ross Yoho and Coach McKinney.
St Pauls Methodist Episcopal church presents a Christmas cantata titled His Natal Day. Norman production directed by C Howard Cameron with Mrs Nina Powell on organ. The program includes twelve arrangements in twelve numbers and features soloists such as Hugh Mc Phail and A V Cunnett.
In Kansas City, Charles Diffenbaugh aged 19 and Emmett Bowman 17 admitted in southside court that their carefully mapped two year crime project aimed to net about 2 million dollars across cities in America and beyond. Judge Carlin P. Smith questioned their ambitious targets including 50000 in London and 36000 from Paris while noting the plan had failed to produce expected returns.
The Chinese delegation to the league announced today that China would accept conciliation of the Sino Japanese dispute. It was stated that Japan may renounce supporting the new state of Manchukuo and move toward a diplomatic resolution.
A section of a bridge near Pawnee in Christian county was blown up today. The bridge serves as the main outlet for coal from the county and the blast follows recent clashes between opposing coal digger factions.
Rural boards of education face uncertain holiday recesses as after-Christmas schedules vary. Some districts may close Wednesday to January 4, others extend a week or take only a weekend holiday. County superintendent has no definite guidance on recess length beyond isolated Blueville.
City calendars show vacations announced for Simpson high and Temington districts with brief recesses while other colleges and universities plan closures. Grafon students return home as influenza causes extended time off. many districts extend holiday until after Memorial Day.
Charleston date line reports the state board of education meeting at the capitol to reorganize its work and discuss routine matters. R Moore Dodrill is reappointed secretary and Lena Kriegel remains stenographer after a transfer of duties from the board of control to the board of public works following a court decision.
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