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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1928
Page
2
Democratic leaders nominate Rep. John V. Box of Texas for the role of party whip in the House. The appointment signals a formal shift in leadership, aligning Texas representation with the Democratic leadership structure and signaling party cohesion amid upcoming votes.
London dispatch reports the death of Princess Clara De Wildenberg Hatefeldt formerly Clara M. Campbell. She was adopted daughter of Collis P. Huntington and widow of a Prussian nobleman, passing away today in London as the news notes her long connection to American and European aristocracy.
Two Prussian nobles living in England for years, a society leader famed for lavish Windsor area entertainments, contracted bronchitis a week ago and faced pneumonia as a serious threat. The influential figure was noted as one of Europe’s best dressed women.
United States District Court heard contempt charges against Logan county deputy sheriffs Robt Hatfield and Wayne Grover for alleged interference with a mine operation at Omar. James E Simms reportedly beaten as deputies seized him. Judge McClintic set a Jan 2 appearance. In Fairmont the murder trial of Arthur Melver, Hundred, Wetzel county, opened with illness motions and delays as defense and prosecution sparred. A health official found Melver unfit due to influenza. Separately a 70 year old man died from injuries in a Rose Dale auto accident near Normantown. Greenbrier circuit court granted a January term continuance for Andy Cade Nellie Mays and John Allen in the Snowdon Crane slaying case due to a defense witness illness.
In the case, two men were sentenced to nine years each for the slaying. Another indicted participant, Jim Hays, stood trial but the jury could not reach a verdict.
Reports detail a perilous journey by R C Hyde and his wife who vanished after departing Green River Utah on October 20. Search parties along the Colorado between Bright Angel Point and Needles face treacherous rapids and rugged gorges as authorities offer a $1,000 reward for their location.
Tony Olivia, a Parrmont resident, was arrested by federal officers last week and charged with transporting 45 gallons of liquor in a Chevrolet coupe. He was arraigned before U S Commissioner Harry Gordon in Clarksburg, posted 500 bond for federal court at Parkersburg next month, waived preliminary hearing, and returned home.
A seventeen year old New York boy pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the strangling death of his fifteen year old sweetheart in her mother's Port Richmond home. The court will sentence him Thursday under Taumes law with a mandatory minimum of 20 years and no parole until that term is served.
The widow of Arthur B. Davies, famed artist and former president of the American Painters' and Sculptors' Society, travels to Italy to learn the details of his death and locate where his ashes are kept after his death was confirmed by a cable from Mrs. Davies.
Prosecutor says Tanner admitted some role and reentered the car after quarreling with his wife near Philippi. Officers believe he strangled her with his left hand then carried the body to bushes near a church yard. Slippers left near the church door were intended to draw attention to the search.
An advertisement touts Thoxine as a safe quick cough remedy claiming immediate throat relief and internal cure without dangerous drugs. Sold by Red Cross Pharmacy and Grafton Drug & Chemical Co, with pricing 25c, 60c, and 1.00. Also promoted as sore throat relief for the whole family. The rest of the text shifts to a murder case noting a suspect’s arrest and the unidentified murdered girl found at a Philippi undertaking establishment. The article references the husband Leo and alleged affairs involving College Hill and Chestnut Ridge residents.
Bolivia accepted the Pan American conference mediation with a move toward arbitration in the Paraguay dispute while war pressures rise. The foreign minister condemned Bolivian reparations demands as a misguided step and noted defense mobilization remains for precaution. Congress calls for extraordinary sessions to address arms control and government measures.
Bolivia accepts the Pan American conference mediation as tensions ease after a dispute with Paraguay over the Chaco region and attacks on Fort Vanguardian. Kellogg forwards the offer, signaling a pathway to halt immediate hostilities.
Dickson Tennessee December 18. Fortified by two pistols strapped to his belt since a warrant was sworn for attacking a school teacher who suspended his son for not attending. Slayian Phil lips, merchant, continued to threaten after Phillips sent an ultimatum to W L Rochelle principal of Charlotte High School.
Officers report Rochelle failed to comply and the incident began when a father and son went to the school to calm a dispute. The elder remained at the store while the son received a lashing from the principal. Police feared further violence as Phillips continued brick trades and confronted by merchants.
Mr and Mrs Earl McQuay of 230 West Washington announce a seven pound boy born Friday December 14 named Joseph Anthony. This is their second child and first son. Mr and Mrs T Rogers of 220 West Boyd report a baby girl born Saturday morning December 16 named Patricia Ann, their fourth child.
Norris and Jennie Lind advertise exquisite confections at Court Pharmacy West of Courthouse. The note highlights premium candies available at this local shop.
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