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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1900
Page
1
J W Beaty was found guilty of murder in the first degree for shooting his brother in law David A Nine near Terra Alta Preston county. Judge Holt will impose the death penalty by hanging on Friday morning after a four o clock trial conclusion and fifteen minute verdict.
Indianapolis Dec 13 A appellate court decision fixes gas company duties to patrons who pay in advance for gas. Companies must supply gas in proper amount or face damages. refusal or short supply cannot be excused by lack of gas or fuel. Patrons plan suits, city officials promise action for two-year prepaid gas.
A community feature describes a carload shipment of holly and Christmas trees to the pump factory. It notes the installation of Carpenters Union No. 702 in Grafton West Virginia, with officers elected and a midnight banquet at the New Windsor Hotel. It lists visiting members and locals, then shifts to a commentary on West Virginia’s image due to recent shootings, defending residents as industrious and peaceful, followed by a local surgeon and shop notices.
Washington reports on a Senate proceeding observed by Representative Alston Gordon Dayton who wandered into an executive session by mistake and was escorted out by doorkeepers. The piece also notes a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad agreement setting ten hours as the daily limit from January 1, 1902, with overtime for excess hours and a long campaign by railroad workers for shorter shifts.
Edward Ashby son of Henry Ashby from Grafton died at Fairmont hospital last Saturday after an appendicitis attack and operation. He was about 18 or 19, well known in the city. Parents reside at New England near Fairmont and he was buried there on Sunday. The notice also advertises holiday slippers at HC Compton's.
The West Virginia University Board of Regents held sessions at Parkersburg and dismissed Professors Hartigan and Armstrong from the faculty. The article notes Armstrong’s sudden removal without charges of immorality or incompetence and without allowing him to defend himself, prompting protests from Regents Davis and Eastham and opposition from anti-Raymond factions.
A brisk holiday notice highlights Carroll's Comedy Company performing a full week at Brinkman Opera House starting December 23rd. The piece notes a world of novelties and festive entertainment as the community enjoys a season of shows and local events.
Martha Stewart of this city received a letter from her son Walter now in the Philippines. Walter, a well known colored boy born and raised in Grafton, joined the army over a year ago and sailed from San Francisco August 11, reaching his destination September 28. He describes stopping in Japan where one man aboard the transport drowned, though he notes no other deaths. He says they are having a good time with little fighting, though the regiment was camped near rebellious tribes and he worries about possible action.
Samuel O. Kester of Booths Creek Harrison county died aged 76. A stock dealer and farmer, he leaves about 10 000 in cash and 100 000 in estate. His fortune stemmed from managing the Cyrus Ros and Peter B Righter estates through marriage and purchase. He married young Mrs Templeton, gaining wealth, and had no children.
Marriage invitations announce the January first wedding of Capt. Richard C Estepy, B&O conductor, to Miss Caroline Eleanor Davis of Liberty Town Maryland at the M E Church. Brides parents Dr and Mrs Lhos L Davis host the ceremony book. Friends of Capt Estepy extend congratulations in advance.
A ten year old boy, Louis Rausher, son of Lewis Rausher of Wess Grafton, drowned after breaking through thin ice on a river near Ed Moran’s residence. He drifted beyond safe ice while testing it with a stone. Two companions cried out, and local residents attempted rescue but ice halted access. The body was recovered too late. Funeral set for Friday at 10 AM from the Catholic church.
Elijah B. Glenn, a former B. and O. railroad man from the county, writes from Seattle about a trip with an engine from Corry Pennsylvania to Oregon’s gold fields, taking twenty four days. He visited Washington and Oregon, plans to stay until spring, and mentions Harry Snively and several Grafton friends.
A stranger taken by health officers three weeks ago and moved to a pest house outside town has nearly recovered, says Dr. Lanham of the state Health Board. Careful quarantine has kept the sick isolated and no new cases have appeared in the county. If vigilance continues, residents have reason to feel fortunate to have escaped the disease afflicting neighboring counties.
The Wilfred Street residence of Mr. and Mrs. M Wyckoff lit up on Wednesday night December 1 1900 as Horace arrived and Rev J D Simmons ushered in the ceremony. Miss Myrtle Wyckel wed Edgar Cuffman in a formal nuptial. A reception followed with refreshments and social merriment as guests offered congratulations to the bride and groom.
Rev Dr Flanagan hosted a five o clock dinner for city clergy on Washington street in honor of Rev J D Simmons pastor of the Baptist church who has tendered his resignation effective at the start of the new century. The gathering drew praise as a most enjoyable social event and generous hospitality by Dr and Mrs Flanagan marked the occasion. A reform school transfer followed as policeman Will Shumaker took Willie Gubming a boy about twelve to thirteen to Pruntytown after the county home and other hardships in his youth. Ladies felt shoes offered by H C Compton at a dollar await customers seeking warmth and comfort this week.
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