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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1935

Page

5

Schall Still Holding Own After Injury in Accident

Washington December 21 Thomas D Schall the blind Republican senator remained in grave condition at Calvary hospital after a car struck him Thursday night in Cottage City Md He suffered head injuries internal hurts and fractures of the left leg His 58 years old career included support from his staff and a wife at his bedside Officials reported his condition fluctuating but improving in spots The accident marks the third violent blow to the senate this year following the deaths of Senator Bronson Cutting and an assassination attempt on Long of Louisiana Schall was described as enjoying good health and an active lifestyle before the crash

Washington Thomas D. Schall Cagualty Hospital Cottage City R. Leen Schall Senate Bronson Cutting New Mexico

Exports Show Huge Increase In November Trade

United States exports to the world rose in November from October and November last year, driven by auto mobiles cotton and petroleum products. The month posted a $100,445,000 favorable trade balance with exports to Italy cited at $354,915, up from $6,821 in October. Overall exports reached $26,400,000 vs imports at $168,955,000, reflecting a strong surplus for the eleven months and notable shipments to Italy.

Washington United States Italy Commerce Department Fig Noy Fador

Trade data shows November export surge and import drop

The department reports November exports rose despite seasonal trends with a 29 percent gain from October while imports fell 11 percent. Cotton exports surged with unmanufactured cotton rising from 390.8 million pounds valued at 45.9 million to 620.2 million pounds valued at 75.1 million. The country shipped 2,026,622 of metals and manufactured goods to Italy and 1,340,722 of non-metallic minerals, with machinery and vehicles at 1,181,383. Details of trade with other nations were not released.

Italy jSeneral

Former insane man nabbed after brutal severing attack

Clyde Cooper, 33, claiming asylum inmate status, is jailed for slashing and mutilating his brother Bob Cooper, 35, in the presence of the victim's wife. Sheriff Tom King said the attack at the victim's home left him in critical condition. Cooper reportedly recently left a hospital for the insane.

Huntsville Tex Fames Asylum Tom King Clyde Cooper Bob King San Antonio State

Paul Gum Chosen Head of Laborers' Union

Paul Gunn was elected president of the Taylor County Hadcar riers Building and Common Laborers Union of America. Others named include A F McConkey as vice president Dorsey Poling as recording secretary Alfred Henderson as financial secretary O C Post as treasurer Fred Holinger as sergeant at arms Frank Huber as guard and Henry Cline as corresponding secretary. The new officers will take duties at the next meeting.

Taylor County Hadcarriers, Building and Common Laborers Union of America Luke Fast Paul Gunn A. F. McConkey Dorsey Poling Alfred Henderson O. C. Post Fred Holinger Frank Huber Henry Cline

Two Bus Crashes Mark Severe Winter Traffic

West Virginia Transportation Company buses were involved in two crashes amid record cold in Taylor County. One bus rear ended by a grocery truck driven by Donald Carrico, causing minor damage and no injuries. authorities argued no fault yet. The second bus from the dam to Grafton skidded into a ditch. no injuries reported and company officials withheld driver and damage details. Police noted scarce accidents due to careful driving in the freezing weather.

Taylor County West Virginia Transportation Company Lawrence Wadsworth Leonard's Grocery Store Donald Carrico Carrico Federal Dam Grafton

Mussolini Seeks Enduring Support for Fascist Crisis

The article reports Mussolini's continued discussion of the crisis with reference to sanctionist nations and the Paris peace plan. It notes British rejection of Paris proposals, French initiative, and a Volpi statement claiming joint backing from employers and workers in industry and agriculture for the Fascist program.

Paris Giuseppe Volpi Agricultture

Over Thousand Nabbed In Traffic Campaign

Denver authorities report a three day traffic safety drive netted 1,536 motorists cited. Among those fined for speeding were Police Sergeant Harry L. Reno and former Mayor George D. Begole who admitted guilt in court.

Denver Colo Harry L. Reno George D. Begole

Doctors Elect Bluefield President In Mercer County

In Bluefield on December 21 Mercer County Medical Society members chose Dr. R. R. Stuart as president.

Bluefield Mercer County Medical Society R. R. Stuart

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