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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1927

Page

4

Newspaper Classifieds and Editorial Notice Rules

The text outlines Associated Press rights, republication policy, reader letters limit of 400 words, anonymous communications not considered, inquiry for ad rates at the business office, pricing at two cents per word for first insertion and one cent for each additional word, same day ads due by 9:00 p.m., extra 5 cents per inch for late composition, and removal notices due by 6:00 p.m. the preceding day. It also mentions removal notices and general submission guidelines.

Associated Press Avs

Psalm and the Los Angeles kidnapping case

A Bible thought opens with a psalm verse while discussing the widely followed Los Angeles schoolgirl kidnapping and murder. The piece analyzes the suspect’s confession, public reaction, and calls for accountability, noting the difficulty of preventing such crimes and the recent sale of the National Tube Co. plant in Wheeling to Wheeling Steel Corp as a sign of economic change.

Los Angeles Oibense Jas Pacific Coast Cap Wheeling National Tube Co Benwood Wheel Ing US. Steel Corporation Wheeling Steel Corporation Riverside Steel Trust J U. S. Steel Corporation

Elevator operator’s benevolence story ends in doubt

A Pittsburgh tale recounts a woman who left her estate to a stranger elevator operator after he lent her money and coat to return home. The romance collapses as the operator admits forging the will beside the deceased, revealing how practicality and skepticism crush a rare act of generosity.

Pittsburgh Consid

Undertaker Dies After Funeral in Norwegian Church Scene

A Norwegian report describes an undertaker dying soon after a funeral for Mrs. Johnson in Freda Ander. A letter found with the body urged the police chief to take charge of the estate. The tale includes a church aide and a water operator linked to years-old events.

Lutheran ‘Church Freda Ander

Will Rogers Lindbergh stunt risks professional diplomacy

Washington observers saw a bold three way act by Will Rogers Dwight Morrow and Charley Lindbergh as a rare bid to defuse U S Mexican tensions. The trio’s performance in Mexico City and Valbuena drew praise from crowds while diplomats fretted over the breach of protocol and potential harm to official relations.

Ington Central Press Ashington D. C Dwisht Morrow Will Rogers Charley Lindbergh All Mail Washington America Mexico City Dicu Caramba Herr Gott United States Ware Sheffield Mexico Humpriat Latin ‘America Dwight Murrow

Elks Prepare for Big Santa Party for Children

Elks Club announces a Christmas party for youngsters with a large tree and Santa Claus arriving Sunday night at 7 30 to distribute gifts. Dod Haslup chairs the event as plans are set to welcome children from the city and share cheer. Santa will also visit other homes tomorrow night before returning to the lodge.

Santa Claus Elks Club Santa North Pole Elks Lodge Elks Dod Haslup Yther Christian Aig

Executed for a Christmas Day Brawl in Urbana

Herschel Andrews, 35, Black, was executed today for the death of Thomas Tate, 45, Black, after a holiday quarrel at a soft drink parlor. Andrews had sought multiple legal delays, including a recent sanity hearing granted a week ago.

Urbana Dee Herschel Andrews Thomas Tate Andrews Tates

Heifetz Concludes World Tour with Global Music Praise

Jascha Heifetz returns from a two year world concert tour in New York praising global music devotion. He notes high enthusiasm among Chinese and Hindu audiences and observes strong Mexican and Singaporean audience interest, despite a violin string break from heat.

New York Jascha Heifetz Mexico Singapore

For Rent Six Room House On West Washington Street

For rent six room house on West Washington Street with bath and electricity. Apply 393 Barrett Troste. Phone 870 W. 248-5. Also another listing: attractive four room cottage with bath large level back yard ideal for garden on Thayer Street West Side. Call 1638 for 712 F. 24a tt.

W. Washington Street Thayer Street

Kidwell Under Sharp Teapot Dome Cross Inquiry

Washington, Dec. 23. Edward J. Kidwell faced another grilling today as prosecutors pressed him in the Teapot Dome tampering proceedings. He accused Assistant District Attorney James J. O Leary of forcing false affidavits and glared at the prosecutor between questions. Justice Siddons warned him not to speak to anyone about the case. Defense lawyers charged O Leary sought to stretch the session to block cross examination before the holiday recess.

Washington Edward J. Kidwell Dome James J. O'Leary O'Leary Kidwell Siddons Charles A. Douglas Burns Justice Siddons

Youth killed by fellow jail inmate in Huntington

William Jordan twenty died in a local hospital after being knocked to the concrete floor by a fellow prisoner, A R Moore, following a quarrel. Police and jail officials said Moore admitted pushing but denied striking, with a third inmate eyeing the blow.

Huntington William Jordan Aocal Jordan Yestern A. R. Moore Moore

Notice in Chancery Divorce Case Denton versus Denton

The Circuit Court of Taylor County West Virginia orders Dalia A. Denton to appear within one month of first publication to protect her interest in a divorce suit filed by Glen Denton. The order, published in the Grafton Daily Sentinel, names Frank M. Hollis as Clerk and C B Wyckoff as attorney for the plaintiff. The docket dates are December 9, 16, 23, 30, 1927.

Cation Post Circuit Court of Taylor County West Va Glen Denton Pst Dalia’ A. Denton jDef Menga Thia Grafton Daily Sentinel M. Hollis C. B. Wyckoff Pit

Pittsburgh Markets Livestock and Produce Summary

Pittsburgh market report from December provides cattle hogs calves and sheep with mixed to steady bids. Hog numbers exceed two thousand with tops around 9.00 and bulk buyers paying 8.00 to 9.00 for various grades. Cattle demand steady to higher for best loads, calves and sheep show modest gains. Produce section notes slow demand with apples cabbage onions potatoes and onions offered at varied regional prices and ranges.

Pittsburgh U. S. Dept. Agriculture U. S. Department of Agriculture Virginia Baldwins New York Kings N. Y Baldwins Virginia Delicious Ohio Baldwins Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Delicous, 3.00. Cabbage — 8 Cars, Steady; New York Virginia Sa Michigan Ohio Wisconsin Maine

Weather Bureau Unable To Forecast Far Ahead

Washington reports the Weather Bureau cannot forecast beyond 36 hours for Santa Claus flying conditions. Forecasters admit today is not one of the days they can predict two or three days in advance. Outlook remains for mostly fair and continued cold weather tonight and Saturday with uncertainty for Christmas Sunday and Monday.

Washington Santa Claus

Court seeks order to stop Ben's Colony assets drain

Renton Harbor Mich December 23 reports that the House of is sending large sums to England and hopes to complete there the gathering of the 144000 elect taught by Benjamin F Purnell. The action speeded the state petition to the supreme court on Thursday to prevent dissipation of any of the colony's assets.

Renton Harbor Mich House of England Benjamin F. Purnell Supreme Court

Our Fire and Theft Insurames Policy For Cars

An insurance policy for fire and theft is described as essential as a carburetor for a car, emphasizing the necessity of coverage for modern vehicles and the protection it provides against common risks. The piece argues for prudent risk management and the value of financial safeguards in automotive ownership.

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