This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1928
Page
4
A Daily Mail Lahore dispatch says Kabul evacuation may begin soon while Moscow reports fourth government victory against rebels. Snow blocks air travel as stores run low and many await rescue.
Rates for monthly daily and yearly subscriptions are listed alongside advertising prices. Includes charges for mail delivery by Carrie and general newspaper ad rates, with deadlines and copy rules. Also notes Associated Press rights and contact details for inquiries and business office.
Federal authorities will dispose of three cars once property of locals after liquor charges in Elkins Court. Nash sedan used by Ira Digman to be sold at courthouse front door January 5. Studebaker sedan owned by S A Thomas to be turned over to John B Fennington on January date for two operatives. Buick sedan owned by C B Mitch and Harry Kimble to be turned over on January date for use by Pennington's department. Constable sale January 8 for household goods and farming gear to satisfy Bennett vs Clarksburg Tire Co. execution. sale by Constable Joe Bolmer per Squire Leach order.
A fragmented column blends biblical reflections with political musings on Hoover and Prohibition. It notes Hoover’s silence on a potential extra session and cabinet plans while recounting Byrd’s polar voyage and a wealthy magnate returning Christmas gifts, citing thrift as a guiding principle.
A discussion on Christmas gift excess cites Western millionaire behavior and the burden of lavish giving, urging a return to simple token exchanges. The piece also notes a flu outbreak impacting local staff at The Sentinel, causing disruptions to production and printing schedules as workers recover or stay home.
A Montgomery News excerpt outlines three classes of people in every community. The first are the unconcerned bystanders who rarely affect or hinder progress. The second, constructive citizens, voice opinions only after facts and support progress with conviction. The third, chronic complainers, harm themselves and annoy others, though their hearing has diminished.
Alexander Katoweski, released as harmless from the psychopathic hospital, returned home and during dinner fired four times at his daughter Bertha Derman, then cut his own throat. He is not expected to live.
Dispatches from Guadalajara report 27 insurgents killed in four engagements with federal troops across Jalisco. The heaviest clash occurred at Los Capellanos with 16 insurgents killed along with one soldier and two army officers. two soldiers were wounded. Insurgents were dispersed in all four fights.
A large force of police and bank guards will escort 60 to 70 million dollars in cash and securities through Denver on Sunday. The transfer marks the Denver National Bank moving from its old building to a new location along Seventeenth Street with multiple trips and up to 25.09 million per trip. Guards will have weapons ready to thwart any holdup while a 25 million dollar insurance policy covers the cash and securities for the day.
Pittsburgh date line reports motion picture magnate James Clark secretly wed Alice Leech of Pittsburgh. Both had previous marriages. Clark’s wife died over five years ago. Leech, formerly Mrs H Eggers, has since resumed her maiden name. Clark built the Rowland and Clark chain, later acquired by the Stanley Company. The couple will sail to Bermuda for a honeymoon.
In Columbus Ohio December 28 the federal grand jury resumed its investigation into Cincinnati brewery operations. Governor elect Myers Y Cooper testified. officials and employees of several Cincinnati breweries were summoned as the probe checks beer quantity and quality. Grand jury officials say all who may have information are heard. Howard T Jones, assistant to the attorney general, is in Columbus assisting.
City officers responded to a threat by Charles K. Lemons who allegedly warned of shooting Joe Allen at a hill street home. Lemons, described as combative, was found intoxicated and beaten. a gun was missing. He pleaded guilty to a drunken disorderly charge, fined $10, and jailed for 10 days after nonpayment.
A report claims Standard Oil's Ohio unit bought Petroleum Refining Company's La Itonia refinery. Rumor ties the sale to talk that Congress shifted to New York City, a story traced to the 71st Regiment Armory during a marathon event. The report appears unconfirmed.
Surgeon General Cumming warned the mortality this year may exceed 1926 as public health officers estimated about 1.25 million new cases in the United States for the week ending December 32. Census bureau reports show 710 deaths in 58 cities for the week ending December 22, up from 475 in two cities the prior week.
Plan to Make Rules Recodification, pursued for over a year, may not be finished before 1930. Changes this year for protection of backward or lateral passes and recovery of a kicked ball have proven satisfactory. Recodification aims to remove confusion and balance offense and defense, with many upsets and second-half comebacks noted. The backward pass by several teams shows promise for its future potential. No sympathy found for moving the goat.
The article notes the shift in football toward the forward pass over the last decade while praising increased field goals and greater use of the kicking game in the latter part of the season. Hail highlights the trend toward more kicking and fewer dominant ground runs, marking a change in strategy.
The Hoover entourage reports no definite cabinet picks yet with Mellon likely to stay at treasury and one more member possibly retained. Hoover plans no farm-legislation push during the current Congress and may call an extra session only if needed for farm measures. After leaving Utah, the party has nine days to reach Virginia Capes amid steady seas aboard the ship.
Two Baltimore truckmen bound and gagged described a robber who resembled Baker in a laborer setting. Police say the crime involved knowing the unlabeled poison and the cash on site. Loot included $20 and $24 from Elmer Mayhew, while platinum tools worth over $1,000 remained untouched.
Flemington return of results lists candidates Harland Kelly Victor Menear and Arthur Whitehair with slates from Peoples First and Independent groups. Second place shows D L Freeze J D Martin, while York is noted in the final line.
Voters show broad interest in the upcoming election as candidates intensify activity at designated precincts. No disorder reported. factions note smooth campaigns and orderly operations ahead of voting day.
Tromsoe Norway December 28 report says a message signed by Roald Amundsen recounts the tragedy of the French naval seaplane missing with Capt Rene Guilbaud and four others while en route to rescue Nobile disaster survivors. Authorities weigh authenticity as coast rumors swirl.
Coroner McQuate tied a Lorain salesman to a moral murder theory in the Fearn case, comparing it to the D C Stephenson trial. He said evidence may show husband influenced his wife to kill herself after the previous death, with grand jury testimony set for January 7.
The American freighter West To Tant, stranded in Bangor Bay since December 21, was refloated today and moved toward Belfast drydock. The ship, which left New Orleans on November 27 for Glasgow and Belfast, struck rocks at full speed, flooding a hold and listing slightly to starboard. Salvage operations began immediately.
Louisville detectives renewed efforts to locate Philip Haynes, a Black farmer and janitor in a city project, in connection with the murder of 25 year old widow Ela McDowell Rogers. Haynes, a parolee and earlier house breaker, is also indicted for malicious shooting after a poolroom incident. Dr. Vernon Robins examined human blood traces from the apartment basement, along with burned bones, a stained monkey wrench and trousers, while partial report details are withheld.
Indianapolis December 28 E S Shumaker superintendent of the Indiana Anti Saloon League ordered recommitted to the state penal farm to serve a 60 day contempt sentence by the Supreme court. Action was taken by Attorney General Arthur Gilliam after the governor granted a pardon and argues the governor had no authority to overrule the concurrent branch. Shumaker faced possible habeas corpus relief to escape state jurisdiction.
Little Rock Ark Dec 28 The first pardon by an Arkansas governor for a federal court conviction restores citizenship to Henry T Bolin. An opinion from the state attorney general says when a federal court imposes a sentence for a state law violation the governor, not the president, may grant a pardon. Bolin served a one year federal prison term for involuntary manslaughter while acting as an agent for the government. The attorney general also held Bolin should have been sent to a state prison.
The piece reflects on nature's beauty and the changing seasons, praising flowers and landscapes. It blends reverent verses about mother nature with musings on heavenly imagery, stars, and a messenger bird. The tone is lyrical and nostalgic, celebrating the beauty around and beyond us.
Pittsburgh markets report steady pricing on apples with Virginia Grimes Golden and Winesap types at 4.25 to 4.50 per barrel. Black Twigga priced 4.00 to 4.26, New York Baldwins 1.65 to 1.75 per basket, Rome Beauties 1.75 to 1.90, and Staymans around 1.50 to 1.75. Potatoes listed across 77 cars and 1006 50 pound sacks with Michigan Rivals at 1.65 to 1.75, Whites from New York and Pennsylvania 1.75 to 1.86, and Maine Green Mountains 1.90 to 2.01.
The notice requests all persons indebted to or holding accounts against the late Bridget Graham to promptly pay or present such accounts to James T. Murthy executor. The document cites fiduciary terms and invites settlement actions under the executor’s authority.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.