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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1908
Page
6
F W Baumer and Company promote a strictly high grade piano offered for twenty five dollars delivered to homes with steel and scarf. Purchase during this month or next and receive a matching music cabinet as a bonus.
Henry Cunningham of Morgantown aged 40, after appendicitis surgery and pneumonia, returned to town fearing illness and chose suicide. He stayed at Elberton hotel as "James Martin," drank whiskey, used morphine, turned on gas, and was found dying hours later. He had held railroad contracting work before illness.
Uncle Jeff Shackelford, an elderly Taylor County farmer born and raised here, died at his Haymond settlement home after pneumonia fever. He was 83, esteemed for upright enterprise, with a large family and many friends mourning his passing. Funeral plans not announced. burial near his longtime work site possibly Sunday. The second item notes John H. Combs in Oklahoma City reporting strong Western business growth after leaving Grafton, with former local blacksmithing ties and friendships留
One acre of land located one fourth mile east of Thornton with a new four room house and other out buildings in good shape. Will sell cheap. Call or apply to J W Vandergrift Thornton West Virginia 3t-w
In circuit court the trial of Guiseppi Marabito and Jos Nicoletti for extortion ended with a not guilty verdict for Marabito. The jurors found Nicoletti the guilty party. Marabito, 23, came from Bretz to meet his Italian sweetheart, having sent $70 for her passage. Prosecution witness Yardo stated Marabito never asked for or received money. The defense, led by F T Martin, argued acquittal was likely.
The Sentinel lauds the new trolley street car system in Grafton as a major business venture with plans to extend beyond the East End and First ward. It predicts reduced travel costs and closer economic ties for farmers and residents, praising Col. McGraw and supporters as a lasting monument to Taylor County progress.
Reporters gathered in Charleston indicate belief that the prohibitory amendment will pass both houses and voters may decide in November whether West Virginia becomes a dry state or retains licensed saloons. Proponents and liquor interests expect decisive action amid strong public sentiment.
Benjamin Wells of near Harrisville in Ritchie County died in his 90th year leaving many relatives. A pioneer resident, he served as sheriff and justice of the peace and helped shape local development. He was brother to Isaiah Wells, and kin to T. W. Wells of the county. The obituary notes his integrity and wide circle of mourners. Farm for sale 40 acres on Sand Lick Run Taylor Co West Virginia with good improvements and young orchard. Apply to B S Wyckoff R R 6 Grafton WV.
The Philadelphia Gas Company officials reportedly have no intention to reduce gas prices in Graf ton, a claim deemed likely to reflect the truth by observers.
Buckhannon faced a severe early morning fire threatening much of the town as Weston volunteers aided with faster response. The hotel was a total loss while other buildings saved contents. injuries occurred to several Buckhannon and Weston firemen amid icy conditions. Listed losses include Central Hotel six thousand, White Scarver Furniture five thousand, A G Kiddy Furniture five thousand, Dr Landsay residence nine thousand, and post office damage, with insurance coverage varying. The incident highlights Buckhannon lacking a local fire department and relying on outside help.
Bailey Thompson, long-time Fairmont freight office man, arrived Saturday to take charge of the local freight office now led by J. W. Stiffier. Stiffier becomes agency head at Fairmont. Thompson brings extensive experience and will relocate his family here.
A Saturday night blaze destroyed the Wheeling Bread Company plant at Main and Twentieth streets. About $70 000 in property burned, with $50 000 insured. Firemen faced a collapsing wall and two injuries, Deputy Clerk Phil Bachman and James Crogan hurt. Origin undetermined due to total flames.
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