Sentinel editorial on rates and politics in West Virginia
The Grafton Sentinel argues its pricing is fair and condemns underhanded free-space boosts by rivals. It discusses Pressley Morris for Congress, river and harbor funding hopes, a correction about attribution to Morgantown papers, Sunday liquor laws and enforcement, rural carrier pay proposals, local option, and the ethics of paid political communications in newspapers.
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Marion Allender for Circuit Clerk nomination
Marion D. Allender emerges as the Republican candidate for Circuit Clerk in the upcoming primary on May 26. A Taylor County native now in his 39th year, he has served as a city police officer and letter carrier, and for three years as deputy sheriff under Sheriff Means, with a record of steady public service.
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Wanted Good Cook Woman Preferred Apply Sentinel Office
Help wanted for a cooking position at the Sentinel office. The ad seeks a capable female cook and provides the contact number 289 41 for applications.
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Engineer's Complaint on Railroad Discipline and Accountability
An engineer voices discontent over harsh discipline and trumped up charges while workers warn the company records only punish, not reward, highlighting saved thousands in preventing wrecks. The piece notes senatorial rules in voting on a Prohibition amendment and calls for a fair record of deeds. Morgantown Post context.
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West Virginia Faces Virginia Debt Settlement Bid
The report outlines a joint conference effort to settle the Virginia debt issue, with West Virginia urged to settle any owed amount. Both houses debated the resolution, Democrats opposing immediate passage citing debt risks and party strategy. The commission may aid in a just settlement, while actions in the supreme court and possible Virginia legislature moves loom.
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West Virginia suit outcome teased by master in chancery
Traction Men Hold Meeting reports progress on Grafton Street Railway extension plans. Directors Col John T Mc Graw George Hartley B F Overholst Samuel L Dillinger W H Conaway H P Gilmore and J H Rock Jr affirm line improvements and future car additions for Grafton with expansion to nearby points. The Fairmont West Virginian notes strong optimism for potential growth in the city.
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Tramp at Sleepy Creek Telegraph Tower Defied by Operator and Rifle Threat
At Sleepy Creek telegraph tower of the B & O a tramp stayed the night after operator McCullough refused him access. The man drew a .44 revolver and claimed he would remain. McCullough then retrieved a Winchester rifle, ordered him to leave, and the tramp obeyed after being threatened. The incident ends with the tramp retreating from the doorway.
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