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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1934
Page
2
A reflective essay on the new year’s promise for children and youths. It argues that even when resolutions fail, the act of assessing faults builds character. It contrasts youthful optimism with cynical views of luck, emphasizing sportsmanship and accepting outcomes.
President Roosevelt writes to Mrs Grace Morrison Podle of the General Federation of Women's Clubs saying the nation begins a new era with opportunities and a chance to improve conditions for more than 120 million people. He speaks of inventories, resolutions, and striving for a better country both materially and spiritually.
Finnish authorities say Arvid W. Jacobson formerly of Northville Michigan is linked to an international spy ring under France investigation. Jacobson and his wife are detained in Finland while Mr and Mrs Robert Switz are held in France as part of the case.
New York reports indicate a strong Christmas buying volume across districts, aided by wintry weather and fresh merchandise demands. Dunn & Bradstreet notes substantial gains in most branches versus 1932, with cheerful outlook especially in rural areas where farmer checks in the crop adjustment program bolster buying power.
The Associated Press reports global reaction to President Roosevelt's peace pronouncements. France and Germany weigh the speech amid disarmament debates while Berlin and Geneva offer mixed readings. In the Americas, Cuba's Batista and neighboring nations note optimism as Latin officials and papers like La Opinion in Santo Domingo voice cautious praise.
In Parkersburg on New Year’s Day the West Virginia Masonic Home’s 100 residents received holiday gifts from lodge members from Sisterville and Middlebourne. The Middlebourne lodge also donated a radio for the ladies’ reception room at the home overlooking the Ohio River.
The Sistersville Masons founded a home in 1923 with half of Henry Krustell's estate and timber wealth funding its start. The facility houses 25 men aged 51 to 86, nine women, and 66 boys and girls. Only West Virginia Masons or their family members are admitted.
Willy Nilly shouts Extra as Puddle Muddle animals gather the town paper. The gang reads news of a New Year band concert and a race featuring Puffy who trips at mid race, while Top Notch and Rij the Dog join in with instruments for the celebration.
Stanley, scouring the residence, found stained pajamas and a dress hanging from a window. Sheriff Sheridan of Clark Childs Keech brokerage was linked to an $8,000 bequest to Mrs Phelan who once aided in a will. In 1930, Sheridan had Mrs Phelan committed to a state hospital. A maid reported two Sheridan nephews, Donald and Daniel, visiting. she kissed Donald and asked if he thought she would commit such a crime.
Dillinger and five gunmen arrived at the resort and forced guests to the floor. They slugged the doorman and owner Walter Ahearn, as the bandits looted pockets and purses. Ahearn lay on the floor while Mrs Margaret Dunn slipped away to summon help. A dog leaped at Dillinger and was shot dead by the outlaw.
Radio schedule for NEC-WEAP and MONDAY EVENING listings shows a wide range of programs from Rose Bowl football related content to musical acts, talks, and orchestras. The text notes that three models from Atwater Kent Philco Majestic and General Electric radios are available, priced from $10 to $50 with easy terms.
In a dramatic confrontation at a highway roadblock, officers fired as outlaws fled leaving wounded patrolmen. Louis Stein and others identified the leader as Dillinger. Sheriff Rodriguez was lightly wounded while pursuing the bandits toward Taos after a truck robbery.
In a western town a fatal shooting killed Sheriff Rodriguez and wounded deputy Maestas at a pool hall. George Putnam and 28 year old Rankin were captured after a mob threatened to storm the jail. Rankin jailed in San Lids and Putnam taken to Alamosa hospital for injuries. Deputy Maestas survived while Rankin faced questioning in an $80 Taos truck robbery case.
Two men named Charles Stonko and Ch ence Dalton were injured while the Reppert at Saturday. Both are reported to be improving at their homes today. A separate note mentions a jail offense for stowing away on a ship by the Hawaiian territorial legislature.
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