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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1929
Page
2
Fanny Brice works on a theatrical costume as Audrey and Waldo enter her world. Tom cancels a dinner date to join a union meeting, shattering Fanny’s hopes and leaving her heartbroken and alone with Phil’s worried concern in a cliffhanger.
An old advertisement for S.S.S. claims perfect health through blood cleansing. It touts clearer skin from within, featuring testimonials like Miss Roth Gahm of Los Angeles and urging readers to buy two sizes at drug stores. The copy emphasizes longevity, century-old trust, and economical larger bottles.
A list of radio station call letters and programs across multiple cities detailing nightly lineups. Entries include New York WEAF and WIZ with dinners, hymn sings, orchestras, and house concerts. Newark WOR and others feature sentimental singers and dance music. Pittsburgh KDEA and Schenectady WGY show similar variétés. Cincinnati WSAM WBZ WBZ and Chicago KYW WMAQ WI LW present concert blocks, news, and organ recitals.
A collage of brief items spans stars, politics, and sports. New York socialite Michael Strange jokes of a romance post-divorce from John Barrymore while hinting at happiness for all, and a cryptic remark about John Barrymore’s circle. President Miklas of Austria finds housing for eleven children, rejecting grand palaces for a flat near his office. Springfield reports Mayor Parker angry over bronze paint damage in the municipal auditorium. Duke University professor F H Hall explains mackerel asphyxiation when forward motion halts. Turks oppose a government alphabet reform, Nedjat Bey dies the day the order takes effect. National Agricultural Association notes top fliers Louise McPhotricis at 20,270 feet. Sweden’s “Mr X” may still have tennis, but Albert of Belgium seeks Alpine thrills with the royal party.
Kumamoto Japan Jan 3 severe quake felt across Kyushu destroyed several houses and cracked roads. Epicenter 25 miles northwest of the Asosan Volcano. Official reporter Theodore F P Shay described 60 years in the Tate States Senate. unclear other details amid garbled text.
An old court pharmacy ad promotes a cough sedative and LaGrippe cold tablets combo. It lists two special prescriptions available for sixty cents and notes the store location west of the courthouse.
Peters reports on a pending hearing in Wheeling over a proposed utility rate increase aimed at boosting revenue to cover depreciation plant extensions and replacements. The plan would raise charges from 16 to 40 cents per thousand gallons for the initial 10,000 gallons and to 8 cents for usage over 3,170,000 gallons, with present rates outlined.
Lon Chaney stars as a police detective in While the City Sleeps at the Strand Theatre Friday and Saturday. The film features a new model bulletproof vest with thin steel links, claimed to be nearly as flexible as cloth and capable of stopping machine gun rounds.
Reginald Denny stars as a prizefighter in Universal’s On Your Toes opening at the Opera House. Barbara Ward and Mary Garr provide strong support as the cast delivers lively comic entertainment. Fred Newman directs a lively adaptation with brisk farce and notable acting.
Overnight domestic wires report Representative Pinkham accusing bankers and foreign interests of pouring large sums into Kellogg treaty efforts. Other items note endurance flight records, refueling attempts, and various political legal developments across major cities.
Milwaukee on January 3 the bodies of two people believed to have died from fumes from an aqua heater were found in a barber shop after being dead about three days. Frost coated the shop windows and melted to reveal the interior. Dr B M Spurr, prohibition officer in Marshall county, has resigned after 15 years in the post.
Medical authorities urge precautions as influenza spreads through breathing. Keep air passages healthy, start Vicks VapoRub treatment at first sign of flu, inhale vapors, and avoid crowds. Apply Vicks in nostrils or hot water vapor, then home rest to prevent spread like the 1918 outbreak.
A report notes the Science Advancement Society awarded Dr Oliver Kamm for isolating pituitary hormones. In other items a Buffalo policeman is critically wounded during a robbery attempt, while five officers are disarmed. Other briefs mention London holding its own, Frank Jay Gould blocked casino plans in Nice, Tokyo Storms destruction and deaths, Duke D Ayen charged with fraud, and Salvation Army factions predicting victory.
Framed by Fraimelt Government failure to issue a gambling license, Frank Ey Gould’s new $5,000,000 casino in Nice could not open. City leaders feared the halt would deter foreign investors as crowds waited in evening dress, while staff remained at posts awaiting license approval. The grand opening was canceled despite authorities’ initial permission to operate.
Jan 3 report from Tandon notes Evangeline Booth, leader of the Salvation Army, receiving visible backing from supporters as her faction appears set to advance plans or reforms within the organization. The piece highlights organized backing and expected momentum.
The council needed a three quarters majority to oust General William Booth as commander. Reports say the vote could also permit reorganizing the army. Booth’s condition was improving, while supporters at international headquarters contested a likely American victory and favored confidence in his continued leadership.
The Weekly summary from the Amer Petroleum Institute shows U S daily average crude oil production increasing by 10 200 barrels for the week ended December 29 to 2 581 050 barrels California daily average rises by 25 000 barrels to 1 872 950 with the same period.
An old advertisement touts Mother's Friend as a comfort for expectant mothers. It asserts external use relieves pains and relaxes muscles, claiming the lotion makes skin soft and pliable. The copy features testimonials across generations and directs readers to Bradfield Regulator Co desk 28 Atlanta.
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