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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1909

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Seven Injured In Parkersburg Branch Wreck This Morning

A head on collision between the fast mail train No 3 and the Parkersburg branch accommodation No 14 near Wilsonburg at 10 35 this morning injured seven passengers lightly. Names include J B Coleman J M Davis Mrs J E Trainer R G Lord J M Summers and Maggie Whitehair. Engineers Fleming and another crewman were unhurt and no serious damage reported to the Akron Ohio railroad line.

Fortune Ultimote & Io Railroad Company Parkersburg Hehe Dwilsonbure Wilsonburg Ain J. BR. Coleman J. M. Davis Lost Creek J. E. Trainer West Union R. G. Lord Columbus J. M. Summers Huntington Italy Ime Strainia W. Fleming Colpur Imore & Ohio

YoungBoy Injured In Accidental Shell Blast Near Payne Crossing

A thirteen year old boy near Payne Crossing suffered severe eye injuries when a cap explosion from mortar caps left by bridge workers occurred as he arrived home. Dr P K treated him but likelihood of losing both eyes remains feared. condition described as serious. John Kane Sr. lived nearby and involved in incident context.

John Kane Ronda Worty Cecil Detroit Mich John J. Carmichael Columbus St. Clair County Orville Lindsay Carmichael Michigan Adair China Ada

Browning-Hamilton Company to Remodel With Large Addition

The Browning-Hamilton Company announces a major remodeling to create one of the state’s most commodious business rooms. A rear wall will be removed and an addition of 24 feet will expand the store, with prices slashed to clear stock for space. Contractors include John W. Gigley and leaders William L Browning and William Archdeacon.

Browning, Hamilton’ Company West Virginia Alexander of Old Caesar Na“poteon Browning-Hamilton Company John W. Gigley Bmilder’s Browning- Hamilton Sentinel Browning-Hamilton Browning-Ham« Iin William L. Browning William Archdeacon Ghandat

Roosevelt Seeks Amendments After Harriman Ruling

Washington Jan 7 President Roosevelt urged Congress to tighten the interstate commerce act after the Supreme Court ruling in Harriman vs ICC. He called explicit power to subpoena witnesses and require production of all books in investigations. The Taylor County Poultry Show nears closing with high attendance and judging by C C Coffman of Mannington.

Washington Roosevelt Congress Supreme Court of the United States Harriman Interstate Commerce Commission E. H. Harriman Union Pacific Company Taylor County C. C. Coffman Mannington West Virginia Poultry Association F. 8 Dadisman Irontown G. W. Jar & Company G. L. Mahaffey Near Valley Falls Sentinel D.C. Pratt Rhonde Ishida Redes HL Sandy E. Blaney Anconas Wells Mahaffy Reynolds W. Crouse D. Strider Charles Lveng Diamondabies Holveratott Ebile Liams Main Street

Sentinel subscription contest boosts double votes in Grafton

The Daily Sentinel announces a limited week contest in Grafton offering double votes on yearly subscriptions to boost city growth. Readers are urged to support candidates by subscribing, with hundreds already enlisted and many more to reach. The list shows contestants and current vote standings, encouraging urgent participation.

Sentinel Grafton Tygart Valley Daily Sentinel Marlon Allender Main Street Harry Brandenburg Brakeman B. & C. Yards Harold, Cole Grand Street James Deegan Maple Avenue Edward Cowen Walnut Street Della Dudley W. Washington Street Benjamin Gerkin Wiedmont Avenue Earl Jackson W. Boyd Street Katherine Keele Washington Street Naomi Lilly F. Knotts Avenue Martin Flemington W. A. Mitchett B. & O. Yards Jeannette Morrison Knotts Avenue Misa Lee Harry L. Nuzam Lexa Parkhill Claroney Poe Beech Street Anna Remlinger

Board of Trade Meeting Postponed by Lack of Quorum

The Board of Trade failed to transact business due to no quorum at January’s meeting. Officials blame busy schedules and urge strong attendance for next Monday the 11th as important matters are anticipated to be discussed to benefit the city’s up building and welfare.

Board of Trade

Lynching Reported Near Lexington After Attempted Assault

Reports from Lexington county indicate a negro was lynched last night four miles north of Lexington after an attempted assault on Mrs. Thomas Wingard. The husband and posse pursued the suspect, Sheriff Corley followed with bloodhounds, and the negro was captured and killed. Mrs. Wingard suffered a severe nervous shock and received medical care.

Lexington S. C Here Lexington County Thomas .Wingard Wingard P. H. Corley

Edison Battery to Revolutionize Traction Systems

New York reports Thomas A Edison promises a durable twenty year storage battery that eliminates trolleys and underground wires. A trial car is planned on Third Avenue line with a surface-car‑like exterior. Edison’s nickel‑based chemistry aims for long life and steady city use, including over 100 miles between recharges.

New York Thomas A. Ed the Wizard Edison Mr. Edison Whitridge Third Avenue Road

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