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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1920
Page
5
Railways show a near standstill in 1920, the Railway Age reports. New track added in 1914 was 6 miles, while 689 miles were abandoned for operation. Locomotive and car orders hit a low, with 62 669 cars ordered in 1919 the smallest since 1908 and tank cars comprising most orders.
New York musical actress Janette Fitzhugh, about 24, died instantly when a car skidded on a bridge to West Philadelphia. Driver William Cinder was held by the coroner. Also in the auto were Glader and Edward McGonishe of the city. Fitzhugh recently returned from London and appeared in Marie productions and Vic 1 Herbert's The Enchantress.
Des Vatcher of Clarkeburg, a prominent lawyer, owned the car. Bayley waived hearing and was held on bond for Randolph County court next month. Naval authorities are reviewing the case, delaying bond posting as defense counsel W. Samples acts for him.
Katharine Wells known as Kitty dies at 17 after a weeklong illness from heat and cold. She was an Audubon youth and Harrisville adopted daughter of Edgar Wells, with funeral to be held in Harrisville. The notice mentions family ties and a move of remains. Also includes an appeal by Robert F Blaney urging protection for bobwhite quail and a London slums figure of 1,610,000 residents.
A young man from Clarksburg, wearing Uncle Sam’s navy uniform, was arrested after an auto incident near his city. He enlisted in the U S Navy in Clarksburg and was sent to Parkersburg, then to Great Lakes near Chicago. He was later returned to Clarksburg and handed to Elkins authorities for what is alleged. Navy officials are reviewing the case and a bond decision awaits potential court appearance.
The Federal Trade Commission reports record newsprint consumption in the United States in 1919 despite higher prices. Average mill costs rose from $1.88 in 1913 to $3.90 at December start, while 1919 usage grew about 14 percent over 1918. In November 1919 publishers used 161,602 tons versus 123,874 in 1918.
A rural community near Knottsye was shaken by a second self harm attempt within days. Wesley Kearns slashed his throat but survived after medical care and was taken to the hospital while his daughter Daphne Kearns attempted suicide in the same manner with a knife but was thwarted. The daughter, in distress, resisted restraint as relatives struggled to control her. The father’s illness and recent troubles are cited as factors. A separate note mentions a man named Kirzyowski involved in prior legal trouble and pursuit by authorities, with details of his capture and return to Grafton.
Sydney Australia January 2 hundreds of war veterans urge Premier Hughes to deport Germans from German New Guinea and allow Australian troops to seize plantations. The premier pledged aid but wants to first visit the former German territory and other parts Australia holds a mandate over.
Wendel Serb, wanted on embezzlement charges, was moved from a Clarksburg hospital to the city jail for safekeeping under a circuit court order. A companion, Knizzyowski, died after a failed escape attempt while being transported, suffering a foot amputation after being struck by a train. authorities allege he embezzled about $1,800 from the Wendel Local of United Mine Workers of America.
Washington Jan 5 The American Red Cross outlines a $20 million fund use for 1920 with $13.75 million for home relief and $15 million for European relief plus $1.259 million for Siberia as it stresses maintaining emergency reserves. Dr Farrand says priorities include soldiers families and disaster needs while pledging substantial overseas fundraising.
Promoter James Coffroth announced a 340000 purse for a forty five round title bout between heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier at Tijuana Tower Call Portia. The offer was accepted by manager B Kearns in Cal. Les Jam.
Manassas Va January trial ends without verdict in the W A Hall murder case tied to a raid on bootleggers. Prohibition inspector Hall faced charges in the killing of Lawrence Fudson amid a crackdown era. Jury reported inability to agree after long deliberations.
Federal agents released documents seized in raids showing plans by the communist and communist labor parties to seize control of labor organizations to foment revolution. Garvan said the materials reveal the groups true aims and the spread of their poison as investigators questioned members across several cities.
Marshal Joffre, visiting Aigle, praised von Kluck's 1914 Paris campaign tactics. The veteran commander, famed for vine expertise, reflected on the battle seen as the war's turning point and the high water mark of German advances, noting Germany never regained winning chances.
The War Finance Corporation announced four loans totaling 17 million dollars to commercial interests. The funds will aid exporting materials to allied nations, with officials noting many applications are under review and that distribution will be selective. Business leaders have pressed for support to keep American products competitive in world trade.
Paris January 2 The French chamber of deputies is too small to seat the 626 members elected in the recent regent election. It is noted that it is rare when all members are present.
The article notes no federal law covering American ecommunists yet agents will not overlook them. About 280 Detroit arrests were added to a growing custody total near 4,500, with 94 more alien arrests reported, lifting the department’s “perfect cases” tally to 2,278. Named arrests include Jacksonville Florida. Grand Rapids Michigan. Woodlawn, Pa. Des Moines Iowa. Spokane Washington. Portland Oregon. Toledo Ohio. Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Denver Colorado.
Paris report notes army graves registration checks every grave record against the casualty list. Each marker receives an embossed aluminum strip for name rank and organization to deter winter weather loss. About 70,000 American dead buried across France Belgium Luxembourg in 38 cemeteries with Romagne Verdun region graves largest at 23,000.
A reflective poem from Mary Carolyn Davie of Shiduston West Virginia taunts the season's cheer with a softer truth. It contrasts holiday glow with the fatigue and emptiness that follow and hopes for genuine joy beyond the day after Christmas.
James B. Reynolds of Massachusetts resigns as secretary of the Republican national committee to head Calvin Coolidge’s presidential campaign. Effective January 10, Clarence B. Miller of Minnesota is named acting secretary and will handle duties until formal actions. Reynolds will head Coolidge’s campaign headquarters in Washington. Miller has been working in Washington for the committee and previously represented the Duluth district in the sixty-fifth congress.
Detroit January 6 petitions to place William J Bryan on the Democratic presidential primary ballot in Michigan. Local friends say 100 signatures will suffice, with petitions to be filed within the Aldermanic district.
Washington reports on a long busy session as Congress returns after a two week holiday. Debates focus on domestic and international issues including the treaty with Germany and Austria. Justice Day's ruling upholds wartime prohibition enforcement for beer under 2.75 percent alcohol until Volstead act. Indictments against Standard Brewery and American Brewing discussed.
In Elkins West Virginia on January 5 a desperate attack targeted Constable Coleman Stalnaker active in enforcing prohibition. A high explosive blast damaged his front door porch and multiple windows in the home and nearby buildings including St Brendan's Catholic school. The explosion disturbed the entire block and was heard widely.
The Supreme Court declared the prohibition enforcement act constitutional by a five to four vote. The decision dismissed Ruppert’s case opposing 2.75 percent beer, with brewers arguing non intoxication.
A reader letter quotes Dr Lanham denying a stated claim about a deal between Barstow residents and the Gratton Light and Power Company being terminated. The doctor asserts all provisions of the sale are satisfactory and will be delivered soon.
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