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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
2
Friends and relatives of Mrs. Mag Isleworth of Arden report her strange disappearance from home on the line of the G and B between this city and Philippi. They seek help from press and authorities as searchers visit several sections with no trace found and no reasons given for her departure.
The Monongah Mines Relief Committee met yesterday in Mayor W. E. Arnett's office with Mayor W. H. Moore presiding. They reviewed funds and allocations, noting a current cash on hand of 131000 and hopeful donations of 150000 soon. Distributions to needy Monongah families are based on family size and need, with care to ensure equal sharing and no prior disbursements counted against final dividends.
Jefferson D Bassel and W Guy Tetrick, Harrison county officials, returned from Richmond after studying old records on the Northwestern turnpike. Virginia's general assembly set the turnpike width at 60 feet, a standard also noted for the Staunton and Parkersburg turnpike. The article mentions how much original width remains along the road and records an admittance notice for Ira McDonald estate. The state Anti-Saloon League pushes a local option vote for West Virginia.
F. W. Baumer & Co announces a strictly high grade piano priced at 25 dollars delivered to your home with stool and scarf. If bought this month or next, a matching music cabinet is included.
The Conservatory Piano is pitched as an honest instrument at a straightforward price. It emphasizes no deception or masquerading and asserts pride in its proven success, claiming it is built exclusively for their trade and sold on merit.
The tiny child cared for by Mrs. H. W. Chenoweth at the Sherwood in Grafton remains under her custody amid numerous requests for adoption. Suits from several women across West Virginia have been denied, with Chenoweth affirming she will not part with the child, Gladys Genevieve Chenoweth, who will remain in Grafton.
Squire Bud Hibbs reports a copperhead seen by John C. McDonald on his Thornton West Virginia farm, described as large by Hibbs, with details withheld. McDonald’s residence near Booths Creek area previously noted. Also ad for sale: one acre near Thornton with a four room house and outbuildings, J W Vandergrift listed.
Mount Hope residents and visitors share health updates church events and social calls amid a raft of notes. Protracted meetings begin February ninth led by Rev. Meredith with community turnout urged for a successful gathering. A quiet wedding of Oscar Tricket and Miss Row in Victoria is announced, followed by best wishes for a happy life. Proclamations include Dr Shoop catarrh remedies mailed free and creditor notices for Charles H. Brendel due by February tenth 1908 with official proof and adjustment steps.
Hon. William H. Glasscock drafts a bill to curb railroad condemnation of lands. It requires proof of real building ability and timely completion, and mandates court inquiries into company intent and board composition to prevent parallel lines on navigable rivers. Senator Mc Dermott will push the measure in the Senate.
A note indicates the existence of a guild of egg dealers operating in Spain. The brief mentions organized trade among egg merchants without further details on members or activities.
Local figures report sickness from colds and grip with several residents confined to rooms or recently recovering. Visits span Mononga, Pittsburg, Grafton, Kingwood, and area families. Rev Marcellus Knotts preached at the local church, while A F Taylor plans a move related to the B and O tunnel area.
A 40 acre farm on Sand Lick Run in Taylor County West Virginia lists good improvements and a fine young orchard. Apply to B S Wyckoff R R 6 Grafton West Virginia. A2 41 WANTED Agents sought nationwide to sell Dr Williams Pills message offers 12 boxes at 25 cents each plus a three piece cooking vessel set upon sale. ROSEVILLE OHIO. 12 12 6m0.
An old advertisement extols APO-RREUMA as containing the safest and most remarkable ingredients for rheumatism and kidney and bladder diseases. It claims the formula cleanses the blood removing uric acid, described as the cause of rheumatism, and asserts it cannot be improved by any physician. Sold by druggists and country merchants.
An advertisement touts the Stieff Piano as a direct factory sale with no middleman profit. It claims a gold medal honor at the Jamestown Exposition and endorsement by the New England Conservatory in Boston. Used uprights from $100, squares from $10, and a factory representative can be arranged.
The New York Press notes Uncle Gassaway vindicates the party, condemns nominating an ailing elder for Roosevelt era power. It contrasts an aging, ailing figure with a lively campaign tempo as Uncle Joe Cannon and William Pinckney Whyte appear rejuvenated beside youthful figures like Carter.
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