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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1929
Page
2
A four year old only child named Judith, surrounded by adults, is urged to gain growth through peers rather than relying on elders. The piece argues that developmental satisfaction comes from companionship with age mates and independent play, not constant adult attention.
A dense fragment compiles radio schedules from New York and major cities listing orchestras bands and programs. It names Pollack's Orchestra Spitalny's Orchestra the Navy Band and WEAF WJZ WSM and WBZ among others with times and show titles in a chaotic mix.
Gypsy Horde continues from earlier pages as they are held near Three Pines by Davis and local authorities after a reported second haul by the Dark Eyed Princess who escaped with 100 dollars. Sheriff Mays and deputies threaten arrests as the tribe settles bills. Baseball and racing notes mention rare no-run games and Laverne Fator leading eastern jockeys with 32 wins at Aqueduct.
Advert says Zex delivers instant relief for all forms of stomach indigestion caused by acid condition. Marketed as a modern medical breakthrough, it is guaranteed to work and priced 60 cents at drug stores.
West Virginia reports 1928 births at 43,290, down from 44,857 in 1927, with 10,287 marriages and 18,361 in 1928, reflecting a decline amid reporting delays and a rise in deaths tied to the influenza epidemic. youngest and oldest mothers listed, and large families noted.
Debts and disarmament dominated last week with Stimson's reply offering little hope for U S action. London discussions on a pre peace conference approach, Britain’s base concessions, and Germany debt concerns framed the international scene. Spanish aviators Ramon Franco and three others were rescued near the Azores after eight days missing. Japan faced cabinet tensions and potential Liberal rise as fear of a Conservative collapse grew. D Annunzio’s condition improved after appendicitis surgery as Dawes faced repayment pressures at Buckingham Palace. France debated its 400 million debt bill while religious controversies unsettled Mexico City.
In Moundsville on July 1 the Mineral Coal Co Parr Run mine implemented wage cuts affecting about 200 workers. The loader rate dropped from 5.00 to 4.20 dollars per day, among the largest reductions.
Two motorcycle accidents over the weekend left Foley, known as Pickles, injured and shaken. He had an escape after his handlebar glider veered toward a four wheeled vehicle near Arcade Center late Saturday night, then reportedly rode again Sunday, distressed, seeking his friend James Brakeall of the Black Cat touring group and asking Brakeall to end him. Foley later allegedly tried to dodge traffic and was thrown from his bike after colliding with another car. both machines were beyond repair, but Foley reported to work Monday. No other city incidents were reported.
Parsons July 1 Special A large marker will be raised near the battlefield edge of the city to honor Corrick's Ford. The four foot by fourteen foot sign, painted by Rodney Barb, notes General Garnett's death here on July 13, 1861 and the link to the first Civil War skirmish. The Tucker County Historical Society backs the effort to accompany the Seneca Trail opening celebration in Parsons.
James P. Conner a leading Democrat and noted wit from last year's Teapot Dome inquiry is reported to have died after a long illness. Joseph Stewart, aide to the postmaster general and special assistant to the attorney general, was at home here today following the illness.
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