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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1925
Page
4
The record shows heat prostrations and deaths rise with many male victims. Women endure hardships differently due to labor roles and lighter clothing. Advertising warns crooks that police are ready to act, while honest work offers a stable livelihood.
The piece describes poor road conditions across Taylor and Harrison counties with muddy dirt roads in Taylor and scraped roads in Harrison. Citizens seek funding for bridges, concrete road repairs, and new public facilities while lamenting scarce treasury cash. It also notes Labor Day plans by the local Ku Klux Klan including a trades display and fairground setup with races, booths, a planned automobile giveaway, and a potential Elkins trip for Klansmen.
William D. Shepherd, acquitted of murdering his millionaire foster son William N. McClintock, was told the state would not press a second murder charge in Mrs. McClintock's death. State's Attorney Crowe cited lack of evidence of murder. A coroner's jury had linked both deaths to Shepherd.
A fragmented reminiscence traces Shard Leerhulme from poverty to peerage, crediting fear as his driver in business and life. It contrasts his drive in soapmaking with the later lure of dance, then argues Dr. Vincent favors general practice over specialization as American idealism persists. It notes medical leaders warn against over reliance on specialists and praise the family doctor’s broader role and rewards.
Fragmentary text references Pauline Partain and remarks about bandits being caught, noting a recurring claim that bandits are “boobs.” The passage mentions New York but provides no clear event, date, or identifiable outcome.
The piece labels the Republican Party as tariff advocates. It argues tariffs protect American workers by maintaining wages and living standards against European competition. It notes European producers lowering prices despite higher duties, underscoring the need for a strong protective barrier.
A medical director notes the shift from fragile femininity to rugged health among women. He credits sports participation and modern welfare for stronger bodies and steadier minds, reshaping relationships and social ideals. The piece argues health and youth together advance civilization.
Stewart Warner Carroll Price and Ray Slonaker travel from Grafton to educate themselves by subscribing to Pictorial Review. All three are college students pursuing degrees. The effort spans three years, amid support from those who help deserving youth. Warner is a law student at the University of Pennsylvania.
Indianapolis and Chicago reports tell how William Darling Shepherd was found not guilty of typhoid murder in the death of his foster son William Nelson McClintock. Mrs Martha Shepherd Hayden, his mother, celebrated as spirits reportedly forecast his release. The verdict ends possible further charges but the Emma McClintock slaying remains pending. A judge vows ongoing inquiry and the Shepherds plan a homeward return to Kenilworth.
State’s attorney Crowe calls the trial a good fight lost for the plotters as the jury found guilt. Stewart, the prosecutor, laments the verdict but trusts the system. Pastor Naumann hails justice and God’s mercy. Miss Isabelle Pope, fiancée of McClintick, says much detail was left out and questions the jury’s verdict.
In New York on June 27, the divorce suit of Thomas H. Symington against Mrs. Margaret A. Symington includes a claim about a love child. Mrs. Pinkham testified that Symington said the wife admitted giving birth to an illegitimate son at 16 and that he would adopt the boy to embarrass her family. Mrs. Symington denied misconduct with a co defendant and said she has one child from a prior marriage. Friends testified to pajama breakfast parties at their Morris County home.
Mrs. James Cornwell and her son Orin of Dent visit Grafton for business and social calls. Clarence Korte visits Clarksburg this afternoon. Mrs. John Grob and Mrs. F. S. Bishop of Rowlesburg shop in Grafton. Miss Grace Goll of Philipp visits for shopping and business. Miss Matt a Sinclair heads to Fairmont then Parkersburg and Wheeling to visit relatives. Mrs. 8. R. Warder of Akron guest here. Mire. De Warder and Jeff Kuhn of Hall’s Hill visit. Leon Straight of Fairmont stays with Miss Dav ey Cooper. Mr. and Mrs. Will Steel of Sutton return after a visit with Mrs. Charles Bunherford. Miss Mary A. Wyant of Muster villa visits friends and shops. George M. Thorn of Thornton conducts business in Grafton. J. D. Kuhn of route 3 comes on business. Miss Mattie Sinclair of Prunt Town guests in the city. John Gawthrop of Pruntytown also in town.
A flood of visitors and locals conducting business fills Grafton today. Notables include Mrs LD Cole moving to 127 East Long Street, Murray Mayle Route 1 and Wm Dixon Route 2 calling on friends. Several jurors, shoppers, and weekend visitors are mentioned among widespread activity.
Menny Cihart was fined five dollars and costs after arraignment before Squire W. E. Loach on Friday afternoon for drunkenness and disturbing the peace at her home on East Railroad Street. She was arrested the previous morning by state police.
The lesson outlines Barnabas and Saul as the first foreign missionaries chosen by the Spirit and church at Antioch. It notes fasting and prayer before sending them, their Cyprus preaching mission, and Elymas the sorcerer as the first obstacle. It emphasizes Spirit called service and faithful Word preaching.
The text presents a garbled, archaic sounding reflection on justice, honor, and faith. It references God, life, fear, and fate, with scattered fragments mentioning names and debts, but lacks a coherent narrative or identifiable events.
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