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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1933
Page
4
Independence Day celebrated in Grafton section with clear weather and crowded Graf ton Park. Observations note fireworks noise debate, American stance of President Roosevelt, and perceived rise in public drunkenness despite prohibition repeal. Describes park crowds, swimming incidents, and reflections on social behavior and enforcement.
The Associated Press tally reports 145 holiday deaths across auto accidents drownings and fireworks around Independence Day reflecting low mood conditions. The figure aligns with summer weekend tolls for a nation of 125 million, with fireworks fatalities minimal and storms often heavier in other years.
FRANK I. WELLER examines a 1932 overview of American exports by product and country, noting that while world buyers relied on U S goods, alternative sources and substitutes could sustain economies. He cites cotton, meat, petroleum, and machinery data, and discusses trade barriers, currency devaluation, and shifting demand affecting global commerce.
Senator Fletcher calls for legislation to fix flaws in the income tax system following Morgan Mitchell and Kahn disclosures. The Investigating Committee Chair urges definite supervision of speculative activities on the Stock Exchange and stronger action to stop money tied to sharp practices. The Wheeling Intelligencer urges serious drafting and vigorous adoption in the next Congress session.
The Richmond News Leader credits West Virginia with shaping the national repeal effort beyond its own ratification of the Twenty first Amendment. It aided Senator Tuck's push for a Virginia special session on repeal, signaling Virginia likely to act this year and potentially sway the final repeal outcome.
The Preston Republican appeals for donations of books and reading material to build a larger library for Hopemont institution patients. Donations may be prepared and labeled by the paper, with credits issued, and delivered to the Sanitar ium for long term residents.
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The House of David, Benton Harbor cult, extends an ambitious plan to lure World's Fair visitors with a booth at Chicago fairgrounds. Judge Harry T. Dewhirst leads the drive, expanding bearded teams in the baseball circuit and distributing leaflets and souvenirs to spread the Flying Roller faith.
Washington reports seven Speedy destroyers previously used by the Navy to chase runners and smugglers off the Atlantic Coast are being returned to the Coast Guard. The vessels will be sent to the Philadelphia Navy Yard for decommissioning and reassignment due to government economy program needs and a reduction in expenditures.
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