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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1933
Page
3
Mrs Vesta Saundersbury entertained the Friendship Sewing Club at Bailie street home with sewing and lively conversation. Guests enjoyed refreshments and a pleasant time. Next meeting planned at Mrs Mullis McDaniel’s home in two weeks.
The text warns that salt water and sand threaten hair during summer. It advises washing hair thoroughly after swimming and using hot oil treatments to maintain hair fullness. Rub warm oil into the scalp before bed and shampoo in the morning to keep hair healthy.
One youth was burned today and another critically hurt in an automobile accident at Glen Perris. John Guy Jr aged 18 of Powellton was fatally burned in the wrecked car which scraped a heavy metal object while rounding a turn. Edward Shepherd 12 of Powellion was badly burned and physicians held little hope for his recovery.
Nancy Walton Jones, 17, daughter of Mrs. James Ellwood Jones and the late J. Ellwood Jones, former Republican candidate for U S senator in 1930, died at her Switchback home after a three week influenza illness. She had been in Washington and Paris and was returning home when illness struck.
Ben IH and Franz helms Tomorrow's Paper at 57 W Main St. Readers are invited to visit the shop to see the latest prints and tale inspired items from local artists. The event emphasizes community storytelling through paper media and small exhibits.
Charleston July 6 Coal operators from Southern West Virginia and other Appalachian coal regions plan an informal conference at White Sulphur Springs to discuss a proposed code of competition for the industry Views of regional operators will be molded for government officials These discussions come as United Mine Workers chief Van A Bittner says the union has organized every coal field in West Virginia and seeks joint wage agreements ahead of the Washington conference on July 7 where a basic agreement could pave the industry’s path to peace and prosperity
Addison street resident C. D. Digman was arrested near Market and Frances streets by a constable after a Wednesday afternoon stop. He was fined $15 by the mayor for driving a car while drunk.
City records show Digman admitted having had a couple of drinks and was tried before Mayor Charles King. He pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated and was fined $15 with arrangements to pay. Officer Wallace Henderson and Chief of Police attended the case.
Pittsburgh reports Mrs John C Duffey seeks a divorce alleging assault after dancing with her uncle. Married October 1921 in Grafton W Va she testifies he called her many names. Duffey, a surveyor for West Virginia, is a well known local figure born in the city.
Mike Hrib, owner of a confectionery in Rosemont, was held on a 200 bond awaiting grand jury action after Magistrate Ona C Jeffrey charged him with felonious attack on Alexander Zalkan, Rosemont rooming house operator, last Friday. A dispute over a lien on furniture led to a fight during which Zakan drew a pistol and Hrib threw him from a porch twelve feet, breaking Zakan’s left arm. About fifteen witnesses testified.
Hollywood fans already cheered Jean Parker after her screen debut with Jackie Cooper in Divorce in the Family. Critics and pals hint she is the girl to watch as the youth star rises from high school beginnings to a lead in Shall We Tell Our Children revealing a promising acting future.
The Pasadena float beauty Jean rose from bathing beauty to MGM contract hopeful after a unique screen test. Ida Koverman spotted her, and a stage audition led to a five minute talk about pets with no lines. She aims to become a dancer painter musician and actress.
The ribbed elastic waistline appears in both the dress and pajama illustrations and is used for the dress waist. Linen fabric for dress, pajama, hat, and bags is rustic and knitted. Self fabric trimming appears in four pocket treatments. Skirt lengths mostly hold. no fixed rule for shorter sports skirts. Waistlines remain normal with only a slight possible drop observed.
Washington July 6 Lewis Douglas director of the budget proposed that states balance their budgets before federal approval for participation in the 3.3 billion public works program. He urged elimination of many White House projects for immediate construction and warned against a large rise in national indebtedness through the program.
Baseball's first all star contest at Comiskey Park features hand-picked major league stars. Gehringer reaches first in the first inning, Babe Ruth strikes out, and Lefty Gomez of the Yankees faces Wild Bill Hallahan as the Americans score the first run in the second inning.
Police credited 21 year old former Colorado university co ed Lucille Fletcher with a tip that aided in the capture of Carl Pearce in South Dakota. The tip is tied to the alleged kidnapping of wealthy Denver resident Charles Boettcher II. Associated Press photo.
Daily menu features Veal Salad and Spanish Stuffed Green Peppers with macaroni baked in tomato sauce. Also offered are Orange Cream Cake with orange filling and a lemon glaze, plus coffee and assorted fresh fruit desserts.
Mr and Mrs George Norris of Brownlow Park announce the birth of an eight pound girl named Dolopes Jean on Monday July 8. The mother formerly Miss Magel Custer of Knottsville. The father works for the B and O Railroad.
Out of town relatives and friends attended the funeral of Mrs. W. E. Leonard yesterday afternoon. The procession included Mr. and Mrs. Charles Leonard and son Glyde of Akron Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ward and two sons of Fairmont, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Leonard, and Mrs. Dave Kerr White of Charleston, Mrs. Anna Walker, Mrs. W. S. Stafford of Matt Creek, Mrs. James Grannan of Thornton, Miss Clara Clyde Rightmire, and Warren and Dale Rightmire, all of Parsons.
Frank E. Taplin Cleveland capitalist testifies to senate investigators that he sold 222 930 shares of Pittsburgh and West Virginia stock to the Pennroad corporation in 1929 at 170 a share after buying at 52 50. Pennroad a railroad holding company in Pennsylvania reportedly financed the deal and promised 38 million dollars at the 170 price as market ranged from 110 to 140.
Fred B. Morgan, a well known young man of the city, appeared before Magistrate Ona Q. Jefferys on a bad check charge. He agreed to make the check good and the charges were withdrawn temporarily pending action in the matter. The case was initiated by Constable Smith.
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