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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1910
Page
7
Reno reports Jack Johnson, the undisputed heavyweight champion, dominated former champ James J Jeffries in fifteen rounds. Johnson outboxed and battered Jeffries from the start, delivering a brutal assault that led to Jeffries being knocked out after a final series of punches as the referee counted out.
Mr and Mrs Louis Hoernlein entertained a party of friends at their East End home Sunday evening. The gathering was enjoyed by all in attendance.
Four Italian men clashed at Elks Park just before a fireworks display. One tried to start earlier, triggering the melee. All four were arrested and fined for their roles in the disturbance.
The Andrews M E Church on East Main Street hosted a morning musical tribute by Miss Mildred Shaughnessy a Philadelphia trained singer. Her performance of Salve Regina moved the congregation alongside organ accompaniment by Miss Rhea Warden. The event drew warm praise and a spontaneous reception for the young artist born in the city.
William Knight who recently attempted death by his own hand after attacking Thomas Devers was examined at his Bluemont Street home by Dr A R Warden and Justice Monroe. The evidence led to him being adjudged insane by Justice Monroe this afternoon.
Vincent's Celebrated Concert Band performed in Tunnelton yesterday morning, entertaining locals with a portion of their program before catching the noon train to return for a later engagement by their local supporters at Grafton Park.
The Dixie baseball popularity contest will close Thursday night with all coupons in and the second and third prizes awarded. The county court met to discuss road matters and many witnesses were examined in the Snyder road case.
Daily Sentinel reports Mike Boyle of Oakland Maryland joins Grafton for the season. Boyle played for several years with the Frederick college team and will hold a field position. He is described as a fast, capable baseball player who avoids talking to the press.
Wm Edward Jones a porter at the Central Hotel suffered a severe electric shock while repairing a belt on the fans motor. The current was turned on during the work and he was struck on the head, staggered by the shock, and remained unable to respond for a moment before expected recovery and return to duty in a day or two.
Mr Clinton Johnson of East Main street died Monday morning after months of illness. Born October 30 1824 in Kingwood he was 84. Survived by wife Adeline Tutt two sons Herman and Harry and daughter Carrie, plus brother H W Johnson. Funeral Wednesday at 2 with Rev L J Powell at Baptist church. Interment at BlMont cemetery.
Mrs. Elizabeth Jones widow of Josiah Jones died at her daughter’s home near Wickwire aged 86. Funeral held at West Main Street M E church at 2:30 pm led by Rev. L W Roberts. Relatives include Mrs Arthur Adair Mrs Howard Hite and Mrs Walter Smallwood. Earlier a raid on Sims & Company B and O contractors End yielded beer. G B Carpenti Portio Biio arrested. hearing set before Justice Monroe on July 7.
The Board of Equalization met at 1 o clock to organize with W. E. Tomblyn of Flemington elected president. Charles L. Rector became a board member replacing B. F. Sayre, with Isaac Rinker as the other member. Session begins in Knottsville district and will continue for some time. Also notes a Merchants Association meeting at 8 p m and a large fireworks display in Grafton under Italian organizers led by Fred Forcello.
A chaotic incident in the local railroad yards Saturday night left Tony Brona badly wounded with an exposed abdomen after a fight over beer rations. Steve Roma was injured and jailed, with Brona in City Hospital awaiting further care as a hearing looms. A Valley Falls picnic honored Miss Ella Tregellas with a gathering of local residents and guests including Eleanor Tregellas Weeks and Marie Cole.
Former Secretary of State Charles W. Swisher, visiting Baltimore, tells a reporter that every true Republican feels buoyant as clouds lift. He predicts West Virginia will stay Republican, credits Taft with wartime unity, and says a Republican Congress will be elected. Delegates for the Second Congressional District Convention in Keyser are listed.
The Grafton baseball team in the West Virginia League is paid off and released this evening ending professional play in the city. Poor patronage led to a waning public interest as the team faced losses.
SORRENTO Maine July 5 Chief Justice Melville W Fuller died early Monday at his home aged 77. His life was devoted to public service and he passed away in the room where his wife died six years ago.
The Grafton Colored Giants defeated the Avstin ball team in Austin by 11 to 3. Dabney and Howell were the Giants' battery, Cunningham and Thorston handled pitching for Austin.
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