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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1919
Page
8
The passage references a long disputed point of view about a non commissioned officer and a child not brought to Germany, with claims about delivery to Britannic Majesty, discovery in German museums or anatomical institutes, and a possible origin in East Africa. Captain Pring is mentioned among the witnesses.
Paris witnesses unprecedented consumer excess as prices soar and jewelers, tailors, and restaurants report lavish spending. Former Premier Ribot labels it collective madness and urges a return to thrift while economists warn of impending collapse and a shift back to normal after peace.
London July Premier Lloyd George announced in the House of Commons that the former German emperor would soon face trial. He said the tribunal would sit in London and that German officers who committed appalling infamies would also be tried. The British delegation opposes placing a predominantly German population under Polish rule.
The Daily Sentinel reports on the Pan American Aircraft Co exhibit, featuring a Royal Air Force style trainer. Lt Henry L Brownback describes takeoff speeds, wind effects, and ground conditions. The machine, built in Toronto and finished after armistice, weighs 1905 pounds with 90 horsepower Curtiss engine, wingspan 42 feet 7 inches, speed 75 mph, and climbs 3500 feet in ten minutes.
Berlin reports an ongoing dispute over the skull of Sultan Mkawa taken during German East Africa expeditions. Article 244 of the nexce treaty requires its return within six months, but newspapers note Germany has not settled possession. Officials say Mkawa was killed during Captain Pie's expedition against the Uhehe.
New York July 1 Herbert Hoover resigns as chairman of the board of directors of the United States Grain Corporation. Julius Barnes to assume chairmanship with Hoover remaining as director. Corporation reorganized under name Thish States Gram Corporation. Changes include Edwin P. Shattuck as first vice president, Edward M. Flesh as treasurer, W. A. Stor as acting secretary, Watson Moore elected second vice president. Capital for handling the 1919 wheat crop set at 50 million dollars.
Mrs. George Poffenbarger, state chairman of the Women's Liberty Loan committee, could become chair of the executive committee of the Republican women of the state. A conference Monday night will decide if she accepts aimed at preparing for ratification of the Susan B Anthony amendment. Five congressmen and two senators urged her to take the post after a national conference in Washington. She seeks clarity on the role women will play in party politics before pensions are settled. A legislative canvas showed most delegates favored ratification except four senators who had not decided.
London July 7 The allies have not filed official representations to the Dutch government over extraditing the former German emperor. Bonar Law told the Commons that necessary steps are being taken. An English invitation featured a wooden cup with rubber teeth to aid one armed persons.
Fifteen year old Leslie Gerald Merrifield, son of Mrs. Nora Merrifield, dived into the hull of the half submerged old house boat on Buffalo Creek near Barnsville Woolen Mills and drowned after his two companions fled for help. Rescue teams arrived as the body remained submerged.
A boy recovered from the hull of a houseboat after a lower deck cut opened a hole. He had been in the water about an hour before rescue attempts failed. The drowning occurred around 4 to 5 o'clock yesterday.
Daily Sentinel reports a Maryland Coal Company mine at Wendel where a miner nicknamed Tony, last name unknown, was killed instantly when the roof fell during work. County Coroner John R. Thayer of this city was summoned to conduct the inquest, left by automobile this afternoon and was still investigating as press time approached.
Washington July 7. Chairman Graham of the House committee charged the president organized the Council of National Defense before war, forming a secret government in violation of law. He read minutes and a report claiming the council wielded broad powers, prompting cabinet opposition and a steel company executive’s accusation of flagrant illegality. Portland, Oregon, plans to absorb surplus labor by building 1,000 homes to tap timber resources.
The passage describes air maneuvers such as Tail Spin Triple Loop Tail Slide Side Slip and other dangerous stunts. It notes the plane was accompanied to Grafton by Lieutenants Eaton Watt H L Brownback and Robert Stimson formerly of the French army and American Air Service.
London reports Lord Sumner will chair the wedges for the United States Great Britain France Mary and Japan at the trial of the former German emperor. Sir Gordon Hewart to lead the prosecution and German counsel to defend with British help if desired. Amsterdam says departure could be unpleasant but extradition rules may prevent sudden exit. The Daily Mail notes Dutch surrender likely if demanded by the league of nations.
Ambridge Pennsylvania one man Nick Joy age 48 was killed and Peter Well was seriously wounded after a fight among about 20 members of an Italian band. Police say the clash followed a heated dispute over who should lead the group for a public concert at 6th and Glenwood streets. Twelve participants were arrested by state police.
J J Meitler once a well known Grafton resident disappeared from his home about two years ago. He was found dead June 16 in a boarding house in Jeffersonville Indiana according to lawyers in that city. Relatives say he may have been murdered. He left a wife and five children and was about forty five. The remains were buried in Jeffersonville.
A fire in Clarksburg West Virginia destroyed the I M Amusement Co bowling alley and the Cohen Department in West Pike street after starting in a hot dog stand. The blaze threatened the central business district and damaged stocks in nearby stores. Estimated loss is about 76 000 dollars.
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