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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1933

Page

3

Rosce Fordyce Nuptials Tie Mary Cafferine to Howad Rice

Society notices report the Rosemont nuptials of Mary Cafferine Fordyce to Howad Rice of East Side Fairmont with a small ceremony at the Fordyce home then a short honeymoon tour to Charleston. The couple plans to settle in Fairmont.

Rosce-Fordyce James Fordyce Rosemont Mary Cafferine Howad Rice Albert K. Rice East Side Fairmont Fordyce J. A. Wells Charleston

Glass panel at Circuit Clerk office smashed but entry not gained

The door to Circuit Clerk Frank Hollis's office had its glass panel broken Saturday around 10 pm. A small central hole suggested hammer impact, but the iron door remained intact and closed. Sheriff Lee Bennett found the door shut at about 8 pm.

Frank Hollis Court House Hollis Lee Bennett

Lindberghs Delayed by Dense Fog

Colonel and Mrs Charles A Lindbergh could not depart Cartwright Labrador due to fog along the coast. They are basing aboard the steamer Jelling chartered by Pan American Airways as they seek feasible trans Atlantic routes via Labrador and Greenland. The pair spent a quiet weekend visiting local points of interest after arriving Friday.

St. John’s Newfoundland Charles A. Lindbergh Cartwright Labrador Jelling Pan-American Airways Greensland Lindberghs

Summer Rtwear Lines Feature Navy Red and White Dresses

The article previews summer dresses in rayon and cotton, noting smart tailoring and washability. Navy red and white striped shirting accents dresses with red belts and collars, red waist buttons, and a favored high neck look. Necklines trend toward bateau shapes with diamond shallow fronts, while sleeves move to a conservative shoulder emphasis. The soft styles echo early 1900s influences in a restrained reinterpretation.

Combating West Virginia income tax rollout begins

Charleston July 17 A dozen field agents under Tax Commissioner Fred L. Fox will seek names of residents earning over 600 dollars a year as West Virginia begins its first income tax. The 1 percent levy applies to gross income above 600 with exemptions for married couples and children, aiming to raise 1.4 million dollars yearly.

Charleston West Virginia Fred L. Fox Fox Tax Commissioner Tax Department

Personal Notices From Barrett Street to Akron Visits

Mrs A D Poe of Barrett street visits daughter in Akron Ohio. Miss Elizabeth Knicely heads to Elkins for hospital training. Miss Anna Lee Ellers calls on Mr and Mrs Wm Beverly in Akron. Mrs Robert E Graham returns from Fairmont with son Paul staying another week. Otis E Parrish and two sons visit relatives here from Ashville North Carolina. Mrs Alice Menear and two sons visit sister and brother in New Bethlehem Pennsylvania.

A. D. Poe Barrett Street William Everly Akron Ohio Elizabeth Knicely Grand Street Elkins City Hospital Anna Lee Ellers Wm Beverly Ey Jerly Ellers Robert E. Graham Fairmont Harry Fisher Paul Otis E. Parrish Robert Everett Ashville N. C Parrish R. Z.parrish New Bethlehem Alice Menear Marvin and Eustilee Newburg Menear Howad Hawkins Flemington Jane Lang Carl Wagoner Cumberland T. M. Davis West Main Street Ed. Cassell Sara Marie Robert Edward Lee Henderson Dorsey and Ray Robert Henderson Isabel Frank Westcott Norma Westcott Alice Reese Elizabeth Shriver Webster Springs W. H. Arnold Salvation Army Leadmine Dry Fork Tucker County Arnold Parsons Taylor George Philippi Charles King Wheeling Clyde Richman and Son Benny Maple Avenue William Hull Austin Ward Parkersburg Webster Springs Yesteday Robert Beattie B. Hosler Walnut Street Belington Allen Dyer N. R. Bowers Williamson W. Va Prudential Insurance Company Lucille Minnich Timberville Virginia Reese Eleanor Hedrek Washington, D. C Garfield Memorial Hospital Burton Farence Betty Billy Mildred Yost Shinnston Catherine Olivia Simpson Tony Olivo Olivo

West Virginia campaign to publicize state assets in Fairmont

A campaign to mobilize manpower and funds for a ten percent return on a 120 million highway program will be launched in Fairmont on July 18. Ernest N. Smith of the American Automobile Association will address attendees as local auto clubs unite to push the effort. Local leaders Mayor A G Martin and Robed R Wilson will steer the drive, with district and central club chiefs coordinating to showcase the state’s scenic, historical and recreational strengths.

Fairmont West Virgina Ernest N. Smith American Automobile Association Washington, D. C West Virginia Nothern Club Martin A. G. Martin E. P. Henderson Antrich Chaiman Drew L. Henry Robed R. Wilson Clarksburg Hontrict

Weekend visits and regional travels in the area

A parade of local residents and visitors are noted across the region with stops in Webster Springs, Philippi, Barbour, and Shinnston. Families gather for birthdays and outings while officials like Captain W H Arnold visit forestry camps in Tucker County.

B and O Freight Increases Reported In June And July

The Baltimore and Ohio Line notes no furloughed workers recalled yet as freight volume rises on the Monongah division. June freight up 33 percent from last year, coal tonnage up 30 percent in early July, with a 50 percent rise over 1931. Extra crews used to ease congestion. motive power strained and repairs scarce amid cost-cutting. Officials confer, awaiting official word.

Baltimore & Ohio Monongah Unof

Just Looking Visitors Told We Offer No High Pressure Sales

Store clerks welcome visitors who say they are just looking. No forceful sales tactics are used. The atmosphere is homey to make shoppers feel at ease. Stop in when in the neighborhood and be pleasantly surprised.

Officials seek more workers for railroad shops and Fairmont

Officials say permission is being sought to hire additional men in the real railroad shops and in Fairmont. Local authorities argue more workers are needed to repair engines, and the opinion is that the orders will be granted soon.

Fairmont

Stocks Soar Again Today In Mixed Market Action

New York July 17 stocks rose into higher territory led by alcohol and several specialties including rubber metal aircraft and other sectors. Major gains occurred in late trading with International Business Machines National Distillers and American Commercial Alcohol up over eight points. Several issues advanced three or more points while many names such as Commercial Solvent Standard Brands Case Goodyear Dupont Western Union U S Rubber U S Smelting American Telephone U S Steel and General Motors rose one to two points. Total transfers approached 6,400,000 shares.

New York International Business Machine National Distillers American Commercial Alcohol Standard Brads Case Goodyear Dupont Wester Union Auburn United States Rubber U. S. Sm

Princeton Cake and Seasonal Menu for Day

Breakfast features fresh berries, cereal, eggs, toast, and coffee. Lunch includes tomato salad, bread, sugar cookies, peach sauce, iced tea, and a chicken dish with creamed peas and buttered beets. Dinner offers sliced chicken, Russian dressing, lettuce, and a textured cake dessert with cottage cheese and orange rind. Serve portions for four.

Princeton

Lemony Layer Cake and Icing Recipe Notes

Cream butter and sugar. Add juice rind lemon extract salt and yolks and beat two minutes. Add flour and beat one minute. Add rest of ingredients mixing lightly. Pour into two layer pans bake 25 minutes. Cool and frost. Also mix orange juice butter lemon extract salt and confectioners sugar beat two minutes let stand five minutes beat until creamy.

My Beauty Hint on sunshine and complexion care

The speaker extols sun and fresh air as vital for a rosy complexion and bright eyes, preferring natural radiance over flawless skin yet believing in careful skincare to protect the face while enjoying outdoor life. The tone is practical and personal, urging balanced beauty habits.

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