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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1929

Page

4

Bremen crosses Atlantic in record four days and crew

The Bremen sets new speed records on its maiden voyage, crossing the Atlantic in four days eighteen and a quarter hours, beating Mauretania’s long-standing time and exceeding British daily run marks. The ship’s early success signals future competition and risks for British shipping interests.

Bremen Mauretania Sucson Atlantic John Bull Rawthur Fawnetes Lord Atlantic Ocean Kaiser God

Alimony case dismissed as no new grounds found

Associated Press notes Charles Wilson of Hall New York was among Hoover appointees to the farm board. The latest action by Mr Murphy seeks a divorce on desertion grounds, but the court dismissed the suit, finding no new matter beyond prior actions. The piece also discusses a proposed statewide New Jersey water system to supersede local municipal supplies.

Associated Press Charles Wilson Hall, N. Y Farm Board Hoover Murphy New Jersey Commonwealth Medrate

Controversy over Chinese Eastern Railway arbritration

The article notes that no territorial invasion occurred and China merely removed Russian workers from the railway, hoping the dispute be settled by peaceful arbitration rather than war. It then shifts to a critique of juvenile parole in murder cases, arguing for custodial confinement and reformative training for young offenders. A lucky river-find recovers a diamond ring lost by a railroad police officer’s wife near the ferry landing.

Far East Asia W. A.garlow Moorehead Railroad Police Tor

Murphy Divorce Refused Again In Columbus Suit

Mrs Lottie B Murphy of Fairmont learned last evening the Columbus Ohio Court of Domestic Relations dismissed her husband s latest divorce suit at the plaintiff s costs with 75 attorney fees awarded to the defendant The action was continued in this city adding to local attention and surprise among friends

New York Cay Sees Record Low Infant Deaths

New York City reports its lowest infant death rate in modern years with a three month steady level. Health Commissioner Wynne attributes gains to health education for parents, baby dispensaries, and prenatal clinics, while officials aim to extend benefits to education and ongoing health for saved babies.

New York Cay Wynne

Postal deficits threaten budget five year outlook

The Postoffice Department finished the last fiscal year with a large deficit and projects an average annual shortfall of 85 million dollars over the next five years. The report cites structural costs and demand shifts as key factors driving ongoing revenue gaps.

Chess Court On Lawn Sparks Outdoor Recreation Trend

In Tupelo an outdoor chess court on a front lawn blends marble squares with grass for a natural board. Wooden pieces stand 13 to 27 inches high, players roam to move pieces, chairs aid long sessions, and the pastime is praised as intellectual outdoor recreation.

Tupelo Alls

All Grafton Will Give Help Fill the Spaces

A long list of donors and contributions is presented as a community fundraising tally. Names include Dr. D. C. Peek Gordy Bailey G. W. Lear A Keefer T. W. Engle and many others with varied amounts recorded, showing broad support from individuals and local businesses.

All Grafton

French Senate to vote on war debt accord with America

Paris forecasters expect a small vote as the Senate debates ratification of the war debt accord with the United States. The Chamber of Deputies previously passed the measure by eight votes, signaling narrow support and a likely limited turnout.

Paris America Chamber of Deputies

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