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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1933
Page
3
Advertising rates are 2 cents per word with a cent per word for additional words for the same day, ads must reach the office by 9 00 a m, an extra eight seats per inch will be charged for late composition after 9 00 am Removal orders must be given by 6 00 p m the evening before.
The Spirit of Jefferson newspaper of Charles Town West Virginia celebrates eighty nine years since founding by James W. Beller. It has chronicled Jefferson County events through peace and war while maintaining high standards and a commitment to liberal principles and the Democratic party. The editorial reflects on dedication to duty and the pursuit of a strong rural newspaper tradition as it begins its ninetieth year.
The Wheeling Intelligencer argues for renewing expiring prison labor contracts for a few months to address unemployment among about 2,000 idle convicts. It supports contract labor and road work as a solution, urging road camps and state takeover of county roads to employ inmates and reduce idleness.
American businessmen learn that newspaper ads are the surest way to reach consumers. Bureau of Advertising figures show newspapers capturing 59 percent of total advertising appropriations of 432.
The Relief Commission uses federal funds to buy steam cookers sealers and cans to preserve meat and food for future relief needs. Cooperation comes from Texas A and M extension service as crews prep for cold weather. Also noted is an auto accident near Laurel Grove injuring a man and a separate court delay in a taunting arrest case. The lower Rio Grande valley cabbage crop for 1932 33 is valued at about 1.29 million dollars for producers.
The piece notes national advertisers in 1932 and lists names such as Lee Carrico James Robinson and E B Sitter as preferred advertisers while detailing ad content. It highlights large share figures for automobile gas railroad and apparel ads and mentions musical items and a Kiefer Edward Ewers Clarinet Saxophone duet. It ends with opinion from Mineral Daily News Keyser urging death penalties for kidnapping and Justice Department efforts.
Washington reports that farm administrators plan to distribute over 90 million dollars to wheat farmers this fall to reduce production and to create a fund to boost bread grain exports. The plan accompanies broader reforms in wheat marketing as exchanges faced late week closures and sharp price shifts.
A large summer crowd enjoyed a High School Band concert in the park featuring eight solos, two duets and a brass quartet. Highlights included trumpet solo by Kenneth Daugherty and saxophone by Billy Fisher, with pieces such as Men of Ohio and In a Rose Garden.
Port Huron Michigan July 24 UP five boys burned to death today as their home on the Sarnia Indian reservation two miles south of Sarnia Ontario was destroyed by fire. They were sons of Tom White and his wife Chippewa Indians. Mrs White rescued a two year old daughter. Reports say the fire apparently was caused by lightning.
Four drunk and disorderly cases were brought before Mayor Charles O King in police court after weekend revelry. Three received stern warnings for imbibing too freely, while the fourth forfeited a $5 cash bond for non-appearance. An attempted discussion on liquor tolerance sparked laughter as a veteran claimed to drink barrels of tuft and still stay sober, drawing interruptions from a cheeky youth. Gordon Mil 143 Front street was charged with possession of moonshine found by police.
In a New York backstreet workshop Colin Hewitt, a writer, contemplates a fresh start after a tense talk with his chaotic friend Reddy Turner. Reddy seeks Colin to join a risky venture, hinting at threats and a hidden letter meant to be found if he dies.
Pasadena, July 24. The case of an 41, baby revived five minutes after its heart stopped beating and kept alive six days was learned today. The child, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Maynard Dickinnson of Pagaden, died beyond revival Sunday six days ago in Pasadena hospital. Dr John S Hibben injected adrenalin into the heart which started again and the child was kept in a respirator for six days.
Marie Force Concelia Forcello ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs James Forcello of 152 West Main street narrowly escaped serious injuries when struck by an Oldsmobile sedan driven by H B Shaffer of Pruntytown while crossing from the north to the south side of the street near her home Saturday evening at 810 oclock She was knocked down thrown clear of the car and carried home by the driver She suffered a deep cut across her left jaw and ear a bruise on her left leg and other minor injuries plus shock
The Philippine Islands program was not an international broadcast but came courtesy of the Bible Society. A secretary equipped a coach with a loudspeaker for victrola and microphone use, switching records to microphone as electricity allows.
Notice is given that W Watkins purchaser of 49 acres in Booths Creek District, assessed as Jacob Smith, sold for delinquent taxes on December 14 1931. Deed will be made to W M Watkinson after October 1933 unless redeemed by that day. Redemption costs include sheriff sale 3 survey 10 notice 30 interest 0 3. Given by Frank Net Clerk Taylor County Virginia June 11 193? July 10-17-24 Aug 2.
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