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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1909
Page
1
A local notice describes a social aid program at the Bible church led by Trawin and associates. It notes a special entertainment function for the congregation, with plans featuring Mr Tra city and community members, calling it a heartfelt community effort.
Senator Stone arrived in Washington from Baltimore furious after an on board confrontation with a black waiter on the Pennsylvania Railroad. He claimed the railroad must explain the incident, recounting slights, an assault, and his arrest, and said he will attend a hearing the next afternoon while demanding accountability.
Senator Bailey Ex Sheriff Means Albert Lucas and Luke Flanagan of the local Elks lodge to Los Angeles for a grand lodge meeting. cards received from Bailey and Means confirm Portland dated July 24 and that the LA gathering was historic. Delegation then headed to Seattle for the expo. Plus a stork visitation reports a baby girl for Mr. and Mrs. Barrett of Washington Street.
Weather outlook indicates thunderstorms tonight or Friday with continued warm conditions. Forecasters warn of possible unsettled skies and isolated shower activity across the region, while high temperatures remain in a warm range and humidity stays elevated.
Williams, secretary of the Grafton board of trade, discussed a new silica sand vein near Grafton in Wheeling interviews. He says the 99.76 percent silica clay could supply local glass factories and potteries, with a company formed and land leased to mine and market the material.
The torpedo boat destroyer Ferret rammed a heavy timber boom near Portsmouth New Hampshire at thirty miles an hour. The obstruction failed to stop it and the ship left the boom as if it were cheese though pumps operated to counter underwater damage.
New York July 29 Harry Pulliam president of the National Baseball League attempted death by own action in his New York Athletic Club apartment. He fired a revolver at his temple the bullet grazed his temple and the explosion nearly put out his eyes. He is reported to be sinking fast and if he lives doctors say he will be blind. He was placed under arrest but kept in his apartment with an officer present. Pulliam had been in ill health for some time.
In New York on July 29, about 200 girls employed by Rosenblatt & Co. went on strike over restrictions on talking during work and lunch breaks. They vow not to return unless their right to speak is restored, and the forewoman dismissively cites a wall sign about who is boss. Sweet Melody Flour.
Federal court in Philippi issued a temporary injunction against striking machinists from trespassing on Baltimore & Ohio property and from violence toward employees at the Grafton shop. The order, served on named strikers, bars street gatherings and is returnable at Wheeling in September to consider permanence. Local machinists did not appear via council.
Brewers from Hester Columbus Associated Breweries Samuel Blumenthal, August Meyers of Wheeling, Schmulbach and Reymann breweries, E. V. Loew, Clarksburg Brewery P. J. Linden, plus others, gathered at the Waldo hotel in Clarksburg to discuss bottle preservation and beer trade regulation along with general trade conditions.
A consignment of 200 fur Russian Toques arrived from Paris in New York. The tall hats, resembling bearskins, are said to replace the peach basket hairstyle and rise about a foot and a half above the forehead with an aigrette crown. Wearers must style hair into a top ball.
New York July 29 Adams inventor of the rogues gallery retired poor from the police force. He joined in 1872 at age twenty five and, though health is broken, Superintendent Byrnes made him a detective in 1883. He originated the gallery and the picture frame used widely, yet sales were not large.
Superintendent of Water Works Frank A Ross says excessive water use strains pumps while West Grafton main supplies the city. He urges residents to limit usage until the main line to the reservoir is repaired, noting some have treated the system as if fully operational.
In Parkersburg West Virginia on July 29 the mayor told the city council he will not sign any contracts for permanent improvements unless a funding source is provided. He noted about $3,000 remains after expenses while over $6,000 has been approved, demanding a concrete revenue plan. Councilman Donley cited state laws requiring council members to be responsible for every penny spent over the current year's income.
New York July 29 James J Jeffries posted a 5000 dollar forfeit with sporting writer Robert Edgren as proof he will defend the heavyweight title against Jack Johnson. Jeffries plans to depart for Europe soon and begin training in Carlsbad after August 5.
Street tensions flare as organizers and mill workers clash concerns rise over possible violence. Police kept crowds moving per Mayor Layton to prevent gatherings on street corners while the plant runs at full capacity with a new terne plate department operating.
Thousands of women plan a winter trip to Washington to present Congress with a massive suffrage petition. Miss Lucy Anthony, niece of Susan Anthony, says a million signatures will be gathered and a procession will march in the national capital while mass meetings and parades occur in other cities. She predicts women will vote in 1916 and that the United States will be last among nations to grant equal suffrage.
About 18 young friends gathered at Osha McIntosh's Kirby Street West Side home last evening for a surprise birthday party. Refreshments were served and games were played as he received several valuable presents.
A minor wreck on the Grafton and Belington branch of the B and O tied up traffic for about four hours on Wednesday afternoon. Two lumber cars jumped the track and lodged in the Tygart Valley Fishing Club yard. No one was injured.
Notice stating that fiduciary accounts for the estate of Celia Fahey are before the commissioner of accounts for settlement. John H. Gerkins is administrator of the deceased. Dated July 29, 1909, by G. W. Ford, commissioner.
W V Aiding details report Frank Hammond of Cumberland Md. found near Blaine with a gash to the throat and near drowning. He was taken to Allegheny hospital Cumberland after leaving home Monday morning while drinking heavily. His mind is thought unbalanced and it remains unclear if he fell or jumped from the Blaine bridge. He is about 25 and from a well connected family. There is hope for recovery.
Madrid July 29 The king issued a decree proclaiming martial law and suspension of constitutional guarantees throughout Spain after arriving from San Sebastian. Rioting in Barcelona and Catalonia intensifies with attacks on religious houses as disturbances spread to Alflo Rioja Valencia. Railways torn up. frontier customs closed near Cerbere as authorities plan urban measures to quell unrest.
George W. Robinson was brought from Farnum to the county jail on a burglary charge. He confessed to multiple Farnum burglaries and said a partner did the bulk of the work. Robinson seeks safety by exposing the partner. hearing set before Justice Long in a few days. MR. WILLIAMS REPORTS BUSINESS PROSPECTS FOR GRAFTON Board of Trade secretary Williams returned from Pittsburg and Wheeling with optimism about resuming operations and Grafton’s near-term opportunities.
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