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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1911
Page
3
Indianapolis May 27 thirty four cars qualified Friday in the elimination speed trials for the 500 mile automobile race to be held on Memorial Day. Two cars withdrew while ten are yet to be tried.
West Virginia lawmakers spark a probe into alleged bribery in the January senatorial caucus that nominated Clarence Watson and William Chilton. Senator Clapp of Minnesota met state leaders here, signaling an official United States Senate inquiry as rumors swirl over Lorimer case shadows. Shocks recount past charges of cash payments to sway votes, with Democratic delays in the joint committee proceedings. Also, Grafton Moose lodge initiates new class as it grows in prominence.
The Original Drummer Boy of Shiloh known as The Great Miltair, Adelbert Roland Carrington, appears in his patriotic single feature act A Vision of Patriotism at the Star tonight and will tour Philippi next week for Civil War commemorations. Carrington joined the Union Army at 11, served four years and four months, was at Shiloh at age 12, participated in 23 battles and skirmishes, was once proclaimed dead with a funeral sermon, and was mustered out with honors.
Juarez dispatch says a train carrying ex president Diaz bound for Vera Cruz was attacked at Tepechualco. Message to Francisco I. Madero from Senora Cardan at Jalapa Mexico provides no further details.
Washington May 27 society circles buzz over Billy Hitt returning from New York where he met Katherine Elkins and her mother who sail for the coronation. Rumor says he may wed Miss Elkins on her return. Elkins reportedly plans to meet the Duke of Abruzzi in Venice after the coronation.
Atlantic City May 27 The Rev William D Grant of North Cumberland Pa was found guilty of heresy by the commission hearing the charges The commission reported to the Presbyterian General Assembly Friday morning It found Grant taught a doctrine contrary to the Bible and the Presbyterian confession of faith and recommended his suspension until he renounced the errors The assembly overwhelmingly adopted the report
Rose Hill joins four team group completing the league which now includes Y M C A Grafton High School Rose Hill and Tygarts Valley Glass Company opening games set for May 20 at 10 AM between Y M C A and Grafton High School. Two games weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays with admission ten cents plus ten cents for grand stand seating.
Charleston May 27 The Coffman primary bill was amended on its second reading by patrons amid Democratic calls to print with amendments and to offer further changes. Republicans removed a clause criminalizing voting for non supported candidates and barred a candidate from appearing on multiple ballots. Provisions exclude special elections from the chapter. Democrats back the French-Dice bills with Oregon referendum features. Delegate Moore of Marshall named Republican floor leader replacing Strothers of McDowell.
An error appeared naming the missionary who died last evening in Fayone Egypt. The deceased is Miss Della Hugill, a niece of Mr W Ridenour of this city, and not his sister as previously reported.
An odd catalog line reads A car load of the best Duggies on earth The Perry I tanke the price suggesting a catalog or ad item priced for Perry GAINS with unclear details
The residence of C. A. Graves postmaster at Anderson Station was robbed last night of 75 dollars a 2000 dollar artifice de deposit and several small value items. This is the third time in the past year Mr Graves home has been robbed.
Ejihu Duckworth was arrested Friday by U S Deputy Marshal B D Hupp on a charge of sending obscene letters. He appeared before U S Commissioner Carlos R Lilly, held on $1000 bond for the federal grand jury in Parkersburg on June 18, then released after furnishing bond. Post Office Inspector H A Barber assisted in the case. Good for Workin' People Fields' Prune Syrup cod Semma.
Earl O Goodwin aged 25 died at Camp Jossman Philippines on August 13 1910 buried in Cleavenger cemetery near Flemington. He served in Company M 19th Infantry US Army survived by parents two sisters and four brothers interment under McGrumphy Brothers.
Charleston WVa May 27 The House of Delegates passed the French Senate primary election bill with a referendum to the people in 1912. A motion to strike the referendum and make the law effective at once failed 445 to 31, while an offer to submit it at a 1911 special election was defeated 445 to 31. The Senate sent the Coffman Bill to its third reading and engrossment. Senator Bland’s substitute bill to omit the referendum failed 17 to 11.
Peter Fitzwilliams aged 72 with long cancer illness died at 1 this morning at his daughter's home Mrs John Murray after returning from Bloomington Maryland. He is survived by seven children and his wife died Oct 29 last. Funeral Monday at St Augustine's with a Requiem Mass and Catholic cemetery burial. Martha Knight widow of J Knight died at 71 years 10 months. Funeral at Mt Taber. Convict Auditor Warriner joins prison staff with personal valet in Cincinnati.
The funeral of Mrs. Frank P. Proudfoot, who died this week in Rowlesburg, was held at 9:30 AM in the Methodist church. The procession traveled to Bluemont cemetery for interment with pallbearers from nearby towns and relatives attending from Pleasant Creek, Knottsville, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Grafton, and Weston.
In Marlinton West Virginia May 27 a twelve year old son of J Dennison president of Maryland Lumber Co Denmar county had his right arm torn off in the cog gearing of the saw mill. Fire and medical aid were provided after belting was cut and machinery reversed. The boy asked if he could learn to play baseball with his left arm after anesthesia. A sermon to veterans follows at Andrews M E church Sunday with Rev James W Engle delivering memorial address to Reno oost Grand Army of the Republic and Post veterans.
Rev William D Grant pastor of the First Presbyterian church North Cumberland Pa faces charges of heresy as the Presbyterian general assembly weighs his unusual interpretations of scripture. He says ministers must shock congregations to awaken sleepers and avoid apathy. Verdict expected as a compromise censures part of his views. Also notice: pocketbook lost at B and C depot with money, checks and receipts. liberal reward offered.
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