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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1927

Page

2

Jury Hears Damages Suit Over 1926 Taxi Collision

A jury hearings the Demoss versus Thomas case over injuries claimed from a March 1926 taxi collision on Main Street near Franz and Burka. Emma Demoss alleges permanent injuries to her eyes and body from negligence by taxi driver A. Thomas, with J H S Barlow for the plaintiff and O E Wyckoff for the defense. Continuances granted in several cases. other actions include land condemnation and a revolver license. The Demoss-Thomas matter is expected to occupy most of the day.

Emma A. Thomas Franz & Burka Thomas J. H.S. Barlow O. E. Wyckoff Commercial Investment Trust,Inc Sturm Motor Sales Assumpsit Corona Stores Morgan's Garage Louis Fisher House Taylor County E. Lodge Ross Gabe Fork Road E. M. Harris Demoss-Thomas Harry Barn

Coal Company executives granted 90 day stays of sentence

The docket shows Sam Gerard and associates at Hiatyiaca Coal Company with ap Howard Mayle and Palace Parsons each receiving a 90 day stay of sentence to file petitions with the state supreme court for review. They are arranging bonds for liberty pending final adjudication.

Sam Gerard Agai Hiatyiaca Coal Company Ap Howard Mayle Palace Parsons State Supreme Court

Postmaster General Plans Lindy Airmail Greeting Arrival

AP reports new Lindbergh airmail greeting plans as he arrives. Ford denies Lindbergh offered a position in its aircraft division. William Phillips presents credentials in Ottawa as first US minister to Canada. Major General Davis retires. Brigadier General Wall to succeed. Taft endows Cincinnati Symphony with art and million-dollar fund. State Dept. comments on Sheffield’s Mexico ambassadorship resignation. British waive claims against US for WWI shipping seizures. Rumors of General Wood health concerns. Anna Appolonio released on bail. Dr. Dee Hammer remains jailed.

Associated Press New Lindy Henry Ford Detroit Lindbergh Ford Company William Phillips United States Canada Ottawa Robert G. Davis U. S. Army Lutz Wall Cincinnati C. P. Taft State Department Washington James R. Sheffield Mexico Leonard Wood Philippines Anna Appolonio Husband Dee Hammer

Professor Young A 33rd Birthday Tragedy At Cliffside

The narrative recalls Professor Young, fluent in twelve languages and eight dialects, who dedicated his life to teaching and writing while incarcerated. On his 33rd birthday he fell from a sixty foot cliff in southern Europe, leaving him unable to walk. Born in Detroit, he later graduated from Tarrytown military school and spent 11 years abroad studying medicine.

Young Detroit Tarrytown N. Y

Claims Now Due for World War Veterans Act Benefits

Charleston report notes the June 7 deadline for evidence to claim compensation for tubercular and neuro psychiatric conditions under the World War Veterans Act. Hoaks of the West Virginia regional office urges veterans to provide proof linking disease or injury to service, as official records are absent. Hartford notice reports Prof. C H Young, 74, longtime Hartford resident, died after chronic illness.

Charleston H. G.hoaks West Virginna Veterans Bureau Hartford Conn C. H. Young Burdead Heeau

Liquor Permits Rule Spark Toronto Arrests

Michael K Kelly of Washington DC was arrested in Toronto after a government liquor sale began yesterday under the new law. He faces $250 bail on a charge of possessing liquor without a permit amid widespread store lines across six Toronto outlets. Authorities report no immediate troop movements from Manchuria and no major China developments expected soon.

Michael K. Kelly Washington, D. C Kelly Gap Toronto

Finance Minister Takahashi Resigns in Tokyo Coup

Finance Minister Takahashi resigns and Chuzo Mitsuci, Seyukai leader, is noted to succeed him. Takahashi agreed to serve temporarily when Baron Tanska formed his ministry on April 19, and he stated he would reevaluate his position.

Tokyo Takahashi Chuzo Mitsuci Seyukai Party Baron Tanska

Boy Scouts to Organize In Grafton To Build Native Club

After many rallies failed in the past the Boy Scouts of America will again organize in Grafton to form a useful native club. Leaders plan a new method to create interest by appealing to boys through music and other activities.

Boy Scouts of America Grafton

Youth movement at Main Street church seeks 200 members

This morning at Main Street M. E. Church a new youth initiative urged boys to join. The goal is 200 members with a kickoff meeting and a plan to enroll boys in a Boy Scout troupe, band, and orchestra. A trumpet and drum corps will form, with several elder city musicians volunteering.

Bao Ie Anatoototha M. E Te Mites Ees

Coolidge to Use Duplicate Limousine in West

President Coolidge will be driven in an exact duplicate of his current limousine upon arriving at his summer residence in the Black Hills South Dakota. The new car mirrors the one he uses here and will be dynamically prepared for western duties.

Washington Coolidge Black Hills South Dakota West

Uncertain fragment hints at travel to Rapid City offices

The fragment suggests a person plans to use a car to reach Rapid City from camp to view scenery and reach executive offices, mentioning symbols like a coat of arms and an unclear Pred term.

Esident Rapid Cit

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