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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1930
Page
2
A report describes the Little Black Clock reversing time to reveal Indian youths bathing in icy water and playing in minimal clothing. John Pekey and others observe the cold ritual, admire the strength of the Indian children, and witness chiefs painting their bodies as part of cultural demonstrations.
Paul C. Laign is appointed supervisor for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad at Clarksburg replacing H R Zepp, who moves to the Philadelphia office. Laign, a native of Martinsburg West Virginia, has West Virginia roots and is expected to contribute significantly to division officials.
An elderly Huntington man Mr Jack Rader credits Konjola with restoring health and appetite after two years of stomach trouble caused by painter's colic. He praises the medicine for easing pain and fatigue and states it is available at Grafton Drug and other local druggists.
King George marked his sixty fifth birthday with a quiet observance at Buckingham Palace while the Prince of Wales led the Trooping the Colour ceremony. The Duke of Connaught watched from a balcony above Horse Guards.
Alexandria, La. three river crevasses forced flood crews to pull back from northern farmlands and concentrate below the city near Marksville where dyke lines are to crest this week. Two breaks north of here flooded 2 500 acres while breaches near Boyce and Ben Ruth Cross threaten Pineville as engineers bolster walls and shore up weak points.
Miss Helen Byram daughter of Harry Byram head of the Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific Railroad Company married Don Burdick of Shanghai formerly Seattle yesterday at St Thomas Church Episcopal New York June 4 2.
Dickinson claims a decisive lead in the town senate primary as Cngréssmitin LY 0 Dicks supporters back President Hoover and a tart BIN. Hammill concedes after a two to one setback in yesterday's race.
Shanghai reports indicate renewed fighting may erupt between anti nationalist government forces and allies after a brief ceasefire. Police advise incoming hostilities, while education officials tally more than $15,000 in damages from recent vandalism at Tid Junior High and other sites.
Chief of Police William Schoettlin aged 40 of Absecon was shot and killed today in a suspected disorderly house. George Howard Much of Ventnor was arrested and charged with the shooting.
Police say the shooting occurred when Schoellin went to the place to learn why much had recently rented the house for the summer. Two Atlantic City girls and another man were arrested as material witnesses. ProRida is experimenting with 104 varieties of watermelons to produce better grat es.
In Duluth on June 3 reports say a northern Minnesota forest blaze swept through the Rice Lake district near Duluth. Three homes were destroyed and several thousand acres burned before winds eased and the fire came under control.
Chicago reports systematic vandalism across multiple schools with substantial damage. Officials say incidents dated June reveal broken windows, graffiti, and property loss, prompting security reviews and potential repairs. Local authorities urge swift reporting and increased supervision.
In Reedy West Virginia a municipal election was held today with only a single ticket in the field including T. O. Moss for mayor B. B. Lester for recorder and Clark Wright H M Bennett A L Trash J M Daniel and P E Craig as councilmen Moss will replace H Guy Lewellen who was appointed mayor in March to fill a vacancy caused by T M Howell's resignation New York City reports 2000 motion picture houses.
The piece argues that traditional common sense for childrearing is insufficient. It stresses unconscious drives, individual home dynamics, and the child’s perspective as essential guides for effective parenting beyond mere conventional discipline and inherited notions. It urges mothers to study childhood needs to gain insight and reduce conflict.
Disjointed report details a group of mothers visiting graves in France during June. It notes stormy Paris weather, shelters sought, and sightseeing disrupted. Three hospital cases are convalescing while the general health of the group is reported by doctors.
Delegates gathered in Spencer West Virginia for the opening session of the 65th Grand Encampment. West Virginia Lodge 10 hosts the meeting as delegates participate in the statewide gathering tonight.
Federal troops search the Cananea region near Bisbee Arizona for about 20 bandits who killed American Charles Koehler and a Mexican police officer. Koehler, 50, was slain at the Silver Plaste Mine, 25 miles south of Grant, Arizona. Superintendent Howells said raiders were likely former employees of the mine, seeking revenge after Koehler’s leadership. A brisk skirmish with outlaws occurred as troops pursued them.
A states extension service report notes a reduction of about 1,000 dairy constituents over a four year period in the Tano region. The finding highlights shifts in farming practices and market pressures affecting local dairy producers.
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