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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1935
Page
4
The editorial criticizes Roosevelt’s push to revise the U S Constitution, arguing it would concentrate federal power and erode individual rights. It urges Democratic leaders to reject such changes, defend the Constitution, and seek a middle ground between miners and operators to avoid a damaging strike.
The piece argues for calm and careful consideration of the coal industry quarrel, warning against rash actions that could harm the nation. It says both sides have valid points, but any solution should be a give-and-take compromise, with the New Deal deemed broken and the Guffey Bill viewed as more unconstitutional than the NRA.
A list of spring commencements across West Virginia colleges includes Bethany 46 graduates at 10:30 with Associate Justice John W. Preston delivering the address and W H Cramblett presenting degrees. Morris Harvey 12 June and 7 August graduates with Governor H G Kump speaking. Bluefield State 10:30 with Garnett Wilkinson addressing. Shepherdstown Teachers College with Harold L Ickes keynote. West Virginia Wesleyan 81 graduates and one master’s recipient with Dr. Henry Hitt Crane. Davis and Elkins College 68 graduates with Dr. Hugh Thomson Kerr. Salem College in Salem 58 BA graduates and 57 normal diplomas with Dr. William L. Stidger.
Mayor E Otto Waughy announced Frank C McInteer district engineer for the state road commission at Charleston was in Grafton Saturday to supervise drilling of more holes in Main street to obtain data on the base. No date for repaving work or bid specifications completion. The delay in starting remains unexplained.
Washington central press reports that the Supreme Court decision loosening the NRA creates widespread unease in New Deal agencies. The federal alcohol control board and other commissions may face reorganization or termination as interpretations of the ruling ripple through tax and pension plans amid broad political debate.
New York observers assess how the NRA moved to address emergency but faced constitutional questions. A cross section of voters fears GOP or court actions may undercut social progress and warns of 48 state wage and hour laws creating a fragmented national economy. The piece cites fear of demagogues and calls for decisive presidential leadership to defend welfare measures.
Consuelo, torn between Stewart and Willowby, reminisces on gypsy roots as they dine and plan. Willowby reveals a Kentucky farm, and a marriage prospect for Marco’s betrothed, while Consuelo laments returning to her family's wagon and faces Stewart's controlling push toward the dinner party.
Legal notices announce claims by lienholders and common creditors against Mary J. Kelley in a chancery proceeding. Commissioner in Chancery William P. Samples orders filing of claims by June 10, 1935, and a public auction sale of real estate to follow on June 24, 1935. Special Commissioner G W Ford to oversee, cash terms. West Virginia Taylor County.
The commission of accounts announces settlements for Lida Barrett Mason executrix of David R Barrett estate The First National Bank of Gene guardian for Herbert and for Hubert Sint sel The First National Bank of Grafton guardianship entries dated June 3 1935 filed by the commissioner of accounts
Notice before the commissioner of accounts for settlement lists Benedict G. Patterson administrator of Sarah Jane Patterson deceased George W Gawthrop administrator of Nancy Gawthrop deceased Minerva Lake executrix of C B Lake deceased and John as party in related matters awaiting review in Taylor County filings
James R. Neville was arrested by Constable T. Freeze on the Grafton Park road for driving without a valid operator's license. He pleaded guilty and was fined 16 dollars. Neville claimed residency here and held a license from another state, which West Virginia would not honor without proper local registration. Local peace officer W. Wells and Joel were present.
Reported actions show Capt. C. T. Morehead involved in railroad related activities within the Moridugalt division. The notice notes an arrest occurred in the prior month and details remain limited.
Commissioner's sale under a Taylor County chancery decree dated February 24 1936 in the M G Ballard estate action. Lydia Ballard Wiles administratrix is plaintiff. Minnie Ballard and others named. The docket lists breaking and entering, petit larceny, and related counts among the charged offenses.
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