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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1931
Page
7
A dramatic Columbia film opens at the Opera House presenting a prison themed love story. It follows convict Bob Graham facing a ten year sentence and a moral choice amid the warden’s daughter romance and harsh prison life.
The 66 year old man Johnson argued he was too old for a cell after his escape, and he refused to name his children and grandchildren. His wife died last March, and officials expected possible pardon action but gave no definitive plan.
At the Grand a film blends romance with vivid riot sequences and a prison break attempt. Walter Huston shines as the warden delivering a dynamic performance. Constance Cummings impresses as the warden's daughter while Phillips Holmes stands out as the youthful co star. Supporting players Mary Dolan DeWitt Jennings Boris Karloff and Otto Hoffman are noted for strong contributions.
Lima officials renewed the search for Earl Truesdale and Thelma Woods who disappeared after a Saturday dance. Their car was found near an abandoned water filled quarry on the city edge. The quarry was dragged and dynamited with no bodies found yet. Officials expect remains near the car site. America's grapefruit production is estimated as six sevenths of the world crop.
Cumberland workers across B and O Railway crafts circulate a shore to shipper message urging patrons to favor rail freight and passenger transport over trucks and buses. The drive, signed by shopcraft leaders, notes payroll and investment in Cumberland and asks buyers to request rail shipping while highlighting limited trucking profits.
Commissioner Brainard and examiners Flyn and Stephan concluded hearings nationwide. Railroads, employes, executives, bus and truck operators, civic groups and state regulators participated. Parties must file briefs by June 1 after receiving extensions from the last sessions. National Grange and other rail groups submitted briefs.
A New York newspaperman backed by unlimited funds pursued a couple across the globe. The chase started with Hector Fuller in Gibraltar and Port Said, finally reaching Hongkong where Mott refused entreaties. Mott lost access to an immense fortune, estimated at 25 million dollars. He then worked odd jobs in the Far East to survive.
Col Lindbergh outlined to officials that the trip aims to tour the Orient. He and his wife plan an air tour of two or three weeks around China and Japan, with no plan yet for returning whether by boat or via northern air routes.
Pittsburgh reported on June 4 that twins 19 year olds (2)-Bet ty and Mary Fallon of Boynton Somerset County and Mrs Wilbur Black 21 were released after being held for questioning in a East Liverpool toll bridge robbery probe. Three men were bound over for court: George Bauman 21 Wilbur Black 19 and Charles Willoughby.
B D Kelly of Mount Holly North Carolina farms 50 acres of small grain to feed his 40 cow dairy herd.
Washington county deputies used tear gas to scatter 260 to 300 strikers at the Cedar Grove mine near Ayella. The demonstration involved 800 to 900 people marching on Mountour No. 10. no injuries or arrests reported. The National Miners Union strike spread with actions from Soudan and other mines, including plans to march to Bethlehem mines at Ellsworth and Marianna.
The article recalls Durringers tie to Francis Crowley who faces execution for killing a Long Island officer. Crowley and accomplices were cornered in a Manhattan apartment after a gun battle with about 150 police. Tear gas and machine guns were used in the raid.
Trustee W Merle Watkins will sell at public auction a lot in Grafton Taylor County West Virginia fronting 40 feet on West Main and running back to Weaverling at the junction of West Main and Leonard streets. The sale is June 13 1981 at 1 PM at the Taylor County Courthouse front door. Terms are cash.
Public sale of property in Taylor County West Virginia on June 13 1931 at 1 pm under a deed of trust dated April 23 1925 by Bert T Riley and wife to W Merle Watkins trustee. Property fronts 65 feet on High Street and extends to Grand Street, Lots 31 and 32 Mary E Jaco addition South Grafton containing a dwelling. Terms cash. Trustee signing.
Washington reports say a commerce department study warns higher Canadian duties could cut U S exports by about 4 percent, risking $25 million annually in shipments to Canada and affecting employment. Assistant Secretary Klein urged protest and cautioned on domestic impact, while Canada faces pressure in ongoing talks.
Notice lists guardian and committee accounts for settlement. John Ward guardian of Mary Williams infant. Dellett Newton committee of Evaling Cotrill non campus. Dated June 2, 1931, J Guy Allender Commissioner of Accounts. June 1 11.
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