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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1931

Page

2

Birth of a Nation Returns at Opera House Crowns Past and Present Cast

The Opera House presents The Birth of a Nation in a revived two night engagement. Audiences revisit a Civil War era on screen with Mae Marsh Lillian Gish and Henry B Walthall in roles that defined early cinema. The revival recalls the 18 year old film and updates viewers on the stars careers from silent to stage.

America David Wark Griffith Griffith Grifith Mae Marsh J Henry Walthall Miriam Cooper Lilian Gish Hoy Lillian Lincoln Wallace Opera House Lillian Gish New York Henry B. Walthall Colonel Abraham Lincoln

Radio Program Schedule Highlights and Times

A dense radio and television schedule lists programs across NBC CBS and local stations with show titles and times from early morning into late night. Notable items include Dorothy Knapp Van Steeden Oren Vaileen Orch Whiteman’s Band Sherlock Holmes Lombardo’s Orchestra and Calloway Orchestra among others with hourly blocks and channel designations such as WEAF WABO and WIZ.

Dorothy Knapp van Steeden Oren Vailee’n Orch Whiteman’s

Radio Day by Day By EB Butterfield

Radio industry gears for home television as Geddes predicts early news art on air. Hoover to address editors June 15 via NBC CBS two network broadcast from Indianapolis. Tonight features diverse programs led by Lombardo and Gehrig guest spots, with Baker address and London rebroadcast looming.

Butterfield Chicago Mantern New York Hoover NBC CBS American Society of Newspaper Editors Indianapalis Ind Heidelberg University Germany Weaf-Nbc

Polamic Medicine Promises Asthma Cure in Free Literature

Asthma treatment claims culminate in Polamic Medicine offers free literature and testimonials. The ad asserts a breakthrough after prior methods failed, inviting readers to request desk 14 materials from Polamic Medicine Co. at 127 East Second Street, Cincinnati Ohio.

Polamic Medicine, CO East Second Street Cin- Ohio

Rosa Ponselle Sings Violet ta on NBC London to US

Rosa Ponselle the soprano appears as Violet ta on WAKC CHS at 7 15. Ryder Cup golf team members speak on eve of departure from London for the United States on WEAF NBC at 6 45. Pean of Arc episodes conclude on WZZ NBC at 9 0.

Rosa Ponselle Violetta London United States Weafnbc WZZ NBC

West Va News Briefs Hinton-Warwick Mathews Drowns

Hinton-Warwick Mathews, 32, of Sprague in Raleigh County, drowns in the New River at Junta near here.

Hinton Warwick Mathews Sprague Raleigh County New River Junta Here

Geo H Stewart 93 Dies in Sleep Cumberland Valley Leader

Geo H Stewart aged 93 died in his sleep at his home in the Cumberland Valley area. He was long a key real estate holder with over 100 farms and a principal stockholder in the Cumberland Valley railroad, influencing Pennsylvania Railroad control of the line. He served as president of the board of trustees at Shippensburg State Teachers College and treasurer of Wilton Cottage trustees in Chambersburg. A separate note mentions Lewisburg and an unrelated arrest of Howard Cook on a robbery indictment in Renick, Shippensburg.

Lewisburg Howard Cook Bank of Renick Shippensburg Dunsmuir George H. Stewart Bowling Cumberland Eo Stewart Cumberland Valley Railroad Pennsylvania Railroad Shippensburg State Teachers College Wilton -Cottege Chambersburg

Huntington boat accident and assorted civic notes

In Ohio River near Huntington row boat overturns with ten 10 year old Hunt tchers, 17 year old John Hit and 12 year old Leon ard Monds drawn as four others reach shore. Commissioner E V Perry moves to police after term expires. Dr William F McQuillian delivers baccalaureate at Fairmont State Teachers College. National Fertilizers Association holds seventh annual convention at White Sulphur Springs. Col H L Brooks to retire as state police head, visits Weirton with wife.

Huntington Chester Lee Hutchers John Hit Leonard Monds Ohio River

Prodigal Opens at Strand With Tibbett in Modern Role

Lawrence Tibbett stars in The Prodigal at the Strand portraying a Southern aristocrat turned wanderer. Esther Ralston, Roland Young, and Cliff Edwards support in a lively, music infused drama with notable song numbers and comic relief from George Edwards.

Strand Theatre Lawrence Tibbett Antonia Eral Fox Hunt Tibbetty Pappy Tibbett Harry Pollard Sue Esther Ralston Roland Young Cliff Edwards Parnell B. Pratt Hedda Hopper Emma Dunn Stepin Feteffit

Diana Visits Blythes Yacht to Learn Why He Gave the Danes

Diana arrives by air to Blythes yacht where he agrees to reveal motives behind a substantial gift. Parker, posing as a book salesman, had previously scouted the Danish site and observed Diana's father grant access, including a key hidden in a vase.

Diana MR. Blythes Imost Parker

Clash in Bhatwaria costs eight lives in India

Eight people were reported killed and several injured in a clash between landlords and tenants in the village of Bhatwaria, Allahabad, over rent collection last night.

Allahapad India Bhatwaria

Local Cast Names Include Bartels Von Eltz and Howard

A fragment lists Louis John Bartels Theodore Von Eltz Gertrude Howard John Larkin and two child players Wally Albright Jr and Suzanne Ramsom. The text hints at a cast or team lineup with multiple named individuals and young performers.

Louis John Bartels Theodore von Eltz Gertrude Howard John Larkin Wally Albright, Jr Suzanne Ransom

Political reform critique on juries and prosecutions

The report argues crime rises from political manipulation rather than juries failing to convict. Crowded dock ets let prosecutors drop charges via nolle prosequi, making them the de facto deciders of enforcement. It condemns habitual defense tactics and seeks abolition of grand juries except for public officer conduct inquiries and major conspiracies.

Nolle Udge

Disputed Third Degree Police Practices Questioned

Reports indicate that third degree interrogation methods used by police and prosecutors faced strong disapproval. Critics claim such practices risk rights violations and call for accountability measures while officials defend their procedures under legal standards.

Apt Arnoon Party Menu From Mrs Alexander George

By Mrs. Alexander George this afternoon party menu features Shrimp Salad with celery cucumbers and dressing, Lemon Sherbet, Spice Cake with Caramel Frosting, and another Party Menu including Fruit Salad Toasted Cheese Sandwiches and Strawberry Shortcake. It lists ingredients for eight servings and step by step directions for preparing each dish. The text notes mixing dressing and cream, chilling, layering on lettuce, and baking two layer cake, with details on frosting and a fruit based course.

Representative (Continued From Page One)

Representative Tilson argues the Democratic party is marked by internal discord and opposes tariff protection, claiming anti tariff arguments come from abroad and would cripple industry and agriculture if adopted. He condemns the Democrats for denouncing Republican protection.

Tilson

Scorchny Smith Returns to Lake Rahirs The Debut

Scorchy Smith performs a revival appearance, rekindling interest in Lake Rahirs. The event features a debut by a notable figure, drawing local crowds and media attention.

Slain Brooklyn Doctor Found Beaten and Stabbed

Dr George Edward Deely aged 68 was found beaten and stabbed to death on the floor of his Brooklyn mansion. Police said evidence suggested a violent struggle but the motive remains unclear and investigators reviewed possible suspects and connections to the recent political turmoil.

Associated Pree Parte George Edward Deely Brooklyn, N

Milner Dies Amid War Veteran Charity Work

Taplow England June 8 Sir Frederick Milner 41 known as the Broken Soldiers Champion for aiding disabled veterans of the South African War died today.

Taplow England Sir Frederick Milner Digdy

German Author Emil Ludwig Arrives in New York

German author and biographer Emil Ludwig arrives in New York for a visit to the United States as photographed by the Associated Press. The image captures Ludwig as he steps off a transport in the city, greeted by officials and photographers.

Associated Press Emil Ludwig New York United States

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Robert E. Lee Petersburg OPERA Dune WEAF World Today Archer Gibson Weber and Elds Symphonic Rhythm Makers WABO Ted Black Roy Atwell Crime Club H. V. Kaltenborn Kate Smith Arangeline Adame Peyer Bankershop Quartet Barbara Mandel Colonel and Budd Brad Browne Orch Lombardo Tremaine'a Pryor Nelson's Olsen Orchestra Ann Leaf Ben Alley Dance Osborne Amon ‘N Andy Jesters Phil Cook the Express Bargy Orchestra Real Folks Rochester Orchestra Empire Builders Calloway Orchestra Punk Orchestra Ohma Arden Wjznbc Lou Gehrig Wiznbc Guy Lombardo Harry Koxgn Wiz-Nbg Newton D. Baker Mechanics Institue Rochester N. Y National Civic Federation Russia Thomas O'Connor Nistay West Va Geo. H. Stewart Naval Radio System E. V. Perry City Commission Police Department Fairmont William F. McQuillian Nashville, Tenn Board of Christian Education Methodist Episcopal Church, South Fairmont State Teachers College National Fertilizers’ Association Weirton H. L. Brooks State Police Owever Sev Munyon Fiji Mrs Alexander George Scorchy Smith BioBay TorGas John Terry Milner U. S Berkeley Ban Berkeley Kum Springs Sioapada W.va Zoric Hein J.e.guth General Insurance R. M. & M. Bank Ae DTN
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