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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1934
Page
4
The Sentinel praises a local effort for a grand Fourth of July celebration in Grafton and Taylor County. It supports firework displays to keep events safe, while urging public backing and practical funding to ensure a memorable holiday for all ages.
A garbled declaration urges the public to support a brain trust and regimentation of cans. It stresses duty to rally in precincts, align leadership within magisterial districts, and preserve the nation through business and industry starting today.
Community newspaper urges readers to supply news tips and items to strengthen coverage of West Virginia area. Editors explain reporters’ duties, welcome cooperation, and warn that persistent silence could be filled by others. The piece notes upcoming August primary races and urges public participation. Card of thanks from Mary Rowland family follows. Rhubarb farming gains traction near Lake Okeechobee.
In the Pierre Dufresne household detective Sergeant Harper interviews Pierre Dufresne, his sister- in-law Aline Croyden, Richard Croyden and others as a murder mystery unfolds. The initial claim of a double suicide is questioned while Donaghy and Ulrich hint at hidden identities. Harper plans to broaden the inquiry amid a fresh snowfall and new morning observations.
Howard H Holt of Grafton West Virginia announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination to represent the 11th Senatorial District comprising Marion Monongalia and Taylor counties. He asks for voters support and moral backing in the May 81 1934 period.
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