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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1915
Page
3
Descriptive dispatch notes extreme famine and social collapse in Mexico City during the revolution. Factions cut rail lines, food sources drained, and starvation grips a population around 500,000 as relief efforts appear inadequate.
The Miss Cox and Perrine left Flemington after a week as guests of Mrs J J Martin. Rev and Mrs P H Murray visited Memorial views in Grafton. Mrs C F Monroe returned home from Parkerburg. Guy B Williams called in Grafton. Mrs Lloyd Welverton spent the weekend here. MeLAPSA ASHBAT and Mrs Greathouse visited Grat ion. Mrs Mary Musuer of Michigan and Mrs Emamia Chenoweth of Philippi stayed with Mrs G F Batson. John, son of Mr and Mrs Suy FE Williams, was ill but improving. Earl Pepper, former Flemington boy, visited. Lincoln Geathones visited Parkersburg. Emmett Blaney of Graft was a visitor. Thomas Monroe returned from a two-week trip. Mr and Mrs George trainer were here. Abe Williams’ family hosted. Master Carson Curry of Fairmont visiting. Tommi Tathow visiting in Grafton. Mrs Will Stewart, ill, to Clarksburg hospital. Flemington High School closed term with graduation exercises and diplomas awarded.
The final step in the long litigation between the Thomas G. McKell estate and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway was the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals affirming a district court judgment granting Mrs. McKell $125,000. The case began in 1902 when Thomas G. McKell of Chillicothe Ohio sued for $2,575,000 over alleged breach of contract related to land in West Virginia and side tracks into the property.
Bridgeport June 4 West Virginia saloonists claim the United States Supreme Court ruling allows cross border liquor orders and delivery without local interference. Tony Ross of Lowellville had been fined and jailed after selling liquor across the Ohio River into Hillsville Pennsylvania. Courts upheld and denied interstate license arguments, affecting Ohio license holders.
ELAN IL ee ELAN IL ee BLKINS June 1 The Wils cfty council in session this week approves expending 10000 for paving unpaved streets in the main part of the town. Work to begin soon and finish before bad weather. The new auto fire truck arrives and is ready for service. All improvements funded from regular city taxes with no special levy.
Clarksburg West Virginia June 5 The Tykarts Valley Presbytery elected Elkins as next year’s meeting place. Officers named include Miss Emma Davis president Mrs Forest Hutton vice president and others for treasurer secretary foreign missions education and youth work.
Charleston June 5 A new health council authorized by the legislature was appointed by Governor Hatfield. Members include Jone physician from each congressional district for four years in a GOP stagger, with W Stevens Kimball McDowell County J L Pyle Chester FP Farnsworth Princeton W J Davidson Parkersburg Wood Randolph J B Robbing Charleston Kanawha for three years. Also Charles Scott Bluefield on the state board for three years. All members are Republicans.
A state act prohibits any unlawful non citizens from owning or possessing a dog or other animal in Pennsylvania, with penalties up to twenty five dollars or imprisonment for a day per violation. Police may arrest foreigners found with a dog without a warrant. The measure, approved by Governor Beumé, reflects strict enforcement during the era.
An expedition led by government geologist I B Diller starts fieldwork at Lassen Peak with rangers observing activity from a fire lookout above the crater. Mount Washington telescope support and further studies aim to assess danger and potential river of lava, while officials urge precaution and preparedness nationwide.
In Lexington on June 6 John Hall accused of killing Milton Hutter testified about a quarrel that led to the shooting. He described Butler as the aggressor and said he drew a pistol after Butler advanced. The courtroom heard the tense confrontation as 200 spectators watched. The judge and jury listened to the tale amid a charged scene. The outcome remains pending as the case moves forward.
Jeppe Nelson of Parlin Amboy petitions Jersey City chancery court to divide funds saved by his wife Mrs. Nelson. He claims $10,000 from his earnings has been stored by her and that she plans to cut him from her will. The couple, married 1883 separated 1910, face disputed inheritances for their children.
At Charleston West Virginia, work gangs on the South Side roads led to eleven escapees and ten still at large after a month. Most escapees were serving sentences for violating prohibition. Guards armed with shotguns were ordered to shoot on escape attempts. About thirty-five men work daily. many trusted to work without guards. Knights of Pythias push crime prevention day with West Virginia Grand Lodge encouraging broader fraternal support.
Parkersburg reports mineral water sales down sharply since West Virginia became dry. Local business owners say the soft drink and mineral water trade has fallen by about 40 percent, with ongoing declines as demand weakens and competition fades.
Washington reports a Belgian statement debunks German claims of Belgian franc tireurs and civilian hostility. It cites official notices, deposits of arms, and public warnings as evidence Belgium did not wage an organized resistance and notes priests and civilians suffered under German actions.
A young man jailed on charges of robbing the Richards home in Media Delaware County Pa of jewels valued at 11600. Police say he admitted a fictitious name William J Smith and boasted of safe cracking in under two minutes. He opened safes at DA and detective HQ to prove skill.
Oam W. Brown died at 62 in his Potterman district home after two weeks of illness. Funeral Monday afternoon from his residence with burial at Carder Cemetery. J A McCabo undertaker and Blaine Tohingon preacher attend. Survived by widow and five children W L Browne, Marvey Brown, and Lene May Brown, among others.
On the eve of graduation at the Naval Academy three midshipmen face involvement in a scheme described as gouging theft of exam papers and related misconduct. Names including John Tracy Davis and others are mentioned, with details and numbers reported as under investigation. The secretary of the navy arrived to review the situation as superintendent Paleyne testified before officials.
The Ravenswood bank project progresses with charter awaiting signature and public opening planned within 30 to 40 days. Key organizers include WA Emma Jt Welzel and William M. Amos with directors Mason Watts Hy Were Wit McArnold W A Allis and C S Metathtin. Capital stock set at 25000 dollars, targeting a single WV district between Parkersburg and Point Pleasant.
Federal investigators opened a case into alleged enlistment of American youths for British military service. A London consular telegram cited 15 youths enlisted in violation of US shipping accords with Britain. Secret Service and U S District Attorney teams work to uncover inducements and details of the alleged recruitment.
In Indianapolis a Progressive party meeting ended with Howard Toner and Paul Hayes resigning as officials to affiliate with the Republican party. Le Ray Leney chaired a High District committee session where a motion to carry the Progressive movement within the GOP was defeated. Jackson Hoyd elected chairman succeeding Toner.
Mrs A C Cox wife of a leading Mississippi druggist is dying from poison while her husband Jon Cox is under arrest after he killed Dr Ti Maulding whom she found in their home. The couple’s history links to ex Senator Joseph Bailey and prominent local families as investigators sort the chaotic events of the early hours.
Gave regital in Gave Regital Philipppi W Va June 3 featured Lucile Crim Anna Dyer and Mya Howell in an expression class graduation program. Highlights included Arrival of Anne by Orm Here Comes the Bride by Howell and Daisys Music Practice Hour by Dyer with piano by Curtis Correll.
More than 200 signers support a petition urging the city commissioners to delay a $15,000 hospital bond election. The plan would fund thirty bonds of $51 each, drawn over thirty years, amid opposition and fears of tax impact. In Clarksburg Samuel Southern will probate, listing heirs including Bila M Set Duncan James A Clyde and Hugh R. Fred receives $1.
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