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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1936
Page
4
The publishers announce voluntary communications may be printed if they are for general public discussion, not libelous, and bear the author’s signature. It states names Howard B Holt James Holt and John B Palmer as officials and outlines requirements for letters to be published under the author’s byline.
A National Republic essay by Major A S Atwood criticizes indifferent voters and widespread subversive talk in America. It links lazy voting to political decay, warns of deportation fears and immigrant crime claims, and condemns WPA relief spending as a vote buying tactic. The piece cites Wheeling Intelligencer on congress approving 1.425 billion for relief, arguing the program demoralizes workers and buys votes ahead of election.
A year after the NRA demise, Industrial Conference Board figures show April 1935 to April 1936 employment rose 4.7 percent across 25 major manufacturing industries. Total man hours, payrolls, and earnings climbed, with real weekly earnings up 6.8 percent. Average hours and earnings improved while nominal pay dipped slightly due to cost of living changes.
Morgantown Dominion-News argues the beer issue lies in sale circumstances more than the beverage itself. Judge Baker cites beer joints as troublesome, urging stronger enforcement and a supervisory overhaul rather than restricting sales, to reduce beer-related trouble.
Charleston Daily Mail compares the Black Legion’s brutality to a man-eating shark, condemning its vicious ideology while noting Detroit officers face charges. The piece weighs defense and condemnation as it follows ongoing legal proceedings.
In Cleveland at the Republican convention a noted policy is whether relief critique overshadows relief methods. Comptroller General John Raymond McCarl, nearing the end of a 15 year term, remains tight lipped about his future as the job sits independent by design. He began as secretary to Senator Norris, then led the General Accounting Office with a reputation for efficiency.
The readable fragments discuss a murder confrontation and possible obstacles to convicting the actual perpetrators. Mentions legal gaps, political barriers, and conspiratorial vibes surrounding the case and defendants. Names and places are unclear in the damaged text.
A famed actress Margalo Younger is found dead at Dow Van Every’s house after a tale of the Camden ruby. Detective Keyes and Dr Narro probe the room amid a tense standoff, lifting clues from a needle weapon and a newly revealed suspect Joyce Van Every as the case unfolds toward a continuation.
The text discusses the Black Legion case, noting influential members, the difficulty of securing a conviction, and the looming courtroom defense. It emphasizes the human element and questions whether American trials can handle extraordinary crimes.
Police said D C Daniels of Oswald escaped from jail after his arrest on a charge of robbing a pool room. James Flinn and Thomas Atha, both of Oswald, were held on similar charges.
New York reports CBS laid out tentative daily programs with 8:45 a m 4 6 and 9 45 p m slots for commentator talks and guest speakers during the convention. NBC also scheduled several periods between day and night sessions. The plan may shift with developments as the convention continues.
Dr J By Biles veterinarian reports the Huntington quarantine on the dog will expire Friday after a 90 day extension. Herbert Hoover address all networks to extend the quarantine.
In Wheeling Judge John S Ritz set the trial date for Rufus Bellamy charged with killing Mrs Laura Wadley. Bellamy claims self defense and the trial is scheduled for July 13.
Police officers and sheriffs from plan to compete in a shooting contest during the state convention of the Fraternal Order of Police and the West Virginia Sheriff's Association in Fairmont. The event highlights law enforcement contests and community engagement at the annual gathering.
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