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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1928

Page

2

Radio Program Listings and a Cheesy Quote

A long OCR of radio schedules lists programs by city and time across many stations with names like Melody Maids, A P Gypsies, Time to Retire Boys, and General Motors Party. The piece ends with a witty line about liking people who think you are berries and disliking those who see you as cheese.

WKAF New York Melody Maids A. & P. Gypsies General Motors Party Cabin Tims WGR Buffalo General Motors Philadelphia Party Cabin Hoys Orchestra Wsal Nashville Riverside WSAL Cincinnati Cleveland Orchestra P. Gypsies AS & P. Gypsies

WINS VICTORY OVER STOMACH TROUBLE IN SIX YEARS

From Harden West Virginia comes a hopeful story of relief from stomach trouble after six years. J H Knicely, a machinist, credits Orange Root Tonic with curing him after three bottles. He gained nine pounds and reports improved health, urging others with indigestion to try the tonic. A physician said his blood was in good condition, and he praises the tonic as a true wonder.

J. H. Nicely Harden, W Harden W. Va J. H. Knicely Grafton Sam Earlijou Drug & Chemical Co

World Peace Not Near, Military Academy Speaker Says

West Point address by Col Charles J. Ruboins, assistant secretary of war, declares universal peace remains distant. He warns disarming one nation cannot ensure peace and future warfare will be fought with machines, demanding readiness to meet threats.

West Poin X.Y Charles J. Ruboins Unitedates Military Academy Sual Robbins

Correction on Bond Status for Spunk Withers

The Sentinel corrects a report that incorrectly stated Ray Withers was at liberty on bond. It clarifies the man bonded is Ee. Spunk Withers, manager of the Newark Shoe Company store.

Sentinel Ray Withers Withers Newark

Women delegates gather in Kansas City for party convention

Reports from Kansas City describe women delegates and hosts at the convention city headquarters near the convention hall. Luxe European tapestries decorate retreats as volunteers work around the clock. Mayor Beach welcomes the visiting groups while Curtis arrives amid a crowd and a newsboy’s mistaken identity adds a moment of humor.

Kansas City Albert I. Beach Missouri

Evansville Man John Earl Stemple Dies After Fall

Evansville farmer John Earl Stemple, 41, died June 5 at Fairmont hospital after a fall from his porch roof left him a hopeless cripple. He is survived by his mother Mrs. Sarah E B Stemple of Kasson, widow Lulu C Steward Stemple of Evansville, daughter Mildred, three sisters Ethel Anvil Anna E Lake Ruby F E Canfield and brother G B Stemple. Funeral at his brother’s home, Rev Fitawater officiating, interment Shiloh Cemetery by Runner undertakers Elkins.

John Earl Stemple Evansville Fairmont Sarah EB. Stemple Kasson Lulu C. Steward Stemple Mildred Stemple Ethel Anvil Anna E. Lake Philippi Ruby FE. Canfield Independence G. B. Stemple Fitawater Shiloh Cemetery Runner Undertakers Elkins

Preconvention Drama Builds to Mellon Hoover Showdown

Delegates and spectators crowd into Kansas City hotels as party factions press for a Boulder Dam plank and a dramatic convention moment. Secretary Mellon and his Pennsylvanian allies brace for a clash with pro and con forces while Hoover’s organization runs smoothly toward a possible ratification finale.

Maryland Louisiana Ohio New York Boulder Canyon Tle California Earl Pound Boulder Dam Mellon Kansas City Hoover

Hoover Platform Fight and Farm Relief Debate in New York

New York delegates bring potential platform clashes over prohibition and farm relief to the Hoover convention. Nicholas Murray Butler and allies resist the enforcement plank allegedly drafted with Senator Borah. The platform committee meets midweek to set a formal agenda as balloting for the nominee looms, with Lowden and Watson urging support for the McNary Haugen plan and an equalization fee plank amid ongoing intraparty tensions.

Empire State Nicholas Murray Butler Senator Borah Platform Committee Abe Hoover Lowden Watson

Escape suspects in gunfire as car flees police

Under indictment for robbery Geste and for shooting a policeman Thowms Pe McGoorty, 42, led a getaway. Sheriff Hattendorf pursued as the car started and fired several revolver shots. A bullet hole in the abandoned vehicle suggested a possible hit. Chicago police deployed squads citywide and warned of a deadly confrontation if recaptured.

Cleaver O'Grady

ITLIA CREW PREPARES SUPPLIES FOR Antarctic SEARCH

Amid unsettled Antarctic conditions Captain Riiser Larsen and Lieutenant Holm may load sledges with skis guns and American rations left by Captain Sir George H Wilkins at Green Harbor and start a dog driven crossing. The Italian dirigible Citta Di Marino status remains unclear but radio instruments were saved allowing General Nobile to report his position.

Amundsen Antarctic Sir George H. Wilkins Green Harbor Alaska Riiser Larsen Holm di Marino General Nobile

June Jubilee Miss Taylor County Crown Standings Shift

The June Jubilee contestant list shows Miss Emma Marie Ware of Grafton dethroning Miss Virginia Kesting for the leadership as votes flow from Moose members elevating Miss Margaret Braithwood to second and Miss Maudie Holliger to third. Others contending include Miss Glenda Moore, Miss Bonita McKeen, Miss Bertie Vandergrift, and Miss Isabel Wells, with several names receiving thousands of votes and a deep field noted in standings with more than 4000 votes listed.

Supreme Crown of Triumph Taylor County Emma Marie Ware Grafton Virginia Kesting Rowlesbury Moose Margaret Braithwood Maudie Holliger Glenda Moore Appa McVicker Genevieve Baviow Rose Daily Josephine Harter Maudie Lucas Billiger Mary. Weaver Altes Jenkins Mabel Woodward Dorothy. Swiger Mildred Williams Elizabeth. Kelley Bonita McKeen Margaret .Terrillo Mary Sullenberger Miss Goes Pruntytown Pearl Mason Rena Custer Knottsville Minnie Kirkpatrick Tunnelton Miss Unknown Gladys Ludwick Pauline Shingletons Rowlesburg

Fire Destroys Unoccupied Home in Grafton District

A late Saturday night blaze nearly consumed an unoccupied two story frame dwelling owned by elderly Bil Dabney a Black resident. Firefighters arrived quickly from downtown and quenched the flames with a double water stream. Cause unknown with theories including a cigarette and spontaneous combustion. The insured property had recently been purchased through a local building and loan association.

Warder and Dewey Avenues Thayer Street Building and Loan Association

Democrats name candidates for local race in Graf ton

The Graf ton area party announced the Democratic ticket for president and local seats. Fred B. Watkins is selected for president to oppose Republican Joe Jolliffe. Two candidates, W. Withers and George R. White, seek seats on the board against Charles Rinkman and E. Burke. The new Democratic committee will organize next Saturday at 1 30 p.m. at Dent and Warder law offices.

Fred B. Watkins Grafton Drug Ang Chemical Company Joe Jolliffe W. Withers Fetterman School George R. White Charles Rinkman E. Burke

Cal goes on despite illness to address financial condition

President Coolidge will deliver the semi annual business address discussing the nation's finances. He will have a radio and special telegraph lines, while Mrs Coulter's illness is noted as a past concern that could delay travel.

Coolidge Washington

Cordell Leaders Back Anti Smith in Precinct Meetings

Hull and anti Smith victories in precinct meetings and county conventions show strong support for party leaders who opposed Governor Smith. Also notes heartfelt thanks from Mr and Mrs W A Ridenour for kindness shown after the loss of their infant daughter and acknowledgments from church figures.

Hull antiSmith Smith W. A. Ridenour Ter Pf.h. Wil Atay Methodiat Pratl Chilireh Rey

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