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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1933

Page

4

Crafton Marines and Editorial Offices Announced at 102 Latrobe

Community offices at 102 Latrobe Street Crafton West Virginia list Marines and editorial departments. Business line 155-3 is provided along with news desk 88 Grafton Printing Os. Job department numbered 1858 invites letters up to 600 words and requests anonymous submissions by unreadable or unsettled reasons.

Latrobe Street Crafton W. Va Kéttoriag Grafton Printing Kryptok Whitescarver West Main Street Grafton West Virginia

London debt clash mar London world conference start

The London economic conference opens amid sharp exchanges. Premier MacDonald and French premier push war debts and currencies as dominant issues, provoking American resentment and risking substantial progress on easing trade and restoring prosperity. Fairmont gains a bank as civic progress backs up local resilience.

London MacDonald Great Britain M._Delecier

Turning Point for Pairmont Civic Progress

The piece lauds Pairmont’s recovery from historic economic hardship, praising citizen resilience and future prosperity. It cites Tucker county forest worker complaints and warns against urban arrogance fueling rural tensions, urging swift federal action and community harmony. A Pittsburgh visitors feature underscores regional trade ties and local welcome. Indiana’s repeal stance is noted as a national shift ahead of California and West Virginia votes.

Indiana Votes Down Prohibition Defeat For Reform

Bishop Can non urged a last stand for prohibition in Indiana. Returns show a decisive two to one repudiation of prohibition in the Hoosier state. The vote signals support for a workable plan to restrain drinking and curb underworld activity, aiming to save federal and local finances.

Indiana Wey James Cannon Hoosier Val Americas

Tax Exemption Bonds and Tax Policy Debate

The piece notes Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon backed a constitutional amendment to halt tax exempt securities, a measure that cleared the House in 1923 but stalled in the Senate. It highlights a large current portfolio of tax exempt securities, including federal and local issues, and argues that elimination would lower yields while not benefiting government units. The article ends by contrasting the broad tax dodge issue among large holders.

Andrew Mellon Secretary of the Treasury House of Representatives Senate House Treasury

Commencement Exercises Highlight Dignity and Absence

The university commencement proceeded smoothly with an opening overture and the keynote address by Gov. Kump. President Turner hosted with poise, while the absence of the student body left a notable void, dulling the ceremony’s impact for the Morgan Town Dominion News report.

Gov. Kump Turner Morgantown Dominion News

Why Public Ownership Is Growing In Penn Yan

The municipally owned power plant of Penn Yan New York informs all consumers that May bills will be remitted and receipted for the sixth time in the plant’s history. By contrast West Virginia’s Public Service Commission recently upheld higher gas rates in Wheeling, underscoring the appeal of public ownership.

Penn Yan New York West Va Public Service Commission Wheeling

Prohibition repeal debate spans labor and industry

A Toledo letters page from June 9 1933 discusses repeal of the 18th Amendment. It cites organized labor and major associations like the American Legion and U S Chamber of Commerce, noting a Literary Digest poll showing broad support for repeal. Arguments center on prohibition not prohibiting and rising alcoholism deaths.

Organized Labor The American Legion Association Against the Prohibition Women's Organization For National Prohibition Reform the Crusaders National Association of Manufacturers U. S. Chamber of ‘Commerce Merchants “Association of New York American Bar Association Oth Literary Digest

What Your Repeal Vote Means West Virginia's Prohibition Question

West Virginia faces a pivotal repeal vote that could reshape social and economic policy. The outcome will influence enforcement, business impact, and personal freedoms as citizens weigh potential changes to the state's liquor laws.

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across And Down Clues

Puzzle clues mix across and down entries with a long list of word prompts and partial answers. Readable items include definitions for various word lengths and theme hints, plus scattered names and places, resembling a published puzzle page.

Prohibition costs rise as repeal gains urging West Virginia vote

A 1920 to 1931 overview details rising arrests, vast enforcement costs, lost revenue, and bootlegger profits under prohibition. It contrasts heavy federal and state expenditures with modest fines, noting smuggling, crime spread, and economic harm, while arguing repeal would revive employment and industry. The piece cites beer legalization as early positive signs and urges voters to back repeal to curb bootleggers and restore social order.

United States U. S. Coast Guard and Customs U. S

Wet Day Fight Continues In Massachusetts Prohibition Contest

The article outlines local license battles over beer sales with repeal and anti repeal candidates. Notable figures include James Roosevelt Charles Ely Eben Draper Judson Hannigan Mary Woolley Whitfield Tuck and Elizabeth Tilton. It notes Massachusetts voters repealed the Baby Volstead law and that the legislature legalized sale and manufacture as beer.

James Roosevelt Roosevelt Charles F. Ely Joseph B. Ely Eben &. Draper Judson Hannigan Republican Club of Massachusetts Mary B. Woolley Mount Holyoke College Whitfield J. Tuck E. Tallmadge Reot James Whitcomb Brougher Elizabeth Tilton

Governor Ferguson Accepts Prohibition Convention Call

In Austin Texas June 13 CP Morris Sheppard senior United States senator telegraphed Governor Miriam A Ferguson that he would accept her appointment as temporary chairman of the prohibition convention June 27 The governor had not yet named a chairman of the anti prohibition convention to be held the same day The conventions will select delegates for a state convention on November 24 when Texas votes on repealing the Eighteenth amendment. Issue Beer Permis Wilmington Del June 18 Governor Buck certified that three Delaware counties outside Wilmington had rescinded their local option law and the state liquor commission led by Pierre S Du Pont announced readiness to issue permanent beer vending permits outside Wilmington.

Texas Austin Tex Morris Sheppard United States Miriam A. Ferguson Govenor Beer Permis Wilmington Del Buck Dela Ware State Liquor Commission Pierre S. du Pont

Constables Find Four 52-Gallon Kegs of Mash

In a hill country search for a still, Constables Smith Wilhelm and Frieze found and destroyed four 52-gallon kegs of mash yesterday afternoon. The operation occurred between 96 Water Station and Thornton near the old shaft mine as heavy rain and hail fell in the vicinity.

Smith Wilhelm Frieze Water Station Thornton Old Shaft

Sentinel Classified Rates and Payment Note

Cash with Cope rates: two cents for eight words in first insertion and six tenths cent per word for each additional insertion. Insertion must be consecutive and in regular style. The charge is 45 cents. Each initial at each figure counts 84. Example: 521 counting 3. Ads are accepted and errors reported immediately. The Sentinel bears no responsibility beyond one error.

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