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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1932

Page

2

Radio Programs Iterable Saturday Schedule

Saturday June 18 radio lineup across NBC CBS and NEC networks lists dinner music shows and a long sequence of orchestras choirs and dramas with many to be announced slots, featuring Phillips Columbo Amos and Andy, Sarantos and other acts across 5 pm to midnight listings.

NEC WJZ Network 00 Heart Songs Lopez Amos 'N Andy Danger Fighters Selvin the Goldman Band Snoop and Peep Harmony McCravy Brothers Sodeto Lew Conrad Charlie Agnew

Miners Wage Cut Opposed In Colorado

Denver June 18 The Colorado State Industrial Commission condemned a 15 percent wage slash by Colorado Fuel and Iron, saying miners are receiving a living wage on the present scale. The commission asserted it has power to enforce its decision against the reduction.

Denver Col Colorado State Industrial Commission Colorado Fuel and Iron Company Pjice

Democrats Arrive For State Meeting In Clarksburg

Robert Kelly of Charleston and Homer A Holt of Fayetteville arrived in Clarksburg for a state and congressional candidates meeting. Organiza tion plans heads ofquarters and naming of a secretary and treasurer will be discussed.

Clarksburg Robert ©. Kelly Charleston Homer A. Holt Vof Fayetteville

Sunday School and Worship Services at Local Church

On Sunday September 15 the church under W H Shafferman as superintendent offers a service with song and orchestra, a class for every mother, and child care. Morning worship at 10 30 led by the pastor features a sermon on The Ministry of a Merry Heart. Luther League meets at 6 30 to discuss How Honest Are We As Individuals and Groups. Evening worship at 7 30 presents The Committed Way. An invitation to all to attend all services.

W. H. Shafferman Luther League

First Presbyterian Service and Activities Schedule

First Presbyterian Church announces 9:30 church school led by Mrs John W Ault Jr Supt and 10:30 morning worship. Vacation Church school commencement exercises at 7:30. Weekday activities include 1:30 Tuesday Fidelis Club and Wednesday luncheon at 11 A M and choir rehearsal at 8:15 P M. I was glad when they said unto me let us go unto the house of the Lord.

John W. Ault Earl Wilkinson Fidelis Club

Sermon Rally To Benefit District Conference

Warren M. E. and F. J. Frye preside as ministers with a church rally schedule including 9:30 church school 11:00 sermon on The Cry of the Hungry Soul and 3:00 sermon by Dr. R. W.8. Thomas of Clarksburg. Choir will sing for the rally closing Sunday evening public invited to attend these services with Wednesday evening devoted to district conference planning in Pittsburgh.

Homer Howell R. W

Community Schedule Patchwork for Fairmont Church

A fragmentary church bulletin lists Tuesday 8:00 am Bible study led by Mrs. Cox of Fairmont, Thursday 8:00 am prayer meeting, and Friday 8:00 pm choir practice.

Fairmont

First M E South Rev Knicely Pastor Services

First M E South invites attendance at 9 30 Sunday School led by J E Knerr Supt 10 45 sermon by the pastor on the first Sunday of each month 7 30 sermon by the pastor on the second and fourth Sundays Young Peoples service on the first and third Sunday nights Mrs Dessie Hall Supt 1 30 Wednesday prayer meeting led by Charles F Hall all services are open to all.

J. E. Keener Young Peoples Dessie Hall Charles F. Hall

First Church Notice Preaching Set for Sundays and Worship

The First Church of Christ with Minister B E Hanes schedules preaching and worship. Bible schools meet at 9 30 with J A Keller Mrs C F Sterling and Mrs Dorsey McIntosh as superintendents. Prayer meetings held Wednesday at 8 00.

First Church of Christ B. E. Hanes Setold J. A. Keller C. F. Sterling Dorsey McIntosh

First Pentecostal Assemblies of God Services Schedule

Albert D Skymer pastor leads Sunday School 9 30 morning worship 10 30 evangelistic service 1 30 Tuesday prayer 1 30 devotional Thursday you are invited to attend these services and worship with us in the Old Fashioned Way.

First Pentecostal Assemblies of God Albert D. Skymer

Nazarene Church to Host Talk by Edward Mills on Nation's Future

The Church of the Nazarene with Pastor W. C. Jones invites attendees to 9:30 Sabbath school led by G. N. Walters, Superintendent. Edward W. Mills, former West Virginia gubernatorial candidate, will address the school on “The Future of Our Nation and Some of the Evils of Our Day.” Obect lessons noted, 5:00 PM N.P. 8 C. Dewey.

G. N. Walters Edward W. Mills West Virginia C. Dewey

St Pauls M E Church Service Schedule

St Pauls M E announces 10:00 worship, 11:00 Sunday school led by J H Maysellis, 6:30 Epworth League. 7:30 Wednesday prayer meeting and 7:30 Friday choir rehearsal. All welcome at St Pauls.

J. H. Maysellis Epworth League St. Paul's

State Editors Meet in Logan for Sixth Annual Outing

In Logan on June 18 editors of the West Virginia Newspaper Council and their wives gathered for the sixth annual summer outing. The day included limited formal sessions and several talks on newspaper craft, plus recreational activities such as coal mine visits. Local sponsors included the Logan Banner, Logan Democrat, Logan Coal Association, American Legion and service clubs.

Logan West Virginia Logan Banner Democrat Logan Coal Association American ‘Legion Service

First Baptist Church Weekly Schedule and Program

Sunday school at 9 30 with departments for all ages. 10 30 morning worship in a cool auditorium. 1 30 evening service features a young people program with illustrated hymns. 7 30 Monday Life Service League picnic at the park. 30 Tuesday Royal Ambassadors at church. 7 30 Wednesday mid week service and study class.

Life Service League Royal Ambassadors

West Main Street M E Church notices

Pastor French Boone presides at West Main Street M E Church with Sunday school at 10:00 led by J. Lee Evans and Epworth League on September 6 at 2:30. A 7:30 worship service will feature a Children's Day program and an invitation to attend.

West Main St. M. E French Boone J. Lee Evans Epworth League

Methodist Protestant Service Schedule

The church led by Pastor B. L. Arnold lists Sunday School at 9 30 with C C Richman as superintendent Morning worship at 10 30 features echoes from the General Conference by C G Richman Evening worship at 7 30 includes a sermon by the pastor A hearty invitation is extended to all attendees.

C. C.’ Richman General Conference C. G. Richman Christian Endeavor

Butler Urges Dry Policy At Chicago Wet Rally

Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler of New York appears at a Chicago wet rally and backs repeal as a top Republican convention issue. He speaks on the dry law repeal and its prominence in party discussions.

Nicholas Murray Butler New York Chicago

First United Brethren Church Father’s Day Schedule

Lois R. Luzader serves as pastor with 9:30 Sunday School led by J. W. Martin, Supt. Classes for all ages. 10:30 morning worship and sermon by the pastor. 6:45 Christian Endeavor. 7:45 Special Father’s Day program. 7:45 Tuesday meeting of the King’s Daughters Bible class. 7:45 Wednesday prayer meet. We invite you to worship with us in all services.

J. W. Martin Christian’ Endeavor King’s Daughters

Fathers Day Observed At U B Church Program Planned

United Brethren church observes Father s Day with a formal program. Pastor Mrs Lois Luzadder will preach in the morning on Our Fathers. Evening program features songs recitations and readings under a committee led by Miss Marguerite Hatley Mrs W H Reese and Mrs G B Bennett. Program begins at 7 45.

United” Brethren Church Lois Luzadder Marguerite Hatley W. H. Reese G. B. Bennett

Boy 13 Sets Off Alone on 17000 Mile Pacific Trek

Chicago reports Hartley De Gerald, 13, leaving alone on a 17000 mile journey to the Fiji Islands to seek cannibals. He previously traveled solo to the Arctic Circle. The first leg goes from Chicago to Vancouver to board the Niagara to Honolulu, then Fiji, armed only with a movie camera.

Chicago Hartley de Gerald Fiji Islands Arctic Circle Vancouver Honolulu

Maine primary nears end amid pledges and promises

Portland Maine June 18 voters approach a muddled primary as Democrats and Republicans contest key posts. Louis J Brann a Democratic candidate for governor pushes repeal of the 18th amendment while noting he cannot change national prohibition. The state Democratic convention backed resubmission while Republicans largely avoid the issue.

Portland Maine Louis J. Brann

Rubenstein story false tale spreads in City Hospital

The account of Charles Rubenstein, a sick British World War II veteran once at Walter Reed and allegedly abandoned near Route 50 after a Pittsburgh ride with Dr Mayfield, is false. Captain W H Arnold of the Salvation Army refuge, caring for Rubenstein, a Sudan native, was in communication. details misstate events.

Charles Rubenstein City Hospital Walter Reed Hospital Pittsburgh Mayfield W. H. Arnold Salvation Army Refuge Rubenstein Sudan Nile Bouth

Rubenstein Case Sows Local Interest As Medical Checks Expand

Walter Reed Hospital reported yesterday evening that eight other hospitals were checked and Rubenstein had never been registered at any of them. Dr Mayfield, a Veterans Bureau physician in Birmingham, Alabama, had not been in the area recently. Local residents describe Rubenstein as very ill, suffering convulsions from old skull fractures and possibly pneumonia, making identification and care complex.

Walter Reed Hospital Rubenstein Mayfield Veterans’ Bureau Birmingham Ala

Bible School Ends Sunday at First Presbyterian Church

The annual summer Bible school ends Sunday night with a commencement sermon by Rev. Frank Turvander. Now in its fifth year the program included devotional work and study of the Lord's Prayer, memory work, pop songs, Bible stories, and moral tales. The intermediate and junior departments presented drills. Attendance was excellent with citywide participation. Instructors were Rev. Turvander, Mrs. Florence Wilkinson, Mrs. Rhea Fisher, Mrs. Charles Burke Jr., Miss Velma Cather, Miss Louise Church, and Miss Gertrude Suddarth.

First Presbyterian Church Frank Turvander Turvander Florence Wilkinson Rhea Fisher Charles Burke, Jr Velma Cather Louise Church Gertrude Suddarth

Moonshine Found Tied to Theft Suspects in Hamilton

Constable D H Costen arrested Jasper Johnson 45 and Henry State 30, both of Hamilton, on theft charges for stealing brass from the Davis Coal and Coke Company. A pint of moonshine was found on Johnson during jail search. officers said a second offense liquor possession would be pursued as a felony.

Parsons D. H. Costen Jasper Johnson Henry State Hamilton Davis Coal and Coke Company Johnson

Amelia Earhart Putnam Honored by Romanian King

Bucharest June 18 King Carol awarded the order of merit for aviation to Amelia Earhart Putnam, the American trans Atlantic flyer. Mrs Putnam is traveling from France to the United States.

Bucharest Carol Amelia Earhart Putnam

Episcopal Session to Open Monday at Jacksons Mill

The fifth summer conference of the West Virginia Diocese Protestant Episcopal Church opens Monday at Jacksons Mill. Ten educators lead morning classes from 9 to 11 and 1:15 to 2:15 daily. Bishop Gravatt and Bishop Strider head morning and Sunday services, with many church members expected from Clarksburg and Parkersburg.

Jackson's Mill Diocese of West Virginia Protestant Episcopal Church W. L.gravatt Charleston R. B. L. Strider Wheeling J. F. W. Feld C. Sturgis Ball Gambier Nathaniel B. Groton Whitemarsh Charles H. Collett New York City A. C Congregation of Christ's Episcopal Church Clarksburg St. Paul's Episcopal Ciggch Weston

Motor fuel price higher in Grafton region

The current gasoline price in Grafton and surrounding area runs 15.2 to 40 cents per gallon for straight fuel plus a four cent state tax, totaling 19.2 to 20 cents per gallon. An additional one cent federal tax will be added Tuesday, pushing the price toward wartime levels around 25 cents per gallon.

Grafton

Daily Cross-Word Puzzle Across Divelsitns Laces

Puzzle clue fragment shows across entries with wordplay hints. Entries include Deny 14 and Rubber 15 with an on condition IRE. Puzzle style reflects cryptic style. readable OCR fragment provides partial grid and hints for solver.

Dudicule

Police Chief Alfred Saymour Elected IACP President

Alfred Saymour, chief of police of Lansing Michigan, was elected president of the International Association of Chiefs of Police at the gathering in Portland Oregon on June 7 or 8, marking a notable leadership transfer within the organization.

Portland Ore Alfred Saymour Lansing Mich International Association of Chiefs of Police

Jealousy Between Siblings CausesChilds Play and Fears

A kindergarten child builds a bed of wooden blocks and declares a pretend scene with a jealous sister. Teachers note that sibling jealousy often surfaces in play or statements. Younger children's expressions can be alarming but reflect family dynamics, not inherent wickedness.

Clyde Walls Found Guilty of Slaying

Fairmont reports Clyde Walls Nest farmer was found guilty of first degree murder by a criminal court jury. The state sought the death penalty for the slaying of neighbor Thamel Higgins, but the jury recommended life imprisonment. Walls claimed self defense after a quarrel between their sons. Sentence to be set by Judge E M Showalter. if denied, life imprisonment will be imposed.

Fairmont Clyde Hawks Thamel Higgins Walls Wyatt Harrison County Higgins Marion County Hig E."m. Showalter

Man Drowns After Tying Hands at Bridge Jump

A Pittsburgh man aged about 40 believed to be John O Poole died after tying his hands and plunging from a street bridge into the Allegheny River. Witnesses say he climbed the railing and leaped, swimming about 80 feet before sinking. Police suggest it may have been suicide or a wager.

Pittsburgh Piy Allegheny John O'Poole Charles “Schnedel Tay

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