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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1911
Page
7
A reflective piece on justice mercy and humility grounded in biblical law. It argues that true justice requires pure thoughts and words, mercy must be practiced rather than mobs seeking vengeance, and humility follows from recognizing personal weakness. It cites Paul and the New Covenant as guidance for righteous living.
Washington June 15 The sub committee on post office and post roads considered the Lewis bill to condemn and buy express companies and fold them into a unified postal system. The proposal argues Rural Free Delivery and farm markets would benefit, cutting express rates and eliminating profits while speeding small parcels from Dallas to San Francisco and beyond through a zoned network. The hearing notes argue current express charges hinder farm commerce, with comparisons to Argentina and Europe. The plan promises lower rates via consolidated rural and city carriers, carload shipping, and faster trunk-line freight, a system already used in Germany. The notice also lists annual watermellon day details and a creditors notice for John S. Evans estates.
For forty years mothers have trusted Cobert's Baby Cordial to ease teething and common infant ailments. Endorsements come from physicians H Yokum and others in Beverly and BrncKaville, praising its relief and cure potential. Sold by local druggists at 25 cents per bottle.
Parkersburg reports brakeman A Waller of Grafton was struck by an engine backing to west on train No 55 near Sixth street depot. He was rushed to St Joseph’s hospital but examination found no injuries or scratches though he suffered apparent pain. Contained later remarks compare George III era to 1776.
Director Stewart of the Experiment Station warns West Virginia farmers that drought has slashed May hay and grain yields. He urges planting emergency forages such as soybeans and cowpeas, plus millet and jute, to recoup losses and stabilize state agriculture amid high hay prices.
West Virginia farmers could offset drought losses by growing forage crops replacing oats and wheat. An estimated 500,000 tons of forage at $20 per ton would total about $10,000,000, offering a conservative path to recover value. Some farmers may farm several five acre plots, while others cannot.
The Louisville Times notes a major promotion in the L and N railway system. C F Giles, assistant superintendent of machinery, will become superintendent of machinery on July 1, succeeding Theodore H Curtis who retires to pursue inventions. C H Ray will become assistant superintendent of machinery. Curtis arrived in Louisville in 1902 from the Brie railroad.
Governor Glasscock branded a Morgantown Post-Chronicle report as a malicious lie. He said he never met Prof. Brinsmade, knew nothing of his work at West Virginia University, and was not consulted about the professor’s removal, denying any role or connection to the dismissal.
Blueville news lists local relocations and visits including Guy Brown starting a new post in Clarksburg and Andy McConkey moving to Fairmont. Inez Demass attends Terra Alta summer school while C C Isner moves his family to Clarksburg for work. Several residents visit family and shop in Grafton and nearby towns. Annie Cassell improves after illness as local church marks Children s Day with a Sunday program at the Blueville school.
The article profiles the Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers shows touring to Grafton on June 23. It notes vast logistics including water supply for elephants and animals, the role of the press agent, and innovations such as European novelties and an automobile double somersault thriller. The circus prides itself on tight organization and modernizing its tents wagons and cars.
West Virginia coverage notes Democrats criticized Governor Glasscock for summoning the legislature to debate primary election legislation. They claim they will not enact such a law and, despite control, block any immediate operative primary measure. The piece cites Gilkeson, Orr, and local visitors, including Miss Marjory Orr and Lydia Mitchell, as it parses blame for stalled reforms.
The Board of Trade discussed inviting the Miners Institute and State Grange to Grafton to boost convention status and considered a committee to negotiate cheaper gas rates for manufacturers. Also noted was enforcement of the cleaning ordinance to improve city appearance. Reports from Powell station said West Fork river fish losses were severe with a ton of fish killed and a whale of minnows destroyed, blamed on mine water sulfurs from Preston county, creating a long lasting stench.
Robert Waters son of John Waters salesman for Pugh and Beavers fell from a bicycle near his West Washington home last evening striking a stone wheel. He injured his wrist and was treated. the incident occurred about 7 o clock. Editor Hermann Johnson of the Elking Inter Mountain was in the city last evening on a business auto trip.
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