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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1932
Page
4
The notice states letters to the editor are welcome but not anonymous and must be under 600 words. Classifieds and same day advertisements must be in the office by 9 00 a m with 6 cents per inch for after 9 00 a m composition. Removal orders must be given by 6 00 p m the evening prior.
A long defense of new school texts questions the assumed harms of changing books. It argues most families would benefit from lower prices and better, newer materials, while only a few would face higher costs. The piece contends board and publishers act in good faith and seeks actual damages or advantages to justify keeping old texts.
Klein & Co notes the state board of education orders salary reductions for state owned colleges: 10 percent for $1,200 to $2,000, 15 percent for $2,000 to $3,500, and 20 percent for over $3,500. University salary cuts at 25 percent are urged but opposed by faculty. the piece argues for fiscal responsibility amid hard times and criticizes ongoing debates over justice and blame.
The piece argues individuals must bear life costs without government handouts, noting federal and state budget pressures. It cites rising debts since 1930, the burden on taxpayers, and examples of savings in Virginia Georgia Maine North Carolina. It ends with London economist urging American securities as an investment opportunity.
The Clarksburg Exponent notes plans to establish a Guggenheim Airship Institute in Akron Ohio. The institute will organize scientific data on lighter-than-air craft and publish established facts and theories for study. It aims to accelerate the adoption of travel by dirigible, alongside Akron and Macon developments.
A report states the Turkish President is diverting income from regular customers and attempting to pass counterfeit coins back to newsboys and cigarette girls, arguing street vendors are the source.
A rally of Epworth League chapters in the Mannington division of the Wheeling district will be held at 7 30 oclock Tuesday evening at Farmington high school. Chapters include Smithfield Lumberport Wyatt Wallace Shinnston Mannington and Farmington.
Elkins June 24 Dr B I Golden superintendent of Davis Memorial hospital and former state hospital association president sent a message to Director Estill head of the welfare department assuring his hearty support after Governor Conley refused Estill's resignation and plans for a layman to run welfare were discussed.
A reader criticizes a Grace and Grit Sunday school class for dancing and card playing at a party, deeming it shocking and incongruent with church ideals. The letter questions the class’s conduct and the church’s consistency with its spiritual denomination.
Madrid reports widespread counterfeit coins in casual small change. Officials note numerous lead counterfeits appear in circulation, raising concerns over everyday transactions and prompting calls for tighter minting and public awareness.
Charl J 23, pea eh Tee et don BE Torney paid a fine yesterday of 100 dollars imposed by Federal Judge George W. McClintic for contempt of court after the United States Court of Appeals denied his appeal from the judge's finding. The fine came after an exchange between the court and the attorney during the trial of a prohibition case.
Tokyo reports Japan produced the national rice beer sakeh at its lowest level since 1905. Brewers attributed the drop to competition from lager beer and imports, not a move toward prohibition.
Bertha M Field of Marlet named to the Republican committee post after approval by the G O P members. The convention process appears intact with the new member set to participate in party affairs and regional oversight.
Storkholm reports on Ivar Kreuger turning fifty with a ceremonial gilded cup now revealed as tin. The master swindler’s assets show modest living, fleeting luxury, and misvalued properties. His prized boat resold for far less than purchase price.
New York June 24 The furor over the decision that gave Jack Sharkey the heavyweight title in his fifteen round bout with Max Schmeling faded to a whisper. Brig Gen John J Phelan said the New York State Athletic Commission will not investigate the decision. Referee Gunboat Smith and judges George Kelly and Charles Mathison were not summoned to attend the commission meeting. Schmeling's manager Joe Jacobs and Sharkey's pilot Johnny Buckley were not invited either.
Kingwood June term circuit court adjourned after four days. Petit jurors were dismissed after the criminal docket ended and two damage suits were continued. Indictments and holds shortened the term, while guilty pleas and continuances hastened the close.
Pittsburgh dispatch says city detectives planned to go to Aurora after two men were arrested there during a traffic stop investigation. They are held in connection with the theft of Edward Zimmerman’s automobile.
Charleston June 24 The Public Service Commission has fixed Friday July 1 for a hearing into the reasonableness of rates charged by River Counties Power Company and Point Pleasant Water and Light Company and associated firms serving towns in Mason and Jackson counties. The Point Pleasant company serves Point Pleasant Henderson and the other company serves Hartford Mason New Haven Hallwood West Columbia Clifton Letart North Ravenswood Silverton and Sandyville.
A joint meeting of West Virginia State Educational Association and State Congress of Parents and Teachers was called for Charleston on Saturday July 9 to discuss policies and plans for the coming year.
Burgettstown Pa June 24 One of two men alleged to have beaten and robbed Mrs Paul Sellers of Atlasburg of 3000 is sought today She obtained the money as a dividend from a closed Pittsburgh bank She is confined to her bed with bruises and head injuries.
Dublin June 24 thousands of women attend the eucharistic congress mass meeting in Phoenix park held as the congress climax. Cardinal Lauri presided with a choir of 500 voices while clergy were few. The report notes similarities to last night's men’s meeting and highlights the large female attendance.
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