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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1934
Page
4
A near drowning at the park bathing beach drew attention to lifeguard duties and river dangers. The incident spurred calls for posted rules and fines for false cries for help, urging warnings against rough play foul language and unfamiliar swimmers venturing into deeper water.
Officials plan an official publication to carry exclusive government news from departments. The format would provide government matter ahead of daily newspapers, aiming to give the new publication a competitive edge in news delivery.
Howard H Holt announces candidacy to represent Marion Monongalia and Taylor counties in the 11th Senatorial District seeking Republican nomination and voter support. Gratton West Virginia May 31 1934.
The writer recounts a health hotel stay in mid June with a focus on the eating plan prepared by a dietitian and the daily three sheet menu. A charming waitress tailors meals for each guest while a daily morning calisthenics session, led by an enthusiastic instructor, draws guests to the assembly hall for singing and exercise.
In a June 21 1934 letter Edward J Kelly mayor of Chicago invites Howard H Holt publisher of The Sentinel Grafton WV to visit the citys World’s Fair. He promises hospitality offers details on exhibits and even a windshield sticker for press travel noting Chicago as the nations premier summer resort with educative entertainment and civic pride.
On June 23 1934 an editorial in the Clarksburg Telegram drew attention to conditions at the Lee Virginia Industrial School. The notice signals concern and requests scrutiny of the reform school’s operations and treatment of wards.
A. B. Wycko defends Superintendent R. P. Bell at the West Virginia Industrial School for Boys. He argues additional propaganda harms the school, cites Bell’s farm and garden program aimed at self-sufficiency, staff reductions due to tight funding, and Bell’s dedication from early morning to after dark. Wycko stresses honesty, ongoing efforts to restore boys and calls for taxpayers to review conditions firsthand.
Turner says daily arrivals will go through a reconditioning period before placement in private homes. Since the department organized a few years ago, about 1,200 dren have been placed in private homes.
A political briefing criticizes the New Deal for its public campaigns to sell government policies. It notes plans for cabinet tours to promote NRA and AAA programs, accusing officials of using taxpayer funds for political propaganda. The piece highlights figures like Gen Johnson and Tugwell in the critique.
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