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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1924
Page
4
In a vigorous address to Congress, President Coolidge vetoed a bill that would add 68 million dollars yearly to postal expenses. He urged restraint, stressing fairness in government actions and the need to protect taxpayers. The report also notes reactions at a convention and broader political expectations for the upcoming election.
A Mounting crowd observed Senator Lodge endure a perceived snub at Cleveland yet maintain grace. Though a veteran of eight or nine conventions and former platform chair, he yielded no rancor, receiving praise for noblesse oblige while La Follette’s absent faction remained courteously heard and allowed to present their minority platform.
The piece argues that a “bloody shirt” campaign is now outdated and that the nation’s view of the Civil War has softened. It notes the Stone Mountain Confederate monument and compares historic divisions to later unity from Spanish American and World War I cooperation. It emphasizes changing public sentiment and enduring national identity.
The War Department rejects a spider web graphic linking U S women’s groups to Bolshevism. The Dearborn Independent published it without retracting. The piece suggests many organizations are allied with Russia to undermine war, sparking calls for drastic action.
Lenore Ulrich began on stage at sixteen under David Belasco’s tutelage. Her ascent, from early doubts to a long run as Kiki, showcased universal dramatic range from queenly to despair. A European tour followed her landmark American career, with Belasco guiding a star entering the theatrical firmament.
A poem laments automotive age and social change in a rural community. It contrasts old models like the Hudson with newer cars, mocks moral panic around cars and liquor, and critiques how gasoline use reshapes life, youth, and status.
London papers fret over anti American riots in Japan and the possible world wide concern at the new United States alien law. They note Britain Australia and Canada act with caution and warn how one careless remark can unsettle fragile diplomatic calculations.
Miss Mary Anka arrives home from Pittsburgh where she shopped and visited. Ralph Hart of Fairmont traveled with her, visiting friends in Grafton Jaye night.
Paris June 18 The Stars and Stripes will float above the Philippine flag in the parade of 12 nations at the Olympic Games on July 5 in Colombes Stadium. If Philippines win the right to hoist their flag, it will be surrounded by American flags. The French Olympic Committee ended the earlier doubt over Philippine participation, and the Moroccan flag will be flanked by the French tricolor. Ireland and Canada will fly their flags without the British flag.
The twenty month old son of Mr and Mrs Howard White of West Main street died after a nail wound to the head from a fall on a nail six weeks earlier. The wound became infected and formed abscesses on the brain. He had been unconscious most of the past days. An operation was done about ten days ago at a Clarksburg hospital but the child continued to decline.
A reflective verse argues that proper use of automobiles could honor homes and churches, reduce abuse, and bring mercy in life’s sorrows. It envisions the end of life’s stream as a time when victory comes to those who have learned how to use gasoline.
A Baltimore and Ohio fuel bulletin reports Monongah Division 1S saved 4023.00 through economical fuel use in May 1924. The division rose to 8th in freight, 4th in yard, and maintained 4th in passenger service with notable coal loading cautions from General Foreman C. F. Dotson.
Columbus Ohio June 18 Judge R M Wanamaker assistant justice of the Ohio supreme court who had attained wide reputation is reported to have a personal crisis prompting a jump from a high window outside his residence. He was discovered unconscious and rushed to a hospital with serious injuries. Police and medical staff await further details on his condition and possible motive.
A man advocating legal reform died after leaping from a fourth story window at a hospital. He had been suffering a nervous breakdown, officials said, and his death raises questions about mental health support for reform activists.
General Charles G. Dawes Republican vice presidential nominee spoke at the Dawes home lawn in Boston. A rain-soaked reception featured a band from the Great Lakes Naval training station and remarks from Northwestern University President W. D. Scott praising Dawes as an optimistic national candidate. Shafer pledged support as Dawes prepared for a nationwide speaking tour to promote truth over prejudice.
In St Paul on June 18 William Mahoney led the More conservative faction while William C Foster of the Workers Party told delegates no bolt or capture was planned. Foster stated the party does not seek a Communist program or candidate and urged a platform rallying farmers and workers. Members from Foster’s group and the Federated Farmer Labor party of Illinois were withdrawn and reassigned among states.
John J. Cusick, retired Baltimore and Ohio engineer, longtime Wheeling Grafton division railman, died at his McMechen home late last night. After a paralytic stroke forced retirement, he served as secretary for the Wheeling division of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.
Detroit police disclose a box of jewels valued around 100000 vanished from Edsel B. Ford's residence. The theft occurred Saturday night despite extensive guards and high walls with spikes. Entry was gained by a bathroom window, and Mrs Ford's jewelry was on the dresser when she returned after entertaining two guests.
William G. McAdoo, Democratic presidential hopeful, passes through Washington on the California to New York journey. He is met by cheering crowds at Union Station during arrival and departure and briefly visits the late President Wilson’s residence. He expresses confidence in victory.
McAdoo spoke about adopting either a two thirds rule or majority rule at the Democratic National Convention procedure next week, signaling a decisive stance in the ongoing party rules debate.
Providence R I June 18 Amb Hanthara of Japan told Brown University graduates that no trouble is anticipated between the United States and Japan in their long friendship. He cited a century of labor and mutual regard and stressed the relation benefits not only to the two nations but to mankind.
Kennedy Construction crews near completing a hard surface road from Junction to Delmar coal 1200 feet west of Plex ton. Residents report over 1000 feet laid in three days before cement shortages halted work. With favorable weather and material flow, the project should finish soon, connecting to the Simson Flemington section.
The Tokio Chamber of Commerce vows to oppose the boycott of American goods triggered by the Japanese exclusion act. The home department orders prefectural governors to curb anti American demonstrations and punish violent or intimidating acts.
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