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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1933

Page

4

State school law upheld as circuit court rules on ministerial districts

The circuit court of Kanawha County rejects challenges to the state school law abolishing former ministerial and independent district boards. Judge Hudson finds the title adequate and the legislature may revise district boundaries as needed. The decision supports the county unit system, with potential appeal to the Supreme Court unlikely to change the outcome. Over time, minor defects may be fixed by the legislature.

Circuit Court Kenawha County Hudson Legisature Tupn Supreme Court Toto County Unit School 1 New Order

Senator Neely's Fiery Outburst Grips City Headlines

Senator Neely sparked front page headlines with a forceful outburst and insinuations of personal misconduct. The incident drew sharp reactions from colleagues and the public as reporters documented the clash over alleged improprieties and political stakes.

Senator Neely

Senator in verbal quarrel ends in handshake duel

The account describes a heated exchange between public officials that nearly turned violent. One senator threatened with a heavy water jug to defend his honor as opponents proposed rough action, but colleagues called a truce and they shook hands. The piece also notes Charleston's official order banning paid summer vacations for state workers, risking ongoing labor without relief.

Charleston

Bonds and Bondage in the Nation’s Tax Debate

The conference committee bars Clark amendment taxing bonds, risking a shrinking tax base as massive public bonds are issued for relief. The editorial warns of rising federal, state, and local debt, tax burdens, and potential chaos, urging prudent funding and restraint. It cites the New York Times price rise trend and urges early property investment to spur employment and prosperity.

United States Wilson Hughes Welsh Northern ME W. Scott McBride Anti-Saloon League Ogden Congressional Conference Committee New York Times

Government Kits Graft Tale Spreads From White House to Senate

The Hampshire Review reports a salesman attempted to peddle government toilet kits to workers in forest camps. A secretary allegedly directed him to a subordinate who bought the kits for 1.40 dollars each, the army pays 0.85, costing taxpayers about 200000 dollars, sparking graft accusations. The piece argues government operations invite expense, inefficiency, and political favors as federal business expands.

Senate White House Hampshire Review

20 Percent Precinct Details From Page One

The article fragment lists Precinct No. 1 at the courthouse with 604 registered voters. It continues from page one and notes precinct specifics, indicating election-related data and registration counts.

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Claims of Seven Nations at stake in Soviet sale

Long negotiations loom over sale of Russian rights in the Manchurian railway to Japan with US and other interests. China protests while Manchukuo asserts legal rights. France, Britain, and American claims touch capital, equipment, and locomotives from the Russo Asiatic line.

James A. Mills Harbin Manchuria Chinese Eastern Railway Rload Japan U. S Soviet Union China Manchukuo Chanchung Moscow Tokyo Manchkuo France Russo-Asiatic Bank John W. Stevens Inter-Allied Commission Dung Kerensky Russia Manufac

Does The Auto Make Us Better

The piece debates whether the automobile is a blessing or curse. It weighs progress against harm, noting road risks, thefts, and social costs. It lampoons drivers’ pleasures and parking woes while warning of moral erosion and danger to life and virtue.

Turtle

Mayor's office precincts report early voting totals

No 2 mayor's office precincts show 601 registered voters in 177, precinct 3 East End school 783 registered in 139, precinct 4 South Side school 545 registered in 75, precinct 5 Chevrol age 698 registered in 167, precinct 6 West Side School 784 registered in 181. Vets Vote 2 to 1 at Warder garage West Main 118 votes of 831 registered by 2 pm. Poll worker predicts at least two to one repeal. Another city precinct expects 6 to 1 repeal. Outside city reports scarce. light vote noted.

Mayor's Office East End School South Side School West Side School Fetterman West Main Regis

How Your Skin Reveals Temperament and Health

A distinguished specialist notes no two skins are alike and that skin tells about temperament and emotional stability. The feature appears in The American Weekly with next Sunday's Baltimore American and is available through your local newsdealer or newsboy.

Baltimore American Fav Vorite Newsdealer Newsboy

Classified Rates and Tiny Local Ads Sample

The text shows Sentinel classified ad rates two cents a word for the first insertion and one cent a word for each additional insertion with a minimum charge of 45 cents. It lists rental ads for a five room apartment with garage and furnished housekeeping rooms, and employment notices including a male help wanted position with Watkins products in Grafton and a general help wanted call for a house worker.

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