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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1906
Page
10
In West Virginia reports describe escalating tensions between American residents and foreign-born workers. Local authorities brace for clashes as communities seek safety, while officials urge restraint and propose steps to reduce hostility. The situation, unfolding over several days, highlights immigrant integration challenges and regional anxieties.
American workers clash with foreigners in Tioga county lumber camps near Cranberry River. A pitched battle leaves one foreigner dead and another fatally wounded as locals threaten to expel all foreigners. 100 armed men head to aid Americans, but the foreigners flee to Richwood. Mill owners warn they will dismiss workers who interfere.
Daily Sentinel reports multiple deaths in Prentytown and nearby counties. Oldest resident Mary J. Hoffman, 83, dies at home. funeral Saturday at Prantytown with M J Pareons in charge. Also noted are the deaths of Charles Yates, 29, from spinal meningitis and typhoid fever. Annie B Spencer, 30, mother of two, with funeral planned Sunday. Ella Barrow, wife of John H S Barlow, dies at home after heart trouble, funeral Monday in Howeeville. extensive obituaries reference family ties and community roles.
Washington June 24 Attorney General Moody announced the government will pursue action against Standard Oil under the Elkins law to halt rebates in interstate commerce. He signaled possible Sherman Act steps later to curb trade discrimination in transportation, tied to the pending rate bill. Kansas City June 28 Judge Smith McPherson sentenced five defendants for conspiring to accept rebates in shipments, with fines totaling 85,000 across Swift & Co Cudahy Armour Nelson Morrie Chicago Burlington and Quincy.
A brief note asserts a severe cold can be broken up in one or two days. Early symptoms listed include dry loud cough watery nasal discharge and tongue coating. It claims Chamberlin's cough remedy counters the cold and restores health within a day or two. For sale by all medicine dealers.
Constable Holden arrested John Richards Sunday evening about half past nine for drunk and disorderly conduct near the South Grafton bridge. Found trying to board a train toward Rowlesburg, he cursed train workers after being refused a ride. Justice Lilly fined Richards ten shillings and cows, which he paid. cheaper than a ticket.
West Virginia State Bankers Association elected officers for the upcoming year at Ekine. T Hueshaw of Parkersburg was named president with five district vice presidents including B H White Clarkeburg R E Talbott Philippi EA Read Charleston E A Sayre St Marys and Jot McCulloch Point Pleasant. Won Wilson Elkin was chosen secretary and treasurer. Delegates to the American Bankers Association include M Staunton Charleston J Oney Huntington W Irvine Woeeding.
A German citizen from Grafton named Johnny J Mettler travels to Clarksburg with $300 and meets two women and two men at an overpass. After being persuaded to buy clothes and shoes, he gives away about $33 as they lure him with alcohol. Police arrest the suspects later, and warrants are issued for Mary Jackson Julia Greene with additional detentions for King Wilson and Dug Sehon as the hearing approaches.
A Charleston Opinion notes that Hop Sturgiss may secure strong support in the second district as Taylor county votes for him and Berkeley and Preston counties split. Keim and Welton supporters are organized, with Welton’s candidacy viewed as a challenge. A Preston county surge by Sam B Montgomery could spark a lively district convention.
Mr M F Borroughe an old Bluffton resident endorses Chamberlains Colic Diarrhoea Remedy as the best for bowel trouble, tested in his family for years, and urges readers to buy it now. The ad notes a two story brick restaurant in Philippi W Va with water toilets electricity and gas on a principal business street.
If stomach troubles persist do not conclude no cure exists. Many have been permanently cured by Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. Try them, they are certain to prove beneficial. They only cost a quarter. Sold by All Medicine Dealers.
In New Martinsville June 20 Evening Dispatch reports the death of Mrs Ann Springer aunt to Mrs Jas Bradehaw of Rose Hill Farm. Born 1890 near Clarkebure she lived in New Martinsville since her 1900s marriage at Middlebourne. She cared for family in Gratton and Maple Avenue before passing at 4 PM after a last illness. Her husband Z S Springer was from a prominent local family.
Mrs Springer aged 76 dies after long illness her husband blind during later years of life and they lived on Maple avenue on the site later used for Brace Hall. Survived by six daughters Mra Oxnard Pittsburg Mrs Bradshaw Rose Hill near Grafton W Va Mrs Whitesell Montreal Mre Haddie Liller Mrs William Ankrom and Mr G Beall Cicero Ind Two sisters and one brother reside on the Pacific coast one in Washington others in California Funeral at St Ann's church at 2 tomorrow with Rev C Hely Moloney officiating burial at Williams cemetery
Charleston June 21 The attorney general opinion on the commissions due sheriffs on tax collections during the discount period is disputed as Kanawha County Court plans to appeal to the Supreme Court. Sheriff Melton would not receive the 5 percent, with legal contention over whether discounts should reduce the commission under 1904 law. The dispute centers on sections of Chapter 5 Act 1904 and whether the two and one half percent discount is deducted from the sheriff’s pay.
In a letter of testimonial many users praise Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for its strong results. The note highlights its home- use reputation and widespread regard among families. Also mentions DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve and its trusted status and availability through druggists.
The following fiduciary accounts are before the undersigned commissioner for settlement. A J Monne sheriff administrator for Mary Lenee deceased and Christopher O Schuster administrator of Sarah J Steele declared. J Frank Wilson Commissioner of Accounts.
The following account is before the undersigned Commissioner for settlement. BF, Marre, DeBonns non of LH. Han Titan, Deed. Given under my hand the 16th day of Jane, 1506. Citas H Recron, Commissioner of Accts.
The accounts of the following heirs and administrators are before me the undersigned committee for settlement Clara A Sandebory Administratrix of W H Sandebury deceased John F Tarner Administrator of Esther M Barrett deceased Given under my hand the 21st day of Jane 1906 OLe E Wrexorr Commissioner of Accounts for Taylor Co
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