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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1929
Page
4
The piece lists subscription prices by carrier and mail, notes Associated Press rights and republication policy, and includes editorial commentary on juvenile offenders law, court criticism rights, and the role of uniformed police, with references to Judge Baker and public discussion of legal matters.
A Fairmont Times excerpt praises Marion county sheriff deputies for wearing uniforms, arguing uniforms prevent misidentification during arrests and raids. The piece notes admiration for deputies, cites encounters with civilian attire causing danger, and suggests wider adoption of uniformed policing.
The Turkish edict moving to Western script cuts paper circulation sharply but is expected to rebound as ease of learning improves. Western writing may spread ideas while provoking questions about conservatism and government changes under Mustapha Kemal. Critics note overproduction wastes resources and hits states differently, urging awareness of finite natural assets.
Residents of Rockaway New York protest the noise from the naval air station at Rockaway Beach saying engine vibrations shake houses and break into cellars. Aviators blame propellers and muffling is deemed ineffective while speedboats and outboard motors face earlier muffling efforts.
A columnist contrasts farm drought risks and Wall Street speculation as gambling. He notes many everyday acts resemble gambling yet argues farming and savings carry constructive social value. The piece remarks on weather and sport sections with brief, fragmentary references.
Statewide mining fatalities for May totaled 84 with underground haulage and roof falls causing most deaths. Morgantown residents plan a July 1 trek to Charleston to seek a new Monongalia Marion Taylor state route designation. Charleston dockets warn blasting caps endanger children, prompting a formal advisory letter from Robert Lambie to operators. Charleston also notes university alumni committees, civic projects, and public notices across counties including Huntington and Wheeling.
A list of donors and recipients appears with multiple names and amounts noted, including Dr. D. C. Peck Gordy Bailey and several others. Utilities and organizations such as the DeMolay Commandery No 11 Knights Templar and the American Legion Daughter May be referenced among contributions.
Reminder on soil preparation for hill plantings including Wichuriana roses with deep cultivation and ample humus. Guidance favors bank stabilization with shrubs, layered planting, and careful moisture management. Selecting robust, healthiest dahlia clumps for propagation avoids weak, shriveled tubers from forced exhibitions and ensures strong garden growth.
West Virginia newspapers may publish juvenile delinquents names except when cases are processed under the delinquent children act. Assistant Attorney General R Dennis Steed says courts may handle offenders under general law or the act, and publishing names is not a statute violation unless the latter method is used.
Legal notice states Charles O. King administrator of the estate of Mattie C. Whate deceased seeks final settlement. Commissioner W. P. Samples dated June 21 1929 with notice published June 22 1929.
Pittsburgh markets show hogs mixed with prices from 11.50 to 12.16 per cwt for various weights and sow demand steady. Cattle trading quiet. Calves 16.50 top. lambs around 14. cabbage and produce notes include Ohio and North Carolina prices. By‑products and lignite plant mention. Horton Smith tied to a Ryder six teammates nickname reveal.
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