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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1937
Page
4
The Grafton Sentinel notes a last chance for the United States to retain sporting prestige in yacht racing. It urges confidence, echoing a final call that America remains on top in the sport while referencing reader contributions.
A religious quotation from Psalm 39 verses 7 8 expresses faith in God and requests deliverance from transgressions so as not to be a reproach to the foolish. The passage emphasizes hope placed in the Lord and seeking mercy.
Taylor county farmers shifted from skepticism to cooperation with County Agent James L. Copeman. His scientific training and latest agricultural tips, including meadow and pasture clipping strategies, are now utilized. Farmers remain willing to learn and engage without surrendering autonomy.
A Morgantown Dominion News editor urges WVU to fund a four year medical program locally, arguing a complete course is essential and rivaling law in importance. He cites the American Medical Association rating and questions why funds are found for other projects while medical training remains abroad. The column calls for prioritizing trained physicians and national prestige.
A Cumberland Evening Times editorial published June 26 mocks obituary writers who praise all deceased community members as beloved and church faithful, suggesting a pompous habit surpassing local obituary editors.
The Wheeling Intelligencer argues that the government uses relief funds to sway elections, detailing alleged waste in W P A programs. It cites specific cases of overcharges, inflated estimates, and lavish hiring, urging citizens to challenge the New Deal at the polls.
A critical view questions WPA project costs and outcomes focusing on nears payments for dirt excavation payrolls, the Federal Theatre Project, and the Writers Project in New York. It argues that costly, opaque spending serves political aims and shields New Dealers in Washington.
Judge Clark fixed bail at 20000 each for Parker and Parker Sr after an indictment last fall. The younger Parker, 26, faced sentencing with arms folded while the 65 year old father sat in a chair as the judge imposed prison penalties. Davis appealed for leniency citing lengthy trial and 85 character witnesses.
Wyoming County Department of Public Assistance members elected Sam Hutchinson Mullens chairman John W Shuffleberger to membership on the board succeeding John F Lambert who resigned as county court president
The state board of governors of the West Virginia Funeral Directors association arranged for a convention to be held in Fairmont from August 10 to 12.
Henry Williams aged 58 died after a fatal fall at United mine near Charleston. The incident occurred in June and is under investigation by local authorities and mine safety officials.
The report notes a union seeking a special session, arguing the presence of certain individuals is inimical to community peace. H. M. Van Sant, leader of the locomotive workers, was also summoned before the mayor.
Roosevelt carried a 49 to 34 Senate vote for the $1.5 billion relief bill, with 18 absentees. The real story is northern Democratic support and southern bolters, suggesting a shift in regional party alignment rather than a simple party split.
The humorous column imagines a Sumatra fowl laying eggs larger than typical hens, sparking jokes about oversized eggs and silly kitchen scenarios. It riffs on jokes about omelets and brunch mischief with light, satirical tone and domestic quirks.
Mark and Jones accuse Mayor Shields of kidnapping and threaten martial law as dynamite blasts shut Bethlehem water mains. They demand state police protection for union leaders and accuse a packed court of bias while seeking governor intervention to quell unrest and ensure safe operation of water and factories.
Continea rom page one to the West Virginia topography. An estimated two weeks would be required to complete the survey after which bids will be asked for installation.
Lena aided Marcia and Garrett in exploring a new drawing venture while Marcia weighs career chances and romance. The Malibu party blends business prospects, comic revelry, and flirtations as a stormy future edges closer for Marcia Sandy and Garrett.
A county movement seeks a radiotransmitting set matching the general alarm plan. Officials favor a site near the junction of routes 50 and 250 at the Valley Inn, with Taylor County leaders engaging state police engineers to confirm location. The initiative plans to link about every square mile of West Virginia for rapid communication.
Notice for Ellers' Taxi and Transfer, dependable moving specialty offered by June to July 7. Phone 811 and residence at 895 M listed for contact.
Bluefield June 30 A dinner in their honor by Appalachian Electric Power Company employees celebrated 30 years of service for Guy C Dunn William D French and Charles Larimer each receiving diamond service pins for long tenure in the firm
Royal Typewriter Agency offers standard and portable models with full service on purchase in the US. Clyde S. Holt Co. provides sales and service from 313 Adams Street Fairmont, with a phone listing 480.
Elmer Corns twenty suffered the loss of his left foot and several fractured ribs when struck by a train near Rita on June 30. The injury occurred as he stood along the tracks and was treated at a local hospital.
In town readers are invited to visit the fountain for toasted sandwiches salads soups baked beans pastries and Maxwell House coffee brewed in a Silex maker. The ad highlights Hagan Tree Cream as a premium offering and promotes the Grafton Drug and Chemical store with the claim of lowest prices in town.
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