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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1924
Page
8
Buckhannon West Virginia hosts the Eleventh Annual State High School Tournament this week with a record 1325 high school delegates expected to attend 1600 by midnight. Local citizens and organizations assure entertainment and safe chaperoned housing as 79 teams compete for the State Cheering Championship.
Trophies and prizes arrive for the upcoming state basketball tournament in Buckhannon. Notable awards include the large Coolidge era autographed ball, the Dr. Cutshall cheering trophy, the Zickefoose cup, and the Loving Cup from Cutlip Mossman Drug Co. Buckhannon high school is barred from the Dr Cutshall trophy competition. New gym shoes and silver pencils will be awarded to top teams, with autographed basketballs for champions and runners-up.
J W R Brown aged 67 of Main Street died after a five week illness. Born November 12, 1855, he married Annie Bailey in 1880 and was a longtime member of the West Malin Ribet M EB Church. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, three sons all of Grafton and Wexarkana, and a sister Mrs Emily Hogera.
Joe Mitchell Chapple recalls meeting Theodore Roosevelt Jr at the Navy Department. Roosevelt Jr speaks of public service, his father’s legacy, and hopes to follow in his footsteps as governor or public official. He notes Rooseveltian zeal for wildlife and naval affairs, born 1887, Harvard graduate, with wartime service and honors.
Brothers Robert M. Brown Geo Wrown both of Crafton and Frank Brown of Belington will have funeral services tomorrow afternoon at Weat Main Street M E church. Rev Snodgrass will officiate with Stev Radabaugh assisting.
Benjamin P. Cole, 59, died at his High street home about 2 40 PM after three weeks of illness. A former carpenter in the B and O shops and later a Grafton police officer, he lived most of his life in Grafton and is survived by two daughters Mrs Charles King and Mrs William Watson and a son Guy W Cole. Funeral services Wednesday at 2 30 PM from the Pentecostal Church with Potters officiating. Interment in Fremont Cemetery.
Defense witnesses testified in swift succession as the Keeney murder case moved toward closure. C Frank Keeney, he ad of the union, faces an accessory to murder charge with the defense aiming to wrap up by Wednesday, following a month long trial. Witnesses described Keeney and other union officials battling non union activity in Logan County.
Washington dispatch notes Honduran evolutionists urge revival of peace talks with rebels after regional appeals. No clear progress reported as factions clash and government efforts stall. Proceedings reflect broader Central American mediation attempts.
The court held the instrument between J C Daniel and A B Brent a conditional sale agreement, not a chattel mortgage. Daniel could declare the note due and sell the cattle to apply proceeds to the purchase price, Brent to cover any deficiency. Snyder later bought the cattle, leading to Daniels action against Snyder for conversion.
Morgantown March 10 West Virginia captain Pierre Hill will receive a standing ovation as he finishes a four year varsity career tonight against Washington and Jefferson. Hill, a versatile guard from 1921, has been a steady, standout floorworker and his leadership could crown WVU’s first championship. The double bill includes Davis & Elkins and Wesleyan and features a strong local coaching scene as rival teams vie for regional prominence.
In Kitannon West Virginia Rebel Moss guides the Bob Cats back to early season rhythm after a stumble. The team reeled in a poised win over rivals, showing strength in offense and defense as they pursue state accolades.
Citizens of Crafton and Wilmington are informed that a G government body or organization has received an anonymous letter alleging defamatory statements. The notice calls for public refutation and asserts the letter’s claims are false, demanding retraction in open forums.
A reflection on how household goods moved coast to coast has evolved from perilous pioneer trails to modern van shipments. The Panama Pacific Line now offers New York to California service with vans that sail via the Panama Canal, reducing breakage risk and delivering in about two weeks.
Grafton Five prepares for the Eleventh Annual State Tournament in Buckhannon on March 13 to 15. Jasper Colebank leads a determined squad, with older players given a chance to compete. Drawings and broadcasts, cheering sections, and trophies including a gold megaphone are planned, as teams arrive and practice continues.
Ann Mary Moran wife of Jarrek Moran died at her Grand Street home in Grafton at 9 20 p m Sunday arch Oh 1924 aged 80 years 4 months and 14 days from paralysis after a long life of charity and devotion to family She was born near Ormskirk England came to the United States in 1864 and her husband preceded her five years Earlier she leaves husband six children nineteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren with numerous relatives in Grafton and elsewhere
Louisville police relate a grisly crime as William Gates 30 confesses to killing Richard Heaton 23 after reportedly imprisoning Heaton for days in a house on 34th street. Heaton’s partner, Heaton and a term, along with a private detective from Indianapolis, face involvement as investigators probe an alleged plan for a surgical operation on Heaton.
In Washington on March 10 two young women died under unexplained circumstances. Eva Long, 26, was found by the Ty Ti Dal basin near the city speedway with head injuries and a pistol nearby but no bullet wound. Albee Botcler, 23, was found dead in her apartment. gas presence was ruled out though nearby canaries were affected. Detectives investigated the cases and held Amco Who for further inquiry.
Harry F. Sinclair and six attorneys leave for Cheyenne Wyoming to challenge the government move to cancel the Teapot Dome all season. He expresses confidence in ultimate victory and vindication.
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