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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1933

Page

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Radio Schedule Highlights Across NBC CBS and NBC Networks

Wednesday program listings show a dense slate of daytime and evening radio offerings across NBC WEAF CBS WABC and NBC WJZ networks. Notable acts include Meyer Davis Orchestra Jacqueline Solomons Bing Crosby Kate Smith Maud and Cousin Bill and Sherlock Holmes adventures with various orchestras and skits noted throughout.

Nbc-Weaf Meyer Davis Harding Siaters Andy Jerry Eddie Jacqueline Solomons Ray Knight Elvin Allman The Goldbergs Pannie Brice General Pershing Josef Shevinne Cob Pipe Club Carveth Wells Nellie Revell Vincent Lopez Ralph Kirberg Chicago Dance Orchestra Don Pedro's Orchestra Cbs-Wabc Mansfield Orchestra Gertrude Niesen Just Plain Bill Myrt and Marge Buck Rogers Travelers’ Quartet Boake Carter Whispering Jack Smith Sam Kate Smith Abe Lyman Orchestra Bing Crosby Burns and Allen Waring NBC WJZ Maud Martha & Hal Master Singers Chorus Ben Bernie Mark Fisher

Obey the Law at Opera House with Star Cast

The musical stage piece Obey the Law stars Leo Carrillo in a dialect role alongside Lois Wilson Dickie Moore Henry Clive and Eddie Garr. Carrillo’s multilingual talents and the ensemble’s range promise a sharp Hollywood commentary on crooked politics in New York.

Leo Carrillo Hollywood Lois Wilson Dickie Moore Los Angeles Board of Education Henry Clive Eddie Garr Columbia New York

Greyhound Float Class Travel Promises Low Cost Comfort

First glass First glass HEN you compare the advantages of Capitol Greyhound travel with other modes you’ll think twice before paying more or accepting less. This is undeniably Float Class transportation at the lowest cost with high standards of comfort and service. Features include splendid parlor coaches soft reclining seats controlled healthful heat and ventilation. GREYHOUND TERMINAL 28 E Main St Grafton W Va phone 9682.

Capitol Greyhound

Last Nights Showing of Obey the Law at Opera House

Ben Stoloff directed Obey the Law from Arthur Caesar's screenplay. It is showing at the Opera House for the final times tonight.

Ben Stoloff Arthur Caesar

Girl Scouts Observe Anniversary In Grafton

The Girl Scouts of Grafton join National Girl Scout Week to mark the twenty first birthday of Girl Scouting from March 12 to March 19. Troops under Mrs Florence H Wilkinson and M Virginia Robinson plan a court of honor March 19 at the Presbyterian church with merit badge recommendations for several scouts.

Girl Scouts of Grafton Savannah Juliette Low Grafton Quota Club Florence H. Wilkinson Presbyterian Church M. Virginia Robinson Helen Stirmer Martha Collins Martha Debendarfer Margaret White

Doctors Clash Over Efficiency Of New Basketball Rules

Lawrence Kansas reports that Dr. James Naismith and Dr. Phog Allen, both KU faculty, debate the new basketball rules after a season of play. Allen says the changes speed the game and curb stalling, while Naismith favors returning to the old rule to reduce roughness and protect the offense. Allen notes higher average scores this season and Kansas claiming the Big Six title under his 16 year tenure.

Lawrence Kas James Naismith F. C I Allen Univer_sity of Kansas Phog Allen Doctor Naismith Jayhawk Kansas Warrensburg Naismith Doctor Allen University of Kansas F.C Phog) Allen National Authority

Unnecessary Hurt in Child Guidance Revealed

A mother describes deliberately withholding affection from her troubled child while showing extra love to her older siblings. She claims quick behavioral improvements, but critics warn withdrawal of love harms emotional balance and long term character development. The piece argues against using love as a threat and highlights the cruelty of favoritism among siblings.

Hospital Notes Mention Youth Operation and Discharge

Miss Jeanette Lake age 12 of Simpson underwent a major operation at City hospital this morning. Russell Freeze of the Knottsville Pike was discharged from Grafton City hospital today after a recent major operation.

Jeanette Lake Simpson City Hospital Russell Freeze Knotts Ville Pike Grafton City Hospital

Cheerful Notes On Press Propaganda And Local Hopes

A reflective piece discusses seasonal symbols in reporting and the power of newspapers to bolster optimism. It notes readers’ faith in leaders elected last fall, mentions Ford plans to grow melons and sunflowers to aid noiseless gear shifts, and cites Beverly Smith magazine while describing a community room gathering and local club-women showcasing treasures. The tone blends humor and civic resolve amid hard times.

Beverly Smith Magazine Ford Jolliffe's

Untimely death mourned by Jenkins family ties

The text notes condolences and references to Edward Bulwer Lytton and M. Robin Archer as well as mourning for a woman with several siblings. Surviving brothers and sisters listed include William J. Jenkins of Portland Oregon, Charles Jenkins of Benwood, Mrs A F Moses of Frostburg Maryland, Mrs O B Craft of Wheeling, and Mrs W J Madden of this city. All immediate family were at her bedside except the Portland brother.

Edward “Bulwer Lytton M. Robin Archer William J. Jenkins Portland Ore Charles Jenkins Benwood A. F. Moses Frostburg O. B. Craft Wheeling W. J. Madden

Funeral of Mrs Brooks II Conducted

Funeral services for Mrs Anna Jenkins Brooks wife of R Taurl Brooks were held after she died Sunday at 2 am at her home 51 Fifteenth Street Wheeling. The body was taken by Mathison Funeral Service to Kepner Home 1808 Chapline Street then to the home of her sister Mrs C B Craft 206 South Front Street for afternoon viewing. Rev Father Lee officiated Tuesday morning at 8:30 with high requiem Mass at St Joseph Cathedral followed by interment at Mt Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers included F Winfield Brown Baltimore William Maley George W Porter Sr Bernard Lyons Michael B Murray and John Madden. Mrs Brooks formerly resided in Grafton and later lived with her sister Mrs W J Madden 331 West Washington Street before marriage. She leaves many friends in Wheeling.

Anna Jenkins — Brooks R. Taurl Brooks Fifteenth Street Wheeling Mathison Father Lee St. Joseph Cathedral Mt. Calvary Cemetery F. Winfield Brown Baltimore William Maley George W. Porter, Sr Bernard Lyons Michael B. Murray John Madden This City

Fire loss of only $5.95 in town of 1500 houses

Old Hickory Tennessee records show a 1932 fire loss of $5.95. The industrial town of 1500 homes uses a paid 12 man fire department and a 60 man volunteer factory brigade. Officials and residents stress fire prevention by keeping premises clean and hazards free. Most houses are frame construction.

Old Hickory Tenn

Estimate Shows Ten Million Cars Five Years Old In U S

A government survey estimates that about ten million of the 25 million vehicles in use in the United States are at least five years old. The figure highlights aging car stock and potential impacts on repair, safety, and renewal trends nationwide.

United States

Empty Your Gail Bladder And You'll Feel Like a Billion Dollars

A garbled text fragment mentions a slogan about emptying the bladder and feeling wealthy, with scattered letters and unclear references to dates or places. The readable portion presents no coherent event, names, or actionable facts for a proper news summary.

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