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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1933

Page

6

Fright After described as McCray death in home

A coroner's inquest recounted how Foster and companions entered the McCray residence after a note hinted at despair. The note dated January 29 spoke of no preacher and no confidence in anyone, suggesting self harm. Relatives and neighbors recalled McCray as formerly prosperous and respected.

McCray Foster Bailey Newton Cora Brohardt McCray Upshur County Parkersburg Kenneth McCray State of California Arthur Ward Buckhannon Peggy Gainer

Consolidation of Auditor Office Posts Announced

Auditor Edgar B. Sims announced the consolidation of the offices of chief clerk and head of the taxation department as state house personnel shifted with many new faces entering the offices and reductions totaling to be applied.

Cleveland M. Bailey Clarksburg Will Frank Pritt Taxation Department Sims Land Department Tax Department Insurance Department Road Commission Transportation Department Weston George Groves Hampshire County Sue Knight Greybill Greenbrier County Fannie Conrad Pendleton County Ella Landacre Nicholas County Hilda Modell Lina Somerville Wirt County Auditor's Office State Compensation Department Board of Control Herman G. Johnson Treasury Fred Woods Hal F. Morris Edgar B. Sims State House

Einstein in New York Crowds Move as He Passes Through

A stormy scene at Grand Central saw crowds surge toward Albert Einstein as he slipped out through the baggage room to avoid the throng. The famed physicist sent a note reaffirming faith in the United States, praising Germany’s cultural contributions while criticizing treatment of cultures abroad. Meanwhile, congressional action on veteran pensions and federal pay cuts dominated headlines as the House advanced a sweeping economy bill with substantial implications for civil and military staff and veterans.

Hebrew University Jerusalem Einstein Grand Central Station Finsein Germany Roosevelt House Senate Robinson Arkansas Congress Walsh D., Mass Black Ala Dill Wash Copeland Harrison

Joseph St Peter Quits Hunger Strike After Meal

Edmore Michigan March 16 Joseph St Peter 78 abandoned his 14 day hunger strike and voluntarily ate a meal for the first time today a pint of broth was forced via tube yesterday by a doctor while a deputy sheriff held him He said if they stuff me like a fowl I might as well eat it myself He sat down to a real good breakfast with relatives reporting satisfaction

Edmore Mich Joseph St. Peter St. Peter

Economy Bill Advances to President Approval

A government economy bill moved from page one to a late night session where it received overwhelming approval. The measure aims to reduce deficits and streamline spending, with supporters saying it strengthens fiscal responsibility. Opponents raised concerns about potential impacts on social programs.

Meeting Of Boy Scouts Will Be Held Tonight

Scoutmaster Lewis Poe announces Troop 2 will meet at the Blen Avon hotel tonight at 7 30 o clock instead of tomorrow night. The date change is due to the St Patrick s Day dance tomorrow night by the American Legion.

Lewis Poe Boy Scouts Blen Avon Hotel American Legion

Brand Women In Effort To Obtain Money

Police search for four men who forced entry into a farm house near Clifton Park, assaulted Mrs Sophia Jannubuker and three others with a heated butcher knife, and robbed them of 60 dollars. The attackers branded the women on the leg to force disclosure of money.

Schenectady N. Y Sophia Jannubuker Clifton Park

How Doctors Treat Colds and Coughs

A vintage medical advertorial claims Calotabs quickly break up a cold and relieve congestion. It asserts one or two Calotabs at bedtime with milk or water purges the system and ends the cold by morning, with a hearty breakfast. It notes 10¢ and 85¢ package prices and urges purchase at drug stores.

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