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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1930

Page

8

Lutheran Men Affirm Branch Affiliation and Charitable Duty

The Lutheran Brotherhood held its monthly meeting in Nebureh with Howard H. Holt presiding. Members voted to affiliate with the National Brotherhood of the United Lutheran Church and to send two delegates to the state meeting in Charleston on May 21 22. Rev B F K Roof Lloyd Nugum and H A Rice spoke on brotherhood and duty, ending with Beall’s lengthy paper and a benediction.

Lutheran Brotherhood Nebureh Dent Howard H. Holt Lub National Brotherhood of Te United Luthn Church Charleston Lutheran Synod el Wil Maranon Christian Brotherhood B. F. K. Roof Thomas M. Beall Beall Roof Mr. Beal

Nye Transferred to Clarksburg Post from Gratton

E F Nye lifelong Gratton resident and 19 years with Pittsburgh and West Virginia Gas Company moves to Clarksburg to head the Toxshalarksburg division. W F Lewis of Weston will take his Gratton post after 24 years with the gas company. A M Huntington, New York rail magnate, donates 1100 rare books to the University of Texas.

E.F Nye Graton Pittsburgh and West Virginia Gas Company Clarksburg Toxshalarksburg Gratton Nis W. FE. Lewis Weston Lewis Gas Company A.M. Huntington New York Univiersity Texas

Cross of Klan Burns on Hill in Grafton Night

A large fire scorched Boyd's Hill as road contractors blasts shadowed by heavy flames startled West Main Street residents. The event rekindles memories of Ku Klux Klan activity in Grafton, with past rallies noted and speculation that the group remains organized and could be returning.

West Main Street Boyd Grafton

Local Store Stocks Radios and Lighting Supplies

A neighborhood shop advertises a wide selection of electrical appliances and radios. They also carry a full line of bulbs and other essential equipment for home and shop use.

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J Wyant Detained After Circleville Check Arrest

J Wyant was brought to jail this morning after Circleville arrest on a warrant issued by Squire J L Wittman April 1. A check dated March 13 drawn on the Circleville Bank to A J Warder for 10 dollars prompted the action. Wittman said Wyant was in bad physical condition but habitually passed small bad checks. this was believed to be the largest he had written. Circleville lies in Pendleton County.

J. Wyant Cicleville Squire J. L. Wittman A. J. Warder Chcléville Squire Wittman Circleville Pendleton County

Kimble Electric Co Relocates Its Store To New Address

The Trimble Electric Company relocated its store and sales from 107 Luzadder Street to 24 Latrobe Street in the White building area. The move provides better display space and room to carry a wider selection for Mamere, with the new location open and ready for customers.

Trimble Electric Company Luzadder ‘Street Latrobe Street Mamere

Dahlia Tubers and Bedding Plants for Yard Use

Dahlia tubers priced at $1 per dozen plus other fancy bedding plants offered by White Co Green and FETTERMAN 43 16. Readable item notes available for yard and garden use.

White Co Green Xse, Fetterman

Murder Conviction Noted for Homer Male in Philippi

Homer Male, 33, a Black man, was found guilty of first degree murder for the fatal clubbing of his housekeeper Miss Lottie Trimble, 32, on the Belington Philippi highway. A life sentence is mandatory. He initially claimed the death resulted from a car strike and later said he was intoxicated.

Stewart's New Prescription praised by Fairmont barber

Prominent barber Mr. Joe R. Diggs endorses Stewart's New Prescription after five days of use claiming thorough bowel cleansing, increased energy, better sleep, and overall vigor. Ad invites readers to visit Grafton Drugs and Chemical Co to hear Stewart's Specialist explain ingredients and benefits.

Joe R. Diggs Fairmont Stewart Mr. Diggs Grafton Drugs and Chemical CO Grafton Stewart's Baltimore

Seeks Congress Seat for Texas Seventeenth District

Mrs. Robert Quincey Lee enters race to fill unexpired term in Congress after her husband’s death. candidacy noted as representation move for district.

Ared Robert Quincey Lee Texas Congress

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