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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1923
Page
6
A Grafton city official told Sentinel reporters that narcotics traffic in morphine and other drugs is a growing concern, likely numbering fifteen to twenty addicts. He said dope supply and bootlegging cross paths with peddlers in the city and that uncovering the full network will not be easy.
The Grafton police department arrested fourteen people during April, according to figures provided by Mayor Thomas H. Cather. Fines imposed on defendants brought before the recorder totaled $42. The mayor praised local conduct and noted April arrests rarely exceeded this month’s total, referencing recent statistics on the city’s standing.
The mayor defends Grafton police amid criticism over arrests and concerns about residents' health. He states that city officers are efficient and perform their duties to the best of their ability. The remarks follow discussions about local demographics and public welfare, noting cancer cases and population factors.
Grafton and Taylor county Shrine members plan a June voyage to Washington for the national convention. An Army of Shriners and families will travel by auto, with AA A maps and tours guiding routes. Washington gears up for 50 000 visiting motorists as police intensify traffic duties during convention week.
Mrs James E Maxwell opens Tuesday visiting friends and shopping in Clarksburg. Miss Ruby Flanagan confined to Blueville with diphtheria. J Y Hamilton of Clarkshace superintendent of Atlantic and Pacific Tea company in city for business. Mrs Porter Mason of Pruntytown a business visitor yesterday. Mrs Anna Hellin in Patr mont attending business. A B Corder of Bridgeport president of Grafton Banking and Trust company here yesterday. D M Osgood and Sidney Wright of Pairmont in city on business. W T Robinson Route 1 among those in town today. Earnest Frederick of Independence a business visitor yesterday. Miss Agnes Nones of Volga in town yesterday. Mr Smith of Rowe 1 spent Tuesday on business and visiting friends. SL Wolfe of Moatsville among those in town Tuesday on business. Got your ticket for Mule Quartet. Brinkman's Opera House May did. Free chance on Coupe.
Rev. EH Waters, superintendent of the East District United Brethren Churches, returned home briefly after a week in Middlebourne tending his chronically ill mother. He expected to be recalled to her bedside later today as the family waits for further word.
The A A A and others have issued two city routes with maps for motorists to visit points of interest. Maps will be given to driving visitors to avoid traffic congestion. Requests for information come from as far as San Francisco, with an estimated 50,000 cars expected, though some officials doubt the figure. Captain Miller praised gifts from Klan members and urged faster fundraising to meet the quota for Salvation Army relief work in Grafton and Taylor counties.
Charleston May 2 A new trial was granted to Elmer Padgett convicted in Wood county circuit court of possessing a moonshine still. The Supreme Court ruled the lower court erred by not admitting testimony on Padgett good character as a law abiding citizen. He faced three years in the penitentiary and $500 plus costs. The raid was led by former state prohibition officer J Warner Bee and Capt W A Smith with State Police W L Hays and R G Smith. a still was found near Padgett home, though he claimed no knowledge and said he was hunting at the time. The court disapproved a defense counsel argument in an instruction but did not grant a continuance due to his mother's illness.
The Garritons chapter of the Ku Klux Klan sent a $50 cash gift to Captain Clifford Miller at a revived Army post. The donation supports a $4,090 fund to aid the Army’s work in Taylor county. This marks the first public acknowledgment of a local Klan presence. Crosses have been burned on Holds Hill, though observers doubt it was local and fear it was for amusement.
Charleston May 2 A P The West Virginia legislature aims to begin formal consideration of two year appropriations on a budget bill drafted by the Board of Public Works The Senate finance committee is expected to report today or tomorrow while the Taxation and Pinance panel may also deliver a report The extended session limits budget focus and Democrats aim to speed passage to avoid a special session that could raise revenue in a theatre case depending on governor calls
The Cumberland Chamber of Commerce reports a letter from the Cumberland secretary noting widespread worry over smoke in Cumberland. The missive describes the smoke's impact and seeks remedies to relieve residents.
Grafton officials report a fifty percent drop in smoke density over recent months. Chamber manager Taylor asked Mr Ankeney to expand cooperative efforts with the Federal Bureau of Mines and B C Railroad to reduce smoke nuisances. Proper boiler firing is cited as key to lowering black smoke affecting property. The Grafton chamber hopes Cumberland chamber can replicate the cooperative program to lessen smoke in Cumberland.
The Grafton Chamber of Commerce warns residents about M. L. Feldman of Fort Worth who claims to manufacture and sell household inventions. He writes to chambers and individuals across cities seeking lists of local inventors and promises ample capital for contracted manufacture and distribution on royalty. Fort Worth Chamber cautions he is not a member and urges avoidance of dealings. In other content, discussion notes cigarette and cigar trends, rising cigarette output to over five billion in January, shifts in social smoking habits, and broader social implications.
Dr. Percy Suickney grants his ongoing publicity push by releasing a book and opening a church porch shop offering exclusive sales. During a marching sermon he urged the congregation to buy the four volume set recently published.
The article notes Dr Grant’s sermons attract publicity and dissent as he promotes his book. It claims he uses the pulpit for notoriety and even trims biblical verses, while audiences enjoy the evening show and the instructor’s kindness to the young people.
Between 20 and 35 couples attended a dance at St Augustine's school auditorium hosted by Cour Ave Maria Catholic Daughters of America. The Melody Teasers Orchestra provided music and a new saxophonist Della Gatti joined mid-evening. Refreshments were served and the event ran from nine to one with strong praise for the entertainment.
Grafton ministers note mothers day confusion on date but follow the national rule of the second Sunday in May. A Ministerial Association meeting Monday will discuss observance forms with each church choosing its own method. Musical attractions and transportation arrangements may be featured.
City authorities of Grafton began construction Wednesday morning of a large storm sewer on East Main Street to manage surface water runoff from Love Hill. The report notes local remarks about daylight saving and a humorous aside about the moon and cheese.
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