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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1932
Page
4
The piece discusses California's delegation backing Garner for the Democratic nomination, Roosevelt foes, and a drawn out convention fight. It also critiques Prohibition church leaders and outlines widespread liquor issues under prohibition, noting rural and urban spread and public concern.
A plea urges drastic political reform to curb mass government expansion and coercive influence on Congress. The author warns of financial ruin and a threatened credit collapse unless a capable national congress is elected to overhaul and reduce government activity and spending.
Steubenville Ohio May 5 A C Long 55 of Paris Pa grocer was instantly killed when his car overturned on a curve along the William Penn highway near Weirton West Virginia A son A Long 18 and Harry were present in the vehicle.
The article argues for honoring Mr. Kimmel with a public appointment based on his years of unpaid service on the Bluemont Improvement Association construction committee and his proven expertise in supervising cemetery restoration. It condemns the notion that public jobs should be handed to those in need and critiques government payrolls and corporate influence on legislation.
Washington May 5 Archibald B Roosevelt son of the former president presented to President Hoover a letter urging action to cut off compensation paid to veterans for disabilities not resulting from war service. An American-built bridge in Canton China will be completed in June at an estimated cost of 1,200,000 dollars.
The administrator will sell the late Franklin T. Thayer’s household goods at his home 207 Maple Avenue Grafton West Virginia starting at 1 o clock on Saturday May 7 1932. 36-51 C. 0. Latham administrator. First notice to creditors in the matter of Wm. I. Haddix bankrupt in the Northern District of West Virginia. A meeting of creditors is set for May 13 1932 at 10:00 A M at the office of O. E. Wyckoff in Grafton to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Dated May 2 1932 C. E. Wyckoff referee in bankruptcy. Voters of Taylor County James C. Holt announces candidacy for Clerk of the County Court subject to Republican primary May 10. Jacob N. Yates and John D. Gerard also solicit votes for Clerk nominations. E. Bailey Wyckoff announces candidacy for House of Delegates.
To the voters of Taylor County candidates announce for Clerk of the Circuit Court on the Democratic and Republican tickets for the May 10 1932 primary. Tom Payne Charles H Payne Frank Bennett and Commodore Henderson seek the office promising efficient service and asking support.
Trevey Nutter, born and raised in West Virginia, declares twenty plus years as lawyer and businessman, pledging to push property tax reform, budget restraint, resource protection, and strong law enforcement. He seeks Republican nomination and asks for voter support and influence.
A flood of candidate notices in Taylor County announces bids for sheriff assessor prosecuting attorney justice of the peace and county commissioner across Republican and Democratic tickets. Voters are urged to support May 10 primary elections with promises of economy fair administration and diligent public service by numerous local figures.
Charles H. Warder states his qualification for the county post and pledges the most economical and businesslike administration of the office. He asks for the citizens to consider his candidacy and signs his message with respect.
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