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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1936
Page
4
A 1935 editorial questions Mussolini's Ethiopian victory and colonization plan while criticizing Baltimore crowd reactions. It condemns Italian aggression, anticipates guerilla resistance and lawlessness, and notes public misgivings about synchronized applause. The piece critiques global responses to the conflict and urged vigilance.
Belgrade May 5. Yugoslav Romania Greece and Turkey sought to settle southeastern quarrels by conference. Ethiopia’s fate loomed as a warning of relying on great powers. Balkan entente reps resumed disputes, shifting toward regional security and less reliance on alliances while Addis Ababa's occupation loomed.
Political announcement from Russell L. Furb ee of Fairmont West Virginia seeking Republican nomination for congressman in Taylor county. He asks voters to support his vigorous campaign at the May 12 primary.
EDN LOCK pledges continued efficient service after 15 years and asks voters for support and goodwill in the May 19th primary. He emphasizes commitment to taxpaying residents and urges backing for continued public service.
Opinion warns Mussolini may press Africa moves and trigger a wider crisis. It argues a new world war could draw Britain Japan and the United States into conflict, threatening modern civilization. The piece urges restraint from Il Duce to avoid catastrophe.
Washington columnist notes criticism of Baltimore audiences after a Roosevelt speech at the Armory. He cites mis-timed laughter and applause as a radio distribution issue and suggests appointing someone to cue audiences. The piece highlights a broader debate over expected cuts in dramatic pauses and audience response.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports on Steel Facts from the American Iron and Steel Institute showing 405 221 gross tons of foreign iron and steel products entering the United States in 1935, imports up 4 percent from 1934 while exports fell about 4 percent. If the imports had been produced domestically, about 13 414 000 man hours of work would have been created, equivalent to 6 450 full time American jobs, earning an estimated 9 500 000 in wages at 1935 rates, prompting critique of Roosevelt tariff and trade policy for not boosting American employment.
Huntington May 5 The Central Labor union named a committee to seek reinstatement of three Cabell County Federation of Teachers members dropped by the Board of Education. The three are P J McDermott president C R Weinberger secretary and J H Norsworthy none of whom were reemployed. Weinberger a Republican and Norsworthy a Democrat are candidates for seats in the house of delegates. McDermott is athletic director of Huntington High school. Superintendent R B Marston was reelected.
White Sulphur Springs May 5 A C Bolyston of St Louis president of the American Drug Manufacturers is slated to give the welcoming address at the first general session of the association’s silver anniversary convention Sectional meetings were held yesterday with papers on scientific biological crude drug medicinal chemical and pharmaceutical subjects No April election Horace W Bigelow of Detroit will report at morning session on work of the legislative committee Fifty three firms represented by a large majority
King Edward VIII returned from Fort Belvedere to Buckingham Palace for a ceremony where ambassadors and ministers from more than 50 nations presented letters of credence. United States Ambassador Robert W. Bingham was among the diplomats attending.
BAGDAD May 5 Government troops and air units advanced against rebels who cut the Baghdad Basra railway in Rumaitha district. Officials said revolting tribesmen in that sector fired on a locomotive and tore up rails on the line from Baghdad to Basra near the Persian Gulf.
CLOVIS New Mexico May 5 Mrs J C Canipe joins Clo vis High School as a senior alongside her son J Hedrick and daughter in law and is among 103 state seniors awarded certificates of distinction for high grades in a statewide aptitude test. She will graduate with her son and his wife this month.
Ten Mineral county school children will receive the Golden Horseshoe award from Superintendent W. W. Trent at Charlestown Friday for proficiency in history.
Addis Ababa faced days of native rioting after Emperor Haile Selassie fled. Italian troops and lorries entered the city past the British legation around 4 p.m. local time as Britain reported the U S legation evacuated after four days of unrest.
In Richmond Virginia on May 5 socially prominent delegates from 27,970 Junior League members across the United States and Canada gathered at the country club for the sixteenth annual conference. Mrs Billy Shaw Howell of Charlotte led the discussion at the opening banquet.
Representative Robert L Ramsay of West Virginia says an omnibus bill may create a third federal judge for West Virginia and one for eastern Pennsylvania. The plan aims to win House approval after a single objection blocked a prior measure.
Legion Post No 12 in Clarksburg announces May 30 Memorial Day ceremony featuring Stathers, a veteran orator and state legion leader. He and two brothers served in World War, and the event honors fallen soldiers at the city’s National cemetery decorated annually by school children. Local leaders Pepper and Holt coordinate efforts to ensure a meaningful observance.
The Senate finance committee wrestles with the House tax bill, noting its complexity and unclear provisions. A push to abrogate the Democratic two thirds rule at Philadelphia tensions is viewed as risky but potentially peaceful for party unity. Financial leaders urge tariff reductions and freer trade amid global instability and the risk of economic disarray if exchange barriers persist.
Robert T. Travis announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Taylor County. He pledges an economical, just and progressive administration and asks party members for support in the May 12 primary. Former deputy sheriff is noted.
Dallas Wolfe announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the May 12 primary. He appeals for voter support, pledges a vigorous general election campaign if nominated, and promises an honest economical administration and fairness for every citizen.
W E Rightmire ends his appeal by stressing lifelong Taylor County residency and party loyalty as he solicits votes for the Republican ticket. He promises a vigorous campaign and an administration of the office above reproach if nominated and elected.
Ben F Sayre announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Taylor County on May 12. He pledges to provide the same courteous and business-like administration if nominated and elected, referencing prior service in the same office.
A candidate appeals to Democratic voters in the May 12 primary, pledging a vigorous general election campaign if nominated. He states he is not part of any political ring, has made no pre election promises, and promises honest, courteous, capable service while seeking support.
Herbert Evans announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff with a pledge to run a vigorous general election campaign if nominated. He asks supporters for backing and influence.
A. Leuthardt announces a campaign for the House of Delegates with a May 12 primary date. He appeals for support and influence from voters and local leaders to back his candidacy.
A Democratic candidate asks readers for backing in a bid for the House of Delegates. The speaker describes lifelong labor and civic commitments and appeals to those who value progressive community action.
G Commodore Henderson declares his candidacy for the office of assessor in the upcoming primary and vows a vigorous campaign if nominated. He appeals for party support and emphasizes readiness to administer the office and carry the fight into the general election.
Harry B Batson declares candidacy for the Democratic nomination for county assessor, subject to voters in the May 12 primary. He pledges full-time, undivided attention to the office and an economical, sound administration if nominated and elected.
To the voters ONA C. JEFFERYE respectfully seeks the Republican nomination for Justice of the Peace in Grafton district. If nominated and elected, she promises the same faithful service as during her present term of office.
John L Wittman announces his candidacy for Justice of the Peace in Grafton Independent District. He vows honest faithful administration and fair impartial treatment, pledging to seek voters support at the May 12 primary.
A candidate for Justice of the Peace in the Grafton independent district asks voters for support in the May 12 primary and promises to be guided by bar members. Harry G. Clark appeals for help on May 13, stressing honesty and total administration of the office.
A taxpaying citizen backs his bid for County Commissioner subject to Republican primary voters on May 12. He cites familiarity with county government problems and pledges to provide the best representation for the public body, asking for votes and support.
Byron B. Dilworth formally announces his candidacy for county commissioner pledging honest capable service if nominated and elected. He cites prior service on the county court filling a vacancy by appointment and asks for support in his final appeal to the electorate.
A candidate pledges a continuance of efficient honest and painstaking service as a county court member if renominated and reelected. The message emphasizes commitment to public duty and outlines goals for county governance ahead of the May 12th primary.
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