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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1949
Page
6
Founded as a weekly newspaper in 1870 and published daily with Sunday omission since 1903. The paper lists M. B. MacLOOD as General Manager and Miss Eldora M. Bolyard as News Editor. Membership with the Associated Press, mailing and subscription rates are noted, including regional price terms.
Western officials say there is no plan to end the airlift abruptly though it will be kept as insurance. They believe the Soviet agreement stems from a enemy setback at Berlin rather than a shift toward conciliation, and that blockade aims to block Western influence in Germany.
Federal Works Agency invites sealed bids in triplicate by May 18, 1949 at 10 a.m. for space heating boiler replacement at the U S post office in Grafton West Virginia. Specifications dated April 4 1949 and drawings and general conditions Sept 15 1942 with addendum May 15 1944.
The Southerners, who represent about a third of the coal industry, argue early negotiations clash with a June date and question the Bluefield site for talks. They note the state Elks convention in the same city a week earlier could hinder suitable accommodations for the coal meetings.
A driver in a stalled bus incident fled the scene after a near miss. He stated he honked to warn oncoming traffic and faced a choice between colliding with the bus or staying on his lane.
Funeral services were held today for six of seven people who died in Tuesday’s house fire in Hinton. Homer Tincher, 22, of Hinton, also received rites at the same time. Mrs. Anna June Deeds, 24, her two children, her aunt and uncle, and the Ellison family’s baby perished in the blaze that destroyed Mrs. Deeds’ home as a truck and a school bus were involved in the incident along the roadway.
Late yesterday Morgantown, Kingwood and Grafton delegations rode a six car special train while others arrived by bus. Impromptu parades and sidewalk concerts lightened the day. Tonight Huntington High and Huntington East combine for a city auditorium concert. Friday brings Festival A B and C bands and the bandmasters banquet where Saturday parade positions will be drawn.
In a tense scene the trapped western Berliners celebrate the airlift as supply lines persist and the city’s defenders avert disaster. American GIs at Templehof airport buzzed with relief over upcoming leaves and furloughs, signaling a rare moment of normalcy amid the stalemate.
Judith Coplon, former Justice Department employee, stands trial in Washington charged with stealing top secret government documents and allegedly passing them to a Soviet agent. The case centers on alleged espionage and national security breaches during the Cold War era.
A May 5 mass town council meeting nominated officers for the Citizens ticket for the June 7 municipal election in Tunnelton. Nominees included Mayor Reese Recorder E C Maier and councilmen J W Gainer J W Nine Clifford Martin Darrell Taylor and Oscar Halbritter. Rev W J Kerr attended a Fairmont District Conference at Westover Methodist Church Morgantown, serving as pianist.
Community members gathered for Lindsey Ann Howard's 12th birthday with games and a cake. Local residents include Mrs. Edward Wiles in hospital, Elva Wahl called in from Buffalo, and various visits across Morgantown, Terra Alta, Clarksburg, and Fairmont. Planned: West Virginia University speaker for local high school's May 27 commencement. Berlin politics: Socialist Mayor Reuther refuses cooperation with Ebert's Russian sector, seeks city and free elections.
President White presided at Washington ceremonies marking the Pacific style Columbian train’s unveiling. He noted the original Columbian of 1931 as the world’s first air conditioned train and praised Baltimore and Ohio’s pioneering passenger service.
Sunday evening guests included Mr and Mrs Watson Criss Mr and Mrs Dennis White Sheila Rae and Larry Francis White Mr and Mrs Lance Danks and The Reverend and Mrs Roy Messenger at the Boylens Ira Yost visited Morgantown Monday and attended the Morgantown district convention In Chicago G Murray Campbell B O vice president presided at the ceremonies The new B O trains comprise eight cars and a two unit Diesel electric locomotive built by the Pull- end of excerpt.
In a courtroom style sequence Deb Randall recounts hearing Judge Lander’s voice on the terrace at four a.m. while a mystery unfolds at the estate. McGregor presses for precise timings as associates, Stella Dane, Tim Grant, and Molly B. observe, hinting at burglaries, motives, and a looming murder inquiry.
The article mentions four remaining cars equipped with coaches fitted with Seepy Hollow reclining seats, emphasizing comfort in the snack bar area. The detail underscores a focus on passenger convenience and chair design within the rail car selection.
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