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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1939

Page

3

Hi Y Dance and G A R Convention Plans Highlight Society Page

The Fieldhouse hosted the Hi Y dance with 30 attendees and Johnny McTue’s orchestra. Girl Reserves helped decorate for an upcoming Friday dance. G A R ladies mapped plans for the 44th convention and the 58th encampment the week of May 29 at the VFW hall and Industrial school gym. A sewing club entertained by Miss Bonnie Newcome at her West Main home, with a two course luncheon and hostess gifts. A spring theme tied events to be followed by another dance at the Industrial school gymnasium on May 12.

Riverside Drive Johnny McTue E.G. Kuhn Torlock Hasmussen Thomas Bolyard Mary Thomas Ruth Batten Grand Army of the Republic VFW Iadies Industrial School Icle Bickford Bonnie Newcome West Main Street Newcome Beulah Bailey Edith Anderson Pauline Sapp Avenelle McDaniel Gladys ‘McDaniel Ramona Dawson Catherine Leach Madelyn Brand John Evans Harry Greenwald Gertrude Newton Robert Arble John Newcome Roberta Chenoweth Flemington West Washington Street

Sunday school rallies and club meetings in Taylor County

May events include a 2 p.m. Sunday school rally at Webster Baptist Church and another at Baileytown M P Church. The B and O Veterans Clara Fawyer Auxiliary meet at 7:30 p.m. in the VFW hall, with members urged to attend. Also a Quota Club gathering at 6:15 p.m. at Cozy Rest, Fisher class May meeting at St John’s Methodist at 7:30 p.m., and a May bingo at VFW hall at 8 p.m. on May 12.

Taylor County Webster Baptist Church Baileytown Colored Sunday Schools B. and O. Veterans Clara Fawyer VFW Quota Club Cozy Rest St. John’s Methodist Church Ladies Auxiliary

Dance and sewing club notes from the week

Beginning at 8 p m the dance wall continue through the evening with music by the Industrial school orchestra featuring a varied program and several singers. Free transportation will be provided for those meeting at the B and O station at 7 30 p m according to Icie Bickford and Charles Hannon. Weekly Sewing Club party at Mrs W J Hussion’s Lincoln street included sewing, conversation stunts and prizes. The dessert table featured spring blooms and the living room was decorated with flowers. Attendees included Mrs Russell Mrs W P Clark Mrs Lawson De Laney Mrs Leo Crane and many others. The club meets again in two weeks at Mrs Fred McFarland’s home.

Industrial School B. and O Icie Bickford Charles Hannon W. J. Hussion Lincoln Street Hussian J. W. Russell Russell W. P. Clark Lawson DeLaney Leo Crane Victor’ Rockwell Fred McFarland Harry Carroll Rd Robert Wittman T. C. Gough L. H. Greenwald Martha Lamb John Bickford W. P. Cannon Mary | Weekley

Thieves Break Into Holiday Drug Store Steal Small Cash

In Pineville on May 6 thieves entered the Holiday Drug company store and passed up hundreds in merchandise, taking only $5 from a paper cup by the cash register. Owner Charles Holoway reported the break in.

Pineville Holiday Drug Company Charles Holoway

Vacationers fear rulers forget toothbrush at last minute

The note jokingly suggests dictators may neglect basic packing as travelers joke about final minute prep. A satirical line proposes drafting Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi into the army to scare leaders into behaving.

Boris Karloff Bela Lugosi

Personal notices of church family vacation and relatives

Rev. E L Lowery pastor of West Main Methodist church and his wife Mrs Lowery and daughter Mildred plan a spring southern state trip visiting Dunbar Nitro Charleston and Beckley returning about May 18. Mrs Delmar Yost of Fairview visits her parents Mr and Mrs Zinn. Mr and Mrs C C Batson of Dewey avenue attend Kentucky Derby in Louisville. Mrs Smith Ringer and son of Greensburg are guests of her mother Mrs Kinney. Mrs W J Hussion of East Main visited Clarksburg Saturday.

E. L. Lowery West Main Street Methodist Dewey Avenue Louisville Churchill Downs Smith Ringer and Son Greensburg Ringer M. J. Kinney East Main Street W. J. Hussion Clarksburg

Aldrich On Program Of Grafton's Camera Club

The Grafton Camera club met last night with A. O. Aldrich, a noted local photographer, presenting a demonstration that drew praise. Members decided to hold figure sessions twice monthly on the first and third Fridays, with a photographic record trip to be discussed at the May 19 meeting.

Grafton Camera Club A. O. Aldrich

Taxi Driver Pleads Guilty To Reckless Driving

D. Haddix, a local cab driver, was fined $25 and costs by Justice of the Peace A. B. Knabenshue after pleading guilty to reckless driving. Police arrested him after the incident on AvL Swisher on West Main Street yesterday.

West Main Street D. Haddix Justice of the Peace A. B. Knabenshue

Newest Gorham Sterling pattern at Skaggs Co

Gorham Sterling unveils a new pattern featuring intricate detailing highlighted at Skaggs and Co. The design showcases refined craftsmanship aimed at collectors, with pricing and availability announced through the store.

Gorham Sterling Greenbrier Skaggs & Co

Wings of the Navy at Dixie Theatre Promises Thrilling Naval Drama

Warmer Bros cosmopolitan production Wings of the Navy opens Sunday at the Dixie with George Brent Olivia de Havilland John Payne and Frank McHugh headlining a vivid authentic tale of naval aviation. A deadly epidemic and a fierce love triangle heighten suspense as the crew battles to keep engines running and lives intact. Directed by Lew Landers Pacific Liner also features Parry Fitzgerald Alan Hale and Allan Lane with Robert Sisk producing.

Wings of the Navy Dixie Theatre Geo.Brent Olivia de Havilland John Payne Frank McHugh Hollywood Navy Warner Service Naval Aviation Service National Defense

Pacific Liner Stars McLaglen and Morris at Sea

On an ocean steamer the belligerent ship’s chief engineer clashes with the ship’s physician. Victor McLaglen plays the masterful engine room chief opposite Chester Morris the doctor, with Wendy Barrie as a nurse in this action driven RKO drama.

RKO Radio Victor McLaglen Chester Morris McLaglen Morris Wendy Barrie

Midnight shines at Strand with Colbert Ameche star cast

The Strand presents the comedy Midnight headlined by Claudette Colbert and Don Ameche with John Barrymore Mary Astor Hedda Hopper Rex O'Malley and Blaine Barrie in a witty rapid dialogue film. A laughed filled story fits Colbert's persona and Mitchell Leisen's direction. SKAGGS & CO.

Claudette Colbert Mitchell Leisen Colbert Don Ameche Strand Theatre Hollywood Mrs Colbert Ameche The John Barrymore Francis Lederer Mary Astor Hedda’ Hopper Rex O'Malley Blaine Barrie New York Barrymore

Love Triangle Draws Paris in American Gold-Digger Tale

An American gold-digger competes for the heart of Miss Colbert against a hard-boiled yet romantic Paris taxi-driver and a suave man about town with a rich bank balance. Miss Colbert struggles to choose between the two seductive suitors as intrigue and desire collide.

Paris Miss Colbert

Funeral services for Ainsworth Post at Bartlett Home

Funeral services for Ainsworth Post, 64, who died yesterday at his Cherry street home, will be held Monday at 11 at Bartlett Funeral Home on McGraw avenue with Rev. Mrs. Ethel Huber of the Assembly of God church officiating. Interment will be in Bluemont cemetery. Survivors include brothers Calvin Post of Buckhannon and Opha Post of Grafton and sisters Mrs. Emma Radcliff of Morgantown, Mrs. Olive Harris of McCord, Mrs. Fiona Patterson of Ohio, Mrs. Mae Brenwall of Mill Creek, and Miss Anna and Miss Jeannette Post whose addresses are unknown.

Ainsworth Post Cherry Street Bartlett Funeral Home McGraw Avenue Ethel Huber Assembly of God Church Bluemont Cemetery Calvin Post Buckhannon Opha Post Grafton Emma Radcliff Morgantown Olive Harris McCorder Fiona Patterson State of Ohio Mae Brenwall Mill Creek Anna Jeannette Post

Injured Man Falls From 100-Foot Cliff Near Welch

Robert Osborne aged 52 suffered a broken leg and a broken arm when he fell from a 100 foot cliff near Welch. He was taken to a Welch hospital for treatment.

Knox Address On Air Monday

New York May 6 Col Frank Knox on Defenses of America delivered before the Women’s Republican club in St Louis will be broadcast by WEAF NBC. Saturday night listings include various programs on WEAF NBC WJZ NBC and CBS with opera dances theater and talk features. Sunday schedule covers Chicago roundtable Dedication of Bruttalian pavilion and multiple radio offerings.

New York Col Frank Knox America Republican Club St. Louis WEAF NBC Tommy Riggs Arch Oboler WABC CBS Prof. Quiz Phil Baker WJZ Brent House Chicago Brutalian Pavilion Symphony Club Af Phiadelphia Grech Club Jack Benny Charlie McCarthy the Circle Iblisher Vatican Mendelssohn G.0 Ite Nagle G. P. Women’s Club People’s Platform Elmer F. Andrews Elizabeth Kathleen Norris Ray Perkins Hollywood Playhouse Cherto American Forum Robert F. Wagner F.C. Smith Bet Pepper Young Shain Ohio State U

Garbage pickup offer to Grafton residents

To The Citizens Of Grafton a local service offers collection of garbage and cans for a small fee and promises assistance with cleanup efforts. The notice emphasizes community help and an inexpensive trash disposal option for residents.

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Annlbel P. Swisher Aldrich Camera Club Opera House Star Galaxy Shines Hamilton AMET Knox P. F. Gillispie I Big Sister U.S DEA By Les Forgrave Muggs and Skeeter Etta Kett Jeans Jr Beth Wally GONG Paul Robinson Andre Kostelanetz
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