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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1910
Page
7
An explosion at the General Explosives Company plant near Hull Quebec destroyed the area and killed 15 people with at least 50 injured. Debris toppled trees and shattered buildings as spectators fled from the blaze and two follow up detonations.
Charles L. Kimmel returned this morning from a lengthy journey through California Washington Oregon and other western points. He enjoyed the trip and spoke highly of the country visited. He returns looking well after his outing.
Miss Catharine B. Ottley, new proprietress of the Hotel Creedmore in Grafton, is working to attract travelers by offering an excellent Sunday dinner. Her grasp of the hotel business shows in an inviting establishment believed to be the best in years and poised for success.
Mr H A Almas and daughter Mrs Larry Kernan traveled from Denver to attend the funeral of Ethel Pryor, daughter of Mr Almas, who died there about two weeks earlier. The item also notes Speaker Cannon’s remark about General Grant and references Appomattox with a brief editorial flourish.
The baccalaureate sermon for the City High School graduating class will be delivered at St Pauls Lutheran church on Sunday morning May 22 by Rev. A F Richardson. He was chosen by the city ministerium and school board for his eloquence and educational background.
U S Deputy Marshal E D Hupp and Jimmie Covoski of Austin arrived with Covoski in custody on selling beer without a federal license. Covoski was arraigned before U S Commissioner Charles R Lilly and held on a $500 bond. He remains jailed in Martinsburg until the federal court meets next.
A historical piece reflects on King Edward VII's death and its impact. It praises his wise reign, notes enhanced Anglo American ties under McKinley and Roosevelt, and discusses Britain's chaotic parliamentary crisis and the uncertain future under George V. The obituary places global unease amid transitions in England.
A pretty wedding took place Sunday at the home of the bride’s parents in Pleasant Valley. Miss Grace Cornwell married Geo Miller in a ceremony by Rev. C A Snyder. A splendid repast followed as relatives and friends gathered. The groom, son of Andy and Mrs Miller of Cove Run, is a leading local farmer. They will reside at Cove Run.
Hon L J Forman of Petersburg Grant county a native of Preston born January 7 1856 raised on a farm educated in state public schools and at National University Lebanon Ohio served 16 years as Grant county prosecuting attorney now in his second term as State Senator and elected Senate president he seeks the Congress nomination in a vigorous campaign against Hon George C Sturgiss in the Second district.
Senator N B Scott led a major bill creating a federal bureau of mines under the Interior Department. Support from J P Dolliver emphasized safety and regional mining concerns, noting Iowa coal production and recent disasters. A telegram from State Geologist I C White praised Scott's efforts and leadership.
After Saturdays game between Grafton and Clarksburg at Fetterman field, John Be Guth offers Jackson a free barbering season ticket for a home run, and M J Pearlman provides a $3 lunch ticket for the next home run. Merchants urge more prizes for steals and hits to spur consistent effort.
The Pittsburg dispatches say Andrew Carnegie, gravely ill, may keep the 10 million promised to the city and raise the farm gift price to 860000, stirring debate over wealth and philanthropy. The piece notes Taft's visit, Carnegie Institute ceremonies, and the city’s real estate boom implications. It contrasts Carnegie’s plans with a public need for the institute, urging better use of wealth and examining motives behind philanthropy. It also briefly touches on 1912 Democratic prospects and lingering political forecasts.
Wagers for the Independence Day bout are set to reach hundreds of thousands as bettors and stakeholders anticipate a historic fight. Johnson and Jeffries draw global interest with divergent opinions on the winner, backed by famous names on both sides and talk of record betting.
Jenkins & Co advertises 500 blooming rose bushes for sale at 6 cents each with all colors. The note mentions weather conditions and a vacation hint. Secretaries Wilson and the Farmers Congress are referenced, noting Wilson’s preference to stay in Washington while politicians push a farm return.
Mr Harry Guseman and family reside this summer at Clifton one mile east of the city in a pleasant suburban home they will occupy until late October. Mrs Myrtle Lewellen, daughter, will fill her position at the bookstore upon their return to Washington Street.
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