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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1930

Page

2

Magic Clock Guides Sky Sightseeing Adventure

The Little Black Clock uses time magic to speed ahead for a sleep filled journey. John and Peggy board an enormous sightseeing plane that flies above pink clouds and a gray cloud, as a map narrator points out sights and explains the earthly tradition of tobacco in Spain linked to explorer Rodrigo de Jerez.

John Peggy Spain Rodrigo de Jerez Ayamonte America Columbus

Lawyer Leads War On Gangs in New York Racket

Roesalie Loew Whitney, a lawyer active in civic and political circles, takes a hard line against a Brooklyn racket tied to illicit business. The Associated Press photo caption notes her leadership role in the anti gang drive.

Associated Press Roesalie Loew Whitney Civic Papkolican Brooyn N. Y

Radio Program Monday May 12 Schedule Across Networks

Eastern time listings for WEAF WABC WIZ WBAI WOR WGY WBZ WLR Cincinnati WJR WSR and more feature Rosalie Wolfe Evangeline Adams Lombardo's Orchestra Amos n Andy and varied programs with concerts news and entertainment across stations from New York to Atlanta and Detroit in a detailed afternoon to late evening timetable.

Auidelated Press WABC New York Evangeline Adams Leviton Ensemble Couriers Paris Lombardo's Jesse Crawford Observer Specht Osborn

Rheumatism Gets a Knockout Blow

A Charleston resident reports relief from long standing rheumatism after using Orange Brand Tonic and Nuggets from Grafton Drug and Chemical Company. He credits rapid improvement and complete freedom from rheumatism after eight bottles and Nuggets, urging others to seek treatment today.

Grafton Drug and Chemical Company

Evening radio schedule highlights and program links

A concise rundown of late afternoon to night radio listings across stations WHAS WJZ WEAF WIA WSM WEAP WEAT detailing features such as music orchestras chefs bands theater and news segments with times from 7:00 to 11:15 PM and including station movement between broadcasters in Louisville Nashville and other markets.

WHAS Louisville WEAF Garden WIA WJZ Jack Turner WSM Nashville WEAP Orchestra WEAT

Duchess Aims to Circle Globe in 30 Days Flight

London May 12 Captain 1C Barnard the pilot of the Duchess of Bedford's plane plans a 30 day around the world flight following her Cape Town and India trips. The project seeks a fast circumnavigation with a prominent royal backing.

Duchess Globe London D. Barnard Duchess of Bedford Capetown India

Broaddus Glee Club Features Tri-City Kiwanis Meeting

Broaddus College Glee Club hosted a tri city Kiwanis gathering in Philippi with Belington and Grafton clubs. W W Trent gave the Welcome, Arthur G Yates introduced dignitaries, and G Wesley Evans spoke. Banquet in the college dining hall featured music by the club members. Philippi invited a repeat event. Regular Belington club meeting set for Tuesday at Hotel Grafton.

Broadus College Glee Club Belington Grafton Kiwanis Philippi W. W. Trent Widdaus College Bachman Belington Kiwanta Arthur G. Yates G- Wesley Evans Kiwanis Broaddus College Broaddus Grafton

Dorsey Visits Local Resident Now From Pittsburgh

Dorsey Fast, formerly a city resident and now living in Pittsburgh, is in the area for a visit and plans a fishing trip nearby during his stay.

Dorsey Dorsey Past Pittsburgh

Memorial Day Observances Planned by Local Veterans Groups

Clarksburg and Kingwood veterans of foreign wars and the American Legion post announce a large Memorial Day program. Four bands and three drum and bugle corps are expected, with Governor Conley and about 300 Legion members in the parade. Schools, concerts, baseball camps, and park events will accompany the observance, climaxed by flag streaming and flower offerings.

Clarksburg Kingwood Gratton Conley American Legions Grafton Park Grafton Legion Mem

Local Bands and Drum Corps to Highlight Apple Blossom Parade

The Corbin Band of 40 musicians, Grafton Band, Grafton High School Band, Terras Alta High School Band top the program as the four bands. Drum and Bugle Corps include Taylor County Post, Kingwood Post, and Clarksboro Post, all highly rated in the state, adding strong attractions for visitors and residents.

Corbin

Brush Fire on West Main Street Prompts Fire Department Response

A brush fire on West Main Street Saturday afternoon required the fire department and the chemical apparatus. It burned in the rear of the M. L. Abbott store and threatened nearby residences, tying up traffic for about ten minutes.

West Main Street M. L. Abbott

Yachts Answer Challenge of Thomas Lipton

A Boston May 12 report notes four American yachts have answered Sir Thomas Lipton as he challenges for the America's Cup. Weetamoe Yankee Enterprise and Whirlwind launched in Boston and Bristol, with Shamrock V to be met in September at Newport. The Yankee is Boston owned. the others were built by New York syndicates.

Frances S. Hutchinson Philadelphia Kathérine K. Tod New York Charlotte Dorrance Cinnaminson Buckingham v London Charles G. Dawes Abova Center Court of St. James Boston Thomas Lipton Bristol R. T Boston Yard Enterprise Thomas Shamrock V. C. Newport Columbia Atlantic Sir Thomas Britain

Scotland's Highest Peak to be Sold at Auction

London May 12 The Duke of Montrose plans to auction off thousands of acres in Stirling and Lanark counties including much of the famed Ten Lomond peak renowned in lore. The sale, if carried out, would remove a major portion of Scotland's celebrated high ground.

London den Lopland Scotland Duke of Montrose Stirling Lanark Ten Lomond

Refunds Granted by Bureau of Revenue to West Virginia Firms

The internal revenue bureau announced refunds totaling 26,201 to Kantawha Glen Jean and Eastern Railroad Co. for overassessment of income and profit taxes in 1920 and 23,400 to Huntington Development and Gas Co. for overassessment of income taxes in 1921 1922 and 1923. Also noted is a remark on avant garde footwear including frog skin and baby shark leather, indicating high costs.

Washington Internal Revenue Bureau Today Kantawha, Glen Jean and Eastern Railroad Company Glen Jean W. Va Hunttington Development and Gas Company Huntington

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