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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1933

Page

6

Flooding Strains Travel as River Crests Close Roads

Travelers recount perilous detours around Weston and Buckhannon creek floods. A car plunged through water two miles from Buckhannon, drenching the vehicle and nearly stalling the engine. Rescue efforts noted one man wrecked at noon.

Weston Buckhannon Buckhannon Mountain Buck Hhannon Philippi

County Unit Put To Voters At June Special Election

Charleston May 12 The house refused to approve a referendum on Governor Kump’s county school unit plan to abolish magisterial and independent districts and centralize administration. Changes include allowing current county superintendents to finish terms and a nine month school term if funds allow. The five member county board will have limited residence from districts. Norton defends unit while De Gruyter argues it is undemocratic to abolish districts without consent.

Norton Beacom Cabell Senate House Joint Conference Committee Charleston Kump Hill Pocahontas W. W. Trent House Education Committee County Board of Education de Gruyter D. Ka‘jawha D. Cabell

United States Urges Speedy Action On Critical Matter

Authorities press for rapid action amid rising tensions and uncertain outcomes. Officials emphasize swift decisions to avert disruption and safeguard national interests across multiple sectors and allies.

Joan Crawford Seeks Divorce From Douglas Fairbanks Jr

Los Angeles May 12 report says actress Joan Crawford testified about jealousy and suspicion by Douglas Fairbanks Jr as she sought a divorce. The court hearing featured her statements on marital tensions and alleged conduct.

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