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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1925

Page

4

France's Caillaux outlines three step financial plan

An Associated Press dispatch notes Caillaux proposing a permanent balanced budget as the first step to stabilize France's finances. He hints at higher taxes and reduced armament spending as likely elements, with aim to restore credit with Anglo-Saxon allies and the British pound at par. The plan seeks to reassure creditors and revive confidence in France's economic footing.

France Nance Caillaux England America Great Britain Bali

Memorial Service Honors Deceased B O Veterans and Auxiliary

The B and O Veterans and Latics of The Auxiliary held their annual memorial at Moose Home, with Speaker O E Wyckoff and Rev P Theodore Grickenberger among participants. The roll of deceased members was read, led by Thomas M Beall, with musical selections by the Hayes orchestra and a benediction by Rev Snodgrass.

B. & O. Veterans and Latics Auxiliary Hold Moose Home Grafton Division Baltimore and Ohio Veterans’ Division Veterans, Association Ladies Auxiliary Mary Rena Primm Rey Snodgrass Association James Flanagan John H. Bennett Robert Anderson James W.grinnan John M. Cavell Patric J. Pahey Patrick J.dge Samuel

Chamber of Commerce opposes suit against local traction firm

The Grafton Chamber of Commerce denounces the county court suit against the Tygarts Valley Traction Company to compel payment for tracks. It argues the company is a public investment owned by local taxpayers and a court ruling in favor of the plaintiff would impose and disrupt local business. The stance was voiced at the monthly meeting last night.

Grafton Chamber of Commercias Tygarts Valley Traction Company Champer of Commerce Committee Chamber of Commerce

Tax Reform Urgently Demanded By Nation

The piece urges strong leadership on tax reform and rejects silent policy by officials. It cites Senator Edge and Secretary Mellon, discusses proposals from Congress and the administration, and argues for informed, meaningful reductions in high income taxes and reform of war and inheritance taxes to boost revenue and employment.

Treasury Department Congress Edge At New Jersey Mellon Nut Jackson Miss Tac Glass

Parl Young Injured by Gun Accident At City Hospital

A nurse at City Hospital reports Parl Young is likely to recover after a gun he possessed discharged, injuring him days ago. The incident occurred when the firearm accidentally went off.

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Wreck Victims Show Signs of Recovery on Webster Road

City Hospital reports Charles Gowdy eighty five admitted Sunday afternoon after an automobile wreck on Webster road is much improved. He rested well through the night and day and is expected to stay about a week due to weakened condition. Dr and Mrs Potts also improved and not considered as seriously affected.

Charles Gowdy Webster Road Gowdy H. L. Potts Maple Avenue

Salvation Army Helps Deserted Family in Grafton Campaign

The Salvation Army reports aiding a deserted wife and children in Grafton. Officers provided food, clothing, and support while seeking permanent relief. The campaign seeks $2700 to fund religious and relief work for the city's needy and asks for local donations.

Salvation Army Yaya Os Unds Soma Times Childern Grafton

Salvation Army drives Graf ton support with 2200 aided

Bartlett chairs a broad fundraising drive in Grafton to fund a year of Salvation Army aid. C W Steel of First National Bank serves as treasurer and contributions can be left at the bank or mailed to Captain C Miller in Bos 29. Citizens are urged to help.

Salvation Army Grafton Bartlett C. W. Steel First National Bank Capt. C. Miller Bos

Cooper's Kleenatab and local visits clutter Grafton page

Local notices list visits from Cameron and Baltimore to Morgantown and Grafton, with funeral travels from Oakland to Cameron, plus general city business. Mentions include Walter Ball returning home, Mrs. James Shutter and children visiting Morgantown, and Theodore L. Currey in Simpson as a business visitor. Also repeats Cooper's Kleenatab advertising and Baggage Coach records at Frederick's with minor clerical chatter.

Cooper Enam Ware Jorgen Charles Johnson Cameron Oakland Walter Ball New Martinsville Aft Morgan K. V. Williamson Huntington Howard M. Gore Paul Williamson Fairmont HE. Williamson Frederick's James ¥. Shutter Jeanne James H. Giley Morgantown Madge Newton Brydon Prederick W. A. Shaffer Rowlesburg Grafton J. W. Brown Smart Martha Jane Clyde Lake Bog. Watt Clarksburg EN. Rector Prantytown Janes Whites Arver Pruntyiows Gratton Cooper's Kleenatab Theodore L. Currey Simpson

The Bravest Battle Reimagined in Quiet Heroism

A poem honors mothers as the bravest battle, fought not with guns but in a woman's heart from babyhood to the grave. The feature blends reverent verse with local notes on residents and events from Grafton, including hospital recoveries, social club gatherings, and weddings reflecting 1925 community life.

Nomie Fuvea to Perform with Walter Martin Shows

Mlle Nomie Fuvea, a fearless animal trainer, appears with the Walter Martin Shows in Graf ton on Saturday, May win.

Mlle Nomie Fuvea Walter Matn

Banquet Plans for Charleston Chamber Members Tour West Virginia

Arrangements were made today for a banquet to direct members of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce as they tour West Virginia fields. The group will dine at the Bik a club and will be greeted by the Charleston phony orchestra at the city hall audit. The delegation will arrive in Kenova and proceed to Parkersburg and Clarksburg tonight.ৰ্ব

Gratton Quota Club Anna Hellin James B. Moran Florence Wilkinson Anna Shuttlesworth T.am. Grifith Kate Thayer Lawson Starcher G. Wesley Evans Miss Wells Joseph Robinson Guy Ringler Hazel Shuttlesworth Pittshaven Anna C. Noble Clarksburg T Vrameh West Virginia Business College The Business College T. B. Cain Carmichael Hattie Stiley Mattie Jaco R. C. McDade J. R. Riges W. R. Lear C. E. Hardman Pairmont Blanche Guard C. C. Spencer Huntington W. Va Chat Chamber Cammerce West Virginia Charleston Kenova Parkersboro Lffe

In Passing on Saintly Fortune and Obedience

Poem by W. W. McDaniel urges true virtue over wealth, obedience at home, and loyalty to parents. It warns against hollow claims of sainthood and explains that genuine behavior matters more than fortune or self praise. It ends with hopeful lines about weather clearing.

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