This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1933
Page
6
Koontz declares continued opposition to repeal of prohibition and urges statewide organization to mobilize voters for the June 27 1933 special election. He calls it a patriotic and Christian duty for citizens to participate and promote the movement.
General Sales discusses income tax exemptions and the potential sales tax as a revenue source for a three billion dollar construction program. Senator Robinson questions a sales levy while Chairman Harrison calls for an immediate revenue study. Officials consider raising income tax rates and adding special levies to meet a $220 million annual requirement for debt service and a sink fund.
Political clash over education boards and county unit power dominates a West Virginia scene. Holt warns the plan could topple conservative Democrats and centralize authority, while Lubliner and Rairden challenge the measure as government overreach and a political trap.
The house debated a county unit plan with strong party lines. Delegates warned the plan would destroy school funding and favor Democratic county boards, while supporters argued it was essential for West Virginia schools. A road bill creating a one man road commission passed 62 to 22, with compromise on county road supervision to follow. The senate approved related measures and a joint session heard Congressman John Kee deliver a Mothers Day address.
Rome May 16 Archbish op Amleto Cicognani moves to the United States to assume the post as apostolic delegate in Washington He is an expert in canon law focusing on Eastern Churches He has worked on codifying their laws and has visited the US twice previously The coat of arms and motto named accompany his profile and his prior role as sessor of the consistorial congregation are noted
The court confirmed Joner Harry Friedman in the S H Sommerville vs the estate of B F McVicker case and denied reopening. Bennet claim for 85 was rejected while Prosecutor Holt was told to pursue adjusted Beier costs. Election officers list for June 27 primary revised with substitutes named where ineligible, and Harrison county join for Gladys Taylor committee.
Tulsa reports a weekly rise in U S crude oil production reaching 2,584,184 barrels per day, up 81,645 barrels from last week. Eastern fields contributed about 197,000 barrels daily, boosting overall output.
Roosevelt’s early morning direct message to 54 world leaders, including Russia, sparks debate on recognizing the Soviet government. The house of Congress reacts with widespread support for his arms and economic proposals while delaying other legislation.
Tomorrow evening at 6 o'clock the First Baptist church hosts a lunch conference for Sunday school officers teachers and workers. Miss Erna Wells state director of children's work and Mrs Elizabeth Finn vocational school director for the American Baptist Publication society will discuss religious education. The Sunday School seeks renewed activity and full staff attendance. At 8 o'clock Mrs W S Lincoln field representative of the Northern Baptist convention board of missionary cooperation will give an address in the church auditorium.
Charleston May 16 The house judiciary committee recommended for passage a bill allowing cities to charge fees for the use of sewage disposal lines. The measure is among municipal league bills to replace revenue lost under the levy limitation amendment. The bill grants cities comprehensive power to fix fees with no set limit.
Mayor A N Stewart announces election for mayor recorder and five councilmen at the Flemington mayor's office on June 6. Commissioners appointed for the election are Tra Marks Charles Stewart Francis Sturms and G M Yates. The current mayor has served eight years in office.
Captain Ww. 4. Arnold says the Red Cross flour distribution ends as wheat supply is exhausted. He notes fourteen carloads of flour were received over six months and given to needy families, with no additional aid planned unless plans change.
Captain W H Arnold in charge of R F C offices says Taylor county has applied for a fifth R F C loan to cover June welfare work but approval is uncertain. Garden projects are delayed by rain with 1500 garden seed packages and fertilizers distributed, while forest work workers await word on examinations. New York stocks rise modestly after a choppy opening.
Five classes of eighth grade girls completed a 16 lesson childcare course under school nurse Miss Edna Ray Mason. The program, blending play with real child care tasks, awarded certificates and notebooks evaluated by the State Health Commissioner. Participants from First Ward, East Grafton, Central, West Grafton, Harrison, and Flayville are listed with mentors and schools.
Milwaukee dispatch reports National Guard cavalry and civilian deputies routed milk strike pickets at Shawano Wisconsin. About 200 strikers dispersed east of Shawano after two clashes. they later moved toward Bonduel where a tear gas encounter occurred. Adjutant General Gemmel said mobile forces were ready to shift quickly to trouble spots.
Friends in Orlando mourn the sudden death of Anna Switzer Curtis at her home on South Rosalind Avenue after a two day illness from acute causes. Mrs Curtis, active in church and civic work, organized the Progressive Class at First Methodist and taught there since. Her husband F A Curtis died 11 years ago. She is survived by three sisters and one brother, all of Orlando, with friends in Weston Buckhannon Clarksburg and Fairmont also grieving.
Wyoming precinct conventions report a strong lead for repeal of the 18th amendment with 134 delegates pro repeal and 11 for retention. In 91 precincts, wet results outpace dry nearly six to one, Sheridan county reporting 72 repeal delegates. Wyoming becomes the fourth state to ratify, with New Jersey yet to vote.
Notice states E. F. Clark appointed as agent for the sale of Edison Mazda lamps in Grafton West Virginia and holds a complete stock on consignment for Fairmont Supply Company Fairmont West Virginia.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.