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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1930
Page
3
Paris in sunshine welcomed 233 visiting Gold Star Mothers arriving yesterday. The six thousand who came to honor sons lost in the World War toured nearby streets and rested at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier before today’s ceremony.
Lowell Dutton of Bellflower Missouri killed his wife Nellie 21 then attacked her mother Mrs Frank Campbell with an iron pipe. He leaped from a bridge into the Missouri river dying. Nellie died after premature birth of a baby boy. Mrs Campbell gravely injured. Gourin blamed others for his estrangement from his wife.
Two University of Pennsylvania freshman lacrosse players died and three were seriously injured in a car crash near Wawa, Dear here. The deceased were Morris Wolk of Pittsburgh and Donald Iiss of Washington, D. C., both substitutes on the freshman lacrosse team, who were bound for Severn School in Annapolis, Md., for a game. the regular team had traveled by train.
New York reports a clearing house statement dated May 17 showing exchanges totaling 1.118 trillion dollars with balances of 149 million. Weekly exchanges reach 6.694 billion with balances around 1.002 billion.
Coral Parrish Montgomery, society editor, reports social activities. Readers urged to telephone items by 11 am to ensure inclusion.
The Grafton High Junior Class hosted the Senior Class at the Moose Home last evening from 8 to 9 pm with a grand march, dancing until 12:20, and music by Jack Stryter's Melody Boys. Decor featured spring blossoms, pink and green crepe paper, and a ceiling dome shaped as a bell. About 100 guests attended. Margaret Hoffman presided, with Jim Stafford, William Flanagan, and others assisting.
A light primary vote scene in Oregon contrasts with a birthday party for Bernard and Margaret Wittman. The evening featured games and refreshments, guests listed, and an Eastern Star reception in Philippi with a five piece orchestra and numerous attendees.
Dallas May 17 A rift in the temperance committee of the Quadrennial Methodist Episcopal Church South gathered during the convention led by Josephus Daniels former secretary of the navy. Disagreement centers on the committee report on liquor written largely by Daniels and Bishop Cannon Jr. Some members expect Daniels to back a minority report proposed by George Jones of Georgia. Cannon faces prior accusations over stock market dealings and may be drawn further into the controversy.
The article mentions Edward F. Bailey pursuing vindication in a political race and notes Miss Baker's death near Arlington National Cemetery on April 11. It also records Senator C. L. McNary and Elton Watkins winning nominations for their respective parties in the U S Senate race.
On May 17 in Oslo Norwegians marked independence day with usual celebration yet a hush fell as the nation paid final respects to Dr. Mridtjat. The event reflected both national pride and somber remembrance in the capital.
In Boston on May 17, the cruiser service ship Northampton entered commission as part of a ceremony that blended celebration of U S 8 and liberty day with grief for the passing of a renowned explorer and philanthropist. The vessel, the third of her world class, marks a notable moment for Norway's proud maritime legacy and the ongoing peace effort led by a famed public worker.
Call issued for a special Salvation Army advisory board meeting Monday at 4 o clock. Captain Arnold announces important topics including the drive for a Salvation Army fresh air camp. All board members urged to attend.
Paris May 17 Foreign Minister Aristide Briand made public his questionnaire to 26 European powers seeking a union of commercial interests. A memorandum, urging a general pact to affirm moral union, accompanied the release. The questionnaire had been sent to concerned counts, the United States, and other non signatory nations.
Washington May 17 The latest clues in the search for Mary Baker slayer tangled as Harold Brewster an army private denied killing the girl. Brewster was held for questioning after associates said he claimed involvement, but his statements grew contradictory.
Washington May 17 Opposition to immediate Philippine independence was expressed today by Secretary Hurley in a letter and by Senate Territories Committee Chairman Bingham. Hurley said granting complete independence at this time would be disastrous to the ultimate interests of both the Filipino and American people.
Governor Dan Moody issued a formal statement denying he ordered Ranger Captain Frank Hamer of Sherman, Texas, to withhold fire in the Rangers’ actions related to a shooting that led to the death of George Hugh Nero. The Associated Press reported a telegram quoting the governor to hold fire, then quoted Moody denying it and stating the need for clarification.
W V Ripley May 17. Kerwood, a retired merchant and leading Ripley citizen, was killed when struck by a falling beam while observing workers drilling a water well near West Ripley. His skull was fractured in the accident.
A scanned lunch menu and recipe snippets list scalloped tomatoes fruit salad and cheese dressing, plus appetizing courses from a junior senior banquet. It includes bake times, ingredients like tomatoes cracker crumbs butter and spices, fruit combinations, cheese crumbles, and a variety of desserts and beverages.
In 15 County workers finish a weekend road project stretching through several towns. Crews lay crushed stone as part of a county road repair effort to improve travel routes and safety for residents and travelers. Name and exact locations are unclear due to fragmentary OCR text.
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