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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1933

Page

2

Radio Schedule Highlights From NBC WEAF CBS and More

The listing outlines radio programs and times across NBC WEAF NBC WABC and NBC WJZ networks with multiple shows including orchestras, talk, sketches, operatic and comedic features, and notable performers such as Marjorie Horton Joe White Winnie the Pooh Betty Barthel Duke Ellington and Ted Black. The schedule spans 3:00 PM to midnight with diverse entertainment including news and music across stations.

Nbc-Weaf Marjorie Horton Joe White Rollickers Quartet Arlene Jackson Paul Wing Meyer Davis Orchestra Will Cuppy Burton Holmes

Receivership Filed for Guaranty Investment Co of Charleston

Charleston May 19 An application for receivership for the Guaranty Investment Company of Charleston headed by Edgar C Lawson former state auditor was filed in Kanawha County circuit court by the Peoples Exchange Bank of Charleston a creditor Lawson could not be reached for a statement Edgar B Sims present auditor said his office had been investigating affairs of the company for several weeks and on May 11 had given it order to suspend business

Charleston Guaranty Investment Company of Charleston Edgar C. Lawson Kanawha County Peoples' Exchange Bank of Charleston Lawson Edgar B. Sims

Financial disclosures and garden lessons from a family vignette

Sims cited securities totaling 290000 with 383457 in outstanding cash surrender values and noted a state law requiring 100000 more posting. An investigation into alleged excessive loans by the investment company was also mentioned, while a separate reminiscence described a child attempting to sail a flat bottom boat and a girl learning through planting mistakes in a shaded north yard.

Sims

Model of the Moment Sleeveless Cape Coat in Velvet

The sleeveless wine red velveteen cape coat features an adjustable waist and pairs with print dresses for casual evenings. A synthetic straw paper bag crown hat completes the look, highlighting the summer millinery trend toward fabric and straw combinations and varied hat crowns.

Encouraging Initiative in Children at Home

The text advises fostering initiative by listening to children's ideas for home tasks and ventures. It urges permitting practical attempts like dishwashing, cleaning, or cooking sauce, avoiding criticism if imperfect, and providing materials to start experiments or collections as interests grow and prove lasting.

Junior

Flemington district hires teachers for 1933 34

The board of education selects teachers for Flemington district for 1933 34 listing principals, coaches, and staff across Flemington high school central school and other campuses. Five new teachers join this year, the only staff changes from last year. Byron Ross presides with J D Knight and Wade Drainer as commissioners.

Flemington Board of Education Flemington District L. W. Talbott Forrest G. Clark Henrietta Martin Robert Johnson Laura Craig Central School Beatrice Tucker Leone Bailey Evelyn Springer College Hill B. H. Bolte Lulu Chenoweth Virginia Wolfe Erval Runegan Astor Pauline Benda Aay Sa Cather Dennis Poole Robison Bernice Tucker Rosemont Farrel Yates Daisy Jones Frances Daugherty Retha Gould Audra Burbridge Bessie Knight Byron Ross J. D. Knight Wade Drainer

Roosevelt Urges Tax Support At Opening Hearing

At the opening hearing on the bill the discussion centered on a $220,000,000 tax need. Roosevelt explained the raise was essential since most public works would not self liquidate and bonds require guaranteed interest and amortization. Attorney Donald Richberg accompanied the discussion.

Donald BR. Richberg

Douglas outlines three billion dollar federal program

Douglas told the Ways and Means Committee the government would issue about 3.3 billion dollars in bonds to finance a broad program of public works and industrial controls. He proposed four tax plans and a general manufacturers levy to raise revenue, with potential beer and liquor tax adjustments and questions on a tea and coffee levy amid tariff concerns. Doughton set hearings to end Saturday and aim for House action by Tuesday.

Douglas Wagner Doughton N. C Ways and Means Committee House Arizona Roosevelt Treasury Gene Ragan D-Ark

Anti-Saloon League Founder Fiercely Having Fight Near 40th Birthday

Oberlin Ohio May 19 Dr Howard Hyde Russell organizer and longtime anti liquor campaigner speaks at First Congregational church as the Anti-Saloon League nears its 40th anniversary. He recalls tough early years 1893 panic and the discovery of Wayne Wheeler shaping a powerful national movement for Prohibition while urging youth enlistment through the Olympians pledge program.

Anti-Saloon League Oberlin First Congregational Church Howard Hyde Russell Russell League Wayne Wheeler Wayne B. Whi Wheeler Myron T. Hertick Ohio Westerville

Minor cases continued with demurrer and appeals

The court continued minor cases from page one with a demurrer filed in the Loan Company matter. Daisy L. Poe answered an amended bill in Terring W. Heli Onimus v Poe et al. Grafton Feed and Storage Co. v Goodwin and Maryland Casualty Co. saw a dismissal for lack of jurisdiction and for failure to file proof of claim within a year. Minor motions were heard and adjournment set for 2 pm. Mrs. Hattie Whitiscarver's divorce suit against Charles C. Whitiscarver was heard that afternoon.

Hattie Whitescarver Charles C. Whitescarver

Replacing Bible Heroes With Pagan Gods in Propaganda Feature

An illustrated feature in The American Weekly describes a startling proposal by the Hitlerite government. The piece argues the regime seeks to replace Bible heroes with pagan gods as part of its indoctrination efforts. The magazine is distributed with the Baltimore American for Sunday circulation.

American Weekly Baltimore American

Briton expedition fails to summit Everest ascent

London dispatch says Hugh Ruttledge led British expedition fails in first attempt to reach Everest summit. The party set camp at 27,000 feet and pressed toward the 29,000 foot peak before nightfall, with return to camp critical as night in the snows could be fatal. Unclear outcome of the attempt.

London Daily Mail Kilimpont North Bengal India Hugh Ruttledge Mount Everest

Bear Thief Mystery Ends With Zoo Sale

In Puddle Muddle Willy Nilly accuses two chained bears Jelly and Honey of stealing lambs. Teen farmer doubts the count, loses another lamb, and plans to sell the bears to a zoo, ending the small town tension as Tomorrow Detective Top Notch arrives.

Willy Nilly Jelly Bear Honey Bear Eel Willy Nilly Puddle Muddle

Puffy and Fluffy Camp In The Rainy Night

Puffy and Fluffy stop for the night and set up camp as rain begins. Fluffy fears wet fur while Puff offers closeness to stay warm and calm through the downpour.

Fluffy

800 Tons Of Coal Sink With Barges Sunk In Lock

Charleroi Pa May 19 A steel barge loaded with 800 tons of coal sank after ramming Lock No 4. The loss was estimated at 300000. The barge was towed by the steamer Titan of the Vesta Coal Company. Captain Henry Seidel maneuvered the craft away from the walls to avoid blocking traffic.

Charleroi Titan Vesta Goal Company Henry Seidel

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