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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1936
Page
4
The fragment hints at a serialized story with Thora Dahl facing discomfort from Alec Bab bas and an implied confrontation. A dinner table scene, Thora defending herself, and looming consequences unfold as Thora plans to avoid incidents. The excerpt ends with Babbas’ misdeed and Thora’s resolve.
A New York gourmets society held a formal dinner with strict rules. Diners were punctual, napkins tucked under chins, conversations banned, and smoking delayed until dessert. Wines removed after each course to preserve taste, menu included sorrel soup, celery, olives, lamb, potatoes, asparagus, salad, ice cream, coffee, and cigars.
The Wheeling Intelligencer notes J Edgar Hoover praised for crime busting, yet he reportedly said politicians are scum. The piece argues public life includes honest, patriotic figures and urges encouragement of such people rather than labeling all politicians as scum.
The Wheeling News-Register discusses converting speed readings from miles per hour to feet per second to improve driver discretion. It argues that 50 mph equals 73 fps and that drivers lose sight of road detail during three seconds of reaction, suggesting fps readouts would better convey stopping distances and danger, aiding public safety.
A Morgantown Post column notes Van Bittner failed to mobilize voters as his gubernatorial candidate drew only about a quarter of Democratic primary votes. The piece laments the muting of his campaign rhetoric after election returns and asks where the support has gone.
Washington talk ties Roosevelt victory to scrapping emergency programs and shrinking relief offices. Ickes PWA staff cuts spark alarm as 9,000 workers fear losses. Hopkins WPA funding remains debated amid looming reductions. Activists push lawmakers for protection while debates echo through the capital.
The passage questions organized labor's surrender of voting power to Bittner and reveals a split outcome as miners and other unions failed to fully back his candidate Vin. It notes West Virginia workers' stubborn independence and mentions Ross and Krone pleading not guilty before Judge Morris Koenig.
Detectives pursued a lead after Pi latsky described yesterday afternoon and Krone's photo was shown to a key witness who said she thought she recognized him. The fragment indicates ongoing questioning and an identification attempt as part of the inquiry.
Century Youth star Buddy Martin took the Philippi sub-county marble title on Saturday and earns a spot in the district meet at Buckhannon next Saturday. Calvin Nestor and Joseph Zacavish also claimed regional wins. The Belington sub-county winner’s net has yet to be announced. Gas company official J W Reeser dies in Huntington after a long illness.
48000 workers of the Great Mexican National railways walked out seeking higher wages but the strike collapsed after President Lazaro Cardenas denounced it as unjust and non-existent. He appealed personally while the government warned workers to return within 24 hours or lose labor rights and allow new hires. Military and interior departments ensured enforcement across zones.
Spectators fled as 42 performing elephants were herded off the ring after a sudden storm struck the tent. The band kept playing and order was restored, allowing Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey to continue the performance.
The article notes Landon continuing a page one discussion about the surplus of prophets of the era. He criticizes a preacher who claimed millions of Americans alive now will never be self supporting, reflecting concerns about economic and religious forecasts.
Central Press writer E V Shepard discusses two bizarre bridge hands from recent rubber and duplicate games. The detailed bidding and play illustrate extreme fragility and high-swing potential, with kibitzers flocking to watch.
In Washington County Pennsylvania Robert Dreamer faced closing in his trial for assault and murder of 17 year old Thelma Young in 1927. Defense rested after Dreamer testified about an alleged confession. The case now hinges on rebuttal testimony from Dr. G W Ramsey and Dreamer’s final remarks.
New York May 19 three patrolmen were beaten during a protest over Ethiopia. A negro was shot in Harlem as crowds hurled stones from rooftops and mounted police tried to disperse them. An overcoat button traced to a Dreamer was found by police. A railroad worker said a policeman punched him in the stomach and head. Charleston May 19 doctors said infant William Kennedy died after choking on a bean.
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