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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1915

Page

2

Red headed turn of fortune for Dublin grocer

In Dublin Texas Mack Stewart a 26 year old grocer awoke from a vivid dream about a railway accident and woke with his jet black hair changed to auburn. Physicians who examined him reported none of the usual causes and noted such a change is unprecedented though hair may eventually whiten.

Dublin Tex Mack Stewart Stewart Chambers Sregke County and Frisco Central Medical Association

Americans Rescued Near Guaymas Under Yaqui Threat

Admiral Howard reports 50 to 60 Americans in danger in the Mexican interior about 45 miles from Treymios on the west coast have been brought to safety. Indians killed three and wounded others. Raleigh and New Orleans cruisers are near Taburi bay and Guaymas respectively. Americans have moved to a railway town by Guaymas and are considered safe with no expected further danger.

Washington,d.c Howard Navy Department Alexico Treymios State Department Raleigh Taburi Bay New Orleans Guaymas Admiral Howard

Decoration Day in Grafton National Cemetery Memorial Event Appeal

Citizens of Grafton are urged to support Memorial Day observances at the national cemetery on May 31. The local Grand Army of the Republic asks residents to donate funds or attend the ceremony to honor Civil War heroes and ensure a solemn, impressive commemoration.

Grafton National Cemetery Grand Army of the Republic Grafton West Virginia National Cemetery G. A. R. Committee Shem Citizens of the National Cemetery

Dopey Benny tells of terror gang extortion murders

The testimony recounts a vast extortion ring tied to labor unions, detailing beatings and torture such as ears cut off and eyes gouged as Dopey Benny, aka Fein, describes his rise from a petty thief to a gang overlord, recruiting men and women to enforce control across East Side unions and garment workers.

Benny Rom Meim Meese York Fels East Side Perkins Dopey Benny Fein Harris Lie Erul Hix Big Jack Zelig Jack Ride Bechime Hiay Iate Breckinridge

Peruvian Labor Disruptions Through Strikebreaking Histories

A historical account details a labor conflict featuring women assigned to picket duty with concealed lead umbrellas, violent acts against workers, and varied pay. The narrator claims substantial payoffs from strikes, including a Brooklyn assignment, weaponized incidents, and a five year prison sentence later reversed.

Father killed in Washington murder near Marianna

M Cohen a 55 year old East Marianna merchant was shot dead and son Moses 23 wounded by six armed men in the Cohensname last night. Samuel 19, another son, hid upstairs then found the father dead and two additional assailants fled. Four armed men exited as Samuel entered the dining room. Three bullets were found in the elder Cohen. Sheriff Sutton and state troopers hunt the attackers. motive unknown.

Washington M. Cohen East Marianna Moses Cohen Samuel Cohen Moses Samuel Cohen RG. Sutton State Stabulary

State moves to pay cattle destruction claims over foot and mouth disease

Harrisburg Pa May 17 Immediate steps will be taken by the State Live Stock Sanitary Board to pay claims for destruction of cattle and property due to foot and mouth disease from the 125000 head in the bill approved by the governor. Half a million was paid earlier this year and only a comparatively small sum will be needed in the general appropriations.

Harrisburg State Live Stock Sanitary Board

Stallion Service Offered at Latrobe Street and Woodyard Place

A heavy bay stallion stands at the office livery table on Latrobe Street Rafton every Saturday throughout the season. Other days he is at Woodyard Place above Gratton Park I lt Bt w. Leroy Woodyard. A militant torpedo note appears unrelated to the service.

Latrobe Street Rafton Old Woodyard Place Gratton Park

Appetizers prove harmful to digestion say New York study

A New York Times report on a Flower Hospital study states that meals served with alcoholic appetizers impair digestion. Group one ate without alcohol, group two with cocktails, gin fizz and similar drinks. Digestive juices failed to act on chemical elements in the second group, indicating devitalizing effects of alcohol on digestion and mental function.

Land of Flower Hospital New York City New York Times

Abstinence Demanded by Milton and Partners

Several manufacturers including Milton Manufacturing, American Car and Foundry, and J. Shimer & Sons of Milton Pennsylvania issue orders requiring employees to abstain from liquor and refuse liquor license petitions. About thirty workers were fired by American Car and Foundry for signing liquor license applications. They argue liquor risks both individual and community safety and that employers must protect themselves as well as workers.

Milton Manufacturing Company American Car & Foundry Company J. Shimer & Sons Milton Pennsylvania George S. Shimer

Regulations authorize national forest term permits for recreation

Washington May 7 regulations set by the agriculture secretary allow leases of national forest land for summer homes and other recreation for periods up to thirty years. permits emphasize non revenue goals yet require reimbursements for administration. authorities outline rates plans qualifications and restrictions including location limits and prohibitions on monopolies and lands needed for public use.

Secreta Wasiington Secretary of Agriculture Washington Forest Service Department of Agriculture

Miss Lilly Mouser Wins Cabinet Offered by Home Furniture

Saturday marked the contest end for a kitchen cabinet prize from the Home Furniture Company. Miss Lilly Mouser of 131 West Zook Sarees won with 6,300 votes, beating several close rivals and earning congratulatory note for her victory.

Miss Lilly Mouser THE Home Furniture Company Lilly Mouser West Zook Sarees Miss Mouser

Sunday School Attendance Report May 16 1915

St Pauls M E B Sunday school reports show attendance for this Sunday and the same Sunday last year with an unspecified percentage increase. The item notes church activity and compares current participation to the prior year.

St. Paul's M. EB

Girl Missing in Barnesville A 17-Year-Old Vanishes

Miss Minnie Cowrim aged 17, daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Cowrim of Wien Street Barnesville, has been missing since Saturday morning. She left a note to her mother saying she was going alone. Police notified and telegraphed nearby cities but no trace found. Reports say a young married man has been seen with her and is away from home, though he denies involvement. Authorities continue searches as family aids in locating her.

Barnesville Ohio Minnie Cowrim Charles Cowrim Wien Street West Main Street Newcomerstown Sla

Attendance Declines at Sunday School in Paterson

May 17 Paterson New Jersey report shows lower Sunday school attendance across multiple classes including United Brethren and King’s Daughters. Attendance dropped from last year’s levels, prompting calls for increased effort this summer to keep enrollments steady and bolster participation.

Paterson N. J United Brethren King's Daughters Inunday Baracca Bible Philathea Bible

Work Begins on Extract Plant at Richwood West Virginia

May 17 Richwood West Virginia workers started last week on the H W F P Moser and Company extract plant to manufacture leather tanning extracts. The facility will employ over 200 men and be completed in about 90 days. The company has purchased all chestnut timber on Ganley Coal and Land Co holdings totaling about 190 068 acres.

Richwood W. Va H- W. FP Moser & Company Ganley Coal & Land Co

Girl Planned to Enter University at Ten Years Old

Ottumwa girl Helen Bradjoe, ten, announced plans to enter the Iowa University in September. The precocious student, reputed as a standout mathematician among her peers, is hailed as the state’s gifted child.

Helen Brad Joe Ottumwa Towa

Schwab Gets Rifle Contract In Paris Report

Paris May 17 It is understood that Charles Schwab has received promises from French arms makers likely to benefit his small arms company. Italy again decides for war as ships prepare to sail. The report notes plans for prayers and national duties at home.

Paris Charles Schwab Haa Aoicies Egameeh Smath Arms Chad Behishem Company Facture Gesa

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