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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1950

Page

4

Grafton Sentinel Historic Details and Subscription Rates

The Grafton Sentinel describes its origins as a weekly founded in 1870 and now a daily except Sunday since 1903 with staff including M B MacLeod and Eldora M Nuzum. It lists subscription rates: 30 cents per week by carrier, $9 year by mail, with higher rates for out of state, and notes Associated Press usage. It also provides address and press affiliations.

Grafton Publishing Company, Inc Latrobe Grafton W. Va Ballgeial Ephone Ee M. B. MacLeod Eldora M. Nuzum Virgina West Virginia

Meat as Medicine in Coronet's Medical Marvel

In Coronet's May issue J D Ratcliff asserts that meat and fish proteins, long viewed with suspicion, function as a medical marvel. He notes steaks and chops contain complete proteins rivaling miracle drugs, challenging traditional views on meat’s health value.

Coronet Magazine J.d.ratcliff

Dietary Revolution Promotes High Protein Benefits

The article argues proteins now reduce surgical and pregnancy risks and aid liver illness outcomes. It notes older beliefs urged protein avoidance for the elderly, but new research supports protein-rich diets for mental health and overall well-being, even endorsing eating steak.

Former Resident Ida Crickenberger Dies in Wheeling

Mrs Ida Crickenberger widow of the late Reverend D P Crickenberger and mother of Mrs R M Parrish died yesterday at 2 p m at the home of her daughter Mrs W B Stitt in Elm Grove Wheeling She was eighty one and had lived with her daughter for ten years Born in Giles county Newport Virginia January 13 1869 Surviving children include Harold P Crickenberger Dunbar Mrs L W Heinlein Fairmont Mrs R M Parrish Grafton Mrs W B Stitt Elm Grove Wheeling and Mrs W P Wilson Nitro West Virginia.

Ida Payne Crickenberger D. P. ,T. Crickenberger St. Paul's Lutheran Church R. M. Parrish W. B. Stitt Elm Grove Wheeling Giles County Newport Virginia E. F.payne Hattie Early Payne Harold P. Crickenberger Dunbar L. W. Heinlein Fairmont Grafton W. P. Wilson Nitro West

Taylor County race unsettled as candidates roll in

In Taylor County, no candidate has filed for the state legislature post as spring primary nears. W G Robey, retired railroad dispatcher and former secretary of the County Board of Trade, is the party’s unchallenged hopeful to date. The Sentinel invites candidates to share platforms and motivations. Johnny Wyrostek led the Reds in 1944 with a .358 mark, and Luke Sewell is the ninth ex catcher to manage the Reds.

Republican Party W. G. Robey Taylor County Board of Trade State Legislature W. Merle Bailey Whitescarver J. T. Whitescarver Taylor County West Virginia University Board of Education the Sentinel

Miss Mary Watkins Dies Yesterday

Miss Mary Martha Watkins, a long time resident of Grafton born in Monongalia county, died at 324 Pearl street at 9 15 a m yesterday. Daughter of George W Watkins and Zeilda Price Watkins she had been ill for a year and was a member of the First Baptist church.

Mary Martha Watkins Lawrence Sirsel Pearl Street Miss Watkins Monongalia County George W. Watkins Zeilda Price Watkins First Baptist Church Grafton

Candidate Continued From Page One Held by Nuzum

The article fragment references candidate coverage on page one, noting Jack R. Nuzum as the respondent or organizer associated with the race. Further details are not present in the excerpt. The piece implies ongoing coverage of an election or candidacy involving Nuzum.

Jack R. Nuzum

Murderer or Not Shayne Bets on Randolph

Detective Mike Shayne corners Randolph in a tense confrontation over the murder of Mrs. Dustin. Randolph admits fear and guilt as Shayne orders him to dress and accompany to his apartment for a final confrontation, with Miss Naylor and Dr. Price awaiting developments.

Shayne Lucy Randolph Tim Rourke Earl Randolph Re. Serman Shiyne Tom Miss Naylor Mike Shayne Blackie Qhitly Dr. Price Ed Gience Mim Naylor

The Rise of Martin Block and the Radio DJ Boom

The piece surveys how radio shapes youth ambitions from police work to law and especially disc jockey careers led by Martin Block. It notes Block’s long tenure at WNEW, his Make Believe Ballroom, rivalries with records, sponsors, and a music publishing side, highlighting his influence in popularizing swing to be bop and torch songs.

New York Bill Fallon Sam Leibowitz Dixie Oe Life Martin WNEW Bruno’ Hauptmann Lombardo St. Louis Block Walt

Mystery Heirloom Ruby Theft Ties Suspects

In a tense Miami room, Randolph confesses he visited Shayne after a threat from Celia Dustin. Miss Hamilton identifies the man as Randolph, linking him to a pattern of stolen star rubies. Shayne pursues wider connections with King Kendrick and Walter Voorland as investigators chase long-distance leads.

Miss Hamilton Shayne Miss Naylor Randolph Lilé Aly King Kendrick Lucy King of Kendrick Walter Voorland Earl Randolph Voorland Miami Tim Denver Dustin Sita Stanley Hilsworth Worldwide Raven Ray Ager Mr. Shayne

Sunday Diversions of a Page One Figure

The column sketches Martin Block hosting Sundays with his yacht in view and Canasta games turning pseudo high society, while radio stars and a CBS disc jockey feud over fame and money. Tydings hints at a full Amerada case story to come as University of Arizona baseball bats soar and Watts Gunn reels off wins.

Martin Block Earl Wilson Belmont Plaza Jack Eigen Copacabana Bea Kalmus Hutton New York City Bill Paley CBS Bea

France Peace Note Reaffirms Allied Disarmament Pledges

France states it will continue to pursue peace while faithfully observing existing pledges to keep Germany disarmed. The note asserts that France, the United States, and Britain have scrupulously observed commitments in their zones and will continue to do so.

Germany France United States Britain

Amerasia Case Background of a Redacted Raid

A 1945 government raid on the Amerasia New York office led to six arrests over secret documents. Editors and officials faced charges, but the case closed with no convictions and only two fines. The ongoing probe into communism in the State Department is noted but details remain sparse.

New York Amerasia State Department Sena

Card of Thanks for Mrs. Lulu Smith

We thank friends and neighbors for floral offerings and kindnesses during the illness and death of our mother and grandmother Mrs. Lulu Smith. Gratitude goes to Dr C F Shafer Graf ton City hospital staff and to Mr and Mrs Roy M Newton and family for support.

Lulu Smith C. F. Shafer Grafton City Hospital Roy M. Newton

Obituaries for Ida Payne Crickenberger and Mary Watkins

Obituary notices announce services for Ida Payne Crickenberger at St Pauls Lutheran Church with two ministers officiating, interment at Intermedial cemetery, and viewing at Bartlett Funeral Home after 1 p.m. Wednesday. Mary Martha Watkins dies Wednesday. Bartlett to host service at 2:30 p.m. with Dr. George W. officiating and interment Bluemont cemetery. viewing at 824 Pearl Street after 1 p.m. until 11 a.m. service. Further names listed as survivors or funeral directors at Bartlett Funeral.

Ida Payne Crickenberger St. Paul's Lutheran Church B. F. K. Roof David Kinsler Bartlett Funeral Home Mary Martha Watkins Bartlett George W Bluemont Cemetery Friends Pearl Street The Seal Richard Campbell Setler A. C. Thomas Ray Son Robert Love Frank ‘Cole Otto M. Sinsel William Frank Davidson Noah John” Gall C. J. Fleming

Classified Rates and Help Wanted Notice

Classified ad rates listed for first insertion and consecutive insertions with minimum charges. Sentinel states cash in advance and no phone ads. For sale fryers and broilers at Ross Street, and society reporter position open July first with mail applications.

The Sentinel Fryers, Broilers Ross Street

Also Mentioned on This Page

Congress Associated Press National Representatives Inland Newspaper Representatives, Inc East 42Nd Street Medical Marvel Margaret. Barnes Luray el Miller Crickenberger Bridgeport Ohio Caten Johnny Wyrostek Cincinnati Reds American Association Luke Sewell Cincinnati, Reds Mary Watkins Brett Halliday Bret! Halliday King Features Syndicate Nat Stanley Ellsworth Mark Dustin Blcayne Mra Ha Wee Mel Helmer Tima Thule Vaughan Monroe Martin Block Isc Black Uncle Sam New Fork California York Cory Fifth Avenue Rayburn and Finch M. Block Mel Heimer Michael Aquor Lght Celia Dustin Gomypany Mike Bardolph Mulard TyUngi Amerada Tydings University of Arizona Wildcats Watts Gunn W. L. Bradford U. S Amberasia Bartlett Funeral Homes James DeMoss Thornton Thayer Walnut Street General Electric Alexander Reo Knotts Ave Ona Street J. Ee Blacktop Maple Avenue West Grafton Dodge Parts G. I Bhale, Incorporated Morgantown Ert Street Tinehjns Singer 7
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