Political Editorials and Bossism Reflections in The Grafton Sentinel
In May 1900 The Grafton Sentinel rails at Democratic leaders over McKinley era reforms and Cuban post office frauds. It disputes Gov. contenders, values republican primaries, mocks Boss influence in Taylor County, and defends the public’s right to an open campaign against a backroom slate. It contrasts Sentinel influence with Leader endorsements and notes Ward Handley’s rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben
Sayre
The
Sentinel
Davis
Handley
Guard
Bnd
Mr. Lender
Taylor County
Freight discrimination claims roil West Virginia lumber trade
West Virginia lumber dealers and shippers charge the Baltimore and Ohio railroad with willful discrimination by raising forest product rates east of the Ohio River. A statement from a major shipper warns the June 15 schedule change will push buyers to mills with fairer rates, threatening local timber interests and state industry. The piece also notes political editorials and party loyalties connected to the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
B. & O. Railroad
Sentinel Ly
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Ohio River
Cumberland
B.&o
Coil and Timber
Commonwealth
Mem
Salem
Newport
Pittsburg, Cincinnati and Ohio Valley Railroad
Marietta
B. OS. W
Belpre
Arkersburg
Parkersburg
Dry Goods and Furnishings Store Closes Out in 60 Days
A local dry goods, nations and ladies' furnishings retailer announces a total clearance sale worth $15,000.00 of merchandise. Stock is moving rapidly and will be sold regardless of cost as the store plans to close out within 60 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
Iswa Hy
Tavener
John H. Holt
Huntington
Melville St. Cram
Robert G.cather
Uinnel B. Ayers
J. Frank Wilson
Taylor Keener
Wlank
Democratic
Indictments Return in Wood County Bribery Case
Grand jury returned indictments against Mayor and ex council members on bribe allegations connected to a Harvester parade. Parade plans were blocked then revived amid pressure. police and park permits were revoked and later restored under public opinion. John A. Holt of Horton, Kansas, visited a father, Postmaster James W. Holt, and spoke of prosperity in the western country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taner
W. Moore
John A. Holt
Horton
Kansas
James W. Holt
John
Chilton faction gains GOP delegate control in West Virginia
In Charleston on May 23, the Chilton family secured control of West Virginia's district conventions for national delegates. They can name the national committeeman or his successor, with the Chiltons holding major influence across districts. McGraw is sidelined as a target while Chilton allies prep a loyal appointee and plan memorial observances by Grand Army posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
W. Va
Chilton Boys
Grafton
John T. McGraw
W. E. Chilton
McGraw
Chiltons
Will Chilton
Plum
McKinley
MacCorkle
West Virginia
Sarah Amelia Love
Main Street
Sallie” Love
Jefferson County
Virginia
Miss Hurst
James I. Love
Therm
James
Arch C
Mary J
H. Clay
Thomas G
Germanapis
J. M. Ball
Calvin Vandergrift
Flanagan
Presbyterian
Bluemont Cemetery
Virgie Snider
Thornton
Fairmont
Deer Park Hotel Ad Promises Breezes and Comforts
An advertisement touts the Deer Park Hotel and Cottages on a Baltimore and Ohio line at 2,800 feet, offering baths Turkish baths pools golf tennis and numerous amenities. Rates info available via W. E. Burwell manager before June 10. post June 10 Deer Park Garrett County Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore & Ohio
Annapolis Naval Academy
W. E. Burwell
B. & O. Building
Baltimore
Deer Park
Garrett County
B and O Shop Notes And Local News Update
Pay day at the B and O shops notes many workers on duty with several absences for sickness and leave. Resignations, new appointments, and track line plans mix with community notices and local remarks about decoration day events and a widow’s obituary in Grafton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Core
Ben Nuzum
J. E
Charlie Moore
EB. T. White
S. R. Barr
Relief Department
W. H. Adair
Crites
Washington
Gratton postoffice letters and local notices
Uncalled letters advertised at Gratton post office include several names such as John Brandon Miss Eleanor Copeman Oscar Carehival and others. The piece also notes a quip on rheumatism and promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm by Grafton Drug & Chemical Co. Attorney Charles P. Guard leaves for Wheeling to join the Niagra Falls excursion of the Editorial Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Brandon
Eleanor Copeman
Oscar Carehival
Leslie V. Davin
Eugenus Ford
Cla. Glover
Tames Hession
John Jackson
Theodore Jenkin
Budgen
Homer Moran
June McCullough
Vonda I. Newton
Della Powell Henry Williams
J. W. Horr
P.M
Chamberlain
Grafton Drug & Chemical Co
Charles P. Guard
Wheeling
Niagra Falls
Editorial Association
Red Wallpaper Advertises Two Thirds Decoration
An advertisement promotes two two red wallpaper in a fabric effect for the popular two thirds treatment, priced at 25e. It lists Joy Donerry in Grafton West Virginia as the contact for warerooms and particulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jons N. Treaennasso
Joy Donerry
Grafton
W. Va
Notice to Creditors Larkin T. Jones estate claims due
In pursuance of a Taylor County circuit court decree creditors must present claims against the estate of the deceased for adjudication to LF Bailey commissioner at his office in the county on or before July 17. Witness John G. St. Clair Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Taylor
Bailey
Tis
Anid
John G
Cléele
John G. ST. Clair
Also Mentioned on This Page
Grafton Sentinel
Frank Gibbs
Jas, W. Hour
E. L. Loon
Bro
Pitzer
Wood County
Boss McGraw
Chilton-MacCorkle
Reform School
Cemetugy
Thomas H. McKee
House of Representatives
J. T. Flangan
Marshall
Hester Calvin
T. D. Armatrong
West Grafton
M Armstrong
Lev. Jr
Bluemont
Alleghenies
Walter B. Beel
Elkin
N. C
Grafton Drag & Chemical Ca
Billy Plant
Carpenter A. George
Ned Madera
Newark
Shopshi
F. D. Underwood
Henry Kelle
Harry Allissiamedd
Bor
Thomas Kernan
W. J. Chenoweth
B. & O. Relief Department
Graftan
Board of Trade
Sarah H
Amelia
Westerman
Zr Annon
John C. Lewis
Henry Granneman
L. Hagan
Gertrude
Evansville
J. Hagans
Counc
Mystic Shrine
Washingto
Vis
Halla
Ohio
Bernhold Block
F. Berguono
Grat
Petter
Iso
Ira McDonald
Beri
Cat
A.W. Burdett
I. Kitzmiller
B. Baile
LA. Kunst A
Thos
B. Yau
Bay Assessor
Keen
Iw. Kern
Morrow
I. Cather
Lovonsa
Saul
Gratton
Larkin T. Jones
Reliable Clothing House
Callig
Friedman & Co
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