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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1910
Page
7
City officials announce a markedly reduced gas rate at the water station following adjustments led by Mayor Love and City Clerk Joyce Geo. Grahm and Luzadder are named in connection with the policy shift, with 5 parties cited in the documentation.
A Grafton committee secured a roughly $150 monthly gas rate reduction at the city water plant after presenting their case to the Philadelphia Company in Pittsburg. They also won favorable manufacturing-rate concessions to entice new industries, with leaders including Mayor James W. Love and George S. Murray expressing strong optimism for local prosperity. The effort, aided by the Mellon influence, aims to lower monthly bills and attract enterprises to the area.
May 21 1913 an army of over 10000 men from Bible classes worldwide marched along Pennsylvan ia avenue to a massive mass meeting in a convention hall for the World Sunday School Association session. Women delegates filled the Capitol steps as flags of many nations fluttered. A second men’s meeting split between Mount Vernon Methodist Episcopal church while women gathered at another venue overseen by Mrs Sherman wife of the Vice President.
Washington May 21 Senate debates the naval appropriations bill over whether to authorize two or one dreadnought battleship. Key speakers included Clay Hale Gallinger Burton. Hale warned of a growing deficit this year, supporting armament. Roosevelt was quoted as favoring less armament.
Rev Arthur B Richardson of St Pauls Lutheran preached at the Grafton High School graduation service on Sunday evening. He drew lessons from the five loaves and two fishes urging graduates to use their education to uplift humanity and benefit their city and institution. The sermon and music were praised, and the audience expressed approval as the class received the message for life ahead.
Sunday morning a house owned by Eugene Somerville, known as the Sarah Butcher property and occupied by the Gordon family, burned to the ground on Knottsville pike. The fire started around 7 o'clock from a kitchen fire in the unins urred dwelling valued at $400, with the family awakening to fumes before the structure collapsed.
Residents report a bright road light carried by a great aircraft flying 80,000 feet above as it passed overhead after evening church services. The whirr of engines was audible and locals suspected a Wright brothers machine arriving from the east toward the west at high speed.
Daily Sentinel reports Grace Sheline of Flemington aged 19 died Sunday after a tuberculosis illness. Funeral Tuesday at 3 PM, interment in Simpson under the care of Undertaker Arthur McGrumphy.
A large circle of friends mourns the passing of John O'Brien of Piedmont who died Sunday afternoon after a long illness at age 75. He retired years ago after a long railroad career and was famed as a top conductor. Survived by a widow and five sons and one daughter. Funeral set for Tuesday morning at Westernport. His last visit to Grafton followed the death of Patrick Moran on Maple Avenue.
Washington heirs may win a government settlement this week as the House private land claims committee reportedly favors paying 305000 dollars in gold to heirs instead of land. Lawrence Washington argued before the committee, noting George Washington declined land rewards and paid taxes on the Virginia military lands until his death. The claim spans several congresses and involves heirs seeking compensation for 3050 acres in the Ohio region.
Grafton plans a grand Memorial Day with a trainer on parade, four bands, sports, and veterans rituals. Merchants urge decorations and inviting the public, promising B and O rail accommodations for a crowd not seen since circus day. Citizens are urged to boost turnout by inviting friends and promoting the event.
A remarkable moon event last night between 10 and 10:30 sparked wide interest as rings of varied colors radiated outward from the moon before clouds dimmed the view. Observers speculated on a possible link to a comet as local astronomers noted the unusual phenomenon and shared notes.
In Tucker county on Saturday the first district primary result shows Congressman George C. Sturgiss defeating Senator L J Forman by a margin near or in excess of 300. The victory shocks Forman allies who expected Tucker to lean Forman, making Sturgiss win more decisive and shaking anticipated results in nearby counties.
Two night prowlers up on Maple avenue on the West Side disturbed residents last night about 11 30. Mrs Hoff and Miss Della Hoff found a man in a coat on the rear porch, fled to the house, police pursued but the intruders escaped. George Marvey's home was also visited. one intruder was chased along the G B railroad before eluding capture. Nothing was taken.
New York May 21 A sweeping reform in life insurance underwriting will classify applicants into about 145 special risk groups. Premiums will vary by livelihood and family history, including occupation, ancestry, and diseases. Committees analyzed five million cases to back the plan.
Friends mourn the death of Ernest H. Collins former Grafton real estate dealer who died of Bright’s disease in Richmond Virginia on Friday afternoon at age 32. He is survived by his wife and two young children. The notice notes his prior involvement with Kerr & Rose and mentions a prize drawing held Thursday identifying lucky number 6115.
The Rev A F Richardson will deliver the annual sermon to Reno Post No 7 G A R at St Pauls Lutheran Church on Sunday May 29 at 10 30 am All veterans and Sons of Veterans urged to attend Meet at Post Room at 10 am By order Committee The text warns against glorifying the past as a sign of physical and intellectual decline.
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