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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1935
Page
2
Local relatives reported this forenoon that 75 year old prominent farmer, Mr. Current, suffered a stroke and is unconscious at his Thornton home. He is a brother in law of Jo Reece and a longtime figure in the area.
Mona Leslie navigates a tangled romance as Ned Riley pursues marriage with Mona after buying a ring, while Granny reveals Mona’s love for Bob Harrison. Ned’s proposal looms as Mona concedes, but a sudden confession at the theatre triggers tense confrontation aboard Bob’s yacht ending with a grab and a harsh question.
In a Rennick hotel Mona awaits a wedding ring and proof of marriage as Ned and Bob grapple with trust and fame. A tabloid storm swirls around Bob Frison Jr’s elopement rumors and Mona’s dawning doubt, while a press scrum erupts at the hotel.
A dense list of radio programs across networks NBC CBS WGN WLW and WWVA with times, show titles, and performers. The page also urges readers to compare RCA tube prices highlighting many model numbers and discounts. The long listing blends entertainment guidance with an imperative to buy RCA tubes.
Miss Edna Norma Cole of Grafton will graduate from Berea College in June with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics. She has served as president of the Agriculture-Home Economics club and Woman's Athletic Association, and competed in intra-mural sports. Commencement address will be by Dr. Fred S. Smith of New York at 10 30 Monday morning in Phelps Stokes chapel.
A menace letter on page one outlines instructions to the recipient, claiming a planned scheme for three years. The note threats note that following rules will yield safe return of a loved one within a week, while warning of grave consequences if disobeyed.
A political speech fragment shows mentions of a 2,000,000 dollar state surplus in Louisiana and a visit by Senator Tong to assist in two utility rate cases as counsel for the public service commission. The remarks include a drinking anecdote and a claim of long service on the water wagon.
The speaker discusses large legal fees and a plan to collect back taxes. He notes that a major portion of any collected taxes would go to one third, highlighting expected earnings from enforcement. The remarks reference a special set of laws and substantial payments owed to the state.
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