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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1930
Page
1
Detroit May 28 Henry Ford says a revival of agriculture and industry is the way to lift the current depression. He warns against cut wages and urges action over optimistic talk to keep public spirits up. He credits President Hoover and calls for wages to rise nationwide. Continued on page six.
The jury could not agree on Gordon Blake charged with driving under the influence. Judge Kittle discharged the jurors, and court continued another case. Deliberations resumed at 9 p.m. The death of I. C. Bennett last September remained unresolved.
Boliner has been appointed special deputy by W J Maya to collect dog tax now set at 2.50 on males and 0 on females. These taxes aid at J L Wittman's office. J G Boliner Special Deputy.
Admission to community events on Wednesday and Thursday evenings will be by ticket only. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. Doors close at 8 15.
Howard H. Holt contributes 2.50 to the new Grafton Perk float fund and offers another equal amount if a copper slide is added to the big river Amusement structure. George G. Jolliffe announced the plan on Wednesday. A proposal calls for a smaller float anchored closer to the bank to aid women and children who prefer safer viewing near shore.
Pernambuco May 28 Graf Zeppelin departed for Havana at 11 18 today after a delayed takeoff. The 4500 mile leg runs largely along South America north coast and may include the West Indies. Dr Eckener hopes to reach Lakehurst by Sunday night and Friedrichshaven by June 9. Ten thousand miles of the 18000 mile voyage remain with 19 passengers aboard including Mrs Mary Pierce Mrs Laura Durston Lady Grace Drummond Hay William Leeds and George Crouse.
Oklahoma City fire crews probe a blaze that destroyed a large auditorium, injuring or killing at least five as investigators search for more victims amid collapsed walls. State Fire Marshal C R Oneal leads the inquiry into rumors of a liquor party and possible arson, while rescue crews clear tons of debris to reach the annex where cars were stored.
Gettysburg Pa May 28 President Hoover will deliver the nation s tribute at the national cemetery where the Grand Army of the Republic services are held The president will speak at a site where presidents have laid wreaths for the fallen The Gettysburg battle casualty figures are cited with 53000 dead from a force of about 157000 in July 1863 including 23000 Federal troops and 30000 missing from the Confederate army
Charleston reports a total of 800 men are available for forest fire fighting in West Virginia under state direction. The count includes five district foresters, 12 section rangers, five observers and 640 wardens plus registered local crews. Wardens are county paid. other roles serve seasonally. The record notes 1,100,000 acres merchantable timber and 7,841,000 total cutover acres.
A mother and two boys aged nine and 13 traveled on foot from Barbour County toward Moundsville to visit relatives. They reached Grafton Tuesday evening exhausted. the Salvation Army provided shelter and meals and saw them on their way early this morning. Two men, one crippled and the other a young fellow, spent the night at the local Army hall.
The Public Service Commission deferred action on the Ohio Valley Electric Railway Company request to raise street car fares for study of Williamson report. Huntington officials pressed continuance as witnesses showed declining revenues since a temporary rate rise last year. The company seeks five tokens for 35 cents and a $1 weekly pass, with other details under review. Continued on pace two.
Government and public anxious in India after two days of Arab like rioting in Bombay Lucknow and Rangoon leave more than 60 dead and 750 injured Moslems attack police in Bhendi Bazaar and Aminabad Park sparking fears of civil disobedience linked violence amid British authority concerns
Hal Carlson, 36, one of two Cubs pitchers with a wining percentage this season, died suddenly in his hotel room. Dr. John F. Davis rushed to the scene after Carlson complained of severe stomach pains. Carlson died 35 minutes later as plans were made to move him to a hospital. Cubs outfielders Heathcote, Cuyler, and Stephenson were at his bedside. widow and a three-year-old child survive. Carlson’s declining health had kept him from robust form in recent months.
Lend A Hand Circle of Presbyterian Church hosts a bake sale Thursday at 10 a.m. at Empire Meat Market Aloapas tries featuring cakes and other treats.
Washington reports that Navy officers voiced disapproval of the London naval agreement as hearings closed. Rear Admiral Robison urged the six inch gun only for surprise action, while Admiral Counts warned the 5-3 ratio with Japan could harm the United States. Senator Reed pressed Robison on Britain and America’s relative strengths.
The federal oil conservation board urged a unit plan to save oil and gas through state action. It calls for agreements among operators of a pool on production levels, recognition of landowners as stakeholders, and use of state police power to curb waste. The aim is to delay shortages and avert sharp price rises in refinery products.
Pittsburgh May 28 a 17 year old girl Myrtle Haberstron a high school student employed as a dance hall ticket seller was found on the William Penn highway near Wilkinsburg with a crushed skull and facial bruises. She had ridden away with a youth unidentifiable by authorities. An official who escorted her home earlier the night before testified. A news item also notes a comment by Henry Ford on taxes and a call for a constitutional amendment.
Glendale California May 28 Roscoe Turner Los Angeles pilot today set the record for westward flight completing a solo run in 18 hours 42 minutes 54 seconds with one stop in Wichita Kansas. He left New York earlier and landed at 7 46 34 p m Pacific time. Turner averaged about 138 mph on the westward leg surpassing the Lindbergh record and the Hawke ascent pace.
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