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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1938
Page
1
With fair weather forecast for Memorial Day, Graf ton anticipates thousands for the holiday program at the National cemetery. Governor Homer A Holt is to deliver the day’s address, capping a morning of events and tributes.
I P F Gillispie mayor of Grafton West Virginia proclaims Memorial Day Monday May 30 as a day of tribute devotion and consecration to memory of soldier dead urging all citizens to observe and honor their deeds on behalf of the nation and the cemetery in West Virginia drawing visitors nationwide
The article notes the annual parade will be held as part of long standing traditions, with anticipation that it will excel past recent years. Readers are directed to continue on page eight for full details.
Rep Jerry O Connell was rescued by police after a fist swinging pro Hague crowd blocked his address in Jersey City New Jersey He said he would return perhaps to speak from the witness stand in federal court His wife suffered bruises and scrapes during the surge as police were on duty to maintain order at the Hague organized open air meeting
The Grafton Daily Sentinel will not publish on Monday May 20 to observe memorial day with city events. Publication resumes Tuesday and editors ask news items be submitted early that day for inclusion.
Washington May 28 The treasury disclosed the administration will ask Congress to overhaul the federal tax laws completely codifying and simplifying them while incorporating business levies. A spokesman said the laws should be easier for payers to understand and for officials to administer. In Arthurdale West Virginia, Roosevelt hinted at a sweeping revision in his address criticizing undistributed profits and capital gains taxes in the bill then enacted. He signaled he would seek revision of these business levies at the next session.
White Sulphur Springs May 28 A ban on campaigns until September 1 is urged by Rep Bruce Barton Republican New York advertising executive addressing gas appliance and equipment manufacturers. He says politics distracts business and vows to return to New York to seek new work for his agency after Congress adjourns.
A massive landslide on Route 50 at Macomber, one of the state’s largest, was nearly cleared today. The road commission said it would reopen to two way traffic after a crew of 25 men and four steam shovels worked since Monday to remove about 15,000 square yards of earth.
Poem reflecting on death and memory in Arlington, honoring soldiers in khaki and blue. It contemplates the decay of flesh into dust, the purpose of remembrance, and the valor of those who died in war, contrasting youthful life with the brutal toll of battle.
Washington May 28 Senate fees of the administration's spending bill focus on tying up more than 400 million of the 865 million public works appropriation for flood control rivers harbors and army housing projects. Senator Byrd of Virginia urged eliminating the Public Works funds but opponents expect limited success and will back spending restrictions if needed. Political changes prompt further amendments, continued on page four.
A Latrobe street poolroom incident Friday night left Jack Blankenship severely injured after he rammed his arm through a show case during a dispute with another man. He received hospital care at Grafton City Hospital for a cut artery and tendon. A tourniquet saved him from fatal bleeding. Police pressed the investigation Saturday with no arrests yet.
In Arthurdale West Virginia President Roosevelt spoke to the nations 13 proudest high school graduates during commencement at the 165 family homestead project. The event was part of Memorial Day activities as Roosevelt and his party toured the Roosevelt family homestead and continued post visit plans.
The United Brethren church in Grafton observes its 65th anniversary with two services. In May 1873 Rev. W. M. Weekley organized a Mission here. The first building was built in 1875 and the brick sanctuary was added in 1907. Pastor Rev. Lois R. Lugader delivers the 10:30 message, followed by Rev. W. E. Crall at 7:30.
South Bend report states General Motors Ford and Chrysler faced federal grand jury indictments for conspiracy to violate the Sherman act. United States District Attorney James Fleming said the investigation yielded the largest trust probe since Standard Oil, after a prior Milwaukee failure.
Two men fined by Mayor P F Gillispie in police court on Saturday for drunkenness and offering liquor in a public place. O B Martin of Boyd Street paid 15 dollars or nine days in jail, while Dave Strawser, 22, of Tynnelton, faced the same penalty. Both were jailed until they could raise the fine.
Robert Gilman aged 29 of New York surrendered to Grafton police at 9:30 Friday night and said he was wanted in the metropolitan center for desertion and contempt of court for failing to pay alimony to his wife. Chief Lockard investigates. Mayor Gillispie orders him held three days for inquiry.
The Dionne quints marked their fourth birthday with a restrained celebration in Callander Ontario. Dr. Allan Roy Dafoe lifted a diet ban on ice cream while candy and frosting remained restricted. Guardians seek to shield the famous sisters from public curiosity during the quiet observance.
A federal court jury convicted six people and acquitted two on charges of operating a white slave ring between Pittsburgh and Alliance. Convicted were D Margaret Ross alias Margaret Bolton Isadore Friedman Samuel Davis David W Moore all of Pittsburgh and Elizabeth Town send alias Virginia Hines and Charles L Hartin both of Alliance. Those freed were Lillian Sloane alias Mae Benson of Alliance and Harry J MacFee of Millvale. Jury consisted of 11 men and one woman. Defense plans a motion for a new trial.
The Grafton Sentinel invites H G Harter and Mrs L D Delaney to tonight's Strand or Dixie screenings. Show options include Bordertown with Bette Davis at the Strand and The Riding Tornado with Tim McCoy at the Dixie. Monday's listings include Four Men and a Prayer with Loretta Young at the Strand and Fools for Scandal with Carole Lombard at the Dixie.
May 28 report details a daylong air and machine gun assault on Canton and Wongsha station along the Hankow Canton railway. Police and volunteers attempted to stem panic as civilians fled amid bombs and incendiaries. At least forty killed and fifty wounded in the rail yard, with broader counts of hundreds dead and injured across the city as Japanese planes targeted the area.
From Praha Czechoslovakia, May 28, reports indicate rising anxiety as 3,500,000 Sudeten Germans, led by Konrad Henken, press for autonomous powers with Nazi backing. Berlin's stance remains unclear, while domestic papers suggest Hitler may refrain from sending troops across borders, risking continued tension.
The Hotel Commodore in Washington D C faces Union Si Plaza and rents rooms with bath for 2.50 dollars. The lodging is described as modern, comfortable and economical.
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