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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1935
Page
3
Mrs G N Smith announced the marriage of her daughter Hilliam to Arthur Ridenour to take place in June. A bridge party crowned Nellie Tucker as first prize and Tat Burke as second with Hose Duffey as consolation. Green and pink refreshments followed for eight guests.
In Cleveland on May 31 Dr N J Nardacci of Youngstown pleaded not guilty in federal court to violating the Harrison narcotics act and was freed on a $1000 bond. Two other Youngstown physicians Dr H P Hanson and Dr Charles Buck were indicted but did not appear. Hanson is not located and Buck is said to be ill. Nardacci is described as a former West Virginia football player.
Pearl Pyle, 20, posted bond Wednesday afternoon before Justice Ty Jefferys for appearance at the Taylor County circuit court to answer charges by the state of living and loitering in Barnes Place on Latrobe. She was brought before Justice Jefferys by State Trooper W G Wardsley after arrest by city county and state officers. Others were taken in custody following a raid at the Latrobe Street cafe a week ago tonight.
George W. King of the West Virginia Association of Retail Grocers appealed to food dealers on May 31 to uphold NRA code provisions especially on labor and loss leader selling to avert potential chaos. W. B. Toole Jr said only limited loss leader selling exists locally but urged strict adherence to prevent spread. He noted New York and eastern areas have seen extensive loss leader practices since NRA codes were struck down by court ruling.
Irene Hegeberg, a blond 17 year old, will reign over Portland Oregon's Rose Festival from June 6 to 8. She was selected from eight high school nominees as the festival queen among local contestants.
Richmond May 31 The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond reports a 21 percent rise in department store sales in April over April 1934 in its fifth district. Cumulative sales since January 1 show about an eight percent gain versus the first four months of 1934.
New Martinsville May 31 United Press notes E Bault of Parkersburg is named president of the West Virginia Letter Carriers association at a recent gathering. The election highlights ongoing efforts to organize carriers and improve mail service across the state.
Representative Taber predicts prosperity if the NRA stays, arguing the economy will rebound with jobs and decent wages as industry regains momentum. He cites critics of New Deal spending and warns against premature shifts, insisting recovery requires patient rebuilding and fiscally balanced policy.
A local report notes hopes that good time work will return as handicapped workers are protected and living standards fall until profit returns. Business leaders reference a post verdict letter from a factory officer as support and announce final prep for the Moose Home pep dinner on Washington Street at 6 15 PM Monday.
A fragment notes a noon gathering where a number of ladies will pin up pins for the program eight banduet. The text is incomplete and names, places, or dates are not provided.
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