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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1922
Page
4
An editorial argues that prices will stay near present levels for a decade as wholesale and retail indices show gradual changes with fuel costs driving a temporary rise. It also decries isolationism, notes U.S. aid to Europe, and lauds Safety Week for reducing preventable deaths, urging continued safety investments and accountability.
The author traces shifts in American railway policy from Knox and the Northern Securities case to later laws and the Cummins Act, arguing that enforced competition gave way to cooperation and consolidation. It notes parallels with Lloyd George’s English railway reforms and the belief that grouping rather than overfragmentation saves costs for consumers. The piece cites the transition as a sign of changing public thought and policy toward regulation and amalgamation.
A blunt critique notes that an ordinary typewriter was listed as a stenographer at the Chicago Municipal Contagious Disease Hospital. The piece argues such a payroll slip reflects broader municipal carelessness and invites auditors to uncover when the service began, suggesting the scandal could crown an “ece winner” of municipal mismanagement.
The piece questions the scope of road expansion citing Bank of America data on 71 million dollars in state bonded debt and highways taking 34.3 percent of debt while waterways and soldiers bonuses claim 20 and 12 percent. It notes per capita debts vary, calls for limits aligned to road lifespans, and warns tax exempt bonds fuel road building schemes with investors flocking to safer issues.
The statement argues that exemptions must be abolished to keep taxation fair, even with a constitutional amendment. It notes the shift away from easy money would be painful for many states but beneficial and salutary in the long run.
Police search for two daylight burglars who struck the home of W. H. Wolfe in Parkerburg between 3 and 3 20 pm Monday. A sentry stood outside while the other burglar ransacked the residence in the city’s best residential district. Jewelry and other valuables were stolen, and Mrs. Wolfe, returning home, found the guard and sighted the accomplice on the second floor before they escaped.
WHITE PLAINS N Y Oct 25 Supreme Court Justice Morsehauser awarded John Mack guardian of baby Guy Stillman 25000 for defending the infant against illegitimacy charges brought by James A Stillman in his divorce suit from Mrs Anne A Stillman. The court also approved 4901.11 expended for Guy. Referee Daniel J Gleason was compensated 150 a day for 148 days totaling 22200. The final order in the Stillman divorce suit denied a divorce and upheld Guy's legitimacy. Stillman failed to prove adultery by Mrs Stillman but was found guilty of adultery with Florence Leeds.
Announcement that McCook field near Dayton is to be moved to a larger site east of the city and made the largest flying field in the United States was made by Frederick Patterson of NCR with approval from Secretary of War Weeks.
In Los Angeles a planned defense for Mrs. Clara Phillips in the hammer murder of Mrs. Alberta Meadows includes psychic epilepsy and the unwritten law. Counsel Bertram Perrington disclosed the strategy as jury selection continued and potential testimony involving Armour Phillips, the defendant’s husband, was discussed.
A blaze at the Monessen Foundry and Machine Company plant in Monessen Pennsylvania destroyed two pattern shops and several small buildings. Losses were estimated at 200000 dollars. Fire officials reported no injuries. The fire began today and prompted emergency responses from local fire crews.
Washington Oct 24 The evolution of the calendar traces from day to day counting to a fused time system. Cotsworth argues pyramids and obelisks served to measure shadows for solar data and seasons. Stonehenge and other structures aided lunar and solar movements. Early use focused on farming and propitious days with priests guarding seasonal reckonings.
The article discusses Cotsworth's theory that early Egyptians used shadow measurements and a pyramid as a giant sun dial to time sowing and harvests. It claims a 365.242 day year and links agricultural demand to population pressure from invasions. It notes three crops of grains still harvested in Egypt.
Washington observers see the December Central American conference as a broad arena for armament talks and possible steps toward a Pan American Association. Five Central American nations invitees plan to limit land forces, while naval power is absent. The United States is expected to provide information and agencies without direct participation.
Huntington, W. Va. October 26 The Cabell county prosecuting attorney T R Shepherd said the Edwards case will be pursued strictly toward a conviction. C Fred Edwards former Republican Senate candidate spent $96 000 in his campaign according to a state filing. Trial set for November 10.
A Niagara Falls taxi driver told police he saw a woman in black leave Goat Island Bridge and enter the Niagara river last night. State officers and city police could not confirm the report. Mrs Hannah Pont of Webster was visiting friends in the city today.
CHICAGO Oct 21 AP Cigarets now can be smoked with impunity on Zion City streets. Judge Claire C Edwarde of Lake county circuit court granted a temporary injunction restraining Overseer Voliva from arresting persons indulging in smoke. The injunction marks a campaign against Voliva's dictatorship following Alexander Dowie's death.
Ida Mae Haskins, 16, from Independence Missouri, testified that Frank Rawlings, 35, a businessman, induced her to travel with him on an automobile trip and violated the Mann Act. Rawlings and Haskins were arrested in Aurora Illinois and await a Kansas City removal proceeding.
The United States Coal Commission formed by Congress organized its first meeting under John Hays Hammond as chairman. It invited John L. Lewis A M Ogle and D Warriner to informal conferences next week to discuss procedures and potential representatives for consulting committees. The panel aims to gather essential facts about the coal industry to ensure a steady supply at reasonable prices, with cooperation from workers dealers and the public.
Huntington paper reports Mrs Samuel W Perry wife of coal operator found guilty in common pleas court of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Miss Viola Baum 20 who was struck by an automobile operated by Mrs Perry on August 9 resulting in a 300 dollar fine.
A band of cracksmen raided the Standard Bank in Stouffville Ontario cutting telegraph lines, drilling the safe and escaping with an estimated cash haul. In Clarksburg plans move forward for a new glass factory on the Patton farm near Shinnaton costing about 300000 dollars. The Alley Glass Company will merge facilities with a cut glass ware plant, boosting Shinnston's payroll by roughly 36000 dollars monthly and employing about 300 workers.
Four miners were instantly killed and two others seriously injured when a cave in at the Asbestos Mines in East Broughton Quebec collapsed yesterday. The accident, blamed on rain and frost, occurred at the mine pit and collapsed section, with authorities launching a full investigation into the causes and safety measures.
Mrs Rose Vebro stood in federal court with a baby in her arms as Judge Medace sentenced her to five months in county jail for violating the Volstead act. The court noted that women have the ballot and deserve the same rights and privileges as men.
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