19 Sep 1957
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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1957
Page
1
A weather excerpt reports temperatures reaching 78 degrees with a 50 degree low, noting 56 last night and 80 at 11 a.m. today. Winds and precipitation are expected as Friday turns mostly cloudy with warmer conditions and possible showers or thunderstorms. The Mountain region remains cooler at 60 degrees with a 76 degree reading in another area.
United Nations dispatch notes Dulles urging approval of Western disarmament plans to engage Russia. In McKees Rocks an explosion at an old excavation injures six, one seriously. Hoover cites a Reds conspiracy core in the U S. Agnes Holden requests clothing for two school children via Red Cross, sizes eight teen age. donations sought by calling Grafton 95 W.
A dispatch notes the Asian flu outbreak expanding in the United States with 100000 cases reported aboard a Brazil airliner en route from health service reports. It mentions Mississippi as a potential national breakout zone and cites officials fearing a broader spread if trend continues. The report also covers unrelated items from Venezuela and Burma.
A clipped note urges quick action regarding the customary time call for paper delivery. It mentions contact details and emphasizes staying organized to avoid missed newspapers. The message highlights methodical handling of daily deliveries.
Portions of the northern plains and Rockies were buried under snow in an early winter storm. Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Highway saw three feet of snow, Montana towns received up to a foot, Helena measured nine inches for the deepest September snowfall since 1925, and travel routes including Helena’s airport were shut as a frigid air mass threatened the upper Mississippi Valley and central plains.
Charleston reports Attorney General W W Barron advised the Department of Public Institutions that the State Industrial School for Girls at Salem must have a woman as business manager. He told Commissioner Theodore T Dorman to replace Nicholas M Homes, triggering clashes with State Auditor Edgar B Sims who opposed the move and accused political harassment. Sims said he halted Homes pay, while Dorman called Barrons view petty political harassment and warned of Democratic and Republican discontent with Sims.
Equitable Gas Co of Pittsburgh filed with authority to develop natural gas storage facilities in Lewis County West Virginia The Federal Power Commission reported no objection on record The proposal includes 11.7 miles of storage piping 40 injection wells a dehydration plant and modification of piping at the Skin Creek compressor station
Ed Buck, a Richwood High School faculty member and veteran hunter, trapped a large catlike animal in Pocahontas County thought to be a mountain lion or panther. Officers from the State Conservation Commission examined the creature, about six feet long with a two foot shoulder height, and noted a possible panther, the first such capture in West Virginia since 1859 if confirmed. The animal, reportedly a panther, was trapped Tuesday near Kenniston Mountain and later displayed in Richwood before being returned to its keeper.
Oslo reports King Haakon now seriously ill after several weeks of declining health. Palace sources note the 85 year old monarch is lucid but deteriorating and receiving daily doctor visits while the royal family gathers at the palace. Princess Ragnhild is absent due to marriage abroad.
Gov. Faubus faces a Friday hearing on a move to move state segregation decisions from federal to state courts. He is not expected to answer the summons, amid broader tensions over integration at Central High. Other items report a deadly shelling in the Palestine area, plus civil rights activity in Newport and Arlington County delays.
Mrs. Golia M told police a door to door tune teller lured her into a trance then vanished with 125 cash 125 in jewelry and 36 worth of bedsheets. Authorities investigate the alleged deception and track the suspect.
John Gordon, a 59 year old crippled Marietta resident, was attacked by a swarm of Yellow Jackets while fishing at Devol's Dam Tuesday. Leonard Kelly, who was nearby, heard him cry for help and carried him to a local hospital where he received treatment.
In New York federal mediator Walter Madgiolo reported encouraging progress in marathon talks aimed at ending a four day strike by 29 800 telephone equipment installers in 44 states. Negotiators expect a one year contract with wage raises travel pay and better benefits as non striking operators resume work across the AT T system despite picket lines.
A sweeping AFL-CIO report accuses James R Hoffa of misusing union funds and associating with notorious labor racketeers. The 64 page document warns that electing Hoffa president of the Teamsters could trigger expulsion from the federation. The findings center on Hoffa’s ties to mob figures and misuse of employer funds to settle strikes.
In ALTNATIC CITY New Jersey the Highlanders Kiltie Band from Elkins West Virginia claimed a special feature prize in the American Legion 40 and 18 parade. Venango Volunteer from Oil City won first prize as best four in the parade. Volture 468 of Akron Ohio topped the drum and bugle corps division. Winners were announced late Wednesday.
NEW ORLEANS flood threat as Esther weakens to a shallow low. Four deaths across Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee and Louisiana tied to floodwaters. Rainfall up to six inches expected while Gulf coast warnings ease. In New Orleans, flash floods killed two boys and a man after cars submerged. a Meridian woman died in a wreck near Selma.
Five passengers were injured when an eastbound Baltimore and Ohio train derailed 18 miles from here after leaving St Louis bound for New York. Authorities blamed a BFG on rail. The wreck blocked the main line for hours. most injured were sent to Grafton City Hospital. Names include Catherine Killeen and Mary Alice Wallace. An investigation into the cause was begun.
A Canadian National Railways train struck a Truck Trampport Co. rig loaded with 15 tons of cyanide near Thamesville. The trailer split, pellets spilled along the edge of the business district, prompting a three day state of emergency as police and workers search and bury pellets and guard children from exposure.
The nation recorded a high of 105 degrees at Presidio Texas on Wednesday and a morning low of 16 degrees at Cut Bank Montana, highlighting wide temperature extremes across states.
A brief note invites readers to read a Bible portion each day in the Sentinel. It promotes family Bible reading as an old American custom and a blessing, guiding readers to find today’s reading on Page 4.
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