Grafton Notes and Local Happenings 1884
A compendium of town news includes social visits by Miss Sonie Parr and Lola Butcher, a fatal accident to Johnny Cammins’ daughter, revival meetings at the Baptist church, and remarks on temperance and local police. Updates on business moves, real estate, and infrastructure repairs follow, with comments on elections, ordinances, and community concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ming Lola Butchier
Beverly
B. L. Butcher
Mise Lummie Sineel_ R.T
Yedowisle
Philippi
Clark
Willisin Boyd
Pittsburg
Attentidor Teaders
Allen
State Temperance Convention
Parkersburg
Sage
Baptist
oThe
Wheeling Journal
Baptist Church
That City
PH Maray
Fragmentary Trial Report and Local Ordinances Notice
Fragmentary report covers a murder trial in which defense evidence suggests the barber shop altercation led to the death. jury not yet verdict, likely manslaughter or second degree. Also includes Weston County Democrat opinion on roads and a Grafton town ordinance about sales of intoxicating drinks and penalties.
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Henrydish
McGraw
Messra
Masur
Cort House
Weston Democraty
Boyd
Grafton
Death of David A Sprigg A Leading Black Figure
David A Sprigg a prominent Black leader died at his home in Soutly Grafton. Born in Rockbridge Virginia he became a skilled cabinet maker and carpenter and freed his wife from slavery with his own funds. He later moved to Gaston where he lived until his death and was highly regarded for his education and leadership. his funeral was well attended.
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Grafton
Postolice
David Alexander Sprigg
Mr. Sprigg
Rockbridge County
Virginia
Nina
Alexsmariel
MeSprigg
Geaston
Agl
Line
Iis
Fractured Bestiary Battle Report From Weston Democrat
A fragment from the Weston Democrat recounts a long fight where a large cat killed a dog and was then attacked by a range dog. The described creature measured three inches in length and ten inches in circumference, with the tale ending after a hard fought battle.
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Weston Democrat
Darkershurg Bets on Railroad Competition Benefits
The Sentinel notes Darkershurg already sees benefits from rail line competition. The B and C Railroad faces smaller shippers as rate cuts from Parkerburg to Baltimore Philadelphia and New York drop about half. Analysts expect races from 28 to 70 cents, suggesting anticipation of further boil competition outcomes.
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Darkershurg
The
Sentinel
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New
Local notes and community snippets from Grafton period
A stream of brief items includes misspellings and names like Belle Mathews Fannie Dison Emue Marker and James Wilkes. It covers visits, shop openings, milling careers, weather guesses, schooling progress, a political discussion of Republicans and Democrats, plus court proceedings and indictments.
Local Business Locals Feature Spring Goods and Stores
The page highlights Eastern Cities suppliers and a broad stock of spring and summer goods. It promotes Allen and Long & Son for books, stationery, shoes, paints, nails, and homes, urging customers to visit, inspect stock, and compare prices. Roofing, wallpaper, and window shades are advertised, with latest styles and city-made products noted.
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Te Allen
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T. Hy Long & Sant
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T.H. Long & Son
S. E.ailen’s
Halshaw’s
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Paine Pac
BP. Watson
Fairmont
Sprigg
Landa
Will/Hll
Sonie
Parr
Lady of Lafayette
Win Hallowes
Thivas
Sap
Ule
Johnson
Tiesdale
W. Tbansbury
Saruntey
J. B.ghark
New York
Martin’s Ferry
Indige
Crrizes
Cocgermay
Crrizex
Fetterman Pacis and
Eandes
Giu
Wheeling
Mr. Osborn
Clarg
Uotran & Hickel
Stephen W. Poe
Uede Glady Creek
Teiltie Bean
Jones
Fannie
Jarrettsedohn
Herra
John Davis
B. Graank
Mollie Snider
Newbury
Josephy Mien
Mir Allen
Ro McGunkgy
Pohio
Fetterman
Dan
Col Smith
Bick Mont
Lewaya
Hell
Aie
Menvea
Prin Euts
John Fallon
Carefitt
Dohn
Carter
Mordex
Taylor County
David A. Sprigs
Belle Mathews
Dison
Djadder College Monda
Benitaming
Frer
Brown Magwell
H. H. Wotton
Emue
Mary Rizér
Mies Sallj
John Newton
Piedmont
B. F. Martin
Grafaun
Bax
Sis. Martin's
Youning
Avis
Gays Ort
Ohio
Clark Huffman
Kemils
Charlie Bels
Knights of the Beech
Seal
Jkirchen
Nir
Sheri
Paiga
Waltons
Joseph
Cheye
Governor Lake
Joseph Jis
Tod
Jake
Luke
A. Armstrong
Brace
McDonald's
Stuart
Mr Donahue
Floyd Ness
Maryle
Alex
Watt
Relfey
Appead
Phos. Bush Co
B. W. Tucker
Brogke, Rogers & Co
Jaco Shroyer
Tyler M-Shroyer
EL L. Rector & Co
eBag RR. Co
Reuben Daviseon
Marebill Ford
Trong
Poe
Rj Deli
Tyler M. Shroyer
Thos. A. Reed
Dve
Charles Disvall & Co
D. K. Shroyer
Bro
Patrick F
John Dilworth
Plaintif
A.armstrong
Sophia M. Cartney
Alex Boleyard
Matthefl Ford
B& O. Rvr. Co
Difendant
John W. Haddix
Reuben Davisson
Peat
Henry C. Laughlin
Town of Grafton
Oider
John Jgiligan
Pritchard
P. McGormick
Ass’t
Reed v
B. C. Rok
Charles Burne
P. McMannons
Cohn, Sampliner & Co
Snively
James Mason
Carter Smith
Genege McDaniel
Pierce Sauluhiry
George McDaniel
Leg Gallaher
Levi Collins
Carl
Ee Jatin M
Moorehead
John Lewis
Jonaby
Thomas Tighe
S Geo
Corbin
Stephen Burke
James Fallon
James Burns
Freak
Warthen
Wm. Gregors
Tndietment
Ste Eee L. Adelson
Hechnier
Washington Street
Zeek
Choice! Brands of
Winchester
Ndladd
Ames
D. H.long & Son
D. Mandelbaum
Boss Clothier
R. R
L. M. Boyles & Co
Ana
J. WW. Hull
Harsis & Davis and
Barrestrxs’ & Co
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Ion
Ie Busi
Ptr
John Doonan
Main Street
Das. A. Grant
AMD Draler
James A, Grant
McConare
Main St
Ako. W. Brown
West Va
Tharg & Galland
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