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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1925
Page
8
In Princeton, Mrs Ward Sowers and Miss Emma Peck cancel a bridge party this afternoon at the Peck home due to Miss Peck’s illness. Invitations were issued for bridge events by Mrs H C Hadden and Miss Mildred Hadden on Hale Avenue this Friday and Saturday at 3 30 PM.
J Herndon returned from Craig Healing Springs to preside at the circuit court. William Stokes and Geneva Stokes sued the Prince Power Company for 1500 dollars. the court will hear arguments on a new trial motion. Rufus W Moss sued Norfolk and Western Railway for an assault claim. jury verdict not likely tonight as evidence continues.
The Princeton Chamber of Commerce condemned excessive freight rates striking at the city. H. E. DeJarnette cited Sherman Concrete Pipe Co to show rates delaying a factory site. Committees were formed to pursue fair rates and to plan events for visiting teachers next week.
The Baptist Sunday school of the First church will purchase the lot behind the church to build an addition for the Bible school. The decision came by unanimous vote of the workers' council at the Monday meeting. The land will relieve congestion and allow planned departmental work once the building is erected. Pastor Ogle, Superintendent Sutherland, and the workers have long sought more space as classes grew beyond capacity.
The article notes strict economy as essential for evangelizing church youth and describes ground purchase aligned with progressive church policy led by Mr. Ogle. It mentions a welcome plan announcement, other discussed matters, appointed committees, and a 7:30 banquet for about forty council members before executive session.
Princeton residents face higher levies as county rates total 57 cents per $100 and school taxes push the district burden to 1.78, while city taxes run 0.85 per $100. Combined, county district and city taxes reach about 3.20 per $100 of valuation with state levies pending.
Six room apartment for rent at 1208 Mercer Street. Kiwanians meet at Virginian Hotel for luncheon today at 12 15 with President Downey expecting good turnout. Marriage license issued for Henderson Hager and Fletcher Brice both Bruc e. Bids invited for sale of Princeton Building Mate Company lumber mill on Harrison Street and Princeton Avenue with rail siding and modern facilities. A. E. Bivens Trustee in Bankruptcy Bluefield West Virginia.
The Princeton Cemetery Association warns that burial plots in Oakwood Cemetery rise from 50 to 100 after September 1. Those in arrears must pay by September 1, 1926 or the plots will be sold. any grave in an unpaid plot may trigger sale of the remainder after September 1, 1925. J. B. Chambers, Manager.
Residents of Princeton face a tax rate of 3.40 per 100 or 34 per 1000, a slight rise from 1924. In London, the will of D. H. Shilson, worth over $500,000, directs most effects to be sold beyond a fifty mile radius from his home.
The Kiwanis Club team defeated the Welch Rotarians 13 to 5 in a Sunday afternoon game in Welch. Key moments included Charlie Gearhart joining late for the Rotarians and Bob Wheeler catching for the Kiwanis while Ben Rouse started on the mound for the Rotors. Notable plays featured Julius Goodman’s three bagger, Dollinger’s one handed catch, and Eddy’s quirky outfit as Rotary shortstop.
County Probation Officer W T Farley of McDowell says four children aged 3 4 and 18 4 are in need of adoption. The mother cannot support them and the father serves six months on the county road for desertion. Interested parties should contact the officer immediately for placement, with a preference for homes with no other children. Farley also prosecutes parents of youths who vandalized school windows, noting parents often pay damages and then discipline the child.
A new effort to organize several independent basketball teams grows in McDowell County. Coach Fats Shugroe of Gary and Don Rutherford plan to form a Gary boys team, with Jaeger and Welch clubs also considering squads. Northfork Keystone Coalwood may join, while Welch and Gary high schools begin football practice.
A newspaper note observes that many girls proficient with cars and engines struggle with basic domestic tasks like operating a stove, highlighting gendered skill expectations.
A report notes that the men are largely inexperienced and will require rigorous training to reach full fitness, with emphasis on improving stamina, strength, and discipline before competition.
Huntington W Va August 18 county authorities still doubt the police finding that Miss Elizabeth Cunningham twenty three attempted suicide by acid burn after being attacked Saturday morning. Sheriff Herndon and detective Harrison questioned her at the Children's Hospital while Prosecuting Attorney Via says he is not satisfied with the death by own action theory. The injured woman named a girl she suspects of throwing poison on her in her office job. Her condition remains serious though improved with even chance of recovery.
Langlin Field in Moundsville West Virginia was reopened today after a weeklong closure ordered by Major General Patrick. Captain A E Simonin commander of Langlin Field announced the field is back in operation with all Army air pilots notified they may resume flights.
The American Legion dance at Memorial building Friday opens the season with Zeb Kelley’s nine piece orchestra noted as among the best in the region. The Coalwood Tennis Tournament later this week draws players from Welch and nearby towns, including Howard Sedinger the 1 year runner up and Dr. E. E. Hale the defending champion. A J T Eddin truck caught fire near Elkhorn street and the bridge yesterday noon. quick action saved the vehicle though the hood and cab suffered damage.
Born to Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Jennings a ten pound son at home with mother and child reported in good condition. Rev. Ben Roller leaves Welch for Mountain Lake Virginia. Andrew Leckie and family return from Virginia Beach. Jennie Hopkins seven admitted to Grace hospital. Erea Hamilton returns from extensive western tour. Frances Clark Maitland enters Grace hospital. Judge J. J. Devine and wife depart for home. Olga Beavers Dan enters Grace hospital. Ethan Allen Gary right fielder leaves for eastern trip with Cincinnati Reds. Dr E Hale Coalwood visits Welch. James Caffee Eckman conducts business in Welch. Mrs. Robert L. Simpkins War shops in Welch.
J. F ran Webb, pilot, escaped serious injury after his plane landed upside down and he leaped just before the craft struck the ground in Folkestone England.
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