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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1934

Page

7

JESS EVANS HELD ON MAIMING CHARGE AFTER SHOOTING NEAR GOODWILL

Jessa Evans was arrested on a maiming charge after a shotgun duel with Wiley Smith near Goodwill Thursday. Shots injured Garley Cook Bob Horton Corbett Poole and Smith expected release from hospital while Evans awaits hearing in county jail.

Jessa Evans Wiley Smith Goodwill J. B. Boyd Evans Bluefield Smith Garley Cook Bob Horton Cook Memorial Hospital Horton Corbett Poole

Police seek man in shooting at Princeton city

City and state police questioned Dick Mitchell about a shooting at his home in the colored section about 9 pm Thursday. His wife Lara Mitchell remained in serious condition at Princeton hospital with a bullet wound through the back and chest. An argument preceded the incident and the couple had prior court appearances but reconciled.

Dick Mitchell Lara Mitchell Princeton Mitchell

Princeton Churches Sunday schedule and sermons

The Rev. Paul Martin pastors Princeton churches with Sunday school at 9 45 a m led by J H Herring. Morning worship at 11 o clock on The Commission of Jesus. Epworth league at 6 30 p m. Evening worship at 7 30 p m on The Perfect Law and Its Doers. Prayer meeting at 7 30 p m.

Paul Martin H. Herring Epworth League

Sunday services at First Church led by Edward Stubblefield

Pastor Edward Stubblefield presides as D K Callaway oversees Sunday school at 10 a m. Morning worship 11 a m with the sermon God in the Cloud. Evening service moved to 6 p m from 7 30 p m with Patchwork in Religion. B Y P U at 6 15 p m. Lawyers doctors teachers and doubters urged to attend.

Edward Stubblefield D. K. Callaway

Minister's Service Details at Local Church

Frank L. Stuck presides over a 9 45 a m graded church service with all departments meeting in the auditorium. Sermon titles include Gods Timekeepers and A Present Day Tragedy. The rhythm orchestra of the beginners department performs several numbers. Mrs T R Egbert sings a solo at the evening service at 730 p m.

Frank L. Stuck Christian Endeavor T. R. Egbert

Lost 3 letters in envelope and marriage certificate

Between Bank Building and corner Mercer and Walnut streets on Friday a finder should call Mrs. Anderson at 498-L regarding the lost envelope containing three letters and a marriage certificate.

Bank Building Mercer and Walnut Streets Anderson

Mrs KE W Early Attends Funeral of Rev A M Stone

Mrs KE W Early leaves for Norton to attend the funeral of her brother the Rev A M Stone pastor of Norton Virginia Methodist church who died suddenly of a heart attack Thursday afternoon. Funeral services set for Sunday at Norton church with interment in Mount Carmel cemetery near Marion Virginia.

KE. W. Early Norton A. M. Stone Mr. Stone Mount Carmel Marion

Rev Melrose Avery Granted Leave of Absence

The Rev. Melrose Avery has been granted a leave of absence until May 1, 1935 by the session of the Presbyterian church. Mr. Avery is to be relieved from duties during the period pending further action.

Melrose Avery The Presbyterian Church

Priest Rev. Hopkins to Speak at Presbyterian Service

The Rev. Martin Hopkins missioner to China will speak at 7 30 oclock Sunday night service at the Presbyterian church. He is son of Robert T Hopkins who died last week. At 11 this morning Rev John Lee Allison of Wytheville VA will preach. Sunday school at 945 a m and Young People at 645 p m.

Martin Hopkins China Presbyterian Church Hopkins Robert T. Hopkins John Lee Allison Wytheville Young People’s Society

Princeton Personal News Notices

Wintford Lambert returns home from Memorial hospital after tonsil operation. Clifton Forge visitors Mrs Clarence Pruett Miss Mil dred Lawler and Mrs W H Golli day come home after two weeks here. Lottie Sowers from New York visits her mother Mrs Asa Sowers. Mrs Marvin Marshall of Baltimore visits her parents on Highland avenue. Frances Wheeler visits sister Mrs Paul Whitenack at Matoaka during Thanksgiving. Mrs Ralph Bolin returns from Charleston where her sister recovers after surgery. A K Bailey and family visit Dewey J Bailey. Rosa Watson visits Roanoke and Lynchburg. Ethel Eloise Carr recovers from scarlet fever. Mr and Mrs N L Rogers of Keyser with May Buiine and Pauline Duling visit Center street hosts.

Wintford Lambert College Hill Memorial Hospital Clarence Pruett Mildred Lawler W. H. Golliday Clifton Forge Lottie Sowers New York Asa Sowers Eighth Street Marvin Marshall Baltimore J. H. Gadd Highland Avenue Frances Wheeler Paul Whitenack Matoaka Ralph Bolin Charleston A. K. Bailey Montgomery

Minister Authorized to Solemnize Marriage in State

In a fiduciary order filed in the county clerk's office yesterday R. C. Cook a Church of God minister was authorized to celebrate the rites of matrimony in this state. A bond of 1500 was given with Charles L. Whitlow as surety.

R. C. Cook Church of God Charles L. Whitlow

Rotary meeting highlights service ideals and vocations

Dr. J Frank Marsh spoke on service and profit and spreading Rotary ideals through the vocations of members at the weekly Rotary club meeting. A round table discussion followed. Mrs Julia Secrest performed two piano numbers. Visitors included Rotarians A K Bailey of Montgomery Frank Borden of Bluefield and C G Janutolo of Fayetteville.

Rotary J. Frank Marsh Rotary Club Julia Secrest A. K. Bailey Montgomery Frank Borden Bluefield C. G. Janutolo Fayetteville

Deputies Bailey Ballard to Retrieve Suspect in Philadelphia

Deputy Sheriff BE Bailey and Trooper S C Ballard depart for Philadelphia to return Merchiori Branch, held for Mercer authorities. Branch is accused of stealing 1400 dollars from Emanuel Chuell of Bluefield and was indicted by the October grand jury.

BE. Dale Bailey S. C. Ballard Philadelphia Merchiori Branch Mercer County Emanuel Chuell Bluefield

Scottish humorist John J. Bell dies at 63

Aberdeen obituary notes John J. Bell, Scottish humorist who authored 65 novels and plays during a 63 year life.

Aberdeen Scotland John J. Bell

Christmas Dilemmas and Diamonds in a Small-Town Tale

Ann and Sarah navigate romance and money during the holidays as Tony pursues a ring for Ann and Mac and Sarah plan for marriage. Christmas bustle, gift-giving, and the lure of diamonds frame their hopes, with Ann buying a luxurious robe as the perfect gift.

Tony Sarah Ann Mac Kohineer Prince of Wales

Court actions end weekend session with several rulings

Judge Howell M. Tanner oversaw a weekend docket including a jury verdict for defendants in Londa Lilly v Bowling and Harman over a $150 light plant. Bertha Howerton won $400 from Dwight Shrewsbury. Other cases settled or continued, two divorces granted, and custody and maintenance awarded in Karnes divorce.

Howell M. Tanner Londa Lilly J. Otis Bowling Hal P. Harman Bertha Howerton Dwight Shrewsbury Shrewsbury A. G. Harris Virginian Rail Way Company Walton Sudduth W. P. Porterfield Princeton Banked Trust Company Princeton Cemetery Association Howard L. Lee Lyle T. James Kathryn Riddick James Gertrude Karnes Everette Karnes

Christmas Eve Dinner Tangles in Tony and Mac

In a domestic scene Ann stages a festive dinner as Tony arrives late while Sarah, Mac, and the others prepare a crowd pleasing meal. Tony's nonchalant approach contrasts with Mac timid, affectionate attempts as the house awaits his voice at seven, with the moment left unresolved.

Tony Sarah Mac Ann

Flying squad to picket Newark Ledger plant

The Newark Newspaper guild announced a flying squad of Wilmington Delaware reporters will arrive Sunday to join picketing of the Newark Ledger editors strike. Emmet Crozier will speak in Philadelphia before returning with a Philadelphia guild ally. A Cleveland guild delegation is due next Saturday and a public mass meeting is planned for City Hall that Sunday night.

Newark N. J Newark Newspaper Guild Wilmington Del Newark Ledger Emmet Crozier Newark Guild Philadelphia Philadelphia Guild Cleveland Newspaper Guild Satuday City Hall Heywood Broun Mosque Theatre

Bluefield Radio Schedule Details Evening Lineup

The listing shows a daily radio timetable with segments such as String Melodies Correct Time Dance Tunes and Gospel Singera. Notable entries include Chicago House Furnishing Co Clark Hardware & Furniture Co Granada Reporter Street Car Co and Jacob King with various silent periods and studio blocks.

Chicago House Furnishing Co Gas Company Clark Hardware & Furniture Co Variety Jack Jackson Granada Jacob King Street Car Co

Evening Radio Schedule and Concert Listings

The page lists a sequence of radio and concert programs with times and performers. From 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. assorted acts include Eddie Duchin Orchestra, Thornton Fisher football, Tom Coakley Orchestra, Peg La Centra, Chicago Music Jamboree, Floyd Gibbons, Sigmund Romberg Music, and The Gibson Family. Several slots are labeled To Be Announced.

SOUTH Wrva Wptt Wwne Wis Wjax Wfla Wsun Wied Wsm Wmc Web Wapi Wjdx Wemb Kwoo Wky Wfaa Wbap Kpre Woai Ktbs Kths Weoc Wave Wtar Ountain Koa Kdy Kghr Kghi Pacific Coast Kgo Kfi Kgw Khq Komo Kfed Ktar Kgu Kpo East Russiveme & Orchestra

Radio Schedule Fragments Include Army Navy Football and Musical Programs

A dense listing shows 12:30 Army Navy football and multiple orchestras, ensembles, and broadcasts across CBS WABC network stations. It details varied time slots from 1:00 to 12:39 with numerous regional and national music and talk programs, plus orchestras led by Grange, Himber, and others.

Cbs-Wabc Wspd Wbhbm Wes Cfrb Ckac Wdoxz Wdae Whig Wwva Winbg Wajs Kgko Weah Wel Wisn Wibw Kth Kfab Wkbn Weeo Wsbt Wwax Mountain Kwor Klz COAST Khj Kfpy Kri Afok Kmj Kwg Kern Kdb Kgmb Roxy Hla Newhang Robert Armbruster Grete Stockgold Orch Richard Himber Orches Niagara Falla Band Michaux Earl Hines Glen Gray Orchestra Joe Haymes Baste Henry Busso Midwest Russo Orches Pancho Hie Hopking Wabe

Woman Stabbed in Beer Garden Over Argument

Nancy Greenlee 21 colored of 26 Ash Street was stabbed in the back with an ice pick in a local beer garden after an argument with Walter Wilkinson. Wilkinson slapped her, she struck him, he used the ice pick, she was treated at Grace hospital and released. no arrests reported.

Nancy Greenlee Ash Street Walter Wilkinson Wilkinson Grace Hospital

Junior church honors new bride Mrs Prickett with surprise party

The Presbyterian Junior church group of primary and intermediate children staged a surprise party for Mrs James Prickett, a recent bride and former group leader. Mrs W Lucas Mrs Mary Adkins and Miss Liberty Casali planned the extra meeting and invited the guest to attend and tell a story.

Presbyterian James Prickett W. Lucas Mary Adkins Liberty Casali Prickett

Wiech PTA Christmas Program Delayed One Week

A social hour featured games and storytelling with Mrs. Prickett receiving book-ends and cake served to about thirty members. The regular Wiech PTA meeting was moved from December 4 to December 11 to align with a Christmas feature. George E. Adams, known as Babe, is transferred to Pocahontas Virginia as office manager for Appalachian Power Company after years in the meter department.

Wiech P.T. A George E Babe” Adams Meter Department Appalachian Power Company Pocahontas, Va

Ashworth Seriously Ill With Double Pneumonia

The condition of L. L. Ashworth, a prominent Welchman, remained unchanged at Stevens clinic late yesterday afternoon. He is seriously ill with double pneumonia.

L. L. Ashworth Welchman Stevens Clinic Mr. Ashworth

Steve Miniskey of Bottom Creek Dies at 58

Steve Miniskey 58 of Bottom Creek died at home Thursday after a lingering illness. Resident for nineteen years, he is survived by his widow and several children Walter Stanley Stangil Mary Julia Johnny and Josephine. Funeral services at Vivian Catholic church at 10 this morning with interment in Woodlawn cemetery. Members of the United Mine War Here will act as pallbearers.

Steve Miniskey Bottom Creek Walter Stanley Stangil Mary Julia Johnny Josephine Vivian Catholic Church Woodlawn United Mine War

Tonsil Removals and Treatments At Local Clinics

PARDONED her tonsils removed Thursday At Grace hospital Sam Skurato of Hemphill is receiving treatment at Grace hospital. The following had their tonsils removed Tuesday at Stevens clinic Fred Blackburn of Capels Percy Osborn of Newhell Miss Virginia Boone of McDowell and Russell Gates of Yukon. Ed Sayers of Yukon was admitted to Stevens clinic for treatment. Mrs J O Bird of Berwind is receiving medical treatment at the Stevens clinic. Mrs J P Gregory of McDowell was admitted to Stevens clinic for treatment. Frank Taylor of Keystone is receiving treatment at Stevens clinic. Mrs W S Patrick of Cucumber was admitted to Stevens clinic on Thursday for treatment. Thelma McKallister daughter of Mr and Mrs J M McKallister esty had her tonsils removed yesterday at Grace hospital. Ruth Buchanan of Bartley underwent an operation yesterday morning at Grace hospital. Roy Roberts of Maitland was admitted to Stevens clinic for treatment. Mrs Andrew Meixner of Berwind underwent an operation Tuesday at Grace hospital.

Grace Hospital Sam Skurato Hemphill Stevens Clinic Fred Blackburn Capels Percy Osborn Newhell Virginia Boone McDowell Russell Gates Yukon Ed Sayers J. O. Bird Berwind J. P. Gregory Frank Taylor Keystone W. 8. Patrick Thelma McKallister J. M. McKallister Esty Ruth Buchanan Bartley

Hospital Notes and Births in Grace Hospital Report

Mrs John Mathers of Coalwood is receiving treatment at Grace hospital. A son born Wednesday to Mr and Mrs Frank Church of Havace at Grace hospital. Tom Romane of Big Sandy was sent to Grace hospital for treatment Avelee Stoneman of Elbert had

John Mathers Coalwood Grace Hospital Frank Church Havace Tom Romane Big Sandy

Woman Shot by Husband After Quarrel at Home

Josephine Harrie, 32, of Worth, was shot twice in the left side by her husband James Harris after an argument at their home following a party. No arrests have been reported.

Josephine Harrie Worth James Harris

Shooting report details officer response and suspect escape

Officers arrived after a shooting near Worth but Harris reportedly fled the scene. No injuries are confirmed in the fragment and no further details are provided.

Worth Harris

Charleston man waives hearing in murder case

Arnold Foster of Charleston waived a preliminary hearing on charges of murdering Ray Clark, 20, also of Charleston. Clark was stabbed to death in a quarrel two weeks ago. Foster denies stabbing him.

Charleston W. Va Arnold Foster Ray Clark Clark Foster

Welch Personal Gossip Highlights Thanksgiving Travel News

Mr and Mrs Graham Sale and Mrs Sale s mother Mrs R C Quinn of Richmond Va visited Abingdon with the Osborns and the Curds for the weekend. Elenor Armour and Mac Gamble went to Roanoke. Mr and Mrs W E Kiser hosted Tazewell guests for Thanksgiving. Marie Johnson of Bluefield stayed with the Douglases. C T Jackson family spent holidays in Huntington. Dr John Edward Davis and son Jackey visit Huntington relatives.

Graham Sale Huntington Mr. Jackson John Edward Davis Jackey

George Bernard Shaw Noted in George Gift Debate

London reports that the initials G B 8. stand for George Bernard Shaw. Some wonder why Shaw was not invited to join a British Georges wedding gift to George, duke of Kent, and Princess Marina. It is said Shaw was asked to contribute after the gift idea began.

Duke of Kent Marina King George Princess Nicholas Greece London Englang George Bernard Shaw Georges Britain George Princess Marina Bernard Shaw

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