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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1935
Page
8
A local tale recalls belief in witches and uncanny signs. Noel Handy shoots a deer visiting his pig pen with a silver bullet after guidance from a witch doctor, while neighbors whisper of Aunt Becky Evans seen with a sling bearing a tale of a grudge.
Henry H. Exline recounts a 1921 Alaska incident where a silver-tip grizzly shielded him from a fall into a crevasse after a glacier collapse. He lay between the bear’s legs for over two hours as the animal warmed him, then led to safety with rope aid from Ted.
Woodrow George, a popular local youth in the 21st Infantry at Schofield Barracks Honolulu, Hawaii, writes home about witnessing Mauna Loa’s eruption and the China Clipper stopover in Honolulu. The 21st Infantry traces its history from the Civil War era in Virginia through Indian wars and major later conflicts.
Dry Virginia communities faced potential loss of liquor sale proceeds as an ABC board proposal to withhold revenues from dry towns drew bipartisan opposition. ex Governor Pollard warned such change could destroy the state control system, while board member Frazier argued profits must stay tied to local wet and dry status. The coming January assembly session was expected to address the issue amid shifting public sentiment and uncertain outcome at Richmond.
The Presbyterian church Young People’s union in Tazewell county met at Graham church with about 150 members. Papers urged broader Bible study, Dr. W. W. Arrowood of Tazewell spoke on youth Bible study, calling it the most interesting book literarily. The Richlands county league hosts next meeting on the first Friday in March. Jewell Ridge unit won banner for largest attendance.
Bluefield Virginia may reimpose a ban on pig pens within its corporate limits next year. A Westward councilman opposes raising hogs in town limits and the issue will be pressed. pork prices may influence the argument for allowing hogs here.
Funeral services were held Saturday for Mrs Pauline Leonhart mother of Mrs O N Edmunds with Rev S C Beard officiating assisted by Rev Roy E Early of Pocahontas Interment followed at Maple Hill Cemetery A pioneer of the town since 1893
Raven Virginia December seventh report that six members and two visitors attended a gathering of the Girls circle at Mrs Frances Mallorys home. Guest of honor Mrs George W Oliver of Roanoke gave an engaging talk with Mary Robinetti directing the program before refreshments were served.
Mrs. J. J. Draper hosted a handkerchief shower for her house guest Mrs. S. W. Srg of Roanoke on Monday night.
The Ladies' Aid met with Mrs. bb Wilson with Mrs. George W. Draper in charge of the program. Presbyterian circle No. 2 met with Mrs. Charles Casey. Mrs. M. S. Mallory Mrs. W. A. Seawell and Mrs. Draper shopped in Bristol. Miss Margaret White visited sister Mrs R. H. Edwards in Bluestone. Mrs. Frank Belcher remains at home here.
An editor highlights a home ghost story from Cavitts Creek in Tazewell County. neighbors report a haunted house near Adria with apparitions, a candle bearing shadow, and a spooked resident, Mrs Johnson, who fled after a midnight visitation. B Maasee of Maxwell supplied the tale.
Circle 8 of West Graham Methodist met December 2 at the parsonage with Mrs. F B Jackson hosting. Devotions by Mrs Elmo Fleshman. They plan a banquet for Georgia Lumber employees December 7 at the mill and a Fellowship banquet for church officials at the parsonage December 9. A budget for the coming year was drafted. Twenty eight members attended the refreshments course after adjournment.
A fellowship banquet for officials and members of West Graham Methodist Church will be served at the parsonage on Tuesday evening December 10 by Circle 3. All are cordially invited to attend.
The W M B of the Graham Christian church will meet Thursday evening at 7 30 at the church. This union meeting features a Mission Study class sponsored by circle 2 Mrs A O Hilt leading.
The W M S of the Graham Christian church observes Woman's Day with Rev George D West delivering the morning sermon and Mrs Paul Shawver singing Jesus Remembers When the World Forgets. An evening program at 7 30 features Life of David Livingstone dramatized by Intermediate Christian Endeavor of First Presbyterian Bluefield W Va led by Miss Gertrude Steele. Public invited.
Elmér W. Dean, pastor, lists Sunday worship at Bai ley Ebenezer Harmon's and May's chapels with times 9:30 11 3 and 7. Sunday schools and young people meet at usual hours. Steward's meeting postponed due to bad weather and moved to parsonage next Thursday at 7. It is important that all of the cowards be present.
A meeting of the Young Musician's club is scheduled for Monday evening at o o clock at the home of Miss Lucy Jennings.
Circle 1 of the West Graham Methodist church met at Mrs. Walter McGrady’s home with Mrs. C. E B. Kinzer in charge of devotionals. Mrs. F B Jackson taught from the Mission study book and business was led by Mrs. J S Warden. Officers elected for the new year include Circle leader Mrs. Walter McGrady, assistant leader Mrs. S T Pruett, secretary Mrs. J H Blackwell, and treasurer Mrs. I C Vernon. Tempting refreshments were served by Mrs. McGrady and her daughter Norma Jean.
The Woman's auxiliary of the West Graham Methodist church and circle 1 members will meet with Mrs. F B Jackson on Thursday December 12 at 7 30 for their annual pollyanna party.
Regular monthly meeting of the Woman's auxiliary of West Graham Methodist Church will be held next Thursday at 2 30 PM. All members urged to attend and officers should bring reports of the year's work.
George D. West, pastor, presides over Bible school at 9:45 a.m. with Frank Wallace as superintendent. Morning worship follows at 11 o clock.
The service marks Wo man’s Missionary Day with a morning sermon by the pastor and an evening missionary pageant depicting the life of David Livingstone.
One hundred hungry people enjoyed a Friday turkey feast in Memorial hall sponsored by the ladies of the Baptist church and the Baptist circle.
Team captain Joe Fisher has been chosen for Graham High School's 1936 football squad. The announcement indicates the players aim for another strong bid to win Tazewell County championship, signaling early-season ambition.
Hundreds from the Virginia side join the Clinch valley in a Monday Santa Claus parade with many locals expected to participate.
In Bluefield Virginia four local residents died within a day including Mrs Pauline Leonhart Mrs A J Clark Mrs D W Farmer and Col J J Fage. Col Fagg is noted as brother of Mrs James F Galloway. The Bluefield schools announce a Christmas recess from December 20 to January 6.
The Music Lovers club will hold a rehearsal of Christmas music Monday at 7 30 in the ladies parlor of the Graham Methodist church. All members please be on hand.
The Bedford Ministerial Association sponsors a series of revival meetings led by Dr Dan Graham, a dynamic Presbyterian revivalist, planned to be held in Bedford in the near future.
Mr and Mrs Bert Hawthorne and children of Washington State return home after visiting Mr and Mrs B D Creasy. Mrs Joe Lee, guest of the Creasys, returns to Surgoinsville Tennessee. J C Fink improves after weeks of illness in West Graham. J Reynard Sprinkle, patient at Bluefield sanitarium, expects to go home today. Miss Margaret Poe is ill with tonsillitis.
In Burkes Garden Walt Rhody escaped a serious car accident with minor scrapes and bruises. John Meek remains home ill. The road committee meets in Bristol Saturday to present a forward plan for the Garden. Mrs. Lee McMeans and daughter respond to a fatal safety incident at the Jewell Ridge mine where Mr Whitten was crushed but may recover. The Garden weighs an 800 pound pig owned by Houston Kitts to be slaughtered this week. Dr. Bill Shawver visited. residents anticipate Santa Claus and plan a Christmas stocking inscription “happy days are here again.”
In Lindside West Virginia on Thanksgiving day the Methodist Missionary society sponsored an oyster dinner in the I O C F hall. At 11 o clock Rev Ruter preached in the church.
A PTA meeting was held at the school house. The students presented a Thanksgiving program. Mrs. H. P. Long gave an appropriate reading on Gratitude. A business session followed the program.
Miss Ruth Long led Epworth League’s Sunday program with the theme Prophets. Plans are underway for a cantata titled Lost Carol to be presented Friday evening December 20 in the church, with league members funding the production.
Mrs Charlie Campbell hosted the Missionary society gathering at her home on Thursday afternoon. Several local names attend events and visits include Hinton, Bluefield, Roanoke, and family occasions. A veto by President Getulio Vargas of Brazil echoes the Roosevelts veto on veteran bonus payments.
The notice reports the marriage of Mrs Ida Lucille Moore and John W Buchanan in Bluefield Virginia and notes their connections to Saltville Abb s Valley and Pocahontas. It also mentions an engagement from Mullins South Carolina between Alice Betty Culbertson and Dennis Brooks Draper with details of the wedding planned for December 21 1935 in Marion South Carolina.
A 3 p m special service will be led by Rev A Johnson superintendent of Mission churches southwest Virginia. After the service a church conference will follow. The public is cordially invited.
The Hungarian Reformed church hosted a Saturday banquet in the church basement followed by a dance at the Pocahontas opera house. A large crowd enjoyed numerous Hungarian dishes and engaging talks, with the events described as well attended and pleasant.
The Woman's Missionary Society of Pocahontas Baptist church observed a week of prayer with daily programs at 2 PM in the main auditorium. Strong attendance noted. events featured varied talks and devotional sessions.
Mrs J P Curtis hosted a large group of children on Water Street Friday afternoon for Ruth Gene Curtis tenth birthday. Guests enjoyed games in the parlor and dining room, where a cake with ten candles, chocolate nut sundaes, cakes and grape juice were served. Toys were given to many young attendees from Bluefield May beury and nearby areas.
Mr. John W Wright of Yards Virginia and Miss Irene Tackett of Bluestone wed in Roseville at four on Monday December 2 1935. The ceremony was an automobile marriage performed by Rev R H Bowden pastor of the Pocahontas Baptist church. The couple will reside temporarily in Bluestone amid many congratulatory wishes.
Sponsors from church fraternal and civic groups organize a Christmas tree for the poor and needy of the community. The tree will be placed on the courthouse square with the Legion band and carols. Gifts will be distributed, in cooperation with the Pocahontas Salvation Army corps led by Officer Joseph N. Butterworth. Carlyle Reese invites local groups to help with the effort.
Mrs J G McNulty hosted an evening at her Waterstreet home on Friday for her daughters Hannah Sue and Mary Madge McNulty. Guests enjoyed dancing and served sandwiches and punch featuring Frances Burkett Elizabeth Crawford Nancy Noel Bunny Tierney Louise Kirby Lilly Lawton Pat McNulty from Herndon W Va Billie Rosenbaum Vince Shumate Barnes Shumate Buddy Sproles and Buddy Bishop.
The Tuesday Bridge club and other guests were entertained by Mrs. Herbert Noel at her Water Street home. Mrs Andrew Fleming won high score. A salad course and coffee were served to Mrs Ellett, Mr Butt, Mr Renkin, Mr Bennett, Mr Rhodes, Mr Graham, Mr Hurley, Mr Crawford, Mr Bloch, Mr Fleming, Mr Porter and Mr Baach.
A regular meeting of the Princess Pocahontas local chapter of the Eastern Star is set for Monday evening December 9 at 7 30 at the Masonic temple. All members urged to attend due to important work to be done.
Rev J R Johnson executive secretary of the Baptist Board of Missions will address Pocahontas Baptist church Sunday evening at 730. Johnson formerly pastored in Gatux Ge lax Va and is described as a brilliant speaker hoping for a large turnout.
The Pocahontas high school hosted an art exhibit on Wednesday and Thursday attracting many visitors and earning praise from spectators. A collection of 150 fine prints, directly from originals, is described as the most artistic seen here with originals housed in world famous galleries. HL Crowgey, the school principal, arranged the exhibit.
Dan Levi and Clara Devorn both of Cleveland were briefly married on Friday November 29 1935 in Cleveland Ohio. Levi has ties to Pocahontas where he formerly resided and is the son of Mrs Susan Levi of Cleveland Ohio.
The American Legion Post 14 will hold an indoor carnival for one solid week starting Monday at the American Legion Dig-in in Pocahontas.
The Shannon Players will present a play at Pocahontas high school on Monday and Tuesday evenings December 9 and 10 with a Tuesday matinee. Their previous Pocahontas performances were greatly enjoyed.
Mrs Donnie Whitson and her son Buddy Whitson leave for Richmond today as Buddy enters Tuckers sanitarium for treatment after a period of illness. Friends express wishes for a speedy recovery.
Mrs C C Sexton faced a basement intrusion Monday at 6 am when a colored man threatened to kill her if she screamed. She fled, secured help, and the burglar escaped after a night in the cellar. Mrs Laxton suffered shock from the incident. a doctor was summoned.
Mrs Solon Baach entertained the Thursday Bridge club at The Maples. W A Bishop won high score and J G McNulty consolation. Guests included M J Alexander W A Bishop L E Ward Harry L Youell A V Sproles L C Crain L V King and J G McNulty. Next meeting will be at the Bishop home with Mrs W A Bishop hostess.
Women of the Methodist Missionary society will prepare a banquet Thursday evening at 6 30 in the Sunday school rooms of the local church. One hundred plates will be prepared and all will be served at once with no waiting.
The Missionary Society of the Methodist church met Wednesday at 2 30 pm with acting president Mrs L B Crawford presiding. Devotions were led by Mrs J K Peters as two new members Mrs Owen C Phelps and Mrs E L Walke were welcomed. Leaflets were presented by several members and minutes read by Mrs W K Maxey. About twenty members attended.
Miss Selma Lubliner of New Brunswick New Jersey is improving after an operation. Several residents including Miss Emme Yates and Mrs J W H Lawford with Helen Thompson spend time at Roanoke relatives. Families travel and holiday visits noted among Magrill Ellett Crowgey Hoffman Geisen and others with trips to Wytheville Rocky Mount Richmond and Cincinnati.
In Pounding Mill Virginia the wedding of Dana and Scott unfolds at a family gathering with Aunt Ellen gifting funds, orchids pinned, and a solemn vow as relatives travel from Bluefield and East Radford. The tale hints at tension from Aunt Ellen’s gaze and a tale to be continued.
Dana recalls a faded financial gift intended for a trousseau as she reflects on family ties and a life of simple pleasures. She cherishes worn clothes, a cherished quilt, and a sense of belonging, while noting lingering memories of hardship and reconciliation.
Boissevain residents and nearby towns heard sermons by Rev. B. T. Underwood of Bluefield W Va assisted by N B Underwood and Albert McGhee also of Bluefield Sunday will end a series of meetings at the Pentecostal Holiness Mission.
Born to Mr and Mrs Earl Dick en of Abbs Valley a baby girl named Shirley Ann The mother was formerly Elsie Johnson and shares in the family joy of the new arrival.
The Baptist Missionary society held a mission study class Monday night at Mrs. R. L. Dillon's home and observed the Week of Prayer. The meeting, moved from Mrs. H. N. Morris’s home due to illness, featured a study on the conquering Christ presided by Mrs. J. G. Lambert. Candy was served to Mesdames Fink, Lambert, Harman, Barker, Chumbley, and Miss Dillon.
H N Morris improves at home after illness. Adeen Cooper is ill at home. Pat Shanahan and Clyde Maxson of Caretta spent the weekend here. Mrs Frank Watkine ill last week. Bane Underwood of Bluefield visited Mr. and Mrs. M D Potter for Thanksgiving. Mrs Albert Jarrett improving from illness. Lyle Collins visited Bluefield and attended a Pentecostal Holiness conference at Princeton. Mrs Pat Shanahan and others visited Caretta on Tuesday. Mrs Payne Whittaker and Nancy returned to Williamson after visiting L A Wire. Gertie Myers of Pearisburg visited here and will work for Pocahontas Fuel at McComas. Ernest Joyce was guest of Pat Shanahan.
A lunch stand proprietor reported being $19 short after counting money with Police Captain Thomas B. Foster. Foster counted twice and found a $20 bill on one side and a $1 on the other, suggesting a possible misplacement or distraction during the count. Nearby, a dog cemetery with seven tiny graves sits on the parapet of Fort Monroe, the nation’s oldest continuous garrison.
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