Green Shanty Club Reorganizing In Northfork
About fifteen members attended a Monday meeting to reorganize the Northfork Green Shanty club once a popular Southern West Virginia social group. Membership requires a three fourths vote and fees. officers were not final yet. Charles M. Warter was named chairman with D. B. Wallace as secretary treasurer. Permanent officers to be announced soon. The club plans a holiday opening dance with a local orchestra and card-only admission.
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Northfork Green Shanty Club
West Virginia
Green Shanty Club
Charles M. Warter
D. B. Wallace
Sawyer Couple Welcome Baby Son in Logan
Mr and Mrs H G Sawyer of Ethel West Virginia welcome a son born at Mercy hospital Logan West Virginia. The mother before marriage is Miss Erna Lee Mitchell a graduate nurse of St Luke's hospital.
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H. G. Sawyer
Ethel
W. Va
Mercy Hospital
Logan
Erna Lee Mitchell
St. Luke's Hospital
Elizabeth Circle Elects Bland Street Church Officers
The Elizabeth circle met at the YWCA with prayer and a devotional. Officers for the coming year were named including Mrs. W H Quekemeyer as assistant leader and Mrs. Fred Harris as treasurer. A Christmas party followed with a gift exchange and no refreshments, funds redirected to the love gift.
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Elizabeth
Bland Street
A. B. Mahood
Desir Gilmore
W. H. Quekemeyer
Fred Harris
D. D. Lott
Ethereal
Eveeryone
Quota Club Christmas Party Tonight at Appalachian Hall
The Bluefield Quota club hosts its annual Christmas party at the Appalachian assembly room this evening at 6 30. Members will exchange gifts under the Big Sister plan after a dinner, promising a delightful evening.
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Bluefield Quota Club
Appalachian Assembly Room
McClung Class Entertained by Mrs Overmyer in Gloveland
The McClung class of the First Presbyterian church was entertained Tuesday evening December 15 at Mrs J B Overmyer's home in Gloveland. Mrs W H Pool read an interesting article on Christmas customs.
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McClung
First Presbyterian Church
J. B. Overmyer
Gloveland
W. H. Pool
Christmas Party Refines Traditions With Story And Carols
A classroom Christmas gathering featured a reading of The Hole in the Wall by Mrs. R A Yarbrough and a series of carols. Comrade gifts were drawn from beneath a decorated tree, identities revealed, followed by refreshments hosted by Mrs. Overmyer. Attendees included numerous named ladies and Mrs. McClung.
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R. A. Yarbrough
Christmas Vesper Service At First Christian Church
The First Christian church will hold a 6 o clock vesper service next Sunday featuring Christmas music and stories presented by the church choir under the direction of Mrs. C G Harris. The program will last under an hour and replaces the regular evening service. The choir has previously performed fine works and this event is expected to be among the best. All are cordially invited.
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The
First Christian Church
C. G. Harris
Mrs Goodall Hosts Luncheon for Bride to Be
Miss Lillian Goodall will wed Mr Addy Hageman with luncheon at 1 p m at Mrs Fred C Goodall Jr s home in McComas Invitations sent to Bluefield friends mention the wedding plans and honors for the bride to be
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Fred C. Goodall Jr
McComas
Lillian Goodall
Addy Hageman
Miss Goodall
Bluefield
Church Night Fellowship Supper at First Christian Church
This evening at 6 15 the Church Night fellowship supper and program will be held at the First Christian church. Sixty five attendees were present last Thursday. The Men's club leads the program and a special table is set. Loie Russell circle led by Mise Arlene Geordon oversees the tables. Potluck meal and good attendance expected. Church Night will be omitted during holidays.
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First Christian Church
Loie Russell
Mise Arlene Geordon
Birth at Springton Welcomes Daughter Wilmeath Carol
Mr and Mrs Homer Staples of Springton WV announce the birth of a daughter born Sunday December 15. The infant weighs ten pounds and has been named Wilmeath Carol.
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Homer Staples
Springton
W. Va
Wilmeath
Carol
Beaver P T A Meeting Closes School Year
Beaver high school parents and teachers met for the closing session Tuesday at 3 30 pm. An unusually delightful program featured soprano Mrs Philip Lilly and an informal hour with refreshments after a talk on The Student The Parents and The Books listing several notable works and authors.
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Parent-Teacher Association of
Beaver High School
Philip Lilly
Mary Wassum Dillman
Dean Hosmer
Europa
Catherine the Great
Gina Kraus
Wolcott
Alexander Wolcott
Burlesque to Open at Bluefield College Chapel
The Virginian Literary Society plans a burlesque program today in the Bluefield college chapel based on The Man Upstairs. It promises to be quite humorous and entertaining for attendees.
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The
Virginian Literary Society
Bluefield College
Kappa Omicron Banquet Tonight At West Virginian Hotel
Kappa Omicron Alpha fraternity of Bluefield College hosts its annual banquet this evening at the West Virginian hotel with about sixty guests. John Snidow, grand potentate, acts as toastmaster. Mr and Mrs D M Easley and Mr and Mrs Frank Easley are guests of honor.
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Kappa Omicron Alpha Fraternity
Bluefiled College
West Virginian
John Snidow
D. M. Easley
Frank Easley
Sigma Theta Sorority Party At Bluefield College
Members of Sigma Theta sorority hosted a delightful party at Miss Bobbie mith home. About sixty guests attended and danced throughout the evening. Tempting refreshments were served at a late hour.
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Sigma Theta Sorority
Bluefield College
Bobbiemith
Varied Chapel Program At Bluefield College
Bluefield college chapel hosted two Christmas selections by the Choral Society and a play The Man Upstairs. The twenty voice choir directed by Eva Marye McNeal sang Slumber Song of the Infant Jesus and Break Forth. The Dramatic Club presented The Man Upstairs directed by Mrs B E K Le Noir with cast Mrs Ruggles Pattie Burgess Mr Ruggl es Marvin Lenett Mary Margaret Thornhill Mrs Frisbee Lucile Saunders and Mr Frisbee Kenneth Grogan. The play was faultlessly presented with notable acting. Marvin Lenett praised for his performance. Thelma F King physical education director sponsored the program.
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Choral Society
Bluefield College Tuesay
Jesus
Eva Marye McNeal
Man
The
Dramatic Club
B. EK. le Noir
Ruggles
Pattie Burgess
Rug
House of Strangeness at Ramsey Auditorium Tonight
This evening at 8 Ramsey auditorium presents a three act mystery comedy titled House of Strangeness. Ed Davis stars as a hard boiled detective with David Steiner joining a youth cast. The plot centers on capturing crook Gentleman John and his moll at a storm bound farmhouse.
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Ramsey Auditorium
Ramsey
Ed Davis
New York
David Steiner
Steiner Brothers
John
Moll
Local Girl Honored For Top Barber Beauty Exam
Miss Madge Sutherland daughter of Mr and Mrs J Park Sutherland 201 Juniper Street received notice from the West Virginia state board of barbers and beauticians Charleston that she passed the examination with the highest grades.
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Madge Sutherland
J. Park Sutherland
Juniper Street
West Virginia
Beauty graduate Sutherland listed for state board
Miss Sutherland a Beaver high school class of 35 graduate and Little French Beauty academy is a beautician at the T.ology Beauty studio and has taken the state board examination.
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Miss Sutherland
Beaver High School
Little French Beauty Academy
Thurston to Lead Clover Club New Year Dance
Hal Thurston and his Orchestra will play for the Clover Club holiday dance at the Country Club on New Year’s Eve from ten until two. The event aims to exceed prior Clover Club affairs. Sponsors will be announced later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Gregory
Victor Recording and Broadcasting Orchestra
Bluefield Cotillion Club
West Virginian
Cotillion Club
Crystal Palace
New York City
Roman Pools
Miami Beach
Fila
Atlantic City
Ocean View Beach
Norfolk
Asbury Casino
Asbury, N. J
South
Hal Thurston
Bluefield
Clover Club
Country Club
Maide
Coalfield Advisory Meeting At Trinity Church Today
The Coalfield Advisory in Bluefield district meets at Trinity church at 11 o'clock with M KE distirch Mre HG Steele as president. Attendees from the city and district are urged to attend. Luncheon is served at 12 30. A marionette show for children is planned for Fairview school Thursday at 10 39 am and 1 pm sponsored by Fairview and Whitthorn P T A s.
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Coalfield Advisory
Bluefield
M. KE. Distirch
South
Mre
HG. Steele
Trinity Church
Fairview School
Fairview
Whitethorn
Christmas Pageant At Wade School This Morning
An impressive Christmas pageant will be staged at Wade School at 10 and again at 11 o clock. Parents are invited to witness the production. The event is organized by Miss Tempe Osborne with a splendid cast.
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Wade School
Tempe Osborne
Auxiliary Prayer Band Meeting With Mrs Rierson
The Auxiliary Prayer Band will meet with Mrs. N. E. Rierson at 528 Third Street this morning at 9 30.
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N. E. Rierson
Third Street
Business Women's Circle Christmas Dinner at Trinity Church
The Business Women's Circle of Trinity Methodist church will meet at 6 30 PM for its annual Christmas dinner at the church. The identities of the Smile Girls will be announced during the meeting.
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Trinity Methodist Church
Dudley Circle to Meet at Bland Street Methodist
Mrs. Dudley’s Circle of Bland Street Methodist church will meet with Mrs. Frank Lazenby at 202 Fairfax Street on Friday at 3 PM The gathering will feature a Capsule party and a full attendance is urged.
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P. J. Dudley
Bland Street Methodist Church
Frank Lazenby
Fairfax Street
Calvary W M S Plans Election At Church Meeting
The Woman's Missionary society of Calvary Baptist church will meet this afternoon at 2 at the church. Officers for the ensuing year are to be elected and all members are urged to attend.
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Woman's Missionary Society of Calvary Baptist Church
Ray Matz School Presents Delightful Dance Recital
At the Masonic building last eve ning the Ray Matz School of dancing staged a charming recital for patrons. Pupils from tots to seniors wore white costumes. Miss Matz guided eager dancers with clear instruction and joyous response. The program featured numerous toe and tap numbers, group dances, and solo showcases by many named students and instructors.
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Ray Matz
Anne Rish
Shirley Peters
Gloria Effron
Jean Patton
Rosalie Cruise
Carolyn Schorr
Patty Mae Mingo
Virginia Lee Huff
Bill Thomas
Jackie Armentrout
Whitley Perkine
Rebecca Barkedale
Berkeley Blake
Eloise Coleman
Betty Clair Frazier
Dorothy Lee Henderson
Rita Holzsweig
Peggy Hoffman
Jean Smith
Shirley Ann Weaver
Jo Anne Summers
Betty Bryant
Roselyn Kammer
Ruth Jean Curtis
Willowdean Curtis
Jean Livesay
Marion Schrinner
Alice Schrinner
Miriam Shewey
Betty Warden
Yvonne Hall
Joe Turley
George Matz
Nancy Noel
Betty J. Feuchtenberger
Evelyn Gail Gilbert
Elizabeth Richards
Ann
Totsy Cregger
Joe Blosser
Shirley Ann Gottlieb
Jackie Turley
Miss Mats
Nancy Blaydes
Agnes Suppee
Betty Holmes
Mary McCue
Frances Walker
Christine Bruch
Helen MceCue
Local Residents Visit Nearby Friends and Family
Mr and Mrs H B Luke of Philadelphia and former Bluefield residents visit friends this week. Mrs Frank E B Hudgina spends a few days at Kimball. Mrs Robert Merchant of Columbia SC visits her mother Mrs James W Bailey in Jefferson street. Mrs Ralph Carter ill at home on Highland avenue hosts are FE B Fogleman and Mrs Fogleman from Clarksville VA and Mrs W C Moody and Mr Moody of Mt Airy NC. Mrs W T Alrich of Mt Airy visits sister Mrs Ralph Carter for several days. Stuart Morgan, Fox pharmacy pharmacist, takes a few days off for a visit to Richmond VA. Mrs Coram Cunningham Jr arrives from Miami FL for Christmas holidays. Ruth Portis at St Luke's hospital improves. Jimmy England, son of Mr and Mrs J M England, moves to Parkersburg for a new job.
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Frank EB. Hudgina
Kimball
Robert Merchant
Columbia
James W. Bailey
Jefferson Street
Ralph Carter
Highland Avenue
FE. B. Fogleman
Fogleman
Clarksville
W. C. Moody
Mr. Moody
Mt. Airy
N. C
Coram Cunningham Jr
Miami
Fla
Ruth Portis
St. Luke's Hospital
Jimmy England
J. M. England
Parkersburg
Sacred Heart School presents impressive Christmas play
Sacred Heart School staged Wonder Night at the K of C hall before a large audience. Michelina Monaco as the Blessed Mother and Tony Battaglino as St Joseph led a cast including Roy Beem Jr. and Mary Buzzo. The Nativity story was enhanced by fine costumes, tableaux, and songs. Father G V Gocke delivered a brief closing talk.
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K. of C Hall
Sacred Heart School
Sistera
Michelina Monaco
Mother
Tony Battaglino
St. Joseph
Gloria Lynch
Mary Buzzo
G. V. Gocke
Sacred Heart Church
Bluefield Public Library to Open Half Day Amid Shortage
The Bluefield Public Library announces reduced hours starting Monday December 23 due to lack of funds. It will operate 12:30 to 5 p.m. with overdue book fines cancelled and requests for immediate returns. The library will be closed Christmas Day.
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Bluefield
The Light of the Christmas Star Pageant at College Avenue
A pageant entitled The Light of the Christmas Star will be presented Sunday evening at 8 o clock in College Avenue Baptist church. The production divides into four episodes exploring the Christmas theme with groups including Rabbi Maids of Synagogue Maids of Bethlehem Shepherds and Wise Men. A echo choir will provide the music and the stage will feature greenery lights and a Christmas tree.
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College Avenue Baptist Church
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Hershel Garvin Sawyer
Elizabeth Earnest Circle
Leslie
N. & W. Depot War
Madam Lesiie
Kappa Omicron
Oakford
Telegraph Commercial Printing Co
Mat. Suede
Allen
Fiery
Chlossbergs
Thurston
Clover Club Dance
Business Woman’s Circle
Calvary W. M. S
RAY Matz School
H. B. Luke
Philadelphia
Betty Lee
Shoe & Dress Shop
J. W. Waters Co. Jewelers
Federal St
Lowman
Eversharp
Schlossberg’ S
Princeton Ave
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