Bluefield Kiwanis Club lauded for record year
J Sheb Dudley president praised members for their cooperation as the Bluefield Kiwanis Club marked one of its most successful years. A detailed sketch by Charles Pearson Jr illustrated year highlights. Dudley received a retirement tribute at the luncheon, with installation planned next Monday at the West Virginia hotel. Visitors included Robert L Pernsinger of Covington and Ted Jr son of Kiwanian Bartsock.
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Bluefield Kiwanis Club
J. Sheb Dudley
Dudley
Charles Pearson. Jr
Board of Directors
West Virginian
Robert L. Persinger
Covington, Va
Tedat Jr
Bartsock
In 1942 as in 1941 will find choice food and 7 cm times
In wartime Britain readers are urged to note that 1942 will bring plentiful food and the seven centimeter measure remains a standard for guidance, reflecting rationing realities and daily life during the war.
Death of Henry Shawver 44 Norfolk and Western painter
Henry Shawver a 44 year old Norfolk and Western painter was found dead in his Corbin building room on Stewart street yesterday at 10 am. Magistrate W McNeal coroner ruled death from a heart attack. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 1 30 pm from his mother Mrs Martha E Shawvers Bluefield Virginia home with Rev J D Kitchen officiating. Pallbearers will be members of the Norfolk and Western paint shop. He is survived by his mother two sisters Mrs W R Lawson and Mrs C C Walker of Bluefield and three brothers Dr J W Shawver of Tazewell C B Shawver of Dickinson Md and D Shawver of Bland.
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Henry Shawver
Corbin
Stewart Street
W. McNeal
Shawver
Martha E. Shawver
Bluefield
J. D. Kitchen
Norfolk and Western Paint Oe
Shawver's Mill
Pan
W. R. Lawson
C. C. Walker
J. W. Shawver
Tazewell
Burial to take place at Maple Hill at 3 this afternoon
Service will be held at the home of D. G. Carbaugh in West Graham at 3 o'clock this afternoon with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery.
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D. G. Carbaugh
West Graham
Maple Hill
Lingayen Drive Shapes Up For Manila Battle
The article notes Japanese assault focusing on Lingayen toward Manila with a well defined push through tough terrain. General MacArthur plans a full scale battle on favorable ground as American forces strengthen and await decisive combat north of Manila.
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Manila
MacArthur
Big Island
Fly Island
Hawaii
Pacific
Luzon
Washington
Tokyo
Bluefield discusses wartime impact on business and civil defense
At a Bluefield meeting the chamber of commerce debated federal economy in non essential war capes and how the war will reshape local commercial life. Mayor William C Snyder announced civilian defense plans with a manpower registration starting Monday at city hall and potential police protection shifts as the city adjusts to wartime needs.
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CCC Cn
Chamber of Commerce
Bluefield
William C. Snyder
Ie Sue Aere
Biustiol
PBI
Car Tabor
Apes Fe
Cota
British raid on Vaagso Maalag islands reports heavy damage
British commandos raided Vaagso and Maalay islands off Norway causing destruction of tanks munition stores and a buna rubber plant. The action involved land sea and air forces in a coordinated strike with ships sunk and enemy casualties reported, part of a busy weekend offensive.
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Adolf Hillers
Vaagso
Maalay Islands
Norway
Netherlands
Vangso
Manley
Sia
RAF
Frontline report shows troops consolidating before attack
Chlala notes northern front move as troops consolidate and prepare for a major assault. Ordinary citizens express resolve to support the fight against perceived enemy tactics. Radio commentator Ignacio Javier accuses Japan of using propaganda and intimidation via churches and colleges as open city threats emerge.
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Ignacio Javier
Jimmy's Restaurant Offers Fresh Seafood and Prime Dinners
Make a good impression on your out of town guests with Jimmy's Restaurant. Enjoy smart Blue for dinner and fielders delicious food acclaimed by Bluefielders and visitors alike. Savor steak chicken and seafood dinners with live soft shell crabs and Maine lobsters displayed in the windows.
Bradley's Announces Deep Reductions and New Arrivals
Bradley's unveils an in store sale with suits and coats marked down for a few days. Hats priced at 1.95 and 2.95 plus a 1.00 assortment. Mimeograph paper and prints offered at special prices. Also notes on brief foreign military air activity near Manila with reported bombardment and anti aircraft losses.
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Bradley's
TNT Plant Planned Near Point Pleasant WV
Representative Johnson said the War Department would build a 55 million dollar TNT plant near Point Pleasant Mason County West Virginia. He cited options for a site covering 8000 to 120000 acres and said Roosevelt approved the plan.
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Point Pleasant
Washington
Johnson
D-Wva
War Department
Mason County
West Se
Roosevelt
West Virginia
Department
Nout
Allied Chemical Company
Frank W. Archer Heads Princeton U Chapter
Frank W. Archer of Bluefield was named head of the Princeton University chapter. I. N. Smith Jr. of Charleston was elected president.
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Frank W. Archer
Princeton U
Bluefield
I. N. Smith, Jr
Charleston
Tobacco firm rejects voluntary ceiling request on price rise
Henderson urged voluntary restraint while the price administrator prepared a ceiling order to halt cigarette hikes. The Tobacco Company cited strong earnings and defense-boom volumes and refused to withhold the advance despite talks.
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Henderson
Pell
Wings Position
OPA
Tobacco Company
Arnold
Front pages rally for war pressure against Germany
The paper emphasizes Hitler as the main foe and notes the United States aligning with the anti axis coalition. Radio reports claim Moscow and Tula are freed after defeats near Mozhaisk and the advances around Maloyaroslavets. On Kalinin front a Russian victory claims to have captured an infantry regiment headquarters as German counterattacks near Leningrad fail.
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Hitler
United States
Ate Altale
Bankin
Pamerine Seendenstan
Moscow
Tula
Mozhaisk
Maloyaroslavets
Kalinin
Leningrad
Pravda
Italian Divisions Resist Then Fall in Brief Front-Line Clash
Italian divisions faced stiff resistance before being driven from a position in a brief front-line engagement. Reports indicate determined defense by Italian units and a retreat as heavier forces pressed the line.
Greenbrier turns away guests amid peak season
The giant establishment in the heart of town faced action described by O'Brien as turning away new guests during the warm months, highlighting seasonal strain on capacity and policy.
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O’brien
Japanese Envoy Party Arrives in Hot Springs for Exchange
About 80 Japanese from the Washington embassy led by Ambassador Kichi Nomura and special envoy Saburo Kurusu arrived in Hot Springs on a state department escorted train. Officials said the trip was without incident and that other groups from Japanese consulates are expected to join the exchange of visitors with Japan.
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Hot Springs
Washington
Kichi Nomura
Saburo Kurusu
State Department
U. S
Japan
Departmental Cooperation Aims for Short Policy Phase
The Department in Washington requests cooperation and signals a brief policy period. Officials say the State department expects to complete other sections of the country within four to five weeks.
Scom Railway Announces Key Personnel Moves
Officials disclosed changes at Scom Railway affecting Roanoke and Norfolk offices. Rand replaces A. E. Suter, promoted to commercial agent. A. F P. Schafhirt advanced to assistant freight traffic manager in charge of rates and divisions at Norfolk. W. P. Ayers confirmed promotions and retirements.
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H. M
Roanoke
Norfolk
W. P. Ayers
Rand
A. E. Suter
A. F P. Schafhirt
H. E Mitchel
T. E. McAndrews
Railway
Book of Revelation Sermon Topic At Boothby Tonight
Evangelist Robert L. Boothby will present a study of Revelation chapters 1 and 2 at Mansell Tabernacle Bluefield area. Lectures feature telescope images and sky wonders. Boothby’s evangelistic team also airs daily on WHIS at 3:30 and Saturdays at 1:15.
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Mansell Tabernacle
Tabernacle
Bluefield
Arese
Robert L. Boothby
Mons
WHIS
Norfolk and Western Railroad Personnel Moves and Promotions
A series of Norfolk and Western staff changes outlines shifts from yardmasters to maintenance engineers across divisions including Scioto, Pocahontas, Tug Fork, and Bluefield. Key moves feature McGuire, Lightfoot, Pelter, Hale, Kahle, Alley, Carter, Porter, Bettis, Crumpler, and Crumpler’s ascent to maintenance engineer with stationing in Roanoke, Pulaski, and Bluefield.
Churchill calls for greater Canadian war effort in broadcast appeal
British Prime Minister Churchill, en route to Washington for strategy talks, pledges far reaching wartime decisions after consulting Canadians on Dominion roles. He leaves guarded train amid a tumultuous welcome as his speech broadcast nationally and internationally.
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Dominion
Q Churchill
Churchill
Washington
Union chieftains discuss labor disputes and appointments
Union leaders and government offices debate handling labor disputes with the War Department and the Office of Production Management. Miss Perkins cites duplication concerns. Names from Utah and Senator Davis are mentioned as part of a defense mediation effort the War Labor Board may replace, with CIO and APL opposing Davis’s appointment.
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Oe War Department
Office of Production Managemen
Miss Perkins
Utah
Eo Senate
William H . Davis
Defense Mediation
War Labor Board
APL
CIO
Devis
Jimmy's Restaurant Promotes Sizzling Dinners in Bluefield
Expecting visitors take note as Jimmy's Restaurant in Bluefield advertises National Siete ti Ges sizzling seafood dinners. The message highlights inviting meals and regional flair to attract guests.
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Jimmy
Bluefield
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COFC
Chlala
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Roanoke. Va
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Ana
Telegraph Commercial Printing Co
Bland &J
Fretwell’s
Bradley’s
Brad Bradley
Corretdor
Manila Ay
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Solstite Meres
Cincinnati
RED Top Brewing Company
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R. E. McGuire
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Norfolk & Western
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Clift Yard
Weller Yard
Auville Yard
Scioto
J. E. Lightfoot
Portsmouth
Lightfoot
Auville
Eckman
F. P. Pelter, Jr
Pelter
Pocahontas
Clift
C. H. Hale
Hale
Ayville Yard
Tug Fork
Bluefield Yard
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Kahle
Auvile Yard
R. F. Alley
Alley
H. E. Carter
Carter
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Ager of
Pulaski
Kanan
Peony
J. L. Porter
Porter
Port Gay
W. Va
W. H. Bettis
Norfolk & Western Railway
B. E.crumpler
Bettis
X. W
Crumpler
Bob Hope
By Temary Taare
Phew
Colenia
UNION
Johnny Long
His Orch
Gee
Frances Langford
Ken Murray
Don Wilson
Brenda and
Cebina
Lenore Lee
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