Bluefield Princeton Directory Promotes Civic And Industrial Life
The 1925 Bluefield and Princeton city directory from R L Polk presents an extensive reference to civic, social, commercial and industrial activity. It catalogs names, addresses, occupations, government data, business ads, street guides, and a Princeton section, highlighting population growth and local commerce.
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R. L. Polk
Bluefield City
Princeton
Bluefield
W. Va
Chamber of Commerce
Early law aimed to silence wife beating after nine
London reports a contemporay copy of an old statute showing the first action against domestic violence was to curb noise rather than cruelty. It forbids any sudden outcry after nine in the night by a man accused of beating his wife or servant, with a penalty of 3s 4d, about 83 cents in American money.
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London
Duel in Covered Wagon in Leeds Wounds Couple
In Leeds England Mr and Mrs Hugh Towsey fought a revolver duel in their covered wagon home. Both were badly wounded in the dark clash.
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Leeds
Eng
Hugh Towsey
Peggy Page Dress Line Offers New Short Coat Styles
The brief mentions Peggy Page line of dresses and introduces new short coat styles described as delightfully different, reflecting fashion notes and product highlights.
The New Shoes Arrive in Ladies Footwear
New arrivals in the ladies shoe department include black patent black kid and black satin styles with low medium and high heels. Prices range from six eighty five to ten dollars.
Cash Purchase Ticket Refunds Drawn For Sealed Date
The notice instructs customers to present cash purchase tickets stamped and dated to obtain refunds. Refunds will be issued for every ticket matching the selected date. The date is sealed in an envelope and unknown to the sales staff.
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Pedigo’s
Fall Stetson Hats Arrive with Smart Style and Pride
New Fall Stetson hats arrive, offering satisfaction and pride in possession. The article highlights the hat's smart style and the way it enhances appearance for wearers.
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JW Spray
Peggy Page
Rience
Ing
Daily Telegraph
Packard
Packard Six
H. E. Mattox
Bluefield Avenue
ONF
New
Stetsons
EB. S. Pedigo Company
Princeton Ave
Bland St
Bluefield, West Va
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