Canning Demonstrations Led by Pocahontas Home Economists
In Pocahontas Virginia on June 2 Miss Donna Cline will assist Miss Harriet Perkins in conducting canning demonstrations as part of the Boisseva white meeting. Demonstrations are scheduled for June 12 and June 15 with times posted at company stores for homemakers to attend. The week long vaca school begins June 4 at 8 30 a m. and continues through the week. Betty Franklin David Skewes Josephine Harmett Jackie Hurley Wanda Sluss and Mrs Dennen are noted for piano training and public performances at Pocahontas High School marking Dennens 27 years of teaching dedication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pocahontas
Donna Cline
Harriet Perkins
Welch
Pmibie
Gelork
E Vaca
J Dennen
Pocahontas High
Betty Franklin
David Skewes
Josephine Harmett
Jackie Hurley
Wanda Sluss
Dennen
Prisoner Poindexter Liberated by Russians
Mrs. C C exter received a cablegram from her son Pvt Dwight D Poindexter on May 28 reporting his liberation by the Russians from a German prison camp. He was captured in March 1945 and says he is leaving for America within two weeks.
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C. C.exter
Pvt
Dwight D. Poindexter
Pvt.exter
Ame
Trouble Shooter Happy Over Germany Surrender News
Cpl. Hamilton Pauley of Jas and the 1152nd Signal Company in the 60th Air unit expressed relief at Germany's unconditional surrender. He noted a long road ahead and avoided celebrating prematurely. Pauley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Witten Pauley, enlisted February 1942 and went overseas February 1944.
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Germany
Cpl
Hamilton Pauley
Jas
1152Nd
60Th
Pau
Witten Pauley
Memorial Service Led by Thean Legion on Memorial Day
Memorial Day service was conducted Wednesday evening by the Thean Legion with a tribute to fallen soldiers and several six star citations. Clarence Smith of Va., an attorney, spoke on self discipline and dedication, delivering a masterful address that held the audience’s attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Hal Rankin
Thean Legion
Hhe Legion
Coman Renkin Ae
Clarence Smith
Ceshald
Family Moves to Columbus After 31 Years in Pocahontas
A Pocahontas couple relocates to Columbus Ohio after thirty one years in Pocahontas. Their son Lt Joe has left for Miami Beach on twenty one days leave. Lt Dobos has been in Iceland for the past twenty one months.
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Pocahontas
Columbus
Ohio
Joe
Miami Beach
Fla
Dobos
Iceland
Recital Planned by Mrs A. Pupil Group at Pocshontas Baptist
Mrs A. will send her pupils in a recital at Pocshontas Baptist Church in Pocshontas Va on Friday June. The public is invited to attend the event.
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Pam
A. Will
Pocshontas Baptist
Ae Va
Mullens WV Construction Edges In On Depot Front
Construction work in Mullens West Virginia near the Virian Railway depot begins with concrete cribbing for a retaining wall and new road above it along Andotte Avenue. The project aims to widen the street and runs toward Secong street, expecting completion by end of next week or the week after.
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Mullens
W. Va
Virian
Andotte Avenue
Secong Street
Barrett survivor from two sunken warships arrives in San Francisco
George W. Barrett coxswain of Gleners is among survivors of two warships destroyed by enemy air action near Okinawa and has arrived in San Francisco per a Norfolk Virginia release. Mullens Community Forum meets at Ben Dunman school to set a $1100 playground budget for two sites, appoints George M. Noley as project A director, notes progress on South Mullens equipment, and schedules June 16 tag day with Effie Delp in charge.
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George W. Barrett
Gleners
Okinawa
San Franccisco
Norfolk, Va
Barrett
Mullens
Ben Dunman
George M. Noley
Edward Pollanick
St Hash
South Mullens
Tars
Effie Delp
C. D. Fisher
Mullens serviceman awarded Purple Heart in European conflict
Pfc Burnett McKinney of Mullens has returned from service outside the continental United States and is being processed for the army European campaign ribbon with three battle stars and the Purple Heart for wounds in combat. He has served since October 18, 1940, and Major Woodrow Cook, son of Mg and Mrs P C Cook, of Mullens, is noted in the same notice.
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Ptc
Burnett McKinney
Mullens
United States
Woodrow Cook
P. C. Cook
Mul
Infant son of Hollins dies in Stephenson
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hollins of Stephenson died at home on May 27. Burial was at Sunset Memorial Park in Beckley on Tuesday. He is survived by his parents and brothers James Hollins and Gene Hollins.
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George Hollins
Stephenson
Sunset Memorial Park
Beckley
James Hollins
Gene Holns
Local War Bond Drive Ranks Mullens Sellers
Carl F. Clifford of Hotel Wyoming led Mullens with 600 dollars in bonds sold during the seventh war loan drive. Mullens Dollar Store staff moved 7 400 dollars, G C Mu company workers 4 075 dollars, Vic Schafer of Schafer's Shoe Shop 1 200 dollars, with other smaller sales bringing the total to 18 200 dollars reported by B T Hash.
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Mullens
Carl F. Clifford
Wyoming
Mullen
G. C. Mu Company
Vic Schafer
Schafer
B. T. Hash
Princeton News Quartet Auditions Arranged in New York
Pendleton director and Mrs Ruby Basham will accompany Herbert Guinn Charles Morris Darrell Candler and James station for auditions in New York. Housing arrangements are set and civic and school groups cooperate with Thorn school and Junior Woman's Club participation.
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Coves Pendleton
Ruby Basham
Herbert Guinn
Charlies Morris
Darrell Candler
James Station
New York
Bowes
Probe Air
Civic
Stations
T In Thorn
Junior Woman's Club
Women of Moose Princeton Chapter 355 Meeting Report
At a Friday meeting Mrs. Virginia Bre vins chaired the Mooseheart committee program. Thelma Caffee was initiated. A special event is planned for next Friday night as a prelude to officer installation later in the month. The Mary and Martha Guild met at 2:30 with Mrs. C. R. Hare in the Brown apartment on Main Street.
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The
Women of Moose
Princeton
Virginia Brevins
Mooseheart Committee
Thelma Caffee
Mary and
Martha Guild
Mrs. C. R. Hare
Brown
Main Street
Marriage of M. PF and Michon in Washington
Mr and Mrs M P F announce their marriage after his 39 months service in the south Pacific. Mrs Michon has run a Washington beauty shop in recent years and now resides at 418 H street Washington.
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M. PF
Nenesebty
South Pacific
Michon
Washinton
Come SS
Washington
Princeton hospital unit forms for soldiers payroll
A newly organized payroll setup at the city’s General Hospital section for the Pleasure arm soldiers. The arrangement outlines salary details and administrative steps for disbursement.
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Soldiers General Hospital
Princeton
Community volunteer council plans patient entertainment
At a Thursday meeting chaired by John M Dunn the council named officers including L G Bowling Jr treasurer and Miss Gordon Ball secretary. Members will select representatives to a quarterly volunteer program to furnish items for patient events. goals include 3000 yards ribbon 500 doilies and 180 bingo prizes donated by clubs or individuals.
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Christ
John M. Dunn
L. G. Bowling, Jr
Gordon Ball
I. M. Smith
J. P. Dyer
Community recital at Memorial features Bailey and teens
Mrs Ray Bailey leads a piano recital Monday night at Memorial Hall. Performers include Nancy area Charles Bird Tommy and David Pen.
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Ray Bailey
Nancy Area
Charles Bird
Tommy
David Pen
Pythian Sisters and Knights Celebrate Nancy's Twenty
On Thursday evening in Walkers, the Pythian Sisters of Mayflower Temple with the Knights of Pythias and their families and guests celebrated Nancy, the temple's twenty year old daughter, who was entertained during the event.
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Walkers
Pythian Sisters of Mayflower Temple
Knights of Pythias
Nancy
Five Members Form A Circle Of Magic In Aude
Aude hosts a small magic circle brief featuring five members, showcasing quick tricks and shared artistry. The gathering emphasizes close collaboration and local audience engagement.
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Aude
Daughters of Ruth Circle Meets at First Christian Church
The Daughters of Ruth circle at First Christian Church met on Friday for a social hour. P-Nut pals were revealed and Refreshments were served as plans for the new year were discussed.
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Daughters of Ruth Circle
First Christian Church
Sain Oor Aretith
Navy couple welcomes son Clarence Edward Ball Jr.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Edward Ball Jr announce the birth of a son on Tuesday May 29 at Memorial hospital. The infant weighing eight and a half pounds is named Clarence Edward III. The father serves in the U S Navy in the South Pacific and the mother is formerly Miss McLain Bowling of this city.
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Clarence Edward Ball
Memorial Hospital
Clarence Edward
ITI
Ball
U.S. Navy
South Pacific
McLain
Bluefield Woman's Club Invites Attendance Monday Afternoon
The Bluefield Woman's Club extends an invitation to attend a team gathering Monday afternoon from 3 to 5. Members and guests are welcome to join and participate in the organized program and discussion sessions.
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Bluefield Woman's Club
Princeton chapter No 53 meets to elect officers
O'clock in the Jackion social room Bluefield. Princeton chapter No. 53 O. E. & will hold a stated meeting at 8 o'clock. Abbie Millis Worth and A. C. officers will be elected at this meeting.
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Jackion
Bluefield
C. E
Princeton
Oo. E
Abbie Millis
Worth
A. C
Ilis
First OP Lane church service at her home Monday
A brief notice states a church event at the home of an individual on Monday at unspecified o clock. No further details or full location are provided in readable text.
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OP Lane
Princeton Garden Club June Meeting Held At Bodell Home
The Princeton Garden Club will hold a June meeting at 2:30 in the afternoon at Mrs. Russell Bodell's Main street home. Mrs. Brown of Mrs. a ma leads the afternoon in charge while Mrs. Paul Hilliard of Bluefield will be guest speaker.
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Princeton Garden Club
Russell Bodell
A Brown
Paul Hilliard
Bluefield
Farm Women's Club Meeting Planned at Brush Creek
The Brush Creek Farm Women’s Club will meet at 2 o'clock Wednesday at the home of Mrs. George Cook for a local gathering and discussion.
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Farm Womans Club
Brush Creek Farm Womans Club
George Cook
Mrs Tinder to Host June Meeting of D A R Chapter
Mrs F S Tinder will be hostess for the June meeting of Matthew Frenchch of D A R. The notice signals a local chapter event with plans and hosting duties outlined for members and guests.
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F. S. Tinder
Matthew Frenchch
Octacle Five Circle Event Noted by Presbyterian Auxiliary
Circle No. 5 of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Presbyterian Church meets at 8 o'clock at the home of Mrs. McGlothlin for a planned gathering and activities. The notice highlights the time, venue, and host.
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Octacle
Womans Auxiliary
the Presbyterian
Mercer Street Couple Welcome Baby Daughter
Mr and Mrs Pierce B Smith of Mercer Street announce the birth of a daughter born Thursday morning. The new arrival adds joy to the family and will likely be welcomed by relatives and neighbors.
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Pierce B. Smith
Mercer Street
Witt Visit Sparks Bramwell Talk of News
Bramwell residents report Miss Witt, recently visiting the town from unclear origins, drawing attention with her presence and rumored plans during a quiet June day in Bramwell West Virginia.
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Bramwell
W. Va
Social notes mention residents visiting and traveling
To her home in Cincinnati Ohio and Pic Cowan returned to his post in Benning Ga Miss Peggy Hill who is several days with her Parents and Mrs W B Hill has carried to Washington as her Lt Stion a are parents Mr and Mrs W B Hill Francis A OBrien of Arlington he visited his grandmother Emma F OBrien two days the past week Miss Edith Cromer of Boston Mass is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Leon Cromer Mrs J T Barton was called to Princeton on Tuesday by the illness of her son Charlie Barton
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Mullens
Cpl
Hazel
WAC
Fort Leonard Wood
Lykens
Maurice Hall
Joe B. M. Hall
C. Clark
Italy
Edith Cook
Billy Hog James Richmond
Wpeeaton
Camp Davis
Cora Buenend
Everett Lee Blevins
Glen Fork
U.S. S. Naval Air Station
Hitchcock
Texas
Blevins
Zane Scott
Grace Scott
Herndon
San Diego
Calif
Scott
Iwo Jima
States
Cincinnati
Ohio
Pic
Cowan
Benning
Peggy” Hill
W. B. Hill
Washington
Stlon A
Francis A. O’brien
Arlington
Emma F. O’brien
Edith Cromer
Boston
Mass
Leon Cromer
J. T. Barton
Princeton
Charlie Barton
The Hummingbird’s Dash Sets Speed Record
A brief note reports the tiny hummingbird moves with unmatched speed in quick, spasmodic flights. Tests indicate no bird can match its rapid dashes, highlighting the extraordinary rapidity of the species.
Condenser Plates Store Car Charge In Electrical Device
An article describes an electrical condenser device with plates that store a charge for powering circuits. It explains the principle of capacitors where plates hold electric energy when connected to a source.
Furnished Rooms With Private Bath Near Clark Ave
Two furnished rooms with private bath available for July and August. Close to Mrs. Redman’s boarding house on Clark Avenue.
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Vate Bath
Clark Ave
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Pocahontas Baptist
John H. Sproles
Yeetha Bet
A.V. Sproles
Tly
Cairn- Sohnesa
C. W. Harrell
New York City
Pocahontas Puel Company
Sam Milchen
Jerry
Florida
Captain Milchen
Jacksonville
Hal Renkin
Joe Paymie
Palm Springs
Water Street
Heldreth
Daugh
J. Bailey, Jr
Gene Lanpester
Etme
Bertolk
Lee
South Ben
Kalamazoo
Wall
Hawrassee College
Tenn
Mullens, W. Va
Princeton News
Hospital Council
Gye Back Aeh As
Sapre
Santon’ S
W. Ya
Virginian Maytag CO
Womans Club
D. A. R. Meeting
Montcalm
Alvin Smith
Tulsa
Okla
Pentecostal Holiness Church
Font Conmiey
Coalfields
C. N. Kirby
Riverside Drive
Kirby Brothers
West VA
Lilly Land Company
Princeton, W. Va
Lilly Land CO
WHIS
WJLS
WBRW
Bluefield Office Law & Commerce
Pearisburg
Beckley Office
Raleigh County Sink Building
Lucy Calfee
This City
Bramwell, W. VA
Mrs. Redman
Walker Street
Westinghouse
Philco
Delco
Truetone Auto
A. Barbery
Athens
Oakvale
Pigeon Creek
Cew Rock Road
Rock
Matoaka Road
Semon Creek
Thos. A. Barbery
Athens, W
Princeton- Beckley Road
Beautiful Valley
West Virginia
Virginian Hotel
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