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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1939
Page
11
The passage reflects on wealthy families like the Tafts, Fletchmans, and Albers owning million dollar homes while noting life’s meaning lies beyond money. It contrasts humble life with opulent mansions and asserts that rain and sun bring life to all, regardless of status, as wealth eventually fades.
The article urges Tazewell County officials to ensure every home in the area has screens. It notes past health gains like removing pig pens and confining cattle, but warns about flies entering homes and threatening babies. Public health literature should warn about house flies as germ carriers.
Ward Ratcliffe of Bluefield Virginia completes work at Cincinnati University. He is the son of Mr and Mrs J. Ratcliffe.
The invitation of United States Senator Byrd of Virginia to deliver the trial address may be significant. Byrd recently was invited to Chicago for an address to businessmen amid national notice of his opposition to debt funded budgets.
An old timer predicted blackberry winter bringing rain as Thompson area reports a hail storm. Taze well county described as beautiful and growing amid the unsettled weather.
Protest voiced against salary reductions for teachers in Tazewell County as several faculty positions face cuts next term. Activists warn pay slashes will affect education. opposition cites impact on students and local schools.
Local column recounts Roy Neel and family seeking contact with film star Hoot Gibson. Neel's son Roy, at age 12, attended a picture show featuring Gibson and pursued a chance to meet the actor across the continent.
The Graham Methodist church marks Loyalty Month with weekly Sunday services and a monthly communion. Old People's Day draws a large elderly attendance. the second Sunday features Laymen's Day with a special committee in charge. Services are at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sundays.
The Graham Methodist church begins its annual vacation school Monday at 9 a m for children aged four to eleven. Classes run until 11 15 each day and continue through this week and next.
A Masonic event in Graham features a 6 30 p m banquet in the Masonic banquet hall with Wade H Frazier as toastmaster. Rev E W Hughes to give the invocation, music by Eastern Star members, and Master Masons to attend from Pocahontas Rocky Gap Narrows Pearlsburg Roanoke with Raleigh H Tabor presiding.
Virginia side personals list visits and homecomings with names such as Ann Baylor of Richmond visiting Miss Longworth and Margie Thorn at Jonah’s Slats. Also noted are Jerry and Martha Isburgh, Claudine Peery, Tom Jarrette, Louise Worley returning from Richmond, Lara Lawson from Roanoke, and Creed Benbow visiting relatives.
The article notes that the birds are eight weeks old before being turned out on range to catch insects, integrating pest control with growing practices.
Senator Haws outlined the Jesse James killing after studying the James gang. Jesse James died at his home with a motive tied to a $10,000 reward. The Ford brothers reportedly received only a small share while officials who aided the killing shared the rest.
Eddie Steele leads goodwill efforts after a tense chat with Richlands officials at a meeting that aimed to mend relations under the New Deal era. local clubs Rotary and Kiwanis in Richlands stay active, with platform involvement planned for a future event.
A fragment notes a resident named Spey living out of town and his wife finding cars parked along a bluefield area. She walked a block to reach a store and commented that something should be done about the parking situation.
Miss Ruth Longsworth counted at Mil Ric and Tazewell boosting the lightning bug club. Miss Glenna Edmunds joined a lightning lodge on South College avenue as the group staged a magic lantern traffic light display.
The Bluefield Virginia Woman's Club will convene Tuesday at 8 PM with hostess Mrs. H C Callaway on Tazewell avenue. Members Mrs H F Slocum and Mrs Marshall Sinclair are confirmed attendees.
Anglers around Bluefield boast of their technique but the American otter proves king of the trout stream. A quick dive captures breakfast in its paws, outpacing any fish as the otter springs into the water.
A Wildwood report notes locusts singing early in the morning under bright skies. The piece suggests examining trees for potential damage and questions if this melody signals an upcoming 17 year locust cycle.
Estimated total per capita operating costs at Leavenworth Kansas federal facilities stand at 91.4 cents for the current year.
Tazewell Virginia on June 3 reports the Women's Club final season meeting at Mrs. Harman's home. Officers elected include Mrs. A B as president and Mrs. Gill as president under bylaws. Mrs. Jespie and Mrs. Gillespie hold key posts. Community events, travel plans, and local visits are noted, with multiple residents engaging in nearby towns.
The announcement outlines plans for the Four County convention held across Southwest Virginia. It notes Theo’s anticipated elevation to Dr. M. L. Combs, and references Mary W and Pred eric c. 2 dent of schools in Kanan county, with plans to be enacted by selected individuals from the area.
A local department store transfers ownership duties to Stanley Brothers as managers take charge of stock and daily operations for the firm.
In a brief item, Sue Pabst received recognition for perfect attendance alongside June Cregar. The report mentions instructors or supervisors and highlights continued participation in ongoing patrol leadership activities.
The district lists five schools receiving awards for arts progress as total figures approach 10 000. County funds through board appropriations have funded past years, while some salary reductions and land tracts are paused as school officials study revenue sheets.
Memorial Day observances were held with the United Daughters of the Confederacy as sponsor though neither 99-year-old veteran George W. Burnett of Claypool Hill nor 91-year-old C. W Matthews of Bluefield attended. Reverend J. A. Houston Patterson and C. F. Lundy led devotionals during visits to Confederate soldier graves, with concluding features of the program including tea.
An irregular afternoon gathering hosted at a Mrs residence highlighted a feature described as a Tazewell fair with details to be finalized at a future meeting led by George.
Yards Va pupils held the final meeting of the term at the school Friday with about 4 attendance. President Mrs H E Turman was elected along with officers Green Barnhill and Epperson. The group adjourned to meet at the opening of the next term.
Mrs. Hazel Updyke and her daughter Mary from Mechanisburg, V2., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Williams. Ted Williams at Enos. Mrs. Mat Meilie and Lambert, who has been ill for some time, remains about the same.
Richlands boys form a junior baseball team hoping for strong citizen support after a late, poorly supported season. The article urges Rotary or Kiwanis clubs to take over the team so the boys can enjoy wholesome activity.
Johnny Neilson returned home from Rochester Minnesota after attending the funeral of foster father Dr Charles Mayo famed Mayo Brothers Clinic surgeon. Richlands beat Raven 9 to 2 as Jesses led with a homer two doubles and a single in five at bats. Jesse batted .800 while Roscoe Young held a .750 era with five hits allowed 14 Richlands hits and 9 runs.
The Young People's Society of the Presbyterian church organized a picnic at Michael's Pond on Friday. Nearly twenty participants attended the outing with some members arriving and leaving at different times.
The Rev. Ashley Johnson will conduct services at the Presbyterian church tonight Sunday June 4 at 8 p m. He is the new worker in the Young People’s society and hails from Georgia after years at Union Theological Seminary in Richmond Virginia.
The Richlands softball league remains at a standstill after heavy rain halted eight scheduled games. Only one improvised contest occurred, a practice match between the Grand Nationals and Walkers, won by the Nationals 11 to 1.
The Younge's society of the Presbyterian church met Sunday night at 7 15 with Six of Richlands as speaker. He discussed Thought in two courses named First Thought and Wrong Thought. Mrs Laura Beavers aged 63 died last Saturday night May 28 from cancer at Raven Nest branch. Funeral services were held Monday at 11 with Rev Waldron officiating. She is survived by her husband John R Beavers four sons Glenn Walter Rufus of Cedar Bluff Vernon of Atwell WV three daughters Riley Lowe Mrs Ezra ns and Patsy Beavers of Cedar Bluff Va.
A seven pound boy named James Stuart was born to Mr and Mrs Stuart Kennedy. Mother and baby are doing well at the Clinch Valley clinic. The Richlands Kiwanis Club will be entertained at dinner Tuesday evening at 6:30 at Cedar Bluff Presbyterian Church by the club’s guest speaker.
A school event drew a large crowd breaking attendance records. Students danced in pink and blue decor as Miss Vivian and Miss Allen, graduates of the current class, were honored.
Robert Jessee, son of I. T. Jessee, graduated from Richlands High School and holds the attendance record for Richlands School. He was never tardy or absent in eleven years of school. In spring 1936 he nearly lost his cause.
The Radford State Teachers College alumna Billie Sue McConnell announces her engagement to Eugene H. Hurst of Richlands and Max Meadows Virginia. The wedding is set for June 14. Hurst is with Richlands Funeral Home and is the son of C L Hurst.
Shankel, a veteran with iG for over two decades, is celebrated for dedication and service reaching the 20 year milestone. The company recognizes his contributions and loyalty as part of a broader staff anniversary commemoration.
The Fidelis of the Methodist church conducted an all day meeting on Thursday June 1 with attendees bringing lunches and a dinner served at the church. After lunch a social hour followed before business resumed.
Mrs Clarence Jessee tendered her resignation as chief operator of the Bluefield Telephone company local exchange. She has ten years of service and previously led the office, to be replaced by Breve Ree Hale of Welch.
All members are requested to be present for a meeting on Tuesday at the West End location. The notice emphasizes attendance and coordination for the group’s upcoming activities.
The pupils of Miss Rosalie Ire son and Mrs. Viola Ratliff will be presented in a musical on Friday June 9 in the Richlands high school auditorium.
J E Christian arrives home for summer with parents. Youne Christian studies at Fork Union Mill in Huntington West Virginia. Dr and Mrs E L Jackson move to the Fletcher apartments Front Street while home is remodeled. Dr and Mrs Lynwood Parley of Tazewell occupy the Farcated. Miss Blanche Nipper leaves Tuesday for Roanoke to visit sister Mrs B T Umbarger for several weeks.
Juanita Sargent is buried near here with two sisters Mary and Lillian. Burial took place at Hankina Cemetery.
Mrs. W. M. Horan and Mrs. T. G. Phillips visit Narcie B. Pletcher. Elizabeth Powell visits Lindsey before leaving for Shenandoah Valley. The Kellys return from Greensboro as Helen pursues Radford State Teacher’s College. Various students and families attend graduations and plan trips to Farmville and Philadelphia, New York, and Los Angeles.
Ershel Simms of Hinton visited Bailey over the weekend. Ed French and sons of Jenkin Jones spent Sunday with Dillie French, who has heart trouble but is improving. J Hunnel and son Donald returned to Switchback after visiting her ill father T J Durham. Cordie Mae Stowers of Rocky Gap visited the Caudill home over the weekend.
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