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Newspaper

Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1936

Page

6

Injunction Made Permanent In Bluefield Tax Case

In Princeton a permanent injunction was issued restraining Lilly Brothers and partners from enforcing a 16 dollar annual truck tax plus five dollars per ton over three tons. The ruling affects Lilly Brothers trading as Lilly Brothers. The city may appeal to the state Supreme Court. Separate cases include a rule against J J Davidson Matowka and J Thompson over eight civil actions by Thompson against Appalachian Electric Power Company. Thompson contends electric service was cut May 22 for nonpayment. P.S.C. lacks jurisdiction. Divorces granted and other civil actions noted. state road commission authorized to take possession of land in three condemnation suits.

Piuefield Odinance Traoke Lewis Lilly and Scott Lilly Lilly Brothers Howell M. Tanner Supreme Court J. Davidson Matowka J. Thompson Thompson Appalachian Electric Power Company Jung Davidson Power Company Public Service’ Commission Cora L. Reed T.R. Reed Gracie’ Meadowa Jack Bowling Te. Plaintif Rosia Ferguson Otis Wooda Woods State Road ‘Commission

Appraisers and Commissioners Named in Worley Case

Area defendants including Fanny Worley face a court session as appraisers W K R Cronglew Clyde Lilly W A Hancock G W Francisco and T C Hubbard are named with Garrett W S Crenshaw R D Payne O I Cheyney and Stiinrod as appointed commissioners to view the premises on June 16. The court will hear J H Gadd's mandamus petition to compel Princeton to call a wet dry election after council rejected a loan option creation fast. The rejection cited no budget provision for election expenses.

W. KR. Cronglew Clyde Lilly W. A. Hancock G. W. Francisco T. C. Hubbard Garrett W. S. Crenshaw R. D. Payne I Cheyney Stiinrod Fanny Worley J. H. Gadd Princeton Municipal Council

East River recount completed in primary races results posted

County court finished the East River recount showing D J Carr leading O H Susong by 14 votes in the district justice contest after precinct tallies ranged from city to rural. Key precinct totals and shifts explained, with results noted for state senate recounts and Plymouth district Democratic votes. Nellie Fultz fined for moonshine possession after arraignment.

East River D. J. Carr O. H. Susong Carr Sugong Suaong Susong Sudong Haythe Johnston Atate Senate Plymouth J. W. Wirtz J.D. Hadas Justice Nellie Fultz Giotto J.W. Repess J. B. Boyd Peace Conservator Magistrata D. T. Carr

Infant Dies and Funeral Attends in Princeton

The fifteen day old daughter of Mrs. Tom Lucus died at her mother's home Thursday afternoon. City police were contacting Lucus to arrange funeral details. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Allen of Highland and daughters Mia, W. H. Griffith, and Margaret Allen, with two sons, left Wednesday for Charlottesville to attend Evelyn Allen's funeral after her death there Tuesday. Miss Allen formerly lived in this city and attended school here for years. The family was joined by Mrs. H. O. Tabor and daughter Ina.

Tom ‘Lucus Lucus Dgy W. H. Allen Highland Mia W. H. Griffith Margaret Allen Bunter Byran Charlottesville Evelyn Miss Allen H. O. Tabor Ina Nelle Wilson Turner University of Virginia Robert Johnson Gary Ry. B. Scott T. S. Shuttebarger Scott Radford Harold Davies Jewel Ridge Huntington Misa Joyce Morgan W. ‘Chage Paul Yost Carter Hotel Gregnavore N. C Mr. Chase

PUPILS OF RAY MATZ DANCING SCHOOL PRESENT SHOW HERE

Pups of Ray Matz Dancing School stage a recital tonight at Princeton high school auditorium to benefit the Princeton high school band uniform fund. Director Mrs. W Smith presents senior junior intermediate and other groups with many named pupils performing in a lively community program.

RAY Matz Dancing School Princeton High School Princeton Mumlcat W. Smith Androld Princeton Princess Pandleton Ruth Jackson Helen Hoyes Lotsa Smith Freda Delts Patty’ Low Lilly Patty Lea Glenn Peggy Ayers Betty Ayers Norma Alexander Jean

Poultry and Eggs Market Summary for New York Region

New York poultry steady across modes on June 4. Live poultry by freight and express prices show turkeys and broilers largely unchanged, ducks higher for nearby, and eggs priced at No 1 mixed colors 1.42 lbs. Dressed and frozen turkey prices vary by grade, with most fresh and frozen items unchanged.

New York

Princeton High RHO Club Elects Officers for Next Year

The Princeton high school RHO honor club elected officers from this year's sophomores and juniors for the coming year. James Stennett is president Ted Brown vice president Don Barksdale secretary John Collingan treasurer Raymond Kaneda sergeant at arms. A two week camping trip is planned on the Greenbrier river near Ronceverte Greenbrier county tents are secured supplies will be sent next Sunday. Chaperone is Charles Whebley. Activities include swimming Viking flaking soft ball and more.

RHO Club Princeton James Stennett Ted Brown Don Barksdale John Collingan Raymond Kaneda

Plans Completed for Laying Cornerstone of Athens Masonic Home

Arrangements for the cornerstone laying of the Athens Masonic temple are set for Sunday afternoon June 7 at 2 o'clock. Ormey M. Layne of Huntington will convene the grand lodge as worshipful grand master in the absence of Grand Master W. S. White. The procession forms at the Methodist church with the school band leading to the new building. The public is invited to attend.

Masonic Temple Athens Ormey M. Layne Huntington W. Va Grand Lodge H. White Shephardstown Methodist Church

Lightning Strikes Barn Killing Sheep On Oakvale Road

Lightning struck the barn of M F 1 Reines on Oakvale road at about 6 30 pm Wednesday, setting the roof afire and tearing up the ground. A sheep was killed, neighbor J K Tuggle extinguished the blaze before Mr Barnes learned of the strike. The storm followed a long dry spell worrying farmers and gardeners.

M. F.1 Reines Oakvale Road J. K. Tuggle

Daughters of the American Revolution meet at Price Hill

Mrs. Lucille French Dixon hosted the Matthew French chapter at her Price Hill home in W Va. A 1 pm luncheon preceded a business meeting led by Regent Mrs. William Custig. Thirty six students visited Charleston on a history trip, visiting the capitol and other sites, with thanks given to Mrs. Dixon.

D. Alr Price Hill Lucille French Dixon Matthew French Daughters of the American Revolution W. Va William Custig Mra J. R.rich Princeton Charleston Capitol Dixon Ray Hylton Williamsburg Mesdames William Qualls C. R. Reynolds R. B. Bodall G. B. Halatead C. 8. Sindow Stuart Garrett I. M. Smith J. P. Dever Sam Calloway J. R. Rich L. C. Por

KINSMAN OF MOSRIES TO VISIT U.S. FROM LIVERPOOL

James Mosrie learned by cable yesterday that his brother Salim Mosrie, who left Sierra Leone months ago to work for an English construction company, will sail from Liverpool on the Cynthia arriving in New York June 16. Relatives Richard Mosrie and others will meet the ship in New York.

James’ Mosrie Cablegram Salim Mosrie Sierra Leone South Africa Eoglish Construction Company Liverpool England New York Scynthia Mr. Movie Richard Mostie

Princeton Personal Notes Reflect Local Movements

Princeton Personal items list residents visiting relatives, returning home, or traveling for events. J F Smith and Mrs J G Burton are noted ill or improving at home on South Avenue and Mercer Street. Ming Rowena Peters and Misa Reena Carr depart for Morgantown to attend a university finale. Margaret Daingerfield graduates Concord College. others visit Sum merville, Mt Airy, and Kansas City trips. Dr J Markell attends West Virginia Medical Association meeting in Fairmont with an address on program. Tony Canzoneri’s marriage to Rita Roy quoted as causing embarrassment to Mrs Ben Hershfield, Rita La Roy.

Mra J. CG Burton Mercer Street J. F. Smith South Avenue W. OG Blankenship Willlamoon Ming Rowena Peters Misa Reena Carr Morgantown W. Va University A. H. Daingerfield Charleston Princeton Athens Margaret Concord College Alfreda Bloise Fry Hale Fry Cecil Pry Alderson Fry Summerville C. M. Walls Gon Billy Walnut Street Mt. Airy N.C Kansas City J. Markell West Virginia Medical Association Fairmont Markell

For Rent Cozy Furnished Apartment in Guay

Cozy furnished apartment offering private bath. Friced reasonable. Call 183 J for details.

Welch News Review Highlights Local Political Figures

Welch and McDowell County coverage focuses on the Nationalat ticket led by Leslie Reed of Clarkeburg selected as governor. Mentions Jack Sullivan Sr. of Gary and his father serving as assistant general superintendent of the United States Coal and Coke Company.

Welch McDowell County Nationalat” - Ticket Leslie’ Reed Clarkeburg Slecied Ras Govannop Sillivan Fg Wep of-iMr Jack Sullivan Sr Gary The United States Coal and Coke Company

Funeral Services for Coalwood Lao Held for Teen

Funeral services for 14 year old Tanston McMillan were held after he died from injuries suffered in an auto accident. McMillan was injured along with the car’s driver, who was treated at a hospital. The youth’s father operated a local food store.

Ral Serviesa Ware Alge Wood Tanstond McMillan Wadabaney Deiver la McMillan Doc

Chest Clinic In Progress In City

A chest clinic opened by the McDowell County Woman's Club operated in the Memorial building under Dr. J. C. Ford of Huntington. About fifteen people were examined yesterday, with reports of improving conditions for patients, while investigation into recent attacks and a taxi driver slaying continues, and local residents travel to Charlottesville and other towns for education and events.

McDowell County Woman's Club Esterday Will Claise Memorial Bullalog J. C. Ford Huntington Thig Olinte Et An Vire Gia Mee Eit Devant

Girl Scout Camp Opening July Fourth at Kimball

The camp near Kimball will run for two weeks starting July 4 with Miss Bernice Payne in charge. After the girl scout session ends, county Boy Scouts plan a separate two week period to continue training and outdoor activities.

Kimball NoDowell Hwy Mindam Hovgaton Bernice Payne

McDowall County Crippled Children Fund Rises in May

The Crippled Children's Fund increased by 300 during May, reaching a total of 3203.87. Treasurer T A Johnston reported the rise, noting the society aids underprivileged children with hospital and specialist treatments in the county.

Crippled Children’s Fund McDowall County Orippin Children’s Fund T. A. Johnston

Gary Boy Named State Secretary at Jackson's Mills Boys'

Gary Boy named state secretary at Jackson's Mills Boys State camp. Jack Sullivan of Gers, a 199d graduate, was elected secretary of state for the Boys' State program held at Jackson's Mills. Sullivan attended the National ticket event and related ceremonies.

Gary Jackson's Mills Jack Sullivan Gers Claes Acogl Jackson's Milla W. Wai Sullivan Efigg Federaligt

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