Greenbrier Fair Plans Unfold At Lewissburg Event
The Greenbrier Valley Fair in Lewissburg announces a large homecoming week with new features and a reunion of families from Greenbier Greenbrier Montne Pacahoptag and Summers counties. Plans include canvassing former residents, special invitations, expanded prizes, a 1956 sale, and a full amusement program with aerial acts and a 1 piece band.
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Greenbrier Valley
Greenbier
Montne
Pacahoptag
Summers
Myre
Abia
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Fair Association
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Nile
Greenbrier
Heras
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Pyenta
Algerys
Dudley Hutcherson to Receive Virginia Degree
Dudley Hutcherson son of the late Mr and Mrs R. Holeher of Bl Eyeleld will receive his PhD from the University of Virginia during commencement ceremonies Tuesday. Faculty and classmates attended by Lu Lipford of Me, while Beasor Ligh School instructor and Henry College graduate were noted among those present.
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Dudley Hutahpreom
Eadae
R. Holeher
Eyeleld
Degres
Virginie
Bre
Hutcherson
Mire Thomas Lipford
Chargon
Ah AE Beasor Ligh
Bailey Virginia Miss Mary and French Correspondent
Bailey Virginia June 6 The Voting Workers class of Bailey Methodist church held its monthly meeting at the church Thursday evening with Miss Elizabeth and Virginia French. After the program the guests enjoyed a social hour and delicious refreshments were served to about eighteen members. The revival meeting at the Bailey Methodist church closed Monday night after a history of activity. Mr Wagner, president of Grundy Virginia, and son of the Hon. and Mrs Wagner, has been seriously ill. Baby born June 3 to Mr and Mrs Divan formerly of Bailey, name Rachel Darlean. Father before marriage was Miss Araya. Others visiting relatives include Mr and Mrs Stanley and Mr and Mrs Wilburn and families in various towns.
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Bailey Methodial Church
Thorsday
Misa Elizabeth
Virginia French
Wagner Plesiient
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Scott Holds Two Men On Moonshine Charge In Court
Milford Fletsher, a s-year-old Black man, is held on a $1,000 bond by Commissioner Thomas H. Scott. The two men are charged with illegal possession of a still and moonshine operation. Fletsher and a second man deny the charges claiming items bearing his name were moved or planted to frame him. Fragments indicate the incident occurred on Carter Street area. The record shows Fletsher facing a federal court matter with bond set at $1,000.
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Milford Fletsher
Thomas H. Scott
Elao
Mai
Fletcher
China
Hemy Araback
Ms PE Ommalitepmian
Pip
Wilenor
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Predie
John John Lywis
Slaney
Writ of error denied for Mrs Mary Harmon
The circuit court of Hesse county ruled against Mrs Mary Harmon in a writ of error seeking relief from the will of Henry Cert and the probate actions. The supreme court declined to grant relief, leaving the lower court decision in place and continuing probate proceedings involving the State Plants Bank of Richmond as executor and other named defendants.
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Agen NS
Henry Cert
Circuit ‘Court
Heese
Har- Hons
Era Bak
Richmond
Pephawe
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Southwest
RGA VICTOR SHOWS NEW RADIOS IN WELCH HOTEL
The Welch showroom unveils RCA Victor models planned for sale with new standard of perfection. Aimed at the hum and government subsidized French lines, the event highlights a 1937 Victor radio and its anticipated popularity.
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RCA Vistler
Rae
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Victor Radio
Aid
Constitutional Amendment Again in Social Welfare Clash
The article reviews a constitutional amendment debate with strong dissent from Justices on the Court. Chief Justice Hughes writes on the social problem and the role of women, while Justices Stone and Brandeis argue for freedom of conscience and welfare concerns. Labor unrest abroad and industrial actions are noted, with references to France and Britain and ongoing wage and policy debates shaping public opinion. Characters include Justice Hughes, Justice Stone, and labor leaders amid a broader constitutional and economic discourse.
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Buller
Strane Jan
Hughes
Stone
Ned Ang Drange
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Justice Stone
Buffs & Inter
Guifey
William Green
Kansas
Esa
Mabares
Patorenle
Washington
Arley Selatarship
Socialist Party
Ppivar
France
Yegiang Revier
Fallat Leaden
Leon Ee
Romtea
Maniekiy
Winning Contract in Bridge Five Hearts Leap to Slam
A bridge bidding example shows how underbidding and overbidding counterbalance, with South passing and North jumping to five hearts at one table while others reached different contracts. The dealer and players North East West South negotiate bold bets, illustrating risk and outcome in duplicate play.
Bridge bidding chaos and cautious play described in week’s account
A confused bridge session is recounted with overbids and undercalls as players debate strategies. The narrative highlights misreads, partner confidence, and a cautionary stance on bidding with different partners.
Fragmented Diary Style Note With Scattered Names
A garbled excerpt from a local newspaper page lists fragmented anecdotes and names including Meg, Harry Bennington, Mabel Belcher, Mrs Marvin Harvey, and Al AE. It mentions a family scene at supper, a child seeking forgiveness, and a social visit to Bluefield, with casual references to local people and a trip to the state Capitol in Arkansas.
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B. Stinson
Bluefield
Meg
Harry Bennington
Mabel Belcher
Mia Helen Haevey
Han
Burk
Marvin Harvey
al AE
Makin
Alate
Ar Tor
Oney Gap WV Visitors Over the Weekend
Local notes report visitors from Paris and nearby towns. Names include Whitlow, Keith, and Jean from Ceres and Pyneplen, with several locals hosting and socializing over the weekend.
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Sring
Ng Belcher
Agner
Jean’ Iter
Ceres
Pige
Patrick's Serrrapgodent Hore sepen infants gathered
A brittle OCR fragment mentions Patrick and a ceremony in Hore sepen Virginia. References a baby and a Mr Bell. The text is incomplete, with names and events unclear, but implies a personal notice or social event involving a baby and local names.
Daily Pryst With God Sermon Fragments and China Line Note
A disjointed religious piece presents a sermon outline from Norman W. Cox urging listeners to act on gospel truth and live by it. It includes biblical references, admonitions to apply faith, and a closing prayer. A stray note mentions the first commercial line established in China in 1929 with unclear local context.
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Appalachian Lectric Power Company
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