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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1945
Page
9
Districts list voting places and candidate slates for Bluefield election. Fifteen board directors include George Greenacre and John Hetzel with pledges of fair service, improved streets, and city governance focused on all residents and veterans.
J A Stevenson District 1 supporter outlines priorities for city leadership including better streets a stronger police department opposition to the current sewage board and calls for fair treatment for workers. He recounts a varied career from railroad labor to coal mining barbering and founding a furniture company.
E H Tucker of Bluefield District 1, a longtime resident and former municipal administrator, campaigns on clean government, good streets, and child welfare. He seeks recreation centers and safe school commutes while pledging equal representation for all faiths and an open line to residents.
A. Harry West of Mercer County senior to 1931 Bluefield general agent for Protective Life, a World War I veteran and active American Legion leader. He cites support for progressive government and a bigger Bluefield, noting three sons with war service and one killed in action. West is tied to Masonic groups and Westminster Church.
Terry L. Brown, a Bluefield resident since June 1, 1928, formerly Master Mechanic for the Norfolk and Western Railway, has served two terms on Bluefield's board of directors and pledges to continue serving the interests of the people if reelected.
J B Wooldridge Sr of district 2 arrived in Bluefield in 1919 and founded the New National Cleaners and Dyers. He built a successful business and became a prominent dry cleaner in Southern West Virginia. He contributed to civic projects, owned city property, and supported Bland Street Methodist church while serving on its board of stewards.
A fragment notes the Commissioner of the Police Civil Service Board for the city of Bluefield detailing an official appointment or administrative action.
Clarence E. Clark a Bluefield native and railway conductor since 1903 outlines family ties and public service including church and Red Cross work while his injured son recovers in Memphis. M B Postlethwaite touts long city service and auctioneering background. White O White, veteran resident and former plant manager, pledges steady policy and civic progress in Bluefield.
Mrs. Mary D. Burgess of Bluefield announces her candidacy for District 4 on the city board of directors becoming the first woman to run. A 55 year resident at 123 Monroe she runs Burgess Electric and has 31 years in business. She supports a better coalfield community center recreation facilities morals improvements and city betterment.
Courtney Tanner a longtime Bluefield resident and World War I veteran seeks re election in district four. He has served on the local park and recreation board for seven years and is active with the American Legion and 40 et 8. He formerly was state deputy athletic commissioner and is now secretary of the park and recreation committee. He lives at 16 Lee Street and is married with two children.
The candidate states his bid for another term in office, citing 22 years serving as county sor's office. He pledges adherence to bi-partisan municipal charter principles, impartial administration, and focus on public utility and need. He commits to city-wide progress and adequate recreational facilities within finance limits. He also pledges support for veterans returning to civilian life.
R N Crowell of district 5 born in Montgomery Virginia moved to Bluefield in 1897. He spent 50 years with Norfolk and Western Railway retiring December 1943 and supports clean government and civic effort. He vows to serve all citizens if elected to the board.
Stanley M Sinkford a Bluefield candidate born in Tazewell Virginia and a 30 year resident promotes improving city recreational facilities neglected streets and the municipal stadium. He supports veterans rehabilitation and making Bluefield a better place for all residents. R A Sisson incumbent district 5 outlines postwar programs and favors veterans in city jobs and expanded youth recreation within the budget.
The Seventh day Adventists have purchased the Simmerman home in Wythe County to convert it into a modern hospital under Potomac Conference. Southwestern Virginia Inc arranged the sale, aiming to expand medical facilities and add a fireproof wing as needed while serving veterans and community needs.
Mrs Irene L Taylor and Mr Harry Milton wed in a home ceremony May 28 on Powell Street officiated by the Rev Prank E Hale and witnessed by the couple’s relatives and local friends. The event was announced by Mrs Thornton Hale, Irene’s sister.
A schedule of religious services and community meetings lists Union Baptist Church sermons by Rev. James Ford and others, Legion Post Unit 39 gathering, Church of Christ mass meeting, F A A Masons annual sermon, Girl Scouts event, NAACP meeting at Genoa High School, Wesleyan Guild, League For Service, North Side Garden Club, and Carolina Community Home reports. Funeral home ambulance service also noted.
Bluefield State College opens a three week summer workshop for elementary teachers on social science curriculum and rural education. The program covers concept development reading comprehension and critical thinking with plans to adapt materials for West Virginia schools. Enrollment surpasses last year as Lieut. Charles W. Brock of Parkersburg joins the US student count.
Easley announces a Bluefield chamber committee plans a program for merchants and property owners. A meeting is set for Friday June 15 at 7 30 p m in the Appalachian Electric Power assembly room. The committee has studied other towns and emphasizes a block by block plan to ensure strong returns from store modernization.
Miss Margaret Steele daughter of Mrs A G Steele and Donald Griffith son of Mr and Mrs Henry Griffith wed in a candlelight Episcopal ceremony at Trinity Church Richlands with Rev Paul Chaplin officiating. The double ring rite featured gowns of white chiffon blue lace and a jewelry string of pearls. The couple plans a brief honeymoon and residence in Oaks Town.
The Rev. Nelson Barker of First Baptist Richlands will give the dedication address at a service flag dedication during an all day rally of Local Union No. 6167 at Union Hall Jewell Ridge Sunday June 10. About 200 young men from the Jewell Ridge union serve in the armed forces and dinner will be served free on the grounds by the union with Omer Kentron as president urging members to attend.
The Ladies auxiliary of the Presbyterian church hosted a dinner Thursday at 7 30 p m to honor Miss Catherine Yeates the religious educator at Richlands High School for three years After the meal Yeates received a gift from the church groups
Mrs Morris Cyphers Mrs Wink Horton and Miss Ruth Hagy hosted a Tuesday evening party at Miss Ruth Hagy’s Dalton Addition home in honor of Miss Marguerite Steele who became the bride of Mr Donald Griffith on Wednesday. Guests enjoyed contests games and gifts showers were presented to the bride.
Mr and Mrs James McFar lane hosted a buffet at their Dalton Addition home Sunday to honor Mrs McFarlane s parents Mr and Mrs W L Padbury who moved to their new Roanoke Virginia home this week The June meeting of the WCTU will be held at Mrs H B Sadler s home Wednesday at 2 30 PM
Pvt and Mrs. Pufus Dickenson spent last weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Wingo in Cedar Stuff. They returned to
In Johnson City Tennessee former Richlands residents Kathryn Sherman and her partner welcomed a baby girl weighing seven pounds born Monday June 4 at Clinch Valley clinic.
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