Mass Meetings Planned in Princeton Oakvale Road Bond Drive
Mass meetings are set for Oakvale Bent Friday at 7 30 p m and Willowton next Tuesday regarding the bond issue to fund grading of the Princeton Oakvale road. Witte reports at a chamber meeting say local delegations will explain the proposal to voters before the June 28 election. Reorganization of the chamber was postponed until after the bond vote.
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Oakvale
Willowton
W. H. Witt
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Princeton-Oakvale
Witte
Freckles and His Friends Visit Richmond and Nearby News
Blessed notes a visit to Richmond and Staunton Virginia. Mrs Toad remains in Richmond. Andrew Chambers of Prince Street underwent appendicitis surgery at Memorial hospital and is recovering. Miss Ethel Shelton shows improvement. Mattie Hudson of War, West Virginia, arrived in Princeton to visit J T Cassell. Mr and Mrs Fred Shelton welcomed a baby girl named Betty Jane born Monday June 12.
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Richmond Staunton
Toad
Who ii
Richmond
Andrew Chambers
Prince Street
Memorial Hospital
Ethel Shelton
Mise Mattie Hudson
War
W. Va
Princeton
J. T. Cassell
Fred Shelton
Betty Jane
Marriage License Issued In Bluefield And County Court Actions
A license was issued for Edward R. Montgomery and Kate Grimmett of Bluefield. The county court adjourned after auditing claims, qualifying fiduciaries, and reviewing road district reports, with registration books set for East River district and the road bond election on the 28th. Rain and windstorms threaten Mercer wheat crops while corn remains small. A Navy World War II era drama Convoy screens at Royal Theatre, based on John Tainter Foote’s story of exposing German espionage.
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Edward R. Montgomery
Kate Grimmett
Bluefield
East River District
Royal Theatre
John Tainter Foote
United States
Virginian Payroll Increases Steadily
The payroll in Virginian town rises steadily with recent months showing growth. Business activity appears robust as factories, grocers, and general town workers see higher pay, suggesting an improving local economy and potential for more payroll increases soon.
LIQUOR FOUND IN HOLLOW AUTO CASING
A copper and canvas bootleg casing hidden inside a car wheel rim held about a gallon of liquor. State Policeman W W Creasy displayed the discovery at an uptown drugstore window after boys found the device near Oney Gap tunnel. The casing, five gallon capacity, was part of a method to smuggle liquor.
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W. W. Creasy
Oney Ga
Sergeant Creasy
Ingleside
Economical Steamers Cut Gas Use for Three Veggies
Triple aluminum steamers allow cooking three vegetables at once on a single burner, promising substantial gas savings. The design emphasizes efficiency and quick meal preparation.
Mint Flavoring For Lamb Dishes Suggested
Mint flavoring a dish of mint jelly and sprays of mint for garnishing should accompany lamb every time it is served as chops or roast.
Princeton Social Circles Notes and Local Visits
In Princeton social circles Ethel Shelton is mentioned with high odds. Miss Madge Oxley drove to Danville Virginia returning Sunday with Mrs. Oxley and Dick Oxley. Local residents Mr. and Mrs. Grisson from Roanoke visit Mrs. Thorn on Kee street. Mrs. Shuff and daughter return from Pulaski while Mrs. McNeer visits Alderson and Union. Mrs. Johnston and her son Stephen stay with McNeers on Hale avenue. B K Deverle of College Hill called to Roanoke for his mother's illness. R F Beard returns from Beckley to Hale Avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Harris and daughter Alice return from Lynchburg. R J Windley becomes parents to a ten-pound son named R J Jr born June 11. Dr. G L Todd returns from...
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Madge Oxley
Danville
Oxley
Dick Oxley
Frank Oxley
Suffolk, Va
J. W. Grisson
City
Roanoke
W. D. Thorn
Kee Street
W. D. Shuff
Pulaski, Va
R. J. Jr
G. L. Todd
Recital Tonight at Princeton School of Music
The final recital by the Princeton School of Music takes place this evening at 8 o'clock in the high school auditorium. Miss Clara Diets, pupil of Missie Pendleton, performs. Public invitation extended.
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Pile
Princeton School of Music
High School
Clara Diets
Missie Pendleton
Hospital Dance Honors Edith Wood at Princeton
Princeton hospital hosts a dance at the American Legion hall in tribute to Edith Wood who tonight graduates from the hospital training school for nurses. Dancing runs from 9 to 2 with an intermission for refreshments and a large guest list is anticipated. J A Williams resigns as commenter of new Branch district phreys named as successor by the county court at yesterday's meeting.
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Princeton Hospital
Edith Wood
American Legion Hall
J. A. Williams
New Branch
Phreys
Tai
Princeton Personalities Leave for Baltimore Medical Visit
Miss Sallie Rice and Mrs. W. D. Rice depart Princeton with their father W. J. Rice for Baltimore where he will stay for several days of medical treatment. George S. Oxley and Mark Oxley are mentioned among others in the same item.
Oxley Calls for Fire Safe Buildings Across Nation
Fire Chief George S. Oxley joins the International Association of Fire Chiefs in urging higher incombustibility in new homes to cut fire deaths and property loss. He notes complete fireproofing is impractical but advocates safer construction while preserving comfort. The effort is part of the 1927 Fire Prevention Year campaign to educate the public on reducing the annual toll.
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International Association of Fire Chiefs
United States
George S. Oxley
Oxley
Manne
Sunday School Meeting in Lurich District Features Growth
The Lurich area Sunday school event on June 9 drew ministers and 23 teachers with 10 Pearisburg, 11 Narrows, 13 Rich Creek, 57 Lurich, eight Glen Lyn and one Providence representatives. A Meadows-led series neared to close with 33 new members as he plans monthly sermons.
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Pearseburg
Narrows
Rich Creek
Lurich
Glen Lyn
Providence
Stafford
Wooda
Giles County
Hughes
Pearieburg
Carper
Hillman
Wright
Frank Carper
Pearisburg
Smith
Meadowe
Bivefield
Sea Giants Duel in Thunderous Battle at Sea
A dramatic naval scene unfolds as a massive sea creature battles in lethal depths. Gunfire lights the ocean as smoke screens flare and crews suffer heavy losses. The tale intertwines a powerful love story amid the perilous Men O' War atmosphere.
Novelty pink plaid frock features crisp white organdy bow
A white organdy bow decorates the bodice with streams tucked under the skirt hem, giving a crisp, stylish touch to a pink plaid afternoon frock.
Stolen car found averting train wreck in Yukon
Two men Allen Coats and Thomas Belcher were arrested and jailed on theft charges after the stolen Lee Pendleton car was found on Norfolk and Western tracks at Yukon. A nearby bystander saved a possible derailment by signaling an approaching train. The case proceeds to a grand jury with Officer Hub Herndon leading arrests and inquiries.
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James French Strother
Hub” Herndon
Allen Coats
Thomas Belcher
Grand Jury
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Strother
Herndon
Norfolk and Western
W. C. Collins
Hub Abrnhom
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Coates
Omy
Welch
Blakely
Mr. Pendleton
Fewer Farmers to Feed World Says Campbell
Billings Montana June 14 Thomas D P Campbell premier wheat producer and industrial farming advocate predicts in twenty years less than one fifth of the world’s farm population will farm while production stays ample. His Montana Indian reservation farm operates as a large factory with 50 tractors and 640 acre units.
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Mont
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America
Campbell
Montana
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Exeter Shaft Safety Meeting Highlights Employee Involvement
The Exeter Shaft safety committee in Hemphill theatre hosted a program with first aid demonstrations and news of the day. About eighty percent of employees and their families attended as foreman James Richan opened the session and Emory Summers led a prayer. The evening featured C. Robert Augove on learning from small mistakes and growth, with George Edwards assisting Ora.
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Kingston Pocahontas Coa
Hemphill Theatre
James Richan
No. 4
Praye
Emory Summers
Bluefield
Mr. Richardson
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George Edwards
Ora
Welch Council Forms Traffic Relief Committee
A Welch city council meeting created a traffic relief committee to address congestion, especially on Saturday nights. Members include J. W. Luther, C. O. Stahlman, Reno Howams, L. A. Osborn, and Sam Polon. Mayor Blakely serves ex officio. Proposals include riverbank street and a viaduct from the Elkhorn bridge to Riverside drive. parking for 500 cars and one way streets were discussed with mixed support.
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J. W. Luther
C. 0. Stahlman
Reno Howams
L. A. Osborn
Sam Polon
Blakely
Gary
Coalwood
Welch
McDowell Street
Elkhorn
Presbyterian Church
Riverside Drive
Thompson Added to Police Force in Welch
Mayor Blakely added Sheriff Thompson to the Welch police on Tuesday. Officer Thompson will enforce traffic laws and direct traffic during busy hours from 7 am to 7 pm. The mayor warned to use guns only in self defense and cautioned they are dangerous.
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John Blakely
Thompson
Welch
Zeo
Trial Activity Dominates McDowell Court Schedule
McDowell County circuit court spent the day hearing appeal cases. Willie Allen v American Insurance consumed most of the morning. Judge I C Herndon to rule later in Operators Supply v Kantas Mining judgment.
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McDowell County
Willie Allen
American Insurance Company
I. C. Herndon
Operators Supply Company
Kantas Mining Company
Semones fined and jailed after city disturbance
Ernest Semones, a white truck driver for Calloway, will serve sixty days in the city jail after a mayor's court appearance in which he received a fifty dollar fine. He reportedly caused a spree Sunday night, damaging property and resisting arrest, with additional charges and reprimands issued by Mayor Blakely.
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Ernest Semones
Calloway
Semones
John Mitchell
Court Street
Howard Sly
Blakely
Henry Owens
Cheries Roark
Emer Hodge
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promotes Natural Constipation Relief
Dr Caldwell promotes Syrup Pepsin as a mild vegetable remedy to ease constipation without harsh purges. The ad claims it is non habit forming, pleasant tasting, and effective for families, promising a quick morning feel after one night’s dose. It urges readers to mail for a free sample offer and notes Monticello Illinois as the return address.
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Dr. Caldwell
Monticello
Illinois
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