Princeton Court Opens May Term for Airport Land Case
Judge Easley keeps May term open as Pat Honaker and Fay H Cunningham seek to amend their bill against Princeton City over airport property. Plaintiffs claim W B Honaker contributed 4500 to a training school in 1920 21 and seek partition of land and deeds to their interests. Ajax Smith and city attorney to respond. Separate suit Nettie Skeens reduces permanent alimony from 20 to 10 dollars monthly.
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Pat Honaker
Fay H. Cunningham
Honaker Hubbard
Princeton
D. Easley
W. B. Honaker
Emory and H
Easley
W. Cody Fletcher
Ajax T. Smith
Nettie Skeens
Harvey J. Skeens
Elite club meeting and upcoming International convention
Members and guests attended a club meeting with decorations at the Palace hotel in San Francisco for the International convention in June 2022. A talk in Banff, Canada, highlighted the event and guest Thelma Allen attended as a guest of honor.
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Earenton
Bey Orleans
Banff
Canada
Palace Hotel
San Francisco
Calif
College
Thelma Allen
Pisgah Farm Woman's Club Meets At Ferguson Home
The Pisgah Farm Woman's Club held a June 11 meeting at Mrs. 8. A. Ferguson's residence with twelve members present. Mrs. R. L. Brown was assisted, and Martha Fietcher attended as guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pisgah Farm Womans Club
Pisgah Farm Woman's Club
Home Makers Club
Frank Pettry
Harrison Street
W. H. Rumburg
Circle 4 Meeting Aide and Refreshments Noted
After a brief business session Circle 4 of the group, led by Mrs. Reed, and Mrs. Raney as co leader, enjoyed a lovely course served to ten members and one guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdames Munsey
John Wallace
W. R. W Ben Fletcher
A White
Chin
Roy Buchanan
von Smi
W. Ht. Rumburg
A. J. Morris
Selvey
Hugh G. Woods
W. Reed
Raney
Circle 2 Presbyterian auxiliary led by Mrs Goans
Circle 2 of the Presbyterian auxiliary is led by Mrs W H Goans with Mrs G L Redmon guiding from Park Avenue in a local group meeting.
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Presbyterian Auxiliary
W. H. Goans
G. L. Redmon
Park Avenue
Straley Speaks on Minerals and the War
Baylor University geology head H W Straley addresses a Ro ad meeting on minerals and the war. Dr Ben W Bird Jr arranged the program surveying central assets of the British empire and the Allies. Guests included Pete Cava and Alex Tur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Straley, VII
Baylor University
Ben W. Bird, Jr
British Empire
Pete Cava
Alex Tur
Princeton Personal Notes From Thursday Socials
PRINCETON PERSONALs note a resident left Thursday for Union to visit a relative. Both boys attended West Virginia University the past two years. The Rev W R Smith Jr and another gentleman from Marion spent Thursday on business. G L Gunnette of Norfolk Virginia is visiting along Park Avenue this week.
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Park Avenue
Union
West Virginia University
W. R. Smith
Marion
G. L. Gunnette
Norfolk
Hollie J Bailey dies at 77 on Princeton Athens road
Hollie Jenkins Bailey 77 died at her home on the Princeton Athens road after a six month illness due to heart ailments. Funeral at her home Sunday at 2 am conducted by Rev. and Rev. Enind Sexton. Interment Rest Haven Memorial Park. Pallbearers listed. flower bearers named. Born August 24 1807. survived by husband Thomas W Bailey son Phillip W Bailey brothers Joseph Jenkins and other relatives. Burial honors and church membership noted.
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Hollie Jenkins Bailey
Princeton- Athens
Enind Sexton
Resthaven Memorial Park
Alonzo
Sam Venable
Oohn Har- Tom Hatcher
Mate Whitanew
John Matthews
A. Wa
Emma Hatile
Princeton
Phillip .W. Bailey
Joseph W. Jenkins
Bailey
The
Methodist Church
Red Cross Relief Drive Passes $800 Target
The Princeton chapter emergency war relief fund rose to 25, exceeding the original $800 quota set by Norman H. Davis. W Broughton Johnston, campaign chairman, announced the progress and expected further subscriptions from individuals and organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton
Can Red Cross
W. Broughton Johnston
National Red Cross
Norman H. Davis
Covered Wagon Trails at Royal theatre sparks pioneer feud
Jack Randall stars in Covered Wagon Trails at the Royal theatre as rugged pioneers clash with fur traders in the early days. The film promises frontier action and a battle over trade routes.
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Jack Randall
Royal Theatre
Castle on the Hudson at the Mercer theatre stars Burgess Meredith
The Mercer theatre presents Castle on the Hudson with Anneo dan John Garfield and OBrien in the cast. Burgess Meredith leads a stellar supporting lineup as the production debuts.
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Ane Lafeeynd Bud
Castle On the Hudson
Mercer Theatre
Anneo
Dan
John Garfield
O'Brien
Burgess Meredith
Princeton Blue Grays vs Elkhorn Indians Set Sunday Protest
The Princeton Blue Grays meet the Elkhorn Indians at 3 p m Sunday. The Indians, touted as McDowell county’s top colored team, beat Princeton 4 to 0 at Elkhorn on June 2, prompting Wilson’s boys to seek vengeance.
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Princeton Blue Grays
Elkhorn Indians
McDowell County
Elkhorn
Princeton
Wilson’ Boys
Suit Filed in Circuit Court of E Collins
Suit was instituted in circuit E Collins against uriab! the object of the suit.
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E. Collins
Uriab
Local Church Services Highlight Hitler Topic Sermon
Princeton churches feature Sunday sermons with Hugh E. Kelso addressing The Case for Hitler and the Devil at 7:30 PM plus A Great Benediction at 11 AM. Church school meets at 9:45 AM and Epworth League at 6:45 PM. Presbyterian service at 11 AM with W R Smith Jr as pastor and youth activities at 6 PM.
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Hugh E. Kelso
Hitler
Devil
Epworth
Presbyterian Church
W. R. Smith, Jr
Young Peoples Societies
Notable Visits and Events Across Virginia and Mississippi
Mrs W T Ross Mrs Hubert Kessell and two daughters visit Mrs J C Fanning in Bishop Virginia. Reverend L D Yost attends district conference at Trinity church Bluc eid Mississippi. Miss Nitabeen to Abingdon for a linen shower at Marthe Washington Inn for Miss Kelso. Mrs Archonie and daughter return to Mechanicsburg Pennsylvania. Miss Mildred Wood returns to Salem Virginia after visiting Miss Emily Poston Mahood avenue. First transcontinental track run completes Philadelphia to San Francisco voyage arrives by ninth morning of operation.
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W. T. Ross
Hubert Kessell
Morris Mustard
Aubrey Saddler
Bishop, Va
J. C. Fanning
South Walker Street
Cecil Brown
Third Street
A Lexington
Hugh E
First Methodist Church
L. D. Yost
Kee Street Methodist Church
Trinity Church
Bluceid
Nitabeen
Abingos
Marthe Washington Inn
Kelso
Arch ‘Onie
Casey Avenue
Mechanicsburg
Mildred Wood
Salem
Emily Poston
Mahood Avenue
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Government Bonds Steady as Treasury Notes Display Mixed Yields
New York reporters note Treasury bonds showing varied quotes with small price moves. The market lists several issues with par values and yield figures across different maturities, reflecting mixed demand and liquidity in mid June.
Oldest University in Western Hemisphere San Marcos Peru
The University of San Marcos in Peru is recognized as the oldest institution of higher learning in the western hemisphere, establishing a long history dating to colonial times and playing a pivotal role in Peru's education system.
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University of San Marcos
Peru
Keep In Tune With The Changing Seasons
Weather shifts raise illness risk for children and families. The notice urges using Bi-Tone Tonic to support child health as colds peak and outdoor activity continues, warning of rapid temperature changes and the need for protective tonics.
Welch Officers Make Several Arrests Across McDowell County
Welch police and county officers conducted raids in Keystone and Welch towns arresting multiple suspects for moonshine, false pretenses, and other charges. Lees, Coalwood, and Havaco residents faced fines and short jail terms for liquor, reckless driving, and speeding as local authorities enforce law in November.
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Keystone
Welch
Lees
Siewce
M. Day
Lonnie Mitchell
Bil Bo
Melindie Lee
Lan Learn Woodie
Coalwood
Flag Day Observance in Welch and McDowell County
Welch and McDowell County joined in a general Flag Day observance with streets lined by flags. A courthouse lawn program climaxed the day, arranged by the Colonel Andrew Donnally chapter of the D A R. Vernon Lay led a 15 minute Welch high school band concert as a Prelude to ceremonies.
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Welch
McDowell County
Andrew Donnally
Vernon Lay
Hicks Enrolls in Dancing School Next Term
Welch personal notice states Hicks will enroll in a dancing school next term, with plans to study classical and social dance as part of a community program.
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Hicks
Last rites for miner Alonzo Seward at Roderfield church
Funeral services set for 2 30 today in the Roderfield church for Alonzo Seward a 21 year old miner with the Red Bird Coal company near Sneger killed Thursday in a slate fall in the mine. Seward a native of Bramwell had worked at Fall River before joining Red Bird.
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Roderfield
Alonzo Seward
Red Bird Coal Company
Sneger
Bramwell
Fall River
Red
Convention opens at First Baptist Arch Session
A regional convention begins with a 7 p.m. session at the First Baptist Arch. The day’s highlight is a 6 30 p.m. banquet in memory of the occasion. The event gathers attendees from area churches and civic groups for discussions and fellowship.
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First Baptist Arch
Organ Guild Visitation Sets Stage for Installations
Mrs Evelyn Falgley of Charleston state president visits with Mrs Marie Ball Charleston state guild leader and Miss Henrietta Wang Shanghai Theological Seminary missionary worker among migrants of California. Mrs Edith Sweet St Albans matron of the Friendship Ward will head installation services.
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Orial
Evelyn Falgley
Charleston
Marie Ball
Henrietta Wang
Shanghai Theological Seminary
California
Edith Sweet
St. Albans
Wight
Mrs. Sweet
Former grave digger faces murder charge
Arthur F. Dean, 36, of Mon Castro, Pa., was arrested today on a murder charge in the slaying of his sister in law Helen N., 27. District Attorney John Q. Lae Tee said the investigation is active and no other details were released.
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Mon Castro
Arthur FP. Dean
Helen N
John Q. Lae Tee
Hot Dry Days Challenge Garden Growth and Care
Hot dry spells threaten gardens though rains continue and nights stay warm. Growth slows and pests worsen, so gardeners must mulch soil, control weeds, and water deeply to conserve moisture. Apply substantial watering over a week, soaking at least a foot deep to prevent evaporation.
Lindon Wilkie Speech Demands Real Preparedness
Wendell Wilkie, running on the Republican ticket, says the New Deal shows lack of preparedness and cannot be concealed by talk of equipment on order. He condemns Allied governments of France and Britain and argues the US must replace current policy to meet democratic responsibilities amid warning about Hitler and global threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Wendell Wilkle
Blum
France
Chamberlain
Britain
Asser
Dynamic Peace Program Proposed Amid Turbulent Times
A terse report notes a proposed dynamic program for peace amid unrest. The article names no specific figures or places beyond general references to central authorities and police.
Operation fatal to Wesleyan graduate in Clarksburg
Report states Miss Mary from West Virginia We College was injured in an operation that proved fatal at a Clarksburg hospital. The graduate, who was active in interfraternity council, had ties to Bucharest and was related to R. R. Bess.
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Wesleyan
Chatture
Mary
West Virginia
Clarksburg Hospital
R. R. Bess
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Cecil G. Brown
Nancy
Princeton Society
Harry Karnes
Baum
American Cafe
W. Va
H. W. Straley
Ili
Hollie J. Bailey
Athens Road
RED Cross
WHITE
Princeton Churches
Bunting and
Hettrick
Princeton, W. VA
ROYAL
Pre
Mercer
Ann Sheridan
Pat O’brien
Artie Shaw and His Band
Princeton Avenue
Lilly Highway
G. W. Kirk Itmann
New York
Tresaury
Own
Blue Ridge Distilleries, Inc
Hattie Charlton
Hale Avenue
Long’s Grocery
Pepsi Cola
Havaco
McDowell
Welch Society
Woman's Club
World Wide Guild
South Africa
Tee
Lindon
Virginia
Central and Police A
Allare
Pros
Dania
Bucharest
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