Byrd Faction Dominates Virginia Meet Rumors
The piece notes Byrd faction influence in a Virginia political gathering and mentions the clash over patronage, with Combs highlighted as a senate clerk pick. It references Roanoke and Ninth district figures and hints at a third term debate and upcoming City roundup in the summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Price
Combs
Joan Diaces
Usselman
General Assembly
Senate
Virginia Roanoke
Ainst
Filannagan
Noke
Business Men's Club Debates Name Change to Optimist
Board discussion Friday evening considers renaming the club to Optimist. Members argue the group aids town interests and supports community progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Business Men’s Club
Pigeon Messengers and Ancient Games Reach Outcomes
An article notes the contrast between homing pigeons and modern radio, recounts a 180 mile in 5 hours feat by a pigeon and recalls ancient Olympic audiences waiting for results via pigeons due to no telegraph or radio. The piece describes the ad meet ending in disaster but most pigeons surviving.
Witchcraft Beliefs And Their Enduring Roles
The fragment discusses belief in witches and how witchcraft is seen to operate in various ways across time. It references actions attributed to witches, such as spells or tricks, and hints at victims and fear surrounding these beliefs.
Virginia Sidelights on Bluefield Census Figures
The West Graham Community Club met to discuss census figures for Bluefield Virginia. The meeting notes indicate figures were made public this week, highlighting local population data and community impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Graham Community Club
Bluefield
Local Family Vacation Spotlights Piano Theme
Mrs Bennett formerly Miss Janette hosts visitors tracing a piano theme as they spend their vacation here. The note mentions an organ and a small group of people, with a focus on familial and domestic moments during their stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennett
Locusts Plentiful In Elkhorn Area Report
Mrs. J. 5. Karr reports abundant 12wol ear locusts in Elkhorn area. Karr notes the insects’ presence and mentions the Karr family once lived in Bluefield Virginia and still tracks local entomology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhorn
J. 5. Karr
Karrs
Bluefield
Mr and Mrs H T Goforth Mo Dam See Ee Ee
Two individuals named Mr H T Goforth and Mrs Goforth are reported in a fragmentary note from a dam or location with unclear details. The text suggests a personal or civic reference, but lacks a clear event, date, or outcome.
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Mrs
H. T. Goforth
Falls Mills Methodist W. a 5. holds June meeting
The Falls Mills Methodist Woman’s Auxiliary 5 will hold a June meeting Thursday at 2 p m. French will teach devotionals and lead discussion. All to be present. Rules deter the church.
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Falls Mills
W. A
Pocahontas Teen Pioneer Recalled as Big Boy Elmore Shepard
A yA reference recalls Pocahontas pioneers with a teen known as Big Boy, named Elmore Shepard, who reportedly tipped the beam around 600 at the time. The note places him among early settlers and locals who reminisced about frontier life.
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Big Boy
Pocahontas
Elmore Shephard
Trade Closings on June 30 Spark Market Interest
The report notes that trades for the first closes are due by June 30 and highlights excitement around early settlement activity. Market participants eye potential shifts as buyers and sellers gauge price moves and liquidity.
John Snidow of Bluefield Reports Phenomenon
John Snidow of Bluefield sends a letter describing a notable phenomenon he observed. The letter details the experience and seeks wider notice from readers who may corroborate the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hn
Jacob Snidow
Bluefield
Prophetic Poem Recalled From Early Reader Years
A cryptic poem titled the of Penis and the Bee echoes survive as a beacon of prophecy years later. The piece circulated in a nightly revelation context and is thought by some to foreshadow recent events.
Virginia Side Personalities Highlight Wheeler Family
Mrs A T Wheeler and her daughter Miss Frances Wheeler of Mater and sister Mrs Paul White nack Priday are noted in Virginia side personal notices.
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A. T. Wheeler
Frances Wheeler
Mater
Paul Whitenack
Priday
Charleston Man Accident Victim
Charleston West Virginia June 18 a Charleston man was injured after a fall from a vehicle. Robert B Warde driver faced a $2 bond on related charges as details emerged from the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
W. Va
Tully
Robert B. Warde
Baby Girl Born to Whitt Family in Dae fe St visitation
Raven Virginia reports a baby girl born June 6 to Mrs Whitt weighing six pounds in the Dae fe St and Se Bee Whitt family. Relatives visited here over the week from West Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. End Se
Bee Whitt
Tams
W. Va
Lizzie
Revival crowds fill Falls Mills church in June
Falls Mills Virginia June 15 large crowds attend revival services at the church led by Rev. Julian Hunt with local correspondent Bailey reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falls Mills
Dod
Bailey
Palls Mills
Julian Hunt
Local Socials Highlight Dublin Guests and Visitors
Mrs L W Perdue and a long list of names are noted in a society column. Mr and Mrs Bill Crabtree of Manning New Jersey visited over the weekend with Mr and Mrs W C Scott, sharing social in Dublin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Crabtree
Manning
New Jersey
W. C. Scott
Yards church enrollment reaches seventy students
In Yards Virginia correspondent NonA Lee Anderson reports the local church class has reached seventy students enrolled. The note urges all children who have not attended to join. A birth is recorded for Mr. and Mrs. Willis with a baby born on June 12.
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Mrs. Willisle
Mt Hermon church Sunday school and meeting note
Mt Hermon church in Nemours West Virginia holds Sunday school at 10 am led by Mr J M Tee ntee. Friday night meeting at 1 48 with Mr R W Hambrick as leader.
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Nemours
W. Va
Mt. Hermon
J. M. Tenden
R. W. Hambrick
B Y P U Plans Sunday Evening Meeting
The youth group of the church will host a B Y P U session Sunday night at 7 45 p m All who are interested are invited to attend and participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peseke
The
Bitestist Church
Father’s Day Program Ends with Refreshments by Hambrick
The event, chaired by the program leader, featured a brief program followed by refreshments served by Mrs. R. W. Hambrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. W. Hambrick
Four County Convention to Mark Annual Richlands Celebration
Richlands announces a summer event on Sunday July 7 at the Garden site drawing about 10 000 attendees. The four county convention features music by Bienen and bass groups plus a Bluefield chamber brass band and a program with speakers. Local Presbyterians and civic groups will participate as plans finalize.
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Richads
Ofee Youy
Oe Ae
Grunchamber of Commerce
Bluefield Chamber
Church Auxiliary Meeting Set for Wednesday Afternoon
The Woman's auxiliary of the church will meet on Wednesday at 2 30 in the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ornday
Circle Meetings Planned at Multiple Homes
Circle No 1 will meet at Mrs Marvin McGuire's home with Mrs hostess officiating Circle No 2 will meet at Mrs T A Draper's home with Mrs Robert Little assisting Circle No 3 will meet at the
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Pigay A
Circle No
Marvin McGuire
Hostess
T. A. Draper
Robert Little
Richlands Spey Sa nightight bingo funds camp trip
A local bingo party organized by a sponsor in Richlands raised money to finance a summer camping trip for the group. The event used the bingo game as a fundraiser to cover travel and activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richlands Spey Sa
Conee Ooe
Scout Meeting Notice for June 18 District Session
All scouts of the district are asked to attend the meeting at Lee Oo Bem town hall on Tuesday evening, June 18. The notice urges members to come prepared and participate in the spring gathering.
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Lee Oo
Bem
Strike Settled Between United Mine Workers and Management
A threatened strike by the United Mine Workers has been resolved after parties reached an agreement. Details outline concessions by management and assurances of ongoing negotiations to avoid work stoppages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Mine Workers
Theation Oe Jewell
Ae Innitee M. W. A
Peetes
Miss Steele Weds Eugene Watts in Quiet Norfolk Home Ceremony
Miss Louise Steele daughter of Mr and Mrs W E Steele Sr marries Eugene Watts of Norfolk Virginia formerly Richlands in a small Saturday afternoon ceremony at the bride's residence.
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Miss Steele
Louise Steele
Presbyterian Ladies Auxiliary Hosts Linen and Shower Event
The Tuesday night gathering at the Lindsay on Steele featured a linen and shower for Miss Mall who has served as pianist at the church for several years. The gifts were presented in a concealed silver bell amid remarks praising her years of service.
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The
Presbyterian Church
Lindsay
Steele
Mall
Wendine
Local Names Mention Vacationing and Visits
Fragmentary notes list Gene Harris of Washington D C accepting a Modern Beauty Shoppe. Jimmy and relatives vacationing with relatives. Gene Skeens of St Paul visiting his parents. Miss Ned Porter Boggess and others mentioned in fragmentary context.
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Gene Harris
W -Ton
D. C
Jimmy Th
Gene Skeens
St. Paul
Miss Ned
Porter Boggess
Social notes from Emporia and Bluefield visits and events
Mrs. Anna Maude visits Mr and Mrs Bob Ch in Bluefield West Virginia. Betsy Williams returns from Sweet Briar College for summer with parents. Harold Jones undergoes an operation at Mattie Williams hospital. Miss Edith re of Bluefield visits. Mr and Mrs Charles I Davis attend Thursday. Mrs Mullens visits with son L Mullens who earned an AB degree. Mr and Mrs Dave Sutherland move east next week. Mrs I J Eddins returns home after visiting relatives in Columbus and Massillon.
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Emporia
Hank
Anna Maude
Sue
Stephe
Bob Ch
Bluefield
W. Va
Ee Ue
Ater Oes Williams Jr
Rich
Betsy Williams
Sweetbriar College
Harold
Roscoe Jones
de Mattie Williams Hospital
Calvin Walker
Edith Re
Bluefeld
Charles I Davis
Tootsie
E. K. Yeni
Mutter
Mullens
Coeburn
Oon
C. Self
Henry
L. Mullens
Muriel Mullens
Heir
Wwee
Dave Sutherland
Maude
Ruth
Mabel
Eaxt
I. J. Eddins
Columbus
Massilon
Curtis Jones and Missionary Event At Pounding Mill
Curtis Jones and members of the Methodist Missionary society held a gathering in Pounding Mill Virginia on June 15. The event featured a six o’clock session followed by refreshments.
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Pounding Mill
Curtis Jones
Chris
Methodist Missionary Society
Goesmie
Pugh Reception in Pocahontas Honors Bride and Gifts
Mrs Patrick N Pugh was honored at a June gathering in Pocahontas with flowers and a salad reception. Guests included Mrs Jim Dishman Miss Elizabeth Pugh and others. Births noted include a girl born June 11 to Mr and Mrs Euless Crockett and a son born June 10 to Mr and Mrs Branch Big Vein. John H Sproles University of Richmond and Richie Sylvester Lowe Jr with Twenty first Gantery listed among attendees.
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Patrick N. Pugh
Pugh
Jim
Olen
Jim Dishman
Elizabeth Pugh
J. C. Miller
Roy Arrington
Euless Crockett
John H. Sproles
University of Richmond
Richie Sylvester Lowe, Jr
Scho- T. H
Mrs
Sylvester Lowe
Double header results and travel notes from area sports and residents
In a Thursday double header at the ball park Poca Fuel fell to Elletts 16 to 13. The list of local visitors includes Miss Irene Combs and Eunice who travelled to Erie with Krogers. Jane and Revere Jr. arrive today for a extended visit with her parents Mr Senders. Hartley of Mt View, Cal. visits friends in town. Johns Hopkins hospital in Baltimore awaits Kovacs and another traveler tomorrow. Mrs Jos Turley and daughter Rowena take a two week trip through Ohio. Mrs Julia Ellis and Mrs May visit Huntington and Charleston. Jill Hammitt and Helen Thompson depart for Durham NC to visit Miss Jane Hamm for two weeks. Peaches of Norfolk VA visits her grandparents Mr and Mrs Chas Logan. Mrs Ben Buskirk and Segues of Ee. Julia El.
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Irene Combs
Eunice Eeeie
Erie
Clin
Iity Jane
Revere Jr
Senders
Anden Re
Virginia Maxey
Phillips
J. H. Hartley
Mt. View
Cal
Gy Aggae
Hartley
Peres & Zene Tao
Gaza
Durham
N. C
Peaches
Norfolk
Chas
Solon Baach
Greensboro
N.C
Logan
Ben Buskirk
Segues
Julia el
Local Visitors Share Week With Relatives
A visit by Mrs. Seerane SS. Saas of Sence ton Virginia to see her Robinette and wife Senate son David Gordon Asbury and Ben visited relatives in Ohio over the past week Miss Lee Thomas Huntington Virginia visited her uncles Claude and Mercer Thomas and families here the past week.
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I Seerane SS. Saas
Senceton
Caroline A Pas' Field
Robinette
Senate
David
Gordon Asbury
Ben
Ohio
Lee Thomas
Huntington
Claude and
Mercer Thomas
Humphrey Wins Cedar Bluff Mayor Post in Close Race
In Cedar Bluff Virginia 118 of 121 qualified voters cast ballots for town offices. Harry D Humphrey won the mayoralty by 14 votes over Sam G McCall and M Russell in a six seat council election where candidates included Walter C Keene Leck J Hawkins I O Perkins W W Watkins John C Scott and B Of note B D Humphrey father of the new mayor also served on the council with both sides tallying 64 votes.
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Harry D. Humphrey
Harry Humphrey
Mud Fork church services announced for June 16
Mud Fork Virginia hosts a Sunday service at 9 30 led by Rev Elmer W Dean followed by Sunday school at 10 o'clock The notice also lists the miss Hettie Shrader of Mud Fork as a local resident connection to the event.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Bluefield
W. Va
Virginia Side
News Review
Clinch Valley
Richlands
Mud Fork
Miss Hettie Shrader
Mud Ford
Elmer W. Dean
Norfolk sailor seen with kin amid scattered Virginia notices
Hughie L Garvin of the U S naval station Norfolk Va is seen with his grandmother Mrs Mag Renne and other relatives of Va Mrs Joe Shrader after Dunford Va were visiting Mr and Mrs Albert and Mrs Epperson of Ber The roadside market offers an epgeesuey See Saag Sammars Se costae of distribution and income
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Hughie L. Garvin
U. S. Naval Station
Norfolk
Mag- Renne
Joe Shrader
Dunford
Albert
Epperson
Ber
Saag Sammars
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Byrd
E. R. Combs
Virginia
Raven
Margaret White
I. D
Paul
Jessee
B. Lewis
Tenowell County
Bluefield Milling CO
O. S. Arene
Gertrude
Beauty Shoppe
Pocahontas, Va
Soft Ball League
Ball Park
Poca Fuel
Elletts
Krogers
B. Y. Petetee
Geo
Butt Garage
Cedar Bluff, Va
Mas, G. L. Brown
Bluefield, VA
Louise Patton
Clyde Campbell
Octavia Hendrix
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