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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
6
Bluefield Virginia joined a statewide blackout last night and this morning with full public compliance. The town stayed dark except for train operation and stars were visible, as residents rationed power completely.
Police struggle to enforce a dog quarantine as some dogs run at large. Chief Sarver notes the issue, and authorities have shot several dogs found off limits. Residents are urged to keep dogs tied or penned during the quarantine period.
Mrs. 8. C. Warden of Bluefield Virginia witnessed blast of two American ships near Virginia Beach from an enemy submarine. She reported the event to her mother and the incident was later carried by the press, bringing the war home to Bluefield.
Virginia readers recall Col Charles Lindbergh forecast the next war would be fought in the air. The lone eagle again draws attention as his prescience is reconsidered amid current global tensions. Sugar shortage notes invite Bluefield residents to await sugar application details. A Woman's Missionary Board meeting is set for 145 at the Memorial Baptist church.
United States Senator Harry F. will be among dignitaries attending the dedication of the Shumate bridge at Pearlsburg on Saturday. The chief address will focus on local development and community progress.
Robert West son of Mrs Nannie Bell West of Virginia avenue wired that he is safe in Northern Ireland. The message reached his mother yesterday confirming his safe status abroad.
Mrs A FE Andes travels with her children Gloria and another child in a brief social notice. The item records a family outing and mentions the names of the participants.
A strike of about 20 employees from Richardson and Whelan of Roanoke slowed construction on an addition to the Appalachian Electric Power generating plant in Cabin Creek. AFL officials in Charleston said the walkout stemmed from alleged company discrimination toward some workers.
The White House contributed to a rubber collection campaign by turning in about 400 pounds of scrap items. A truck hauled away old garden hose and runners used for floors and corridors.
Instructions for a 4 pound Wilson's Beef pot roast with simmering until tender and vegetable additions. Includes thrifty meal ideas such as boiled beef with horse radish sauce, short ribs Jardiniere, Hungarian goulash and veal dishes with Bake-Rite pastry. Ends with promotion for Wilson's Beef quality assurance.
A donation of sponge rubber mats was received along with discarded overshoes and a single ball. The rubber mats were given to aid non slip flooring.
The funeral for Gloria Blane Hurt, who died Wednesday at her mother Amy Hurt's home in Bluefield Virginia, will take place today at 2 30 pm at the Bluefield residence with Rev. Eugene Patterson officiating. Burial follows in Oak Grove cemetery.
The Home and Garden club gathered Monday at Mrs Maude Seay’s residence on Ellis street with president Mrs Lula Ward presiding. Visitors included Mrs C H Kirtley and Mrs Charlotte Morrison. A creton bed spread and draperies were shown. The annual public flower show is set for August with the first July meeting led by Mrs Maggie Clarkston. The hostess and her daughter Louise served an ice course.
Mrs. Mable Roberson wife of O E Roberson and daughter of Mrs B Ridley of 313 Church street died Wednesday morning at 10 15 at Saint Marys hospital funeral arrangements will be announced later
The Credialawn Bridge Club held its weekly meeting at Jones Street residence of Mrs Roy Davis with Mrs John Hairston as hostess. The club president is Mrs O.
The group wore double V pins linking to the national campaign. A hostess served a plate at the gathering. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Lenius Harris Jr.s home 207 Jones Street Our Loving twin daughter Iva Millie Loutta Shade. One year since Ivas passing, rest with Jesus. Signed Mr and Mrs Harry Odell Shade and sisters Iris Mildred Shade Sylvia Julia ade.
Mrs. Clea Manno hosted the Deborah club on North Mercer street Monday evening. Attendees discussed the August calendar program. Mrs. W. O. Moore read and discussed Doctoring with Music. A salad course was served.
The Senior Missionary society of Blakes Chapel meets at the church this afternoon at 3 30. The class of 1938 gathers at Miss Theresa Blair's home at 7 30 tonight. The Senior choir at John Stewart church rehearses at 8 this evening. Circle No 1 of John Stewart Methodist meets at Mrs Gallie Free’s home 1116 Delaware Street at 3 30 this afternoon. Miss Pauline Weir of Prank ford Ind is a house guest of
Mr C H Kirtley and Mrs Kirtley with their daughter Iris reside on Williams Street.
Detroit June 17. Engagement announced for Josephine Clay Ford, daughter of Henry Ford and founder of Ford Motor, to Walter Buh Ford It. No wedding date set. The couple are not related.
Miss Ford 19 attended Hall Chatham Va and Miss Witt's School New York City. Ford 22 son of Mr and Mrs Frederick Climmord Ford is a Yale senior. He has enlisted in the naval reserve and is to be called to active duty after graduation in February 1943. His father is president of Ford Motor Company.
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