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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1955

Page

10

Local graduate earns B S in Art Education at Bob Jones University

Guy J Hefner son of Mr and Mrs Guy H Hefner of Bluefield Virginia earned a Bachelor of Science degree on June 1 from Bob Jones University Greenville South Carolina. He majored in Art Education and minored in history and won first place for his oil painting Tandy Town at commencement. He received second for Evening in Design and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps. He plans further study in commercial design and aims to enter Christian art advertising.

Guy J. Hefner Guy H. Hefner Bluefield Bobones University Greenville Tandy Town Marine Corps Guy

Virginia claims landmark sits in Arlington across the river

A Virginia claim argues that a familiar Pentagon landmark is located in Arlington, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington. The note contrasts common geography with the official Washington landmark position.

Virginia Pentagon Arlington, Va Capital

Run Silent Run Deep praised as authentic navy novel

The review lauds Commander Beach as Eisenhower's naval aide for his submarine centered tale Run Silent Run Deep. It notes first person skipper narration, wartime realism, and moral questions of rescue versus sinking. United Artists acquired film rights. the book is in Bluefield Public Library.

Silent Service Commander Beach Youngeodig Chant Marine Ed Richardson New London Conn Richardson Hawaii Pete Bungo Pete Norman Mailer Heman Ike Eisenhower Falls Church Virginia United Artists Bluefield Public Library

New British Beauties Join Stable Of Stars

Hollywood reports two new British stars join 20th Century Fox. Joan Collins and Dana Wynter study accents to fit American roles, with Collins aiming for Evelyn Nesbit and Wynter seeking a southern draw for The View Prom Pompey’s Head.

Hollywood Nana 20th-Fox Joan Collins Dana Donna

Senators Push Defense Increase for Supersonic Jets

Democratic senators move to add 200 million dollars to the defense bill for supersonic jet fighters amid tensions over Soviet air power. The proposal, tied to a 31.4 billion defense package, faces expected disputes in the Senate with support from Sen Symington and changes to Marine Corps and Army strength plans under study.

Washington Senate Sen Symington D-Mo Air Force Penvoratin Republicans Appropriations Committee Nathan F. Twining Civi Congress Gene Cral Marine Corps Sen. Chavez

Theda Bara’s Life Inspires Betty Blythe Comeback

Betty Blythe, once a rival of Theda Bara in silent cinema, eyes a comeback sparked by Columbia’s The Vamp project about Bara. Now in her sixties, Blythe lives on a Fontana ranch after the death of her husband Paul Seardon, a former director.

Hollywood Nana Betty Blythe Theda Bara Columbia Theda Betty Fontanna Paul Seardon

Rush Begins For Coleman Musical Remake

Grace Kelly listed to star in another version of Molnar's The Swan. Paramount produced a silent version previously. The remake follows growing demand for the musical drama and features Kelly in a leading role.

Rush Grace Kelly Molnar Paramount

Grafton Chalfonte Hotel On Ocean Offers Club Privileges

The Grafton Chalfonte on the ocean presents a refined clientele with the Modified American Plan. Duncan Hines recommends the hotel and its club privileges include Jacent Free Parking.

Ocean Duncan Hines Jacent

Chapman Hairston Wedding Reported In Bluefield

The Chapman Hairston wedding was held with Rev. C. S. Webster officiating. The bride wore blue nylon chiffon. sister of the bridegroom was a pink nylon chiffon attendant. A reception followed with multiple local and out of town guests listed. The couple will reside at 524 King St Detroit Michigan.

C. S. Webster Shirley Coles Ambrose Chapman Eddie Marshall E. B. Callahan Ester Williams Lillian Ford Robert Ford Marie Alexander William Spencer Betty Peggy Ford Bluefield William Stell Detroit Mich Rose Finney James Finney Joe Nathan Waller William Starkil George Dillard William and Leroy Hairston Lula Weller Coleman

Revival Services Continue This Week at St Matthew United Holy Church

Personal notices note R D Allen of Bluefield Virginia is a patient at Bluefield Sanitarium. A death notice expresses thanks to Rev McKay Rev Howard Dews and others for flowers cards and help after the passing of Mary Jackson. Signed by Sister Evelyn Miller and family.

Maggie McNorton Vine Street M. L. Shepherd Jr Scott Street St. Matthew United Holy Church Personals R. D. Allen Bluefield, Va Bluefield Sanitarium Mary Jackson McKay Howard Dews Lugo Funeral Home Mt. Olive Baptist Church Evelyn Miller

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