Interests Develops in Chamber Meeting
The chamber of commerce held a session with low attendance but notable interest as routine business was skipped. Dues arrears were highlighted, postal reminders were discussed, one new member joined, and George P Johnson’s resignation was tabled for board review. An invitation was extended to J K Johnson of Norfolk and Western to speak soon.
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Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Board of Directors
George P. Johnson
J. K. Johnson
The
Norfolk and Western
Johnson
Columbia announces twelve selections on six double disc records
The notice states a Columbia release plan delivering twelve selections across six double disc records all on approval. It indicates a format approach and buyer-friendly trial terms for listeners evaluating the set.
Bluefield Chamber Plans Cooperation With Local Firms
The Bluefield chamber approved a resolution to aid Appalachian Furniture Company and Armour Packing in relocation and parking project efforts. It discussed macadam roads, clay resources reports, sewer connections, and street improvements while seeking faster action from property owners for sanitary progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appalachian Furniture Company
Armour Packing Company
East End
South Bluefield
Pwr
Bluefield
Chamber
Community meeting on street improvements adjourns
A local gathering discussed several plans to spark interest in street upgrades. The meeting adjourned after a short, productive session with emphasis on focused action to turn plans into results.
Welch News Highlights Reach Through Town
Waverly resident Patterson and Bramwell visitor Laibar are noted in Welch. Mrs Oweng travels to Atlanta for her sister’s illness. Swope family returns from Monroe County Mississippi nurse Coleman returns to Bluefield. Billy Burton opens vaudeville show at air dome tonight. Coalwood’s G H Wheeler dies and will be buried in Ashland Ky. Jenkins-Jones man Didinger in Welch. Bruster, guarding smallpox patients, reports progress with three released. Campbell of Norfolk remarks Welch’s fine business buildings and depot. County official McClaren and Capt Ford back from Guyan fishing trip. Appalachian Power dam visitors praise treatment. Miss Hannah Edwids returns to Athens College for summer normal.
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W. F. Patterson
Waverly
W. A. Laibar
Bramwell
C. H. Oweng
Atlanta
Swope
G. A. Swope
Monroe County
Billy Burton
Airdome
G. H. Wheeler
Coalwood
Ashland
H. Claude Didinger
Jenkins- Jones
Welch
J. L. Beamer
H.L. Laughter
Wilcoe
J. M. Bruster
No. 11
D. G. Campbell
Norfolk
Campbell
W. J. McClaren
G. M. Ford
Guyan
Appalachian Power Company
Hannah Edwids
Athens College
Best Bill of Season at the Elks Opera House
Yesterday and tonight the Elks opera house offered a premier bill with Billy H Jones presenting Grassophone music and various stunts. Featured acts include Gladys Wilbur a singing comedienne and Herman Shirley with acrobatics and contortions. Matinees at 3:30 p m with low admission, evening shows at 7 45 and 9 15.
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Elks' Opera House
Billy H. Jones
Gladys Wilbur
Herman & Shirley
Elke’ Opera House
Relief fund contributions record from H. N. Eavenson
A secretaryacknowledges donations to the Jed relief fund totaling 150 dollars and lists new contributions since the last report from Elkhorn Coal & Coke Co Boston and Drava Contracting Company Pittsburg totaling 150 dollars.
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Jed Relief Fund
H. N. Eavenson
Gary
Elkhorn Coal & Coke Co
Boston
Mass
Drava Contracting Company
Pittsbourg
Pas
Suspect in Kentucky Held as Edwards Photo Reviewed
The Roanoke World reports a photograph from Kentucky sheriff showing a man held in Clay City suspected as Wesley Edwards. Judge Staples received the image after delays via Hillsville and Roanoke. W G Baldwin cannot positively identify him but says resemblance warrants continued investigation and awaits a further teeth description for final ID.
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Kentucky
Wesley Edward
Roanoke World
Clay City
Wesley Edwards
Carroll County
Staples
Roanoke
Walter R. Staples
Hillsville
W. G. Baldwin
Marlinton
W. Vai
Baldwin
Edwards
Wroyre
Odd coal shipment advertised as Pocahontas quality
A week ago an unusual coal shipment was advertised as having Pocahontas superior qualities. The claim centered on the coal’s noted purity and combustion efficiency, suggesting buyers could expect exceptional fuel performance.
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Pocahontas
Barge Howard Loads Carload of Coal for Maryland Steel Co
Norfolk correspondence notes the barge Howard loading a carload of 300 tons at Sparrows Point for Maryland Steel Co. The sailaway highlights Pocahontas coal quality as superior since coal is sourced locally near Baltimore, not from Baltimore or Pennsylvania.
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Howard
Maryland Steel Co
Sparrowsa Point
Baltimore
Pennsylvania
Lambert Point
Caster, Curran & Bui Inc
Norfolk
Coal Trade Journal
Eyelid Cut in Parliament Debate at Princeton
During a heated debate at Princeton yesterday an injury occurred when Col Ltally struck by a blow to the eye after a confrontation over primary results. G. Lilly, reportedly involved, suffered a severe cut but doctors say no eye loss is expected. Lilly remained in Princeton overnight.
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Princeton
Second West
Colo Lally
Thomas E. Peery
C. Wes
Lilly
Stuart improving as Virginia governorship eyed
Henry C. Stuart, recently released from a Richmond hospital after an operation, is visiting his brother John J. Stuart in Abingdon Virginia. He continues to improve and shows good prospects for a rapid recovery with plans to pursue the Virginia governorship in the next contest.
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Henry C. Stuart
Richmond
John J. Stuart
Abingdon
Virginia
Mitsburg Coal Co Secures St Paul Contract for 9000 Tons
The Mitsburg Coal Co gains a St Paul contract for 7 000 tons Pocahontas mine run and 2 000 tons Youghiogheny at 4 59 per ton Youghiogheny. An additional 100 tons anthracite egg and stove go to Lehigh at 8 74 and 5 50 for buckwheat. Bids on soft coal use the B T U system.
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Mitsburg Coal Co
St. Paul
Pocahontas
Youghiogheny
Lehigh
B. T. U. System
Coaltrade Journal
Officers Elected at New River Co Boston Meeting
Directors of the New River Co in Boston on the 13th elected Robert H. Gross president Henry N Sweet vice president Frank B Daws secretary and assistant treasurer and George W Bunton auditor. ini is the Sprague-Dixon company operating near Macdonald.
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New River Co
Boston
Robert H. Gross
Henry N. Sweet
Frank B. Daws
George W. Bunton
Sprague-Dixon Company
Macdonald
The Busy Estore Adverts for Online Shopping
A bustling online store promotes its catalog with broad advertisements. It highlights convenience, wide selection, and quick delivery, aiming to attract shoppers seeking home goods and electronics.
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Turk
Bland Street
Ladies of the Sacred Heart Church
Rat’ A'roye
Green Valley
Giles County
Sarah May Butt
Parkley W. Croye
Pearisburg
Daugher
George A. Bot
Pearlsburg
Lila
Tey
No. 15
Knights Templar
J. H. Gollehon
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J. L. Young
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RR. W. Cubredge
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R. W. Trapnell
J. F Land
EK. M. McCullach
George Slicer
F. B. Rodefer
Norwood Davis
H. Carr
BE. Payne
Sentinel
Clive Fortner
Bland County
Bland Court House
W. Williams
Wirginia
Daily Telegraph
Radford
Biana County
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Alda
J. M. Barr
Norfolk and Southern
New York
W. C. Dowdy
Kenosha
Wis
Rambler Motor Co
Sint Dowdy
Dewdy
Altamont Hotel
White Pharmacy
Bijou
Mabel Taliaferro
Selig
Candren
Bria’s Isle
Mr. Ridge
Mr. Barrett
Ridge
Vance
Chas. M. Stieff
Main Street
Lynchburg, Va
C. W. Whitmore, Mer
Richlands
Richlands Brick Cornoration
Richlands, VA
Reynolds-Shor CO
Keystone
W. VA
Raymond Lybrook
Bland St
Bluchelé
BT. v
Cohen & Baker Cigar Co
Columbia
South Side Drug Store
Ters
Postum Cereal Company. Ltd
Battle Creek, Mich
Welch News
UTES
Elks Opera House
Th G. Litty
Henry Stuart
Russel County
Wharini
Midway
Rogers St
Giles St
Itsolliat Bowling Realty CO
Thornton Building
Geo. H. Hill
Bluefield, W. Va
Waryney
of Electric
New Era
Appalachian Power Co
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