Bar Mitzvah Celebrated With Reception At Schlossberg Home
A Bar Mitzvah reception honored Richard Schlossberg at the Union Street residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Schlossberg. About 100 guests enjoyed ice and cake as out of town relatives arrived from Roanoke Charleston and New York. Saturday morning services at the synagogue featured prayers and Torah readings for the confirmant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. N. Schlossberg
Union Street
Richard
Gracie
J. JL. K
L. Schwartz
Sidney Kwass
8. DeLott
J. Steckler
Nancy Aaron
Blanche DeLott
Fan Matz, Abrahamson
Bernice Steckler
Betty Schuchat
M. J
Ned Schlossberg
Schlossberg
J. Weinstein
A. Taubman
Steve Schlossberg
Roanoke
D. Schlossberg
Danvill
J. I. Kwass
J. Kohen
Charleston
Joseph Schwartz
Northfork
New York
Lewisburg
Richard Schlossberg
Iman
Dinner Hosts for Bland Street Church Stewards
The Bland Street Methodist Church board of stewards was entertained at Hamilton Hall for a 6:30 dinner hosted by Rev. W. P. Eastwood and Mrs. Eastwood. Guests included Rev. C. G. Eastwood and family as well as many board members and friends.
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Board of Stewards
Bland Street Methodist Church
Hamilton Hall
W. P. Eastwood
J. Sublette
Allen Long
Co. T. St. Clair
Claude A. L. Smith
R. L. Roach
Morton Phillips
Kenneth
George Strader
E. C. Giles
J. E. Wagner, Jr
Luther Scott
Fred Sanders
C. A. Peck
John Barnes
R. L. Shelton
W. C. Snyder
F. C. Goodall
M. M. Woodward
J. Taylor Frazier
Sam Sublette
Dick Rudder
R. F. Flinch
J. A. Whitlock
J. R. Laird
J. T. Harvey
Claude Boughner
Mr. Sublette
W. P.wood
Community dinner honored board members and ministers
After formal talks appropriate to the occasion and bearing witness to Christian fellowship, Orton Wagner George Strader Taylor Frazier C A Peck Luther Scott Boughner and the Rev C G Wood made remarks. Yellow and green decorations and summer flowers graced the tables. A four course dinner was faultlessly served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orton Wagner
George Strader
Taylor Frazier
C. A. Peck
Luther Scott
Boughner
C. G.wood
Relatives’ Guests Travel From Columbus to Wytheville
Mr and Mrs Eric DeBrick of Columbus Ohio visiting relatives here traveled to Wytheville Virginia on Tuesday to see Mrs DeBricks uncle Kyle Hampton and Mrs Hampton They plan to return Sunday to Columbus after staying with the DeBrick and Powell families in Frederick and College avenues respectively
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eric DeBrick
Columbus
Ohio
Wyiteville
New Books At Public Library
Public library in Bluefield adds multiple titles to shelves. Notable names include Nevile Shute and Elizabeth Goudge among others, with a diverse mix of fiction and biographies.
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Public
Bluefield Public Library
Nevile Shute
Sarah Gertrude Millin
Harriet Mae
The
Miss Pearl Taylor Guest in City on Way to Ironton Va
Miss Pearl Taylor of Columbus Ohio is the guest of Miss Ruth Rader on Frederick Street. She will depart for Columbus after a brief stay with the Rader family before joining her parents Mr and Mrs W L Taylor in Bluefield. Miss Jer, former member of the Bluefield Quota Club, will be cheduled for the club luncheon conference at the West Virginian hotel and will leave for Columbus Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Taylor
Columbis
Ohio
Ruth Rader
Frederick Street
Miss Rader
Ironton
W . L. Taylor
Bluefield
Jer
West Virginian
Columbus
DVBS at McComas To Open Monday
The Daily Vacation Bible School at McComas will begin Monday at 9 at the Thomas M church. Mothers of young children not connected with the 8 School who would like to join the classes are asked to volunteer their services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McComas
Thomas M Church
Vivene Studio Grants Art Diplomas in Bluefield Event
Art diplomas were presented by Vivene Studio to Allyeu McMullin and Blanche Frampton at a studio ceremony on Commerce Street. Speakers included A J Cole and Prof E M Louthan, with performances by Genna Gottlieb and remarks on art rooted in nature. The studio boasts West Virginia’s only credited art school status.
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Vivene
Allyeu McMullin
Blanche Frampton
Commerce Street
Vivien Putnam
Irenehe
E. M. Louthan
Bluefield College
A. J. Cole
Mercer County School Board
Cole
Gen Aa Gottlieb
Embryo Holcen
Saertaian
Hollywood
Vivene Art Studio
West Virginia
Bluefie
Nina Smith
Edna Mae Wills
Francisco
Are
Cae Wee Aks T
Pythian Sisters To Have Meeting Tonight
Bluefield temple 83 Pythian Sisters will hold their regular meeting at the Red Men’s hall tonight at 7 30 Mrs Scot district deputy will inspect the chapter full attendance expected After business there will be a social for members with birthdays in May or June All members urged to remember their Pollyannas
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Bluefield Temple
Oren Sisters
Red Men's Hall
Scot
Eha
Arte Ap
Moose Hall
Be Beautiful By Elsie Pierce
A personal fragrance feature extols a lightweight versatile perfume for year round use. It describes multiple uses from after bath to hair and wardrobe, notes harmonious blends, and suggests matching powders. The piece invites readers to request a bulletin on perfume tricks.
Supper Meeting At First Baptist Church Attracts Large Turnout
Men of the First Baptist church held a well attended supper meeting in the church annex Monday evening. E M Louthan presided as spiritual leader with readings by John R Bene and teachers Prof Jackson and Judge D M. Ladies of the church provided a tasty supper.
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First Baptist Church
E. M. Louthan
John R. Bene
Commencement Exercises Friday at Local Church
A notice invites the public to Friday commencement exercises at the church. The exact time is not specified but attendees are urged to join this ceremonial event.
Closing Exercises Of Baptist DVBS
The Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church will hold its closing ceremonies featuring students and teachers who completed the DVBS program. Local families are invited to attend the concluding program and reception to follow.
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Baptist Dvbs
The
First Baptist Church
Cantata Theof Jairus Rehearsals Pressed For Sunday
A strenuous rehearsal schedule is underway for the cantata Theof Jairus with Street Methodist church hosting Sunday at 8 p.m. James Elmer Brown directs with sessions including orchestra, soloists, and chorus through Thursday. The article notes a high altitude mean elevation of the Himalayas at about 17 000 feet.
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Jairus
Street Methodist Church
James Elmer Brown
Himalyas
First Baptist DVBS Picnic at Noon
First Baptist church under Dale Griffin plans a picnic today at noon on church premises. The program includes Beginners through intermediates with school attendance noted as strong and work described as high quality.
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First Baptist Dvbs
The
First Baptist Church
Dale Griffin
Local clubs schedule varied meetings and events
Notices list multiple groups including Guney club at 601 Frederick street with officer elections at 2 30 pm Woman's Christian Temperance union at Hamilton hall Bland Street Methodist church and a strong turnout urged Globe pee club gathering Thursday evening Moose Hall GIA ritual practice and lunch at 1 pm Twin Sisters gifts bearers services First Baptist church time outline study at 7 45 pm and public invited Details include hostesses Lon M and Bluefield club dinners and weekly luncheons at West Virginian hotel YY W C A and YWCA address the community calendar
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Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Hamilton Hall
Bland Street Methodist Church
First Baptist Church
Mae Griffin
Local Social Notes Highlight Weekend Visits and Guests
Mrs. L. M. Catron and daughter Edna travel from Tacoma to visit brother in law E. C. pm and Mrs. Cat ron Eldridge st. Mrs. K. F. Stuart hosts Mrs. Philip D. Wilkes Beckley with Ruth and Katherine. Don Stafford and Billy of Ohio visit. Walter Stuart of Cedar Bluff to spend weekend with J. M. B. Lewis Jr. Sean event at Bi-Country club. Spangler from Danville attends funeral of Dr. G. L. Lawi.
Beckley Founder Honored In Rainy Anniversary Tribute
General Alfred Beckley, founder of Beckley, W Va, celebrated 100 years with a tribute from Governor Holt. A crowd of 3000 braved drenching rain as an 18 foot concrete shaft honoring the Confederate general was unveiled. The day included ceremonies, a trophy for the 1937 Mountain State championship, and a postponed game with the Logan Indians. Miss Betty Jordan-Quay, Beckley descendant, attended with the governor.
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Beckley
W. Va
Alfred Beckley
Govan Oe
Oresight
Holt
Thome
Beckiey
Virginia
Cane
Beckley Bengals
Logan Indians
Betty Jordan
Quay
Clarence W. Meadows
Lions Club
Black Knight Country Club
Weckerly Installed as High Priest in Royal Arch Masons
E Weckerly was installed as head of chapter No 20 Royal Arch Masons at the Masonic temple on Federal street. He succeeds T Frank Mastin who died some time ago while serving as second priest. Other officers installed include G E Hart Payn trustee Sarmen McDowell captain of the host W P Hoback pal sojourner E Peters Arch captain and W Cun ee third
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Weckerly
Royal Arch Masons
Masonic Temple
Federal Street
Mr. Weckerly
T. Frank Mastin
G. E.hart
Payn
Sarmen’ McDowell
W. P. Hoback
Ipal
E. Peters
W. Cunee Eees
Masonic Installation Ceremonies Lead by Grand Officers
The passage lists officers of the first and second veil including W. A. Bostian grand master, I. O Nichols chaplain, N. F. Wickham tiler, A. T. Buchanan and W. C Wilson stewards. Installation ceremonies were conducted by I. B. Nichols grand high priest and A. L Buchanan grand marshal.
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W. A. Bostian
I. O Nichols
N. F. Wickham Tiler
A. T. Buchanan
W. C Wilson
I. 8. Nichols
A. L Buchanan
Early flashlights used fireflies for light
Flashlights preceded electric light using fireflies placed in hollowed dishes as batteries. The glow was turned off by closing the box lid.
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Sheer
A. W.cox Dept
Elsie Pierce
Maureen O'Sullivan
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J. F. Douthat
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Lon M
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