Bert W Ellis named Welch Chamber secretary succeeding Stahlman
Bert W Ellis former cashier of the defunct Merchants and Miners bank was chosen secretary of the Welch Chamber of Commerce to replace Carl Stahlman effective July 1. The selection, approved by local business leaders and citizens, follows Stahlman’s pending resignation and Ellis’ long residence in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert W. Ellis
Merchants and Miners Bank
Welch Chamber of Commerce
Carl ©. Stahlman
Stahlman
Ellis
Chamber of Commerce
Gail T. Carter
J. W. Price
C. B. Houston
L. L. Ashworth
Joe Effron
Bert Ellis
Coroner Denies Foul Play In Eckman Death
Keyston deputy coroner Dr. J. E. Brown reports James King died from inhaling carbon monoxide after his body was found on an ash pile near the Eckman coke ovens Tuesday morning. The coroner’s statement dispels rumors of foul play.
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J. E. Brown
Keystone
James King
Eckman
Brown
Emerald Oil Promises Quick Foot Relief and Odor Control
An advertisement touts Moone's Emerald Oil as a fast cure for tired aching feet. Apply a few drops nightly to relieve smarting burning surfaces and foot misery. claims also to reduce varicose veins and odor. Sold by Bluefie Pharmacy and others with money back guarantee.
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Bluefie Pharmacy
East End Pharmacy
Fairview Pharmacy
Moone
Rumored Enemies Suspected After Local Man Found Dead
A county rumor spread that a man found near coke ovens had violent death. Brown reported the body lay 300 yards from the ovens near burning bone, with undertaker and helper nearly overcome by monoxide gas. A colored physician said a message to Crozier Coal Co addressed to the man’s sister was returned undelivered.
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Brown
King
Crozier Coal Company
Squire Huff Sentences Miner for Possessing Cigarettes
Robert Harrison, an employee at Central Pocahontas No 3 mine, was arraigned for having cigarettes while on duty. Squire A C Huff sentenced him to thirty days in jail and a $50 fine. Carl B Early, receiver for the defunct Gilbert Bank, said most deposits will be paid back though final settlements will take time.
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Robert Harrison
Central Pocahontas
Squire A. C. Huff
Harrison
Carl B. Early
Gilbert Bank
Early
Gary Coal Diggers Seek Added Strength for Saturday Game
Manager Tom Clark and President Bob Powell announce enhanced roster for the Gary Coal diggers as they face the Bluefield Nut Busters Saturday afternoon at the Gary lot. Start time projected around 3 30 with Smokum Adair delivering the dunking. Pat Peters 18 of Black Wolfe is reported in good condition at Welch Hospital after a Tuesday injury left him with a fractured left femur. Miller funeral held for Robert Miller four-year-old son of Mr and Mrs C M Miller of Anawalt was conducted at the parents home.
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Tom Clark
Bob Powell
Gary Coaldiggers
Bluefield Nut Busters
Gary Lot
Smokum
Adair
Pat Peters
Black Wolfe
Welch Hospital
Peters
Accident causes fatal gunshot in Welch home
A five year old boy was accidentally shot and killed by his sister while playing in the house as their mother worked inside. The tragedy occurred when the children obtained the pistol without the mother’s knowledge. The boy died a few hours after the shot.
Smylie Bible Class Adjourns For Summer
The Smylie Bible class adjourns for summer and will resume the third Sunday in September. Judge Jas A Strother will discuss The Secret Trail By Tight upon reassembly. Attendance has averaged about twenty five percent higher than previous years with speakers from law medicine teaching business and Welch Protestant ministers. J W Edwards serves as president.
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Jas. A. Strother
Welch
J. W. Edwards
Theater manager keeps war rank seen in dash for title
A London theater manager insists on retaining his war service rank. An actor asks for Mr Dash, and the doorkeeper replies that Colonel Dash is upstairs. The actor then says Corporal Blank would like to see him, reflecting the officers and ranks used as a joke in Tit-Bits.
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London
Dash
Colonel Dash
Corporal Blank
Patou Ball Gown Features Pink Net With Jewelled Straps
A Patou ball gown showcases a delicate pink net fabric with a draped bodice and jeweled straps. The skirt cascades in dozens of pointed tiers, creating a silhouette of refined glamour.
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Patou
Jury Disagrees in Beavers Case in McDowell Circuit
The jury in the Beavers case at the McDowell county circuit court was dismissed after failing to reach a verdict. Jurors had been out three times seeking further instructions before adjournment at noon.
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Beavers
McDowell County
Zemo Healing Liquid Promises Clear Skin
Advertises Zemo Healing Liquid for itching skin and scalp relief. Claims to banish pimples blotches and blackheads with a pleasant dependable formula. Mentions pricing at 60 cents and 1 dollar at druggists.
Bitterly Contested Trial Over Beavers Cohesive Case
The case, tied to the slaying of Mrs. Cora Stacey's husband during a whiskey raid, saw a heated fight in court. Beavers limited Mrs. Stacey to $700 in a compromise while suing for contingent fees after a $7,600 verdict, and the jury hung on the retrial.
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Cora Stacey
Beavers
Stacey
Brooks Beavers
Weavers
Ws5
Unclear Dialogue About Watches From Passing Show
Fragmentary dialogue notes a preference against wearing wristwatches in the evening and mentions a pleasant impression from the Passing Show. No clear event or individuals are identified beyond generic references.
Slate Fall Blamed for No 3 Vein Explosion
Coroner’s jury in McDowell County finds eight miners Val entine Royal Harry Lieding Lester Burk Earl Dockery Howard Maxwell Joe Gudger Will Smith Will Griffin died from a gas explosion in No 10 East Mine of Pocahontas Coal at Caples. Gas released from No 4 seam after a slate fall. mining laws followed.
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Pocahontas Coal and Coke Company
Caples
Welch
McDowell
Iwai
H. G. Camper
Val
Entine Koval
Harry Lieding
Leste Burk
Earl Dockery
Howard & Well
Joe Gudger
Will Smith
Will Griffith
Valentine Royal
Lester Burk
Howard Maxwell
Will Griffin
Lester Bark
Earl Howard Maxwell
C. B. Brewster
S. E. Carter
Moses Himan
Leo J. Sigridge
B. F. Willliams
W. J. Hatfeld
Gain Strength With S S S Health Tonic
Advertisement urges readers to begin a regimen of S S S to restore energy and vigor. Claims it builds red blood cells and improves nourishment from herbs and plants. Notes it is sold in drug stores in two sizes with the larger more economical.
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Amr
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Black Hills
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White House
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M. C. Hammond
Smylie Bible
China
Shanghai
Boots
BY Makin
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Abner
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Bill
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McCormick
Baltimore, Md
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