Roadwork on Davy Saeger road closes section soon
The Price Construction Co. grades route No. 8 between Davy and Jaeger for rock removal. The Jaeger to Johnnycake Creek stretch may close for several days during daytime operations to remove overhang rocks. Completion target June 23 if weather allows. Traffic will be managed and inquiries directed to the state road commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Price Construction Company
Davy
Jaeger
Johnnycake Creek
State Road Commission
H. J. Spelman
Tluth
Jaecer
Road repair aims to finish within thirty days
The contract calls for completion within thirty days. The road section has faced criticism after grading with no improvement for travel and no detour. Hope is for progress soon as work moves past the river, easing travel hardship.
Membership Reaches Eight Hundred Mark in Bluefield Auto Club
Bluefield Auto club reports 800 voting members with about sixty dues overdue. A W Utterback and P B Payne credit strong two week efforts, noting 75 new members and arrangements with service stations and a law firm. Utterback aims for 5000 members to enable broader territory service and regional prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield Automobile Club
A. W. Utterback
P. B. Payne
Utterback
West Virginia
No Longer Required To Register Cars At Borders
The treasury department regulates removal of customs restrictions for American motorists crossing into Canada or Mexico. US registration cards will suffice to prove ownership when leaving the United States. Canada and Mexico retain their own entry rules including duplicates, bonds, and time limits for visitor stays.
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Treasury Department
United States
Canada
Mexico
Amercan
Duty Based on Weight and Value of the Car
The text notes that duty is calculated on both the weight and value of the car and that no trouble will be experienced in fixing the bond at the border.
County Engineer Deserves Credit for Detour Efforts
Heavy rains have damaged local grad e and dirt roads. The Princeton to Glenlyn closure shifts traffic to a detour via Athens Elgood and Glenlyn, widened and scraped under C E Allen. Distances noted include Athens to Glenlyn about 16 miles and Bluefield to Dublin about 77 miles with other routes longer but better maintained.
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Roanoke
Shenandoah Valley
Princeton
Glenlyn
Athens
Elgood
C. E. Allen
Virginia
Bluefield
Dublin
Rocky Gap
South Gap
Whitegate
Poplar Hill
Bland and Wytheville
Wytheville
Car safety check: brakes horn and lights
With peak driving season here motorists should verify three key safety items in every car. Brakes are essential for safety, the horn must be clear and reliable, and headlights should be correctly aimed for night driving. Regular service checks at a station ensure these systems function fully and reduce highway risk.
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America
Evenine
Emergency Road Service Stations Expanded for AAA Members
AAA announces three new official service stations Norwood Garage Kimball Keystone City Garage and Mike Bearre Twin Branch offering 24 hour free emergency road service to members. Members call the nearest station and an escort car is dispatched immediately, justifying the membership cost.
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AAA
Norwood Garage
Kimball
Norwood
Keystone
Keystone City
Twin Branch
Mike Bearre
Members urged to show cards for touring information
Members can speed service and improve touring bureau assistance by presenting membership cards when seeking routes maps and other information. When calling provide full name address and card number if possible and note membership. Members should protect information from nonmembers and share maps at card cost.
How to Do a Good Turn for Your Club
A short piece extols the pleasure of doing a good turn for a club or organization. It urges members to contribute and offer help, highlighting the communal value of generosity and service within club life.
Call for Membership Growth at Bluefield Automobile Club
The Bluefield Automobile Club, with 800 of about 15 000 car owners in its territory, urges larger membership to fulfill board plans. Leaders say success rests on each member and call for joining the 100 percent Club by adding one new member.
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Bluefield Automobile Club
AAA Membership Card Benefits Mentioned for Tag Redemption
Two license tags have been turned in to the Bluefield Automobile Club. H.3-514 and 42-617 may be reclaimed by owners who call or write for them. The notice explains how AAA members can obtain the tags through contact.
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Bluefield Automobile Club
Hit and run drivers who damage parked cars condemned
Auto owners condemn the type of driver who bumps or shoves into parked cars to gain space then flees. Though not as deadly as fleeing pedestrians, these acts scar property and go largely unnoticed. Public reform starts with individual recognition of reckless selfishness and a personal vow to refrain.
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Strema
West Virginia state maps offered free at club HQ
Liberal supply of new state maps available to club members at no charge. The maps boast detour markings in red with length and condition references. A detour map is expected soon to enhance completeness. current maps include a bulletin with necessary information.
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West Virginia
Detour Markings-Demand for Clarity and Safety
Community discussions push for clearer detour markings to ensure smooth traffic flow and safer navigation through construction zones. Local officials cite interim signage while long term routing plans are developed.
Bluefield opens 24 hour full service station
Visitors complained about late night service in Bluefield. The town now has a station offering gas and oil service plus all motorist needs. The Bluefield Automobile Club names this station an official service station. Call United Auto Service Inc for instant aid, with special service to AAA members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
Bluefield Automobile Club Arranges Parking Permits for AAA Members
The Bluefield Automobile Club coordinates with the city to issue Parking Permits to AAA members. Members visiting Bluefield should stop at the club office for permit instructions. Several visiting AAA members already received permits and praise the service for out of town visitors. Visit club headquarters to learn the available arrangements when in Bluefield.
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Bluefield Automobile Club
Bluefield
AAA
Club
Now Is The Time To Join AAA Membership Push
A local appeal urges readers to join the AAA club this year and bring in new members. The message promotes the benefits of membership and encourages spreading the program to friends to reach full participation.
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West Virginian Hotel
Greever’s
Bland Street
United Auto Service
Bland and Ellis St
arnett-Brunfield
Om Street
Virgiaw
Bluefield, W. Va
Raleigh Street
A. Sheweyshire & Radiator Shop
Bluefield Ave
W. Va
Coburn Motor Service, Inc
Wyoming Street
Welch
Deeee Keystone
George W Hutt
Pocahontas
Wikt
Acme Hardware Co
Welch Lalee Company
Riverside Drive
Gary Road
West End
Davy Road
Virginia Avenue
Bluefield Road
Twin B
Gradahaw
Wapte Laeger
Montcair
Northfors
Pocahopias
Legale Service
Peery Building
Strother Sale, Curd and Tucker
First National Bank
Ne Welles
Davy-Saeger Road
Latter Point
West Virginian Garage
Raleigh St
Soren
Fia
Isha
American Automobile Association
Europe
A.A. A
Federation of Motor Vehicle Owners
Ee County
Glen Lyn
Auto Starter Shop
Raleigr 8&T
Marmon
Hupmobile
MAY Motor CO
Auto Tops
West Va
Top Co
Coca-Cola
THE
Dodger
Ios
W. R. Keesee Co., Inc
Bluefield Avenue
Dodge Brothers Vehicles
RUSCO
United Auto Service Co
Bland and Piti
Shewey’s Tire & Radiator Shop
Bluefield, W
Buick
Morton Dae
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