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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1925
Page
4
A group traveled to Pisgahcho in Tazewell County on Sunday afternoon for a river swim followed by a picnic supper. Present were Mesdames E. B. Garnett Robert Byrd and Walter.
A group including Ferguson, Effie Henderson, Martha E. Pmocee, Joe Cox, Letha Hanson, Mesere, B. E. B. Byrd, A. C. Rogers, water Ferguson, June Ferguson, Douglas Bailey, John Cornell, OC Carr, Roy Simpson and doctors G. W. Lavender and G. G. Rhody returned late in the evening after a most delightful outing.
A cordial informal gathering celebrated Dr and Mrs David Littlejohn leaving the city for Charleston and Mr and Mrs C L King moving to Florida to reside. The event honored their departures with warm wishes from friends.
The event Tuesday evening at Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Ridley gathered Dr. and Mrs. Little Mr. and Jes. King Mr. and Mrs. EB. C. Barton Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Horne and several guests. Simple decorations complemented an inviting ice course as one of the most enjoyable affairs for the honorees.
Members of Mrs Hansel vander's group present Valley Farm this evening at 8 at the First Christian Church. Proceeds aid Mrs Lois Russell daughter of Dr Hasselvander now in Africa. Directed by Mrs Hasselvander and Mrs M M Woodyard. Cast includes Harold Burledge Bernard Cunningham Perry Deane Tom Jarrett and others. A Bluefield Country Club dance follows on Saturday June 27 with Mr and Mrs John T Wilson hosting and music by the West Virginia Ramblers.
The Quota Club of Bluefield meets for its regular luncheon conference at the West Virginian hotel today at noon.
On Wednesday June 24 Miss Ruth Metcalf entertained with a miscellaneous shower for bride-to-be Miss Ebien Galloway. The highlight was a floral wedding contest won by Miss Helen Baylor. Guests dined beside a table laden with bride gifts, decorated as a flower garden.
A decorative arrangement featured four corners for the seasons surrounding a central automobile holding a miniature bride and groom. A salad and ice course was served to a list of attendees including Ellen Galloway Sallie Sanders Helen Huffard Elizabeth Huffard Helen Baylor Margaret Sutton Gertrude Joway Sallie Litz Catherine James Callie Litz Nan Crockett Virginia Frasier all of Bluefield Virginia Miss Blanche Bishop of Galax Virginia Miss Pauline Stowers of Bluefield West Virginia Miss Livingston of Pulaski Virginia Mesdames Jimmy Horton G C Hancock Evans Omar W P Haw ar Ken Grieser T McCall Frazier Bluefield Virginia and Eddie Galloway Victor DeVault Eugene Mowers of Bluefield West Virginia.
Mrs Evie Moseley Eldridge announces the marriage of her daughter Louise to Mr James Stanley Hargis on Monday June 22, 1925 in Washington D C. The couple will reside at home after July 10 Lebanon Virginia.
A dance benefiting the handicapped children's fund was held on the roof garden of the Peery building, organized under the Lions' Club auspices. The event showcased community support and aimed to raise funds for the charity.
Heavy clouds hid the stars yet the dance went on with enthusiasm. The West Virginia Ramblers provided excellent music throughout the evening, and attendees hailed the event as a great success despite weather.
Tuesday evening Miss Helen Bay lor hosted a delightful party and utility shower in Bluefield Virginia for bride elect Miss Ellen Galloway. Four tables were set and Mrs G C Hancock won the high score prize. A basket of lovely presents was given to Miss Galloway and refreshments were served.
Miss Jane Markle entertains this afternoon honoring Miss Minerva Evans of Lynchburg along with Misses Betty Cubbedge Louise Carter and Mary Howard Vaughn of Huntington and Miss Phyllis Penn of Greensboro North Carolina.
A pleasant evening hosted by Ms. George Ker celebrated Mr. Parker's birthday with a surprise dinner and bridge game. Guests enjoyed refreshments and warm felicities as part of the social gathering.
The affair featured Mrs. D. T. Musick and H. B. Witt among guests Roy Witt and Mr. and Mrs. Hobart Jessee. Tilson apartments hosted a simply decorated gathering with bridge prizes and a dainty course menu served by the hostess.
Miss Nathalie Maynard entertains this afternoon in honor of Misses Catherine Stahlman and Elizabeth Thomas who depart Sunday with the Jackson party for a tour abroad. The event also serves as a courtesy to Mrs. Fred McNeer, a charming recent bride.
Miss Mary Howard Vaughn of Huntington was guest of honor at a rook and bridge tea hosted Thursday by Misses Bertha and Virginia Deaumer. Four rook tables and three bridge tables, with a high score prize at one rook table, filled the afternoon. Floral decor and attentive hostesses, assisted by Mrs. T. O. Deaumer and Mrs. John Black of Pittsburg, with light refreshments served.
Vaughn received an attractive prize while winners of prizes play included Misses Louise Carter Catherine Stahlman Lillian Caldwell Helen Kabler Gertrude Steele Louise Du Bose and Helen Hurd. Guests from outside the city included Miss Olive Mae Hamilton Louise Carter of Huntington Miss Lillian Caldwell of Appomattox Va Miss Phyllis Penn of Greensboro N C and Miss Mary Howard Vaughn of Huntington.
Miss Ethel Crawford will present advanced and intermediate pupils Saturday and primary pupils Monday at 8 p m in the First Christian church. Assisting are sister Miss Hazel Crawford of Bristol and Mrs. Hallie Petty of Bluefield. Public is invited to both performances.
Descendants of the late Mr and Mrs J Hugh Hank Douthat met in Rippeade Virginia on Wednesday for their annual family reunion. About thirty five members attended the gathering.
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