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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1932
Page
4
Mercer Grand Jury in Princeton has summoned witnesses for testimony as part of ongoing investigations. Local officials say grand jury activity is routine and does not indicate charges at this time. The report outlines procedural steps and the jurisdiction of Mercer County authorities.
Grand jury convenes next Tuesday with subpoenas for witnesses and testimony on cases from the April criminal term. Walter G. Burton predicts a heavy July docket. Mills brothers Ile and James will be tried separately for the January 30 poolroom murder of Matoaka police chief J. W. Mosby, with trials expected to span at least a week starting July 18.
Mrs B F Brugh and daughter Misa Louise Brugh of Montgomery stay in Princeton visiting relatives. Mrs R D Karnes accompanies them. Numerous locals and guests from Bluefield Pittsburgh Roanoke Welch and Richmond are noted visiting family, friends and attending social calls over the weekend.
A National Contest Prize winner will take an all expense trip through Quebec for two porgie. Col Powers of Hawesville Kentucky and Rev Voyles of Little Rock Arkansas win for their entry on the Rev Voyles famed biblical memory. They will travel to Canada together.
Mr and Mrs W M Poston and son Billy of Walker street and Miss Ed die Kyle traveled to Wytheville Sunday to attend the funeral of Charles Frederick Buddy Poston age fourteen. He died Friday night from injuries after a toy pistol discharge while swimming and shooting at water snakes earlier in the week. Buddy Poston was the son of Mr and Mrs Fred Poston and had lived with grandparents Mr and Mrs J H Poston after his parents deaths. He is survived by one sister Miss Frances Poston of Marion.
The Ford Tudor coach was stolen from its parking place on Eighth Street near the Virginian hotel Sunday night, with owner C. T. Snidow reporting the loss yesterday. A widespread search has been instituted for the vehicle. L. A. Van Court and Jack Van Court left Monday on a trip by automobile to Lake O'The Woods in Northern Minnesota for several days of fishing plus visits to Rainy Lake and Lake Itasca and relatives in Iowa and Minnesota, planning about seven thousand miles on a lengthy vacation.
County clerk issued a fiduciary order appointing Mrs Fannie Albert administratrix of Edgar N Albert estate with bond of 100 and W R Albert as surety. County court held a brief session yesterday four annuities were discontinued and one reduced. Legion to nominate at Princeton Post 54 meeting Tuesday at Memorial building. Officers to be elected in August. Greene Bowling and Mr and Mrs Frank Bowling visited Charleston Sunday and Monday.
Lefty St. Clair blanked Pulaski through seven innings then eased off in the eighth as teammates urged him to give them more practice. The article notes a rough start later smoothing into cooperative batting.
A recent photo shows King Prajadhipok and Queen Rambaibarni as revolutionaries hold them after a mutiny in Siamale army and navy. The rulers survived. the mutiny seeks to establish a constitutional monarchy with the king as head.
The Roosters blanked Pulaski 12-0 as they tightened their winning run. Local fans anticipate a double header featuring the AAIE team and Welch Senators on April 4.
Frank Cutwright Jr of Athens escaped injury when a car driven by W G Anderson struck his father's vehicle as he exited at the Mercer street post office. The Cutwright car’s gas tank was smashed. The matter was settled out of court by agreement of the car owners.
Green View Woman's Missionary society conducts guest night on Thursday at 7:30. Mrs. Joe Young will be the speaker. Public is invited to attend at the church.
Judge George L. Dillard and Judge Geert Snyder entered an order granting a one year term in a criminal case. In juvenile court, a local girl was committed to the state school for girls at Salem.
Walter Whittaker seven year old son of Walter F. Whittaker of Princeton avenue was injured Sunday night when he fell about seventeen feet from a box car at the Sterling Wholesale grocery siding on the Virginian railway. He suffered a dislocated vertebrae and was taken to Princeton hospital where X rays confirmed the injury but no paralysis had developed by Monday.
Princeton Unit No. 54 of the American Legion auxiliary appointed a committee Thursday night to meet a Bluefield Legion auxiliary committee to plan cooperation for an estate convention. Members include Mrs. L. B. Wilyoung, Mrs. E. H. Bay, Mrs. Ralph Shrewsbury, Mrs. J. H. Reynolds, and Mrs. Fred Smith. Vice-president Mrs. J. C. Meador presided as committees reported and refreshments were served by Mrs. Burnley Barger and Mrs. W. H. Eason in the Memorial building club room.
Miss Dianna Lisagor and Mr Leon Feingold of New York were married at the bride's parents home. The service was attended by close family members and marked by a simple ceremony.
G. T. Dowdy filed a damages suit in circuit court against Oscar L. Bennett, returnable to July rules. Bennett is a peace officer at Bramwell and Simmons.
The Brush Creek Hustlers and guests held a gypsy outing at EB. F. Bratton’s meadow with about sixty attendees. They enjoyed stew bacon coffee and singing by gypsy costumes and fortune tellers. Anne Boggs shared gypsy history. North Carolina allocates 22,526 teachers for next year.
Fire destroyed six buildings in Bradshaw early Sunday including the Kennedy store. Originating about 1 am in the basement of the brick store, flames damaged a dwelling, ware room, another dwelling, a second store side, and a small church. Loss was estimated at $35 000 with part of two homes saved.
Mrs. Roxy LaFon aged 38 died at her O'Toole residence Sunday evening after a short illness. The body was sent to Waitesville in Monroe county for burial. She is survived by her husband and children Andre Elaine Marvin Betty and Pat.
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at Hemphill for 18 month old James E. Williams who died at his parents home from pneumonia. Mr and Mrs Jeff Williams of Hemphill mourn the loss.
Steve Coglestrio, held in Mc Dowell county jail on a murder charge awaiting the July grand jury action in Domenick Foca death at Greenbrier, was released on a $10,000 bond yesterday.
Following a state supreme court order, McDowell County courts refused bond for Coglostrio after attorney Harry J. Capehart sought release for him. The defendant is accused of fatally shooting Foca as he sat in a car near the Greenbrier company store.
Local society notes list Mrs. Jack McLaughlin and son Jack from New York visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Edwards. Northfork visitors include Mrs. Frank Buchanan Mrs. Fred Dyer and Mrs. D. B. Hambrick. Several guests depart for home after visits with Counts Dickerson and others.
Clarence Kozley of Orange New Jersey was lost when the schooner Adriana burned during a Montauk Point to Bermuda race. Ten others jumped to the Jolie Brise and were saved as the Jolie Brise returned to rescue Kozley’s companions after the fire started from spontaneous combustion. The race began Saturday.
On opening day in Chicago the Roosevelts plus other attendees created a stylish scene with silk prints, heavy hats, and summer furs. Mrs Woodrow Wilson appeared in a black silk gown with white detailing while Alice Roosevelt Longworth embraced comfort in a purple frock and open-work hat. Anna Roosevelt Dall described her yellow tennis-like dress as wrong, and Mrs Alfred Smith showcased brown suede and a fox fur wrap as excitement built for the candidate’s nomination.
The Maryland governor Albert Ritchie, seeking the Democratic presidential nomination, is shown acknowledging cheering crowds in Chicago. His prospects brighten as the Smith Roosevelt faction intensifies its contest within the party.
Edward Young Clarke former Ku Klux Klan official and Esskaye promoter was declared sane by psychiatrists at Cook County psychopath hospital where he admitted himself. Dr V G Uree, a leading alienist, found no mental ailment and noted the report signs.
Judge Charles Allen presided over a sanitay hearing for Clarke. Clarke was committed to the county hospital for observation on Tuesday at his counsel's request, after a physician termed him paranoid. State investigators have surveilled Beskaye, Inc., noting Clarke had promised to cure the economic ailment of the nation through the group, with membership fees from $10 to $300. offices of the organization are now closed.
In Hong Kong today Chinese airplanes under General Chan Chaitong mistook the British gun boat Moochen for a rebel craft near Kau Island and dropped six bombs that failed to hit. The raids aimed to recover rifles valued at $500,000 seized by Admiral Chan Chak from Cantonese forces.
New York reports the Democratic convention in Chicago will occupy a large portion of NBC and CBS networks schedules. WEAF WJZ and WABC will carry the broadcast starting about 10 30 eastern time with possible additional sessions aired if held.
Senator Moses denounces Democratic absences at Chicago convention as halting key legislation. He cites lack of quorum and stalled Senate voting as the session nears its end and the fiscal year closes.
Velvet mitts featured in midseason fashion displays in Paris to complement evening gowns. The fingerless mitts were under elbow length and worn wrinkled along the lower arm in soft aquarelle shades.
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