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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1925
Page
19
The city suspends Chief B. C. Neel following an incident last week when four chain gang prisoners escaped from the mayor's office during noon hour. Private detectives cost $800 aided their capture while A. G. Hall served as guard. J. B. Wilson to act as day chief pending council action.
The Maple Hill cemetery association near funding shortfalls discussed restricting burial permits to plot owners only while the new cemetery fills. Outsiders have long been buried there, prompting concerns about future capacity and upkeep for this sacred site.
The rural schools of Tazewell County near closing with Bailey school led by Miss Josephine Peery to shut April 3 after two weeks. Sisters Misses Josephine Virginia and Gladys Peery teach at Bailey Tip Top and Pocahontas. Concord Normal in Athens praised after Rev. R B Early chapel talk citing marked improvements.
Virginia faces semi annual poll tax time as voters weigh party loyalty and eligibility for the August Democratic primary amid debates over straight ticket voting and potential impacts on nominations in Tazewell County. Ruminations center on road issues and possible judicial redistricting for the next session.
An afternoon thunderstorm altered the early spring mood as lightning flashed and thunder roared over the city shortly before 2 o clock. The event followed a day cold enough for fires and overcoats.
The Methodist choir meets tonight at 7 30 at J H Bates home for practice with full attendance urged by organizers.
Atlee Smith of Newport is rapidly recovering in a Pearisburg hospital from injuries suffered ten days ago when his automobile wrecked on a Giles county highway. He was seriously injured but is improving steadily.
Rat Wade, star outfielder for the fats, was struck during yesterday's game and sustained a severe handicap from the injury. Managers and medical staff attended to him as the team halted play for treatment and assurance of his condition.
A player sustained an arm injury on the first ball of spring practice and was forced to retire from further participation, limiting drills for the session.
The Pounding Mill blast will be fired this afternoon soon after Norfolk and Western train No 111 passes the site. Boxley quarry workers aim to provide limestone for the crusher for the next year with 1200 boxes of dynamite shipped in yesterday. Experts from E I Du Pont Powder Company aided in setting the charge and a moving picture crew planned to film the event, with spectators expected from surrounding areas.
The ing Mill sits on the Clinch Valley railroad thirty three miles west of Bluefield. This afternoon a massive blast tore into the limestone ledge sending tons of rock outward and likely audible for miles in the area.
Students and teachers noted yesterday March 18 as Grover Cleveland's birthday with schoolwide recognition. The event highlighted the former president's legacy in civics lessons and local history.
James Davenport recovering well after an appendicitis operation at the Bluefield Sanitarium. He is expected to be discharged soon, ten days after the surgery, and is progressing favorably.
W L Sweeney the Maxwell Chrysler dealer went to Peterstown yesterday to deliver a handsome Chrysler car to a local purchaser. Peterstown is reported on a big boom with renewed activity and growth prospects.
Pocahontas Temple members toured Bluefield Temple to study initiatory rites and were hosted with warm hospitality. The visit inspired plans for regular meetings, by law adoption for a new temple, and strong attendance appeals. Local members and neighboring temple delegates were urged to attend. The piece also notes Gillespie funeral attendance by Pocahontas members.
Over Tazewell and surrounding counties the community attends the funeral services of the late James Gillespie in Bluefield Virginia. Rev Wm Burleigh the Pocahontas Christian Church pastor delivers a stirring sermon praising the deceased life and steadfast gospel work. The vast audience fills the Christian Church as townspeople extend heartfelt sympathy to the Gillespie family.
Rehearsals for the Springtime musical extravaganza, staged by local talent, proceed rapidly with the goal of presenting a finished reduction. The sessions are being conducted by a representative of the organizers.
The Rogers Producing Co of Chicago showcases skilled home talent under tutorship drawing strong support from Bow League efforts. Proceeds fund extended work and are expected to attract broad town patronage.
Universal feature The Measure of a Man starring William Desmond is shown at the Palace Theatre Pocahontas Virginia. Set in a north woods logging region the romance grief and tragedy play out under Arthur Rosson direction with a strong supporting cast.
Universal feature The Measure of a Man starring William Desmond is being shown at the Palace Theatre in Pocahontas Virginia, with page thirteen insert noted.
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