Princeton Students Lash at Dictionary Entry Appalachia
Princeton High School students protest a 1978 Random House Dictionary definition of Appalachia calling it biased. Anita L. Ayers defends guidelines against prejudice as students question economic labeling amid Mall growth and a governor’s campaign spending. Copies went to Daily Telegraph Governor Rockefeller and Secretary Manchin.
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Bluefield State College to Hold 84th Commencement Saturday
Bluefield State College observes its 84th annual commencement on Saturday May 16 at 10 a.m. with over 360 graduates. Honorary doctor of humane letters will be awarded to Joseph Gentry, a 1939 alumnus and longtime alumni leader from Columbus Ohio. Dr James W Rowley will deliver the address, with Dianna Loudermilk and Mary Jane Haltom as valedictorian and salutatorian. A Jazz Ensemble concert is set for Friday night and alumni activities include the annual banquet.
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Bluefield State Alumni Weekend Plans Unveiled
Bluefield State Alumni set a two day weekend with meetings in Conley Hall Conference Room. National President Robert Moose will preside over the sessions. A dedication and awards banquet will involve Joseph Gentry Frank Wilson Jerold Dugger and others. Attendees from multiple states expected.
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Dogwood Festival to Feature The Sounds of Love
The Sounds of Love will perform Friday at 7 p.m. at John Stewart United Methodist Church on Jones Street as part of the Dogwood Festival. The quartet includes Eva McHaffa Patricia Bishop Jay Ayers and Karen Woody directed by Edward Buford with William Lewis on accompaniment. Queen candidates include Kim Hendricks Julia Simpson Circle and Tammy Choates J French Lewis Circle. Admission is free to the public.
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Birch Trees Threatened by Bronze Birch Borer in WV
West Virginia officials report European white birch trees are under threat from the bronze birch borer. Charles Coffman of the state agriculture department says the insect is not affecting native birch trees.
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City Seeks 578000 For Jones Vine Redevelopment Phase Two
Bluefield officials will apply on June 1 for 578000 in federal funds to finance the second year of a two year redevelopment program in the Jones Vine Streets area. The plan covers property acquisition relocation home rehabilitation street work and demolition with four new property acquisitions planned along Jones Street and Vine Street. A second public hearing is set for May 26 and neighborhood meetings are scheduled tonight and next Thursday.
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National Police Week Activities Are Scheduled
BLUEFIELD Virginia police announce National Police Week events. An open house at the police station runs 12 noon to 6 pm with Chief Jack Asbury inviting public contact. A memorial ceremony Friday honors slain officers at 12 noon. Saturday features a bicycle safety clinic at Graham High School with an obstacle course and prizes including a bicycle for first place.
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