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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
7
Mr. and Mrs. Robinette announce the marriage of their daughter Ruth to Mr. Dewey Shrewsberry on June 17 1925 in Bristol Tennessee with Rev J H Swan officiating. Community notices include church social events and missionary circle meetings in Princeton.
The county court house shows dull activity amid dry weather and sparse business. Marriage licenses are few, divorces decline, moonshine trade fades, and sheriff’s duties center on collecting a few thousand dollars in delinquent taxes.
The sheriff and deputies report a dry period with little public business as the county assessor’s office braces for the upcoming assessment year. Judge Dillard may push criminal court to revive activity next week at the courthouse and public square.
The high school hosts stunt night in the auditorium with acts and sketches for laughs. Judges will award prizes for originality and quality as students from the Rats Juniors Seniors and Junior classes compete. A wholesome community event with student performances and a serious side to the program.
Weekly dances return under Princeton Post 54 at Legion Hall this Saturday. Tyler Evans fid dling orchestra, popular last spring, will provide music for the event. The item also notes various local ads and town happenings including a barn fire and theatre plans.
Emmett Charlton of Narrows sues Shug Meadows of Willowton for damages after Charlton’s Overland was forced off the road by Meadows on the W Princeton Ilyn Lyn road September 19. Meadows’ Star car overturned nearby injuring his family. judges Karnes and Hubbard heard the case and withheld judgment pending today.
Flota Summerfield received a two year sentence in the Washington training school for girls after pleading guilty to conspiracy and counterfeiting in a federal case. Co-defendants Herman Harlow and Henry Orrick also faced penalties. Orrick got two years and six months in Atlanta federal prison, Harlow was placed on probation. All defendants hailed from Uray Raleigh county.
T O Huff principal of Knob Street school found guilty by Justice C C Karnes after a hearing on assault charges brought by parents of eleven year old George Taylor Jr. The boy suffered bruises after Huff paddled him following a disagreement over after school volleyball. A witness teacher corroborated the paddling. The paddle vanished when discarded.
An advertisement asserts Dave's Mentha Pepsin ends indigestion gas and stomach distress. It claims instant relief from symptoms and, with short use, strengthens stomach function. Dr William W Morgan of Bridgerton NJ endorses it after relief from four bottles. Available at Bluefield East End Fairview Princeton Hale pharmacies.
Harrison B Smith serves as President with Ernest C Milatr as Vice President and Secretary, and Dr H H Young named Medical Director in the latest board appointments.
A historical notice touts broad financial stability and expansive business activity. It emphasizes sound management and efficient operation across multiple sectors.
The Dareth Delphian Chapter of Welch held its second meeting on the Woodlawn Court Apartments roof garden with Mrs. Marvin J. Franklin directing the literary program. Reports covered Ancient Egypt topics by multiple members, and the chapter plans a October 12 meeting with continued membership growth.
Seven candidates were confirmed at Grace Church Eckman during a Sunday service led by Bishop Gravatt. A Memorial lectern Bible was presented by The Guild, honoring former president Mrs. W. D. Ord. Local police reported two holdups and mash seizures in recent days. Welch Theatre installs modern projection equipment.
Persistent coughs and colds can lead to serious trouble and may be relieved by Creomulsion an emulsified creosote product. It soothes heals membranes and inhibits germ growth with absorption to the bloodstream while also building up the system after colds or flu. Money refunded if not relieved after following directions.
The Concord party seeks reservations as McDowell County schedules its first college football game in the city. Ticket committee reports growing inquiries by mail and telephone with many seats already reserved, while Welch grounds nearby offer access.
Welch briefs the Cleo Hotel at Jaeger leased to William M Vest who plans major repairs and reinforcement. The hotel will be renamed Hotel West to offer furnished, clean lodging for travelers in Jaeger. Vest is a well known traveling salesman with years of experience.
Morgantown West Virginia September 30 193? After ongoing fights between freshmen and sophomores at West Virginia University the student body voted to abolish all interclass clashes Freshman rules will be enforced and only the traditional sophomore sophomore pushball contest remains the rest abolished until council confirmation Monday night
The McDowell county circuit court tried C. G. Humphreys versus C. B. Totten on trespass on the case and criminal conversation. Humphreys alleges Totten stole his wife’s affection and caused them to separate. Totten denies wrongdoing and says he only saw Mrs. Humphreys at her home with her husband present. Both men work for Norfolk and Western Railroad and reside in Wilcoe. Humphreys is a preacher who conducts services at the Wilcoe church.
A Liverpool scientist explains that a dog tail wag is a peace signal from ancient times when dogs were foes. He links the term white flag to this habit and notes white patches often appear at the tail tip.
Doctors advise Calotabs to cut short grippe and related illnesses. One or two calotabs taken at bedtime with water purport to purge the system without salts or nausea. Morning shows a vanished cold and renewed appetite. fly package with full directions sells for only cents at drug stores.
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