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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
7
Author David Grayson presents a study of urban life through varied characters from Hempfield to the busy city. He notes the city as a vast mechanism guiding destinies, yet emphasizes the human side found in ordinary people and their impressions.
Bluefield Furniture Co. office worker Miss Ruth Rader addressed the Bluefield Quota Club at noon Friday on Why I Choose My Profession. Guests included Mrs. John Hollman of Monroe County, Va, Miss Barta Anderson, and pianist Charles Cassell who performed two numbers. The board of directors plans a Tuesday noon meeting at the Y rooms on Federal Street.
The Rev J A Bays Mrs Bays and Master Bobby Bays with Jack Anderson travel Friday to visit Mrs Bays mother Mrs J L Anderson in Ducktown Tennessee for about ten days with a Chattanooga stop. They will soon move to El Paso Texas where Mr Bays will begin a new pastorate and friends extend best wishes for their work's lasting influence.
Unusually notable wedding to be held at 10 oclock this morning at the new Methodist church in Bluefield Virginia. The Rev Roy E Early will officiate with Dr W Moore assisting. Miss Blanche Kennedy of Bristol Virginia will be maid of honor and J W Overstreet will serve as best man.
At the Grand Chapter of Eastern Star gathering in Welch, Mrs. Will C. Easley of this city was promoted from Grand Martha to Grand Esther. The local chapter presented her with a gift of silver salt and pepper shakers.
Hannah Bible class of Trinity Methodist church hosted the Uplift class supper Thursday evening with about 100 attendees. A musical program accompanied the event and participants reported strong enjoyment.
The Bland Street Juniors plan a mission study class tomorrow morning at 11 o clock in Hamilton 1. Every member is expected to attend.
Miss Desir Gilmore organized the Girl Reserve Club at several schools this week. Teachers and pupils showed hearty cooperation, praising last year’s clubs for their noticeable effectiveness and helpful impact on the student body.
At the city Shriners meeting a few hundred attendees danced Friday night in two venues. Repass' orchestra played at the Masonic Temple while Watkins' orchestra led the Dug-out number with treats of coffee served at midnight.
Rich materials and styles from world fashion centers were displayed by living models in a style show at the Honaker Department Store. A special platform showcased coats, evening gowns, sport outfits, and millinery. attendance was light due to weather and Shrine dances. The show will be repeated Monday at 7 45 PM and the public is invited.
A Greensboro social gathering at the Deverle home on Oakhurst avenue featured a bridge party honoring Miss Sallie Schenck and Miss Elizabeth Adney who is to wed soon. Autumn leaves and snap-dragons framed the setting with a blazing open grate and refreshments. Guests included numerous local residents and prize awards were given to high scorers.
Attractive guest prizes were presented as Misses Schenck and Adney were awarded in a local event. The portion highlights their recognition and the ceremony atmosphere.
Mrs. Walton Sudduth hosted a miscellaneous shower and bridge party Friday for Miss Elizabeth Adney bride to be. Pink and white décor set a delicate theme as guests enjoyed a two course luncheon and prize play with Mrs. Sterling Mann winning the high prize and Mrs. Taylor the consolation.
Casper Wolf of Baltimore entertained a dinner party at the Blue Rose Tea room last evening. Attending were Miss Mary Martha Davenport of Bluefield, Va. Armstead of Bluefield. Walter Barrow of Richmond, Va. Miss Blanche Kennedy of Bristol, Va. and J W Overtsereet of Bluefield.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bailey hosted a dinner party at the Blue Rose Tea room in New Hope West Virginia. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Tom Sugden Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Davis and B. Paul Carr all of New Hope.
There will be no dance this evening at the Bluefield Country Club as announced in local notices, leaving members without the planned social event. The absence of a program affects residents seeking recreation and club activity tonight.
Mrs. John Hollman visits Monroe County. Shrine ceremonial guests Noel and Mrs Walker from Tazewell. Welch visitors Chef Lee Bahar brief visit to Bluefield. C I Cheyney attends lumbermen convention in Washington and world series. Parker and Tusick couples plan Roanoke motor trip. More locals Shriners meeting participants and guests roam Bluefield and surrounding towns.
M. G. Sutherland of Logan was a guest of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Munsey on Cumberland road during the Shriners gathering. M. Deverle returned last evening from Norfolk and Washington. Mire. Bosworth, mother of Mrs. W. S. Becker, is ill at her home on Oakhurst avenue.
Oklahoma City Oct 94 The international conference of the Disciples of Christ voted about five to one to preserve immersion in missionary work. The convention rejected a committee report urging removal of immersion from the peace conference report and demanded it remain essential in missionary activity.
Mrs. P. M. Joyce of the French Hat Shoppe arrived from New York after two weeks buying millinery for The French Hat Shoppe and the Janette Hat Shoppe in Washington. She selected hats and novelties to harmonize with fall coats and dresses, noting Bluefield will carry the National Capitol selection and Christmas gifts were chosen from premier novelty houses.
The Janette Hat Shoppe on the corner of 11th and H Streets N W enlarges after four months of operation to accommodate rising business. Hats from New York arrive daily for customers at the Annapolis hotel district storefront.
The West Virginia Supreme Court today granted writs of error in two circuit court appeals and refused one. Georgia McMurray and state road commission dispute condemnation for right of way in Jackson County, while Kimball Ice Company sues Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance over a fire policy. McDowell Circuit Court awarded $2,000 fire damages and Mercer Court awarded $1,300 in another suit. Geneva Stokes v Princeton Power Co. had a writ denied in a personal injury case.
Edna Wallace Hopper extols her Fruity Shampoo claiming it gives the glossy luster bobbed hair women desire. She says the shampoo’s key ingredients are secret, invites readers to mail for a sample bottle, and guarantees satisfaction with a money back offer.
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