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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1956

Page

3

Flower Show Schedule Changes At Yale Garden Club

The Taylor County Garden Club met at Mrs. Victor Willhide’s home to approve shifting Yale area flower shows to a summer schedule due to spring rain and cold. Miss Margaret presided as president with guest speaker Frank Curto of Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh to speak in 1957. They discussed 1958 57 shows, ordered Mountaineer red lily bulbs from West Virginia University, and planned Christmas greens for December with a second summer show replacing the 1957 event.

Taylor County Garden Club Victor Willhide Margaret Frank Curto Phipps Conservatory Inittsburgh West Virginia University United States Department of Agriculture Cather Bias Cather Apts & Comprehend Hanway Sinee

Hospital discharge list from June ends in Grafton and nearby towns

Hospital discharges listed for June include Roy Shut of Rt 4 Grafton Vera Thompson Gratia Arlene Robinson Wilford Wilford Wilford St Viola Lynch Philly Simon Flemington Susie Keyser Rt 1 Grafton William Behaeter Beech St Roscoe Tyneh Rt 3 Edith Paugh Lincoln St David Alexander High St High St and other residents from Uuuzenos, Tunnelton, Marshington, George Wall Prudence Bolyard and surrounding areas.

Uuuzenos Virginie Leb Loffter Rt.1 Grafton Ads ‘Bshiopley Rt. 1 Tunnelton Davie ‘Alexander High St David Weart Patricia Marshington Food Rt -3 Edith Paugh Lincoln St George ‘Wall- St Prudence Bolyard Age Gayon St Richara'Sloan East Main Roy Shut Vera Thompson Gratia Arlene Robinson Wilford St Viola Lynch Philly’ Simon Flemington Uth Kline Independence Susie’ Keyser William Behaeter Beech St Roscoe Tyneh David Alexander High

Miss Jacqueline Roomsburg Weds Le Roy Albertson at Alderson-Broaddus

Miss Jacqueline Roomsburg married Le Roy Albertson in a double ring ceremony at Alderson-Broaddus College Chapel Philippi at 2 30 p m on May 28 1956. The bride wore Chantilly lace with a chapel length veil and carried a white orchid. Attendants included maid of honor Miss Albertson and five bridesmaids in blue gowns. Best man was Millard Worth with five ushers and a flower girl Miss Bonnie Hahn. A reception followed in the college lobby with college staff aiding. Both bride and groom are Alderson-Broaddus May 1956 graduates in elementary education and history.

Alderson-Broaddus College Philippi Jacqueline‘ Roomsburg Mamie Roomsburg Washington Street I le Roy Albertson James Sheets Betty Collins Scarbo West Virginia Walter C. Johnson Jane Fletcher Junbar Berie Lemley Vienna West Viliins Carolyn’ Johnson Oak ‘Hill Jim Roomsburg US. Navy Chantilly Audrey Albertson Osbornville New Jersey Edwin A. Albertson Miss Albertson Maridor \Miller Danville Patricia Cowell Taylorsville June Berman William‘Jean Sarie Ann Schwirian McKeesport Joyce Winter Elizabeth Albertson Millard Worth Leonia Bill Barr Grafton Jerry ‘Berman Williamson Pennsylvania Johnny Lopez Matewan Robert Wheeler Hinton Malcolm Ryder Bonnie Hahn Robert Hahn Gore Virginia 20Omsbore Erie Raymond Rateliff Sherbert Flat Leva Huffman Collins Betsy Hill Madison West ‘Virginia Ann Haf ‘Man Gusfton Harriet ‘Albertsem

Correction on bridesmaids at Poling Heinrich wedding

Yesterday's Sentinel missives omitted bridesmaids names in the Poling Heinrich marriage from Grafton and Cumberland ceremony on June 2. Mrs James Webster of Cumberland and Miss Mary Jane McMahon of Baltimore wore green nylon chiffon dresses with picture hats and bouquets of yellow roses.

Sentinel Wilma Jean Poling Grafton William Franklin Heinrich Cumberland James Webster Mary Jane McMahon Baltimore Zelda Poling

Calendar of local group events June activities

Calendar lists June 9 to June 14 happenings across Haymona Farm women’s Club Andrews Methodist Church First Presbyterian B and O Veterans Graton Hotel White Rost Grove S F W C First Baptist Church Memorial services Rebekah and I O O F lodges and church classes Events include picnics, meetings, dinners, memorial services, and home visits with locations such as Virginia Ave Delft Gates and Prunitntown noting times from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and refreshments provided.

Haymona Farm Womens, Club Andrews Methodist Church Meta Tyeert Dam Circle No. 1 First Presbyterian Church A. B. Pepper Virginia Ave B&o Veterans and Auxiliary West Main St. Methodist Church Rebekah Lodge No the Odd Fellows Rebekahs White Fawn Council Degree of Pocahontas K. of P

Presbyterian church circle meets for study and devotionals

First Presbyterian Church Circle No.2 held at Mrs. Max Boyles home on Robert Street June 6. Mr. Chester Proudfoot led devotionals. scripture from Acts 17 read. Louise Clendennin gave a lesson. opened discussion. Mrs Staith presided. Minutes read by Mrs. Fisher. Planned Brotherhood dinner help for June 14. meeting time shifted to 8 pm. Next meeting August 1 at Mrs. Chester Proudfoot with devotionals by Mrs. Jane Proudfoot and lesson by Mrs. Helen Moats. Members served a salad course at close. Mention of Formosa name origin by Portuguese sailors.

Staith Fisher Chester Proudfoot Jane Proudfoot Helen Moats Tesson Pogles Dana Barker Chester Charles Proudfoot Fred Floyd Louise Clendinnin Mary Smith

Sentinel Home Of The Week Service Introduces Study Plans

Readers explore home design options as the Sentinel presents the Homegrat Study Plan. Each design includes large perspective drawings, interior views, elevations, specifications, pricing, and construction steps. A unique feature provides 58 furniture cut-outs to visualize accurate room layout.

Spacious Home Plan Highlights Efficient Construction

Rectangular floor plan maximizes space with a masonry fireplace wall and planter for sturdiness. Central heating and a rear kitchen entry support economical operation. Built in storage, a separate dining area, and a well equipped kitchen with snack bar suit a compact, efficient home. Send 35¢ for the HOME PLAN EDITOR study plan with elevations and specs.

Maker Grafton West Virginia Saat Lending Agency

School program teaches teens good manners

In Buffalo East High School a 15 minute weekly period for 15 weeks teaches students manners. A three member faculty committee plans lessons on preparation for school cafeteria conduct and behavior on the bus and in classrooms. Each Wednesday the first period is delayed to start the short lesson.

Buffalo N. Y.P East High School

Birth of a Girl to Cler Family in Graf ton

A girl weighing 6 pounds 3 3/4 ounces was born at 9 25 am on June 8 to Mr and Mrs John Cler Rt 1 Graf ton.

Carlies John Cler

Two Couples Apply for Marriage Licenses in Week

Two couples have applied for marriage licenses this week ahead of June weddings. Joseph Michael Floyd, 19, of Bridgeport, and Alma Blanche Cozad, 18, of Shinnston, are among them. William Randolph Poling, 21, and Barbara Ann Bartlett, 19, both of Grafton, also seek licenses.

Joesph Michael Floyd Bridgeport Alma Blanche 'Cozad Shinnston William ‘Randolph Poling Barbara Ann Bartlett Grafton

Personalities Return Home for Visits in Savannah Area

Mr and Mrs Edwin Woodyard have returned to Savannah Georgia after visiting parents Mr and Mrs W A Wood yard and Mr and Mrs M W Sturm. Mr and Mrs Lowell Sturm and daughter Ammelia of Savannah visit their parents Mr and Mrs M W Sturm and Mr and Mrs A T Moscar. Sergeant 1st Class James F Sturm his wife and son Jimmy Mike arrived Thursday from France. He served since 1940 with time in Pacific and European theaters. Barbara Smith of Vermilion Ohio and children Michael Douglas Fredrick David and Suzanne visited Mr and Mrs Earl Carruthers Brownlow Park last week. All returned home except Douglas who stays for a visit.

Edwin’ Woodyard Savannah Georgia W. A. Woodyard M. W. Sturm Lowell T. Sturm Ammelia A. T. Moscar James F. Sturm Jimmy Mike France Ralph Gibson Sturm Barbara Smith Vermillion Ohio Michael Douglas Fredrick David Suzann Earl Carruthers Brownlow Park

Beulah Beulah hosts former pastor visitors in Prantytown notes

Rev James Sheets, former pastor of Beulah Baptist Church, guest of W B Whitescarver family and parents in Harrisville Luther Hartsoisil home. Hazel Ash and Betty Ash of Parkersburg visit Dorotha Boice. Mrs A R Knotts returns after Broaddus Hospital surgery. Pred Klepfel, brother of Mrs French Giles, patient at Clarksburg Veterans Hospital. Mrs Curtis Boice attends granddaughter Dell Maria West’s Pruntytown town High School graduation in Morgantown.

James Sheets Beulah Baptlet W. B. Whitescarver Sheets Harrisville Luther Hartsoisil Hazel ‘Ash Betty Ash Parkersburg Dorotha Boice Ash Boice Miss Ash Compton Selec Stonewall Jackson A. R. Knotts Broaddus Hospital Philippi Pred Klepfel French Giles Pruntytown Veterans Hospital Clarksburg Curtis Boice Dell Maria West Town High School Morgantown

Portrait of Richard I in Westminster Abbey

The oldest surviving English royal portrait is of Richard I displayed in Westminster Abbey. The image preserves a historic likeness of the king and is noted as a foundational artifact in royal iconography.

Richard 1 Weatminiatqx Abbey

Deeds Filed in Taylor County Clerk Office Week Summary

Deeds recorded for June 2 to June 4 include Harriett and Henry Peacock transferring land in Grafton to John R. and Helen V. Martin. Fort R. Blackburn and Helen L. Blackburn to Samuel Morasco and Rose L. Morasco for lots 5 and 6 in Brownlow Park, Fetterman District. Richard Neal Hardman and Dorothy Lee Hardman transferring to James W. Favemire and Betty M. Facemike. John R. Martin and Helen V. Martin to Richard B. Bord as trustee for real estate in Grafton, Taylor County West Virginia.

Taylor County Roxie Fowler Harriett James W. Favemire Betty M. Facemike Grafton West Virginia John R. Martin Helen V. Martin Richard B. Bord West of Virginia

Pilot Strike Ends Rome Flights Resume After Settlement

Rome WP reports Italian airlines resume international operations after a four month pilot strike over higher wages and other benefits. The dispute ended Friday with a settlement that restores flight schedules and vows improved pay terms for pilots.

Rome Italian Airlines

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