Raleigh county backs state police stay amid crime fears
In Raleigh county the news last Tuesday that state police would not be removed was welcomed by law abiding residents. They credited the force with curbing crime in the coal region and argued sheriff deputies cannot match the state police for fearlessness and consistency. The order to move them to Boone county drew sharp questions about motives from Charleston officials.
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Raleigh
Sheriff’s Office
Bar of Justice
Raleigh County
Charleston
Boone County
Rail expansion aims to ease coal market strains near Clifton Forge
Railroading officials announce a three million dollar investment at Clifton Forge Virginia to extend yards and bulk freight facilities. The move is expected to improve coal flow from the New River and Winding Gulf regions to tidewater, alleviate car shortages, and boost export potential while benefiting consumers through steadier supply and prices.
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New River
Winding Gulf Territories
Harrahan
Clifton Forge
Tidewater
Senator Newberry Seeks Vindication in Reelection Bid
No one has heard Senator Newberry declare plans to seek another Senate term to gain vindication. Senator Townsend aimed to have Newberry's vote vindicated, but both figures are now sidelined.
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Newberry
Senate
Townsend
Court notice in West Virginia case involves accused woman
A colored woman testified in court that she cussed a policeman in self defense. The district court in Charleston schedules a January 11 1923 hearing, directs publication limits, and requires mailed notice to creditors. Judge W McClintic signs the order with Clerk T Mottesheard in Charleston.
Dyer Divorce Case Notice From Raleigh County Court
Lillian Dyer files for divorce in Raleigh County West Virginia in chancery. Henry Dyer, non resident, must appear within one month after publication to protect interests. Depositions set for January 4, 1923 at Beckley office with McGinnis & McGinnis. further sessions may be adjourned until completed.
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State of
West Virginia
Raleigh
Circuit Court
Lillian Dyer
Chancery
Henry Dyer
Albert Williams
McGinnis & McGinnis
Beckley
Raleigh County
Say It With Flowers and the Beckley ads flourish
A fragmented 1930s style advertisement page illustrates local merchants promoting gifts and groceries. Beckley Floral Co and Beckley Sanitary Meat Market feature offerings in a lighthearted, wartime sentiment, urging purchases from Ross Bros Inc and Petit Electric Co for kitchen modernization and present ideas.
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The
Beckley Floral Co
Bankrupt Enfield Redden Seeks Court Discharge
Enfield Dollaridge Redden, of Table Rock Raleigh County West Virginia, petitions the Southern District of West Virginia court for a full discharge from debts provable against his estate under the Bankruptcy Acts. He was adjudged bankrupt July 30 andhas surrendered all property and complied with court orders. He asks the court to decree a discharge except debts exempt by law.
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District Court of the United States
West Virginia
Enfield Dollaridge Redden
George W. McClintic
Table Rock
Raleigh
Acts of Congress
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Notice of pistol license applications in Raleigh County
J W Privett deputy sheriff of Hotcoal West Virginia will seek a weapon carry license on the first day of the next Circuit Court term per West Virginia Code section 7 chapter 148 1215. B H English mine superintendent of Affinity West Virginia will seek a weapon carry license on the first day of the next Circuit Court term per West Virginia Code section 7 chapter 148 1215.
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J. W. Privett
Hotcoal
W. Va
Circuit Court
Raleigh County
West Virginia
B. H. English
Affinity
English
West Virginia Chancery Orders in Raleigh County 1922
Public notices in Raleigh County West Virginia announce divorce actions for Mary Webb and Mary Coplen non residents, with orders to appear within one month of publication and depositions to be taken Jan 6 1923. Names include Charles Webb Kyle Harper J. S. Butts and Albert Williams. Proceedings concern absolute divorces and depositions in chancery cases in the Raleigh County Circuit Court.
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State of
West Virginia
County of
Raleigh
Circuit Court
John Coplen
Mary Coplen
Albert Williams
For Sale Black Mare at Seedatee Ice Cream Co
A six year old black mare weighing about 1350 pounds is for sale. Apply at Seedatee Ice Cream Co. near EE 1.
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Seedatee Ice Cream Co
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Geo. Salisbury
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Petit Electric Co
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Wilson Sweeney
J. S. Sweeney
Virginia
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Kyle Harper
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Prosperity
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Princewick
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H. P. Fleming
Harrisburg
Beechwood Coal & Coke Company
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Overland
Ford
Bailes Oldsmobile CO
Chas. M. Stieff, Inc
Stieff
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Bluefield
East Park
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A. H. Matheny
Long Branch
Fayette County
Bedford Stockh Farm
Lynchburg
Basil D
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Eherty
North Kanawha St
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Tel
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W. Wy
Reckley City Depot
Anata
Bob Snuffer
Crab Orchard
Helfer
EB. J. New Spencer Fork Coal Co
Whitby, Va
Loca Thompson
Anawee Street
Llian Sproul
Cleveland
Ohio
Toledo
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J. P. Clay
Nison
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