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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1957

Page

4

Circle No 3 of WSCS Meets at Shannon Home

Circle No 3 of the Woman's Society of Christian Service met Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Fred H Shannon with Mrs O E B Wilks presiding. Mrs Joseph P Taylor led the program and refreshments were served to members including Mrs Wilks Mrs Taylor Mrs Goodwin Jarvis Mrs A Baldwin Mrs A B Robertson Mrs Albert R Young and Mrs Paul Goode. A social hour followed with piano selections by ae Taylor and Fred Shannon.

Pineville RNS Woman's Society of Christian Service Fred H. Shannon O. EB. Wilks Joseph P. Taylor Wilks Taylor Goodwin Jarvis A. Baldwin A. B . Robertson Albert R. Young Paul Goode Ae Taylor Fred Shannon

Whitesville Firemen study WVU firefighting lessons

WhitesvilleFire Department members studied three lessons in a serial from West Virginia University during a Monday night meeting. Fire Chief C. E. Slump Jr. led the session as the department reviews 29 lessons in newer firefighting methods. A self contained oxygen breathing apparatus was discussed as a valuable addition to emergency vehicles, with a company representative expected to demonstrate soon.

Whitesville RNL Whitesville Fire Department West Virginia University C. E. Slump Jr

Five Couples Apply For Marriage Permits In Pineville

The county clerk's office in Pineville issued marriage licenses to Raymond Rotenberry and Donna Smith. James Ora Walters and May Ada Browning. Jack Hicks and Rita Blankenship. Herbert C. Marlin and Wanda Kinser. James Willis Greene and Joetta Brooks. Ministers attended a West Virginia Presbyterian Synod meeting in Parkersburg with Dr Carl Wolf and six others.

Pineville ANS Raymond Rotenberry Key Stone Donna Smith Crumpler James Ora Walters Detroit Mich May Ada Browning Simon Jack Hicks Hatcher Rita Blankenship New Richmond Herbert C. Marlin Cleveland Ohio Wanda C. Kinser Kopperston James Willis’ Greene Mullens Joetta Brooks

Rev Arthur Polk Speaks at West Virginia Mountain Project Meet

The Rev. Arthur Polk of Bluefield was the featured speaker for the Mens Group of the West Virginia Mountain Project gathered at Stickney Presbyterian Church in Whitesville. Attendees represented Ridgeview, Dry Creek, Ed Wwight, Stickney, Whitesville, Montcoal and Colcord as Dr. Carl Wolfe directs the project. the Mens Choir plans services at Edwight March 31 and next meets at Ridgeview in March. Birth notice follows.

Whitesville RNS Arthur Polk Bluefield West Virginia

Outstanding Pfe Outstanding Soldier King In Marine Training

Larry Frederick King 18 son of Mr and Mrs F B King of Oak Hill was named outstanding soldier in his platoon during graduation exercises after boot training at Parris Island South Carolina. A Gauley Bridge High School graduate class of 1956 he enlisted October 31 1956 and will report to Parris Island then Camp Lejeune North Carolina for combat training followed by electronics schooling at Great Lakes Illinois for 16 weeks.

Pfe Larry Frederick’ King F. BR. King Oak Hill U.S. Marine Corps Aiar Parris Island S.C Gauley’ Hridge High School King Marines Parrig Island Camp LeJeune In.c Great Lakes

Miss Madison Teen Queen Talent Set at Saturday Contest

Madison High School prepares for the Tournament of Champions talent show with Miss Madison and Teen Queen titles to be awarded. Nine contestants vie in the 18 to 23 group, and a Teen Queen will be crowned with two attendants. Winners may advance to area contests and a Charleston finals for a possible national TV appearance.

Madison California American Legion Charleston Nellie Bonds Dianne Hunter Danyilte Delores Kathryn Jarrell Rosalie Kingery Jeffrey Carol Smith Peggy Sheppard Mary Elizabeth McLean

Last Rites Set For Mrs Webb Of Oak Hill

Funeral services for Matilda Mae Webb 73 of Lochgelly will be held at 2 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church Scarbro conducted by Rev. Edward Kocher. Burial in Lawson Webb Cemetery Dothan. She died Tuesday of a heart attack at home born August 15 1883 in Fayette County. Survived by three sisters two sons two daughters four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Body at Tyree Funeral Home Oak Hill ready for church one hour prior to service. Pallbearers named Arthur Holmes Earl Christian Lewis Jarrell Walton Crews Bill Tomazky Robert Lively.

Oak Hill RNS W. P Melissa Tyree Painter Lawson Webb First Baptist Church Scarbro R. J. Stover Mount Hope Esta Lively Rotte Vdee Hope Dennie Bavis Rainelley Eary Lochgelly Ralph Dothan N.B. Stoner Hatlie Bragg Tyree Arthur Holmes Earl Christian Lewis Jarrell Walton Crews Bill Tom¢zky Robert Lively

Newly Weds Establish Residence in Wyoming

Newlywed couple Mr and Mrs Benjamin Bennett establish residence on the Welch Pineville Road where he works at a saw mill. She is the former Miss Sandra Todd daughter of Mr and Mrs D R Todd of Columbus Ohio. The couple married in a double ring ceremony conducted by Rev Edgar Beverly at his home in Baileysville.

Pineville Benjamin Bennett Welch Sandra Todd D. R. Todd Columbus Ohio Chattie Cook Henry Bennett Edgar Beverly Baileysville

West Virginia Hunting Club Seis Meeting Saturday

The West Virginia Hunting Club will meet at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Blue Room of Mountaineer Hotel Mount Hope. Charles Massey will lead the session and discuss buying or leasing land in Fayette and Raleigh counties to build a hunting club. The group aims to restock small game and recently distributed 30 raccoons and six dozen rabbits, with more stock to be ordered at the meeting.

Mount Hope RNS West Virginia Hunting Club Mountaineer Charles Massey Price Hill Fayette-Raleigh

Mrs Boggs Honored With Stork Shower In Pineville

Mrs Clyde Boggs was honored with a stork shower Friday evening in the recreation room of the Coca Cola Building, Pineville. Hostesses included Mrs Paul Tilley and others. A Dutch luncheon will be held at Fritz's Restaurant at 12 30 p.m. Thursday for Whitesville Chamber of Commerce members.

Pineville RNS Clyde Boggs Coca Cola Paul Tilley Jack D. “Martin Harry Guhter Pete’ Hendrick Robert Gilley Whitesville Roy Grose Gerald Acord Bonnit Fritz Smith Whitesville Chamber of Commerce Eddie Harvit

Dance Set Today For Brenda Aldridge

Today's event runs 7 to 9 p.m. at Smithers Fire Department Recreation Hall. A second dance on Feb 20 at the same time honors Miss Dotty Pauley. Sponsored by the Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, the dances welcome sixth graders through 19 years, five cents admission unless registered as a member. The teenage canteen is open Saturday from 7 to 9:15 p.m. and membership card admits the holder.

Smithers Brenda Aldridge Dotty Pauley

W V A Tech Sorority Observes Anniversary

West Virginia Tech's Sigma Iota Chi sorority marks 30 years on campus with a library exhibit. Mrs. Kenneth Vandel of Ansted, the original president, spoke at the chapter dinner as members and past sponsors gathered. Sue Topham of Charlton Heights serves as sorority president.

Montgomery West Virginia Tech Sigma’ lota_ Chi Tech Kenneth Vandel Ansted Thhe Tech Sue Topham Charlton’ Heights

Circle Program Noted By Mrs Scoleri At Pineville

Circle No 1 of the Woman's Society of Christian Service met at East Pineville house of Mrs J W Martin with Mrs Scoleri presiding The program was presented by Mrs Scoleri Guests and members received refreshments during social hour including Mrs Albert Young Mrs James McDermitt Mrs Joe Bragg Mrs Lambert Mrs Elmer Hines Mrs Jack Lambert and others

Pineville RNS Woman's Society of Christian ‘Service J. W. Martin East Pineville Matt John’ Scoleri Scoleri John B. Thomas Albert’. R. Young James G. McDermitt Joe: Bragg Sohn

Pineville Clerk Lists Land Deeds

Pineville records show deeds admitted to record at the county clerk’s office. Transfers include Elbert Vermilion to James S. Vermilion and Janice E. Vermilion for lots 1-10 in Block B Guyan Addition East Pineville. Also Indie O Lawrence and Umphrey Lawrence to Fleming and Doshie Kennedy for about 3300 square feet on Long Branch Clear Fork district. Raymond W Wells to Virginia J Wells in Mullins A J Mullins First Addition Lot 4 area. William E Branham to Woodrow W Martin and Myrtle H Martin for Lot 2 A J Mulling First Addition Slab Fork district. Wiletta Beavers to Charlie W Fizer and wife for Lot 263 Frantz and Deezans Addition Mullens Slab Fork district. Joe and Maggie Lonker to Castle Rock Hardware and Furniture Co for Lot 15 Lonker Smith Addition Pineville Center district.

Pineville RNL Elbert Vermilion James S. Vermillion Janice E. Vermillion Guyan East Pineville Indie O. Lawrence Umphrey Lawrence Fleming Doshie Kennedy Long Branch Clear Fork Raymond W. Wells Virginia J. Wells A.J. Mullins Mullens Slab Fork William E. Branham Woodrow W. Martin A. J

Rebekahs Vote To Aid Home With Purchase

Whitesville lodge meeting votes to contribute toward the purchase price of a new refrigerator for the lodge home in Elkins. Contribution to be mailed this week. Members assign positions on the Degree Team which will officiate initiation ceremonies February 18 when several candidates become lodge members.

Whitesville RNS Laboka Rebekah Elkins

Damages Awarded In Collins Home Suit

In Fayetteville a circuit court jury awarded Dr and Mrs Bernard Collins 300 dollars in a suit against Earl Mullins Oak Hill contractor They claimed defects in their home built by Mullins The case began January 28 and the jury deliberated for about four hours before reaching the verdict by noon Tuesday

Fayetteville Bernard Collins Earl Mullins Oak Hill Mullins

Polio Clinics Set Feb 19 in Mount Hope

Mount Hope hosts polio clinics on February 19 at the elementary junior high high schools and Sun Elementary School. Dr Harold of Fayette County Health Department leads. Clinics serve school age children up to 20 with first and second injections offered. W Dunkley Mount Hope High School principal and Mayor W Bernard Rocke urge participation.

Mount Hope RNS Sun Elementary Harold Fayette County

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Whitesville Fire Dept Synod of West Virginia Presbyterian ‘Churches Parkersburg Carl Wolf Project Fromy Whitesville Galen ‘Work Whitesvile Jack Weller Colcord Harvey Bates Monteval August Thalman Dry Creek Linus Brown Ridgeview Mlete Footes Moaie Met Cohen's Drug Store Neville ST. Beckley Project Meet Frank Mauritz Titlow Ave Frank Ernest Oak Hill Hospital Frank Maur Gail Iz Moran ‘Ave Mullens, W. VA Yous Tomckins Ra Sue’ Goble Wharton Janice” Woodrum Camp Creek ares _Marvagene Nelson Connie Dell Ziegler Barbara Chambers Charleen Yvonne Sullivan Clothier Carol Cook Margaret Workeman Ramage Emma Carol' Ball Greenview Sharon ' Sue Reed Van Doris Blaine Jarrell Martha Hall Carole Ann Povermore Danville Sue Smith Barbara Zeigler Carolyn McDermitt The Dynamiters George Carr Mrs. Webb Wyoming W. Va Hunting Club Seis Whitesville C of W.va. Tech Sorority John Scoleri Rebekahs Mrs. Collins Mt. Hope Distillers of
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