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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1943
Page
3
Raleigh County Girl Scout council offers a nine hour follow up on Tues Wed and Thurs nights at Beckley college led by Dorothy Mugler executive secretary. A one hour college credit is offered for completing the 18 hour course which educates democracy and group leadership among Brownie and Girl Scout ages.
The Young People’s Bible class of Daniels Community church held a party at Shady Spring High School. Games were played and refreshments served to a long list of attendees including Betty Jean Dilly Audrey Mae Wilburn Reba Pettry Ina Nina Helen Wilcox Marie Payne Ruth Ann Wood Helen Shaw Junniene Price Iris Wolfe Sally Webb Evelyn Pettry Betty Jane Miller Cecelia Frye Mary Frances Carter Reba McLaughlin Anna Lee Adkins Delma Epperly Helen Lilly Josephine Wills Frances Mann Evelyn Bennett Virginia Adkins Janice Adkins Polly Bennett Virginia Fugitt Emma Vada Hatcher Virginia Shaw Betty Jo Darby Edsel Brammer Lacy Hedrick Junior Dobbins Gene Dobbins Charles Akers Kelsie Farley Ton Hall Ernest Hall Raymond Young Ted Darby Kenneth Lilly Bernard Treadway Thomas Lilly Mike Woods Jr Macey Griffith Buster Davis Charles Johnston Raymond Price Clyde Cochran Cecil Willis Kendel Wright Telik Davis Warren Carter Emmett McLaughlin Ray Beard Bobby Pettry Eugene Fugitt Edward Shaw Winfred Maddy Joan Vogt Kenneth Epverly James Adkins. Chaperones were Miss Lucy Mossburg and T. W. McLaughlin.
Reverend Alvin J Cook of Delaware Avenue Bethany Baptist Church Wilmington received an honorary Doctor of Divinity at the University Foundation dedication in Kirkside St Augustine Florida. He is dean of Wilmington Bible College and spoke at Union Youth Vesper services on February 11.
Anna Lee Fleming was honored at a birthday party hosted by her mother Mrs H L Hendrickson at their Eccles home. Pink and blue décor accompanied games and refreshments for guests Audine Sutton Tosca Simmons Irene Simmons Helen Seymore Arthur Seymore Dorothy Burleson Betty Fleming Billy Jean Carter June Arthur Louise Joinks Jimmy Burke Douglas Burke Allan Ray Fleming Mary Ruth Fleming Barbara Ellen Vivian Fleming and others.
Mrs. J. E. McKenzie and Mrs. C. C. Sanders were designated as hostesses for the Thursday night session with M. P. Ott coordinating arrangements.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service of Fireco reports $111 given to needy Fireco families over two months. Treasurer's report cited at a meeting held at Mrs. Dewey Branson's home. Program topic wartime in China led by Mrs. Julius Canterbury. devotional by Mrs. John Fix. Refreshments served to a list of attendees.
An informal gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. L Peters in East Beckley was hosted by Corinne Peters Kathlene Painter and Tom Archer on Saturday night. Guests played games and enjoyed refreshments, with a long list of attendees including Louise Hill John Stenson Betty Murry Cecil Campbell Evelyn Whitner Basil Graham Jimmie Armentrout Corinne Peters Earl Donaldson Nickie Reese Elwood Peters Nellie Tepino Ray Peters Patricia Moore Madeline Archer Jack McCormick Mackey Waller Elmer Corman B Johnson Joe Cox Bonnie Reed Iris Cox Ernest Peters Ida Hanshaw Reuben Smith Allen Miller Ornie Lee Johnston Eddie Snyder Bob Johnston Harold Meador Dewey Cox Bill Callahan Lloyd Shutko Jimmy Ruth Billy Snidderly H T Hylton Harry Quessenbury T Mills Bob Harper Clarence Harvey Vera Hunter Jimmy Hunter Junior Hunter and R L Peters.
Miss Lucma Meadows wed Jasper McBryer at the Rebecca Chapel women’s aid quilting day in Rock Creek. Rev H N Boley officiated at 2 p m on February 18. dinner followed. Guests included Mrs Pettry, Mrs Dickens, Mrs Lowe, and many others from Flats church and local families. The next meeting is set for February 25 and the next quilting day for March 4.
Mrs James M Henderson visits New York City to be with her husband Ensign J M Henderson who is stationed there. Mrs J A Armstrong returns from Bowling Field Kentucky guest of son Private First Class Carl J Armstrong. She also visits sister Mrs Alfred Robinett in Louisville Kentucky. Detroit man Andrew Adams Jr has been called to active service in the Army Air Corps and will report to Miami Florida this week for training. George W Bright spent yesterday in Bluefield delivering the layman message at Bland Street Methodist Church.
Women balancing housework and appearance gain from two patterns designed for easy wear and shaping. Pattern No 8320 features a button front and versatile styling in sizes 12 through 42 with yardage specifics for 35 inch material. Pattern No 8306 converts from a wrap around house dress to a longer version with tailored sleeves. A new pattern book FASHION, with 52 color illustrated pages, helps sewers salvage materials and follows latest styles. Order via The Raleigh Register Pattern Service, 106 7th Avenue, New York, NY.
Mr and Mrs Douglas D Peter of Alamosa Colorado have been visiting Mrs Petersons brother J Robert Miller and Mrs Miller of Virginia street. They depart this morning for Morgantown to visit her mother Mrs J Hugh Miller while Mr Peterson reports for induction into the United States Army on Wednesday.
Mrs Jack Ferguson arrived back here yesterday after visiting her husband in Chicago Illinois.
Dr and Mrs J Keith Pickens and daughters Ann and Elsie of Laegar were overnight guests of Mr and Mrs J Robert Miller.
Mr and Mrs W S Erskine of Lewisburg spent the weekend here with friends and relatives, sharing time with local acquaintances and reconnecting with the community.
Mrs Reginald Myers departed Thursday for Little Rock Arkansas to visit her husband stationed there with the United States army. Mr and Mrs J W Van Ness hosted as weekend guests Mrs Van Ness parents Mr and Mrs Earl Phillips of Charleston.
Miss Betty Jean Wren, wintering with her aunt Mrs. A. S. Johnston Jr. of Beaver Avenue and attending school here, spent the weekend in Mullens as the guest of her parents.
Jesse Murrie Helm, son of the Rev and Mrs J M Helm of Bluefield formerly of this city, spent Saturday with friends here and expects to be inducted into the United States Navy on Tuesday.
Mr and Mrs John Holliday of Fayetteville spent yesterday here with relatives.
Thomas Rice, employed in Charleston, was the Saturday guest of his wife and family here.
D B Clower is listed as a patient at Raleigh General Hospital recovering from a recent operation.
Mr and Mrs W E Meachum of Granville Avenue spent the weekend with friends and relatives in Bluefield during a short trip away from home.
Mr and Mrs Guy Corey of Charleston spent the weekend away from home enjoying leisure time. The short visit highlighted local hospitality and regional scenery during their stay in the city.
Shan Stansbury son of Mr and Mrs Herbert Stansbury and Edwin Higgins son of Dr and Mrs M Higgins, students at West Virginia University in Morgantown, spent the weekend here with their families and friends.
Mrs. J. R. Hickman of East Prince street returned here after spending a week in the home of relatives in Lewisburg.
Private Kenner I. Williams of the United States Army, stationed at Camp Phillips Kansas, is spending a two week furlough at his sister Margaret I. Williams home on North Oakwood Avenue. He plans to visit his mother in Columbus Ohio during the leave.
Corporal William FE Glick of the United States Army is spending the weekend with his sister Miss Anna Lee Trent at Garfield Street, sharing a family visit during a leave.
Mr and Mrs R P Harman and their sons Robert and Jimmy Fender of Balivesville spent Saturday with Mr and Mrs Roy FE Elkins in their home, noting a family visit and friendly hospitality in the local area.
Miss Delores Pickus has been notified to report for training at Hunter College in New York City on March 4. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Pickus of this city and has worked for the government in Baltimore, Maryland for the past year after recently being inducted into the S. P. A. R. S.
Mrs L J Fink of Woodlawn avenue is spending a period at Hot Springs Arkansas for health reasons.
Pauline Huffstutter was honored at a stork shower hosted in the home of Mrs. R Carroll in Princewick with Vera Fitzpatrick and Mrs. Carroll as hosts. Guests listed include Vera Fitzpatrick, Eldie Rylant, Marie Brakefield, Carrie Brakefield, J Underwood, R Carrell, W Beavers, J Spencer, Nancy Pigg, J A Brinegar, Geneva Smith, Velma Williams, and Elizabeth Williams. Several relatives unable to attend sent gifts.
A benefit spaghetti supper hosted by Circle Girls of the First Christian church will be at 6:30 p m Thursday. Beckley youths are invited. proceeds aid mission work. Mrs C M Doss and Mrs A S Davenport direct with help from Miss Mary Ann Waulk and other circle members.
Miss Rose Irene King married Staff Sergeant James Ned Gilkerson on February 13 at 2 pm in South Kanawha Street Beckley officiated by Rev W F Harrah. The bride, a Woodrow Wilson high school graduate, wore a yellow brown frock. Gilkerson, stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, plans a short honeymoon before returning to Beckley.
Mr and Mrs Clifford Snuffer of Crab Orchard announce the birth of an eight and one half pound son David Ray born Saturday February 20 at home. Mrs Snuffer, formerly Ludema Blevins of Crab Orchard. Mr and Mrs W F Whiting of Piney View announce a six and one half pound son William Edward Whiting Jr born yesterday February 21 at home. Mrs Whiting, formerly Demma Jean Neal of Cranberry.
Washington reports no rationing needed for cigarets at present. Domestic consumption reached 236 billion cigarettes in 1942, up 29 billion from 1941, with leaf tobacco stocks adequate. A large 1942 crop and ample imported Turkish tobacco support steady supplies and no labor shortages due to mechanization.
Charleston voters review a city list after the filing deadline shows incumbent Republican mayor and D Boone Dawson seeking a third term. Jackson Savage backs the Democratic nomination as Kanawha county judge faced renomination defeat. Primaries set for March 24 with the city election on April 19.
New York dispatch reports President Roosevelt's Scottish terrier Falla is made a private at the president's request after a payment of $1. The humorous exchange underscores the pet’s low military rank despite noble lineage.
Dr. Leonard Riggleman announced the West Virginia Health and Safety council conference will be held in Charleston March 25 to 27. Committees include Industrial Transportation Mining Public utilities and Petroleum with chairmen and members from Charleston South Charleston Wheeling Nitro Beckley Bluefield Mount Hope Logan Fairmont Pittsburgh and others.
Courthouse offices shut for Washington's birthday with the exception of the county agent and education offices. Farmers visiting the city could seek help and school rationing work continued. Banks were closed as usual, while most stores remained open for business.
A war dog fund reports President asked that Fella be made an army private despite not meeting size needs for service. Dog owners contributing to the fund may have their pets named as army privates or a seaman.
Charleston reports that Chairman Holt and the committee investigating misuse of telephone and telegraph facilities accuse state officials of hundreds of calls paid by the state. Holt says officials and political figures were repeatedly contacted with the state covering charges, sometimes up to 15 calls monthly to home towns.
Closing arguments finished in the Cross Lanes murder trial of 14 year old Robert Lewis Johnson. The defendant is accused of the ambush shooting of 35 year old Helen Branham, wife of a state game warden, last summer. Psychiatrists testified for insanity while the state countered with sanity evidence and police said he confessed. The defense alleges third degree pressure to obtain statements.
A new elementary mechanical drawing class begins tonight in Beckley College library taught by Paul Feigley. Twenty five students have enrolled, eight of whom are girls, under sponsorship of West Virginia University Extension and the U.S. Office of Education. The course equals the freshman mechanical drawing at West Virginia University. Eight graduates of the initial three month course plan to take an advanced class concurrently.
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