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Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
A. s. LEFFEL TAKES HIS OWN
LIFE BY DROWNING.

Tho Clear Fork community wa.
shocked on last Saturday to hear o.
the death of S. A. Leffel, an old resi-.
oent of the Clear Fork community
and more SO, that he had taken hi.
own life. The particulars so far as
known are, that he left his home in
isoanolle, where he has lived onlv q
few weeks, for his work. On a bridge
across the river he sat his lunch basS.
ct and gloves down and deliberately
leaped in the river. 1t is stated that
some one saw him take the fatal
jump. He moved from Clear Fork to
Bluetield some time ago, and short
ly before his death, moved to Roa-
noke.
The remains were met by under
taker Peery at Tip Top, and the fun.
eral and burial took place at Kinzers
Chapel on Sunday afternoon. He
leaves widow and family, and
many relatives OIL Clear Fork.
NO possible reason has been given
for the rash act. He was Christian
man, honest and Industrious, and his
domestic relations are said to have
been uniformly pleasant. Some nerve
OF control in his brain snapped-gave
way, producing insanity or what they
call mental alteration.
A large crowd Of people attended
the funeral and burial. In tho ab
sence of the Methodist pastor Rev. J.
N. johnson and Il. A. Re,pass, who
happened to be present, conducted the
exerciSeS
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
L thanksgiving IN THE
COUNTRY.

l suppose out in the country they arc
-. pilin' up the stuff,
The Jellies and the cookies, maxim
sure they'll have enough;
And the women in the kitchen are as
busy as can be
With their baking and their stewing
and in fancy ] can see
The old man in the dooryard DRESSING
Mister Turkey Cock,
Who was proud up to the minute that
he visited the block.
Thanksgiving in the city yearly
comes and goes to us.
And we've little time for planning
and we're not inclined to fuss
But Thanksgiving in the country
means week for making plans.
With the clatter of the dishes and
the rattling of the pans
And the dusting and the sweeping
and the baking of the pies
Tor the visitors who're coming with
real hunger in their eyes.
It's time for hallulujahs and a day
for being glad!
It's family reunion with nobody
feeling sad,
with table set for twenty, piled
with every sort of treat
And more good stuff provided than a
regiment could eat,
With the children most impatient to
be set upon the food;
Oh, it's there there is real meaning
in prayer of gratitude.
| suppose out in the country thew
arc working hard today,
Getting ready for the children who
have grown and gone away,
And are coming back Thanksgiving
with dim and misty eye.
can see dozen barnyards where
tho turkey feathers fly,
But we're living in the city, and
we've now no place to go
For the old-time glad Thanksgiving
which the country people know. :.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
TO ORGANIZE A MEDICAL
SOCIETY.

a movement is OH foot to organize
q Medical Society along the Clinch
Valley division of the Norfolk and
Western and l.. and N. Railroads,
composed of the counties of Tazc-
well, Buchanan, Russell, Dickenson,
Wise and Lee. This society will bo
similar to the Southwestern Medical
Society, comprising counties along
the Norfolk and Western railroad
from Bristol to Roanoke. Each coun-
ty in the state is supposed to MAIN
tain an organizatin which u COM
nonent t the State, Society. but it
has been found that it is very diff
cult to hold meetings in the counties
where only few doctors are located
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
CHRISTMAS CAROLS. AN OLD
CUSTOM REVIVED.

Richlands is going to join tho cities
and towns of the country to revive tho
beautiful old custom of singing carols
on Christmas Eve. Last year carols
were sung in thirteen Virginia towns.
The children will wear picturcsqu.
costumes, and visit in groups rs
my homes as possible.
Deaconess Mills is training the
children in Richlands and communi-
ty, and the hope is expressed that
>ther towns will also join in this old
custom.
Miss Mills. Richlands, will be glad
furnish information, etc.
(Thc editor regrets that want of
space forbids publication of the largo
amount of copy sent us by Miss
Mills.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
THANKSGIVING SERVICES.

Thanksgiving services were held in
the Christian church on yesterday
morning. participated in by all the
churchesi There was appropriate
music, large audience, and col
lection amounting to S67.25. The SER
:'on was preached by Rev. Mr.. East
wood, from the 103 Psalm, first verse,
an earnest practical sermon. which
was well received.
Tile stores and business houses
ae closed. and the day generally,
and it is believed, profitably observ-
cd.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
HAPPENINGS AT POCAHONTAs.

Pocahontas, Nov. 3O.-Miss Eloise
Peery left for Richmond Tuesday
night to attend the State Convention
of teachers. 1t is quite an honor for
Miss Peery.
Professor John Crowgey and wifo
are rejoicing over the arrival of a
son born the 25th.
The foot ball game at Roanoke
drew quite "A crowd of our folks.
Most Of them will remain over for
the big dance. IN
Invitations are out for birthday
party, given by Miss Virginia Max
ey, on Friday night to commemorate
her 18th birthday.
Mrs. Sol Baach was visitor IN
Dluefeld Tuesday. Went over to meet
her sister, Miss Rosalie Lion, of Bal
.timore, who will spend Christmas in
our midst.
Mrs. Duling. wife of the genial
doctor of Boissevane, was shopping
in Bluefield Tuesday.
Tig steiaberger, of Greensboro, N
c., is whiting his sister. Mrs. Louis
Baach.
Mrs. Pearl Garnett is guest Of
her daughters, Mrs. Eugene Cum
mings.
Alonzo Draper is quite sick il
Bluefield Sanitarium. He is some bet
ter at this writing.
Mrs. L. B. Crawford fell and sus
tanned sprained ankle and man,
bruises.
Among those who attended the D
A. R. bridge were, Mrs. o. Forell
Mrs. G. NJ. Galway. Mrs. John Den
min, Mrs. Harry Yowell, Miss Blanch
Elicit.
DR.. John Haller has gone to Roc
hester, N. Y. to 7isit his son, D,
D. A. Haller. y
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
NEW GARAGE.

Mr.. Reese Matthews who has serv-
Cd his company and the public 80
we'll for the past 2 years has resign
ed his position and will take charge
of the handsome new brick garage
Mt North Tazewell.
Just as soon as the new stock of
auto parts and accessories come in
the public is cordially invited to come
in and pay the new company visit
1t will be known as the Riverside
Garage.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
LIST WILL BE REVISED.

During the month of December our
subscription list will be revised. We
will endeavor TO start the new year
with clean slate. Pay up what you
owe us, please. Names will be drop
ped that are not paid, or arranged
for. Some of these we have carried
over for quite n while. But there
must be limit.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
THE CHAMPION HOUND.

The papers state that in the big
fox hunt last week Toano hound
won the championship over all. The
guess is made that if old Cry, of the
famous Matthews pack had been
there a different story would be told
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01

eyes, sir" assented the little girl;
father says this is good year for
apples"
"I am glad to hear that" said the
visitor. care all your trees as full
of apples as this one?"
"No, sir" replied the girl, "only
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01
BAPTIST CHURCH NEXT SUN.
DAY.

Regular preaching services in the
baptist church next Sunday morning
at II. and evening at 1880, also at
bundys chapel at $3.50, by the pas
tor, Rev. M. o. Alexander.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01

One-fourth off Ladies' Coats and
Dresses.-THE BIG STORE.
Clinch Valley news. [volume] (Jeffersonville, Va.) 18??-2019, 1922-12-01

Christmas Csrds.-The Big Store
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
FURNITURE BARGAINS.

member of The Times staff has consulted the files of Times during comparatively brief period for the purpose measuring ordinary advertising of Bridgepors furniture dealers the of the $500 home which has much interest to Bridgeport and women
 investigation is altogether in favor of the furniture dealers advertisements repeatedly show combinations dwellings, complete than the carefully model equipment and frequent Iy, much cheaper
 infrequeny these offerings by Times advertisers system nsamen payments which give the purchaser many this would be great con venience. -
 To there will always be ingenious souls who Will wish to themselves, but the professional usually has the best of it.
 professional furniture maker and the professional dealer adequately consulted will do better job for ordinary builder than he do for himself The furniture better and do much cheaper
 dealer in his advertisements ranging over long regarded $500 necessarily the ideal furnishings. He has offered very satisfactory equip men three and four sometimes with cook considerably less than $3OO
 So do not your home until see what can lad in ordinary channels of trade
 Incidentally, it will not be amiss to say that the furniture the dealer goods advantage of order
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
WILL PINNED
 TO A BATTER
 LEFT SON S1
Document Foundlat the Singer Plant by Paint CT Makes Strang e Complications.

More like novel plot than a real life story is a case which has come
 On February 25, 1918, Edward A. Holste, for a numper of years enl ployed as a day watchman at the Singer ManufaG'ruring company. and Side, passed away. No will Was found and so his estate of $665.77 in cash and s6,00O in real estate was divided in the usual way among his widow. Mary A. Holste; and two thirds or about $4.500 10 his son, Charles. of Elizabeth. N. J. After receiving her share. Mrs. Holste left friends have heard nothing from her since. In an ordinary story this might be the end of ths incident but because this is out of the ordinary,
 The scene now shifts to the stock room of the Singer Manufacturing company where several painters are years later or to be exact, December 22 1922,-last Friday. One painter while working on one of the fafters, soT'ner codo Q of the " rafter, tG"" At first t" he thought nothing of il; but his curi- csity overpowered him and he looked in the obscure crevice where the brown package was placed. Picking lap the object and calling to the other oP 1lters. he opened the package and discovered it to be the will of Edward A HolS.e.
 The document was executed on January 5. 1907. Iterest was height ened when the paper was turned over to legal auth critics and it was found that Holste left his son but S1 while the remainder was bequea he'd to the beloved wife of the deceased.
 The final chapter of this real life story is now being written. Judge Edward B. Nobbs is workin in the of Mrs. Holste, while the are searching for her. If she is found the son in New Jersey will he obliged to turn over his en- ire share of the estate with ehe ex- caption Of S1 to his mother.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
} LOCAL MEN
 WILL DESIGN
 HIGH SCHOOL
St. Louis Specialist Will
 Assist Preparing Plans
 for East Side Building.

By a vote of to 1 the Board of Education named Caldwell, Beckwith and Walker the architects of the East Side High school. By a vote of to 2. William B. Ittner of St. Louis, a famous school specialist, was nameo to be consulting architect. Ernest G. Southey had one vote, cast by owen Burns, who moved to make the choice or local architect unanimous.
 The men who will Le the principles in the erection of the new school are Edward B. Caldwell, Jr., Frederick H. Beckwith and c. Weufngtn Walker, Jr. They are in independent busi- ness. but associated themselves for the purpose of getting the High school employment.
 The fee for the work will be the usual fee of per cent. on the cost of constructing the school. Of this amount Messrs Caldwell, Beckwith and Walker will receive 5 per cenu and MT. Ittner will receive 1 per cent. This is the usual system where a consultant is employed
 The decision was reached upon the second ballot and consumed no mere than four or five minutes of the time Of the board in preliminary 1iscus- sion.
 The local men have had large cx- perience in designing many types of buildings Leonard Asheim had. for a considerable space of time, tdree votes in the board but could nor get the fourth vote, and the choice was finally made as related.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
HOUSEWIFE IS
 PROTECTED BY
 QUALITY TESTS

Stockholm, Dec. 27-A hall mark of purity and excellence in goods for home consumption has been estab- hshed by the Swedish National House. W1Ves' Association, according to Mrs Agnes 1ngelman, president of the as soclatlon. Mrs. Ingelman states that the association for years has been working to secure the best merchan- dlse Tor the homes, subjecting diff ferent products offered to scientific purity and quality tests. The Gov- ernment Testing Bureau, as well as the Domestic Science School at Up- sala, have now placed themselves at the disposal of the a.ssocia tion
 This guarantee mark on household provisions, groceries, and supplies will be granted only to those manufac- turers whose. goods pass the tests and on condition that they place this mark on all their goods guaranteed hereunder. Periodically the goods are subjected to new tests to ascer- tam whether the standard is being kept up. In case the merchandise proves to have deterioriated the man ufacturer is imm ediately notified, and If he then fails to bring the goods up to specifications his right to use the guarantee mark of the association is cancelled, and the fact that he has been deprived of this privilege is pub Hshed
 The officials of the Swedish asso- citation are aware of similar activi- ty in America under the name of the Potentia movement and they have entered into correspondence with those back of this movement in Amer ica
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
Pig and Chicks
 Awaiting Heirs
 of TrumbulI Man

That old song "Somewhcre Somebody Is Waiting for Some one," should be changed to Somewhere a nice fat pig and 25 little chickens are waiting for someone" to confirm with an fn- teresting situation in TrumbuII.
 Harvey Pap. a Main street pavnbroker for many years died December 17th at his home in TrumbuII where he resided for some time as a recluse. When their owner passed away the live stock apparently believed there was no more use for them at home and so took French leave.
 At the present time the court is searching for heirs to the Pap estate, while Attorney William Bent, the executor. is searching for one fat pig and 25 perfectly good chickens, who are ''Some- where in Trurnbull," address un- known.
 The Pap estate besides. the poultry and pig. consists of mis- cellaneous jewelry and a small parcel of land. Frank J. Wood and James Mooney arc the ap- praisers.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
RETAIN THE COMPETENT AND
 EXPERIENCED.

hayor Fred AtWaer will shortly his appoint nens to Br1dgpor several boards been at great trouble to himself this neglected to consider advice that might profitable.
 There is principle which he safely pursue. This IS the reappontment of whoever they with out regard to party who have been conspcuously faithful successful in office
 Perhaps the crying defect in municipal government is that those who administer it rotated out of office before they have time learn much about the duties of the office
 Conspicuous those who be regarded efficient in experience is Police Commissioner John Stanley.
 Upon the Board of Apportonmen who have done splendid It would be folly deprive the city of their experience Upon this board especially experience is 
 The people interested in obtaining good and efficient They will be grateful the office holders who furnish such They will not be grateful for government of extravaganza, and confusion
 The city has had plenty of politics; what it wants sound economic, efficient business administration.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
Recreation Group
 Host at Banquet
 for Geneva Students

The Recreation committee of the Peoples church, will entertain the Geneva College Gee Club at a ban quet preceding the concert given by them in the church. Wednesday even ing, Dec. 27, at S:15 o'clock. Those assisting at the banquet are Mrs D.. W. Marshall, Miss Jennie E. Don ming, Miss Eugenja K. Phillips, Miss Belle I. Ritchie, Miss Elna Gronberg, Mrs. M. s. Deacon, Mrs. F. F. Lytle Mrs. M. F. Gibson, Mrs. J. A. Spaf- fCrd, Mrs. Donald Ferns, MT. and Mrs. Herbert Voorhees,, Mir Geo. Donning. MT. and Mrs. R. .. Mall lette, Mrs. A. T. Edgar, the Misses Margaret Humphrey, Grace Lowden, Ruth Haskell, Eleanor Jones. Anna May, Agnes Fuller, Viola Simpson, Alma Simpson. Lucille Marshall, Mar jorie Smith. Bessie Ff5rna, Alice Rice Isabelle Pill=ans, Helen Spafford.
 Everybody is invited to the concert, no admission fee but a silver collec- ton will be taken. the proceeds of " hich are for the S400,000 endow- ment for which the students are working.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
JOHN A,LyNCH
 LAID TO REST

The funeral of the late John A. Lynch. for many years leader of the Wheeler & Wilson Band, was held this morning from the funeral par lors of Mullins Scott & Redgate at S:30 o'clock and from St. AugustineS s church at g o'clock. In addition to
 many sorrowing relatives and friends, delegations from Couu- Wheeler, F. of A. and the Musicians Union, were in attendance.
 As the casket was borne from the funeral parlors, the Wheeler & Will son Band played Nearer My God To Thee," ard headed the cortege to the church, where as its former leader was carried into the church. it played the Dead March from Saul" solemn high mass of requiem was celebra ed by the Rev. Robert Bowen. As the remains were brought into the church the choir rendered "Thy Will Be Done" At the offertory, Miss Mae Flaherty sang Pie JeAN" and after mass she sang Some Sweet Day. and Face To Face"
 Lead, Kindly Light was chanted on the chimes as the body Jeff the church and at St. Michaels cemetery as the body was lowered into the grave taps were sounded by George Sanger. a former leader of the band and the man who played taps over Gen. Grant at his tomb on Riverside Drive. The paTbearers were John, William and Edward Dunn. James Purley. William Buckley and Archie McNIllIlen
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
RUHR PROBLEM
 NEARING CRISIS

London. Dec. 27-Comp1ete reversal of British policy towards Gs,r-aiiy. unless the Germans cease their quib- bling over terms of the Treaty of Versailles, was forecast today.
 Great Britain and Italy may with draw their obje ction to French occu- patton of the Ruhr if the reparat1ons agreement worked out in the Allied Premiers' conference in Paris next month is rejected by Germany.
 The supreme moment in Europe's international affairs is rapidly ap- preaching. It will determine IT the future is to be tranquil or will be menaced with threats Of fresh war fare.
 It Is learned in authoritative circles that the patience of Great Britain is being exhausted by the stubborn rac- tics of the Germans.
 British officials, it is declared are not inclined to countenance any further evasions On the separations issue by Germany.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
BLAME GANG
 OF BOYS FOR
 PETTY THEFTS

Another gang of boy desperadoes. tmbued with the spirit of Rallies. is believed by the police to be responsi- ble for a series of small breaks re- ported to the department over night.
 The Musante & Cuneo confection- cry store, located at 1903 Barnum avenue, reported that an attempt to enter their place by forcing a rear window, was made Monday night. The intruders were evidently scared away, however, before they had ef- fected an entrance.
 The Bridgeport Minstrel Club, To- cated at 234 Stratford avenue, re- ported to the police this morning that the place had been entered last night but were unable at press hour to give an account of their losses.
 The Jaycox Rubber Go. located at 1S9 Fairfield avenue also reported that their store had been entered last night and a quantity of merchandise stolen. The thieves gained entrance by removing a screen from a rear window and then breaking the win dow.
 An attempt was also made to enter the Frank Optical store which ad- joins the Jaycox Co.,, and is located at 199 Fairfield avenue, but the thieves were frustrated in their at tempt by a heavIly-barred iron door
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
DR. C0lIE SETS
 SAIL FOR J. s.
Copyright 1922 by International
 News Service.)

News Service.)
 CherboUrg, France. Dec. 27-(I. N. S.)-Day by day, in every way the American people are going to be get ting better and better if there is pow or behind the mental message flushed tc the United States today hy Dr Emile Coue, famous French exponent of auto-suggestion. who sailed for New York on the liner Majestic.
 Before boarding the liner pr. Coue gave the following message to Inter national News Service for the Ameri- can people.
 ''I will also auto-suggeste happiness to the healthy people of America as yell as health to the sick and afflict- married couples not only be content to live live happily together but that they give ioyousness to all about them. I will autO-suggest that bus mess men and statesmen serve not ony dutifully but enthusiastically and that all live so that their lives will he filled with happiness
 Dr. Coue, whose home Is in Nancy, came into international prominence of treating ailments with auto-sug-. gestion. Large numbers of ailing nersons from all parts of the world have visited his home for treatment He said that he was looking forward to his trip to the United States with keen interest and plans to visit a number of cities. It is anticipated that the famous French physician will be flooded with applications from persons seeking his treatment.
 Jo. Davidson, the famous sculptor, has just completed a bust of Dr. Coue. It is being taken to the United States on the liner Majestic.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
ALMANAC
DIED.


 KEILY-In this city, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 1922, Annie Maria Kelly, widow of Patrick J. Kelly.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Wm- A. Andres, 371 Gurdon street, on Friday. Dec. 29, at a.. m.. and from St. Patrick.s church at 9:30 a. m.. where a sol emn high mass will be offered for the happy repose of her soul.
 Burial in St. Michaers cemetery.
 T27b*p VERDON-In this city, Monday, Dec. 25, 1922, Thomas VerGon.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the M. J. Cannon Funeral Home. Inc, 415 John street, on Thursday, Dec. 28, at S:30 a. m. and from St. Augustines church at g o'clock.
 Burial in St. MichaePs cemetery. this city Sunday. Dec. "A, 1922, James Halpin, of 601 Newffeld avenue. aged 50 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the funeral parlors of Mullins, Scott & Redgate, 293 Golden Hill street. on Thursday, Dec. 28, at 8:30 a. m, and from Blessed Sacrament church al o'clock.
 Interment at St. MichaeTs ceme- tery. a"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-12-27
2 ARE HELD FOR BRANNIChN DEATH

Norwalk. Dec. 27-Edward Sheehan Jr., and Frank De Martino were or dered held in 2,500 bail each by Cor oner J. J. Phelan today following his inquiry into the death of Sergeant James Branigan, D. s. A. of Tren- ton, N J. The men furnished ball and were released pending their ap- pearance in City court here to answer charges of mansI3 tighter.
 Coroner Phelan ordered the re- lease of Frank Gilbert. of Colorado, a friend of Sergeant Branfgan, wno was beaten severely in the brawl in which Branigan received fatal injur- ies. and Edward Marron.
 Efforts to unAngle the case proved fruitless and when the investigation ended the situation seemed more conn., plicated than ever. Sheehan declared he saw De Martino standing with a tire iron when the fight occurred. but did not see him strike a blow. De Martino insisted he did not even