Tazewell County, Virginia, Newspaper Articles: Clinch Valley News--15 January 1932 Contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Michelle Burress http://www.cvnotes.com ==================================================================== Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ==================================================================== Clinch Valley News 15 January 1932 LOCAL NEWS The shocking report reached Tazewell last Thursday, the Ben GILDERSLEEVE of Tazewell, had killed his wife and then killed himself. His wife, Mildred MUNDY, was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John MUNDY, of this community. Two children, a boy 14 and a girl, 10 years of age, were at the home of their grandmother, Mrs. MUNDY, at the time. The tragedy occurred at the camp of Rosenbaum Brothers, a few miles from Luray. Mrs. MCAMOS and Mrs. GILDERSLEEVE had supervision of the road camp boarding house. The bodies were brought here on Friday, and funeral and burials took place on Saturday. Mrs. GILDERSLEEVE from the Presbyterian church Saturday morning and Mr. GILDERSLEEVE from the home of his mother and brother, Gilbert GILDERSLEEVE, in the afternoon. Burial was had in the new cemetery in the Mundy and Gildersleeve sections. The crowds attending these funerals were the largest ever seen here on any similar occasion. The Page News and Courier, Luray, Page County, of date January 8th, had a lengthy account of the sad affair, from which the following extracts are taken: "The Page authorities found the bodies of GILDERSLEEVE and his wife, lying on the bed fully dressed. Both were on their backs. A .25 Colt automatic which was known to belong to the woman, lay on the bed. Both man and wife were shot through the heart, the bullets going through and through. The Colt bullet was found in the woman's underclothing, at her back. The man still grasped a .32 Smith and Wesson with which he had shot himself. The bullet went not only thru his body but through the bed clothing. Sheriff Lucas cut it out of the mattress. The .32 belonged to somebody about the camp. Both bodies were on top of the coverlet. There were no marks of a struggle. People at the camp agree that GILDERSLEEVE acted strangely as if deranged. They do not believe this was a suicide pact. GILDERSLEEVEwent to the cook tent about 8 am and asked for his wife to go to another tent to have a talk before he left. This was the last seen of them alive. The Dodson boy was sent to look for them and found their dead bodies. The Mary O'KEEFFE Missionary Society met at the home of Mrs. Wade PEERY on Tuesday, January 12, with 18 members, present and one visitor. Rev. JOUROLMON installed the new officers for the year. Missionary Dialogue given by Mrs. Wade PEERY and Miss Lyde MCCALL. Dues collected, $7. Stewardship given by Mrs. L.T. MCCGUIRE; bulletin given by Mrs. Jeff SAWYERS, Refreshments served by the hostess. Conrad LITZ and Henry PRESTON, prominent young men of Tazewell, have bought the interest of Martin HARMAN in the Harman Garst Motor Company at North Tazewell, and the new firm will be known as Tazewell Motor Sales, Inc. with Henry PRESTON as President, Conrad LITZ, Vice-President and E.R. GARST, Secretary and Treasurer. The new firm will take over the business on the 18th inst. This week the members of the firm have spent several days in Columbus, at a branch of the Ford Motor Company, familiarizing themselves with the business and making contracts for the coming year. The new firm, composed of the leading young men of the community, will be a strong one. The new Ford is expected in a short time, and from all reports it will be a car that will command the respect and consideration of the most exacting buyers. One of the pleasant visitors in Tazewell over the weekend, was Miss Helen WILMOTH, of Bluefield College. She was the guest of Mrs. HILTZHEIMER. Miss Carrie CREGAR, of Gratton, and Mr. William BOURNE, of Eckman, West Virginia, were recently married in Tazewell, by Rev. Mr. MCKAY. They will make their home in Eckman. Mrs. G.S. GILDERSLEEVE, Sr. and family, wish to thank their many friends for their kindness and sympathy shown them during their great sorrow - Mrs. G.S. GILDERSLEEVE, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford GROSECLOSE, Maxwell, are the proud parents of a fine baby girl, born January 3rd. Name Edith Sparks GROSECLOSE. Miss Mozell S. PARKER, field worker of the Tuberculosis association, of Richmond, is in the community, stopping with the Misses TYNES. Mr. and Mrs. Joe N. JOHNSON, of Dante, are here visiting Mr. JOHNSON'S parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.N. JOHNSON. Joe is taking treatment for an infected hand. J.T. KENDRICK was called to Honaker on Tuesday on account of the serious illness of his brother, Sterling KENDRICK. Mrs. R.E. KITTS is a patient in the Bluefield hospital. Miss Lucille THOMPSON, of Berwind, visited friends in Tazewell this week. Mr. J.H. HUFFMAN and two children, of Doran, were weekend guests of Mrs. HUFFMAN'S parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.N. HARMAN. Mr. and Mrs. Ed C. MAYS, of Bluefield, West Virginia, were in the community on Wednesday, on business and pleasure combined. MAYS has been working for the N and W. for about 25 years - now a conductor. He has saved is wages, and now laughs at the "depression." His wife, many of us remember, Belle MCCLINTOCK, daughter of the late George MCCLINTOCK, sister to Miss Sallie, who lives with us and her mother. John VERNON, from over about Bandy, came to see us a few days ago, and left the editor a can of nice molasses. What has become of the buck wheat folks? Has the depression got 'em. Miss Elizabeth SLADE, of Shawvers Mill, and Mr. Richland THOMPSON, of Tazewell, were united in marriage on January 6th. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. MCKAY, of Tazewell. Mrs. THOMPSON is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.F. SLADE, of Shawvers Mills. Mr. THOMPSON is the son of Mrs. John H. THOMPSON, of Tazewell. Mr. and Mrs. THOMPSON are being showered with the best wishes of their many friends for a long and happy married life. At the North Tazewell parsonage, Friday afternoon, a nuptial ceremony uniting Mrs. Mary MITCHELL, of Belfast Mills and Walker LAMBERT, of Burke's Garden, was performed by the Rev. Courtland JOUROLMON, pastor of the North Tazewell Methodist Church. The couple were attended by Mr. Dennis CASSELL, at whose home in Burke's Garden Mr. and Mrs. LAMBERT will reside. Mrs. C.C. CAMPBELL, of Richlands, was seriously injured Tuesday near Cedar Bluff when two automobiles collided that evening. One of the cars was driven by A.D. MUTTER and the other by a man named Worlz. The injured were taken to the hospital at Richlands. Both cars were demolished. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart WHITLEY and Mr. and Mrs. R.J. GREEVER entertained on Friday evening at the home of the Whitley's in North Tazewell with a bridge dinner. Six tables were engaged in play, W.R. LUPTON, making high score. Those present for the occasion: Mr. and Mrs. J.W. PEERY, Dr. and Mrs. JENNINGS, Mr. and Mrs. John BOGGESS, Mr. and Mrs. W.R. LUPTON, Misses Alverta GREEVER, Hattie HURT, Ayme MORRIS, Eleanor Sibley, Mrs. Newell BRITTS, Jim Sam GILLESPIE, Pounding Mill; Jess WHITE, Richlands; Russell PAINTER, Shields HARMAN, Dr. J.W. WITTEN, Dr. LEWIS, Alex HOLMAN and James GREEVER. On Saturday afternoon Mrs. WHITLEY and Mrs. GREEVER were hostesses for an informal bridge party, the invited guests being Mrs. Aaron RUSS, Mrs. A.C. BUCHANAN, Mrs. N.M. WALKER, Mrs. Ida LYNCH, Mrs. O.C. TICE, Mrs. Glenn PEERY, Mrs. J.R. ROSENBAUM, Mrs. Harry HOWARD, Mrs. George BUSTON, Miss Hattie HURT, Mrs. Chase ADKINS, Mrs. J.W. WHITLEY, Mrs. David PEERY, Mrs. W.E. KELLEY, Mrs. R.N. KELLEY, Miss Margaret PEERY and Mrs. W.L. FOWLER. Amonate, Jan 8 - One of the attractive affairs of the season was a party given by "Bud" YOST at his home, Saturday night. Games, music and dancing was enjoyed throughout the evening. Several musical selections were given by Buddy EAKIN on the harmonica and guitar. At a late hour delicious refreshments were served by the honorees mother, Mrs. John YOST and Mrs. EAKIN. Among those present for the affair were: Misses Evelyn, Beaulah and Zelma SHRADER, Dorothy RICHARDSON, Polly HAGY, Edith MONK, Gladys HINKLE, Nelma WIDENER; Messrs. Bud, Melvin and Marvin YOST, Buddy EAKIN, Roe and Blonde CRUISE, Taylor LEONARD, Clarence STAMPER, Ted CHRISTIAN, Clyde MONK, Chester ROBINSON, Howard SHELTON, Grover and Raymond MOREFIELD, Grat LAMBERT. Rev. D.P. HURLEY, superannuated minister of the Holston Conference, died in Roanoke hospital last Sunday. Mr. HURLEY was Presiding Elder of this district some years ago, and is well remembered here. Rev. Mr. HURLEY was seventy-one years of age, and is survived by his widow, Mrs. Sallie Nelkirk HURLEY, and the following children: D.P. HURLEY, Jr. Charles Town, West Virginia, W.M. HURLEY, Pembroke; Mrs. Cecil PETERS, Craddock; Mrs. K.E. BABER, Lexington, Ky; Mrs. Harry BRANCH, Radford; and Miss Blanche HURLEY, Roanoke. Funeral services were conducted on last Thursday at Falls Mills, for J.D. FRENCH, who died last Wednesday at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. D.L. CALDWELL, of Falls Mills. Mr. FRENCH was ninety-five years of age. He became ill Christmas day and his condition had steadily failed since. Deceased had been a resident of Tazewell County nearly; all his life. He was a native of Giles County, his wife died 27 years ago. The following children survive - Mrs. CALDWELL, Mrs. A.F. DOYLE, Mrs. Evelenor CARTER, C.F. FRENCH, J.S. FRENCH and H.D. FRENCH. He leaves also two step children, eighty grand children, 112 great grand children and two great great grand children. The funeral and burial of Mrs. Mollie Brown ROSE, took place at Cliffield on Tuesday, conducted by Rev. Mr. OWEN. Mrs. ROSE was the mother of nine children, only three are living. She was 56 years of age. In early life she united with the Adventist church, was a "good woman, and ready to go," says our informant. Jim HAGY, who has been ill at his home here for two weeks, is recovering. For rent a partly furnished three room apartment for light housekeeping, also a furnished room with bath to desirable parties. Mrs. John S. BOTTIMORE. A very pleasant and enjoyable day was spent at the home of Mrs. Rose HUMPHREY, the 26th of Dec. being her 66th birthday. About 45 partook of the sumptuous dinner. The guests being children, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends of Mrs. HUMPHREY, coming from Bluefield, Virginia, Pocahontas, Russell County, Marion, Amonate and other places in the county. The dining room was beautifully decorated in the holiday color scheme, green and red being used. Mrs. HUMPHREY received many nice and lovely presents. The crowd departed at a late hour in the afternoon, wishing her many more birthdays as pleasant as the one celebrated in 1931. Mr. Lloyd BOARDWINE and Miss Emma JACKSON were quietly married at the home of Rev. P.P. TABOR, at Richlands, on Tuesday, January 6th. The groom is the son of J.E. BOARDWINE and the bride is the daughter of J.M. JACKSON, of near Pounding Mill. By virtue of the terms of a certain deed of trust dated December 15, 1922, from Charles W. BOYD and Vida BOYD, his wife, to Charles F. WHEATON and Tristram T. HYDE, Jr. Trustee, recorded in the Clerk's Office of Tazewell County, Virginia, in Deed Book 95, page 34, default having been made in the payment of a debt secured thereby as the same became due and payable and the whole of said debt having been declared due by the holder of same as provided in said deed of trust, and being requested so to do by the holder of said debt, the undersigned Trustee will see at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the time and place and upon the terms hereinafter set forth, all the following real estate, to-wit: "All the certain tract of land, containing twelve hundred (1200) acres according to recent survey thereof, situate upon the waters of Plum Creek and Deskins Branch, waters of Clinch River and partly between the tops of Deskins and Paint Lick Mountain, in Tazewell County, Virginia;" and being the same real estate conveyed to the said Charles W. BOYD, by A.S. HIGGINBOTHAM, et, al., by deed dated December 15, 1921. Notices of said sale, as required by said deed of trust have been posted at the front door of the courthouse in the town of Tazewell, Virginia, at the front door of the Town Hall or Municipal offices in the town of Bluefield, Virginia, and at the front door of the store of W.P. BOGGESS in the town of Richlands, Virginia. A full description by meets and bounds of said real estate is set forth in the aforesaid notices, and reference is made to the aforesaid deed of trust recorded in the Clerk's Office of Tazewell County, Virginia, in Deed Book 95, page 34, for a complete description of said real estate. PLACE OF SALE: At the front door of the Courthouse in the town of Tazewell County of Tazewell, State of Virginia. TERMS OF SALE: Cash in hand at the time of sale. TIME OF SALE: Between the hours of 10 o'clock am and 12 o'clock noon on the 23rd day day of January, 1932. This December 17, 1931 Tristan T. HYDE, Jr. Trustee. Kenneth C. PATTY, Attorney for the Trustee. ORDER OF PUBLICATION - In the Circuit Court of the County of Tazewell, Virginia, on the 14 day of January 1932. Forest MUNDY, Complainant vs. Order of Publication. Norma Frazier MUNDY, Defendant: The object of this suit is to procure on the behalf of the complainant a divorce a vinculo matrimony from the defendant on the grounds of adultery. An affidavit having been made and filed that the defendant, Norma Frazier MUNDY, is not resident of State of Virginia, it is ordered that she do appear here within 10 days after due publication hereof, and do what may be necessary to protect her interests in this suit; and it is further ordered that a copy hereof be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Clinch Valley News, a newspaper published in the County of Tazewell, and that a copy be posted at the front door of the Courthouse of this county on or before the next succeeding rule day after this order was entered. H.S. SURFACE, clerk. BURKES GARDEN On Saturday night, January 9th, the Burke's Garden boys and girls played their first schedule game of the season with Bluefield, Virginia. The boys lost by a score of 32-23. Girls lost with a score of 22-18. Both teams fought hard, but luck seemed to be against them. However, the score does not count so much, it is the spirit in which you play that really counts. We are proud of both teams and feel sure that the score will be quite different when we meet Bluefield on our court. The second game of the season will be played on Friday night, January 15, Burkes Garden vs. Tazewell at Burkes Garden. We shall expect a large crowd to attend the games, so folks, don't disappointment us. The teams have not had much practice since the holidays. We expect to practice more the rest of the season. Several of the best players are off because of grades but we expect to have them back after examination. The Fireside Club of Burke's Garden will present a comedy, "The Man From Borneo," on Saturday night, January 16, at the High School auditorium. Honor Roll for December: First Grade - Fred WILSON, Lillian STRONG, Peery WILLIAMS, Leon WILSON. Second Grade - Junior FUQUA Third Grade - Elizabeth THOMPSON Fourth Grade - Vern KITTS, Roberta KITTS, Eva ETTER. Firth Grade - Margaret MEEK, Bobby FUQUA, Grace REPASS. Sixth Grade - Marie GOSE. Freshmen - Charles FUQUA, Edgar GREEVER. Sophomores - Mary SPARKS. Seniors - Florence CROUSE, Eleanor GREEVER. BISHOP A box supper will be given in the post office building by the Epworth League at 7:30, Friday night. Everybody is urged to attend and a fine time is assured. Practice has been resumed on the play, "Treasure Farm," which will be given in the near future, the proceeds, of which will be used for the Virginia side school. Organization of the "Bishop Barons" basket ball team took place last Saturday evening in the post office building, where one room is rapidly being changed into a basket ball court. Everette WHITE is coaching the team and from all indications will have a capable team in shape in short time. Organization of the "Bishop Baronessess" will take place in a short while. Miss Lillian MARTIN and Miss Alice Grey LOWE will assist the girls in practice instructions which will probably be started this week. Mr. and Mrs. W.D. LESTE rare welcoming the arrival of a fine son, born last Friday evening. Mrs. Sarah ROBERTSON, Miss Ruth BELCHEE and Miss Alice Grey LOWE motored to Tazewell Saturday afternoon. Miss Nannie CRAFT spent the weekend with Mrs. Henry SADDLER, of Northfork and J.S. CRAFT and family of Crumpler. Misses Halley SHRADER and Minnie MANGUS; James GOODWIN and Roy BAILEY visited friends in Montcalm, Sunday. O.E. MANGUS, Bill BYRD and J.D. MANGUS were visiting N.B. MANGUS at the Bluefield Sanitarium, Friday. Jack ALTIZER of Hartwell, has returned to his home here. Henry SADDLER, of Northfolk, spent Saturday and Monday at Bishop. George GILLESPIE, of Crockett's Cove, was safely delivered to his home when his car plunged over a rock shed while had made a hasty exit through the top and was thrown within a few feet of the door of his home, Tuesday morning. GILLESPIE was turning the car when a front wheel went over the rock wall and caused the mishap. The only damage was done to the top of the car, which GILLESPIE was thrown through, and to the roof of the shed. POCAHONTAS Tuesday night the bridge club met at home of Mrs. Jack TOTTI. Two tables were at play. High score prize was given to Mrs. Hubert ROGERS and guest prize was given Miss KVANCE, of Bluefield, guest of Mr. and Mrs. TOTRI. Those playing were: Mrs. M.B. HAMMITT, Mrs. M.E. BLAYLOCK, Mrs. C.G. HUFFMAN, Mrs. Hubert ROGERS, Mrs. Greve FORSTER, Miss Ann O'BRIEN, Miss Dot WAINWRIGHT and Jock TOTRI. Officers for the new year were elected Wednesday at a meeting of the Ladies Missionary Society of the Methodist church, held at the church with Mrs. Herbert BUTT in charge. The new offices are: President, Mrs. L.B. CRAWFORD; vice-president, Mrs. WOOD; corresponding secretary, Mrs. A.R. COMBS; recording secretary, Mrs. MAXEY; tresaurer, Mrs. HARRY; local treasurer, Mrs. J.K. SULT; Missionary Voice Agent, Mrs. A.C. JOHNSON; supt. publicity, Mrs. W.E. RHODES; supt. Bible study, Mrs. A.T. DRAPER; supt. supplies, Mrs. G.F. MUSTARD; supt. social services, Mrs. C.W. MOODY; supt children, Mrs. H.L. YOWELL, supt. local work, Mrs. J.P. CURTIS. At a meeting Monday night of Pocahontas Temple No. 19, Pythian Sisters, officers for 1932 were installed with appropriate ceremony. New officers include: Mrs. A.T. DRAPER, Mrs. A.C. DRAPER, Mrs. WRIGHT, Mrs. F.E. WAGNER, Mrs. Pansy BUTT, Mrs. Wiley FOX, Mrs. Connie EFFLER, Mrs. Stewart MITCHELL, Mrs. Edith HINDLEY, Miss Pansy BUTT and Mrs. Wiley FOX were elected as representatives to the Grand Lodge, which meets in Newport News, in October. Last Friday night Mrs. Eugene JONES entertained the Charity Bridge Club at her home. Home was artistically decorated in holiday colors and attractive souvenirs were given each guest. High score prizes were won by Mrs. M.B. BLAYLOCK and Mrs.. Jack TOTRI and consolation by Miss Marie PENNIGTON. After several progressions a delicious salad course was served the guests and the gathering ended with a watch party. Those present were: Mrs. J.P. CURTIS, Mrs. G.T. GENTRY, Mrs. H.E. WHITSON, Mrs. L.G. CRAIN, Mrs. Russell WYNECOFF, of Cincinnati; Mrs. A.V. SPROLES, Mrs. A.L. KING, Mrs. Hazel MINNER, Mrs. Jack TOTRI, Miss Marie PENNINGTON, Miss Dorothy WAINWRIGHT and E.G. JONES. Miss Thelma WHITEHEAD entertained the bridge club and other guests at her piano studio Tuesday night. High score prize won by Mrs. M.E. BLAYLOCK and consolation by Mrs. Frank RUSSELL. Those playing: Mrs. M.B. HAMMITT, Mrs. C.G. HUFFMAN, Mrs. Hubert ROGERS, Mrs. Jack TOTRI, Mrs. M.E. BLAYLOCK, Mrs. Greive FORESTER, Mrs. H.E. WHITSON, Mrs. Eugene JONES, Mrs. Frank RUSSELL, of Bramwell; Misses Anne O'BRIEN, Dorothy Wainwright, Elva MAXEY, of Bluefield, house guest of Miss WHITEHEAD. Miss Mary HARDY, of Tazewell, was in town on business this week. Miss Katherine MAXEY is visiting her sister, Mrs. L.A. VANDENBURG in Charleston. Mrs. M. BLOCH continues ill. W.K. MAXEY and son, Charles, were business visitors in Bluefield on Thursday. Miss Frances REESE, of Bluefield, was the guest of Miss Thelma WHITEHEAD this week. Mrs. S.L. KEGLEY is ill in the St. Luke's hospital, Bluefield. Friends have received word of the serious illness of Mrs. Henry BOWDEN in Charleston. Mrs. T.J.B. SHARTZ returned to her home in Wytheville last Sunday after spending several days with her daughter, Mrs. Herbert BUTT and Mr. BUTT. Mrs. Ed ROSENBAUM, of Tazewell, has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. George F. ROSENBAUM at their home in the Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence BLOCH and family of Oak Hill, spent last week at the home of Mrs. M. BLOCH. C.M. GALLOWAY remains ill at the Bluefield sanitarium. "Shorty" COEBURN has been ill several days this week. Pat O'CONNOR returned home last Sunday from Bluefield sanitarium, where he was a patient for several weeks. Miss Jonella FOSTER, of Farmville, spent last weekend as the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert BUTT. Mr. and Mrs. Clide TAYLOR, of Bluefield, spent Thursday as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.C. HINDLEY. Mr. and Mrs. Paul YANKEE had as their guest one day last week, Mrs. YANKEE'S mother and sister, Mrs. J.W. BAILEY and daughter, Elizabeth, of Bluefield. Sidney BLOCH is able to be out again after several weeks illness. Miss Pauline GENTRY returned to Bluefield this week, after spending the holidays with her brother, G.T. GENTRY and Mrs. GENTRY. Miss Evelyn PETERS was ill last week. Miss Grieve FORESTER was indisposed several days last week. Miss Theresa FOX was ill several days last week. SHAWVERS MILLS Mr. and Mrs. A.L. LEFFEL and family were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. D.B. HOWELL Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. F.F. GRUBB and children and Miss Dorothy BEARD, Bluefield, Virginia and Albert WHITE, of Tazewell, were visiting Mr. and Mrs. W.C. GRUBB Sunday. The largest hog that has been killed in this community for some time was killed Monday morning by D.B. HOWELL. The hog was something over a year old and netted 700 lbs. Mr. and Mrs. J.A. LEFFLE and Mr. and Mrs. W.P. LEFFLE and two sons, and Mrs. W.M. PRUETT were dinner guests of Mrs. Mustard PRUETT on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. G.W. LAMBERT and children were visiting Mr. and Mrs. R.P. SHAWVER, Sunday night. Rally Day at Chestnut Grove on Sunday was well attended by members and visitors. E.G. PRUETT and daughter, Sue, and W.M. PRUETT were visiting in Tazewell Tuesday. Mrs. Jack PRESTON is visiting her sister, Mrs. E.G. PRUETT. POUNDING MILL Mr. and Mrs. Elmer WATSON are visiting relatives in Bluefield, West Virginia this week. Frank JACKSON was calling on relatives at Linside, West Virginia, Monday. Carl LESTER and Lawrence BOARDWINE, of Elk Garden, were the dinner guests of J.E. BOARDWINE, Tuesday. Miss Edith HARRIS, teacher of Little River School, spent weekend with homefolks at Richlands. Charles JACKSON is ill with influenza. Rev. G.W. HELMICK, of Metz, West Virginia, who has been conducting a revival at the Church of God here the past three weeks, baptized twelve in Clinch River Sunday at 2 pm. Twenty six have been saved, seventeen sanctified and fourteen received the Holy Ghost. A number received blessings and baptized in river and being saved. The music and singing by the evangelist and others, greatly enjoyed. Large crowds attend meetings, which will continue over Sunday. Others will be baptized in Clinch River Sunday at 2 am. Some fine sermons have been preached. Rev. George OWENS, Tazewell, the Christian Church minister, conducted Christian Endeavor Tuesday night at union church guest of Mrs. Henry CHRISTIAN. The Christian church Missionary Society meeting was held at the church at 2pm, Tuesday, with Mrs. Claude THOMAS, leader. Bible reading, Mrs. Martha SPARKS; prayer, by Rev. George OWENS. Others on program were Mrs. J.L. RINGSTAFF, Mrs. James BRUSTER, Aubry SPARKS, Bluefield, West Virginia; Mr. and Mrs. S.T. SPARKS and Mrs. C.H. ROBINETTE. The following ladies attended the all day Methodist Missionary Society at Mrs. Jennie PORTER'S near Tazewell, today, viz: Mrs. R.A. CRAIG, Mrs. James JOHNSON, Mrs. Hallie MCGEE, Mrs. Rex STEELE and son, Billy. The following from here played at the union meeting at Richlands Sunday pm: William, Lawrence and Finley RINGSTAFF, Fred JOHNSON and Billy Mack SPARKS. Other members from here who attended were: S.T. and Norman SPARKS, Robert ELSWICK, C.H. ROBINETTE and perhaps others. Mrs. Lou MCGUIRE, of Pounding Mill Branch, spent Sunday here with her daughter, Mrs. Robert PETTS and family. Mr. and Mrs. J.A. GILLENWATER and son, James Elmer, of McComas, West Virginia, spent the weekend here with parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cabe COCHRAN and Miss Nannie Belle and William SPARKS. Miss Elsie MCGEE, teacher of Liberty Hill, spent weekend with Mrs. C.H. TRAYER and family. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis MCGEE, Miss Nannie B. SPARKS and Raymond JOHNSON were visitors to Richlands Thursday night. Mrs. W.E. MULKEY, of Pickens, South Carolina, was supper guest Monday of her brother and sister, Mr. and Mrs. L.W. RINGSTAFF. Paul MAXWELL, Panther, West Virginia, is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Martha SPARKS and son, Norman, Mrs. L.W. RINGSTAFF and others. Mrs. George PETTS is recovering from a two weeks illness. Mrs. Susan RINGSTAFF is some better. Evelyn SPRATT is reported as being some better. James OSBORNE is improving. Miss Mary SPRATT has returned to college after spending holidays here with parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.L. SPRATT. John ROBINETTE remains about the same. 4-H Club met Thursday with Mrs. Claude THOMAS, with Miss Vivian WATERS, 4-H Club demonstrator, present. The W.C.T.U. met last Thursday with Mrs. Rex STEELE. Next meeting with Mrs. W.B. STEELE. SHORTT GAP Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock for Mrs. F.J. VANCE at Red Ash, her home. The body was taken to the Smith cemetery. Mrs. VANCE died Friday morning. She is survived by her parents, her husband and several children. A large crowd attended the funeral. Mr. and Mrs. Neil OSBORNE, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin SIMMONS were visiting friends and relatives in Winding Gulf, West Virginia, recently. B.H. SIMMONS, of Bristol, Tennessee, was calling on W.I. ALTIZER, Tuesday. N.W. WADE of this place, attended services Sunday at Mount Pleasant. Mr. and Mrs. Milton OSBORNE, of Doran and Bill SMITH, of Panther, West Virginia, were visiting Mr. and Mrs. W.N. SHELTON last week. Miss Margaret BROWN spent the weekend with her homefolks in Cedar Bluff. Carl ADDISON, who has been seriously ill at his home here with heart trouble for several weeks, is improving slowly. Sparks NEWBERRY and W.L. ALTIZER were business visitors to White Wood Monday. Hubert ALTIZER, student in Richlands High School, has been ill at his home here for a few days. Mrs. Henry COMPTON, who has been on the sick list, is now able to be out.