Tazewell County, Virginia, Newspaper Articles: Clinch Valley News--March 12, 1920 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 Friday, March 12, 1920 NEW HOTEL ABANDONED High Cost of Material and Other Causes Prompts Board of Trade to Advise Repairing Old Building. The special hotel meeting of the Board of Trade last Friday night recommended by almost unanimous vote (so far as audible expression was concerned) that the idea of building a new hotel at Tazewell be for the present abandoned, and the present hotel building remodeled and repaired to meet if possible the present needs. A commiette coomposed of H.E. HARMAN, W.T. GILLESPIE, R.R. WALL, R.P. COPENHAVER, and E.R. BOYD was appointed to solicit funds to buy the present building and have it put into shape. R.C. CHAPMAN, the owner of the building offered to sell his interest to a corporation that might be formed for a sum less than $10,000 provided it be used as a hotel building exclusively. A number of available sites were offered, among the number being the old Moore property, the Dr. GREEVER property, the WITTEN lot on lower Main Street, on which a hotel could be erected in case the board had decided to undertake the erection of a new building. The committee has received frm architech J.C. HELDRETH plans of how the present hotel building might look if his suggestions are carried out. The committee has done nothing this week in soliciting funds, so far as heard. TANNERSVILLE Tannersville, Va. March 9th. Robert C. HOLMES, son of Mr. and Mrs. G.P. HOLMES, died in a Bluefield hospital Saturday evening. He had been working in Mohawk, W.Va. and was taken ill with typhoid and removed to Bluefield. His father was with him for several days, but came home Thusday, as he seemed to be improving. His brother, E.A. HOLMES was with him when the end came. Remains were brought to his home Sunday and interment made Monday in the HOLMES family burial grounds. Services were conducted at the home of Rev. Mr. BURRESS. Deceased was twenty two years of age and death, tho always sad is doubly so when it claims one who is just out of their youth and entering up on the life of service and usefulness which holds forth one of promise and achievement. Then we pause to think, "O death, where is thy sting, oh, grave where is thy victory?" Besides his father and mother, he leaves seven brothers and three sisters, to mourn the loss of a kind son and brother. Mr. and Mrs. HOLMES have the sympathy of the entire community. Dr. and Mrs. E.A. HOLMES, of Broadford, R.W. HOLMES, of North Holston, were here Monday to attend the burial of their nephew, R.C. HOLMES. W.S. PATRICK, of North Holston, was visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. I.L. PATRICK, sunday. There are about sixty cases of the flu in this community, but so far all have been in a mild form, but few became serious. Otis HILT and Albert RICH have had pneumonia but are improving. IN MEMORIAM In the hour of bereavement, when the heart is crused by sorrow, the clouds are lightened by the touch of a kind hand and an expression of love and sympathy. Knowing this the United Daughters of the Confederacy would have Mrs. NEAL and her family assured that they, in a body assmbled, expressed the deepest sympathy for them in the death of the husband and father, Mr. John NEAL, and with the tenderest love sent the following resolutions: Resolved that we, as Daughters of the Confederacy, revere and honor the memory of Mr. John A NEAL as a gallant soldier in war and as a patriot in time of peace, always true to his convictions. One by one the Veterans of the war between the states, is passing away. Perhaps there are some who do not appreciate the principles of the South the Confederates fought for, nor how much America owes to the men who bore the Stars and Bars. Because their fathers upheld the flag and kept it free from stain, the men born under the shadow of its folded splendor, fought and died that America might live. Our hearts go out in deepest sympathy and reverence to this family for the loss of a gallant son and brother, who sleeps in France. Resolved, That we hereby express our appreciation of Mr. NEAL's strong christian character, his splendid influence and faithful labors in the services of his King, through various channels expecially through the church. A life thus consecrated to pure ideals sustained and strengthened by unfaltering faith, inspires all who come within its influence, and leaves a rail of light, which, like the pathway of the just, "shines more and more unto the perfect day." Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be furnished the local paper for publication, and a copy be spread upon the minutes of our Chapter. Mrs. Barbara MOSS, Mrs. M.G. FUDGE, Mrs. C.A. THOMPSON. Tazewell Va. March 5, 1920 BOOZE FLOWS FREELY HERE "White Lightning" Seems to be Easy to Obtain - Absence of Much "Flu" Here May Be the Result. A subscriber calls our attention to the fact that "moonshine" liquor "seems" easily obtainable in Tazewell, and calls our further attention to the fact that we have had very little influenza in this town, as the influenza "bugs" and the grade of corn juice they are peddling at so much per will not long reside in the same carcass. Many of the fellows who go up against the wild cat liquor are wont to engage in antics that remind one of the juicy days of long ago. Wife-beating, and tree-climbing, et cetera, some of the forms of amusement produced by the old familiar brands seems to have been relegated to the good old days when many's the drink that could be gotten for the asking. There sees to be but a few drunks, notwithstanding the complaint of our friend, which may be charged to the fear of the boys lest they get a jar of wood alcohol, or a jug of old hen - they go a little slow with it now. The price, said to be in the neighborhood of $40.00 per gallon, is another deterrent from a protracted and indefinite spree. It would require an inexhaustible bank account and a copper lined stomache to go the aits they used to. A report has been in circulation here for some time that liquor was easily gotten in Tazewell, anywhere in the county, in fact, but that the grand jury probers have failed to locate any of the dispensesrs or makers hereof, notwithstanding the heavy expense the county is put to in witness fees, etc. "The moonshine liquor business will soon die a natural death," says our complaint, "because of the stringent federal laws and the high price of the product of the hills and valleys." ADRIA Adria, March 10 News reaches this office of the much sickness on Dry Fork and Cavatts Creek. Nearly every body has had the flu. No deaths have been reported. Mr. J.M. ROSE, and old soldier and well known citizen, suffered a stroke of paralysis about ten days ago. The entire right side is affected, and he is in a helpless condition. Mrs. MARRS, wife of W.D. MARRS, is reported very ill with some serious internal trouble, and Mr. Mich MURRAY is seriously afflicted from a sore in his forehead. Mr. W.W. RYE has been ill with flu for several weeks but has recovered. Dr. David R. JOHNSON, who has a large practice in the Northern part of the county, says that he has had at least seventy-five cases of the flu in that territory. W.C.T.U. TO MEET The Womans Christian Temperance Union meets Tuesday 16th, at three o'clock, with Mrs. Marsh KISER, North Tazewell. The program will be led by Mrs. M.J. HANKINS, subject. "The W.C.T.U. a World Power and Why" The news item will be given by Mrs. Wade PEERY. The Devotional will be conducted by Mrs. N.K. KISER. A report of subscriptions to Va. Call will be given. It is requested that every member subscribe to The Call, only 25 cents a year, and thus help the local union. MRS HERBERT HAMPTON DEAD W.H. HAMPTON, son of J.H. and Mrs. HAMPTON, of this town, lost his wife last Friday by pneumonia following the flu. The sad event occurred at his home in Wytheville, on Friday morning about 10 o'clock. Burial took place on Sunday. Besides a husband she leaves three young children, two boys, and a girl ten years old. She was a Miss JOHNSON before marriage, her father being a member of the known firm of Foote and Johnson, and a niece of R.P JOHNSON. Deceased was about 38 years of age. May the winds be tempered. HONOR ROLL OF UPPER POUNDING MILL SCHOOL Primary - none Second grade - Willie PHILLIPS Third grade - Ethel PHILLIPS fifth grade - Tom MICHELL, Elise MCGUIRE, Tracy PHILLIPS, Ella PHILLIPS. Teacher, Miss Ruth LANDERS GRATTON The flu struck this place by storm. It is now in the Concord vicinity. There are now 13 families that have it and in some of them every member of the family in bed. But it don't seem to be so bad. One case of pneumonia. All doing as well as can be expected. Mrs. WILLIAM, of Keystone, is visiting her father, Mr. J.W. YOST, at this place. John Henry YOST has moved his family from Keystone to this place, also Paul YOST and his newly wed have left Keystone for Gratton. Miss Ada BURTON spent a few days here last week. She left last Sunday, to begin her school. She has been helping the doctor at Wilder to wait on the sick. All the teachers had to help, as there were about 350 cases there at one time. The death of Mrs. T.M BOURNE and Mr. Joe BOURNE'S baby, cast a gloom over the entire community. The afflicted families have the sympathy of the community. POULTRY AND FRUIT MEETING A very interesting and helpful meeting for poultry men and fruit growers will be hel in the court house at Tazewell on Saturday, March 20, at 1 pm. Mr. A.F. TREAKLE of the US Department of Agriculture will speak on poultry management on the farm. He will tell you how to make your hens lay and pay. Mr. TREAKLE is a very interesting and practical speaker and I hope every Tazewell farmer and his wife will try to hear him. Ladies and children interested in chickens are especially urged to attend. Mr. MOTZ, fruit specialist, will speak on management of the home orchard, spraying, pruning, cultivtion, etc. He will also give a pruning and spraying demonstration in town in Saturday 20. On Thursday, 18, a pruning and spraying demonstration will be given on Bluestone at the farm of Mr. A. ST. CLAIR. People of the east end of the county are urged to attend. This will be at 1pm the 18, At 1pm on the 19th, a pruning, ad spraying demonstraton will be given in the town or Richlands. Everyone be present. Leap Yea Mock Wedding The Bachelor-Maid Club was entertained last Friday evening by Mrs. H.E. HARMAN at her beautiful home in Marion Avenue. A mock wedding was the feature of the evening. The bride, Miss Marie MCNULTY, was very lovely in a wedding gown of georgette and lace. She caried a shower bouquet of Orchids and Sweet peas. Her only attendants were Miss Anita GILLESPIE as aid of Honor and Miss Ella JOHNSON as Ring Bearer. Miss GILLESPIE wore a beautiful evening gown of Turquoise and Tulle with silver. "Little" Miss JOHNSON was quite petite in a short frock of white organdie, wearing her hair in curls. She carried the ring in the heart of a big rose. Miss Mary MOORE< the celebrateu Pianist, rendered appropriate selections and Miss Martha HOPKINS, the gifted soprano, sang "Oh Promise Me." Miss MOORE was attired in a charming Navy frock and Miss HOPKINS wore a imported gown of Flame and Silver. The groom, Mr. Russell PAINTER, was attended by Mr. 'Bud' WARNER as best man. Mr. Theodore POBST, as the 'Father' gave the bride away and 'Parson' Paul BROWN officiated, using the impressive ring ceremony. The bridal procession descended the stairs to the soft strains of Lehengrin, approaching the altar by way of the music room. A slight disturbance marred the solemnity of the occassion when a girl, claiming to be the wife of the groom, and a goy insisting that the bride was his fiancee, tried to stop the wedding by raising objections. However the disturbance was quickly quelled and the ceremony finished. A reception followed the wedding and the Bride's cake was cut. Miss Lucile THOMPSON winning the ring, Miss JOHNSON the dime, Miss GREEVER the thimble. Dr. Tom MARTIN the button and Miss BROCMAN the darning needle. A large number of beautiful and costly gifts were recieved and were on display in the Sun Parlor. Following the reception the Bride threw her bouquet and Miss Alverta GREEVER was the lucky one. The guests departed after a most delightful evening all proclaimig Mrs. HARMAN "The Hostess Ideal." The Bachelor-Maid Club has made a change in their program. Instead of asking to meet at the different homes in the town, they have decided to go only on invitation. This plan has been adopted after the Club has been so graciously invited to several homes. The policy of the club is to furnish their own entertainment and refreshments, the hostess furnishing the home and the 'welcome.' It meets every two weeks, either Friday or Saturday whichever is convenient to the hostess. The nex meeting is Friday March 19th, at the home of Mrs. M.J. HANKINS. This is the last definite invitation the Club has and if any one desires to entertain them on Friday April 2, will they please notify any member of the club. VERNON-MCCANN Cedar Bluff, March 10 - Married at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. VERNON, at Bandy, March 7th, by the Rev. R.A. OWEN, their beautiful daughter, Miss Rose, to Mr. Arthur MCCANN. Only the family, with one exception, witnessed the ceremony. Quarterly meeting at Steelsburg March 14th and 15th. The Rev. J.E. WOLFE, together with the pastor of Cedar Bluff circuit, are to be present. All interested parties are cordially invited to be present. DEATH OF DR. H.G. ALEXANDER The following account of the death Dr. H.G. ALEXANDER, mentioned last week in this paper, is taken frm a Maryland paper: Princess Anne, Md. Feb 13 - Dr. Harvey G. ALEXANDER, 50 years olf, a member of the Board of Education of Somerset county, died at his home at Deal's Island last night. The cause of death was pneumonia, with which he was stricken about a week ago. Dr. ALEXANDER was born at Tazewell, Va. and was the son of John D. and Margaret ALEXANDER. He was a graduate of a military academy at Atlanta, Ga. and of the medical school of the University of Maryland. Before coming to Somerset country, Dr. ALEXANDER engaged in the practice of medicine at Romney, West Virginia and Holland's Island, Dorchester County, Md. He moved to Deal's Island 21 years ago. Dr. ALEXANDER's death leaves the people there without a physician. Dr. ALEXANDER was a democrat. He was active in the political and civic life of the county. He was a staunch supporter of former Governor Harrington and was the leader of the Harrington forces on the island in the primary election of 1915. He was appointed a member of the county board of education by Governor Harrington last June, to succeed Dr. Alfred P. Dennis, He was connected with the local draft board of Somerset county as Government appeal agent during the early part of the war in 1917. Surviving as a widow, Mrs. Nancy H. ALEXANDER, and the following children James Sheets, John David, and Geroge ALEXANDER; Misses Myra, Margaret, Lucille, and Nancy ALEXANDER.