1924– 100 Years Ago
The Right To Vote As You Please
Every registered voter has the right to vote for whoever he pleases. It has been stated in our hearing that a voter who is a registered Democrat would be obliged to vote that ticket next Tuesday, and a voter who is a republican must vote as he registered. There is no law for such statement, – and it is absurd on its face!
Chicken Thieves Active
The Advertiser says chicken thieves who operate with automobiles are reported to have been active in the vicinity of Peterstown, Monroe County. One night recently a farmer thereabouts is said to have lost 60 fowls and another farmer 20. One of the chicken houses was entered by breaking through the roof.
Kleagle Sentenced
Rev. K. O. Jones, general Kleagle of the Ku Klux Klan, provinces Nos. 1 and 2, was sentenced to five years at Moundsville. In passing sentence Judge Showalter declared: “Any organization whose principles are calculated to foment class, race, or church prejudice is at variance with our basic principles of government and is un-American and un-Christian.
1949 – 75 Years Ago
The Greenbrier
The joint recital given Sunday night in The Greenbrier’s auditorium theatre for the benefit of the White Sulphur Community House put the local institution’s annual drive for funds over the top. The entire proceeds, less federal and state taxes went to the Community House, with the blessings of the star, Eddy Ruhl and his accompanist Dorothy Villa Arbogast.
First Prize In Oils
Miss Jeanne Coyne, art director at Greenbrier College, was awarded first prize in oils at the 14th annual exhibition of Allied Artists of West Virginia. These paintings will be displayed at the Greenbrier Hotel as a special feature of the American Institute of Architects’ Convention in session at the Greenbrier.
Baby Shop Opening
George A. Aide had the opening of his Baby Shop in the Yarid Building on Court Street, and it was a success. It is the only store in the Greenbrier Valley handling wear for the baby and ‘teen age, and has a large stock of modern and up-to-date goods at popular prices.
1974– 50 Years Ago
President Ford Stops Denying Country Is In A Recession
Higher prices and more layoffs were predicted by the government and President ford stopped denying the country is in a recession. The latest statistical indicators showed the economy suffered its worst plunge in 23 years.
Nixon Sinks Into Critical Condition
Doctors fought to save the life of Richard Nixon today after the former president sank into critical condition from internal hemorrhaging and shock following urgent surgery. Nixon’s physician said a three-hour effort by a team of surgeons had pulled him out of shock, but “the patient is still considered critical.”
General Motors Workers Will Be Idled
More than 6,000 General Motors workers will be idled indefinitely in the next month as U. S. automakers trim fourth quarter output by over 100,000 cars because of lagging sales of the 1975 models.
1999– 25 Years Ago
Gbr. River Trail Designated West Virginia’s Legacy Trail
Gov. Cecil H. Underwood has announced that President Clinton and the U. S. Department of Transportation have designated the Greenbrier River Trail as West Virginia’s Legacy Trail and part of the national Millennium Trails Initiative. “The Greenbrier River Trail is a great representation of West Virginia’s spirit,” said Governor Underwood. “It includes the beautiful Greenbrier River, a recycling of a railroad corridor into a recreational trail and a major tourist attraction that connects ski resorts, state parks, Monongahela National Forest, small, historic towns and The Greenbrier Resort.”
Tryouts Set For Roller Hockey League
On November 15 there will be tryouts for a local roller hockey league at the Island Park Roller Rink.
Happy Halloween!
Don’t be alarmed if you step into the Greenbrier County Circuit Clerk’s office today and encounter a group of zany witches, complete with pointy hats and black lipstick. Pictured are (l to r): Sarah Hylton, Heather Ailstock, Jennifer Vance, Circuit Clerk Elizabeth Banton, Louvonne Arbuckle and Missy McCoy.
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