1926– 100 Years Ago
Must Be Bone Dry
An ultimatum that the nation’s prohibition army must be personally “bone dry” was served upon administrators throughout the country by General Lincoln C. Andrews, enforcement chief. Shocked by recent charges of drinking and alleged “wild parties” among the prohibition personnel, Andrews told the entire group of administrators, in a straight-from-the-shoulder talk at a dry “war council,” that only “total abstainers” will be tolerated as administrators, dry officers, investigators, or in any other capacity.
Railroad
From Rupert
Early development of the vast coal timber resources of the Big Clear Creek section of Greenbrier County is indicated by activity toward extending a railroad line from Rupert. Right-of-way has been cleared off for some seven or eight miles up the creek and two steam shovels are at work grading. Little is at present known of the plans for development, but it appears certain that this rich untouched coal field is to be opened up. Raine and Leckie interests have large holdings besides the Gauley Coal Land Company.
Lightning Rod Coming Back
A resolution to give the lightning rod its due and to make it part of the equipment of a building, especially farm buildings, is one of the state fire marshal’s Fire Prevention Week suggestions. Fire Marshall Topping points out that this has been a “lightning year,” and that West Virginia has suffered abnormally from fires caused by lightning.
1951 – 75 Years Ago
Replac Corp Will Locate New Plant At Neola
The Replac Corporation of West Virginia which specializes in the manufacture of large surface area laminated reinforced fiberglass plastic products will locate a plant in the building at Neola formerly occupied by automobile wooden parts concern. Initial manufacture will include produces such as kiddie rides for amusement parks.
The Episcopal Fair
A balloon ascension featuring a 19-foot balloon filled with helium gas will be the highlight of the Fourth Annual Fair of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in White Sulphur Springs. From 12 noon until 6 p.m., Greenbrier County residents will gather on the grounds adjacent to St. Thomas church to witness the balloon ascension, have an afternoon of fun and do some advance Christmas shopping as well.
Left Fork Team
The safety-first team of the Left Fork Fuel Company, Quinwood, will enter the National First Aid and Mine Rescue meet at Columbus, Ohio. The team took second place in August at the State Mining Institute that was held at Camp Caesar.
1976– 50 Years Ago
Gov. Brown Signs A “First” Into Law
Gov. Edmund G. Brown, Jr., signed into law the first-in-the-nation legislation to give patients the right to “die with dignity” rather than live with the aid of mechanical life-sustaining equipment.
‘Shine’
Tuckwiller, Jr., Given Plaque With Honor
A. Shine Tuckwiller, Jr., former chairman of the Greenbrier County Planning Commission, was honored with a plaque commemorating his meritorious service while serving in that capacity from 1971 to 1976. Shine as dedicated his life to public service, serving as a member of the commission since its inception fourteen years ago.
Children Grow The Biggest
Sunflowers!
Lewisburg Elementary School children have proven they can grow big sunflowers even in a dry summer. One hundred six children in grades one through four saved the seeds for bird feed and brought their largest sunflower head to be measured last Monday. Linda Ford, second grade, was the winner with a 56” circumference sunflower. (see photo)
2001 – 25 Years Ago
T.O.O.T. Named Best In State
The Taste of our Towns Festival (T.O.O.T.) sponsored by Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg has received the Stars of the Industry Award for 2001 as the “Best Special Event in West Virginia.” The award was presented to Susan Bell, director of special events at the arts center, during a luncheon at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Canaan Valley.
Band Named Grand Champion
The Greenbrier East High School Marching Band opened the 2001 competitive season at the Cabell Midland Band Festival. Under the direction of Drum Majors Darren Campell and Jason Kirby, the Spartan band made an impressive showing, taking first place awards within its class in the areas of soloist, drum majors, percussion and band. Continuing their long-standing tradition of excellence, the Spartans went on to claim the Grand Champion Band Award, beating out some of the top high school bands from throughout West Virginia and Ohio.
Cell Tower
Ordinance
Scheduled For Public Hearing In Greenbrier
County
The Greenbrier County Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating telecommunications towers. Planner Dale McCutcheon, who serves on the commission’s ordinance development and review committee, reported during the commission’s regular meeting that a draft ordinance has been prepared.
