===================== From: David <dmcduke@comcast.net> Date: 2008/03/28 Fri PM 06:14:57 CDT To: vafloyd@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [VAFLOYD] Not Genealogy-More Current Event Floyd County ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jack Spangler" <mjs15@verizon.net> To: <vafloyd@rootsweb.com>; <geniebug@kuragari.com> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 8:55 AM Subject: Re: [VAFLOYD] Not Genealogy-More Current Event Floyd County Jack, Would you search for Gillenwater, Hall and Pratt? Thanks a bunch Dave ********************************** Looking for information that confirms that Daniel Spangler’s (1716-1787) wife was Mary Noffsinger (Notsinger, Naufsinger) ========== Gillenwater NONE ============== Hall ======= NEWS FROM AMOS Emmett Goodykoontz, who has been away from home around nine years, has returned and is meeting and greeting former friends and acquaintences. Services at "Shelor's Grove" Sunday evening were ably conducted by Rev. J.K. Harris. He will preach again on 3rd Sunday, September. Misses Malinda Castle and Sallie Hogan of Willis spent Saturday night with the Misses Dillon. There were services at West Fork Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Ruth Howell and Mrs. Will Weaver were received into the church and baptized. Miss Turpence Dillon is spending this week with friends at Abraham. Messrs. Scott and Proffit of Floyd, typoes of the Weekly Herald, attended services at Amos Sunday. Harvey Hylton has had a phone put in his store which will prove a great convenience to all. The neighborhood was in a fever of excitement last week over the closing of the public schools and just how to get to the schools through the mud seemed a puzzle which could not be solved. Kemper school, taught by Miss Florence Harman, closed Saturday and despite the inclemency of the weather the house was tilled with visitors, which seemed to surprise the teacher, as they were not expecting anything of the kind. The scholars acquitted themselves honorably in every respect. Most of them recited recitations amid cheers of applause after which some of the visitors were called upon to address the crowd, who were; Messrs. J.B. Dillon, C.L. Simmons, Green Hall, and last but not least, Mr. Dennis Vaughan, who on being called upon, arose and paid a glowing tribute to his teacher and "dear" school mates. May his intellect expand until he reaches the oratorical ladder of tame, side by side with his father, who is well known for his oratory. The Amos string band, consisting of guitar, mandolin and banjoes, played by Messrs. Bob Goodykoontz, A.C. Vaughan, Dennis and Archie Vaughan was one of the main ! features of enjoyment. PALMETTO (March 13,1902) ============= BEAR BRANCH ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Hatcher and family, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Spangler, Mr. H. Howery and Miss Launa Howery were visiting at D.W. Bower's Sunday. Several of the young people gave Miss Lula Sweeney a call Sunday. Those present were Misses Eula Strickler, Flossie Yearout, Messrs. Charlie, Homer and Frank Sweeney, Harman Hall, Albert and James Gallimore, Letcher Bower and Mr. and Mrs. Posey Bower. TWO GRASS HOPPERS (August 15,1912) =============== BIG RUN ITEMS Miss Clara Hall was the guest of Miss Penoie Hall Thursday. Iddings school is progressing nicely under the management of Miss Ida Vest. Mrs. James Vest is on the sick list at present. Our big snow stayed on about a month. HAPPY HOOLIGANS (February 5,1914) =============== NEWS FROM CARTHAGE The Press is always a welcome visitor in our community. Mr. J.A. Bishop saw a large catamount near Mr. J.R. Alley's a few days since. Lightning struck and killed a hog belonging to W.C. Akers in 15 yards of his door last Wednesday. Mr. Syl Reed has purchased the property of J.P. Rakes, the well known postmaster of Ego. Mr. Reed is preparing to sell goods at Ego. We are sorry to report the sad news of the death of Mrs. William Thompson. She departed this earthly life Wednesday last. The remains were taken to Hall's Graveyard and laid in the cold and silent vault to await the resurrection morning when all the earth shall be gathered together and judged according to the deeds done in the body. The deceased leaves a husband and one little girl four years old to mourn their loss. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, blessed by the name of the Lord. B.H. ALGONQUIN (February 26,1902) ============== CARTHAGE POTPOURRI Straw hat season is here. N.J. Wade speaks of going to Washington soon. Walter S. Alley has gone to West Virginia, where he has secured work. The hegira from this section to the west has become so great there's hardly anybody left. Miss Oilie Mae Reed, a student of the Pleasant Valley Normal, spent Saturday and Sunday at home. Miss Laura Akers, of Montgomery county, was visiting at Mr. Eli Akers' Saturday and Sunday. Mr. John T. Akers, who has been attending Botetourt Normal College is at home. Rev. Washington Akers and daughter, Delia, Harvey Hall and Alfred Alley were Sunday visitors at George W. Reed's. There has been quite a lot of trading in real estate in this section recently: Burdine Reed bought the store property of Richard Reed and has erected a dwelling on it; W.A. Duncan purchased M.D. Reed's farm and half of Burdine Reed's; John Sledd purchased Psalters Akers property near the church, who in turn purchased a tract of land of W.C. Akers and erected a dwelling on it and then sold it to Blanch Dun- can. He has since purchased property of Spencer Reed and will build on it; M.D. Reed has purchased the old Berry Boyd property; Asa Alley has exchanged 15 acres of land adjoining Blanch Duncan for 40 acres on Alum Ridge and Columbus Reed has purchased 25 acres of Burdine Reed, and Wesley Altizer purchased Richard Dulaney's farm, all within a radius of one half mile. BABY BOY (April 13,1903) ============= ITEMS THAT OLD CREED LIKES TO REED As I've been silent for sometime, I will come to life again and let you hear the latest news. Most everybody seems to have colds, since the first frost. It bit most everybody as they were not prepared for it. Pulling corn and digging potatoes seem to be the order of the day. Several attended meeting at Silver Leaf Sunday. The mud hole school is progressing nicely under the management of Miss Ina Bowman as teacher. Mr. Bernard Peters has returned home from W.Va. to spend a few days. Mrs. Moses Hall of Matoaka, W.Va. is home spending a few days with her mother, Mrs. Mollie Kelley. Those calling on Miss Rachel Thomas the fourth Sunday were: Blanche Lawrence, Messrs. Mowyer Thompson, Hubert Hale, Field Graham and Tyier Pralin. Mr. Henry Peters is wearing two socks on the same foot, as he has a girl stopping with now. Well, news is getting scare so I will ring off and come again. A CUTE LITTLE LISSIE (November 8,1923) =============== ITEMS FROM EVERYWHERE Mrs. Maggie Collins lost a fine cow a few days ago. Mr. Will Austin and Miss Lillian Hodge went to Bristol and were married a few days ago. Those calling on Mrs. Maggie Collins a few days ago were Misses Roxie, Vilvie and Effie Vest, Messrs. John and Charlie King, Eldridge and Arlie Hall, Giles and Alton Vest. All seemed to have a fine time. Mr. and Mrs. Glynn Whitenack were visiting the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Whitlock, Saturday night and Sunday. THREE EASTER EGGS (April 19,1928) ============= FAIRVIEW ITEMS Mrs. E.A. Hall has gone to Mother's Home for treatment. We hope her a speedy recovery. Misses Melissa Hall and Magdaline Weddle attended meeting at Topeco last Sunday. It seems Dupuy Vaughan likes to call at Hall's Store very often, especially on Sunday afternoon. PET (October 7,1909) =========== FRED ITEMS The health of this community is good at this time. Farmers are about through sowing oats and grass seed and are now preparing for their corn crop. We are having some tine weather and the prospect is that we are going to have an early spring. Easter Sunday was a fine day. Rev. R.A. Scott preached an able sermon at Stonewall Sunday on the resurrection which was appreciated by all present. Mr. Scott has been returned to this place for another year. We wish him much success in his work here. He is an able preacher and it seems a pity for such sermons to be delivered to empty seats. We cordially invite all to come out and hear him and honestly believe that they will be well paid for their trouble. Mesdames Hall and McNeil, of Terry's Pork, were in the neighborhood Friday. The new roller mill of W.H. Harman seems to be giving satisfaction by furnishing the neghborhood with a superior grade of flour. As news is scarce I will close by wishing the Press and its many readers much success. OLD TIME METHODIST April 13,1903 =========== Religious services of the Dunkard Brethren at the grove here was largely attended. Interesting sermons were delivered by Elds. Jacob and Solomon Hylton to an attentive audience. The mercantile firm of Hall & Son received a supply of goods at the depot Friday. There are prospects of a large acorn and chestnut mast in this section. The February thaw has come and we now have a March snow to add to our large supply of mud. Mr. Charlie Agee of Pax, who represent Stark Bro's Nursery Co., Louisiana, Mo., was in this vicinity a few days ago. When wireless telegraphy and the air ship is completed, when we build a railroad to the planet Mars, when we get rural free delivery in Floyd county, and last but not least when all of the old bachelors get married, we can look forward with bright hope for the dawning of the much doubted and much-expected Millennium. (March 13,1902) ============== LICK LOG SCRAPS The school at this place if progressing nicely under the management of Miss Timandra Howell. The debating society at this place has stopped for a while. Mr. Albert Simmons and family visited Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Hall Sunday. Mr. General Walker made a business trip to Roanoke last week. Young men, hereafter when you go from home so the blind sheep cannot track you home for it is a hard winter and feed is scarce. KEPERNA (February 13,1902) ============ MOUNTAIN VIEW BRIEFS Miss Timandra Howell accompanied by Miss Fannie Hall spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents in Floyd. Mr. Noah Mannon has completed his new house. Misses Grace and Pattie Dobyns visited Miss Mattie Graham Saturday and Sunday. Mr. N.T. Dixon of Riner passed this vicinity today on his way to Floyd court. Hogs must be in great demand in this neighborhood as Mr. C.P. Graham traded a cow for a hog the other day. February 10,1902 ============ PABHAN ITEMS The school at Graded Road is doing well under the care of Miss Fannie Hall. Mr. Jackson Reed visited his son Elias M.Reed Sunday. Mr. Noah Reed preached at Beaver Creek Sunday. Hurrah for the RR! Let her come along the top of Wills Ridge. A FAT PIG (February 6,1902) =========== POFF ITEMS Mrs. C.G. Moses and daughters Miss Lena and Livia of Roanoke, are visiting ther son and brother, Roy R. Moses this week. Those visiting the family of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Martin on Tuesday were Mrs. Abe Spangler, Mrs. D.P. Reed and baby, Mrs. P.H. Spangler and children, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Sowers, Pete Hall and Mrs. C.G. Moses. (June 30,1932) =========== POPLAR AND MAPLE GROVE ITEMS The play "A Poor Married Man," which was given at Pizarro High School Friday, seemed to be enjoyed by everyone. The music was good also. Those attending the party at Luther Peter's Saturday night were the following: Misses Beatrice, Elsie and Evelyn Houohins, Anna and Iva Radford, Sue Wood, Eva, Ooie and Binie Peters, Clara Turner, Dissie and Sue Bower, Verta, Irva Underwood, Irba Peters and Messrs. Max Thomas, Greenville Ward, Moir, Ewell and Lewell Huff, Claude Sweeney, Palmer Cole, Willie and Slant Aldridge, Willie Radford, Silas Smith, Hampton Peters, Marlow Hatcher, Archie Agee, Clinton Bower, Roy and John Hall, Albert and Cobra Houchins, Clyde and Clarence Thomas, Lonzie Nichols, and Boise and Uriah Ingram. PIGGLYWIGGLY (April 19,1928) =========== SIMPSON DOTS Well, the glorious 4th of July has passed and we think Mr, E.J. Lucas, superintendent of the union Sunday school #2 has the honor of having the largest and best picnic we have ever had at this place. Mr. J.W. Hall and D.E. Lucas made good talks to the students. We are in need of a blacksmith shop at this place and would be glad if someone put up one here. Mr. J.H. Sisson, our former blacksmith, has gone into the goods business, which leaves us without one. GUESS WHO July 6,1902 ============= SIMPSON ITEMS Threshing seems to be the order of the day. Prayer meeting at St. Paul is largely attended every Saturday night. Uray Conner had a tacky party last Friday night. Those present were Hester Muncie, Sabra Conner, Alice McNeil, Altie and Mazie Lucas, Oliver Anderson, Hadie Light, Roy Muncie, Charlie McNeil, Onley and Willard Willis, Clarence Stump, Coy Conner, Norris Hall and Waskie Lucas. Uray Conner and Harlie Light got the prizes. Hester Muncie, Uray Conner, Sabra Conner, Roscoe, Will and Estrell Conner took dinner with Bonnie Vest Sunday. Sherman and Willfred Willis have regular runs to Locust Grove. TWO CHUMS (September 13,1923) ============ SPARK PLUG ITEMS Miss Myrtle Nolen entertained many of her friends at a bean stringing last week. Misses Eva and Ooie Peters entertianed many of their friends at a party last Monday night. The ones being present were: Misses Sadie and Effle Grear, Lina and Ora Turner, Thelma and Clara Turner, Myrtle and Elmer Agee, Beatrice and Minnie Houchins, Macy and Gay Radford, Alma Fralin, Dorothy Ingram, Dissie and Sue Bower, Erma and Odessa Trail, Eula Hall, Elva Black, Emma and Edna Agee, Clella and Ethel Yeatts, Mae Anderson, Messrs. Maynard Peters, Dewie Cannaday, Uriah Ingram, Tiamon Hatcher, Boise Ingram, Mawyer Wright, Roy Nolen, Raymond Radford, Archie Agee, Brown Janney, David Shortt, Richard Radford, Elliott Alien, Albert Smith, John Hall, Clifford Bower, Mawyer Huff, Roy Hall, Morris Agee, Berkley Akers, Claude, Clyde and Clarence Thomas, Elbert Sweeney, Harlow Hatcher, Edd and Alfred Yeatts and Wilton Sweeney. TWO KIDS (August 27,1925) ============ TURTLE ROCK TICKINGS Amos Hall and Win. Hatcher visited Stanton and Cameron Turner a few days ago. Dr. Charlie Thomas of Patrick Co. visited his sister, Mrs. Flora Turner last Saturday and Sunday. Charlie is a nice young man and liked by all. Listen—wedding bells are ringing. BUGLE HORN (August 14,1902) =========== WINDY HILL ITEMS Miss Ila Hylton was entertaining some of her friends Sunday evening. They were Misses Bessie Alley, Mollie Robertson, Edna Bowman and Bernice Bond and Mr. Jim Semones. Mr. Lester Hylton was entertaining some of his friends, Ira Hylton, Julian Hylton, Maynard Hylton and Hall Robertson. TWO MAY FLOWERS (May 19,1921) =========== ============ Pratt ========== BLACKRIDGE ITEMS Misses Delilah Hylton and Lillian Pratt spent Sunday with Misses Lavania and Effie Keith, near Burks Fork. The Toncray mines is progressing nicely. Misses Hattie Ursia, and India Pratt and Henry and Harry Pratt attended preaching at West Fork Sunday. Rev. Thomas Stevens of Tonoray Mines, preached at Fairvlew church last Sunday. GRASS HOPPER (August 29,1907) ============= BLACK RIDGE ITEMS J.T. Knowles, wife and two little girls, are visiting friends in Floyd at present. We are very sorry to know Martin Conner, had the misfortune to get severly cow kicked while at the home of S.E. Hylton's. Mrs. Sabra Slaughter has her new house about completed. Misses Mary, Lonia and Lillie Alderman visited Misses Emma and Lillian Weddle Sunday. The Black Ridge Scrubs defeated the Toncray Red Caps by a score of 36 to 24. The batteries for the Red Caps were E.L. Turman and Harter. Those for the Scrubs were J.E. Alderman, R.L. Slusher and R.O. Slusher. Mrs. Katie Pratt deserves a premium; she planted one pumpkin seed and raised four pumpkins, the largest weighing 100 pounds, one 75, one 70, and one 51 pounds. Can anyone beat that? "MAMA'S PETS" (October 13,1910) ============ GRASSY PLAIN ITEMS Mr. Harmon Webb, wife and child, Mr. George Pratt and wife Messrs. Garland and Arthur Pratt, Mr. Joe Pratt, Miss Julettia Pratt, Miss Malinia Slusher, Messrs. Mullins and Walter Pratt, Oscar, Junia and Katherine Pratt were visiting at Mr. Romanus Pratt's Sunday. TWO CANDY KIDS (April 17,1919) ============= FROM GREYHOUND JUNCTION Several young folks from this place gave Taz Alderman a surprise on his 21st birthday, March 18. Those present were Misses Velma and Stella Pratt, Lula Hatcher, Nora Hylton, Ida Earles, Anne Harmon, Gladys and Beulah Mayberry, Dairy and Lena Sowers, Eliza, Elle and Flora Maye Keith, Zeiva Harris, Messrs. Zera Hatcher, Eli Hylton, Walter, Dewy, Frank and George Alderman, Roy, Oden, Emory and Oakley Mayberry, Claude Weeks, Wirt Harris, Greene Keith, Bill and Jim Poff, Charlie and Otho Harmon. SUGAR CANDY AND CHEWING GUM (March 27,1919) ============== NORTH EAST WIND Mr. Dave Pratt spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J.H.M. Terry. Mr. Lee Cox and wife are housekeeping. Wish them along and happy life. Maye Martin has changed her school from Pine Swamp to Willis High School. BROTHER (February 5,1920) ============== NEWS FROM STALKERS KNOB Miss Henrietta Hylton spent the night with Miss Nettie Pratt. Listen, Mr. Otho Hylton, who found his lost property the other day, is now enjoying the use of it, as it was a corn cob pipe. TWO JOHNNY JUMP UPS (April 24,1918) ============ WILLIS ROUTE 3 ITEMS We are having lovely weather now and planting corn seems to be the occupation of most of the farmers now. A large crowd attended the funeral and burial of Mr. W.H. Harris at Burks Fork church on Friday last. Mrs. Jathina Pratt and daughter. Miss Velma, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Cockram, Mr. and Mrs. Oilie Cockram and Miss Josie Cockram of Ronaoke were entertained at the home of Eld. S.E. Hylton Saturnight. Misses Edra, Weeta and Lissa Hylton attended the ball game Saturday afternoon. BLUE EYED SALLY (April 30,1925) ========== Jack Spangler Ellicott City, MD Author: (1) Descendants of Daniel and Mary Spangler Franklin Co., Virginia 1773. (2) The Yopps and Related Families With Connections To The Royal Families Of Europe Co-author: The Rising Sun Sets – The Complete Story of the Bombing of Nagasaki For more info see: http://mysite.verizon.net/mjs15/risingsun.htm