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This postcard shows a stationary train engine, four adults, and three children. The engine appears to be carrying wood. The postcard was postmarked from Indian Rock on March 16, 1910 by Grayden Hendricks, who ran a Dinkey Engine transporting logs from the North Creek area to the Sawmill in Arcadia. From approximately 1905 to 1920, it was popular to develop your pictures into postcards, so it is possible this is a unique postcard. There was a limestone quarry in Indian Rock that used a train that ran between the quarries and plant, but the postcard does not indicate if this train is related.

Jackson Community News August 12, 1880

A newspaper article of Jackson Community news, which reads, "Jackson Items. IMPROVEMENT. - Mr. James Vines is preparing to build a commodious store house on his lot. Mr. David Bierly has built a bar room, and is now conveniently prepared to dispense strong drink to the thirsty. FAIR. - The fair held for the benefit of the Baptist minister, came off on the night of the 23rd of July. - There was a large crowd, who spent their money very liberally, and as the enterprise was conducted under the efficient management of Mrs. Emma Hayth and Mrs. S. F. Thrasher, it is fair to presume that the minister was correspondingly benefitted. Mr. C. B. Finch to-day shipped to Mr. C. W. Tyree, of Hawk's Nest, W. Va., a new wagon complete. Mr. Finch is an excellent mechanic, and one of our best citizens, and well deserves the success that has attended him since living in the county. Miss M. W. Thrasher has returned from Lowmoor, after an absence of a month, well pleased with her visit. Obenshain & Co. have secured the services of Mr. Tom Wilson, as clerk and saleman [sic] in their store. His genial and polite manner is calculated to sustain custom. Rev. C. A. Marks is engaged in a successful revival at Rose Hill, having had 6 or 8 conversations and many penitents. Aug. 7, 1990. MELROSE."

Jackson Community News December 14, 1876

A newspaper article of Jackson (now Springwood) community news, which reads, "Jackson Items. ALMOST A FIRE.- Mr. Wm. Penn's house came near being consumed by fire on Saturday night, the leaves on the roof catching from a spark from the chimney. Fortunately it was discovered in time to extinguish it without any damage to the house further than a hole in the roof. A NARROW ESACAPE. - Ollie, little daughter of Mr. C. B. Finch, was playing near a fire out of doors when her clothes caught from it, and before her cries brought assistance she was almost enveloped in flames. Happily her father was within hearing, and by the most strenuous exertions upon his part, he succeeded in extinguishing the flames before she was so badly burned as to endanger her life, though he burnt his hands badly in the effort. EDUCATIONAL. - The Teachers' Institute met with us last week, and not-withstanding the extreme cold, I think it was a very pleasant and profitable meeting, especially to those members who are not married. We hope it will meet with us again. Dec. 4th, 1876. J."

Jennings Creek Community News January 23, 1930

A newspaper article of community news titled, "Jennings Creek," which reads, "The revival meeting of the Baptists, on Jennings Creek, came to a close Friday night, January 1th on account of the illness of the pastor, Rv. Metz. His sermons were enjoyed by all who heard him, and we are sorry that some of the good people could not hear him also. Rev. Metz is a wonderful preacher - he can take a text, close his Bible, and explain it from Genesis to Revelation. We are sorry this meeting had to close, as the Bible was fully explained as people had never heard it before. We hope Brother Metz will come again soon, and wish him many happy hours and great blessings in his work. Most excellent music was rendered by Mr. Weads and his two daughters. Mrs. J. A. Scruggs and little daughter, Jackie, are visiting the home of Mrs. Scruggs' mother, Mrs. A. M. Wilkerson, at Munford. The little girl was quite ill in the Lexington Memorial Hospital last fall, following an auto accident on Dillon's Hill at Indian Rock. The weather here is somewhat blue at present. A. R. Watts, a very highly esteemed colored family, had the misfortune to lose their nice home and all of its contents by fire, on December 31st. Trail of the Lonesome Pine."

Jennings Creek Elementary School

Jennings Creek Elementary School opened in 1927.

Jennings Creek Tavern

Jennings Creek Tavern The tavern was the childhood home of Maggie Vera Bryan (1899-1974). Her parents were Lewis Marshall Bryan (1854-1922) and Mary E. Bryan (1858-1926). The grave of L. M. Bryan & Mary E Bryan are in the Watson Cemetery. Image 1 is a black and white photo of Jennings Creek Tavern, undated. Image 2 is a newspaper clipping from The Fincastle Herald. Image 3 is a color photo of Jennings Creek Tavern, undated. Image 4 "In a tiny log cabin twelve miles northeast of Buchanan high in the Jefferson National Forest live these two elderly ladies of the past whose combined age is 164 years. Holding an ancient turkey wing used in pioneer days to fan the blaze in starting firest is Mrs. Virginia A. Musgrove, 78. At her side is her sister, Miss Betty Powell, 86, holding an ancient flatiron, said to be over 100 years old. The father of the sisters was a Civil War veteran and, memories remarkably bright, they recall many war experiences of the homefolks of the Jennings Creek section where they live. The cabin in the background, also more than 100 years old, stands a quarter of a mile from the nearest house. Mrs. Musgrove visited Bedford about 30 years ago, that town being the ... either of the women has ever seen. (Times Staff Photo--Hood)"

Journal of the Roanoke Historical Society Winter 1970; Botetourt County 1770-1970, Vol. 6, No 2

Journal of the Roanoke Historical Society Book 1970; Botetourt County 1770-1970, Vol 6, No 2. Front Cover Inside Cover details members of the historical society and contents of the Journal. Page 1 - "Here's to Botetourt" Pages 2-7 "How the Mother County Began by R. D. Stoner Pages 8 - 12 "Fincastle -- 'More than a County Seat'" by Frances McN. Lewis Pages 13 -16 "Early Craftsmen" by Roddy Moore Pages 17 - 23 "Mary Johnson, Writer of the Past" Pages 24 - 27 "Cherry Tree Bottom" by Harry Fulwiler, Jr. Pages 28 - 30 "Fire Destroys Landmarks" Pages 31 - 35 "The Turnpike Through Botetourt" by Edmund P. Goodwin Pages 35 - 36 "Western Inhabitants - an 'Incumbrance'?" Pages 37 - 39 "The Bells of Fincastle" by Clare White Pages 39 - 41 "14 Iron Furnaces of Botetourt" Page 42 - 44 "An 18th Century Spinet" by Anne McClenny Page 44 - 47 "The Village of Daleville" by Raymond Barnes Page 47 - 48 "'Echo from the Hills' Will Tell Bicentennial Story" Page 48 - 49 "Historic Fincastle Inc." Pages 50-51 "Botetourt Bicentennial" by Jacqueline Hundley Rader Page 51 "Botetourt" by Jacqueline Hundley Rader Page 52 - 59 "A County Album" Page 59 "Retrospect and Prophecy - 1885" by Fanny Johnson, 1885

Kelley, Henry Watson, 1873-1927

An image of a Virginia Certificate of Death for Henry Watson Kelley, who died on March 11, 1927, at the age of 53 years, 9 months, and 7 days. He worked as a self-employed carpenter, was the son of Henry and Amanda Kelley, and the husband of H. W. Kelley. He died in Low Moor of Allegheny County and was buried in the Bethel Cemetery in Eagle Rock.

Kesler, Infant of J, 1825-1825

An image of a gravestone for an infant born to one J. Kesler and located in the Old Glade Creek Cemetery. The infant's birth and death dates are both listed as March 9, 1825.

Kessler, Elizabeth, n.d.-1822

An image of the grave marker for Elizabeth Kessler, wife of John Kessler, who died on September 30, 1822 at the age of 61 years, 4 months, and 14 days. She was buried in the Brick Union Cemetery.

Kessler, Rachael, 1802-1803

Rachel Kessler, daughter of B. and M (Benjamin and Margaret?), died March 7, 1803, aged 11 months 26 days

Lauderdale Elementary School

Lauderdale Elementary School opened in 1908.

Laymantown Community News July 22, 1920

A newspaper article of Laymantown community news, which reads, "LAYMANTOWN Laymantown, July 21. - Mrs. W. H. Murriel is very ill at her home. Miss Claudine Murray is very ill at her home at Coyners Springs. Kent Davis is improving nicely. Edythe Baldwin is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. G. S. Davis, this week. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Fisher of Norfolk were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Murray Sunday. P. F. Foutz of Vinton visited friends here Sunday. The Laymantown Union Sunday School will hold its annual picnic at Coyners Springs July 24."

Laymantown Community News May 4, 1921

A newspaper article of local community news, which reads, "Personal Mention. Mrs. H. R. Garden, of the County, near Salem, left Tuesday night for Newport News, to attend the State Federation of Women's Clubs, now in convention there. Rev. G. H. Broyles preached at New Haven Church Sunday. Mrs. W. C. Tinsley, of Laymantown, entertained Miss Blanche Goode, Roanoke; Miss Mary Foutz, Claudine Murray, of Coyners; and William Brubaker, of Buchanan, Sunday. Mrs. A. P. Foutz, of Vinton, spent last week-end with Friends at Laymantown."

Laymantown Community Social Club Meeting 1920

A newspaper article detailing a Social Club meeting, which reads, "Community Social Club. The Community Social Club of Laymantown, recently organized, will meet Thursday, June 24, with Mrs. Earl Murray. Mrs. Murray is president of the club; Mrs. W. C. Smiley is vice-president, and Mrs. H. E. Weeks is secretary and hostess."

Laymantown Elementary School

Laymantown Elementary School opened in 1908.

Library Corner

Article titled "Library Corner" detailing the genealogy collection at Fincastle Branch Library and the visitors attracted because of it.

Lick Run Elementary School

Lick Run Elementary School opened in 1890.

Lick Run Elementary School

Lick Run Elementary School opened in 1913.

Lignite Mines

A Roanoke Times article titled "Once hidden by kudzu, ruins of Lignite tell of times past" describes efforts of U.S. Forest Service archaeologists and James Madison University students to uncover and map remains of a town called Lignite. The ruins were exposed after a controlled burn of the kudzu that had grown on top. Lignite was a mining town founded by Alleghany Ore & Iron Company in 1899. The third image is from a Fincastle Herald article on the Lignite Mines, which explains that the mining company relocated to Pennsylvania in 1920, but the town of Lignite continued until 1950, when the property was added to the Jefferson National Forest.

Lime Kiln Eagle Rock

Photographs of the abandoned lime kiln in Eagle Rock. It was last used in 1954.

Lithia Community News August 6, 1953

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA Miss Ollie Taylor and Clarence Vest formerly of Lithia but who now works in Washington, D.C., spent last week-end at their home, here. Houston Taylor of Washington, D. C., who has been visiting his brother George Taylor, here, is returning home. Mr. Jasper Wilhelm and family of Detroit, Mich., recently visited Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Winger of this place. Bobby Falls, Clarence Secrist and Dan Rite were visitors in Roanoke Sunday. Mrs. Sandy Booze, Mrs. George Baker, Mrs. Markham, Mrs. Irving Dunbar and Mrs. J. D. Fitzgerald attended the Institute of Rural Affairs at VPI, Blacksburg, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Conner and family attended the Connor reunion Cloverdale, Sunday. Jack Good pastor, Ralph Rice and Clarence Secrist attended MYF group meeting at Ferrum College last week." Note: VPI stands for Virginia Polytechnic Institute, now commonly known as Virginia Tech.

Lithia Community News December 3, 1931

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA LETTER Miss Betty Goodwin returned home recently from a visit to Misses Alma and Vivian Hawkins, at Covington. She was accompanied home by Clovis Hawkins and Misses Dorothy Carper and Alma Hawkins. Billy Deaton, of Clifton Forge, is spending time with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Fitzgerald. Misses Damaris and Mary DeLong drove to Washington, D. C. and visited their sister, Mrs. L. C. Graybill during Thanksgiving, returning home Sunday. On their trip to Washington they were guests Wednesday night of their niece, Miss Carlotta DeLong, at Randolph-Macon Womans College, Lynchburg. Miss Dorothy White is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. W. S. Hunter, at her home in Roanoke. Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Camper, of Elkton, drove to Lithia and were guests several days last week of their relatives, Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Switzer. Mrs. W. M. White and young son, of Henry, Va., drove to Lithia last week and the former went by train to Norfolk, where she was guest during Thanksgiving of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Secrist. Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Nichols and Ray Nichols drove to Roanoke Monday and visited Mr. and Mrs. T. W. DeLong."

Lithia Community News December 12, 1957

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA Mrs Ralph Falls and sons are visiting her daughter and family at Vesuvius. Mr and Mrs Ralph Hill visited Mrs C L Hill last week. Myron Falls who is employed in Holyoke Mass, is spending a week with his parents Mr and Mrs Ralph Falls. Miss Carmen Fringer and Mrs Frank Switzer were recent shoppers in Roanoke. Congratulations are extended to Rev and Mrs Howard Edwards on the birth of Mary Elizabeth Edwards. Christmas is just around the corner and everyone is scrambling to get the things that custom and the "Joneses" Are we missing the blessings of Christmas while trying to keep the pace"

Lithia Community News December 2, 1957

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rice and children, Linda and Dicky, are spending sometime with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Lowel Caves of Luray. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Carr of Roanoke, were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Poulis. Mr. Lester French of Richmond, spent several days in the neighborhood bear hunting last week. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Staley of Roanoke, visited Miss Hester Fringer, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Hodges and Mr. and Mrs. Cary Campbell are the proud parents of baby sons. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Secrist have as guests Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Caves and children Carol, Ronnie and Roger of Norfolk. The United Thanksgiving service at the Baptist Church was very inspiring. The Rev Howard Edwards brought the seasonal message."

Lithia Community News January 22, 1931

A newspaper article detailing Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA LETTER Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Vines, of Marion, Va., were guests over the week-end of the former's mother, Mrs. Susan Vines, who is confined to her room with heart trouble. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Henry and two children, of Galax, Va. were guests last week of their brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Nicholls. Mrs. Henry Brugh, who was a patient in Lewis-Gale hospital for two weeks suffering from an infected lip, returned home Saturday accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Graly. Mrs. Mimie Slaydon, of Roanoke, has been spending some time with her mother, Mrs. H. P. Fringer, who is confined to her home with a dislocated hip. Mrs. G. A. Graly, of Roanoke, is spending the week with her mother, Mrs. Susan Vines, who is quite indisposed. Messrs. H. L. and Ralph Falls and Frank Hodges, employed with the N. & W. extra force, are located near Shenandoah. Mrs. Edna Weeks, of Roanoke, is spending some time with her aunt, Mrs. Susan Vines. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. DeLong were guests of relatives in Roanoke last week."

Lithia Community News July 15, 1953

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA Youth Activities Week is being observed this week by the Methodist Youth Fellowship of Lithia Methdist [sic] Church. The guest speakers for the following three evenings will be Rev. S. A. Stanley, Monday; Rev. Raymond Musser, Friday, Both of Roaooke. [sic] The pastor Rev. Jack Good, will speak Wednesday evening. Prayer meeting will be conducted at the Church Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Bessie Stutts of Norfolk, has arrived to spend a month with her sister Mrs. W. F. Dunbar, and Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Dunbar. Miss Mary DeLong of Lithia and Roanoke, returned recently from Miami Beach, Fla., where she attended the National Education Association Convention. Mrs. DeLong was re-elect N. E. A. State Director for Virginia."

Lithia Community News May 11, 1939

A newspaper article of Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA LETTER The Local Demonstration Club held the May meeting Friday afternoon with Mrs. H. Carter, with 14 present. Miss Elizabeth Dillard, county director, was present. Instead of the scheduled furniture demonstration, Mr. Anderson, of Fincastle, was present and gave a talk on sanitation. Mrs. Sandy Booze, chairman, presided. At the conclusion of the meeting, the hostess served delicious refreshments. An interesting meeting of the Ladies' Aid Society of the local Methodist church was held in the church Saturday afternoon. The Young People's Division of Lithia Methodist church will present a beautiful Mother's Day program in the church auditorium, Sunday night at 7:30. Mrs. J. M. White is quite sick with the flu, at her home here. Her mother, Mrs. Hunter of Roanoke, is with her. Oscar Hodges had the misfortune to cut his foot badly, while cutting wood in the woods. Mrs. C. A. Secrist is suffering from a recent fall in her home. Mr. and Mrs. George Falls are the proud parents of a fine baby boy. Mrs. Frank Hodges entertained Sunday at a birthday dinner in honor of her sister, Mrs. Walter Giles, of Pico. Other guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Noell and children, of Buchanan."

Lithia Community News May 25, 1939

A newspaper article, detailing Lithia community news, which reads, "LITHIA LETTER Misses Geraldine Falls and Thelma Goode were guests over the week-end of Miss May Thrasher in Springwood. Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Fitzgerald, Mrs. H. L. Falls and Miss Edith Fitzgerald, drove to Clifton Forge Sunday, where they visited the former's son-in-law, Bernard Deaton, who is very ill in the C. & O. hospital. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. DeLong and Miss Helen DeLong of Buchanan, were guests last Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. G. S. DeLong. Miss Carmen Fringer of Roanoke, spent the past week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Fringer. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Goggin, of Roanoke, are spending some time with her mother, Mrs. C. F. Fringer and family. Mr. and Mrs. Adrian Graly of Roanoke, spent Friday with Mr. and Mrs. G. S. DeLong. They were accompanied by Mrs. Henry Brugh, who visited relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Fringer of Roanoke, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fringer. Funeral of Mr. James Graly Funeral services for Mr. James Graly, who died Tuesday night, May 16, after a brief illness, were held in Lithia Baptist church, on Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Wm. King, Methodist pastor. Burial in the adjoining cemetery. Quite a large number of relatives and friends from Roanoke and other places attended the funeral. Surviving besides the widow is one sister and one brother: Mrs. Anna Switzer the Mr. Dave Graly of Roanoke.

Looney's Ferry WPA Report

A Works Progress Administration of Virginia Historical Inventory Report on Looney's Ferry, established in 1742 as the first crossing of the James River. More information can be found at the website below.

M. F. Landes, Photographic Artist

An advertisement, which reads, "M. F. LANDES, PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTIST, No. 19 1/2 Salem Avenue, Roanoke Va. is prepared to do the finest work of photography. The citizens of Botetourt are cordially invited to call at his Studio. All work guaranteed."

Mad Gasser

Two newspaper articles detailing a series of events from 1933-1934 in which residents were purportedly attacked in their homes with an unknown gas. The second article also talks about the book written on the topic by Bob Willis titled, "Little Green Men, Meowing Nuns and Head-Hunting Panics" along with a photograph of the author with his book.

Man Loses Life Saving Girl After Two Children Drown

An article from the Richmond Times that reads, "Buchanan, May 26 - (AP) - Two teenage children were drowned and a 25-year-old filling station operator lost his life in dragging a third child from the waters of Cave Springs Lake at nearby Springbook late this afternoon in a boating accident. The dead are: Berlin Fisher, 25, of Springwood, attendant at a filling station in Roanoke. Jeannette Anderson, 15-year-old daughter of Mr. and MRs. W. H. Anderson, of Springwood, all of whom were prisoners of war of the Japanese. Carol Seay, 14-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Seay, of Springwood. The three went down in the remote lake at 6 P. M. and at 11 o'clock tonight life saving crews were still grapping for the body of little Carol Seay whose 11-year-old sister, Iona, escaped, along with two other children. Fisher, who was fishing on the bank when the boat overturned, swam out to the struggling children and started pulling Iona Seay towards the shore when he suddenly gave out and went down, the child said tonight. Iona, whose sister perished in the accident, said that the other four children in the boating party were swimming around playing 'tap tag' and the boat overturned when they all grabbed one side. She said FIsher swam out and got her as she struggled to keep her head above the water. He started pulling her towards the shore, but 'all of a sudden he let go and sank.'"

Maple Grove Community News August 19, 1920

A newspaper clipping of community news, which reads, "At Maple Grove. Miss Rena Calhoun, formerly of Laymantown, is spending her vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Calhoun, at the country home, 'Maple Grove,' at Laymantown."

Mark Evans Deed of Land to Peter Evans

This record contains five handwritten document pages of a deed of land belonging to Mark Evans. Upon his death, his oldest son and heir, Daniel Evans, sold the deed of four hundred acres to one Peter Evans.

Mayor Waid Places First House Number in Town

Article titled "Mayor Waid Places First House number In Town," which reads, "Above watching Mayor Waid placing the first house number on his house last week - 25, East Main Ave, l to r, Roscoe Woltz, town recorder; A. R. Bolton, councilman; _r Biscotte, Ruritan; Clem Dodd; M. L. Cronise, councilman; F. T. Waid, Mayor; W. C. Reynolds, J. M. Peck, Jr., Ruritans; C. C. Austin, councilman. At right is street marker at Main and Roanoke streets. All streets in town are now identified by signs installed by the Ruritan Club. All houses were numbered as a community service by the Appalachian Power Co. at no cost to residents. A testing shop is to be set up at 201, South Roanoke St. where Bill Reynolds, J. R. Long and B. L. Henderson will clean and test meters and return them, relocating and replacing them for easier reading."

McCarroll, Sarah, n.d.-1820

An image of an obituary for Sarah McCarroll, who died on July 8, 1820 at the age of 23. Her obituary was published in The Herald of the Valley.

McCrery, Frances, n.d.-1814

Frances McCrery, consort of James, October 1, 1814, aged 46 years

Michael Cloyd's Old Barn WPA Report

A Work's Progress Administration of Virginia Historical Inventory report of Michael Cloyd's Old Barn. Prior owners are listed as: James Robinson; Samuel Robinson; Thomas Madison; Michael Cloyd, Sr.; Michael Cloyd, Jr.; Henry Platt; Jacob Gish; Abraham Gish; Jacob G. Sperry; F. T. Anderson; Michael Graybill; J. W. Graybill; J. Theodore Layman.

Mill Creek Community News January 20, 1966

A newspaper article of Mill Creek community News. Those mentioned include Rev and Mrs. R. P. Thompson; Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Simpson; Burger Kelly family; Rex Kelly family; Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Simpson; Mrs. R. D. Kelly; Miss Nancy Kelly; Dickey Kelly; Jimmy Kelly; Mr and Mrs. R. G Gillenwater; Miss Julia Helen Rader; Mrs. S. A. Simpson; Verna Herron; James Chester Sifford family; Mrs. B. B. Deel and daughters; Robin Thompson; Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Simpson; Tilghman S. Stevens; Dr. and Mrs. George D. Stevens; Mr. and Mrs. Ryland Childress; Miss Mary Sybil Stevens; Jimmy Kelly; Mrs. Stevens; Miss Myra Stevens; Dr. and Mrs. George Dewey Stevens; T. S. Stevens; T. E. Caldwell family; Mrs. D. E. Thomas; W. O. Thomas family; K. S. Owen family; Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Flippo; R. P. Thompson family; Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Collins; Robert Barnes family; Mrs. Blair Simpson; Wayne Wright family; Calvin Campbell family; T. E. Caldwell family; Mrs. Frank Stevens; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wickline; Miss Geraldine Obenshain; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Webb; Miss Julia Helen Rader; Lewis Brugh; Dan Brugh; Fran Brugh; Harlan Sifford; Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Obenshain; James Chester Sifford family; Mrs. R. G. Gillenwater; Miss Julia Helen Rader; Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Spencer; Stephen Spnecer; Mrs. D. L. Simpson; Frank Dickerson Family; Mrs. D. L. Simpson; Dennis Hiner; Carl Firebaugh.

Mill Creek Community News July 30, 1953

A newspaper article of Mill Creek community news, which reads, "Mill Creek Mr and Mrs Fred Wood and son of California; Mr and Mrs LeVan Obenshain and son of New York; Mr and Mrs R. L. Obenshain of Dahlgren have been guests of their parents Mr and Mrs Marcus Obenshain. B. P. Obenshain Mrs Mildred Smith and Miss Elizabeth Obenshain have spent a few days in Georgia. Theo [sic] were accompanied home by Miss Annie Obenshain. Mr and Mrs A. P. Simpson and Sara returned Saturday from Athens, Ga. They were accompanied home by Harlan Sifford who will spend his vacation at his home. Mrs Lena Yates of Roanoke has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. Marcus Obenshain. Mrs. D. H. Bunn, Mrs. L. D. Obenshain and Mrs. A. P. Simpson entertained at a "house warming" for Mr. and Mrs. Russell [...] their new home July 21. Mr. F. Stevens spent Sunday with his daughter Mrs T. E. Caldwell. The Taylor federation of business women held their picnic at Mill Creek Friday evening, Rev. Matthews spoke on his trip to the Holy land. Mr and Mrs R. P. Shepard of Roanoke were Sunday guests of the Marcus Obenshains. Bernice Reid spent her vacation in Washington. Mrs. J. A. Crockett of Bristol is the guest of Mrs. Mary Brand,"

Mill Creek Community News July 9, 1953

A newspaper article of Mill Creek community news, which reads, "Mill Creek Personals Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dickerson and children, Mrs. Don Snyder of California; Mr. and Mrs. Rex Simpson, Norfolk; Mr. and Mrs. Talbert Markham and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Kelly of Baltimore Md., have been visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Simpson. Mrs. L. D. Lockhart, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lockhart and son of Welch, W. Va., have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Simmons of Roanoke, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Simpson and daughter, Mrs. Wrenn of Newport News, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Simpson. Mrs. Lee Obenshain, Mrs. L. {...} Obenshain and children, Mrs. Russell Deel and children spent last Wednesday with Mrs. E. P. Obenshain, Jr. in Lynchburg. Mrs. Howard Harnesberger of Hilton Village, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Stevens. Mrs. Edith Huffman and daughters, Misses Ethel, and Oakie Pennington of Marion, have been visiting Rev. and Mrs. L. C. Ross. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Rader and daughte ro fManakin, visited his father Mr. F. E. Rader. Mrs. C. L. Sifford; Mrs. T. S. Stevens and Mr. R. D. Kelly visited Mrs. A. W. Obenshain in Roanoke recently. Mr. R. G. Gillenwater of Bristol, Tenn., spent his vacation at his home here. Mrs. Evie McDonald, Mrs. Mercie Johns and Miss Maggie Dickey of Roanoke, were recent guests of Mrs. R. D. Kelly. Mr. R. P. Brugh of Brookneal, was a visitor in the community Sunday."

Mines and Quarries

A list of mine and quarries names organized by type of material as shown on the Iron Furnaces of Botetourt County, VA website as of March 2024.

More than 10,000 Books in Regional Library: Annual Report Submitted

Newspaper article detailing the news of the Botetourt-Rockbridge Regional Library. It reads, "Last year 1,104 books were added to this Botetourt-Rockbridge Regional Library, according to the annual report made this week. A total of 86,445 books were borrowed from the library last year - more than twice the number borrowed the previous year. The financial report shows an income of $6,532.84 duringt [sic] the fiscal year, including $1,644.70 from Botetourt County and $2,250 from Rockbridge and Lexington. Total expenses are listed as $6,420.05, with a balance on hand July 1 of $112.79. With the slogan "you own ten thousand books" the increased service to the two counties is pointed out. New Librarian It was announced recently that Miss Madeline Willis, who has been teaching in Craig County has been named new librarian and will take over the work October 1st. She holds a B.S. degree in library science. Botetourt members of the Library board of trustees are: Dr. E. W. Dodd, Mrs. J. C. Hancock and Max Murray."

Murray Orchards

Image 1 - Logo for Murray Brand Virginia Apples

Noffsinger, Samuel, 1770 – 1839

Samuel Noffsinger was born in 1770 and was married to Mary K. Hiner Noffsinger. Samuel Noffsinger died in 1839 and is buried in Noftsinger-Styne-Pico Cemetery.

O. U. Brugh. Canner and Farmer.

A newspaper article about O. U. Brugh and his canning business. It reads, "O. U. BRUGH. CANNER AND FARMER. Mr. O. U. Brugh, of Daleville, stands at the front as one of the wide-awake and worthy sons of his county for by dint of energy and perseverance he is one of the leading men of his section. He was the prime mover in the organization of the Canners' Association of Botetourt County, which has [...] canning interest of the county, in promoting a unit of interest in this great industry and cooperation among the canners and intelligent discussion as to ways and means of advertising and furnishing a market for our goods. Mr. Brugh is a large and successful farmer and a canner of the best grade of tomatoes. His 'Mountain View' brand has an extensive sale and a wide reputation and always commands the best prices in the market. His output is between five and six thousand cases each year. Mr. Brugh gives his personal attention to his canning factory and uses every precaution and care to insure the very best goods, both as to quality and weight, and those seeking a high grade of goods can always feel that the 'Mountain View' is always A1, of the season's pack. Mr. Brugh is a most courteous and polite gentleman and has the reputation of being one of the most popular and esteemed men of his section and this has helped to place him in position to exercise a wide influence to promote canning in all of its lines in the county of Botetourt."

Obenshain Store

Image 1: A color photograph of Obenshain Store.

Obenshain, Emza Ann, 1841-1842

Daughter of Henry S & Martha Obenshain. Buried at Simmons-Brugh Cemetery.

Obenshain, Kyle C, 1810-1844

Son of Henry & Martha Obenshain. Buried at Simmons-Brugh Cemetery

Old Burr Millstone WPA Report

A Works Progress Administration of Virginia report on the Old Burr Millstone, detailing its history. Prior owners of the millstone are listed as: Robert Harvey; Henry Langhorn; and Mrs. Hattie J. Semones.

Old Central Hotel 1910

A postcard showing on its front, a black and white photograph of the Old Central Hotel in Buchanan, with several cars parked on the street in front. On the back is a smaller photograph surrounded by a border and the words, "The Central Hotel. F. W. Steger, Mgr. Buchanan, VA." Written in pen are the words, "10/12/06. Will be in town Wednesday Oct. 14th at the latest to try suit on. Cold as whey out here. Can you finish suit by Saturday Oct 20th? Chas. W. Duvall"

Oriskany Elementary School

Oriskany Elementary School opened in 1899.

Oriskany High School

Oriskany High School opened in 1912

Oriskany Train Postcard

A photograph postcard showing train tracks and houses to the side. In pen, it is noted "Oriskany Va" and "Photo by Griffith, C.F.VA". The postcard was sent in 1911.

Painter, Austin & Stull

Photograph of C. B. Owens, Mrs. E. H. Reynolds (nee Adline Slusser), Ethan A. Painter, D. U. Austin, A. L. Murray, and J. W. Stull. Photograph was taken before 1933, but was published sometime after 1958. The caption reads, "The picture above, taken nearly ten years ago, will be of interest to most citizens of Botetourt, as it contains the likeness of three of the County's most prominent citizens in the early thirtys, who have passed to their reward: E. A. Painter, D. U. Austin and J. W. Stull They are, left to right, front row: C. B. Owens, former member of school board; Mrs E. H. Reynolds, Lynch, Ky., the former Miss Adline Slusser, then clerk of the board; and the late Ethan A. Painter, former Superintendent of schools. Upper row: the late D. U. Austin, former County treasurer, A. L. Murray, chairman of the board for many years and the late J. W. Stull, member of the board at that time. The photo was made by E. F. Strickler from and old plate made by E. W. Taylor."

Peery, Harriet Ann, 1816-1823

An image of the gravestone for Harriet Ann Peery, who died on May 10, 1823 at the age of 6 years, 5 months, and 19 days. She was buried in the Rule-Peery Cemetery. Only footstone found

Pico Community News 1929

A newspaper article of Pico community news from 1929, which reads, "PICO LETTER Mr. and Mrs. Geo. O. Broughman and Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Hodges spent Sunday in Pico, Little Master John W. Burkholder is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bryant spent the week-end at Mrs. Bryant's home there. Mrs. Bessie Goad and Miss Virgie Dudding of Roanoke spent Sunday with Mrs. Robert Morris. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Boblett of Roanoke spent the week-end with Mr. Boblett's mother, Mrs. T. J. Boblett. Miss Claudine Ayers and her friend of Roanoke motored to her home here Sunday. Messrs. Goff and Brown, of Craigsville were the guests of Mr. Vassar last week."

Pico Elementary School

Pico Elementary School.

Pleasant Dale Elementary School

Pleasant Dale Elementary School opened in 1919.

Pollard 1910 Directory and Commercial Guide

Pollard's 1910 Directory & Commercial Guide of Botetourt County, Virginia. It was published by the Virginia Directory and Printing Company Image 1 - Front and back covers showing advertisements for J. G. Brewbaker, Virginia Directory and Printing Company, L. H. Jenkins (the Hermitage Press). Image 2 - Page 1 is an ad for Virginia Carriage Factory. Page 2 is an ad for Va. Land Immigration Bureau. Image 3 - Page 3 is an ad for National Business College. Page 4 is an ad for American Shoe Store. Image 4 - Page 5 is an ad for People's Furniture Company. Page 6 is ads for Dickerson & Draper and The H. H. Turner Co. Image 5 - Page 7 is an ad for a Combination Cooking Set being sold by L. W. Watson & Co. Page 8 is an ad for Virginia Can Company of Buchanan. Image 6 - Page 9 is ads for G. E. Wilson, Southern Chemical Co., and John W. Layman. Page 10 is an ad for W. W. Anderson & Co. Image 7 - Page 11 is an ad for McGee's Pharmacy. Page 12 is an ad for Mountain View Poultry Farm and Kennels. Image 8 - Page 13 is an ad for advertising in Pollard's Directories. Page 14 is an ad for Hotel Bel-Air. Image 9 - Page 15 is an ad for Salem Printing and Publishing Company. Page 16 is an ad for F. Voigtlander & Co. Architects and Engineers. Image 10 - Page 17 is an ad for L. C. Smith & Bros Typewriter. Page 18 is an ad for Roanoke Furniture Company. Image 11 - Page 19 is an add for Chas. M. Stieff. Page 20 is an ad for Eagle Rock Lime Co. Image 12 - Page 21 is an ad for The S. Galeski Optical Co. Page 22 is an ad for Virginia Christian College. Image 13 - Page 23 is an ad for The Sunnyside Awning Co. Page 24 is an ad for S. H. Huddleston & Bro. Household Furnishers. Image 14 - Page 25 and 26 are ads for Virginia Directory & Printing Company, Inc. Image 15 - Page 27 is an ad for The People's Exchange Bank in Troutville. Page 28 is the Index and list of advertisers. Image 16 - Page 29 is blank. Page 30 is a Notice to the Public on the use of abbreviations in the directory. Image 17 - Page 31 is instructions on how to request mailing lists. Page 32 is the "Directory and Commercial Guide Explanation of Signs and Letters," which is to say an explanation of abbreviations. Image 18 - Page 33 is the Preface. Page 34 is a list of Post Offices in Bedford, Botetourt, Franklin, and Roanoke Counties. Image 19 - Page 35 shows the printer information, Virginia Directory and Printing Co. Page 36 is the title page and explanation of format. Image 20 - Page 37-38 is the "White Only" listings for Fincastle. Image 21 - Page 39 is advertisements for Clore's Drug Store in Fincastle and Mrs. S. M. Graybill. Page 40 is the "White Only" listings for Buchanan, A-H. Image 22 - Page 41-42 continue the Buchanan listings. Image 23 - Page 43 is advertisements for Mrs. J. F. Fitch Fine Millinery and L.L. Strickland, Merchant. Page 44 begins the "White Only" Listings for Botetourt County General Department. Image 24 - Pages 45-46 are Botetourt County General Listings White Only, A-B Image 25 - Pages 47-48 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, B Image 26 - Pages 49-50 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, B Image 27 - Pages 51-52are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, B-C Image 28 - Pages 53-54 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, C Image 29 - Pages 55-56 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, C Image 30 - pages 57-58 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, C-D Image 31 - pages 59-60 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, D Image 32 - Pages 61-62 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, D Image 33 - Pages 63-64 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, D-F Image 34 - Pages 65-66 are are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, F Image 35 - Pages 67-68 are are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, F-G Image 36 - Pages 69-70 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, G-H Image 37 - Pages 71-72 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, H Image 38 - Pages 73-74 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, H-I Image 39 - Pages 75-76 are Botetourt County General Listings, White Only, I-K Image 40 - Pages 77-78

Postcard 1910

A postcard of two men posed with Roller Mills flour corn meal, canned goods, boxes, a broom, and chickens in a coop in front of a building.. A woman stands in the background on a porch. Postcard dated approximately 1910.

Postcard Downtown Buchanan

A postcard showing Main Street in Buchanan. In the street are vehicles circa 1910 as well as a horse and buggy. The postcard reads, "Downtown Buchanan has been OPEN for Business for more than two hundred years..."

Postcard of Main Street, Buchanan 1910

A black and white postcard of Main Street, Buchanan. A handwritten note at the bottom reads, "1910"

Princess Furnace 1877-1908

Image 1: A black and white photograph of Princess Furnace taken by Ed McCoy.

Pumping Station on Craigs Creek

A collection of color photographs of the ruins of the pumping station on Craig's Creek. It was designed to draw water out of the creek to be used in the steam locomotives pulling the trains between Eagle Rock and Fenwick Mines.

Purgatory Community News July 12, 1897

A newspaper article of Purgatory community news, which reads, "PURGATORY LETTER. Editor Herald: - The wheat generally has been housed. In quantity and quality it is very superior. The hay crop is very good, but the outlook for corn and oats is not very promising. The fruit prospect is nothing extra. We are needing rain badly, and vegetation is suffering. The Misses Barnes, with several gentlemen, visited Lexington on Tuesday last. Mr. W. M. Garland and lady, from Roanoke, paid friends and relatives here a flying visit a few days since. Misses Lottie Garland and Lillie Houser, accompanied by Marvin Garland, attended the festival at Andrew Chapel on Thursday. They report a delightful time. Mr. W. C. Houser and family visited at Mr. Geo. Alphin's a few days ago. Mr. Willie Pierce and Miss Ollie Byer visited Salt Petre Cave a few weeks ago. Mr. Melvin Byer, who was injured in clearing away the wreck at Dillons, has returned to duty at Clifton. Mr. Dorman Pitzer, of Rocky Point, will leave next week for Georgia, where he has a railroad contract. Mr. Norvell Mason, from Munford, was in our midst a few days since. The extreme hot weather and flies would try the patience of Job. Do you suffer from anything in that line, Mr. Editor? Rev. A. F. Pursley gave us a good sermon last night at Mount Joy church. We have prayer meeting once a week. Our Sunday Schools are in a flourishing condition. Mr. Editor, come, and see us ; this section is on a regular boom. More new houses, barns, sewing machines, mowers, &c., and just a plenty of fried chicken and 'sich like.' July 12, 1897. Pansey."

Rader, Adam, 1761-1817

Image 1: Adam Rader, February 4, 1761, November 28, 1817.

Rainbow over Sunflowers

A color photograph of a double rainbow over sunflower fields.

Rainmaker

A newspaper article with a black and white photo of a man holding a bucket in one hand and a can with holes in the bottom , pouring water onto plants. The caption reads, "Rainmaker When nature won't water your flowers for you, then you have to get out and do it yourself. That's what Roy B. Booth did Thursday in front of his home on U.S. 220 in Botetourt County."

Roaring Run

A newspaper article about Roaring Run.

Rock wall on Poor Farm Road

Image 1: A color photograph of the rock wall on Poor Farm Road.

Rocky Point School

Image 1: Rocky Point Elementary School Image 2: Newspaper clipping, which reads, "Rocky Point Elementary. Grantors of land David Blair and wife, Julia Houser, 1898-1921. Land lying near Rocky Point on the north side of the James River. One story, frame 12, 342 cubic feet. Heating: stove venting to standard chimney."

Salisbury Furnace

A color photograph of the Salisbury Furnace ruins.

SaltPeter Cave Elementary School

SaltPeter Cave Elementary School opened in 1897.

Schoonover Hill Brand Tomato Label

Image 1: a tomato can label from Schoonover Hill Brand Tomatoes in Buchanan, Virginia. Image 2 and 3: Color photos of the house that is purportedly the same house from the can label, still standing today

Self-taught coppersmith enjoys practicing his craft

Article about Peter Caldwell, 77, owner of Caldwell Mountain Copper, his wife, Faye, 77, and his assistant, Elliott Muncy, 31.

Shep's Cabins

Postcard showing cabins along a road. A sign says "CABINS. ENTRANCE, INDIVIDUAL SHOWERS." There is also a Coca-Cola sign. The postcard is labeled "SHEP'S CABINS. INDIVIDUAL SHOWERS. U.S. ROUTE 11, BUCHANAN, VA."

Shue, Martha Jane, n.d.-1825

An image of the grave marker for Martha Jane Shue, who passed away on October 12, 1825 at the age of 4 and was buried in the Brick Union Cemetery.

Siamese Pumpkins

A newspaper clipping with a black and white photo of a man holding conjoined gourds. The text reads, "SIAMESE PUMPKINS -- C. E. Brickey shows the 'Siamese' pumpkins of the Kershaw variety which he grew in his garden on Route 779. Brickey said that 'I have never seen 'em grow together like this before.'"

Site of Cloverdale Iron Furnace WPA Report

A Works Progress Administration of Virginia Historical Inventory report on the historical Cloverdale Iron Forge and Furnace. People mentioned as past owners include the Tayloes, Langhorns, and Robert Harvey. Additional information can be found at the sites below.

Site of Old Martha Iron Furnace WPA Report

A Works Progress Administration of Virginia Historical Inventory of the Marth Iron Furnace. At the time of the inventory, there was nothing left of the furnace. Individuals listed as owners include: Robert Anderson; Robert Harvey; Henry Beckner; H. F. Mays; Henry Waxals; Christian Houseman; John Vest; Thomas Peters Heirs.

Slicer Cemetery Purchase

A newspaper article about the purchase of Slicer Cemetery and other details of a meeting of the Godwin Cemetery Inc., which reads, "SLICER CEMETERY PURCHASED At a recent meeting of the Board of Directors of Godwin Cemetery Inc. plans were made to accept an offer from C. W. Hedrick, owner of Slicer Cemetery, to sell the lot known as Slicer Cemetery. A committee consisting of R. D. Stoner, J. J. Allen, F. T. Waid, and L. E. Breckinridge was appointed to negotiate with Mr. Hedrick. The purchase has been made and the deed recorded in the name of Godwin Cemetery Inc. The corporation will now have additional lots for sale, and will be able to make needed improvements, especially to the driveway. At the same meeting, the following were welcomed as new members on the Board of Directors: F. T. Waid, W. B. Crush, Mrs. Harry Eakin, Mrs. Harry Kessler, and L. E. Breckinridge. Godwin Cemetery Inc. is the outgrowth of a long time project of the Fincastle Garden Club, which has maintained it for many years with the help of public donations. The present objective is for an endowment sufficient to pay for the up-keep of the cemetery. Officers of the Board are: Mrs. H. M. Painter, chairman; Mrs. E. N. Camden, vice-chairman; Mrs. E. B. Morgan, secretary; Mrs. R. D. Stoner, treasurer. Other members of the Board are H. M. Painter, R. D. Stoner, Mrs. E. A. Painter, Miss Rebekah Peck, Mrs. L. T. Frantz, and Mrs. F. T. Waid."

Solitude Elementary School

Solitude Elementary School opened in 1929.

Spickard, Henry, 1759 – 1836

Henry Spickard was born in 1759 and was the 1st Elder of Glade Creek Lutheran Church. He was married to Christianianna Seigel Spickard, born in 1768 and died in 1848. Henry Spickard died on April 6, 1836 and is buried in Old Glade Creek Cemetery, which he co-founded.

Spickard, Jacob, 1785-1815

Jacob Spickard, July 15, 1785-August 5, 1815

Springwood 1910-2022

A postcard showing homes on a hill, titled, "View of Springwood, Va." This postcard is dated approximately 1910. A photograph of the James River in Springwood dated 2022.

Springwood Bridge 1959 - 2014

Image 1 - A color photograph of what remains of the Springwood Bridge. Image 2 - A black and white photograph from Roanoke Times article showing a school bus crossing the Springwood Bridge. The caption reads, "School Bus and Springwood Bridge - The Route May Have to Be Changed Temporarily" Image 3 - Roanoke Times article titled "Botetourt Supervisors Want Stronger Bridge" Image 4 - A color photograph of the remains of the Springwood Bridge Image 5 - A color photograph of the Springwood Bridge support, now uncovered Image 6 - a color photograph of the Springwood Bridge covered in brambles. Image 7 - A color photograph of the bridge. Image 8 - A black and white photograph during winter of the bridge still standing. Image 9 - A black and white photgraph of people standing across the Springwood Bridge entrance.

Springwood Community News August 29, 1940

A newspaper article of community news, which reads, "Springwood Notes Mrs. L. L. Brewbaker is visiting Dr. and Mrs. H. W. Miller at Woodstock. Mrs. E. L. Tyree, Jr., and Mrs. Frank Pults and son, Frankie, Jr. were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Haymaker Friday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Bernice Greer and sons and Misses Kathryn and Effie Greer of Roanoke, Were guests of Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Thomas, Sunday. Miss Beulah Mae Cummings, who is employed at Blacksburg spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cummings. Mrs. W. B. Cummings had as her guests, Mrs. Nickolls of Richmond and Mrs. LeRoy Price, Surry. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Nickolls and son, Rodney, and Mrs. W. F. Kessler of Roanoke. Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Hayth and son, Robin, who spent a week at the World's Fair, are now spending a few days at this place. They will return to Hinton, W. Va., shortly. Mrs. Frank Meadows, William and Louise Meadows and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Meadows of Convington, spent a few days in Columbus, Ohio, and was accompanied by Miss Emmaline Kessler. Crafts annual picnic reunion was held at the home of Ablis Brooks. Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Craft of Lexington with their children present. They are as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Harley Craft, Theodore, John and Francist Craft, and Mr. W. L. Williamson, of W. Va., Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Williamson, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Williamson, Clifton Forge, Mrs. LeRoy Price, Bacon Castle. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Conway and daughter, Ann, spent a few days with relatives here. The Springwood Baptist church had their picnic at Cave Mountain Lake. It was enjoyed by everyone."

Springwood Community News August 8, 1940

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD NOTES Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Sink have as guests Mrs. Fay Bierd, Miss Evelin Ware and Buster Grey of W. Va. Mrs. Joe Clark and son Jimmie of Oklahoma, are guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Kern. Miss Marjorie Brewbaker is now visiting her sister Mrs Caroll Nunn in Roanoke. Miss Francis Sink spent last week with Miss June Newsome of Roanoke. Willie Hayth who has been ill for more than a week was taken to the Roanoke hospital Tuesday nite. Sammy Thrasher of Salem CCC camp spent last week wit his parents here. Mr. and Mrs. Heath and son, Ralph and two daughters of Greenville, N. C. are visiting Mrs. Richard Thrasher. Hugh Raderr Jr. left Monday for a position with Armour's in Williamson, W. Va. Mrs. Lawrence Mundy and children are visiting her mother at Lowmoor. Mrs. John Cummings of Lexington is visiting relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Meadows were guests of Mrs. Frank Meadows over the week-end. "

Springwood Community News December 19, 1929

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD LETTER The funeral of J. F. Camper, who died at his home near Buchanan, was held at Copps Church Tuesday afternoon and was attended by a large delegation of relatives and friends from all sections of the county as well as from Roanoke and Rockbridge. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Will Dollman was buried at Andrew Chapel Monday. Mr. Shelby, of Radford, delivered a truckload of young cattle at the Dill Bros. farm last week. Mr. Reid, of Haymakertown, was a business visitor here last week. Murfey Thomas, of Covington and Alvis Thomas, of Roanoke, spent the week-end with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Thomas. Miss Thelma Young, of the Valley, visited friends at Hill View last week. Sheler Dodd and some friends, of Fincastle, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Camper last week on a hunting trip. Mrs. C. L. and G. L. Hayth, Mrs. James O'Conner, Miss Louise Welch and S. A. Linkenhoker spent Monday at Roanoke on a shopping tour. Marcus and Ott Smith, of Cincinnati, spent the past few days at their home here. L. B. Caldwell has returned to Covington, Ky., after a few days stay with home folks. Mrs. Annie Mundy and Miss Beatrice Via spent Tuesday at Lynchburg with friends. Miss Mary Matheny, of the Valley, who has been on the sick list is much improved. Mrs. J. B. Driscoll, of Lynchburg, spent Monday with her mother, Mrs. Margie Lipes. Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Hammitt, of near Buchanan, were recent visitors at the home of Mrs. Louise Craft. Miss Jennie Cummings, who has been confined to her home by illness for some time, is able to be out again. The local schools will have their Christmas exercises on Friday afternoon, December 20th, when the school closes for the holiday season. CEDAR LANE."

Springwood Community News February 21, 1929

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD LETTER Inability and lack of news makes a poor combination for a letter, but such as comes before one's mind will have to suffice. Quite a number of our folks are on the sick list list with severe colds and other complications. Mrs. J. G. Desper, who is recuperating from several weeks illness, is spending a few days with relatives at Balcony Falls. Mrs. A. E. Craft and Mrs. M. R. Wilhelm, of Roanoke, spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cummings. Mrs. O. L. Housman, of the Valley, has been on the sick list for the past week. M. A. Thomas spent several days in Roanoke last week, and attended the funeral of Rev. Lester. Mr. F. P. Kyle, of the Valley, treated himself to a new car last week. Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Linkenhoker, of Roanoke, visited the former's grandmother, Sunday. Mrs. H. A. Rader spent the week-end with relatives at Lynchburg. Alvis Thomas and Martin Hicock spent Sunday afternoon with friends at Catawba. Mrs. Willie Harlow, of the Valley, visited Mrs. Louise Craft last week. Emmitt Cronise spent several days of last week with relatives in Roanoke. Miss Bessie Jones, who is ill at the home of O. R. Dollman, is slowly improving. O. F. Hammitt and family, of near Buchanan, spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. Louise Craft. Larrie O'Conner, of Clifton Forge, spent the week-end at his home here. Mr. and Mrs. Haden Via and children of Roanoke, spent Sunday afternoon at the home of C. R. Linkenhoker.. CEDAR LANE."

Springwood Community News February 7, 1929

Mrs. James Dillon, of Catawba while on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Emmitt Austin, died at the home of the latter, Friday night of flu. J. P. Young, of Eagle Rock, was a business visitor here last week. Mrs. L. C. Coffman, who was called here by the illness of her sister, Mrs. J. G. Desper, has returned to her home at Washington. Mrs. Desper continues to improve. A. P. Hayth, of Hinton, W. Va., was a business visitor here last week. C. M. Linkenhoker, of Roanoke, spent Monday here with home folks. Mrs. Louise Craft and daughters, Katherine and Alice, spent Sunday at the home of O. F. Hammitt, near Buchanan. Mrs. J. B. Driscoll, of Lynchburg, visited at the home of Mrs. Margie Lipes last week. Mr. and Mrs. Tad Barger, of Buchanan, visited the latter's grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Huffman, Sunday, who is ill. Mrs. Emmitt Powell, of Fincastle, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Wright recently. Marcus Smith and Renard Young of Covington, Ky., are visiting home folks this week. Mrs. Josephine Griffin and little son, of Danville, are spending some time at the home of C. W. rader. Lenwood Hayth and Mr. Bayer, of Hinton, W. Va., spent Sunday with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hayth. James Madison, of Buchanan, visited friends here Sunday. Mrs. Jennie Anderson, who spent the past two months with her sister, Mrs. Hester Styne, returned to her home in Roanoke last Sunday. CEDAR LANE."

Springwood Community News January 1, 1931

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD LETTER It's been a long time since such an ideal season dropped in just right. According to demands a new moon, smooth snow and a crispness in the air close to zero. Mr. and Mrs. M. N. Green and daughter, Mrs. Rhodes, of Carvin Cove, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Falls last week. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Camper spent the holidays at Rocky Mount, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mundy. Mrs. John Carberry and children, of Roanoke, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Draper. Miss Edith Lautz, of Buchanan, spent last week at the home of C. W. Rader and family. Mrs. Emma Pratt and Miss Mary Slusser visited friends at Troutville last week. Mrs. M. S. Oyler had as her guests for the holidays, her daughters, Miss Janette Oyler, of Richmond, W. Va. and Miss Margaret Oyler, of Cleveland, O. Mrs. Lizzie Harris, of Kentucky, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Wright. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Draper and children, of Detroit, spent several days last week with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Draper. Edgar Farrell, of Waynesboro, spent the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Farrell. Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Austin, of Roanoke, spent last week with home folks here. Miss May Thrasher is spending the holidays with Miss Louise Dudding, at Eagle Rock. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hayth and children, of West Virginia, are spending some time with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Hayth and family. -CEDAR LANE"

Springwood Community News July 11, 1940

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD Mrs. James Desper is visiting Mrs. Ed Moore this week in Richmond. Johnny Tyree and wife were guests of the J. D. Haymakers Sunday. Mrs. Chas Adkins is their guest this week. Miss Phyllis Sink had returned from a visit in Beckly, [sic] W. Va. Robert Meadows and wife were guests of Mrs. Frank Meadows this week. Frank Peters and family were guests of the W. A. Thomases Sunday. Will Hickok is ill at his home. Mrs. John O'Conner passed away after a short illness and was buried the 30th. The missionary meeting recently met with Mrs. Charlie Young. James Haymaker and family were guests of her parents the 4th. They picniced [sic] with Roy Booze and family, C. D. Booze and family, Joe Caldwell and family and Wesley Reid. "

Springwood Community News July 25, 1940

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD Sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Emma Pratt, formerly employed at this place, who was living with her niece Mrs. C. A. Firebaugh of Troutville, suddenly died Friday night. She had been in ill health for more than a year. She was taken to Mt. Union church Sunday for the funeral and buried in the adjacent cemetery. She was 76 years old. In her younger life she spent some time in New York, Florida and Cuba. She was employed as manager of Hayth's store for many years. She was loved by all who knew her. Mrs. Chas Adkins and Miss Nellie spent last week in North Carolina with relatives. They were accompanied home by John Ed Cumming. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Cannady and daughter of Philadelphia spent last week with their Aunts, Mrs. Ada Whipple and Miss Fannie Cannady. They also called on Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Thomas. Mrs. J. A. staples was called to Salem last week by the death of her sister in law Mrs. Wilsie Hale. Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Thomas spent the week-end with relatives in Floyd. Ruth Meadows spent a week's vacation in Columbus, Ohio, with relatives recently. Miss Phillyis Sink and Juanita O'Conner left Monday for the 4-H club in Blacksburg. Mark Linkenhoker and son; Rev. Legg and son and Rev. Tally of Amsted, W. Va are guests of Mrs. Ed Huffman and Mrs. B. C. Obenshain this week. They preached at Copps church in the morning and afternoon. Sam Thrasher of the Salem CCC camp and Frank Meadows of the Barbours creek camp were week-end guests of their parents this week. A miscellaneous shower was given to Mrs. James O'Conner at the O. L. Mundy home Wednesday evening with 40 present. She received many nice gifts. Everyone had a nice time."

Springwood Community News June 6, 1940

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "Springwood notes Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Hayth and daughters, Mrs. Rogers, of Clifton Forge and Mrs. Mollie Shafer of Blacksburg, spent a few days here visiting friends and relatives. Mrs. Herbert Hayth and sons of St. Aulbon's W. Va., are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Hayth. Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Thomas had as Sunday guests Mrs. C. A. Peters, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Peters, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Peters and children, Mr. and Mrs. Deward Rakes and son, Misses Ava Connor, Esther Peters, Messrs. Jack and Coy Peters, all of Floyd; Mr. T. L. Kelly of White Hall, Md., Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Radford, Miss Violet Radford, of Buchanan and Mr. Ben Moomaw of Rocky Point. Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Hayth and son, and Mr. Robert Vass of Hinton, W. Va., were visitors here last week. Mrs. Bessie Linkenhoker spent a few days with her cousin, Miss Mary Falls of Lithia. Mr. B. O. Austin of Roanoke spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Hammitt. Mrs. Bessie Linkenhoker and Betty Jane, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Linkenhoker and children spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Haden Via of Roanoke. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Painter had as week-end guests, Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Painter and family and Mr. and Mrs. Dick Painter and family. We were sorry to hear of Mr. Edmond Brewbaker being in the Lewis-Gale Hospital due to blood poison. Also Miss Viola Housman, who underwent an operation at the Jefferson Hospital. We wish them a speedy recovery. Mr. Samuel Thrasher visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tyree Thrasher, recently. Our sincere sympathy goes out to Mrs. Charlie Adkins of Lexington, formerly Miss Gladys Haymaker of this place, who brought her husband here to Andrew Chapel Wednesday evening of last week for burial."

Springwood Community News March 14, 1929

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD LETTER It's a little late but I will say that was some wind last week. It even outdid the hot political dry advocates last November. A free hand in both cases and both won, so what's wrong with windy forces? Some roofs went off and a few trees uprooted. Compared with other sections we suffered very little damage. Mr. and Mrs. Blankenship and Miss Florence Caldwell of Roanoke spent last Sunday with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Caldwell. Mr. J. W. McPherson of Buchanan was a business visitor here last week. Mrs. Larrie O'Connor and Miss Beatrice Via visited friends at Clifton Forge last week. Mrs. E. B. Huffman, who has been ill for the past month was removed to the Jefferson hospital at Roanoke, where she underwent a successful operation Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Cronise of Roanoke spent the week-end with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Cronise. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hickok were visitors Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. S. Housman. Mrs. Lucy Craft of Clifton Forge visited relatives here last week. Mr. H. M. Brewbaker is confined to his room by illness. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hall and children of Roanoke spent last Sunday with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. O'Connor. Hugh Rader spent several days of last week with relatives and friends at Clifton Forge and Staunton. Prof. Painter of Fincastle was a business visitor here last week. Mrs. J. G. Desper spent the week-end at Clifton Forge, the guest of Mrs. T. J. Fleming. Miss Louise Booze of the Valley school faculty, spent the week-end at Eagle Rock. The Ladies Missionary Society of the Baptist church met at the home of Mrs. J. G. Desper, Thursday instead of at Copps Church. CEDAR LANE."

Springwood Community News May 16, 1940

A newspaper article of Springwood community news, which reads, "SPRINGWOOD ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Farrell announce the marriage of their daughter Elizabeth to Wade Cliue of Staunton, May 5 in Staunton. The groom is with the Wade Lumber Company at Waynesboro. Miss Phyllis Sink recently represented the BYPU of the Springwood Baptist Church in Danville. Miss Ruth Meadows was a guest of Miss Nellie Haymaker Sunday. Mr. W. T. Hayth of Clifton Forge was a visitor here Saturday. Mrs. George Welsh and sons, Major and Leonard spent the week-end in Amherst. Mrs. H. A. Rader and son Hugh, Mrs. Roy Johnson, Richard and Ralph Thrasher all attended the funeral of their Uncle Mr. Dick Jones of Covington. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Kessler of Roanoke, and Miss Mattie Kessler spent Sunday with Mrs. Ethel Kessler. Mr. W. O. Dill of Radford visited his old home place last week-end. Miss Mildred Kessler spent last week-end in Roanoke with her Uncle. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Caldwell and sons Jay and Jean were guests of Mrs. Frank Meadows Sunday."

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