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Turner’s Tidbits

Turner’s Tidbits

This advertisement is lifted from the Tucker County Business Directory of 1909. The booklet was compiled by L. W. Hulings of Davis and the price was $1.50 for the booklet. This is one of the most comprehensive business advertisement booklets I have seen. I have a limited access to the...

Momma Said 3-15-23

By Teri Cayton The Parsons Advocate I am trying so hard to socialize Ripley with other dogs and it is just not happening.  The only dogs she has been around are her sisters and my brother’s dogs.  She is so hyper that it is going to take some work.  I...

Mountaineer Garden Club

Mountaineer Garden Club

Spring cleaning is not limited to homes.  Mountaineer Garden Club member, Glenda Lipscomb, volunteers Mimi Kibler and Michelle Felton with Master Gardener and Mountaineer Garden Club member Faith Moore, spent two rainy hours on March 7 picking up trash along the rail trail from the nursery bottom to Hambleton.  Supplies were obtained...

Letter to the Editor: Petition

Editor, Over 5,000 individuals have now signed a Change.org petition advocating for a northern route for Corridor H between Parsons and Davis. Thomas resident and Tucker County native Rachelle Davis initiated the petition titled A Better Route for Corridor H. Davis said that she started the petition to make it...

Turner’s Tidbits

Turner’s Tidbits

TuThis is the straight road through Canaan Valley. At the time, it was said to be the longest straight road in the State. This road was kept above an elevation of 3000 feet so the dam (proposed Canaan Valley Dam) would not flood it when constructed. The road is known...

Letter to the Editor

Editor,   Disclaimer: this document is not speaking for Davis’ Corridor H Committee. I reiterate my earlier position: DOH should be required to newly consider a Corridor H, northern alignment. Reasons: read on.   During a recent town council meeting attended by citizens of both Davis and Thomas, DOH representative...

Momma Said 3-8-23

By Teri Cayton The Parsons Advocate Hurray, the robins are back, the daffodils are starting to bloom and I even have some crocus popping their little heads up to look for spring.  I can’t say I am sick of winter because in our area we have not had any winter...

Turner’s Tidbits

Turner’s Tidbits

This photo was taken at the Bayard Washery on October 28, 1948. The photo shows raw coal arriving at the Bayard Washery. One hopper car is about to be dumped with the car “Shake Out”. I do not have any further information on the process. Ideas, suggestions, comments, or items...

Turner’s Tidbits

Turner’s Tidbits

This is an invitation from The Moon Club to attend their first dance on January 25, 1917. The dance will be held at Fox’s Hall in Davis with dancing until 2 o’clock. Music provided by Isle’s Saxophone Orchestra from Keyser, WV.  Mr. S. Fox was one of the pioneer merchants...

Momma Said 3-1-23

By Teri Cayton The Parsons Advocate I am sure the majority of you out there will remember most of these things that Momma Said: What part of “NO” don’t you understand? I don’t care who started it! Money doesn’t grow on trees Your face will stay like that Your hands...

Letter to the Editor: House Bill 3554

Letter to the Editor House Bill 3554, originating in the Committee on Economic Development and Tourism, has been introduced  to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, by adding thereto a new section designated as §8-12-5h; all relating to prohibiting a municipality or the governing body of any municipality from...

Letter to the Editor

Editor, New WV Bill Welcomed by Davis Property Rental Rights Group The WV House of Representatives Committee on Economic Development & Tourism introduced a bill limiting the ability of municipalities to regulate short term rental (STR). This bill arrives amidst controversy in Davis regarding its own announced restrictions on property...

Turner’s Tidbits

Turner’s Tidbits

This photo is being shared by the generosity of a reader. It is a group of men from World War I. Has anyone seen this photo and/or can anyone identify the people in the picture? It is a very neat picture and a county treasure for sure. Ideas, comments, suggestions,...

Momma Said 2-22-23

By Teri Cayton The Parsons Advocate This week I am going to share a small piece that was sent to me by one of my readers.  This little ditty was written by her Grandmother and I would like to share it with you.  It is titled,  A Reading, “The Lazy...

Letter to the Editor: Older Adults Technology Services

Editor, According to a study by Older Adults Technology Services (OATS), 42% of older adults lack access to the internet, which often translates to less access to information regarding healthcare and community services, social connections and financial management resources. Additionally, a social survey conducted by WVU in 2020 found that...

Letter to the Editor: Bugs

Editor, Bugs. They’re the latest craze, they say. The greatest thing since Wonderbread, we’re told. Delicious and nutritious! Sustainable. Best of all, they’re eco-friendly, require far less farming land, and possess the carbon footprint of a jigger flea. All this from an obnoxious minority of self-appointed environmentalism minders. Any say...

Letter to the Editor: Senate Bill 429

Letter to the Editor: My name is Chris Davis.  I am a proud resident of Tucker County.    Over the years I have been able to help with coaching basketball, volunteering on the Parsons Parks and Recreation board, and also currently volunteering as the Tucker County Ambulance Authority Treasurer.  As...

Letter to the Editor: WV State Legislature

Dear Tucker County Citizens, As WV Senate Bill 429 makes its way through the WV State Legislature, I would like to take this opportunity to encourage the residents of Tucker County to contact their WV State Senators, and Delegates to encourage them to vote in favor of this bill.  While...

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