Helen Battles Sawyer Hogg, CC (1 August 1905 – 28 January 1993) was an astronomer noted for pioneering research into globular clusters and variable stars. She was the first female president of
Month: March 2020
Shirley Donnelly: Corpse Tried, Fined For Carrying Pistol (Thurmond WV)
The first story from Shirley Donnelly gave me a right good chuckle. The subsequent conversation regarding silver dollars interests me a great deal though. Husband
Womens History Month: Lucinda Lovie Rose (WV)
Lucinda Lovie Rose bears the unique distinction of being the only female West Virginia casualty of World War I. Source: http://www.wvculture.org/history/wvmemory/vets/roselucinda/roselucinda.html Lovie Lucinda Rose was
Womens History Month: Stella Fuller Settlement
Per e-WV: Stella Fuller Social reformer Stella Fuller (December 4, 1883-March 2, 1981) was a familiar face in Huntington for more than 70 years. She
Womens History Month: Marilyn Monroe and her Potato Sack Dress
Wiki: Marilyn Monroe; born Norma Jeane Mortenson; June 1, 1926 – August 4, 1962) was an American actress, model, and singer. Famous for playing comedic “blonde bombshell” characters,
Women’s History Month: Col Ruby Bradley (WV)
Colonel Ruby Bradley (December 19, 1907-May 28, 2002) was born near Spencer, WV. She graduated from Glenville State Teachers College and taught for four years in
Thoughts and Ponderances 