25 Years Ago

Herald of June 26, 1997

The Williamsburg Presbyterian Church was set to permanently close its doors after 181 years of ministry. The Williamsburg church was the last Presbyterian church in the Cove.

Plans were underway for the Agricultural Parade to be held in Martinsburg on July 1. Steven Mowry was parade chairman and George H. Bridenbaugh of Martinsburg RD 1 was the Morrisons Cove Agriculture Honoree.

Paul W. Ritchey was awarded the Community Service Award by the Martinsburg Booster Association. Mr. Ritchey was the former operator of Ritchey’s Dairy.

The Northern Bedford School Board adopted...