Marines Ready to Orient Cantonese Forces
Marines are held ready to orient Cantonese operations as tensions rise. The unified force remains on alert, awaiting direction from command to deploy if required.
01 Apr 1927
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1927
Page
1
Marines are held ready to orient Cantonese operations as tensions rise. The unified force remains on alert, awaiting direction from command to deploy if required.
The British cabinet meets to formalize approval of the government’s demands for reparations tied to the Nanking outrages while Japanese forces dispatch a landing party toward Shanghai in the broader China theater.
AP reports orders prepared for sending two additional marine battalions to San Diego in readiness for service in China. Chang Kia-shek reportedly dismissed as generalissimo of Cantonese army by Han government. he concentrates resources in Shanghai to resist dismissal. British cabinet approves demands on Cantonese reparations for Nanking outrages. US and Japan may join, Britain aims to act alone if needed. US warships to patrol Chinese coast from Canton to Tientsin to protect citizens. Pillsbury bound for Tsingtao. Agnewville ordered to Tientsin. Continued coverage notes minimal anti foreignism in northern areas and Japanese requests for Yokokake.
The American Automobile Association lifts the road between Middleburg and Winchester from its blacklist for the Apple Blossom Festival. Traffic will be routed over the road if its condition is good and construction work is suspended, pending festival timing. Chairman Henry G. Shirley of the State Highway Commission confirms repairs near the Shenandoah River and expects the road to be passable during the festival.
Lieutenant Anderson is honored with a military funeral at his North Loudoun Street home conducted by Pastor Dr. C. A. Freed of Grace Lutheran Church. Virginia National Guard’s Company 1, 106th Infantry, led by Captain Paul R. Hartman, acted as escort. three volleys fired at burial and bugler Garland Spillman sounded Taps. Pallbearers included William Totty and others.
Deputy Sheriff Pat Kenyon and A. L. Terry were shot to death on the road near Whittenburg. Hugh Walker and Ed Bailey were arrested in connection with the killing of Coke Buchanan, a policeman. Whitney: Walker on bond in the Buchanan case is sought in a Pampa First National Bank robbery link with Matthew Kimes and Ray Terrell.
United States Steel common stock reached another record high amid persistent demand and irregular market activity. Sector weakness in rails and declines in oil baking tobacco and packing shares accompanied the surge.
Two mechanically perfect Ford coupes, a 1924 and a 1926, in excellent condition with good rubber. Offered at sacrifice price by GEO WASHINGTON GARAGE.
Handley Heights Sub-Division auction set for Saturday April 0 at the Court House front. Prospective buyers urged to attend as property values are expected to increase annually.
Workers in central coal fields and adjacent fringes halted work as min ers and operators failed to resolve disputed terms from a Miami conference. About 150000 miners across Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Illinois suspended, with Iowa and southern Kansas Missouri Arkansas Oklahoma also affected. Government viewed the situation calmly as 80 million tons remain in storage and no intervention is planned.
Be sure to attend our celebration sale. Now is the time to buy for Easter. He Nathanson Co. offers second hand Myers sprayers at H F Byrd Orchard near Berryville.
Auction sale of well located building lots to be held April 9 at 2 p.m. Watch paper for details. Handley Heights Sub-Division.
Article discusses a proposed Barton Amendment aimed at park reforms with support from administration officials. Contends that the measure would improve park funding and management while facing opposition from dissenting votes.
The Virginia House of Delegates approved the administration's state government reorganization bill 78 to 0, merging many departments into 12. The Senate had passed it 36 to 0, with minor House amendments sent to conference for final action expected Tuesday or Wednesday.
Richmond April 1 The House Finance Committee recommends replacing Virginia's 1872 perpetual debt certificates with 4 percent notes to cut annual interest by about 50 000. The bonds now fund education and charity but direct appropriations would be unconstitutional. the move aims to cut state expenses and support park projects.
Associated Press reports Henry Ford, described as the nation’s richest man, left the hospital for his Dearborn home after a week of guarded updates. The bulletin noted improved condition but ongoing pain and vital signs remained stable with concussion and several minor hemorrhages cited.
The Barton office building on Rouss avenue was sold to Winchester Credit Corporation. Transfer was made by KR Barton Jr. The lower floor houses Bryarly and Green insurance agents and Maurice M Lynch, a lawyer. The second floor housed Major Barton and Leslie D. Kline before move to the Court House. The buyer plans alterations and rear extensions.
The Lunch Box tea house run by the Berryville Stonewall Chapter of the U D C opens tomorrow afternoon serving delicious tea and sandwiches for 25 cents. An exchange will sell rare old china and furniture nearby. Look for the sign before turning for Charles Town on the right side of the road. Also offering Sunday desserts.
Public sale notice for a lot in Handley Heights Sub-Division, Winchester, to be held on Saturday April 9 in front of Court House. Auction details indicate parcel described as Handleyd Heights subdivision block 4 lot 1 and block 2 tier.
Fragmentary notice shows a laundry service ad with rough pricing and contact hints. It references Winchester and a steam laundry, plus stray numbers and garbled text suggesting a delivery or service call prompt. No clear dates beyond 2-17.
Ground is broken for a new one story colored school with colonial exterior. It includes five classrooms, bathrooms, a library linked to Handley Library, an auditorium for 360 seats expandable to 400, and modern facilities. Completion targeted by September with openings planned for 1927-28. Raymond W. Long oversees construction.
Junanita E. Reynolds died at 10 15 this morning at her parents home 329 Highland avenue from pneumonia She was born May 30 last year Survivors include her parents a sister Audrey aged three The Rev T H Daffin to conduct funeral at the house Monday at 11 with burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery Mr Reynolds is a Virginia Woolen Co employee Mrs Reynolds was formerly Miss Edith N Renner of this city
Peay plays Ridgeway in a benefit game with hall admission free and refreshments served. Also notes a regular meeting of Sarah Zane Bier Co on Friday April 1 at eight o'clock to elect a lieutenant and conduct business. secretary W Lee Fisher to preside.
Rehearsals for the Progress Pageant in Winchester focus on the Apple Blossom Festival big show The Pageant of Progress with Organizers and Executive Committee members guiding planning A special invitation is sent to Dad Ryan for his long service to the festival and Shenandoah Valley community Leaders include DeGrange Hall and others as preparations expand to include 500 performers from Handley School and nearby communities
Local listings show two second-hand Hayes Green sprayers available near Orchard. Buyers seek reliable units for orchard use with reasonable price offers and delivery arrangements.
A sale will occur at noon at Wolfe Street near the Court House for the Ida M. Davis residence in the center of 1. The sale is to be held from the stone residence location as read in the notice.
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