Northern Virginia Power Company rate increase approved
The State Corporation Commission approved NV Power's rate hike to align Virginia with West Virginia and Maryland. It ordered a new Martinsburg to Winchester line within six months to ensure reliable power, aided by improved service since new management and connections to Potomac, Hagerstown, Frederick Trailway, and Railway companies. The Winchester Common Council protested the rates. larger Virginia consumers reported improved service and planned additional generating capacity costing about 380000.
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State Corporation Commission
Northern Virginia Power Company
Virginia
West Virginia
Maryland
Star
Power Company
Martinsburg
Winchester
Winchester and
Charlestown
Berryville
Trigger Common Council
Potomac Company
Hagerstown
Apa
Smallpox Cases Reported in City
Two cases of an eruptive disease believed to be smallpox have appeared in the city within 36 hours, both married white men. Authorities debate detention at the southeast detention house or quarantine at home amid concerns the facility is dilapidated and ill equipped.
Collision injures pedestrian as two city officials involved
Mrs Ward wife of Mayor Julian F Ward and Councilman Fred L Glaize collide at Market and Cork streets while avoiding Mamie Kemp who crossed diagonally. Mrs Ward's car suffers heavy damage while the Glaize vehicle is unharmed. Kemp is bruised shocked but not seriously hurt.
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Mrs. Ward
Cork
Glaize
Miss Kemp
Florida growers suffer losses from freeze in Florida
Mr. James B. Russell and Mrs. Russell return from St Augustine noting severe damage to Florida vegetables from a week long freeze. Tomato lettuce beans peas and other crops were hit as growers faced multiple plantings before harvesting. Mrs. Russell reportedly benefited from the trip despite lingering injuries from a prior fall.
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James B. Russell
Winchester
Russell
St. Augustine
Fla
Florida
Power outage notice for Sunday
Northern Virginia Power Co announces current will be off from 2 to 4 p m Sunday. Power supply suspended across the region during that two hour window.
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Northern VA. Power Co
Lost painting reward for return to Greek Restaurant
A painting lost from the Greek Restaurant Friday carries a reward for its return to the restaurant or to Miss M B Gardner Stephens City. The notice asks the finder to bring it back and claim the reward.
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Stephens
City
For Sale One New Essex Touring Car
For Sale One New Essex Touring Car advertised by Bromley’s Garage. Remnants at Brill and Ritter’s indicate local sale listing.
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Bromley’s
Brill and
Ritter’s
Norfolk and_Pacific Strike Ends After Settlement
Em p line Norfolk and Pacific Streetway workers, about 12 000 in 14 crafts, returned to work today after a settlement between railroad officials and local and international union representatives. The agreement provides reinstatement without discrimination for railway clerks who walked out March 22 over a dispute involving non union clerks accused of insulting a female employee. Two clerks will be transferred to another department.
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Associated Press
Kd A
Norfolk
Pica
Iploye
Democrats Call Mass Convention in Frederick County
The Democratic Executive Committee of Frederick County met in Winchester on April 3 1920 to elect officers R McCann as chair H B Shull as secretary and to adopt a resolution calling a mass convention for April 24 at 11 am in the County Courthouse. Delegates 24 and 24 alternates will be elected with one half vote each and delegates will vote by unit rule.
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Frederick County
Court House
Winchester
L. A. Huyett
R. McCann
H. B. Shull
Roanoke
C. R. McCann
H. E. Shull
Bla Show Firemen Plan to Give
The Sarah Zane Fire Company held a large meeting with First Lieut. J. W. McDonald presiding. Items discussed included the May presentation of the musical Oh Oh Cindy under a professional coach, and plans for the Cumberland Valley firemen's convention in August.
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Sarah Zane Fire Company
J. W. McDonald
J. J. Brown
C. M. Hodgson
R. E. Potts
D. McDonald
G. C. Cooper
W. L. Fisher
Cindy
John B. Rogers
Ohio
Jacob F. Streit
Kate MecVicar
Cumberland Valley Firemen
McDonald
Winchester
Seed Oats Boost at Winchester Seed Co
Seed oats advertised as bumper crop and pedigreed high grade seed oats from Winchester Seed Co Inc. Read as a brief classified notice highlighting available seed oats for planting.
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Winchester Seed Co., Inc
Boy Scout seeks old papers for disposal
A Boy Scout asks residents to notify him if they have any old paper to dispose of, adding the notice is a simple request for community help. The contact style is direct and local, inviting participation from neighbors.
Rains Forecast for Easter Day Parades Across East
Washington April 3 Easter fashion parades across the eastern half of the nation face showers and possible heavy rain as the weather bureau warns of cloudier skies and unsettled temperatures. Unseasonable warmth gives way to showers tomorrow in many states.
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Washington
Weather Bureau
Mississippi River
Colder Weather For Coming Week Forecast
The Weather Bureau forecast for the week starting Monday predicts rain in the Northeastern and Middle Atlantic regions followed by a period of fair and colder conditions.
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Associated Press
Washington
The
Weather Bureau
Northe
Middle Atlantic
Hoover Would Accept Nomination If Party Demands
AP dispatches report Herbert Hoover ready to accept the Republican presidential nomination if required and urging that his name not be plated before other parties. Other items note Chicago switchmen strike halting rail traffic, Amoy mutiny casualties, Pottsville population rise, Lackawanna Steel president death, and John Burroughs birthday message urging cheer.
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Associated Press
New York
Herbert Hoover
Chicago
Milwaukee and St. Paul
Chicago Junction
Pottsville
Washington
Census Bureau
Baltimore
Charles H. McCulloch, Jr
Buffalo
Lackawanna Steel Company
Burroughs
Poughkeepsie
John Burroughs
Yama Farm
Natanoch
Ulster County
Frank Seamon
World
Car of ScaleCide for Delivery
Winchester Orchard Supply advertises a delivery ready car unit for ScaleCide products with phonetic contact details and market listing.
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Winchester - Orchard
Phonic
Labor Wanted for Winchester & Western Railroad
Help wanted advertisement from Winchester & Western Railroad in Winchester Virginia seeks labor at a rate of 3.0 dollars per day with steady employment. The notice is brief and appears in the early 20th century railroad job listings.
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Winchester & Western Railroad
Winchester
British Embassy Pickets End After Good Friday Protest
Washington April 3 picketing of the British embassy by women favoring a Irish republic was called off by leaders. Mrs Thomas Corliss of New York said the State Department was not responsible and had not communicated with the women. We picketed the embassy on Good Friday to remind Great Britain and the State Department of the crucifixion of Christ and that Ireland was being crucified.
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Washington
Trish Republic
Thomas Corliss
New York
State Department
Department
Great Britain
Ireland
John Stainer
Goodwin Williams
Clarke Choral Society
HH. D.ler
Christ Church
Archibald P. Osborne
Berryville
Thomas Burley
Hunter H. McGuire
James R. DuShane
Glass
McGuire
John Waters
St. Thomas’ Protestant Episcopal Church of Washington
Winchester
Purper Arrested After Fatal Attack at Police Station
John W. Purper, 46, is charged with murdering his wife after firing three shots and stabbing her at the police station sidewalk. He then shot at his daughter, missing, and was seized at the scene. He claimed residence on Washington Road.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Stan Wr
John W. Purper
Enite
Pwening
Confiscation Upholds Virginia Auto Seizure Ruling
The Virginia Supreme Court upheld the right to confiscate cars used to transport intoxicating liquor regardless of owner knowledge. Three Richmond cases affirmed seizure, with cars valued at 550, 1500, and 1250 dollars.
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Virginia
Supreme Court
Richmond
E. A. King
Pennington
Ricker
Commonwealth
Hustings Court of
Buckholz
Coulrt
Painting and Papering at 25 W Water St
D. Wyvill offers wall papers and latest designs for painting, paper hanging and floor finishing at 25 West Water Street. Services include painting and wallpapering for homes and offices with skilled finishing.
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Water St
125 Acres Near Winchester With Improvements For Sale
Prominent listing offers 125 acres of cleared land five miles from Winchester with a dwelling, barn, plentiful outbuildings, spring water, and early possession. Attractive price for ready acreage. Goon & Co. Ltd.
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Winchester
Goon. & Coo
Wilson Releases Armenian Report
Major General Harbord led the American commission that investigated Armenia conditions and sent its report to the Senate. The inquiry had been requested by the Senate twice, first last November and again under a recent resolution.
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Associated Press
Washington
U S Agents to Monitor Coal Industry Disputes
Attorney General Palmer directed federal district attorneys to receive and consider complaints of refit eering in bituminous coal. The telegram follows operators publicizing a wage scale increase from 60 cents to 1.25 dollars per ton under the coal price settlement commission terms, prompting the watch.
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Associated Washington
Palmer
District 7
Desirable Lots Near Harris Addition Up for Quick Sale
Mrs. B. F. Browning offers three desirable lots near Harris addition to raise funds for replacing burned buildings. Quick sale sought for immediate action by buyers.
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Harris Addition
B. F. Browning
Flower Shop Easter Specials at 668 S Market St
The Flower Shop advertises Easter gifts and decor including potted plants corsages and bouquets. Offers root painting prints and various floral items with fast availability. Located opposite the Hotel Jack at 668 South Market Street.
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S. Market St Ol
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