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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1925
Page
1
The Associated Press reports a volatile week in grain values with wheat advancing to about 85 cents a bushel and May futures near 1.43. Prices fell sharply overall from prior highs, with declines in corn and oats and a broad selling wave amid fears for the winter wheat crop and bread scarcity.
Private Paul Crouch of the Twenty first Infantry at Schofield Barracks was sentenced to 40 years in the ANA after a general court martial found him guilty of organizing a communist league and disseminating propaganda under the pretext of teaching at army schools.
Former West Virginia governor from 1897 to 1901 dies at his Charleston home aged 80. He served much of his life in public service, including time on the United States Court of Claims and a term in Congress.
The Prince of Wales begins a life on board the battle cruiser as his first leg of a tour to South America and Africa, arriving in the north with Africa noted in the itinerary.
A Berlin Telegraph report states eighteen German miners were killed in a collapse. The incident left several injured and a cameraman among the casualties as rescue efforts continued.
The regular fee of the South Hose Company be held on Monday April 6 at 8 oclock. Every member is required to be present. Signed AGH BUHL, Captain.
G L Branner tire shop announces availability and lower prices for Mohawks and Dayton tires. Offers to retire your car with affordable options.
Money to lend. tes) en 1Aa, P. REARDON.
Agents led by Lone Asher surrounded the Hotel Jack annex building at 9:80 this morning after a search warrant was executed. Jack was charged with liquor possession. several other sites were searched but no liquor found. Plans for further raids were discussed but details remained with police.
In St Meinrad Indiana a fire that threatened the town was checked by a bucket brigade of hundreds of residents salvaging homes as flames spread from the Stall building. The structure was destroyed and damage is estimated at seventy five thousand dollars.
Judge Harry Dingman of Wayne Circuit Court denied a temporary injunction to stop Dodge from selling any part of the estate of Anna Dodge, infant half sister of Duval Dodge. The judge ordered Mrs. Dodge to appear next Wednesday to show cause why an injunction should not be issued. The action aimed to protect Duval Dodge’s interest under the will of Anna Margaret, who died last year.
W A Ryan Gasvey pi invites applications for two typists at Apple Blossom HQ. Must provide machines. Apply in person at Gasvey PI office.
A brief line notes ear corn quantity six barrels shipped by J. Fourteen hundred Iphtt entries indicate a farm product movement. The fragment confirms agricultural trade activity with archival reference to Pias and shipping at a local port.
The director-general of the Apple Blossom Festival discusses using broadcasting to publicize the event. He proposes delaying a release until a firm date is set to allow a comprehensive plan and a nationwide radio announcement. The reply favors delaying until the date is fixed and coordinating a nationwide broadcast.
Frederick H. Groehl Chapman’s counsel filed notice of appeal after a guilty verdict for murder. Charles Murphy moved to set aside the verdict, denied by Judge Jennings. Groehl cites adverse prejudice as grounds for a possible reversal. Jury reportedly took only one ballot.
The Pennsylvania Railroad and Southern Railway will offer one fare for round trips to Winchester for the Apple Blossom Festival. Officials said they will arrange details. Norfolk and Western also grants a reduced round trip from Hagerstown to Waynesboro via Berryville for festival travellers.
Col Rufus E Longan, superintendent of Bay View Asylum, declined appointment as warden of the Maryland penitentiary and house of correction to succeed Col Claude B Sweezey. He told state welfare officials he could not accept without full approval of the Mayor and charities board who wished to retain him.
Misses Daisy and Madeline Pennington of Greenwood spent the day with friends in the city. Rev N W Russell of Lewisburg W Va spent a few days this week with his brother A W Russell and family of North Market Street after returning from conference in Washington. Mrs Mary Verlanic of Martinsburg shopped in town today. Mrs Amanda Comer returned to Hagerstown after visiting her son Thomas Comer at New Market and her brother Henry Reditt at Tie.
In parliamentary debate yesterday Lady Astor and Labor MP A Hayday sparred over remarks about drink policy. Hayday defended his personal stance, while Lady Astor denied sinister implications. The issue hinges on a Commons session pending Monday when Hayday plans to raise the matter.
The Star prints a letter endorsing Major Robert T. Barton for the Virginia Legislature. The writer praises Barton's service in overseas campaigns, his American Legion membership, and status as a major in the Virginia National Guard. He argues Barton is upright, courageous, and better suited than Clarke county’s opponent, urging ex servicemen and citizens to vote for him. Winchester, Va. April 3, 1925.
NEW YORK April 4 Segregation of the anthracite coal holdings of the Delaware and Hudson Company was proposed today by the railroad s board of managers. Stockholders at their annual meeting May 12 will be asked to approve the transfer of the coal properties to a new corporation all the stock of which will be held by the Delaware and Hudson Company.
The administration of D. W. Mellwee will sell several new cars at low prices including a Paige Brougham, Jewett sedan, Jewett coupe, and Jewett touring special plus many good used cars. T. Russell Cather, Administrator. Contact 3-3141p-61.
In Chicago on April 4, forty members of the Showmen's League of America were held up in a club room in the business district by six men, two armed with shotguns. They robbed the men of money and jewelry totaling about $20,000, escaping after forcing the victims into an adjoining room and threatening them with death if they stirred for five minutes, while wives on a floor below remained unaware.
Palm Sunday services will be held at the Church of the Sacred Heart with a blessing of palms at high mass beginning at 10 45. The Rev Father T A Rankin will lead. An appropriate musical program by the choir will follow. Evening devotions and benedictions are set for 7 36 o clock.
Mr. W. F. Mingle of Mifflintown Pennsylvania will be the guest of Reverend J. S. Carpenter at Woodstock until Tuesday.
Miss Agnes Moller of Charles Town arrives today and will reside at No. 303 East Piccadilly Street as her new home.
Empire Theatre in Winchester announces a Spring program with major hits and guaranteed crowd-pleasers for Easter week. The management promises a lineup sourced from leading companies, aiming to exceed any previous one week program and usher in bigger future events for Empire patrons.
Community group urges donations to Apple Blossom Festival fund. Mail checks to HM SSartelle, treasurer, with payment details and date code 4-25-1p-11.
Easter order now open for April 12. The Flower Shop invites customers to place early orders for seasonal arrangements and Easter bouquets.
White Sulphur Inn announces its opening with chicken and waffle dinner service from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The notice highlights a menu start and hours, inviting patrons to dine at the newly opened establishment.
Auction item listing shows sheep and calves for sale on Tuesday in April at Bunker Hill. The entry references L. C. Hoffman and vendor initials b 4 4 tp 11. Details are fragmented and the exact time or prices are not provided.
Readers raise questions about the paper's straw poll method in Virginia. They ask who is selected to receive ballots, whether voters are qualified, how ballots are allocated among districts and counties, and whether divisions are proportional.
The forecast calls for showers in the North and Middle Atlantic early in the week, spreading to southern New England then easing toward normal temperatures. Cloudy skies expected at the start with near normal highs and lows through the period.
Miss Louise Morris and Dr J B Herrinville served on the committee naming Berryville Apple Blossom Festival participants. Miss Harris was chosen as Woman’s club humanized candidate and will appear in the pageant as Princess Clerke. Her father serves as secretary and manager at Winchester Memorial Hospital.
Easter morning notice outlines a four day period without sunshine. WEVATE SAW appears with the code 4-4-1p-11 indicating a scheduling or filing reference. The fragment suggests a legal or civic notice context from a newspaper page segment.
New York trading opened brisk today as motor shares led the market higher while grain settlements paused. Buying of motors followed Deer ers inc to a new motor industry push as spring sales gain pace. Public utilities and egg stocks showed strength with strong closes, totaling about 460000 shares traded.
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