Youths to bear main burden of defense in coming war
Washington reports that United States must mobilize 2 060 000 young men in the next two years under universal liability to service. The plan targets ages 20 to 25 for frontline troops with second and third lines to follow, while defense preparations expand depots, logistics, and sea lanes protection.
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America
The
Star
Washington
Wilson
Congress
House
England
Probate granted for Briscoe C. Shull will
The late Briscoe C. Shull died recently and his will dated April 15, 1898 was admitted to probate in Winchester Corpora tion Court. The will leaves all his estate to his widow Emma Shull absolutely and she has qualified as executrix with a $10,000 bond.
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Briscoe C. Shull
Corporation Court of
Winchester
Emma Shull
Sale of Desirable Country Home Near Winchester
The Keller property, about fourteen acres with a new eight room dwelling and an excellent well, lies on Berryville pike about three and a half miles from Winchester. It will be sold at public auction in front of Court House at 12 o'clock on Saturday April 15. See Sale Bill.
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Keller
Winchester
Berryville Pike
Court House
Quart a Month Law Is Held By Court As Constitutional
The Virginia State Supreme Court denied an appeal by W. E. Wiley of Lynchburg in a prohibition case. Wiley was fined $500 and jailed two months for bringing a quart of liquor from Westlington into the state. The court's decision suggests the one quart limit remains constitutional.
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Richmond
State Supreme Court
W. E. Wiley
Lynchburg
Corporation Court
Westlington
Supreme Court
Wiley
Union Sta
Iveithout
City Expansion 10 Themed by Noted Speakers
City Manager Arthur M. Field leads an expansion movement with broad democratic aims. An executive committee will direct a new chamber of commerce to organize, inspired by plans used in many cities and backed by the American City Bureau for lasting success.
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Arthur M. Field
Chamber of Commerce
United States
American City Bureau
Prices Paid Today In Grain Markets
Baltimore wholesale market report shows spot wheat at 2.28 and corn at 1.32 after a big afternoon session. Winchester dealers posted 2.23 for wheat after the market close.
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Baltimore
Winchester
London meeting lauds President Wilson in Albert Hall
A mass meeting in Albert Hall crowded with flags of the United States and allied nations praised President Wilson and the United States. Resolutions expressed American loyalty in England as several wealthy American women abroad sent cables endorsing his Congress speech.
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London
Albert Hall
Wilson
United States
England
Congress
Germans Bitter Against America in German Press
Berlin reports that German newspapers express hostility toward the United States joining the war. Critics say U S entry comes too late to aid the Entente, noting delays, transport shortages, and limited artillery. Some editors mock America as seeking gold and business expansion.
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United States
Major Moraht
Germany
Europe
America
England
Cakes and Pastry Sale Near Hotel Jack Site
A bake sale event featuring cakes and pastry novelties is planned for Saturday afternoon April 7 near the Hotel Jack, organized by Philathea Class of Baptist Church. Proceeds support church activities.
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Hotel Jack
Philathea
Class of Baptist Churche
Morphine Found On Driver After Collision In Virginia
Robert Mitchell a colored cab driver was fined five dollars plus costs after a collision with a motorcycle driven by Frank L Williams and Private Harry Allemong of Company I Second Virginia Regiment. A search at police custody found morphine tablets on Mitchell who claimed he found them in a room used by a veterinarian.
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Robert Mitchell
Frank L. Williams
Harry Allemong
Second
Virginia Regiment
National
Mitchell
J. Robert Doran
Mitchel
Doran
Wise
Chicago Tribune Defies Censorship Policy in Editorial
The Chicago Tribune vows to defy censorship legislation aimed at suppressing military secrets to cover up incompetence. The editorial says it welcomes sensible censorship but will publish facts about scandals and typhoid camps, and editors will face penalties if they are held accountable.
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Chicago
Chicago Tribune
Tribune
Auction on Main Street for Household Goods
In Fluddox yard on Main street Saturday April 7 at 1.49 PM a large lot of good furniture will be sold. Don t miss it. A G Swanson Auctioneer. 4 1p 2t.
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Fluddox Yard
Main Street
A. G. Swanson
Women Organize for Their Part in Coming War
Winchester Virginia War Relief Association branch held its first meeting April 3 at Andley Library. Mrs H H McGwire was appointed chairman and outlined membership rules, a $1 annual fee, and four sections to produce dressings on Tuesdays and Fridays.
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Winchester
the War ‘Relief Association of Virginia
Andley
H. H. McGwire
Virginia War Relief Commission
Home Guard Drill Tonight
The bi-weekly Home Guard drill happens tonight at eight o clock prompt. If men report on time they will be dismissed shortly after eight. This Tuesday night aims to reach sixty or more volunteers and urges everyone to come out and do their part.
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Home Guard
Elis Install Their Officers at Winchester Lodge
Winchester Lodge No. 867 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks installed the officers last night before a large gathering. Elected weeks ago, the lineup includes Exalted Ruler W. L. Fultz Esteemed Leading Knight M. A. Doran Esteemed Loyal Knight G. Fred Yeakley Esteemed Lecturing Knight Glennon Ryan Secretary J. Robert Doran Treasurer Mifflin W. Clowe and Tyler Sender Feinburg.
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Winchester Lodge
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Order
W. L. Fultz
M. A. Doran
G. Fred. Yeakley
Glennon Ryan
J. Robert Doran
Mifflin W. Clowe
Tyler Sender Feinburg
Settlement notice for Thos P Greybeal firm
All persons owing the firm of Thos P Greybeal will please settle as soon as convenient. THOS P GREYBRAL 5101st 310 W Cecil St.
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Thos. P. Greybeal
P. Graybral
Penfield to Return Home From Vienna
Washington reports the State Department said Ambassador Penfield and Mrs. Penfield will depart Vienna tomorrow for Washington. No date for his return was given and officials would not discuss the Austrian crisis or whether he will come back to Vienna. Secretary Grew will run the embassy in his absence.
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Washington
State Department
Ambassador Penfield
Penfield
Vienna
Department
Switzerland
Grew
Notice on street improvements and service moratorium
All persons take notice that after July 1st 1917 none of the streets to be improved will be permitted to be opened for a new sewer water or gas service for one year's time. By order of Common Council.
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Common Council
Delegates Meet at County Camp Office Saturday Evening
Delegates and alternates are earnestly requested to gather at T. R. Cather's office on Saturday April 7 at 8 o'clock p m for an important meeting.
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T. R. Cather
Spelling Match Set for Ridgeway Hall Event
A spelling contest between Pu lp-1t Pils and friends of Bunker Hill and Ridgeway High Schools will be at Ridgeway Hall on Friday night April 6. Rewards await the best spellers. all are invited. COMMITTEE notes a bright future for Frederick Co in peach district. growers urged to plant proper tree varieties. Mountain View Nursery Co offers terms and varieties.
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Bunker Hill
Ridgeway
Ridgeway Hall
Liday
Frederick Co
Mountain View
Gery Ca
Young Men Held for Trial on an Assault Charge
Gold Parson and Henry Shireley, prominent North Frederick county youths, were held in $500 bail each by Justice A L Tavenner for a preliminary hearing on Saturday April 14. Isaac Whitacre, the elderly victim, was unable to attend due to injuries from a stone assault, with his condition improving while he awaits trial.
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Acre
A. L Tavenner
Isaac Whitacre
Whitacre
Whitclere
Merchants Must Obtain Licenses Before May First
Winchester merchants are informed they must secure licenses to sell soft drinks in the Corporation Court by May 1. After that date, unlicensed sale will be illegal and subject to a penalty. Mr and Mrs Russell Bates welcome a son at Border View Farm.
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Winchester
Corporations Court
Wecause
Democratic Floor Leader Set to Oppose War Resolution
It was reported today that Representative Claude Kitchin of North Carolina plans to vote and speak against the Flood-Martin war resolution. His stance may jeopardize his leadership and political standing within the Democratic Party.
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Claude Kitchin
North Carolina
House
Mr. Kitchin
War Vote Looms as House Debates Anti War Speech
The Democratic floor leader prepares a bitter anti war speech for delivery tonight as friends reportedly argue against it. Rumors say Kitchin is sweating blood but no confirmation of administration desertion. The April 8 action sees the Senate voting 82 to 6 to claim a state of war and commit national resources. The House aims for similar free debate and a decisive record opposing the President's stance, with continuation promised on page four.
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Kitchin
Washington
Congress
Senate
Prowse
Ankles
Thire
Germany
Two Belgian Relief Ships Sunk By German Submarine
Amsterdam reports the Belgian relief steamer Trecior bound for Rotterdam with grain for refugees was sunk by a German submarine off the Dutch coast. Six crewmen were wounded as the vessel was shelling the area, with crew members tended afterward. New York dispatches note another relief ship Pelristen sunk, likely by a mine, while sailing from New York February 15 to Rotterdam under Norwegian registry and Captain Ospedt.
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Amsterdam
Trecior
New York
Rotterdam
Atte Tré
Compte
Hs Enmearine
Amerieid
Belgium
Sunday School Music Program at Market Street Church
The Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Sunday school plans special music for Master Sunday afternoon. The wash cal program begins about 8 o'clock with selections by the large Sunday orchestra.
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Market St. Methodist Episcopal Church
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