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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1920

Page

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Easter Storm Spreads From Plains to Atlantic Coast

The Easter storm moves east with rain and snow forecast from the Appalachians to the Rocky Mountains. Freezing temps expected in southern states, with frost likely in the east gulf region and parts of the deep south. Snowfalls reported in Alabama and a warm blizzard study in the central states as farmers brace for impact.

Associated Press Washington Southwest Middlewest Appalachian Rocky Mountains Weather Bureau Appalachians Virginia Maryland Delaware Pistret Columbia North Carolina South Carolina Georgia East Gulf States Florida Tennessee Ohio Valley Texas Louisiana Mississippi Alabama Birmingham Ala Florence

Deny Disloyalty to President Wilson Amid Flood of Reports

Senator Glass denies the published reports questioning loyalty to President Wilson and lauds his wartime leadership. Congressman Harrison of the district refutes claims of discord with the Virginia delegation, calling the articles unfounded and praising Wilson’s achievements.

Jee Hadge Wilson Glass Republican Congress Harrison Daily News Record Harrisonburg Virginia Congress

Methodist Conference Plans in Washington for Three Meetings

Dozens of Winchester Methodists depart for Washington where three distinct conferences will meet simultaneously at Metropolitan Memorial Church First Church Southeast and Mount Vernon Place Church. Bishops will decide pastor appointments and a joint ordination is planned at Metropolitan Church on April 11 for the Asbury Memorial Association.

Winchester Washington Metropolitan Memorial Church William F. McDowell First Church Southeast Luther F. Warner Mount Vernon Place Church Hendrix Baltimore Methodist Episcopal Church, South Maryland Methodist Protestant Church Methodist Episcopal Church Mount Vernon Place Asbury Memorial Association Metropolitan Church

Lots for Sale Near Harris Addition

Burned buildings funds drive prompts sale of three desirable lots near Harris addition. Seller listed as Mrs B F Browning. Obscure OCR text mentions quick buyer and price to be cheap.

Harris Addition B. F. Browning

Stolen Bicycle Report and Lexington Weekend Registration

A resident offers a reward for a bicycle stolen from home on a Saturday night with a Hudson rear tire and a punctured front tire. The note also records C. E. Woodward and Edwin E. Polk from Lexington, Virginia, registered at Hotel Evans for the weekend.

Kenneth Henry Cork Messrs C. E. Woodward Edwin E. Polk Lexington, Va Hotel Evans

Neighbors in Skiff Rescue Family Amid Missouri Flood

North Omaha residents were marooned as the Missouri River flooded. Neighbors in a skiff rescued a family of six children after their house was partly submerged.

North Omaha

Miss Miller Seeks Easter Recitals in Philadelphia

Miss Minnie A. Miller travels to Philadelphia for Easter concerts with the Philadelphia Orchestra featuring Heifetz and Gabrilowitsch. She plans to return to Winchester to reopen her piano studio on Thursday, April 8. The notice then shifts to an advertisement for Arsenate of Lead from Winchester Orchard Supply, promoting delivery readiness and safety in fruit and foliage treatment.

Minnie A. Miller Philadelphia Philadelphia Orchestra Heifetz Gabrilowitsch Miss Miller Winchester Winchester Orchard Dany

Stolen Wallet Recovered After Night at Dunlop’s

The wallet stolen at Dunlop’s boarding house from Last, Peacemaker of Good, West Virginia, containing nearly $3000 in negotiable notes, was found by Mrs. Dunlop behind a wall picture. Chief Doran learned a young man jailed for 90 days for another crime had slept in the same room and, after questioning, reportedly confessed to stealing the wallet.

Dunlop Good W. Va Jerry Dunlop Doran Peacemaker

French reported moving eastward

Paris reports secrecy over military precautions in the Rhine occupation zone. A rumor says General De Gonttes army moved from Mainz and Wiesbaden toward Frankfurt, but the war office would not confirm. Officers and Easter leave soldiers are recalled to units.

Associated Press Paris sApril Miller Foch Tfakee Rhine de Gonttes Maeyence Wiesbaden Frankfort War Office

American Legion Statement on Candidate Military Records

The Robert Y. Conrad Post of the American Legion says posts will not state or influence military records of political candidates. Members may individually request and cite such records at their discretion. W. A. Baker, Commander, Robert Y. Conrad Post, American Legion.

Robert Y. Conrad American Legion Legion W. A. Baker Robert Y. Corrad The

Ford Model Stolen at Plaza. $25 Reward Offered

Car stolen from the plaza on Saturday April 3 is a 1920 Model five passenger touring Ford with motor No 3 761 217 license Nov 106 757. A $25 reward is offered for recovery by W Smith Route 3 City. Seed oats advertised by Winchester Seed Co Inc noted in the same item.

W. Smith

Boy Scout Requests Old Paper For Disposal

A Boy Scout seeks old newspapers or paper waste from residents for disposal assistance and asks to notify him with any available donations.

City Democratic Primary Set for Tuesday Votes

The city holds a Democratic primary tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for mayor and three council seats in each ward. Incumbent Dr. Julian F. Ward faces William W. Glass for mayor. ward one candidates include Baker Grim Fultz Hable and Anderson. ward two has three nominees Sale McVicar and Page with no opposition.

Julian F. Ward William W. Glass Messrs. W. A. Baker Hunter B. Grim W. L. Fultz Herman HH. Hable Charles KR. Anderson

District Nurse Association Meeting Notice

The District Nurse Association will meet in the Council Chamber of City Hall on Wednesday April 7 at 4 p.m. The notice appears in local civic postings for members and attendees.

Nurse Ass'n District Nurse Association Council Chamber of City Hall

Laborers Wanted at New Cold Storage Plant

Job notice seeking laborers for a new cold storage plant. Apply to foreman on grounds, with 5-1lp-6t as reference.

Many Unite With Lutheran Church Easter Confirmation

Sixty three persons became members of Grace Lutheran Church yesterday by confirmation baptism and letter. The new members were received by Rev A A Kelly. The offering by church and Sunday school totaled 1225 dollars. The church interior was decorated in white and green for Easter. Solos were sung by Hugh S Duffey Thomas F Burley and Harry Grim. The pastor preached at morning and evening services with Easter day themes.

Grace Lutheran Church A. A. Kelly Messrs Hugh Duffey Thomas F. Burley Harry Grim

Car Of Scaleicide For Delivery Winchester Orchard Supply

Delivery ad for Winchester Orchard Supply Co offering car service and delivery from 301 N Market St with phone number 313.

Winchester Orchard Supply CO Market ST

Labor Wanted Three Dollars Per Day

Labor sought at Winchester and Western Railroad in Winchester Virginia offering steady employment and a daily wage of three dollars. Applicants urged to apply at the Winchester office for positions available.

Winchester & Western Ilroad Winchester

Cold Wave Forecast Threatens Fruit Crops

A blizzard swept the middle west and a special weather warning cautions of a cold wave with freezing temperatures. The forecast notes possible damage to peaches and small fruit while apples seem less at risk as bloom is not yet advanced. Local notes describe continuing frigid conditions and eastward movement.

Middle West Weather Bureau Virginia

Beware of Inferior Seed Warns Virginia Agriculture Dept

The Virginia seed law requires clear information on seed quality. The Virginia Department of Agriculture analyzed samples from A A Berry Seed Co and American Mutual Seed Co finding timothy and clover misrepresented and weed seeds present. Farmers are urged to submit samples to the State Seed Laboratory for analysis before purchasing seed.

Virginia Virginia Department of Agriculture A. A. Berry Seed Company Clarinda Iowa Department — of Agriculture American Mutual Seed Co Chicago A &T Department Bulletin of the

Thousand Railway Yard Workers To Be Laid Off

Chicago reports 50,000 stock yard workers to lose jobs after a switchmen strike and express embargo disrupts movement. Receipts fall sharply with only 3,500 cattle 500 hens and 600 sheep vs 40,000 hogs last year. American Railway Company imposes embargo to curb shipments.

Chicago American Railway Company

Incendiary Fires Cease in Ireland

Police inquiries across Landerry Cork Belfast and Sligo indicate no renewal of the Easter Eve wave of incendiarism last night, following a period of arson across the island.

Ireland Associated Press Belfast Landerry Cork Sligo

William Arthur Ryan Arrives At Memorial Hospital

A son named William Arthur Ryan was born last week to Mr. and Mrs. Roland Ryan at Memorial Hospital. The baby was christened William Arthur Ryan after his grandfathers. Mother and child are reported doing well.

Roland Ryan Memorial Hospital William Arthur Ryan

Prime 125 Acre Cleared Land Near Winchester For Sale

Seventy five percent cleared 125 acre tract six miles from Winchester features a dwelling barn and abundant Caras spring water. Attractive price and possession available.

Winchester

Union Hopes to Break Spried Walkout Andrews

Union leaders from several cities converge amid a walkout to prevent work stoppage. Whitney appeals for strike breakers as officials seek enough workers tonight to keep essential services running.

Spried Brotherhood Whitney Enouga

Train Service Demoralized by Unauthorized Strike

Chicago April 5 Reports from eleven railroads show heavy snow and an unauthorized switchmen strike threatening to shut freight and interurban service. Police held in reserve as officials warned militia could be called. about 2,500 switchmen out at midnight with up to 9,000 affected.

Chicago Flo

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