Wires Aboard Furious First Landing After War Efforts
The London Times reports that aircraft launched from the British warship Furious succeeded in landing on the deck for the first time after prior attempts failed. The development marks a new use of air power in naval operations during the war. President Warren plans to nominate nine members to the Labor Board to be based in Chicago, with three from the public, three from railroads, and three from labor, each earning $10 000 annually.
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London Times
Ashington
Doo Allooed
White House
Transportation Act
Chicago
Railroads
Picketing at British Embassy by Irish Republic Advocates
In VALI TON April 5 the British embassy faced resumed picketing by women supporting an Irish republic led by Mrs. James Walsh of New York. The activists used relay marches in a drizzling rain, mirroring militant suffrage tactics. two police officers watched with no orders to intervene.
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Associated Press
Vali Ton
James ‘Walsh
New York
White House
Trainmen Strike Dispute Settled on Chicago Rock Island Link
The conflict between trainmen and officials of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railroad over working conditions has been resolved. An agreement was signed, clearing differences not tied to switchmen's concerns.
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Chicago, Rock Raiload
Island
Pacific
Officials eye regional cult case in Jamaica
Local officials investigate a reported cult incident in Jamaica amid growing concerns about safety and religious gatherings. Authorities say the case involves multiple suspects, with investigations ongoing and no arrests made at this time.
Market Reversal Halted By Leaders
In New York on April 5 the market swung under foreign situation pressures as oils motors and steels fell 1 to 6 points amid heavy trading. Leaders then rallied on exchange gains with the British rate rising above 4 for the first time since December. Easy money aided loans, with call rates at 7 per cent as Crucible steel and motors led gains of 3 to 10 points before a strong close.
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Associated Bells
New York
Crucible
Eteel
sToss Points
Honor Roll At Branson School Names Listed
Branson School announces its honor roll for March with students including Miss Magda, Zinn, Hugh Brill, Junior Huyett, Robert Riley, Owen Shutts, Clayt Shutts, Mildred Boyce, Emily Light, and Arvella Shutts. Teacher Mrs Zinn oversees the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chool
Miss Magdawas
Branson Public
Slene Zinn
Hugh Brill
Junior Huyett
Robert Riley
Owen Shutts
Clayt Shutts
Mildred Boyce
Emily Light
Arvella Shutts
Hard Coal Miners Expected To Sign Wage Pact
New York April 5 Philip Murray vice president of the United Mine Workers announced that an agreement on a new wage scale for the anthracite coal fields is expected within two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philip Murray
United Mine Workers
Jerusalem Easter clash leaves 188 casualties
An Easter Sunday conflict in Jerusalem caused 188 casualties, mostly minor. Military forces secured control of the area following the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Jerusalem
Millions of Tiny Germs Cause Your Catarrh
The ad claims catarrh stems from germs in blood and touts S. S. S. as a cure. It warns against sprays and douches and promises relief after cleansing the blood. It offers free medical advice and directs readers to contact a Georgia address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. S
Swift Laboratory
Atlanta, Ga
Winchester closes revival as Evangelist George Wiley aids
By last night the campaign reached a climax with two strong messages. Nine seeking baptism and church admission presented themselves, signaling spiritual impact across Baptist and other congregations. The Star and its management are thanked for their coverage and for sharing extracts to reach those unable to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Das
George Wiley
Winchester
First Baptist Church
The
Star
Staunton Small Increase in Virginia Population
Census Bureau figures show Staunton Virginia at 10 617, up only thirteen in ten years. Harrisonburg leads Virginia gains with 20.5 percent, while Richmond contends for largest city as Norfolk eyes the capital’s position.
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Staunton
Harrisonburg
Winchester
Virginia
Richmond
Norfolk
Frederickshorg
Community league formed in Clarke County meeting plan
Berryville April 5 Clarke County residents met at Scaleby to organize a community fare league and plan a mass meeting for April 10. Directors announce toll gate hours on the Berryville Winchester turnpike will be kept down from 5 am to 9 pm after April 16. Harvey Rose, Clarke County farmer and son of Charles and Mrs Rose, died Wednesday of pneumonia leaving a wife Nora Bell and one child. Rev L F Harper accepted a call to Berryville. Miss Mary Isbell of Wortley, noted relative of Col Thomas Montague, died last Sunday at her home. Russell Sullivan bought the Russell farm in Longs Marsh district, 266 acres, for 30000.
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Berryville
Winchester
Harvey Rose
Clarke County
Charles Rose
Charles Town
Nora Bell
L. F. Harper
Mary Isbell
Isbell
To Show County Pictures This Week
A Gainesboro school house meeting Wednesday night April 7 730 pm invites the public especially local women. Frederick county fall glides shown titled The Life of a Farm Woman aims to educate and entertain. County home demonstration agent Miss Haynes will speak and discuss the pictures with the audience.
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Gainesboro
Frederick County
Miss Haynes
Car Accident Promptly Repaired at Police Request
An automobilist, known to police, last evening knocked down a vehicle and damaged property on Main and Cork streets. He is asked to call at police headquarters to pay for the damage. Mrs. Clarence H. Cookus of Washington DC visits son Harry H. Cookus on Am Seiadherst Street.
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Main
Cork
Clarence H. Cookus
Washington, D. C
Harry H. Cookus
Am- Seiad
Better Than Calomel Dr Olive Tablets Claim
An advertising blurb touts Dr Olive Tablets as a safer alternative. It highlights Edwards or Edwards determination as a feature, promoting the product as superior to calomel for mild colon health effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Edwards
Edwards
Admirals Blame Escort Vessels For Brest Convoy Issues
Admiral Henry B. Wilson testified that yachts forming the Brest convoy escort were unsuitable for Atlantic high seas. He said he refused to send transports to sea under such camouflage escorts unless ordered by Vice Admiral Sims and urged basing a stronger destroyer force at Brest for American troop and supply convoys.
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Ted Press
NGTON
William B. Fletcher
Brest
Henry B. Wilson
Naval Bon
Fletcher
Admiral Sims
Wilson
Sims
Michigan primary voting amid Easter blizzard
Voters across Michigan cast ballots today despite heavy snowfall and drifting highways. Republican contenders included Governor Frank Lowden and General Leonard Wood while Hoover appeared on both tickets. Palmer led the Democratic slate with McL.
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Associated Press
Detroit
Mich
Michigan
Frank 90. Lowden
Leonard Wood
Hiram W. Johnson
Pershing
Miles Poindexter
W. G. Simpson
Herbert Hoover
Palmer
W. G. Mc
Miss Helen Clark to Wed Joseph Casey in Scranton
Miss Helen Virginia Clark daughter of Mr and Mrs James Clark will wed Joseph Gerard Casey of Scranton Pennsylvania at St Patrick s Church next Wednesday. Hostesses from Baltimore and Washington plan luncheons and a bridge party and a pre nuptial reception and dance are slated for Daisy s.
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Sn Hotel
Helen Virginia Clark
James Clark
Joseph Gerard Casey
Scranton
St Patrick’s Church
Anna Fesenmeter
Baltimore
Fort Cumberland
Miss Clark
Will
Hivrs. Philp
Washington Street
Jack Cunningham
Washington
Clark
Port Cumberland
Daisy's
Winchester post office lists unclaimed letters for week ending April 3 1920
The Winchester Virginia post office publishes unclaimed letters for the week ending April 3 1920. Names include M. gon Rev and Mrs H B Bowden Miss Nannie Copenhaver Nordern C MP Hillyard Miss wich Miss Walla J W Sibert Postmaster. Also notes of residents traveling and visitors in town.
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Winchester
M. Gon
H. B. Bowden
Nannie Copenhaver
Nordern C
Easter Week Notices and Local Visits in Virginia and Maryland
A rounded set of society notes from Ashby and nearby towns records pastors leaving for Washington Baltimore conference and finances meeting. Visitors include Dana Martin Fred Sheppe Joseph Snapp John Snapp and families with various relatives from White Hall Bunker Hill Berryville and Reaty. Local events feature the Willing Workers Bible Class play praised and Easter weekend travel to New Market and Washington.
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Brucetown
Vaq
D. Inan
Washington Paltimore
Dana Martin
Fred
Hagers- Sheppe
Balti
George Wrng
Joseph Snapp
John Snapp
Janney’ McKee
Melvin
White Hall
J. Swimley
Corrie Swimley
Bunker Hill
Albert Clendenius
Charlotte Pangle
Claude
Edward Helvestine
Berryville
Douglass O'Connell
Joseph O’connell
Washington
Thomas Price
New Market
Fannie Smithey
C. Dart
John_Sehlac
Reaty
Local Families Rough Inflow Amid Flu Spread
The village reports widespread flu with many families, including Mrs. Charles and Mr. J Snapp's relatives, illness touching multiple households. Notable visitors include Mr. J McKinley Fishel and Mr. James Fishel visiting from Stephens City and Baltimore.
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Charles
Fishel
Ashington
Baltimore
J. B. Snapp
McKinley Fishel
Stephens City
James Fishel
Samuel Swimley, Jr
Samuel Lee
Welsh
Appointed School Trustee in Frederick County
An order of the Circuit Court of Frederick County appoints G. M. Carson as school trustee for Stonewall district to succeed the resigned John T. Hott. James McFadden of Niagara Park New York is visiting relatives in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Frederick County
G. M. Carson
Stonewall
John T. Hott
James McFadden
Niagara Park, N.Y
Motor Trucks Grow More Useful on Farms
In recent years tractors have shifted from sole use in plowing and threshing to harvesting seedbeds drilling hauling and other tasks. The motor truck is presented by salesmen as a profitable multi purpose farm vehicle beyond plowing and hauling.
Power Farming: Trucks and Tractors for Farm Use
The piece compares hauling crops to market with farm trucking needs and argues farmers buy trucks and tractors for broad, multi use applications. It outlines two hauling classes road and farm and notes farm use often dominates trucking demand.
Cumberland Valley Railro Transfer Moves to Water Street Depot
The Cumberland Valley Railroad completes its transfer from Baltimore and Ohio tracks to the Cumberland Valley depot on Water Street. Local agent M B Smoke reports the move completed with no service interruption. Repairs and improvements at the station, roundhouse, and tracks were finished for Easter service. The switch consolidates Cumberland Valley under Pennsylvania Railroad control linking with its Harrisonburg route. Officials note historical consolidation trends amid this transition.
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Cumberland Valley
Pennsylvania Rail
Baltimore and Ohio
M.B. Smoke
Ciliste, Jpa
Baltime and
Ohio
Cumberla Valley
Yast Ce Herland Valley
West End
Windie
Pennsylvania
Harrisonb Pa
Pennsylvania Road
Penns
Rai
Interes
Straw Roughage for Stock
Soy bean straw from threshing soybeans makes good roughage for all stock. It does not dry up cows and may increase milk production. In seed-crop regions, straw is baled after threshing and sold to dairymen and stock feeders.
Essentials of Pig Care and Feeding for Sows and Pigs
Guidance outlines sow comfort in farrowing pens and individual litter care at harrowing. Emphasizes exercise and sunshine for young pigs and generous grain feeding alongside the dam's milk.
The Way Out Idea from London Answers
A witty London Answers line proposes that if two men or a machine fail, a woman with a hairpin should be given the task. The remark implies quick decisive action and versatility in problem solving.
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London
Fragmentary rural notes mix seeds hogs and housing advice
The text notes seed and manure to improve bare pasture, hog housing and bedding changes, cooling cellars, incubator use, and references to office work and station experiments. It also wanders into odd name examples and a political cat remark, with scattered phrases about unity and tea names.
Mirror Dress Fragment Described From Sixteenth Century Garment
A fragment notes a dress with a mirror at the breast, oval in shape and about four size, part of a sixteenth century garment.
Daily Thought Exalts Birth Rhythm in Saintly Verse
A brief fragment reflects on a person blessed by being born earlier, celebrating a favorable fate. The line evokes a timeless, contemplative mood and hints at a cultural value placed on birth timing within a poetic tradition.
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Pugene
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Alson’ S. Hott
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C. EB. Hoover
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T. W. Harrison
Thomas Cover
Fairmont Avenue
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