Frankfort Occupied by French Troops Presses Beyond City
Frankfort was occupied without incident by French troops led by cavalry followed by infantry and artillery. The operation extends around the bridge head of Mayence about 18 miles with no opposition, only surrendered German volunteers. Italy pledges moral support but refuses military action. Britain and Italy have not replied to France’s notification. The French say they will evacuate cities once Germans retreat from neutral zones.
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Frankfort
Mayence
Popolo Romano
France
Italy
Paris
Great Britain
Darmdstadt
Rhineland
HUNS
Millerand
Reichwehr
Radi
Call Clash on Monday Near Essen In 1920s Sketch
Fighting began early Monday near Essen as Reichswehr and workers clashed with aerotal effect. By 11 o clock the Reds fired rifles and machine guns and troops added mines, with several houses in the outskirts of Alien.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Essen
Reichswehr
Reichswehrs
Boys Sentenced to Reform School for Home Robbery
Five boys confessed to robbing ex Senator S Lupton's home and received Reform School sentences until adulthood with conditions. Bentley Cather Joseph Cather and Hubert Cather Ira Haines and Richard Butler must attend school report weekly and be home by 5 each night. Failure to comply will send them to Reform School immediately. Senator Lupton asked no prosecution as most stolen items were returned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Lucien Lupton
Ma Reform School
Talbot
Bentley Cather
Joseph Cather
Hubert Cather
Ira Haines
Richard, Butler
Justice Talbot
Reform School
Byrd Sells Apple Orchard Near Northwestern Grade
A deed records transfer of 28 acre apple orchard west of the city to Clifton Price from Harry F. Byrd and wife for 14250 dollars. The tract includes the orchard and no buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry F. Byrd
Clifton Price
Labor Wanted Three Dollars Per Day
Help wanted advertisement offering steady employment on the Winchester and Western Railroad in Winchester Virginia. Position seeks laborers with wage of three dollars per day. declares immediate hiring and regular work opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester & Western Railroad
Winchester
For Sale One New Essex Touring Car at Bromley’s Garage
Lot of for sale notices advertise one new Essex Touring Car at Bromley’s Garage. Another item lists several lots near Harris addition for quick sale to raise funds after a fire, attributed to Mrs. B. F. Browning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bromley’s
Harris Addition
B. F. Browning
Seed Oats From Winchester Co Claim High Grade Line
Advertisement states Try Herrell's seed oats line including Winchester pedigreed oats. Promotes a bumper crop claim with pedigreed, high grade seed oats and notes a Winchester company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester 8 Co
ING
Ministers Take Big Report To Baltimore Conference
The Winchester district Methodist Episcopal Church South ministers travel to Baltimore for the annual conference at Mount Vernon Place Church led by Bishop Hendrix. Rev. F M Richardson preaches opening sermon. report praises salary, growth, and new Congo missions support. Reappointment expected for Richardson at Braddock Street Church.
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Winchester
Methodist Episcopal ‘Church
South
Washington
Baltimore
Mount Vernon Place
E. R. Hendrix
F. M. Richardson
Braddock Street Church
Clinton C. Bush
Congo
Richardson
Chester Church
Revered Kennison resigns as pastor of Round Hill Burnt Church and Opequon
The Rev. J B Kennison, longtime pastor of Round Hill Burnt Church and Opequon Memorial Churches in Kernstown, has submitted his resignation. Congregations at Round Hill Burnt and Opequon express deep regret and formal actions praise his character and service while awaiting Winchester Presbytery’s approval to sever pastoral ties.
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Kennison
Burnt Church
Round HM
Opequon — Memorial
Round Hill
Opequon Memorial
Winchester
North Carolina
Burnt
Opequon Memorial Church
Kernstown
Irish Pickets Are Locked Up In Washington
Three women favoring Irish republican picket the British embassy in Washington defying federal warnings. They were warned to disperse, arrested for felony assault on a foreign diplomatic representative, and taken to detention with bonds set at 1000 dollars. Names given include Mrs Honor Walsh Elaine Barrie Helen OBrien and Kathleen OBrien.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Honor ‘Walsh
Germantown
Elaine Barrie
Philadelphia
House of Detention
United States
Laskey
Helen O'Brien
St. Louis
Kathleen O'Brien
Household goods and items at 414 S Kent St
George W. Taylor fr a sale listing includes residence at 414 S Kent St with goods such as a carpenter bench idols and boxes to be auctioned Friday April 9.
Scout Seeks Notice On Disposal Request
A community member requests notification about a disposal plan involving a Boy Scout troop. The item suggests formal steps or involvement from local authorities or organizers.
Grace Evangelical Church Increases Pastor Salary
At a church council meeting the Grace Evangelical Church unanimously voted to raise Pastor Rev. A. A. Kelly’s salary by 500 dollars per year, effective April 1. He is praised for strengthening the church and its community impact.
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Church Council of Grace ‘Evangelical Church
A. A. Kelly
Sudden Japanese Attack Surprises Vladivostok Occupation
Washington reports a Japanese strike that seized Vladivostok with no official confirmation yet. Government officials speculate the move aimed to avert a radical uprising threatening their base at the Siberian port supplying their army. The Nikolosk and Khabarovsk clashes reportedly continued, driven by Russian aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Vladivostok
Siberian
Siberia
Nikolosk
Khabarovsk
Quiet Democratic primary narrows to local council race
In the city Democratic primary for June offices only about twenty percent of registered votes were counted by 2 PM. First Ward at Friendship Engine House showed 169 votes with three of five council candidates contesting, while Second Ward at Police HQ reported 75 votes with no opposition for council. Mayoral candidates are incumbent Dr Julian F Ward and W W Glass in both wards. Polls close at 8 PM and results expected around 9 PM.
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Iouse
John Kater
Edward Goss
Howard Taylor
S. D. McDonald
John Huntsberry
John W.mason
Julian F. Ward
W. W. Glass
Fire Brigade Saves Farm From Nearby Straw Fire
Mr John C Cather sent the Friendship Fire Company a 25 check for their help after a blaze at his farm. Straw stacks near his large barn caught fire from sparks. the crew in Winchester arrived and confined the flames to the straw rigkt, saving the barn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Cather
Friendship Fire Company
Winchester
Friendship
Cather
Miss Ritter Dies After Long Illness at 81
Frances Ritter died at 9 p m at the home of her nieces on North Kent Street after a lingering illness. An 81 year old county native, she lived most of her life in the community and was a long time member of Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. She united with the church before the Civil War and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Funeral services will be held at her late home on Nusthpent Street at 3 p m tomorrow, with burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
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Frances
Ritter
Mary
Alice Newcome
North Kent Street
Miss Ritter
Market Street
Elk Lodge 3867 to Install Officers April 7 1920
Regular Elks meeting scheduled for April 7 1920 at 8 00 p m to install officers Exalted Ruler WoL Fultz from Winchester Lodge 3867 listed among attendees brief notice for members of the lodge.
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ELKS
Wol
Fultz
Winchester
Lodge
Kenilworth 15 Sold by Owner near Winchester
The Kenilworth estate near Stephenson Station five miles north of Winchester on the Martinsburg pike, comprising 250 acres and a stone dwelling, was sold by owner John T. Stephenson to J L and J W Jolliffe for 30000 dollars. The home, once the Stephenson family residence, passed through generations and was built long ago.
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Kenilworth
Henry N. Stephenson
John T. Stephenson
Jolliffes
Dixie Ball Initiates Women Into Wartime Service
The Washington Star reports Mrs Baint was introduced to the important service of waness by the Robert E Lee Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy at the Dixie ball. She will serve with Mrs Wilson, her mother and sister Mrs Bolling and Miss Bolling. The floor committee includes Mr Lawrence Coe Hollis of Winchester.
Cold Weather And Snow Here
The ground remains frozen and ice forms as a cold wind blows. Thermometer drops to 26 degrees with a brief thaw under a bright sun. Snow squalls yesterday evening left heaps along ridges while the ground stayed largely bare due to remaining warmth.
Car Stolen Reward Published After Plaza Theft
A Ford passenger car was stolen from the plaza on Saturday April 3. A $25 reward is offered for recovery. License number 106757 is cited. Posed by A W SMPTH Route 3 City Attend. Sale of C H Whittington set for Middletown April 10 at 1 PM.
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Passeger
A. W. Smpth
C. H. Whittington
Middletown
Vestry Elected at Christ Church
The annual parish meeting at Christ Protestant and Church elected the vestry. A large congregation attended the gathering held last evening in the church. The meeting opened with a short service led by Rector Robert A. Goodwin who explained the purpose of the meeting and read canons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregation of Christ Protestant and Church
Am Pee
Jtév
Robert A. Goodwin
Vestry Re-Elected At Christ Church In Long Service Election
Walter Talbot chaired the vestry election for Christ Church with 04 votes cast. William P. McGuire, senior warden for over 40 years, led the tally with 90 votes and new member W. A. Baker joined the vestry.
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Walter Talbot
Beverley
W. Roy Messrs
Baker
Barton
Williams OP. HU. D. Fuller
William C
Julian F. Ward
Henry R. Bi Iy
Robert M. Ward
BH. M
Hunter
McGuire
Congregation of Christ Church
Market advances on easy money mood across steel and oil
New York April 6 The stock market found momentum from easy money hopes as six percent loans sparked gains in rails and shippings. General Motors lagged others while steels, oil majors, and related industries led. Prices for Baldwin, Republic Iron, and petroleum products edged higher amid broad activity.
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Associated Press
New York
General Motors
Baldwin
Republic Iron
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Lupton
Mr. Byrd
Labor
Herrell
Southern Methodist
Seal's
Winchester Orchard Supply Company
N. Market St
Alary
Primaiy
Christ Church
W. P. McGuire
William P. M’guire
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