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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1925
Page
1
Winchester officials declare no more searches will be made on anonymous tips. Councilman MecVicar notes warrants will no longer be issued without sworn statements. Magistrates will rely on personal oath to justify searches, ending anonymous letter guidance to police.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will back the Apple Blossom Festival with extensive advertising. Posters programs and other materials will be supplied by festival authorities and distributed through all ticket offices. The railroad will publish newspaper ads and flyers detailing dates and excursion rates to the festival.
The Young People's Society hosts an Easter egg sale at the Lutheran Church in the Sunday school room from 8 to 5 p.m. on Thursday. Funds support church activities.
Dusty fragment mentions Kansas non irrigated alfalfa and Winchester Seed Co advertising. No clear event or date. The readable terms imply a seed catalog or advertisement promoting non irrigated alfalfa varieties from Winchester Seed Co.
The Flower Shop promotes Easter Sunday specials featuring Apricat arrangements and same day delivery. Local customers are invited to order early for peak seasonal bouquets available at the storefront and online.
For sale valuable building lots on West Cork priced at 50 dollars per front foot. They include curb, sewer, water and easy access. Located five blocks from City Hall and the Handley Schools. For more information call Fred L. Glaize or Shirley Carter.
At a regular council meeting, fire companies pressed for year funding, with Sarah Zané absent. Council declined this year but pledged to push for higher allocations next year while weighing retrenchment and a new siren alarm ordinance costing about 800 dollars.
Miss Emma Rosenberger, prominent local resident, was seriously injured about 7:30 PM when struck by Turner Fries's car while crossing Braddock Street at Picadilly. Witnesses say glare from another car caused confusion. Fries stopped after impact, claiming she stepped into path. Sheriff Pannett and bystanders assisted. Rosenberger remained unconscious, condition uncertain, no bones reported broken. Fries cooperated with police. he was en route to church service with his wife and two children.
The Coca Cola Contest closes April 1 1925. All students competing must mail essays on or before that date to be eligible. Send to Coca Cola Contest Editor Winchester Evening Star Winchester Va. (1p-11).
The COOPER MDSE. & OIL CO. notes it has charged 22 cents per gallon for genuine Pennsylvania Independent Gasoline at its filling stations for the past two months and asks customers what price they have been paying. When any decline occurs a price cut is made accordingly.
The American Legion Auxiliary plans a cake sale with bread and baked goods on April 1 at the Gift. Proceeds support local auxiliary activities and community programs.
Dorothy Ellingson, 17, on the witness stand in San Francisco Superior Court for her sanity trial. Judge Louderback confirmed she understands the oath before she was sworn.
The Winchester branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will hold a rummage sale in the near future. The society urges the public to donate furniture clothing and shoes to raise money for needy animals.
Shenandoah Valley hotel and inn owners and managers assemble tomorrow night at 8 at the Sign of the Motor Car in Berryville. Winchester attendees gather at the Jack Hotel at 7 15. Maxime DuCharme owner and lessee of the Jack serves as association president. Two vice presidents will be elected and several important matters will be discussed.
The City Council session extended late as they discussed a gasoline firm plan to erect storage tanks under city supervision. A new license ordinance expands 1925 taxes to include journeymen and day workers in trades like painters and plumbers, with fees set at 25 dollars for most trades and a lower license for painters. The measure passed on its third reading with all members voting yes.
Two used Dodge sedans offered by J. Howard. Both are in perfect condition with 1923 and 1924 model years. Priced right by J. Howard. Cath er & Co.
Easter flower sale advertised by C B Smalts at 440 National Avenue. Store offers seasonal arrangements and decorative blooms for the holiday.
Fine furniture offered for sale including 3 living room suites a 5 piece over stuffed tapestry set a 3 piece reed suite mahogany table 3 Wilton rugs and 2 beds all must be sold before April 15 prior to moving Mrs H W Ebert announces the sale location and deadline.
The Aide of the Frederick Circuit will hold a fancy work, chicken and cake sale on Saturday April 1 at Batt's store. Proceeds support local aid activities.
Commercial apple orchards in the Winchester district report damage after a freezing Monday night. Lower branches exhibit a very dark brown center and greater injury than upper limbs, while buds on green lower twigs show less harm. Thermometer readings reached 26 degrees F, six below freezing. Forecasts suggest possibly light frost tonight in northern and central Virginia.
Fire fighters aided by National guards and cadets battled a six mile front in Giles county as a stiff wind drove flames into a new direction. Timbers falling forced a retreat, but crews resumed work early today with hopes to contain the blaze by nightfall if the wind slackens. The blaze threatened settlements but officials believed the danger to nearby homes was being reduced as the fire moved into wilder country.
In Baltimore on April 8 the American Chemical Society announced a world wide effort to combat corrosion. Rust losses in U S metal structures amount to about 300 million dollars annually. Delegates at the convention planned a tour of the Naval Academy at Annapolis.
Tonight the big boxing program is slated for eight o'clock at City Hall Auditorium. Great interest has been aroused in the contest and officials expect a large attendance following comments at the Apple Blossom Festival headquarters.
During the recent illness of Mr. William E Grim agent at American Railway Express Company Dayton Fahrney acted as agent and Mahlon Noon as cashier Grim is now able to be out and is slowly regaining his strength.
The condition of Floyd Grady, the youth badly burned by gasoline at Gore in this county, was thought to be slightly improved today at Memorial Hospital. The brief item notes sale of 25 barrels clear corn by J. Few Brown.
A four car inspection train of Pennsylvania Railroad officials arrived at 6:15 AM and departed at 8:00 AM in Winchester. Local agent M. V. B. Snake and other road officials greeted the visitors who inspected local property and noted observations for reference. The visit was described as a routine inspection with potential cost implications if practices change.
A fine shepherd dog was struck and injured by an automobile on North Market street Monday night. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals took the animal in, and Dr W Miller transported it to his home for owner reclamation.
A mass meeting of Clarke County citizens will be held at 2 30 Saturday afternoon April 11 at the Berryville court house to discuss matters relating to the county public schools. All residents are urged to attend to aid school interests.
In New York on April 8 bear traders renewed selling around the end of the first hour. Operators for a rally showed little inclination to chase gains despite statements by Mr Gary and other business executives. Trading was dull on the decline with call money at 4 percent.
Asheville, N C April 8 Babe Ruth of the New York Yankees left this afternoon for New York to rest before the American League season opens next Tuesday. Ruth's condition today was described as improved following a recent influenza attack and collapse yesterday.
A Columbus executive and state officials are tied to a sensational case involving the 18 year old Vogel girl linked to Donahey. The Donahey and Vogel families, plus Jamies Huffman and Crossland, face questions as the investigation proceeds from Zanesville to Columbus with police and prosecutor statements.
The fongenvipe theatre announces a week of select productions with daily changes. Four completed the program and tomorrow previews feature David Warfield Blanche Sweet and Nagel with Stuart Fawcett in Our Gang.
Dr Tikhon, once a foremost advocate of old Russia church principles, died after a nervous ailment. He had long fought reformist adversaries and resisted Soviet pressure after 1922 when church leadership faced new regime controls.
Fragmented text references an ASPCA officer at City Hall and protection of those who can defend themselves. Plain language indicates a notice or editorial urging service opportunities and public protection roles, but specifics are unclear.
The Pennsylvania announced a special excursion from Harrisburg with a stop at Wincheatam. Departure is at 7 a.m. from Harrisburg and arrival here around 10 a.m. A return turning is planned for 7 p.m. with pay and points details in the notice.
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