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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1920
Page
6
Trading dwindled in a short session as stocks opened weak and retreated with modest leadership. Motors, specialities, oils, steels and equipment led declines while rails and ties showed variability. Bond market softened on renewed Liberty bond and Victory note offers.
In Cork Ireland on April 17 Associated Press reports charges of murder were laid in the death of the mayor who was assassinated last week. The trial centers on suspected plots involving key political figures.
The Weather Bureau issues a mixed forecast for the week beginning April 17 in the Atlantic states. Unsettled, showery conditions early give way to fair and cool weather later.
Willie Luster Wierman dies at an advanced age at his home east of Mount Haney. Survived by daughters Mrs Ilda of Charlestown and Mrs Emma Wierman, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements to be announced by his family.
In Washington on April 17 Senator Krox of Pennsylvania said the United States rejected Mexico’s request to use American territory to move supplies. The report notes opposition from domestic officials and hints at broader political tensions impacting bilateral logistics and potential anti-Caprano actions.
Hazleton area mines shut down today after workers walked out, leaving about 5706 miners unemployed. The closure followed a standoff with the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Co as coal production failed to materialize, with regional impact on nearby Panther Creek Valley.
In the Clerk’s Office of the Corantt f Frege Court of the County is the divorce suit of Marcig D. Deahl. The plaintiff seeks a divorce on abandonment and desertion grounds and alimony. The defendant, Marcia D. Deahl, is not a state resident. she must appear within fifteen days after publication to protect her interests. A copy of the order will be published weekly in the Winchester Star and posted at the county courthouse front door before April 12, 1920.
The fragment recalls a legendary jewel linked to rulers of Russia and a coronation myth. It suggests a distant, echoed tale tied to British press framing of empire and church figures amid maritime fears and a looming three mile limit for sailing.
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