Democrats speed up platform work for convention
Washington reports a provisional platform committee to meet four days before the national convention to draft tentative planks. Joins with Shouse stating advance informal meetings save time and reduce confusion, conserving effort for the formal committee after convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Democratic National Committee
Harry F. Byrd
Virginia
Shouse
Jouett Shouse
National Executive Committee
National Committee
Democratic Party
Infant Ryland Washington Jr. Laid To Rest In Salisbury
Francis Ryland Washington Jr., infant son of Mr and Mrs Francis Ryland Washington Jr died at their Salisbury Maryland home. Funeral services were held at the aunt s residence with Rev Robert B Nelson officiating and interment in Mt Hebron Cemetery family lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Ryland, Jr
Francis Ryland Washington, Jr
Salisbury
Peyton Marshall
Robert B. Nelson
Mt. Hebron Cemetery
Brookhart Proposes Senate Referendum on Prohibition
In Washington on April 18, Senator Brookhart Republican Iowa a prohibition champion offered a constitutional referendum proposal in the Senate. The move follows a similar proposal made in Washington last week by Harry F Byrd at the Jefferson Day dinner in the Willard Hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Brookhart
Iowa
Senator Brookhart
Harry F. Byrd
Winchester
Willard Hotel
Auto Makers Protest Federal Tax on Sales
Automobile manufacturers led by George M. Graham of Rockne Motor Corp and figures such as Edsel Ford and Walter Chrysler urged the Senate Finance Committee to reject a general sales tax on autos and products. They argued the tax would burden the industry and complained of discrimination versus other goods and services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Senate Financial Committee
George M. Graham
Rockne Motor Corporation
Edsel Ford
Walter Chrysler
Mob hangs confessed child killer near Atwood
A mob of about 200 men seized Richard Read from Cheyenne county jail in St Francis and hanged him near Atwood after Read confessed to abducting and killing 8 year old Dorothy Hunter in Selden. Governor Woodring ordered a state investigation to identify mob participants and determine the crime’s details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
ST. Francis
Kan
Richard Read
Dorothy Hunter
Read
Cheyenne County
A. A
J. H. Inders
Selden
Atwood
Harry H. Woodring
Rawlins County
Charles E. Hennenberger
E. McGinley
Thomas County
Dorothy
Harry Woodring
Free Tuberculosis Chest Clinic Next Friday
The District Nurse Association will hold a free chest clinic at its offices near the Court House on Friday April 22. Dr. C. W. Scott of the Virginia State Board of Health will supervise from 9:30 am to noon and 2 to 4 pm. The service is open to anyone with suspected TB symptoms, but old positive cases will not be reexamined and children under 14 require written physician request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Nurse Association
Court House
C. W. Scott
Virginia State Board of Health
Winchester Park Nine Triumphs in 1932 Opener
In their first game of the 1932 season the Winchester Park Association baseball team defeated Shenandoah Valley Academy 9 to 0 at Rouss Spring Park. The seven inning contest Saturday showed the park nine improving with daily practice and ready for the April 30 home opener at Rouss Spring Park.
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Winchester Park Association
Shenandoah Valley Academy
Rouss Spring Park
Park Boys
Park Association Nine
Interstate Commerce Commission backs federal regulation of motor trade
The Interstate Commerce Commission recommended federal regulation of motor vehicles in interstate commerce. It urged railroads and water lines to use public highways and said the decision in the form of recommendations would be sent to Congress.
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Associated Press
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission
Congress
Committee Sets Apple Festival Roles for Ninth Shenandoah Event
Organization outlines a full festival structure with Director general Nelson F Richards and an extensive body of assistants executives and department heads preparing for the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. Key figures include W E Cooper H B McCormac J W Arthur and Frances Page with committees on publicity finance housing and pageant. The event is expected to attract about 100000 visitors to Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
H. Clay de Grange
Ray Robinson
J. W. Arthur
W. E. Cooper
Boy Scouts of America
Elsie Preffitt
Department of Finance
D. E. Stultz
H. D. Robinson
Clifford D. Grim
Department of Publicity
Frank M. Boucher
John Hoover
Robert B. Nelson
Clay B. Carr
Harry F. Byrd
B. M. Roszel
W. H. Bosserman
J. A. Richard
George Heist
W. R. Legge
L. S. Hale
Leslie D. Kline
Department of Housing
Andrew Bell
F. L. Harris
A. S. Pennypacker
I. Fred Stine
C. W. Holis
Thomas Boyd
A. J. Novick
Fred A. Read, Jr
Grover H. Schlack
L. M. Allen
W. H. McKnee
Marion Chauncey
Dorothy McC. Rice
Sue Schlack
C. Vernon Eddy
Edward C. Goss
Clara Berry
L. N. Woods
Thomas B. Byrd
W. S. Hough
Fred Robinson
Department of Emergency Service
H. D. Fuller
Guards Protect Miners as Three Are Shot in Ohio
Ohio National Guardsmen guarded the Goodyear Somers mine district near Adena after a 400 person crowd attacked a barricade. Three striking miners were wounded by gunfire in the legs during the second assault, while guardsmen fired to deter further clashes and two additional guardoutsides saw shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cadiz
Ohio National Guardsmen
Ohio
Somers
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Adena
Georgetown Road
Bucanwood Road
Greeks Taught War Should Yield To Law In Settlements
The Greeks were among the first to see war as a poor method for settling disputes, urging its limits and pushing for substituting the process of law to resolve conflicts.
Indian Burial Pit Found During Gas Storage Tank Digging
Workmen uncover a six by six foot grave pit near West Boscawen street believed to contain Indian remains. About 15 skeletons with large cheek bones and intact teeth suggest burial over 200 years ago. No clothing or military artifacts were found. plans call for reinterment after tank installation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
West Boscawen Street
Blue Ridge Mountains
Lindbergh Baby Still Missing They Seek Word of Return
The Lindberghs mark the fortyninth day of the kidnapping as rumors swirl of a possible lead. A Toledo Times call claimed the infant is in Detroit and will be returned within a week. Colonel Lindbergh relies on Dr. Condon, though no direct contact has been confirmed. A leather bag with men's clothing found in Chilmark puzzles police who suspect an airplane drop.
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Associated Press
Hopewell
N. J
Lindbergh
Toledo Times
Patterson
Detroit
John F. Condon
Jassie
Bronx
Dr. Condon
Chilmark
Mass
Massachusetts
Falmouth
Gayhead
Martha’s Vineyard
Vineyard Haven
Paramount Theatre
New York
Hudson Steamship Company
Edward Martins Funeral Service Tomorrow at C. E. Church
Funeral services for Edward Martin will be held at the Stephens City C. E. Church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will be in Orrick Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Martin
Stephens City ,C. E
Orrick
Victory Fund of Democrats Nears Final Stage in Winchester
W Nelson Page heads Winchester Democratic leaders urging immediate contributions to the Victory Fund. Collectors must report collected amounts this week for receipts from the national treasurer in New York. Fund aims to retire party debt and support the 1932 campaign for President with John W Davis as head.
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Victory Fund OF
Democrats
Winchester
W. Nelson Page
Democratic Executive Committee
Page
Democratic Party
John W. Davis
New York
Veterans Smoker Invited At Winchester Legion Hall
Ex service men of Winchester and vicinity are urged to attend a Legion smoker at Reuss Engine Hall starting 8 p m. Robert Y Conrad Post No 21 sponsors the event with Capt Edward C Goss as post commander. Dan S Hollenga will be guest speaker with war songs and jokes.
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Winchester
Reuss
Robert Y. Conrad
Post
American Legion
Edward C. Goss
Dan S. Hollenga
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
Vendor Hauls 40000 Pennies to Colorado Springs Bank
Asa Forbes, a local newspaper vendor, wheeled a wheelbarrow carrying four ten thousand piles of pennies to the town bank in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The unusual cash delivery drew attention from residents and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asa Forbes
Colorado
Springs
Colo
For Sale New Modern House on Angerona Terrace
For sale a modern house on Angerona Terrace in W Piccadilly. Ready for inspection through Strickler and Wagner. Phone 1299. 16-16-4t
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Angerona Terrace
W. Piccadilly
Strickler & Wagner
Gideons Form Branch Here to Carry On Work
J.8. Haldeman of Haldeman's Creamery was elected president of the Winchester Gideons at Grace Lutheran Church. Officers include Eugene B. Cooper and J. Henry Moling Sr. as vice presidents and C. Vernon Eddy as secretary treasurer. Virginia society officers were chosen for the year, with George W. Alger as state president and others named. A Bible dedication at the George Washington Hotel drew clergy remarks and guest praise for the Gideon ministry.
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J. 8. Haldeman
Virginia Society
Richmond
Norfolk
Roanoke
Lynchburg
George W. Alger
J. H. Meek
Brooks Marmon
Owen Herschel Brooks
George Sammiers
Edinburg
W.R Leckey
C. Lawford
George Washington Hotel
F. T. McFaden
Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church
8. L. Flickinger
Centenary Reformed Church
E. A. Lambert
Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Floyd W. Haines
Flickinger
Masters
The
Gideons of America
Winchester
Travelers’ Association
Fire destroys Boggs residence near Stephenson in Frederick county
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the frame dwelling owned by W. F. Boggs on the Winchester Martinsburg pike near Stephenson. Neighbors failed to save belongings due to heavy flames and water shortage. The loss is estimated over 10 000 dollars. Boggs and wife were away visiting relatives. The property dated from earlier owners Stevens and Tipton families.
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W. F. Boggs
Stephenson
Frederick County
Stevens
Tipton
Learn to Dance at Washington Hotel Thursdays
Advertising note lists weekly dance lessons at Washington Hotel every Thursday at 7 30 p m with schedule markers and a separate Winchester Steam Laundry line noting pickup days and times.
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Washington Hotel
Silver Notice Washington Minuet Patterns in Sterling
Antique store advertises Washington Minuet patterns in sterling silver at discounted prices. Offers a full line of Hodgson and Brown Ip-11 It Pays to Walk patterns and prompts readers to inquire for this sale.
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Hodgson & Brown
State Legion Head Voices Views on Bonus Policy
Dr. A. T. Pinch commander of the Virginia American Legion says veterans should not press for full cash payment of adjusted compensation certificates as it would burden government. He cites the 1925 paid-up twenty year endowment policy and notes many veterans already received benefits close to the promised total.
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Associated Press
Chase City
A. T. Pinch
Virginia Department
American Legion
Virginia
L. T. Snell
Portsmouth
Congress
Finch
Virginia Legionnaires
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Dr. Finch
Scout Court of Honor Tomorrow
A Boy Scout Court of Honor will be held Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the Handley Library Lecture Room. Deputy Regional Executive Grover Van De Boe of Philadelphia Region 3 will be guest speaker. Scouts from Middletown Stephens City Front Royal and Winchester are expected to attend.
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Boy Scouts
Handley Library
Grover van de Boe
Philadelphia
Middletown
Stephens City
Front Royal
Winchester
One‑party Municipal Ballot Set for June 14
The certified candidate list shows only Democrats on the June 14 municipal ballot after no petitions were filed by any other contenders. Charles R. Anderson tops the mayoral race, with ward candidates including J Henkel Henry, Hable, Percy D. Miller in the first ward and Charles H. Harper, W Nelson Page, W W Dellinger in the second ward. Dellinger, recently named by the Democratic committee, seeks the seat vacated by A Sale. Dr. Anderson, a former council member, defeated Mayor F Amos Shryock in the April primary.
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Clark M. Smith
Common Council
Aes
Percy D. Miller
Messrs Henry and
Hable
Messrs. Harper and
Page
W. W. Dellinger
City Democratic Executive Committee
Dr. Anderson
F. Amos Shryock
Former Resident Dead In County
Edward Martin, a member of the local colored community and longtime resident of Winchester, died Saturday at Stephens City where he had been living. The funeral will be held at the colored Methodist Church in Stephens City tomorrow afternoon, with interment at Orrick Cemetery in Winchester.
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Edward Martin
Winchester
Stephens City
Colored Methodist Church
Orrick
Tulip Bloom Festival Set At Miller Park In Lynchburg
Ninety thousand tulips will bloom in the Old-Fashioned Garden at Miller Park from April 20 to May 16. Last year the displays drew 43 748 visitors. The garden, once an elk and deer paddock, features Lombardy poplars planted in 1921 and salvaged water-worn flagstones. George H. Reed, park superintendent, invites flower enthusiasts from across the state to visit.
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Lynchburg
Miller Park
George H. Reed
Left Handed Tools Aid Speech Clinic Efforts
The University of Minnesota speech clinic builds a left handed collection to aid stutterers. Items include left handed wrench sharpeners chairs and knick knacks. Clinicians believe stuttering often stems from forcing a left handed person to use the right hand. They encourage adjustment of hand habits as the first step toward speech correction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
University of Minnesota
Chief’s Home Burglar Strips to Underwear in Night Robbery
St. Louis reports a six month escapee known as the shorts burglar, clad only in under wear, robbed an apartment just occupied by Chief of Police Joseph Gerk last night. He also burglarized two other homes in the area.
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St. Louis
Joseph Gerk
Cherry blossoms draw thousands to Washington scene
Washington welcomed large crowds as the Japanese cherry blossoms drew thousands of visitors to the Tidal Basin. Park police logged 26,522 automobiles crossing the Inlet Bridge with locals and visitors split evenly. Pleasant weather encouraged pedestrians to tour by streetcar and bus.
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Washington
Inlet Bridge
Polo Field
Rampaging auto causes mix up in Los Angeles
A driverless motor car ran wild in Los Angeles disrupting a divorce hearing and injuring two women. Mrs Ettee Waddell broke her arm escaping the path of the runaway vehicle and Mrs Julian Parish Wood was knocked down by a swinging courthouse door as the car wrecked a nearby fruit stand. An ambulance carried Waddell to hospital while Wood attended to friends.
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Los Angeles
Ettee Waddell
Julian Parish Wood
Court House
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F.R. Washington, Jr
U. S
Kansas
Tilt Park
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George and
Emory Matthews
Waynesboro Gasoline
Lindberghs
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United States
Winchesterians
Smoker By Legion
Gideons
J.S. Tlaldeman
Bibles
Boggs
Winchester Steam Laundry
National Treasury
Scout Court of Honor
Charles R. Anderson
Por City
J. Henkel Henry Herman H. Hable Percy D. Miller
Charles H. Harper W. Nelson Page
Joan Bennett
Field Artillery
United States Army
Jean Allard Jeancon
Hollywood
Miss Bennett
Gene Markey
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