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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1932
Page
6
Philadelphia built a 7 run lead before Washington charged back, Johnson driving in six runs in the final frame to secure a 15 to 7 victory. Early results also showed Cubs beating Cardinals and Reds defeating Pirates 5 to 0.
Yesterday's box shows Foxx of the Athletics Gehringer of the Tigers Herman of the Reds Barton Schulmerick Worthington Manush Judge West Wright among the leaders tied to the national circuit. The totals list Foxx with four runs and a grand total across teams.
Richmond April 18 The Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad reports net income for the year ended December 31 1931 of 937873 down 187808 16.68 percent from 1930. Norman Call re elected president at annual meeting succeeding the late Eppa Burtton Jr. Board directors re elected include W T Reed W W Atterbury Norma Call W H Clovercale Lyman Delano W J Harahan Lilburn T Myers and Daniel Willard.
Warrants charging violation of federal narcotic law were issued against Jack Seeman and Charles L. Greene, arrested with David N. Chadwick of Wilmington N C, for attempting to bribe private detective J Ward Erb in a larceny case. An opium smoking outfit was found in Greens trunk and a five ounce opium package intercepted mailed to Greene. Police court hearing on bribery charges was continued to April 29. Chadwick faces trial in hillstings court Monday on possession of $20000 in Liberty bonds stolen from a Philadelphia bank and is held without bail.
Alfred E. Smith laid out 500 letters praising his Washington speech on demagogic appeals to voters. He avoided references to Franklin Roosevelt during a one hour interview and said he has no further addresses planned on his date book.
Records indicate a statute from 1635 remains on the books allowing fines on parishioners who leave their parish to attend sports or games. Legal historians note it has never been repealed and could still be enforceable.
George M. Shiley retired farmer died at Winchester Memorial Hospital. Virginia State Treasury to hold a balance despite drought per official reports. Boston Braves lead National League standings. Local citizens travel to Washington to view Admiral Byrd on The City of New ship.
The Capitol Theatre presents Fifth Million French men as the feature attraction, drawing likely crowds to the venue.
Harrisonburg State Teachers College Glee Club in pastel dress will perform for the coronation of Queen Shenandoah IV. Pottery claimed to predate Christ, unearthed in England, has been shown at Winchester. Staunton Military Academy cadets arrive in Winchester for annual encampment. Clarence Darrow, famed lawyer, marks his seventieth birthday this week. Councilman Harper proposes a budget with a $1.20 tax rate.
Fifteen years ago Governor Stuart announced a special effort to recruit men from Virginia for the United States Navy. Shenandoah Valley National Bank directors subscribed 100000 dollars in Liberty Bonds. Farmers in the corn belt urged to plant white corn for hominy. Flour selling in Winchester ranged from 11.75 to 13 dollars. Wet and dry forces gather in Washington as Congress prepares to debate national prohibition during the war.
A thoroughbred horse proves its worth beyond a faulty saddle as the rider faces discouraging odds and a stubborn mount, highlighting resilience and equestrian skill.
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