21 Apr 1927
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1927
Page
1
A river bridge in Arkansas suffers structural damage as floodwaters wash away a section. Officials warn of danger to crossings and prioritize temporary repairs and detours. Local residents report power outages and schools operating on reduced schedules until safe passage is restored.
Hundreds of families face drowning as floods from cloudbursts and high winds threaten sections in Arkansas and Mississippi. Reports of levee breaks near Greenville and Willow's Landing prompt Red Cross appeals for boats and lifesavers.
Kingston Ontario April 21 AP reports Thomas McCoskey, convicted slayer of guard M E Jenkins at Portsmouth penitentiary, was hanged at the county jail just after midnight. Thirteen seconds from cell to trap, final act performed with dispatch. Also a public sale ad lists household goods at 424 South Kent Street for April 23 at 1 PM. One consignor Mrs Salome Cooper.
W Spot White longtime Winchester resident and Presbyterian layman died at 11 this morning at his home 409 Fairmont avenue after eight weeks of diabetes. He was 68 and had lived in Winchester for fifty years born in Moorefield West Virginia. He served as elder for about 25 years and led church and civic efforts including humane work and Apple Blossom parades. Funeral services are set for 11 Saturday at the Presbyterian Church with Rev F T McFaden and Rev Dr C... continued on rate three.
W A Ryan aka Dad Ryan, longtime leader of the Apple Blossom Festival, hopes to attend the Winchester event in late April. He cannot make the trip due to duties, but expresses gratitude for the invitation and asks for a detailed program. He recalls earlier festivals and urges preparations to ensure bloom and parade success.
Eleven lives were lost when a former naval pinnace taking a party across Botany Bay was dashed on rocks at the mouth of Cook's river. The Associated Press reports the disaster occurred Monday near Sydney New South Wales.
Jollife Studio offers photographs of festival floats and cars with on‑site live pictures. Call 805‑1 to arrange during the festival window noted as April 20. This brief notice promotes portrait and event photography for parade entries.
The director of the United States Navy Band cooperates with local committees to advance the Apple Blossom Festival activities. The collaboration aims to showcase military music and community events during the festival period.
Three 18 year old youths Harold Powers Edward Renkes and Clarence Losey died when their car crashed through a grade crossing gate in Battle Creek Michigan Central train wreck. The incident occurred today and the victims were former Battle Creek High School students.
Tickets on sale for the Pageant of Progress of the Shenandoah Valley to be held at Winchester Fair Grounds in two evenings and a second festival afternoon during the Apple Blossom Festival on April 27 and 28. Cast exceeds 600 with music by the United States Navy Band. General admission $1. reserved 75 cents. boxes for six $6. Tickets at People's Drug Store Sample Shoe Store Baker's Drug Store and Apple Blossom Festival Headquarters George Washington Hotel.
A Hampton Roads seaplane carrying naval cadets Wilbur Bing ham of New York and Richard W Kennison of Boston crashed near Fort Wood in Norfolk. Witnesses said the craft struck a fishing stake during takeoff, straps likely trapped the pilots, and both cadets were recovered about two hours later.
Not drawn by Mr Woods the pen and ink decorations around Apple Blossom Festival photo engravings were made by Lanham Engraving Co of Washington and not by local artist Leslie N Woods it was stated today by Mr Woods Prof and Mrs C F Horne of New York are guests at George Washington Hotel
Lace curtains and rugs can be laundered at Seam Laundry in Winchester. Phone number 23. Public notice item appears in a classified ad style.
In Detroit April 21 Judge Fred M Raymond granted a mistrial in Aaron Sapiro versus Henry Ford for a 1 000 000 libel suit after defense motions alleging a juror interviewed by the press. Judge cleared juror Mrs Cora Hoffman of allegations and set April 30 to decide on a new trial date.
Louis N. Donaldson 61 longtime superintendent of the National Cemetery at Antietam battlefield died yesterday of a cerebral hemorrhage at Sharpsburg. He served two years as superintendent and leaves a widow and daughter.
Rain cut attendance as Miller Brothers Exposition and American Legion Post members faced a storm at the show grounds. Despite the weather, crowds were impressed by the size and attractions. Tomorrow is Children’s Day with 1 to 6 pm admission for all kids. The Magic City, a 3,500-piece miniature world, impressed school officials with its educational value.
Entries must be received by midnight Monday the 26th to include in the parade coverage. The press deadline requires the floats and route details to be finalized. organizers note a big, novel display with local groups, including the Highview Community, M A Band, and Zembo Temple Shriner contingents, likely to march in Winchester.
Job posting seeks a settled refined white nurse for children. Must be willing to spend summer months, provide care and experience to Mrs. eee star office. Local ad offers compensation and benefits but details are unclear due to OCR errors.
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