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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1933

Page

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1933 Baseball Season Opens Here Tomorrow

The Winchester Park Association starts its 1933 season tomorrow at Rouss Spring Park with a featured opening game against Millwood Athletic Club. Major events include an address by Andrew Bell and Mayor Charles R. Anderson tossing the first ball, plus Troop 1, Boy Scouts, handling the flag raising. Pitching duel previews Cassell versus Duff in a battle that should showcase a strong Park infield led by Duff and Michael.

Rouss Spring Park Winchester Park Association Millwood Athletic Club Andrew Bell Winchester Chamber of Commerce Charles R. Anderson Andy Troop 1 Boy Scouts of America Park Millwood Winchester Bobby” Cassell Guy Duff Man- Carper Bradford Michael Michael Berkeley Springs Howitzer Giants Washington, D. C Millwood A.C Jack Crowl Jack Atwell Carper Lewis Gene Lewis Kenneth Kearns Kerns Keller The Park Association Millwood A. C Woodstock A. C French A. C Washington Northerns A. C Ava Millwood A. Cc Bunker Hill A. Wavaruay Williamsport

For Sale 1933 Fordson Tractor at Discounted Price

Advertisement notes a brand new 1933 Fordson tractor with governor clutch pulley and spade lug wheels offered at a liberal discount. Terms available to a reliable party. Also promotes American fibre and Japanese summer rugs from Moling and Cather with attractive prices.

Bickers Motor Coo Moling and Cather

Wright to speak for county pastors in Stephens City

The fellowship service for county pastors and church people will be held Monday at 7 30 at Stephens City High School hall. Gore male quartet and Edwards sisters duet provide music. John W Larrick Jr presides as toastmaster. W E Edwards of Winchester will deliver a message on The Rural Church.

Stephens City High School Gore Edwards Sisters John W. Larrick W. E. Edwards Winchester

Reverend James W. Wright to speak on Our Church Fellowship Relations

The Rev Dr James W Wright of Harrisonburg will deliver the evening address on Our Church Fellowship Relations. He leads First United Brethren Church and chairs religious education efforts in Rockingham County. A small banquet plate charge funds serving costs, and county ministers invite all to attend.

James W. Wright Harrisonburg Rockingham

Presbytery of Winchester Adopts Fall Session Date

The Presbytery of Winchester adjourned its spring meeting in Moorefield West Virginia and set the fall session for Shepherdstown on September 19. Elected moderator is Rev Ben Read of Burlington. Commissioners to the General Assembly in Montreal May 25 include Rev H W Sherman Shenandoah Junction Rev H H Leach Front Royal and Elders C Kackley Berryville H Marshall Kearneysville.

Presbytery of Winchester Moorefield Wva Shepherdstown W. Va Friends of the Presbyterian Church of West Virginia Ben. Read Burlington H. W. Sherman Front Royal H. H. Leach Shenandoah Junction Elders C. Kackley Berryville H. Marshall Kearneysville General Assembly Montreal N. C

Mrs Campbell laid to rest in Washington after Florida death

Cecelia Campbell 86 died at her Fort Myers Florida home after six months of ill health. She was the wife of Marion E Campbell formerly a Winchester building contractor and a native of Washington. A number of friends attended her Washington commitment rites last Wednesday. she leaves her husband and one sister.

Cecelia Campbell Marion E. Campbell Winchester Fort Myer Fla Washington National Capital Washington, D.C

Flood Threat Fades as Potomac Recedes in Maryland

In Western Maryland and the Cumberland area on April 21 the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers showed slowing rises and receded from flood levels. Despite earlier surges eight feet above normal on the Shenandoah at Millville and high water along Conococheague creek, damage was limited with cabins spared and boathouses unscathed. Snow fell in the mountains adding to the day’s unusual April weather.

Shenandoah River Berrys Ferry Clarke County Winchester Shenandoah Berry’s Ferry Associated Press Williamsport Potomac River Conococheague Creek Millville Harpers Ferry Potomac Cumberland Mountians Maryland

Norton suffers stroke at his Winchester home

George F. Norton a longtime Winchester publisher and business figure suffered a paralysis stroke yesterday afternoon at his home 431 North Braddock street. He was confined to bed with his right side affected and showed little change in condition the day after. Norton, a New York native, spent years at the government printing office in Washington before moving to Winchester over 30 years ago to enter the newspaper business and later became active in local enterprises.

George F. Norton Winchester North Braddock Street Norton New York State Government Washington

Lost Nose Glasses Re ward for J S Haldeman

Lost pair nose glasses. Reward offered. Contact J. S. Haldeman. Last known location 4 21 l p 11.

J. S. Haldeman

Public Sale Of Household Goods At Dunn & Duval Auctioneers

Household goods to be sold at 1 p m Saturday April 22 at 112 North Washington Street Dunn and Duval Auctioneers conduct the public sale. The notice marks National Be Kind To Animals Week as a contextual aside.

North Washington Street Dunn & Duval

Mrs Marion DuShane Dies in Yakima Hospital

Mrs Marion Ross DuShane mother of Winchester apple broker James R DuShane died in a Yakima hospital after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband two daughters Dorothy Burdette and Mrs Frank Stedman and son James R DuShane. The body heads to Davenport Iowa for funeral services and interment Tuesday with husband and son joining.

Marion Ross DuShane James R. DuShane Winchester Yakima Wash DuShane Aeanasto Py Aseri

Miss Patterson Closes Series With Evening Talk

Miss Ida Patterson of China has spoken nightly at 8 o clock since last Monday for First Baptist Church. She will deliver the last message this evening and remain in Winchester through Sunday for two Sunday services. Sunday morning she is asked to repeat her Charlottesville General Association sermon. The evening service is led by the churchs Woman's Missionary Union.

Ida Patterson China First Baptist Church Winchester Baptist General Association Charlottesville Woman's Missionary Union

Ancient Rites 70 BC Feature in Coronation

A Belgian girl will be crowned Queen Shenandoah the Tenth of the Apple Blossom Festival in a ceremony blending ancient Floralian rites of Europe with English coronation tradition. Rev. Dr. Flickinger has studied manuscripts in Washington to craft a grand ritual with new participants and floral symbols. The crown ceremony promises heightened color and majesty, with garland girls and other retinue additions. The identity of the crown placer will be announced soon.

Shenandoah England Europe Alfred the Great 8. L. Flickinger Winchester Francois Flickinger Washington Congressional Library House of Shenandoah Miss May Garland Francoise May United States Paul May Handley High School

Sale of D. H. Anderson Main Street Property

Auction set for Saturday April 22 with details in the ad. Local property on Main Street offered by D. H. Anderson via public sale notice.

D. H. Anderson

Poisoned astrologer inches toward recovery under guard

William Franklin an astrologer in custody after taking bichloride of mercury near Williamsport while under arrest with two private detectives showed a slight improvement at Winchester Memorial Hospital. He had attempted to escape, was recaptured, and a woman from Hagerstown Appalachia sought access to nurse him but was denied. Detectives maintain surveillance as Franklin faces charges of obtaining money under false pretenses in Waynesboro and Augusta County for astrology readings.

William Franklin Winchester Memorial Hospital Ron Wee H. S. Pifer Franklin Hagerstown Waynesboro Williamsport

Bible Class Taught by D. J. Howard at Loudoun Street

D J Howard district supervisor of agricultural education will teach the Open Door Bible Class at Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church at 9 45 Sunday morning. Miss Helen Bailey will perform a violin solo with Billy Barnes on piano around 10. Class members are urged to attend and visitors are welcome.

D. J. Howard Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church Howard Helen Bailey Billy Barnes

Sale Postponed at Davison Estate Near Angers Store

Notice announces postponement of a sale at the Davison Estate near Angers Store on Tuesday April 25. Details appear on page 8 of the classified section.

Davison Estate Angers Store Tues

Markets React To Profit Taking And Inflation Hopes

New York April 21 Markets hesitated after sharp gains as profit taking appeared in stocks and staples but was offset by fresh buying. The dollar slowed in foreign exchange while government bonds drew support. Commodities rallied with wheat corn cotton and metals advancing amid mixed signals on inflation steps and currency movements.

Associated Press New York United States U. S Chicago

Virginia beer transport to be tested in court

Fairfax Virginia April 21 The legality of transporting 3.2 beer through Virginia in truck loads will be tested Monday before Trial Justice Paul E. Brown. Joseph Councilman 30 of Sanford North Carolina is in custody accused of hauling 45 cases and a keg of federally legalized beer without evidence of origin or destination.

Associated Press Fairfax Virginia Paul E. Brown Joseph Councilman Sanford N. C

Welles Chosen as Ambassador to Cuba by Roosevelt

President Roosevelt plans to name Sumner Welles, then assistant secretary of state, as ambassador to Cuba. Welles would hold the Havana post permanently and resign his state department role. The President relied on Wells authority in Latin American affairs.

Associated Press Washington Roosevelt Sumner Welles Cuba Welles Havana Wells

Larrick's Cash Store Ad Teaser

Store advertisement directs readers to page 3 for inside details about Larrick's Cash Store offerings and promotions.

Larrick’s Cash Store

John H. Miller Property Sale Set for April 22

The John H. Miller property at 724 Highland Avenue will be sold in front of the Court House at noon on Saturday April 22.

John H. Miller Highland Avenue Court House

Ober Fertilizer Ad Promotes Cyanamide For Orchards

Ober & Sons Co offers cyanamide fertilizer for orchards with prices cheaper than ever and a contact phone number 402. The advertisement highlights Ober's Fertilizer brand and urges farmers to call for more details.

Ober G. Ober & Sons Co

MacDonald heads to Washington amid world woes and gold standard shift

Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald sails to Washington for talks with President Roosevelt as Britain notes no immediate impact from the U.S. abandoning the gold standard. In New York he discusses economic shifts and a mission of peace with other nations amid a world economic reorienation. He arrives aboard the Berengaria and is greeted at quarantine before heading to Jersey City.

Associated Press Jersey City N. J Ramsay MacDonald Great Britain Washington Roosevelt England New York America Macom MacDonald Aes Alia Bom Sutesona Edouard Herriot France United States Conference of Nations Berangaria MacDonald Grover A. Whalen

Jury to hear damages suit over 1932 auto crash

Jurors in the corporation court case of Mrs. Della Malone of Berryville versus Herman H. Hable of Winchester for 30000 damages had not yet received instructions by early afternoon. The trial tied to the March 31 1932 collision involving both cars has continued since Monday with two hours allotted for each side to argue once instructions are delivered. The panel includes A Taylor Ritter George H Eagle Sr Chester Hobart Ellis Yost Lewis Pearson Brown Lovett and Joe DuPuy.

Corporation Court Della Malone Berryville Herman HH. Hable Winchester Here Hable Malone City Hall A. Taylor Ritter George H. Eagle, Sr Chester Hobart Ellis Yost Lewis Pearson Brown Lovett Joe DuPuy

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Mayor Anderson Park Nine Cassell Duff DR. Wright Stephens City J. W. Wright Mrs. Campbell Florida Berry Geo. F. Norton Jas Yakima Hospital Miss Patterson Mr. Howard STOGE Staples M'Donald World Pye World
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