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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1915
Page
1
A columnist argues that medieval Byzantium shows religion used as sugar coating for pagan power. Empress Ariadne and Theodora are cited for crimes, hypocrisy, and brutal politics, with parallels to modern ministers and the idea that wealth funds vice.
The Woman's Civic League held its first meeting at the Handley Library. Miss Nena Shepard was elected president with other officers and a secretary treasurer. The group adopted by laws and elected a men advisory board. Fifty members attended and plan future committees and charter steps.
Voters are reminded to pay poll taxes six months before the November election. For the August 8 primary, taxes must be paid on or before May 1 to be eligible to vote. County officers delegates and state senator are to be nominated. Don’t delay.
White and yellow seed corn and for ensilage offered by H. H. Baker located at 17 Court House Plaza. Contact available for purchase and inquiries.
Announcement calls all red side members to meet at 9 30 in the classroom and bring a friend and four red flowers. It is signed by the Red Side. Mary Winkley has returned to Harrisonburg Virginia after visiting Miss Rose Janney on South Main Street. Dr. and Mrs J L Whitlock left this morning for Hagerstown Maryland where they will probably remain.
Federal Judge Alston G. Dayton appointed H H Emmert E Martin of Martinsburg and James H Harlow of Darlington Md as receivers for the Martinsburg Power Company to reorganize and finance the business. The plan, supported by 83 percent of stockholders, will rename the company Potomac Light and Power Company with capital raised to 1 million dollars and expansion of three plants along the Potomac River and in Martinsburg.
Theatre goers are invited to see A Pair of Sixes at the Empire next Thursday. The production promises a top-notch farce with the strongest working cast yet seen in a comedy drama led by Oscar Figman. Full scenery and a money back satisfaction guarantee are offered by THE MANAGEMENT.
Owners of dogs are required to pay dog taxes by May 1 1915. The notice is issued by M A Doran Chief of Police.
The Winchester Boy Scouts are praised for a fine track record in the Curtis Publishing Company contest. Local boys have performed well and will benefit from magazine sales in the next days, earning a 40 percent commission and a chance at the prize.
Mrs Artimitia Stimmel wife of George W Stimmel died this morning at her Bruce town home. Remains will be brought to Winchester Monday afternoon for funeral services at United Brett Church. Burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Relatives will meet at the house at 1 p m Monday.
Rev. Dr. W. D. Smith returns from the Valley Convocation spring meeting held in Woodstock Virginia with broad attendance and strong interest. Dr. Smith serves as dean of the convoca Horeca.
In The Star report, George Le, a well known South Main meat dealer, testified about cattle drinking from the stream near the Rosenberger farm and near disposal beds. He disputes the article’s depiction and states he buys milk from cows tested for purity. A Rotary Standard sewing machine advertises at R. M. Swimley.
Relatives traveled long distances to attend the funeral of the late Benjamin Chrismore at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church where he was a longtime member. Rev. H. G. Spencer conducted the service on Thursday afternoon as the choir led with hymns. At Mount Hebron Cemetery the choir sang The Home of the Lord. Pallbearers were John H. Seal Sr George H. Eagle John I Sloat E B Sartelle Arthur Leafe and H N Kern.
Dr. Walter Cox returned from Baltimore where he aided Dr. J M T Finney in a severe operation on Miss Mabel Brown daughter of Mr and Mrs James Brown of North Main street. The telegram from Baltimore says Miss Brown is rallying satisfactorily and relatives are encouraged. Our prices were never 80 low. We don't offer bargain furniture but furniture at bargain. R M Swimley. pere ibe.
Mr John F Sowers of Federal Hill farm near White Post Clarke county heads to Baltimore for special medical treatment accompanied by Dr C C Dearmont of White Post. Mr J W Spillman remains critically ill at home on East Water Street. Dr J A Richard will depart tonight for New York City for a week and return late next week.
Denver former Governor Ammons calls Walsh claim false saying he never received letters or directions from John D. Rockefeller Jr or Ivy Lee. Ammons says he only spoke with Rockefeller's industrial welfare agent about a possible strike settlement.
Revival meetings at Firet Baptist Church include three distinct services tomorrow and ongoing evenings next week. 11 oclock morning service features pastor sermon and a duet by Rev John B Williams and Miss Pearl Wigington with new member reception. 3:30 men only meeting features male choir quartet from Centenary Reformed Church and address by Rev John Williams. 8 oclock evening prayer meeting and service include a Williams duet with Miss Mary Dumley. crowd drawn by congregational singing.
Charles McCarty returns from Philadelphia where he attended the funeral of his brother James McCarty who died Tuesday. James was interred in a Philadelphia cemetery after a private funeral. Surviving McCarty children include two married daughters and sons William and Carson, with the South Braddock Street brother Charles as the lone surviving sibling.
A. M. Baker of Winchester slipped at Union Station Washington and bruised his hip. He was rushed to Garfield Hospital and an X ray found no fracture. Doctors expect he can leave hospital in a few days and return home.
Sluicing OCR fragment announces a recruitment appeal for young colored males aged 14 to 46 with a dubious big opportunity. The text mentions an office and suggests a recruitment or employment context lacking clear details.
Canadian troops bore the brunt of German assault along the Yeer region and prevented a breakthrough despite heavy losses. A large German fleet reportedly steamed in the North Sea as Norwegian sailing ships and a Danish steamer were cited as victims of submarines. Dispatches note intensified fighting near key river junctions, with reinforcements pursuing the enemy and Egypts sultan assassination suspect executed.
The Frederick County Democratic Committee met at Courthouse Hall at 11 o'clock with a quorum. Luther A. Huyett was re elected secretary while Captain J. K. McCann was unanimously chosen chairman. Shawnee District fills a vacancy by Miley Pannett. The acta of the last General Assembly on the primary law were read for the committee. The group adjourned to reconvene May 15 at 11 o'clock.
The Bluemont Berryville and Winchester Transportation Co. announces two daily round trips between Winchester and Berryville with exceptions. Monday Wednesday Friday trips go to Berryville and Bluemont. Tuesday Thursday Saturday travel to Bluemont. Sunday schedule departs 8 a.m. and returns 8 p.m. The Evars hotel point is a pickup for two morning trips.
The Shenandoah Valley Academy baseball team left early this afternoon for Martinsburg for an away game.
Notice from City Treasurer William T. Barr and Frederick County Treasurer Br. McCann states that all taxpayers assessed with capitation tax for 1914 must pay by May 1 1915 to qualify for voting in the upcoming primary on August 3 1915 or the general election on November 2 1915.
Funeral services for the young Holmes Chamberlain will be held Sunday at 11 o clock from his parents home near Welltown. Rev J D of Strasburg will officiate. Mrs J C Eastham departed for Washington for a period of visit.
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