Mass Convention Endorses Thomas W. Harrison for Congress
Democrats of Frederick county in Winchester Virginia met in mass convention and endorsed the administration of President Wilson and the record of Hon. Thomas W. Harrison. They elected delegates and alternates to Roanoke and adopted a unit rule to cast the delegation’s full vote.
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Frederick County
County Court House
Woodrow Wilson
Thomas W. Harrison
Roanoke
Sawheg County
Charles R. McCann
Leslie OD. Kline
Victor Arthur
Kline
R. A. Lemley
Robert S. Smith
R. S
H.C. Light
Lee Whitacre
Kline Ther
Scott Grant
H. E. Shull
Do. R. McCann
Asa Rosenberger
Wwil- Ham Jobe
Wm. B. Smith
W.C. Whitacre
John Myers
Luther Pannett
Robert Shade
Joseph Watson
R.A. Temley
Coleman Dunn
J. W.richards
Elijah Pifer
R. L. Omps
Harrison
America
Congress
J. R. Watson
W._E. SMITH
F. B. Cadwallader
Congressman Harrison's War Era Record Highlighted
In 1916 Thomas W. Harrison was elected to Virginia's Seventh District after a 25 year Virginia bench career. During the four years since, he aided the Selective Service Act through the House, aiding the wartime draft and the mobilization of four million men, shaping a pivotal period of American history.
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Thomas W. Harrison
Virginia
Harrison
House
The President a World Figure Resolution Endorses Wilson
A convention adopts a resolution praising Woodrow Wilson for his leadership from 1913 to entering World War I. It cites unprecedented legislation and diplomatic efforts to keep the United States out of war before joining the conflict.
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Woodrow Wilson
Codrow Wilson
White House
Washington
Bage
Johnson Has Wide Margin In Montana Presidential Primary
In Montana's GOP presidential primary, Senator Hiram Johnson led with a wide margin among early unofficial returns. From about 200 of 1,500 precincts: Johnson 6,238. General Wood 1,604. Herbert Hoover 1,259. Governor Lowden 1,134. Harding under 500. Democratic candidates were not fielded, so write‑ins included McAdoo Wilson Debs Edwards Bryan and others.
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Associated Press
Butte
Mont
Hiram Johnson
Cota
Montana
Johnson
General Wood
Herbert Hoover
Lowdon
Illinois
Warren G. Harding
W. G. McAdoo
Wilson
Eugene V. Debs
Edwards
New Jersey
William J. Bryan
L. H. W. Elosser Funeral Tomorrow
Funeral services for L. H. W. Elosser will be held at his sister’s home 125 West Water Street at 9 45 tomorrow morning. Rev. A. A. Kelly of Grace Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will be at St. John’s Church near Fawcetts Gap after the service. A. L. Blosser of Cumberland and Howard Blosser of Pittsburgh, sons, have arrived for the funeral.
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L. H. W. Elosser
John B. Haines
West Water Street
A. A. Kelly
Grace Lutheran
Howard Blosser
Pittsburgh & Son
Taxpayers Must Pay Poll Taxes by May First 1920 Notices
Residents urged to settle 1919 poll tax and any due 1917 1918 taxes before May 1 1920. Frederick County treasurer Robert B Smith and Winchester city treasurer WM Barr issue the notice. Also seed oats and a lost umbrella with reward offered by the Star office.
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Robert 8. Smith
Treas
Frederick County
WM. T. Barr
City of
Winchester
Sale Postponed to May for Miller Farm Near Eee
The sale of the Miller farm near Eee has been postponed to May 1. Adv reads Warren Rice as Trustee. Seed corn advertised by Winchester Seed Co. Inc. with Government No. 119 and No. 21-lp-21.
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Eee
Winchester Seed Co., Inc
Richard Carle in a Clever Performance at the Empire
Richard Carle delighted a large audience at the Empire Theatre in Sunshine with sparkling wit. His capable company backed the star with dance singing and acting as costumes and music impressed. encores followed repeated triumphs for Carle and principals.
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Richard Carle
Empire Theatre
Sunshine
Mr. Carle
Carle
Investigation urged into fire truck speeds at city blaze
Editorial calls for a full inquiry after witnesses claim a fire truck moved no faster than eight mph to mock a city ordinance capped at 18 mph. The piece urges Mayor Ward to probe, prove the charge or clear the fire departments publicly.
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Winchester
Ward
Lift the Lid Urges Lupton Lift the Lid Urges Lupton
A letter to The Star argues against a proposed school plan led by Mr. Clerk. It challenges cost estimates for a northern branch, criticizes transport and heating costs, and urges open debate over school location and funding. Continued on Page 6.
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the Star
Uni Plan
Clerk
Veriest Bank
Tiatter
Water Street
Air Auto Pic
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
Handley Board
Safe and Sure Lead Arsenate for Strong Insect Control
The product is described as a distinctive arsenate of lead with high poisoning power and fine distribution for uniform coverage. It emphasizes thorough arsenic and lead combination to ensure effective treatment and maximum safety for fruit and foliage.
Winchester Orchard Supply Company now ready for delivery
Winchester Orchard Supply Company announces readiness for delivery at 301 North Market Street. Customers can contact the business by phone to arrange orders and service.
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Winchester Orchard Supply Company
N. Market ST
Ambassador Morris to Return on May 15 from Japan
The American ambassador to Japan, Roland A Morris, will sail from Yokohama to the United States on the liner Korea Maru on May 15, according to a Tokio cable. He will be on a leave of absence, the State Department announced.
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Associated Press
Honolulu
Roland A Morris
Japan
Yokohama
United States
Korea
Agreement by Premiers on Attitude Toward Germany Reached
San Remo April 24 reports a complete agreement between Premier Lloyd George and Premier Millerand on the stance the allies will adopt toward Germany in applying the peace treaty. The accord covers the approach to the postwar settlement as the allies move to enforce terms.
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Associated Press
San Remo
Germany
Lloyd -George
Millerand
Pussyfoot Johnson Receives Welcome Home in Westerville
William B. Pussyfoot Johnson of the American Anti Saloon League returns to Westerville Ohio after a transatlantic trip from New York via Newark. League officials greeted him upon arrival after landing in Liverpool on Thursday from England.
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Associated Press
Westerville
Ohio
William B
Pussyfoot
Inter-Church World Movement drive begins tomorrow
Tomorrow April 25 marks the start of a major inter church fundraising effort led by thirty Protestant denominations. The Reformed Church in the United States budgets 10 847 425 to fund missionary work home and foreign education and ministerial relief. Centenary Reformed Winchester and St Paul Reformed Stephenson have set quotas and crews to raise funds over the next five years with steady progress and teams in place.
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Reformed Church
United States
Centenary Reformed Church of
Winchester
St. Paul's Reformed
Centenary
St. Paul's Church
Market Street M. E. Church Services Notice
Rev Walter Depp presides at Market Street M E Church with Sunday school at 9 45 a m Wesleyan Bible class, 11 a m and 7 30 p m sermons. Morning topic What Does God Expect of Me and evening The Game of Life. Public invited to all services.
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Walter Depp
Mammoth Farm and Timber Tract Offer Near Rail Line
Advertisement lists 505 acres with 3.5 acres in Virgin Timber and East mated 2 to 3 million feet of Saw Timber near a railroad. Includes real estate agency notice TRY HERRELL'S REAL STATE AGENCY and misc classified lines about remodeling a storeroom, wanted items, and a social note about Mr. and Mrs. C A Davis returning from a visit.
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Herrell
Real State Agency
Ngcal
Star
New York Senate Passes Beer Legalization Bill
Albany April 24 The New York Senate approved a bill to legalize 2.75 percent beer by a 27 to 23 vote. The measure goes to the Assembly for concurrence. An Anti-Saloon League enforcement bill failed 21 to 29, and a 4 percent beer wine bill failed 22 to 26.
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Associated Press
Albany
N. Y
New York Senate Today
Assembly
Anti-Saloon League
Walker D Hines Resigns as Railroad Director General
Washington April 24 Walker D Hines director general of railroads has resigned and the resignation accepted by President Wilson effective May 15. Much work remains liquidating railroad affairs after May 15 and a successor will be named likely Max Phelan currently in charge of the department.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Walker D. Hines
Wilson
Hines
Max Phelan
Current Off Sunday Service Window Noted
The current will operate Sunday from 2 p m to 6 p m for Northern Virginia Power Co.
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Northern Virginia Power Co
Conrad Post Telegram Offers Services During Railroad Strike
Chairman W A Baker of Conrad Post in America sent a telegram to President Wilson and President Willard of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offering services during the railroad strike. The message was widely printed and drew expressions of loyalty from Conrad Post members. A reply from J P Tumbley secretary to the President acknowledged receipt and promised to bring the telegram to the United States Railroad Administration.
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W. A. Baker
Conrad Post
Armerigan
Wilson
Willard
Baltimore? and Ohio Railroad
Baker
J. P. Tumbley
United States Railroad
Rainy Weather Forecast for Early Week in North Atlantic States
Weather Bureau issued predictions for the week starting Monday. In the North and Middle Atlantic States unsettled conditions with showers are expected in the first half, followed by fair and cool weather in the latter half.
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Washington
The
Weather Bureau
Middle Atlantic
Arrangements For Rites For Mrs Luther Barr Not Complete
Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Luther Barr, reported in Lancaster Pennsylvania, were not completed due to uncertainty about the arrival of the remains. The body may arrive tonight or tomorrow morning and services would likely be held at the mortuary chapel at Mount Hebron Cemetery.
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Luther Barr
Lancaster
Mount Hebron
Armenia Recognized By United States As Independent Republic
Armenia was formally recognized today as an independent republic by the United States in a Washington ceremony. It marks the end of Armenia’s status as a part of other states and establishes full diplomatic recognition.
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The
Associated Press
Washington
Armenia
United States
Virginia Fish Station Bill Introduced in House
Representative T. W. Harrison of the Winchester district introduced a bill to establish and maintain a fish cultural station in Virginia in the House.
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T. W. Harrison
Winchester
House of Representatives
Virginia
Leafe Takes Extended Rest Leaving Knitting Company
General manager Arthur Leafe and Mrs Leafe depart for Atlantic City for a health rest. W Nelson and the mill staff remain at the North Kent Street plant. Mrs Martin Fries returns to Washington from a visit with her father John Bailey on the Pugittown Pike accompanied by her niece Exandes McParland.
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Arthur “Leafe
Lewis Jones Knitting Company
Leafe
Atlantic City
W. ‘Nelson
North Kent Street
Martin Fries
John, Bailey
Pugittown Pike
Washington
Exandes McParland
AL Hh
Leaders Of Strike Held For Hearing In Chicago District
Chicago dispatch reports a break in strike ranks. 350 of 1,036 workers returned to duty as 42 strike leaders were arraigned on conspiracy to violate the Lever Act. Movement of livestock meats and coal remains normal. executives track remaining walkouts and seek restoration of service.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Strikiz
Western
Tio
United States
John Grunau
Harold Ring
Central
Far West
N. Y
New York
Stocks Rally Across Sectors on Better Mexican Outlook
New York sees broad stock gains as most classes rise on improved view of Mexican situation. Motor, oil, steel and equipment shares lead advances of 2 to 15 points. textiles and shippings recover late with steady gains as profits are renewed. Close is strong with about 450000 shares traded. An agreement then set with Ryan for $550 a share to settle with 58 commission houses.
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Associated Press
New York
Priet
Statz
York
Ian H. Ryan
Stata Company
Commission
Ryan
Mrs. Brady to Live Here
Mrs. Brady formerly Miss Burnside of this city arrives from Lutherville Maryland and plans to reside with relatives the Misses Brown on Kent Street. Her sister Miss Elizabeth Burnside died several months ago.
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M.s. Josephine Brady
Lutherville
Misses Brown
Kent Street
Mrs. Brady
Miss Burnside
Miss. Elizabeth Burnside
St. Paul’s Ams KE Church Service Notice
The pastor Rev. J. C. Parola will preach at 11 a.m. for Sunday service and deliver the morning subject Water Ablution. Sunday school meets at 227.
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ST. Paul's Ams KE Church
J. C. Parola
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