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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1933

Page

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Colorful rites surround Shenandoah Apple Blossom coronation

The May 3 ceremony at 3 PM will crown Francoise May of Belgium queen of the Tenth Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival on Handley High School esplanade. Attendants include government officials, clerics, maids of honor, and a large court from several states.

Shenandoah Handley High School Esplanade S. L. Plickinger Winchester Europe Francoise May Washington Shenandoah X Belgium George Dern Virginia Charles R. Anderson R. Gray Williams Robert B. Nelson Christ Episcopal Church Westwood Beverley Byrd Berryville Mary Warden Boyd Maryland West Virginia District of Columbia Elizabeth Beverley William Beverley Jean Marie Robinson C. Arthur Robinson Frances Ryan Roland C. Ryan Garland Girls Handley High School Queen’s Glee Club Harrisonburg State Teachers’ College Massanutten Military Academy Woodstock Heralds Miss May Blossomland Esplanade Kingdom

Legion and Winchester Park Association Meet Friday

All members are urged to attend a meeting at 7 30 o clock Friday in the Council Chamber. The gathering involves the American Legion and Winchester Park Association groups.

American Legion and Winchester Park Association Council Chamber

Last Chance For Cachets For Apple Blossom Stamp

Tomorrow the Apple Blossom Festival cachet will be affixed to mail as Miss Francoise May is named Queen Shenandoah X. Requests from 15 states and 3 foreign countries have arrived. 6 cent fee covers part of the stamping cost at Director-General Arthur’s office in the George Washington Hotel building.

Arthur Francoise May Shenandoah George Washington Hotel

Franklin astrologer to be taken to Waynesboro for trial

William Franklin known as Prof Ernest Langer and Dr W Franklin remains in Winchester Memorial Hospital after ingesting bichloride of mercury. He is improving and is scheduled to be moved to Waynesboro for arraignment on the false pretenses charge with local and Waynesboro attorneys aiding his defense.

William Franklin Ernest Langer W. Franklin Waynesboro Winchester Memorial Hospital Franklin H. I. Pifer Felix Edmunds Winchester Maryland Williamsport Strasburg

Students from Carl Schurz High School Tour Shenandoah Valley

Sixty nine students from Carl Schurz High School Chicago traveled by rail to Martinsburg West Virginia then by motor coaches through Shenandoah Valley to Winchester arriving late yesterday. Teachers and B and O Railroad agents accompanied the party on an educational outing noted for the schools large enrollment of about twelve thousand students.

Carl Schurz High School Chicago Winchester Shenandoah Valley Shenandoah County Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Martinsburg W. Va George Washington Hotel Washington Carl Schurz

Big Joe Bread Appetizing Nutritious Freshness Value

Ipit presents Big Joe Bread highlighting appealing freshness and nutritious value. The headline-style note emphasizes taste quality and market appeal to readers seeking reliable everyday bakery options.

Moling and Cather Promote Coolmor Porch Shades

Moling and Cather advertise Coolmor porch shades at lower prices. The brief notice emphasizes affordable outdoor comfort amid seasonal sales.

Moling & Cather

Governor seeks swift action in Crawford habeas case appeal

Governor Pollard urged Attorney General Saunders to press for quick action by the U S Circuit Court of Appeals on the Massachusetts appeal from Judge Lowell's habeas corpus ruling for George Crawford. Boston defense lawyer Thompson defended Lowell and said he would review the case facts and present evidence if warranted. Crawford remains jailed on $25 000 bail while the appeal progresses.

Associated Press Richmond Pollarc John R. Saunders United States Circuit Court of Appeals Massachusetts James A. Lowell Boston Mass William G. Thompson George Crawford Lowell Congress Thompson Representative Smith Virginia Crawford Council of the Bar Association United States Supreme Court

Chinese and Japanese Battle Near Mantienmen North of Peiping

Chinese and Japanese forces clash near Mantienmen south of Kupeikow Great Wall pass northeast of Peiping. Japanese artillery and air bombardment hit Chinese positions with limited effect as Chinese troops dig in and halt Japanese infantry. The Chinese resistance is described as the stiffest faced by Japan south of the Great Wall.

Associated Press Peiping Mantienmen Kupeikow Great Wall Pass Japan Great Wall of China

Jewelers Robbed Of Gems Valued At 27000

New York April 27 Two manufacturing jewelers and a visiting salesman were robbed today in a fifth floor Canal Street office of about 27000 dollars in gold and precious stones by three armed men using handcuffs copper wire and tape. The victims were Hyman H. Sohn Leon Turkis and Max Stein.

Associated Press New York Canal Street Lower Manhattan Hyman H.sohn Leon Turkis Max Stein John Street

Three Convicts Break Jail From Western Penitentiary

John Maug led the escape from the Pittsburgh penitentiary as the four inmates slid down an improvised rope after leaping from the roof. Edward Turpack Fred Prince and Theodore Geisler joined the breakout and remain at large.

Associated Press Pittsburgh Western Penitentiary John Maug Maug Edward Turpack Fred _ Prince Theodore Joseph Geisler

Sarah Zane Fire Co Special Meeting Notice

Special meeting called by Captain R. B. Brown for Friday April 28 at 8 oclock. Members urged to attend.

Sarah Zane Fire CO R. B. Brown

Charity Aerial Circus Planned at Admiral Airport

Planes with expert pilots arrive to stage an all day aerial circus at Admiral Airport on Sunday from 1 to 7 PM for the Robert Y Conrad Post 21 American Legion and Park Association pool fund. Features include glider shows parachute jumps and 1000 foot delay drops. A 3 PM baseball game at Rouss Spring Park between Strong Northern Athletic Club of Washington DC and the Park nine accompanies the event. tickets 50 cents adults 25 cents students.

Admiral Airport Robert Y Conrad Post No. 21 American Legion The Park Association Winchester Rouss Sring Park Northern Athletic Club Washington, D. C Park Nine

Federal order limits gold hoarding. May 1 deadline set

Winchester banks receive notice that May 1 1933 is the last day to deliver gold coin bullion and certificates to Federal Reserve banks or member banks for exchange at equal value. Penalties include a 10000 dollar fine or up to one year in prison. The order targets preventing gold hoarding as part of a broader economic plan.

Winchester Federal Reserve Bank Federal Reserve System Natorial Treasury Federal Reserve United States W. H. Woodin

Apple Blossom Festival expense fund contributions listed

Clifford D. Grim as treasurer reports additional donations for the Apple Blossom Festival May 3-4. Contributions from Braddock Motor Co. to Winchester Furniture Co. include amounts from $2.50 to $75, with major gifts from Commercial & Savings Bank and White Palace Restaurant.

Clifford D. Grim Braddock Motor Co Baker E. E Bond Bros Bosserman W.H. & Son Bryarly & Green Commercial & Savings Bank Clowe M. B C. & P. Telephone Co Cammer Tire Co Cooper E. B Funk H. J Fruit Growers Express Fosbrink J. G Gilpin Henry B Gray & Sheetz Harlee C. B Huntsberry C. E Jamison O. L Kelvinator Co Bohman Levan, Abe Miller & Massey McGuire H. H Pure Food Store Roszel B. M Snapp A. R Smith, Clark Snapp Foundry, Inc

Special Fruit and Produce Sale From Winchester Market

Special sale on oranges and grapefruit direct from Florida trees. Oranges 25c and 35c per bag. Grapefruit 5 for 25c to 9 for 25c. Extra large beans 5c per lb. Celery 5c each. Bananas 10c and 11 1/2c. Strawberries 15c per quart. Winchester Fruit and Veg Market, Phone 461. Next Union Bank. ip-1t

Florida Winchester Fruit & Veg Next Union Bank

Queen's Sisters and Dignitaries Attend Coronation Event

Queen Shenandoah the Tenth's sister Miss Francoise May and two May family sisters are set to join the Belgian ambassador and party in Winchester for the coronation festival at Handley High School. The attendance includes scouts, school bands, and a parade with Martinsburg entries and a public safety detail.

United States Paul May Shenandoah Francoise May Handley ‘High School Arthur Misses May May Winchester Washington Nelson Page Amherst Street National No. 53 Girl Scouts Miss May Winchester Fair Grounds Martinsburg W. Va Greyhound Count Francois de Buisseret Legation B. B Dutton J. Victor Arthur Margaret Nelson Atlanta Winchester P. W. Boyd Fairmont Avenue Count de Buisseret

Bonus Matter Flares Up Again In The House

In Washington on April 27 the House considered bonus legislation with one move deferred and another pushed forward as the Senate neared a vote on the veteran payment proposal. Representative Patman agreed to withhold a caucus petition pending Senate action on Robinson’s amendment for payment from Treasury notes in the inflation bill. Representative Lundeen filed a petition to force a House vote, signaling concern over presidential issuance.

Associated Press Washington House Senate Patman Texas Robinson Indiana Treasury Lundeen Farmer-Labor Minnesota

Fresh Air Fund appeals for County hosts for city children

Miss Anna Bell Lambert visited Winchester to enlist local aid for the Tribune Fresh Air Fund program. Aimed at placing 500000 New York City children aged 5 to 12 in rural homes for two weeks of August, volunteers from Winchester and Frederick County organize to host 81 children last year and seek further sponsors and committee members.

Winchester Frederick County New York City Tribune Fresh Air Fund New York Metropolis Anna Bell Lambert Tribune Fund J. D. Russell Southern Methodist Grover C. Rose L. H. Pence 8. C. Hoshour Alfred Kerfoot Robert E.hannon E. J. Rohart Frederick New York State Miss Lambert the Tribune United States Great Metropolis Tribune Fresh Air Fund Lambert

Minstrels Sing of Apple Blossoms on NBC Broadcast

Sinclair Minstrels will perform songs about apple blossom time in the Shenandoah Valley on a nation wide NBC hook up from 9 to 9 30 Monday evening May 1. J Woolfolk local manager for Sinclair Refining Company invites all to listen. This week’s Sinclair Bulletin magazine features photo engravings of apple orchard and Winchester festival scenes.

Shenandoah Valley Sinclair Minstrels National Broadcasting Company J. ©. Woolfolk Sinclair Refining Company Woolfolk The Sinclair Bulletin Winchester

Fresh Strength In Dollar Pauses Stocks In New York

The dollar's strength and the upcoming inflation vote in the Senate cooled stock trading in New York. Traders noted signs of business pickup but questioned high share prices without a clearer economic and inflation outlook. Volume fell to a multi day low. Sterling cables opened at 3.47 3 4. Call money stood at 1 percent. For sale a 1930 Ford Pick Up in excellent condition from Bickers Motor Co.

Associated Press New York Senate Wall Street Sterling Ford Bickers Motor CO Ford Dealers

Actress Virginia Vredenburgh Bets On May 12 Stage Return

An outstanding member of the cast of The Man will perform on May 12 at the Capitol Theatre in Winchester. Mrs. Virginia Vredenburgh, famed for Hay Fever and The Second Man, plays Judith Bliss and a beautiful widow role, with Arthur Field and Clark Cooper, Tucker McGuire, and Harry Hanst also in the cast. Tickets are on sale at the Capitol Theatre and through Little Theatre members.

the Theatre Virginia Vredenburgh Vredenburgh Noel Coward Peten Judith Bliss Kendall Frayne Harry Hanst Little Theatre Capitol Theatre

Two Killed and Nine Injured in Ravenna Blast

An explosion at the home of Edward Rock in Ravenna Ohio killed Mrs Rock age 30 and Silas Eldridge 70 a state highway department watchman and injured nine others. The blast collapsed the basement and shattered windows for blocks around. Mrs Rock and Eldridge were recovered from the debris this morning.

Ravenna Ohio Edward Rock Rock

Endeavorers To Give Silver Tea In Loudoun Street Church

Final arrangements are made for a silver tea hosted by the Winchester Christian Endeavor union tomorrow from 4 30 to 6 30 PM in the Sunday School room at Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church. A short program will entertain guests with numbers presented at intervals during the two hour event. All are invited.

Winchester Christian Endeavor Union Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church

Festival parade final plans set for Friday meeting

Special meeting Friday night April 28 at 8 o'clock to finalize comic parade arrangements. All members requested to attend as Lee M. Lamp, president, leads the festival preparations for the Wednesday night May 3 event.

Lee M. Lamp

World debt talks widen as France hints payment plan

President Roosevelt signs no postponement for June 15 debt and France eyes paying the defaulted installment. Daladier reportedly seeks approval from the Chamber of Deputies for 19 million dollars in interest due December 15. Ottawa and Washington say talks with Britain and Canada progress, aiming toward moratorium options and world economic conference outcomes.

Washington Roosevelt White House Hull France Paris Edouard Daladier United States Herriot Chamber of Deputies Bennett Canada Raymond Moley Onenine New York MacDonald

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Handley School BIG Joe Sacco - Vanzetti Sis Winchester Theere American Legion Post and Park Association W. Nelson Page Fresh Air Fund London Rouss Fire CO
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