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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1934

Page

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Dillinger Gang Threats Reach Ohio Governor

Governor George White received alleged inside information that Dillinger gang members set up headquarters in Columbus to kidnap him and his daughter Miss Mary White. He noted the tip was not treated with alarm and cited past threats and pardons sought for gang members.

Miss Mary White Columbus Ohio George White Mary Dillinger Chicago Harry Pierpont Charles Makley Russell Clark Dillinger Gang McLaughlin John J Edward Bremer William E. Vidler St. Paul Department of Justice

Park Association to Play Millwood Here Tomorrow

Winchester Park Association meets Millwood Sunday afternoon at 3. Sinclair starts for Winchester after a strong season with the park club. Millwood counters with Hook, who puzzled local fans last year by winning three games and allowing few hits.

Winchester Park Associat Millwood Winchester Sinclair Park Association Hook

Farm Administration mails 46 379 checks to tobacco growers

Washington April 27. The Farm Administration announced it had mailed 46 379 checks totaling 2 522 000 to tobacco growers through April 24. Of this, 263 236 went to tobacco growers in Virginia.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Farm Administration Virginia

Frost Damages Orchard Crops At Winchester Lab

Early morning readings at Winchester Research Laboratory hit 26 degrees, one of the latest spring lows. Scientists say apples damaged, peaches hurt in low areas, sour cherries spared, with some early apple bloom in Delious and Ben Davis varieties.

Winchester Research Laboratory Ben Davis

Two Desperate Fugitives Slain By Desert Posse

Victorville California April 28 Sudden death at the hands of a desert posse ended the flight of two escaped San Quentin convicts Wanda T Stewart and Walter H Weyth Authorities called one of the men second only to John Dillinger as a desperado They were killed three miles south of Victorville after slugging their way out of San Quentin Thursday The fugitives were trapped as they drove toward Victorville from San Bernardino where they had released two policemen they had kidnapped in San Rafael and forced to accompany them on a wild ride through Death Valley

Associated Press Victorville Cal San Quentin John Dillinger Here Wanda T. Stewart Walter H. Weyth Thursay

20000 Barrels of Whiskey Burn at Pepper Distillery

A blaze at the James E. Pepper distillery near Lexington destroyed 20000 barrels of whiskey, some aged 21 years, in a fire estimated at 5 million dollars. Night watchman Stanley Trayvis died of burns after being trapped between burning structures. The distillery, founded in 1870, was among America’s oldest. J A Hottinger returned from Roanoke after district Farm Bureau Insurance meetings.

Lexington Schenley Owned James E. Pepper Stanley Trayvis America J. A. Hottinger Roanoke The Farm Bureau Insurance

Circuit Court Ends Busy Term For The Month

Frederick County Circuit Court wrapped up its April term after a near constant session since April 2. One criminal case and seven civil jury cases were heard, plus numerous chancery actions. several long-standing civil suits were dismissed. seven liquor charges were nolle pressed. Jury verdicts favored plaintiff in most civil actions, with one manslaughter verdict for the defense.

Frederick County Williams Burr P. Harrison Nolle Commonwealth Courtney G. Hook W. W. Luttrell Carl J. Renner Mattie I. Mee Mary E. Barrett Ruth Bly United Wool Growers Association Stanley L. Triplett Frederick Mutual Fire Insurance Co FE. A. Strout Realty Agency, Inc S. A. Riley Fred L. Glaize Thomas D. Cather F. E. McComas L. H. Zinn

Showers Likely Early Week For North Atlantic States

Weather outlook for the period beginning Monday shows showers in the northern portion of the North and Middle Atlantic States early in the week with general showers around Friday. Cooler Tuesday and Tuesday night, slightly warmer midweek, then colder at the end. Mrs. J. C. Woolfolk hosted a small bridge party for Mrs. Turner Green of Richmond.

The Associated Press Washington North Middle Atlantic J. C. Woolfolk Turner Green Richmond

Baltimore Mayor Announces Run for Maryland Governor

Baltimore Mayor Howard W. Jackson announced his candidacy for governor seeking the Democratic nomination without a bitter primary. He said his mayoral record should satisfy Democrats statewide and outlined plans to discuss state government improvements as the campaign progresses.

Baltimore Maryland Howard W. Jackson

Queen Shenandoah XI to Head Apple Blossom Festivities

Entertainments planned for Queen Shenandoah XI and her court at Shenandoah Valley Academy during the Apple Blossom Festival include a tea dance at Winchester Golf Club, a reception at Thornhill, a luncheon at the Russells, and a Queen’s Ball at the academy with 29 princesses and two maids of honor. The events are hosted by Mrs. Richard Evelyn Byrd, hosted guests, and coordinated with the Southern Inn accommodations for the entourage.

Shenandoah XI John Hay Whitney Richard Evelyn Byrd Amherst Street Byrd Amherst Her Festival Committee Winchester Golf Club Thornhill South Washington Street W. A. Baker Shenandoah Valley Academy

Coupe bargains 1933 Plymouth DeLuxe and Chevrolet Master Coupes

Bickers Motor Co advertises 1-1933 Plymouth DeLuxe Coupe and 1-1933 Chevrolet Master Coupe in perfect condition. Armour's Corned Beef Hash offered at 19¢ per tin at Pure Food Store Ip-It.

Bickers Motor CO Armour’s Pure Food Store Ip-It

Bishop Cannon Acquitted By a District Jury

A District of Columbia jury acquitted Bishop James Cannon Jr and Ada L Burroughs on all counts related to alleged concealment of 1928 campaign contributions. After three hours and four ballots the defendants were cleared of charges tied to Edwin C Jameson and anti Smith funding. Cannon planned a Mississippi bishops conference before commenting further on the verdict.

Washington District of Columbia Supreme Court James Cannon, Jr Ada L. Burroughs Miss Burroughs Smith Bishop Cannon Edwin C. Jameson New York Virginia Alfred E. Smith Cannon Tonigh Conference of Methodist Episcopal Bishops Jackson Mississippi Gordon anti-Smith Democrats Justice Gordon

No Garbage Collection During Apple Blossom Festival

There will be no garbage collection on Thursday May 3 and Friday May 4 for the Apple Blossom Festival. House keepers should arrange temporary sanitary disposal methods during this period. P P Pilcher City Manager.

P. P. Pilcher

Line of March Planned for Winchester School Parade

Frederick county students and parents are urged to read the parade plan for next Thursday morning. Pupils must be in position by 9 30 to avoid being moved to the sidelines. Marshals and forming streets are listed with designated assemblies and dress locations for各 schools and groups.

Frederick County Winchester Stephens City Middletown Bryarly Miller Woodbine John Kerr Cecil Clifford Cork Loudoun Kent Gainesboro Gore Rock Enon Lamp Mount Williams Friendly Grove Russell Grove Market Street Piccadilly Water Louise Greenwalt Fred Braithwaite Marshall R. A. Wall Fairview Whitacre Branson Kauffman Brucetown Little Mountain Sesnaine West Cork Street G. W. Ropp Marshal Mountain View East Cork Street R. E. Ayler Armel Relief Deerfield Kernstown Gravel Springs Chestnut Grove Hampton Hayfield Clifford Street Wilbur Tidler Round Hill Opequon Evandale Good Samaritan Carpers Valley Greenwood Welltown Valley High View East Clifford Street Mara Paul E. Behrens West Cecil Street Claude B. Stickley East Cecil Street Orville Wake

Records Ordered Produced In Suit In City Court

A decree by the Corporation Court directs the clerk to issue a subpoena duces tecum for records of the Winchester Cold Storage Company. The evidence is sought for Mrs. Sybil B. Jacobs in a chancery suit where George W. Morris is plaintiff and Jacobs and E. P. Bean are defendants to show the quantity of fruit in storage owned by Mrs. Jacobs.

Corporation Court Sybil B. Jacobs Winchester Cold Storage Company George W. Morris

4-H Club Council Meets At Christ Episcopal Chapel

The Council of the 15 4-H clubs in the county meets at Christ Episcopal Chapel this afternoon with Miss Margaret Larrick presiding. Several club matters are discussed and a full report will appear in The Star Monday. Visitors included Mr. John R. Crown of the Daily News Record and his son Jack.

Christ Episcopal Chapel Margaret Larrick John R. Crown The Daily News Record Harrisonburg Jack

Mrs De Vonde Beauty Sale Ad

Mrs De Vonde advertises permanent waving and hair tinting at Beauty Nook located at 129 S Loudoun St with phone 1312. The copy proclaims reputation as “The Best.” Unclear date and page note 4-18-1p-tf.

Mrs. de Vonde Beauty Nook S. Loudoun St

Jimmy Chouderis to Parade with Artistic Float

Apple Blossom festival officials praise Winchester resident Jimmy Chouderis proprietor of the White Palace Restaurant for his loyalty and public spirit. The Greek born veteran and naturalized citizen contributed to the festival expense fund and will have his establishment represented in the upcoming parade Friday.

Jimmy Jimmy” Chouderis White Palace North Loudoun Street Greece Winchester Arthur Mr. Arhtur Gee

Governor Peery to Attend Winchester Apple Blossom Festival

Governor George C. Peery and staff plan to visit Winchester for the Apple Blossom Festival May 3 4 with a possible one day appearance. J P Arthur and Senator T Russell Cather announced invitations were extended to state officials including Brig Gen S Gardner Waller Lieut Gov James H Price and others to attend the festival.

George C. Peery Richmond J. P. Arthur T. Russell Cather New Mr. Arthur Governor Peery Cather Gardner Waller Virginia National Guard James H. Price Park Deans Virginia Industrial Commission John Q. Rhodes Jr Division of Motor Vehicles T. McCall Frazier Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Senator Cather Arthur Winchester

Ten Most Read Fiction at Handley Library in 1934 Start

The Handley Library lists its top ten fiction titles for January through April 1934. Included are Anthony Adverse by Harvey Allen and The Cross of Peace by Philip Gibbs among others such as The Mother by Pearl Buck and Oil for the Lamps of China by Alice T. Hobart.

Handley Library Anthony Adverse Harvey Allen Philip Gibbs Mother Pearl Buck John R. Oliver China Alice T. Hobart Anne Parrish Elinor Norson Mary R. Rinehart Vanessa Hugh Walpole Margaret A. Barnes Simclair Ewis

Coronation of Queen Shenandoah XI at Apple Blossom Festival

Lewis Douglas will crown Mrs. John Hay Whitney as Queen Shenandoah XI at the Handley School esplanade on May 3. The ceremony includes a full court, maids of honor, princesses from regional schools, and coronation officials led by Rev. Dr. S. L. Flickinger. The procession names Crown bearer Pavey Lupton and train bearers Phylis Fowle and Frances Bickers.

John Hay Whitney Llangollen Upperville Shenandoah XI Handley School Esplanade S. L. Flickinger Winchester Whitney Shenandoah Lewis W. Dougal Charles R. Anderson R. Gray Williams Robert B. Nelson Christ Episcopal Church Mendeth Cover Russell Ee Shannon Rice Virginia West Virginia Maryland District of Columbia Pavey Lupton McSherry Lupton Phylis Fowle Philip Fowle Frances Bickers M. B. Bickers Blossomland

Rooms for rent during Apple Blossom Festival urged

Citizens with rooms to let during the Apple Blossom Festival are asked to submit names addresses and number of rooms to Andrew Bell secretary of the Chamber of Commerce at phone 362 or to Mrs FP Harris at phone 80. Information will help direct inquirers to available accommodations.

Andrew Bell The Chamber of Commerce FP. L. Harris

Rouss Fire Company Plans Parade Meeting

The Rouss Fire Company calls a special meeting Monday April 30 at 7 30 p m to finalize plans for the Apple Blossom Parade and issue parade uniforms. Captain M D Weaver announces.

Rouss Fire Company M. D. Weaver

For Sale White Leghorn Hens 60 Cents Each

For sale 80 yearling white Leghorn hens good layers 60c each L L Trahan Middletown Virginia Ip-16

L. L. Trahan Middletown

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