Two Young Men Die After Highland County Shootout
Clarence and John Ryder were killed after a pursuit along Straight Creek when they fired on Sheriff’s deputies. A coroner's jury and a special grand jury session were ordered as Highland County officials note the incident may influence the April circuit court term in Montrose.
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Staunton
Clarence
John Ryder
Straight Creek
Henry Holt
Mont
Highland
Staunton National Guard
Monterey
Wthout Foundation
Highland County
Colaw
Bird
Ryders
Knox peace resolution draws criticism in Senate
In Washington on April 29 the Knox peace resolution drew stern criticism from Senator Hitchcock Nebraska ranking Democrat on foreign relations who called the measure idle and ineffective and accused leaders of railroading it through like a gas franchise. The resolution was to be voted on the following day.
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Associated Press
Washington
Knox
Harding
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Senate
Astor Horse Wins 2000 Guineas at Newmarket
Viscount Astor's Craig won the 2000 guineas at Newmarket in the classic race for colts and fillies. Enz reports the result from the NPW Market meeting on April 29.
Bridge Failure Under Large Engine on Castleman's Ferry
In Berryville Virginia on April 29 two first spans of the Castleman's Ferry bridge on Bluemont side failed as a 7 ton traction engine driven by Edward Lichlider and owned by Virgin Johnson crossed the structure to drag a road scraper. Bridge engineer H P Grim was sent to assess damage and repairs. Light traffic was to be allowed after temporary fixes and the engine was lifted back to level.
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Messrs
Johnson and
Dorsey
Castleman's Ferry
Bonds Jumped by J. W. W. Men
Real leaders among Industrial Workers of the World who were convicted for anti government wartime conspiracies have jumped their bonds. Officials say the men are believed to be furthering revolutionary ideas after failing to report to Leavenworth penitentiary following the Supreme Court's refusal to review their cases.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Industrial Workers of the World
Leavenworth
Kansas
United States Supreme Court
May Issue Mileage Books Proposal
A House bill by Representative Flood of Virginia asks the Interstate Commerce Commission to issue mileage books with at least 1000 miles at a 33 1-3 percent reduction from the established rate. This notes a Democratic sponsor and a rail travel savings proposal under consideration.
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House of Representatives
Representative Flood
Virginia
Interstate Commere Commission
Mount Williams Local Gossip Highlights Community Visits
April 25 Mount Williams Virginia residents recount Sunday visits and family updates. Families include the Orndorffs, Williams clan, Himelrights, Gieses, Clowsers, Sager sisters and various relatives. A baby girl named Freda Margariete was welcomed by Oswald Giese and family.
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Mount’ Williams
C. L. Orndorff
Artin Williams
Winchester
N.C. Williams
W. H. Himelright
Sally Himelright
Hurl Himelright
Oswald Giese
Freda Margariete
Dorothy Sager
Perry
J. M. Orndoff
EB. R. Clowser
Chambersville
Bobbie Fawcett
Lucia Wynne
Fawcett Gap
W. T. Williams
W. H. Williams
H.W. Ashwood
Local notes from Bloom area community visitors
Local visitors include Luther Harvey and family from Maryland visiting Arthur Miller and family in Bloom. E A Richard returns home after a week with daughter Stuart Green in Lebanon Church where her grandson was ill. I D Wright and Joseph Bean in Winchester for a day. Thomas S Cooper and son visited I B Frye and family on Sunday.
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Bloom
Luther Harvey
Little Son
Maryland
Arthur Miller
E. A. Richard
Stuart Green
Lebannon Church
I. D. Wright
Joseph Bean
Winchester
Thomas
Cooper
I. B. Frye
Little
One Era GTD Sold in 35 Cent Packages
A terse note reports year 7 units sold in 35 cent packages with a claim to avoid imitations. The fragment mentions quantities and pricing but lacks full context or names.
Immigration Bill Reported Favorably By Committee
The House immigration restriction bill was reported favorably by the Senate immigration committee after elimination of provisions. The AP filed from Washington on April 29.
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Associated Press
Washington
iSenate Immigration Committee
Immigration plan trims entry for minors and persecuted groups
A Senate committee altered the general immigration plan to limit entrants to 3 percent of the foreign born population as of the 1910 census. The change aimed to tighten admission standards, with special privileges for minors and individuals facing religious persecution.
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Senate
United States
Non-Partisans Lose Appeal In World War Conspiracy Case
The Mississippi State Supreme Court upheld convictions of C Townley, president of the National Non Partisan League, and Joseph Gilbert, former league head, for conspiracy to foment disloyalty during World War I. They were sentenced in 1919 to 90 days in jail and $500 fines each. execution was delayed.
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Associated Press
ST. Paul
Miss
C. Townley
National Non-Partisan League
Joseph’ Gilbert
Min
Cloyatty
State Supreme Court
Townley
Gilbert
Dunly
Jackson County
County
Mrs Elizabeth Horsey Retires From Virginia Visit
Mrs Elizabeth Horsey has returned from a visit to relatives in the eastern section of Virginia. She reported a pleasant trip and plans for future social engagements.
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Elizabeth Horsey
Virginia
Sulphur Glare? Relief for Eczema and Skin Eruptions
A noted skin expert promotes sulfur as a remedy for erupting skin and itching eczema. He claims sulfur preparations soothe irritations such as rashes and worm infections, with quick improvement and no wait for relief. A menthol cream is also suggested for skin troubles.
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Donse Brothers
SEDA
J. Howard Cather
Winche
Riley & Son
Valley
Geo. F. Miller’s Sons
Fred. S. Boyd and
Franck Baker & Son
Georges Creek
Big Vein
Pocahontas
Snapp
N.’Market St
Wee
Ee Mts
S. H. Johnson
Johnson
Bonds
Numbeer
Coats
H. K. Green & Bro
Mount Williams
A. F. ‘Williams
Elmer Ambrose
Ruth
H.K. Green & Bro
Fetteke
Immigration Bill Reported
Gradua
Moling & Seal
Jessie Hillyard Bel
Water Street
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