Heirlooms Bring Big Prices in Buchanan Sale
The Buchanan estate sale on North Braddock Street drew buyers from Boston to Baltimore for heirlooms and antique furniture once owned by Miss Mary Spottswood Buchanan. Prices ranged up to $1,000 for Whepplewaite chairs and included a historic Zachary Taylor trunk, with total receipts over $5,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Spottswood Buchanan
North Braddock Street
Boston
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
Baltimore
New York
Washington
Pennsylvania
Maryland
West Virginia
Virginia
Frank Hack
F. Glasgow
Rose McDonald
Berryville
R. A. Shafer
Frank Sublett
Harrisonburg
Rust
Briscoe
Hagerstown
J. M. Tabb
J. Young
H. B. McCormac
Evan W. Baker
Madeleine Jordan
Helen B. Bower
Ruth Buchanan
Zachary Taylor
J. F. H. Guinn
Samuel S. Thomas
H. B McCormick
Buchanan
George Washington
Savidge
8. S. Thomas
Messrs. Dunn and
Duvall
Messrs
Robi. S. Smith
Chas. H. Harper
Geo. H Levi
Miss. Buchanan
Parade Entries Should Be Made Without Delay
The Apple Blossom Festival parade committee urges quick registration for May 5 entrants. Entries close Sunday at midnight to allow assignment cards for entrants in adjoining states. The U S Forestry Service in Harrisonburg submits a float showing a forest fire report to the lookout, then the ranger, then firefighters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Forestry Service
Harrisonburg
Trusteed Sale of Assets in Winchester Virginia
Trustee in bankruptcy will sell two good work mules and two heavy draft horses at public auction for cash on Saturday May 1 1926 at 2 pm at County Hitching Yard Winchester Virginia. J H Dutrow Trustee Ward Larrick Attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornwell Lime Mail Company
County Hitching Yard
Winchester
J. H. Dutrow
Crams Ward & Larrick, Attys
Apple Blossom Festival Invitations Available Free
Ten thousand invitations to the Apple Blossom Festival are ready for free distribution at the George Washington Hotel headquarters. Send them to friends and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Washington Hotel
Hablo 54th Anniversary Sale Add On Inside
Sale advertised for Hablo highlights special deals marking its 54th anniversary. Event details shown inside include discounted prices on select items and listed time frames for the promotion.
Triple slayings tied to alcohol war in Cicero
Chicago April 29 The beer racket is seen as the motive behind the murder of William H McSwiggin and the killing of James J Doherty and Thomas Duffy by a machine gun gang. Investigators suspect rival beer purveyors planned the attack to gain control of Cicero’s illicit alcohol trade and are raiding Cook County in a broad manhunt. A hardware store salesman who sold a similar machine gun is under questioning as authorities trace the weapon's sale.
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Associated Press
Chicago
William H. McSwiggin
James J. Doherty
Thomas Duffy
Cicero
Cook County
Doherty
Al&y
Beer
McSwiggin
Duffy
Ex-Senator Beverley of Plains Dies at 63
Former Virginia state senator J Brad Beverley of Plains Fauquier county died at his home after months of illness He was about 63 and a farmer who pioneered large scale apple growing He leaves two daughters Ursulia and Judith Beverley a son William Beverley three brothers and several relatives Funeral services will be held at Plains Church tomorrow at 2 PM attended by family from Winchester
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Brad. Beverley
Plains
Fauquier County
Beverley
Piedmont
Senator Beverley
Robert
Jane Carter Beverley
Virginia
Annie Breeuoys
South Carolina
Minnie Clark
Ursulia
Judith Beverley
William Beverley
William
John Hill Beverley
Robert Beverley
Essex County
Robert A. and
Winchester
Virginia General Assembly
Fauquier
Loudoun
Plains State Bank
Episcopal Church
Nathanson to expand North Loudoun store in Philadelphia trip
Mr 8 J Nathanson left this morning for Philadelphia to buy a large new line of afternoon and evening dresses and coats for the Nathanson Company store on North Loudoun street. Mrs Edward Durell hosts guests from Norfolk during the Apple Blossom Festival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Nathanson
Philadelphia
Nathanson Company
Loudoun Street
William Baldwin
R. Cornelius Taylor
Bland Taylor
Norfolk
Blue Ridge Summit
Edward Durell
Illness Improves Mr. Shanholtz at Local Store
Maurice Shanholtz connected with I. S. Emmert's Store is mildly better today after a weeklong confinement at home due to illness. He has shown improvement but remains at home under care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Shanholtz
I. S. Emmert
Public Sale at Fair Grounds May 1
Public sale scheduled for Saturday May 1 at 12 noon at the Fair Grounds. Fifty head of purebred Shorthorn and Polled Shorthorn cattle offered. Local sellers and details noted in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Grounds
Wages for Wives Shown at Empire as Special
Empire shows the Fox film Wages for Wives this afternoon and tonight by special request after fans missed it last week. The Wheel returns later this week as originally announced, with a full program change for the next three nights and the first three nights of next week. The Margaret Lillie Musical Comedy Company draws crowded houses nightly, and a 2:30 Saturday matinee includes the usual pictures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox
the Empire
Margraret Lillie Musical Comedy Company
Late Mr. Covers Generosity Honored by Winchester Memorial
The Winchester Memorial Hospital executive committee adopted resolutions lamenting the death of Thomas Cover noting his deep interest and generous support. It cites his gifts to the hospital with his son Loring A. Cover in memory of Mrs. Thomas Cover and calls for publication in The Evening Star and copies to family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Thomas Cover
Cover
Loring A. Cover
Evening Star
Wilkins and His Pilot Heard From At Point Barrow
The North American Newspaper Alliance reported that Capt. George H. Wilkins and his pilot Ben Ellison landed in good condition at Point Barrow after 13 days since radio contact was lost. They departed Fairbanks with a heavy load of supplies, amid anxiety for their safety.
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Associated Press
New York
Alliance
George H. Wilkins
Detroit
Ben Ellison
Point Barrow
Fairbanks
Workman Injured When Heavy Steel Plates Crush Him
At the Winchester Gas Company plant in Southeast Winchester August Schrader a laborer was buried beneath heavy steel plates used for gas tank construction. He was freed partly conscious with hip and back injuries and rushed to the hospital for X rays to check for hip fractures. Dr. Swimley attends him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Gas Company
Winchester
August Schrader
Schrader
Northern Virginia Power Co
A. C. Swimley
Jobs for Apple Blossom Festival Work Available
Wanted services of 25 young men and girls for special work during Apple Blossom Festival. Earn from 10 to 25 dollars per day. Apply between 4 and 6 p m Thursday afternoon at A J Novice, 215 N Market St.
Veteran Niagara Falls daredevil Bobby Leach dies from injuries
Canadian daredevil Bobby Leach who survived Niagara Falls in a steel barrel in 1911 has died in Christ Church New Zealand from injuries after slipping on orange peel. He had earlier toured Australia and South Africa performing motion pictures and acts aged 49.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Evening Times
Christ Church
New Zealand
Bobby” Leach
Niagara Falls
Leach
Death of daredevil Bobby Leach recalled at Niagara
Niagara Falls report from Christ Church New Zealand notes the death of Bobby Leach a famed falls thrill seeker He ran the falls in a barrel in 1911 and performed numerous daring feats including whirlpool rapids parachute drops and a plane pass His final attempt to swim the river failed over teeth loss and he left Niagara in 1925 for vaudeville tours in Australia New Zealand and South Africa Born in Cornwall England about 64 years ago he moved to Canada as a youth
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby” Leach
Niagara Falls
Anna Edson Taylor
N. Y
Leach
Horseshoe Falls
Christ Church
New Zealand
Niagara District
Cha
William Hill
Australia
South Africa
Cornwall
Eng
Canada
Detectives Move Whittemore Back To New York
Rich ard Reese Whittemore, robber band leader, was taken from Buffalo to New York in city detectives custody. The case follows a hung jury on murder, with officials signaling potential New York prosecution on robbery charges or Baltimore for a guard killing during a prison escape. The October currency shipment at the ship, valued around $117000, frames the indictment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Buffalo
N. Y
Richard Reese Whittemore
New York
Moore
Whittemore
Baltimore
Penna Couple Weds at Grace Lutheran Church
A marriage license was issued to Robert M. Emswiler and Frances Triplett of Camp Hill Pa. They were married this afternoon at Grace Lutheran Church parsonage by Rev. Dr. C. A. Freed. Mrs Ida Thwaite and Miss Louise Thwaite returned home Sunday after months in the West including Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Clerk’s
Robert M. Emswiler
Frances Triplett
Camp Hill
Harrisburg
William A. Emswiler
Jacob Tippett
Grace Lutheran Church
C. A. Freed
Ida Thwaite
Louise Thwaite
West
Los Angeles
Bonds Called for Redemption May First for Northern Va Betterment 6
To Holders of Northern Va. Betterment 6% Bonds These bonds have been called for redemption on May 1st. Interest will cease on that date. To facilitate redemption deposit bonds with the May 1st coupons attached immediately. Shenandoah Valley Natl Bank. W. G. HARDY, Cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenandoah Valley Natl
Bank
W. G. Hardy
Hable's 54th Anniversary Sale On Inside Page
Advertisement notes a 54th anniversary sale with details found inside the page. The notice emphasizes a special price event and featured items available at Hable's location. Limited-time offers and in-store promotions are highlighted for readers.
For Sale Air Tanks Advertised for Garages
For sale several compressed air tanks suitable for garages. Apply Star office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Office
Virginia Governor Byrd backs merging counties to cut taxes
Governor J. Warrr Byrd says consolidating Virginia’s 100 counties into 50 could save millions in taxes though no campaign is under way. He notes a constitutional amendment and county consent by popular vote would be required, and warns of local opposition from residents whose counties would be abolished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Byrd
Associated Press
Richmond
J.warry F. Byrd
Jury Rules for Cooperage Firm in Local Court
A Frederick County Circuit Court jury found in favor of A. G. Bailey Cooperage Company Takoma Park DC against Virginia Barrel Company Winchester for 447 dollars balance on barrel headings. The jury also awarded 265 dollars for 200 heads of improper width and rejected a 2400 dollar setoff. Jas P Reardon represented Bailey with Robert T Barton for Virginia Barrel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick County
A. G. Bailey Cooperage Company
Takoma Park, D. C
Virginia Barrel Company
Winchseter
Bailey Company
Riverton
Cooperage Company
Jas. P. Reardon
Robert T. Barton
Brucetown Man Charged With Assaulting Co worker
A warrant before Justice Tavenner charges Robert Triplett of Brucetown with assaulting Samuel I. Lee of Winchester Industries last evening. The two ride home together in the same car. Triplett allegedly climbed on the running board and struck Lee, causing cuts around the eyes. Trial set for Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tavenner
Robert Triplett
Brucetown
Samuel I. Lee
Sammie Place
Winchester Industries
Triplett
Lee
Townsend In Storm Injures MGM Production Manager
In Yuma Arizona on April 29 James Townsend MGM motion picture production manager was seriously injured when a wind and electric storm demolished a movie camp eighteen miles west of town. Townsend was struck by a flying timber and physicians could not yet determine his injuries. The storm followed days of extreme heat and rain. Rudolph Valentino and 125 actors had left the camp for Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Yuma
Ariz
James Townsend
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Motion Picture
Here
Rudolph Valentino
Los Angeles
Townsend
Armory Drill Pay Ceremony Announced for Company Members
Headquarters issues notice for all members to assemble at 7:30 Thursday evening at the armory to receive drill pay. Each man must surrender wool O D uniform and overhauls before payment. By order of Lawrence C Hollis first lieutenant ads 3rd battalion 116th infantry commanding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. D
Lawrence C. Hollis
I.ient. & Ads
116Th Inf
Rooms for Our Guests During Apple Blossom Festival
Winchester residents urged to notify housing committee for spare beds or rooms during the Apple Blossom Festival. Call 650 to reach Miller O Rear Lee Coble or Frank Gregory and provide name address and number of people accommodated. Rooms at the George Washington Hotel will be assigned and a guest list kept.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Miller O’rear
Lee Coble
Frank Gregory
George Washington Hotel
Hable's 54th Anniversary Sale Ad Inside Page
Inside page features Hable’s 54th anniversary sale advertisement highlighting special prices and promotions for shoppers. The full page includes details on discounts, dates, and store offerings likely spanning furniture and home goods.
Antique dealer claims he was roughly handled
In a police court case, Dabney C. Harrison contested charges by Edward Knodle of antiques theft and assault. The magistrate found Harrison liable for unlawful ejection during a public sale and fined him 2.50 plus costs 6.75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dabney C. Harrison
Edward Knodle
Hagerstown
Knodle
Harrison
Arrison
Buchanan
Braddock Street
Mr. Harrison
Voters Must Pay Poll Taxes For 1923 1924 1925 By May First
Taxpayers are reminded that to vote in the November Congressional election all poll taxes for 1925 must be paid by May 1 1926 and any unpaid 1923 and 1924 taxes must also be settled. Robert B. Smith treasurer Fred Co and Wm T Barr treasurer of Winchester announce the notice dated 1926.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert 8. Smith
Trea. Fred. Co
Wm. T
Winchester Cold Storage Warehouse to Close May 7
The Winchester Memorial Hospital executive committee announces the Winchester Cold Storage Warehouse will close on May 7 for the summmit. The notice indicates a shutdown affecting local storage operations and related services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Dr Carter Sued for 150000 by Miss Nellie Rouse
In Baltimore on April 29 a suit for 150000 was filed by Nellie Taylor Rouse against Melville Hamilton Carter for breach of promise of marriage. The complaint, filed in City Court by Arthur R Padgett, notes a prior agreement to marry and that Rouse was ready to fulfill it while Carter allegedly failed to perform. Details on dates and locations are sparse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Nellie Taylor Rouse
Melville Hamilton Carter
Arthur R. Padgett
Rouse
Dr. Carter
Miss Roy
Gamer B
Miss Rouse
North Charles Strete
Politied
Pi O Arn Hotel Com
Kesevern River Stey
Resino’ Company
Mary
B. Gold Washington
Carter
Padgett
Virginia
Miss Gold
Richmond
Willard Hotel
Washington
Charles T. Warner
St. Alban’s Cathedral
Coral Gables
Fla
Adrion KE
Mulli W. Darben
John Mer
Timore
Kingsmore Faces Whipping on Eve of Sentence
Baltimore April 29 Kingsmore awaiting lash for wife beating to be carried out in Baltimore jail tomorrow. He dropped a plea for injunction and appealed to the Maryland Court of Appeals. Judge O Dunne imposed the sentence with Sheriff in charge. first jail whipping in five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated
Baltimore
A. Kingsmore
Morrow
Kingsmore
Maryland Court of Peals
Eli Frank
Frank
Criminal Court
O’dunne
Cornelius Smith
Thomas J. McNulty
Jon HB
Golf Club Hosts Apple Blossom Festival Dances
Arrangements are set for subscription dances at the Winchester Golf Club during the Apple Blossom Festival May 4 to 6. A peppy orchestra will provide music all season and for the two festival nights with dancing from 9 30 p m to 2 a m for members guests and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golf Club
Winchester Golf Club
Miss Pearl Brown Critical Illness Reported in New Jersey
Miss Pearl Brown, guest of Mrs Frances Memdall at Red Banks New Jersey, is critically ill according to word received yesterday. Miss Brown's mother and Mrs Elmer Hodges left yesterday to be with her at Red Banks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Brown
Frances Memdall
Red Banks
N. J
Miss Brown
Elmer Hodges
Own
Local visitors tour Martinsburg on a recent trip
Misses Crovine and Daisy Pennington of Greenwood Mr. Leslie Mc Cauley of Keyser West Virginia and Mr Seadell Santmier of Ridgeway West Virginia motored to Martinsburg recently for a visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crovine
Daisy Pennington
Greenwood
Leslie McCauley
Keyser
W. Va
Seadell Santmier
Ridgeway
Martinsburg
Rouss Fire Co Plans Uniform Distribution Night
Rouss Fire Co will issue uniforms Thursday night. C Douglas Brown serves as president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rouss Fire CO
C. Douglas Brown
Shawnee Inn Opens with Informal Ceremony Friday
Shawnee Inn on Valley Pike in Hartly Bowers is opening informally Friday April 30 from 8 p m to 11 p m. Special accommodations for tourists with dinner and supper will be offered. Seanad A cordial invitation is extended to the general public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley Pike
Ty Bowers
Ward collection schedule shift announced
Garbage notice states that Tuesday’s ward will be collected on Thursday and Wednesday’s ward on Friday. The changes affect pickup order and may affect residents’ recycling or waste disposal routines.
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East
Hablo
General Assembly
Empire Tonight
Mr. Cover
Wilkins
Workman
William Taylor
East Gerrard Street
W. E. Dobbins
Delavan
Wis
Dobbins
Bradley Company
A. J
N. Market St
Niagara
Hable
Nelle Rouse
Wife Beater
R. Dettray
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