Germans Ready to Sacrifice Western Front to Hold Flanders
London dispatch reports a German war council in Brussels ordered Crown Prince Rupprecht to hold the line at any cost as fierce, high tempo fighting raged in Flanders and Monchy. The body aimed to assess an offensive seen as vital to German positions along the coast.
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Brussels
Western Front
Flanders
London
Rupprecht
Bavaria
Amsterdam
Somme
Ser
Belgium
von Hindenburg
Monchy
British War Office
Americans Will March In London With Flags Flying
The Daily Express reports American troops will march through London streets with bands playing American and English tunes. It would be the first time since King William III that foreign troops with arms and a foreign flag are allowed to march in England. The Daily Mail notes the troops are no longer kept secret after a public broadcast of King George inspecting them. The Mail urges inviting the Americans to Europe with a warm welcome.
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London
Daily Express
William “III
England
Daily Mail
George
Mail
Europe
The Commercial and Savings Bank of Winchester
The Commercial and Savings Bank of Winchester shows rapid growth in deposits and scope, serving nearly two thousand regular depositors and aiding war efforts and the Red Cross. It highlights small-depositor support, with plans to unite apple growers and buyers for better returns, listing officers and reserve correspondents in New York Baltimore and Richmond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial and Savings Bank of
Winchester
Frederick County
American Red Cross
Iith
H. S. Larrick
H. C. Sheetz
John S. Sloat
W. Robert Campbell
A .C. Slonaker
J. Henry Moling, Sr
John. W
Bank
New York
Chase National
Baltimore
Merchants Mechanics First National
Richmond
American National Bank
Grain market closes with wheat and corn prices
At Baltimore wholesale markets this afternoon spot wheat quoted 2.38 and corn 2.30. Local dealers offered 2.38 to 2.48 for wheat this afternoon. Turnip seed buckwheat seed alfalfa timothy and all seeds and grains listed. H. H. Baker, 46 East Piccadilly St.
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Baltimore
H. H. Baker
East
Piccadilly St
Haddox Starts Army Examination at Fort Myer
George Clinton Haddox, now on the reserve list of Company I, Second Virginia Regiment, left for Fort Myer Virginia to take the army examination and enter the reserve officers camp opening soon. His three year active service ended July 16 and he is now a reservist seeking a commission through Fort Myer training.
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George Clinton Haddox
Virginia
Fort Myer
Haddox
Wanted Workmen and Regular Meeting Notice
Classified item seeking twenty five new workmen for cold storage and a regular meeting of Sarah Zane at eight o'clock with full attendance requested. Captain referenced.
Boy Scouts Suspend Troop Meetings Until Safer for Boys
The Third Troop will not hold further meetings until it is deemed safe for young boys to gather again. Authorities paused activities following safety concerns and recommendations.
C Harry Hardy Chosen Captain of Friendship Fire Company
C Harry Hardy of the W H Baker Chocolate Co was elected captain of the Friendship Fire Company after Capt W M Sumption moved away The meeting noted a resident presiding officer was needed and praised Hardy for his executive abilities Richard L Omps Democratic candidate spoke at the Friendship Hall and fundraising progress for an automobile truck was reported as promising
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C. Harry Hardy
W. H.baker Chocolate Company
Frien Company
W. M. Sumption
Luray
Captain Hardy
Friendship Company
Hardy
Friendship Organization
Friendship Hall
Richard L. Omps
House of Delegates
Omps
William Dusty
Community endorsement letter praises candidate Omps
The Star prints a letter from an editor praising Mr. Omps for the House of Delegates race. The writer, a friend and Democratic party ally, says Omps is capable and conservative and would best represent constituents amid wartime fiscal needs. The note contrasts Omps with rival Richards and denies any ring influence.
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the Star
Omps
House of Delegates
Democratic Party
Patriot Candidate Seeks Different Front Of Duty
A letter from a local candidate stresses clean campaigning and declares no animosity toward opponent. He cites patriotism through farming and food production, notes the opponent’s son joining an officers training camp, and hints at possible service together in France.
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England
Thirty Polio Cases Reported In July Across Counties
Thirty infantile paralysis cases were reported to the Virginia State Board of Health for July from seven counties and one city. Richmond reported three cases. Rockingham about 22. Page three. King and Queen two. Pittsylvania two. Goochland one. Richmond one. Rappahannock counties gave non specific “number of cages” pending a full report. The Health Board issued a warning bulletin and urged physicians to report cases immediately.
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Richmond
State Board of Health
Rockingham County
Page
King and Queen
Pittsylvania
Goochland
Rappahannock County
Old Spreads and Towels Needed for War Relief
The War Relief requests donations of old bedspreads old bath towels and old bath mats to be used in absorbent pads for hospitals in France. Please send all donations to Mrs Holmes Conrad.
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France
Holmes Conrad
American steamer battles German submarine off France
An American steamer on outward bound voyage off the French coast encountered a German submarine on July 10. The ship zigzagged and fired 16 shots while the submarine fired 21, both sides reported no hits, and the steamer eventually escaped after a one and a half hour pursuit. The item also notes a local livery service notice.
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France
Rev Brubaker's Appointments On Sunday Schedule
Pastor W Brubaker will preach at Carpers Valley at 11 a m Macedonia at 3 30 p m and Relief at 8 p m Miss Mellie Bender from Washington visits her sister Mrs John Wink.
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Carpers' Valley
Macedonia
W. Brubaker
Miss.Mellie Bender
Washington
John Wink
Tiela
Principles and pledges from a Gainesboro candidate
Mr Omps sets forth his public service record and seeks voter support for a county school and road policy. He advocates local control of schools, reform of the state highway department, and election of superintendents by residents while opposing constant school book changes. He pledges full publicity of his position and diligent, faithful service if elected.
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Havine
Lynch
Harry
Board of Supervisors
County School
County
State ‘Road Department
Richmond
Hogue Creek
North Fredericks
State Highway Department
Gainesboro
State Board of Education
Richards
Terrific Storm Causes Much Damage In Valley
A severe storm wreaked extensive damage across the valley damaging homes and crops. Community leaders urge participation in the Winchester fair to bolster agricultural and livestock interests and promote local progress. W. P. Massey calls on every farmer to exhibit produce and livestock.
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Winchester Fair
W. P. Massey
Health Boards Ban Picnics and Yard Parties for Pandemic Fear
City and county boards of health adopted a resolution prohibiting all children under sixteen from attending picnics yard parties and social gatherings due to the danger of infantile paralysis. Organizations planning such events are urged to cancel all dates immediately.
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County Boards” of Health
Board of ‘Health
Wilson Hints at Clear American Peace Policy
New York August 3 The London correspondent of the New York Tribune says English feeling grows that President Wilson may issue a clean cut declaration of American policies to clarify peace discussions. The day of bragging is past and statesmen seek to show where they stand.
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New York
England
Wilson
London
New York Tribune
Loy and Ligat Wed in Frederick County Church
John W. Loy and Miss Rosie Catherine Ligat, from prominent Frederick County families, wed yesterday afternoon at United Brethren Church Nations avenue. Rev W Ho Sampse officiated. The bridegroom, a farmer, lives in Currice County and plans to make their home on Boyes Lane. Friends in Frederick and Cloke counties send best wishes. Mrs Clyde Shuler and Mrs L A Racey visited Mrs H P Boyce this week.
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John W. Loy
Rosie Catherine Ligat
Frederick County
The
United Brethren
Nations Avenue
W. Ho Sampse
Currice County
Severe Storm Lashes Shenandoah Valley Strikes Staunton
Late yesterday and last night a fierce storm hit counties south of Winchester with heavy rain hail and high winds. Flooding and washed out rail lines disrupted towns from Maurertown to Staunton with numerous cellars flooded and crops damaged. Staunton saw several bridges washed away and streets turning to rivers as residents waded through ten feet of water.
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Shenandoah
Rockingham
Paget
Augusta
Winchester
Front Royal
Riverton
Warran County
Frederick County
Rockingsham
Linville
Rhodes
Linville-Holom
Southern Railway
Rockingham County
Timberville
Broad Way
Staunton
Baltimore and Ohio
Lewis Creek
J.lester
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Line
Teutons
Wire
United States
Jno
Larrick
Star Office
the Commercial &Savings Bank
Mr. Haddox
Sarah Zane
BOY Scouts
MR. C. Harry Hardy
Virginia Board of Health Fund
Wil.iams
Eur Pope
W. T. Sulaavan
Brubaker
Sara Aioe
MR Omps
Simpson
Missouri College of Agriculture
America
Moo Light
Woodstock
Maurertown
Maurer OW Tt
Pugs Run
Passen
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