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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1923
Page
2
Train timetable and connections from Shenandoah Junction to Roanoke and beyond with parlor car service and Pullman sleeper details. Also notes a Japanese belief that cracked china brings luck, prompting replacements after the new year.
Notice issued by Sheriff Luther Pannett calls a Democratic Primary in Frederick County on August 7 1923 from sunrise to sunset. Precincts listed include Neffstown Brucetown Winchester Hall Ash ton Dolans B s Mill Gainesboro Oakley Gore Lamps Russells Dry Old Forge Middletown Stephens City Canterbury Armel Carpers Valley Kernstown Greenwood.
William Parlett of Kurtz undertook the burial of Alfrea Morton, the colored man shot Wednesday night in Stephens City. The journey from county Virginia was arduous, a lone old father in law guarded the body, the cabin was remote and unprepared, no funeral arrangements or grave existed.
Mrs Frank Brady and two children and a friend visit the Schincks. Mrs Katie Nunn of Lyiray stayed with brother David Prince. Mr Herry Mouldin of Hagerstown spends days at home. Miss Louise Hinton leaves today for Berkeley county. Mr and Mrs Walter Flowers visit Mouldins with children.
Advice notes that painting the interior of wooden window boxes with whitewash before planting helps prevent insect infestation and extends the life of the boxes. It suggests a simple interior coat as a protective measure.
A series of public notices show Frederick county and Winchester area residents announcing candidacies for the House of Delegates Commissioner of Revenue and other local offices. Names include Boyd, H G DeHaven, J M Massie, Theresa Pannet, F Adams, and Grover H Scblack with actions per Democratic primary.
The trial of Larkin C. Garrett for the murder of Rev. Pierce Baptist minister ended in a mistrial after Judge White found at least one juror disqualified. R. O. Garrett’s case set for August 20. Larkin Garrett to September term. bonds set at 25000 each.
Local notices recounts attendance at a Charlottesville Sunday School teachers conference. Several residents and visitors are listed with travel between Berryville Luray Harrisonburg and nearby towns.
Obituary notes for Mrs. Alice Jenkins of Winchester and sympathy from Burnt Factory residents. Describes drought ending with heavy rains reviving crops and livestock. Reports on an all day Red Bud meeting enjoyed by a large crowd and notes yard parties fading as picnics rise.
A reflective commentary notes that desire often outpaces the knowhow to use it. The piece hints at self awareness and the confusion that follows when wishes collide with practical steps.
Gladys D. Carper an 18 month old twin daughter of Frank and Mrs Carper died at home in White Post Clarke County Va of whooping cough. She leaves twin sister Lucille and other relatives. Burial will be in Omicron Cemetery with cortege leaving home Sunday afternoon.
July rainfall ended the drought in Ridgeway and surrounding areas. Visitors include Elizabeth Cather of Winchester and Virginia Williams of Dickerson, with family in Bromley home. Picnic planned August 2 at Cleven ger meadow. Epworth League met at Miss Kline’s. Local residents visit Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry areas. Mr C R Perry seriously ill.
About fifty guests attended a Wednesday night surprise party for Mrs. Mae Bromley. Refreshments were served and all expressed joy at the pleasant gathering. Mr. B. J. Bromley, a sister in law, two nephews and two nieces joined the event at White Hall with Mr. and Mrs. Racey over Sunday.
The town reports three days of weather with heavy rain and a rumor of the death of Mrs Luther Lewis near Arden West Virginia. James Stotler has been ill the past days. The item mentions Mary Virginia Fries, daughter of Mr and Mrs.
Mrs Willie Fries shows improvement. Mr and Mrs N H Lewis visit daughter Mrs Ernest Lewis in Nain Virginia. Boyd Unger attends all day Mt Hebron meeting with family. Mr and Mrs Charles Loy host visitors from Winchester. A D Cather and family visiting friends at Romney West Virginia. Mr J A Hawkins calls on friends at Chestnut Grove.
The term buggy applied to a topless guiall vehicle derives from Hindu roots. The Hindu word baghi became buggy after British occupation, as officers altered its pronunciation for light traps.
A Chinese article profiles a war god with about 2000 appellations reflecting regional worship. The piece outlines how devotees invoke the deity under varied titles across communities and centuries.
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