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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1928

Page

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Polish Plane May Be Returning to Europe From Atlantic

Reports from ships and observers in New York and London indicate the Polish trans Atlantic flyer Marshal Pilsudski may be turning back toward Europe. Wireless and sea messages are the only means to gauge its course as it nears the Azores and coast of France, with observers split on the direction and no sighting at Horta Azores by tonight.

Associated Press New York Europe Mid Ocean Mitchel Field London Marzalek Pilsudski United States Greenwich North American Naval Hydrographic Office Hydrographic Office Amakura Horta Azores Marshal Pilsudski Paris Terceira Lindbergh

Winchester Steam Laundry Ad Highlights Service

Modern equipment and the best of service advertised by Winchester Steam Laundry with contact phone 28.

Winchester Steam Laundry

Heaviest rains of summer fall here yesterday

Rain gauge records 1.65 inches from heavy electrical storms yesterday and last night. Over two inches since Thursday. A bolt damaged a white way light on West Piccadilly Street, but repairs restored power quickly. A brick chimney toppled on South Loudoun Street and a peanut stand awning collapsed. Humidity rose after sultry high temperatures with more storms forecast.

West Piccadilly Street Northern Virginia Power Co H. I. Higgs South Loudoun Street George Purcell

Finland Wins 3000-Meter Steeplechase at Amsterdam

Toivo Loukola of Finland won the 3000 meter steeplechase at the Olympic Games in Amsterdam, with Paavo Nurmi second. Finland claimed its fourth championship of the games in running events, while Americans W O Spencer and Mel Dalton finished seventh and eighth. Loukola set an Olympic record with a time of 9 minutes 21.45 seconds.

Associated Press Olypic Amsterdam Finland Toivo Loukola Paavo Nurmi Nurmi Ritola W. O. Spencer Mel Dalton Loukola

Rev Harry G Spencer to Preach at Market St M E Church

In the pastor's absence, Rev Harry G Spencer formerly of Baltimore will occupy the pulpit at Market Street M E Church next Sunday at 11 o'clock. He will also speak to the Adult Bible Classes at 9 45 in the morning. Friends and the public are invited to attend both services.

Harry G. Spencer Baltimore Market Street M. E Spencer

Fresh Air Picnic For Little Guests

An outing for Fresh Air Children will be held at Opequon creek on the Berryville pike Monday August 6 at 4 pm. Those unable to attend should bring the children to the County Court house by 3:30 pm if possible and transport will be provided. Donations may be sent to Rev. P. R. Diehl 448 North Loudoun Street.

Opequon Creek Berryville Pike P. R. Diehl Loudoun Street

Showery Period First of the Week Weather Outlook

Washington report notes showers to start and again Friday for North and Middle Atlantic States. Mostly fair otherwise with moderate temperatures in the north and warmer in central and southern sections. WANTED middle aged woman for housework with good wages and night stay. apply 216 E Water St.

The Associated Press Washington North Middle Atlantic Water St

Frank Swartz Opens New Meat Market in Town

Frank Swartz announces opening of a meat market at 213 North Main Street inviting inspection by friends and former customers, with telephone contact 605.

N. Main St Frank Swartz

Sarah Zane Fire Company Plans Labor Day Parade Trip

The Sarah Zane Fire Company of Winchester accepts an invitation to the Labor Day parade in Washington D C and forms a committee to arrange the trip. H Russell Potts urges full cooperation and a strong turnout. Secretary Wye Lee Fisher and Russell Potts coordinate plans for a home talent show at the Shenandoah Valley Theatre with out of town groups.

Atvic Fire Department Washington, D. C Sarah Zane Fire Company Sarah Zane Company National Capital Winchester Sarah Zane H. Russell Potts Moling Norman Cooper A. P. Payne Washington Payne C. VY. Firemen’s Asso H. Clay Manuel George Sumption Lloyd Thomas Cumberland Valley Firemen’s Association Hanover Sarah Friendship Tike Sarah Zane The

Front Page Wanted by Brooklyn Man in Death Note

Frederick Bisman 24 of New York sought front page coverage for his death after leaping from a seventh floor window of the YMCA onto a reinforced glass roof. He used the name Frank Foote in YMCA records and left notes claiming he had been doped in a Washington hospital. Police identify him as a salesman for a Brooklyn firm.

Associated Press Baltimore Frederick Bisman New York Young Men's Christian Association Frank Foote Brooklyn Washington

Caverns urged to publish Shenandoah historic signs

J H Pearsall of Westfield New Jersey suggests Harrisonburg cavern groups include a list of historic markers seen along the Valley Pike in their pamphlets. He argues that readable folders would let travelers absorb the history aloud during drives, boosting interest and retention.

Star Harrisonburg J. H. Pearsall Westfiled N. J Shenandoah Valley Virginia Valley Pike Staunton Winchester Massanutten Wasington Richmond Rocky Mount Martinsville

Country's Leading Woman Organize For Campaign For Smith

The Woman's campaign for Governor Alfred Smith's presidential run is under way in New York with advisory chair Mrs. Franklin Roosevelt. Named by Mrs. Roosevelt are Nellie Tayloe Ross former Wyoming governor. Mrs. Charles J. Sharp of Alabama. Mrs. Struble of South Dakota. Mrs. Eliye Marbury of New York. Bernice Pyke of Ohio. Mrs. Samuel Welch of Kentucky. and Mrs. Larue Brown of Massachusetts.

Associated Press New York Alfred Smith Franklin Roosevelt Roosevelt Nellie Tayloe Ross Wyoming Charles J. Sharp Alabama Struble South Dakota Eliye Marbury Bernice Pyke Ohio Samuel Welch Kentucky Larue Brown Massachusetts

Husband's Tribute Read At Wife's Funeral In Mount Hebron

The funeral for Mrs. Margaret Elizabeth Copp wife of Rev Zed H Copp was held at Mortuary Chapel Mount Hebron Cemetery after death in Philadelphia. The service was led by Rev George A Copp brother of the deceased husband and included a reading of a tribute from the husband and Scripture. Pallbearers included Joseph G Baker Irvin Triplett Robt S Smith Dr E Humston Robert Hoekman and Lawson Hockman.

Margaret Elizabeth Copp Zed H. Copp Philadelphia Mortunary Chapel Mount Hebron Baltimore and Ohio Philadelpia Winchester Frederick County George A. Copp Strasburg Joseph G Baker Irvin Triplett Robt. S. Smith E., A. Humston Robert Hoekman Lawson Hockman

Horses and Mules Auction at C R Hardesty's Aug 7

Twelve head will be sold at C R Hardesty's Sons sale on August 7. See inside sale bill for details.

Potatoes Going Fast at Winchester Seed Co

Potatoes are selling quickly with only a few bags left priced at $1 for a 2% bag. Winchester Seed Co. remains the seller and the offer continues while stocks last.

Winchester Seed Co

Boy Scouts Plan Capon River Camp At White Rock

Winchester Boy Scouts prepare for Camp White Rock on Capon river near Capon Bridge starting Thursday August 9 for twelve days. About thirty scouts from Troops 1 and 3 will attend with gear lists including Bible, handbook, uniform, tents, canoes, and meals led by Chief Cook Jess Mason.

Winchseter Boy Scouts Capon River Capon Bridge Cooper Jess Mason

Rev Dame to Officiate at Episcopal Church in August

The Rev Nelson P. Dame of Richmond Va former rector at Christ Episcopal Church will officiate at the regular service during August while the rector is on vacation. Services are set for tomorrow at 11 oclock with no afternoon service. Dame will reside at the rectory during his stay.

Nelson P. Dame Richmond Christ Episcopal Church Robert B. Nelson Mr. Dame

Doctor Arrested in Forged Will Case in Denver

Dr. W. G. Fordham a prominent Denver chemist and physician was arrested in Hot Springs Arkansas on a Denver request charged with forging a will that made him beneficiary of his dead wife estate valued around 1 million dollars.

Associated Press Denver Col W. G. Fordham Hot Springs Ark

Dr. Randolph T. Shields Heads to Lexington for Visit

Dr. Randolph T. Shields departed today for Lexington Virginia where he will spend several days.

Randolph T. Shields Lexington

Winchester fair to host multiple skill contests

The Winchester fair August 28 31 will feature dog calling weight judging and horseshoe pitching contests under veteran managers. Chamblin Funkhouser heads weight judging with $10 and $5 prizes, H Clay DeGrange oversees hog calling with three prizes, and J W Cammer runs the horseshoe tournament open to white residents 16 and over from five counties with top prizes of $15 $10 $5 and $2.50.

Winchester Fair W. R. Legge Chamblin Funkhouser White Post Livestock Department H. Clay DeGrange Virginia J. W. Cammer Kernstown Claude B. Stickley Vaucluse Counnties Clarke, Frederick, Warren Shenandoah Berkeley

Gov Smith opposes equalization fee in farm bill

New York Aug 4 Governor Smith rejects the equalization fee feature of the Mc Nary Haugen farm bill as unacceptable. He supports a principle of sharing surplus costs with beneficiaries but offers no definite plan to apply it. He spoke after a conference with Illinois farm leader George N Peek and a briefing with reporters.

Associated Press New York Smith George N. Peek Illinois

Bathing Gear Sale Ends at 49 Cents

Bathers urged to grab bathing shoes cape and belts at People's Drug Co with price tag 49 cents each. Limited quantities remain as advertised discount ends soon.

People's Drug CO

Sheep and lambs sale at Hardisty's Lane

Good stock ewes offered at C. R. Hardisty's Lane sale on August 7 with sale bill inside. Also classified ad seeks experienced white waitresses at Orkney Springs Hotels in Orkney Springs Virginia.

C. R. Hardc Ty’s Lane Orkney Springs

Hoover Nominating Campaign Funding Boosted

The Republican National Committee reports 98 379 dollars in contributions through July 31 and 48 317.04 dollars in expenditures. Major gifts include 10 000 dollars from Howard Heins and two Van Sweringens 7500 dollars each. Largest expense 7100 dollars to Pennsylvania Republican Committee. Hoover campaign managers work quietly to build Southern tables with two new organizations and set up leaders in Georgia and North Carolina. Hoover completes draft acceptance speech at Stanford and plans a Bay Area visit to meet party leaders before notification events.

Washington Republican National Committee Today Co. R. Nutt Kansas City Senate House Howard Heins Pittsburgh Dwight F. Davis War Department Arthur Whitney Mendham N. J O. P. van Sweringen M. J. van Sweringen Cleveland Republican State Committee of Pennsylvania Horace A. Mann Hoover South Herbert Hoover Ee 4 Ote Eemittee Middle West Far West Leiag Tennessee Mann Georgia North Carolina Stanford University Cal the Grove San Francisco Bay Bohemian Club Golden Gate Hogner Long Commerce Stanford Stadium Work Thh National Committee Moses New Hampshire Dwight Davis Navy Curtiss D. Wilbur Coolidge B Hoover

Cattle Sale At Hardesty’s Sons Auction Aug 7

Forty head of fat cattle and fresh cows will be sold August 7 at C R Hardesty’s Sons sale. See inside sale bill for details.

C. R. Hardesty's Sons

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