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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1925

Page

3

Miss Johnetta Wright Weds Mr Mathyer at Brucetown

Miss Johnetta Wright daughter of Mrs. Roberta Wright and the late George H Wright married Walter Mathyer of Warren Pa. on August 4 at the Brucetown Methodist Church South near Wadesville Clarke County. Rev. Albert Rydney Gaffney of Kansas City officiated with Rev J D Russell. About 200 guests attended a reception on the front porch of the Wright home. The couple will reside in Warren Pa after September.

Johnetta Wright Mathyer Joha Wright Roberta Wright George H. Wright Walter Mathyer Warren J. D. Russell Brucetown Methodist Episcopal Church South Frances Margaret Snyder Theo Mips Virginia Comer Esther Ridgeway Mary Wright Ada Virginia Wright Epworth League Shenandoah Collegiate Institute Dayton Agnes Scott College Atlanta Shenandoah Valley Washington Philadelphia Atlantic Ciy New York War- Ten Charles A. Daniel and Son Indianapolis Ind Harry Louis Cross New ‘York Arthur DeMoreland Lola Rasmussen Erie T. G. Wright S. Gaffney and Sons Dwight and Windell ‘Wright Kansas City Charles Hyer Florence Wageley Edith Light Nancy Light

Marriage Solemnized In March Announces Union

Be ay ipa Vs Cornwell daughter of R. H. Cornwell of Olones county Virginia married Mr. Frade Spielman son of Fo. E. of 525 South Potomac street Hagerstown Maryland. The ceremony occurred in Chambersburg Pennsylvania on March 6. Spielman works as managing salesman for the Singer Sewing Machine Company in this territory with headquarters in Winchester.

Cornwell R. H. Cornwell Peo Olones County Frade Spielman Neem Fo South Potomac Street Hagerstown Mad Chambersburg Spielman the Singer Winchester

English Apple Exporter George Whitehead Returns to Winchester

Apple season article notes N Whitehead, a popular English apple exporter, has returned from Manchester to Winchester for fall and winter. He will continue extensive export dealings with one of England’s oldest firms and resides with Mrs Belle Ngonan at Braddock Street Up North.

George N. Whitehead Manchester Eng Winchester Whitehead England Belle Ngonan Braddock Street

Student Honored for Academic Achievements at University

A university faculty ruling recognizes Mattel Gray and Peevant Take three words from Mr Taye Buddistray for the past year. The text notes academic honors conferred by the institution, though some parts are unclear. The article mentions ongoing recognition within the university.

Sity Penne Mattel Gray Peevant

Dr and Mrs Adama Return Home From Virginia Visit

Dr and Mrs Adama and Mrs Adams mother Mrs Nicholas have returned home from a several week stay with relatives and friends in Halifax Virginia. They are accompanied by the Miss Moore of San Antonio Texas who will visit here for a couple of weeks.

Venta KW. Adams Virgilina Halifax County Homer Adams Nicholas Moore San Antonio Texas

Watts Return From Canada A Winchester Apple Exporter

Mr and Mrs Charles A Watts have returned to their residence at 187 West Piccadilly Winchester Frederick county after spending summer in Canada. The couple are well known as apple exporters with a long history in the local Winchester district.

Canada Charles A. Watts Dence West Piccadilly Watts Winchester Frederick County

Double Birthday Celebration At Eagle Residence

A double birthday party was held Wednesday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs George H Eagle on South Main Street. Mrs Eagle arranged the event honoring Mr Eagle and their three year old grandson Master See the son of Mr and Mrs Herman See. Several intimate friends and family attended for a pleasant social evening.

Eagle George H. Eagle South Main Street

Gladys Parrish to Wed Navy Man Tomorrow

Miss Gladys M. Parrish daughter of Charles W K Parrish of Gore will wed Herbert Berryhill a United States Navy sailor tomorrow at her father's home. Many Winchester guests expected to attend the ceremony and reception. Berryhill a Brandon Mississippi native has resided in Washington for years and is brother of Mrs William E Smith of Gore.

Gladys M. Parrish Charles W. K Gore Herbert Berryhill United States Navy Winchester Berryhill Brandon Miss Washington William E. Smith

Arnold Returns to Byrd Campaign Office in Richmond

Lester D. Arnold, long time aide to Senator H. F. Byrd, returned to his Richmond home on West Cork Street after the Byrd campaign moved its main office from Winchester to the area last May. He likely will rest before resuming secretarial duties at Byrd's local office.

Carters Lester ‘D. Arnold Richmond H. F. Byrd Winchester West Cork Street Arnold

.Bageants Visit Dolans Then Yeakley Albin Trip

Mr and Mrs L A Bageant and son Guahvilte of Washington visit Ida Bageant at Dolans and stop by Mrs Sadie Yeakley Albin before returning home in this brief social item from the region.

L. A. Bageant Guahvilte Washington Ida Bageant Dolans Sadie Yeakley Albin

Arthur Fansler and son head to Washington for a decade visit

Arthur W. Fansler and his son Bobby departed this morning for Washington to spend ten years visiting friends and exploring sites, planning an extended stay with numerous social calls and local connections.

Arthur W. Fansler Bobby Washgton

Mrs L W McCormick to Visit Mother in Moundsville

Mrs L W McCormick leaves tomorrow for a visit with her mother Mrs Smith in Moundsville West Virginia. She will stay a few days.

Davidson Family Leaves for Coast Visit

Santae de Davidson of Clarke sons and daughter Miss Jessica Davidson left yesterday to join Mrs. Davidson's mother in law at the coast for a visit of several weeks.

Sant Ae de Davidson Clarke Sons Jessica Dson

Baltimore pair return home after visit to West Virginia

Mrs J E Peacemaker and her son Mrvin of Baltimore returned home today after visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs William Clarke at Goode Wey Virginia.

Feltner Sisters Travel to Wilstor Ohio for Ten Days

Hattie Feltner and Mrs. George Feltner departed for Wilstor Ohio to visit their brother Mr. Frank liner. They plan a ten day stay as guests at his home.

Hattie Feltner George Feltner Wilstor Ohio Frankliner

Mansfield Figures Highlight Local Wedding Party Mix

Mr and Mrs George Edwards of Vena Pa and Miss Madeline Th and Mr and Mrs W Smith of Mansfield Ohio attend at el Jack.

George Edwards Snit ‘Vena, Pa Madelineth W.smith Mansfield Ohio Atel Jack

Mrs Allen and Daughter Return From Maryland Visit

Mrs William Allen and her young daughter Evelyn Lee have returned from a month long visit to her mother in law Mrs Allen in Maryland.

William Allen Evelyn Lee Mrs. Allen Maryland

Miss Hattie Stover Leaves For Washington

Miss Hattie Stover departed this morning for Washington and will be away for ten days, with Mrs. Asbury Hammond accompanying or assisting as noted.

Hattie Stover Washington

Miss Crawford Returns to Strasburg After South Street Stay

Miss Crawford, previously housed with Mrs. B. F. Browning on South Main, returned to her Strasburg home this afternoon and plans to reopen her residence.

Miss Crawford

Local visitors tour town with Miss Stefane Penner

Mr W G Heck a visitor in town today with Miss Stefane Penner of Bruns- K. Heick left at noon for Los dapsie and various points.

W. G.heck Stefane Penner Bruns- K Heck Los Dapsie

Mrs Koontz and son to visit in Charlotte Va

Mrs C E Koontz and her son Edgar plan a Sunday trip to Charlotte Virginia to visit her mother Mrs Thomas and other relatives, detailing travel intentions and family ties.

C.E. Koontz Edgar Charlotte Thomas

Roanoke Guest News Incomplete

Mr Joseph Boehm of Roanoke is the guest of the Misses Boehm at a home on North Market Street. Fred Affleck, operated on a few months ago, is improving. He came here to be with his wife during the operation and will remain.

Joseph Boehm Roanoke

Mrs Bonemous Guests Include Miss Boehm in Youngstown

Mrs Herbert Bonemous and her daughter Mary Frances of Youngstown Ohio were guests of Miss Boehm on North Market Street yesterday.

Aaereant Herbert Bonemousid Mary Frances Youngstown Ohio

Abingdon Woman Guest Of Miss Mary Miller

Misa Irene Keller of Abingdon Virginia is the guest of Miss Mary Miller in this city.

Misa Irene Keller Abingdon, Va Mary Miller

Misbranded Seed on Open Market

United States Department of Agriculture warns that much seed sold as Kentucky bluegrass and other grasses is misbranded or adulterated. Tests show high Canada bluegrass content and minimal Kentucky bluegrass in many samples from multiple dealers. Seed-testing labs in Washington and four state facilities publish results and continue testing for adulterants and dodder.

United States Department of Agriculture Washington, D. C Washington Laboratory Department Bureau of Plant Industry Washington, D., C Co-operative Seed California Cornwallis Ore Purdue Agricultural Experiment Station LaFayette Ind Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station Columbia, MO

Mrs Rose Butler Returns Home From Memorial Hospital

Mrs Rose Butler, long admitted at Memorial Hospital, was discharged and returned to her home yesterday.

Rose Butler Memorial Hospital

Norfolk resident visits relatives and travels for weekend

Mrs. H. H. Little of Norfolk arrived today to stay with her mother Mrs. D. B. Conrad on West Water street. Mrs. Taylor Ritter left yesterday for St. Louis to visit her uncle Mr. Ross. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Cather and family motored to Baltimore today for a weekend with friends there.

H. H. Little Norfolk D.B. Conrad West Water Street Taylor Ritter St. Louis, Mo Mr. Ross E. W. Cather Baltimore

Mr L R Smith Moves Into Baptist Parsonage

Mr. L. R. Smith and his family have moved into the Baptist parsonage on North Market Street, assuming duties with the church and settling into the community residence.

Mr. L. R. Smith Baptist Parsonage North Market Street

Mrs Selick and Son Visit Baltimore for Weekend

Mrs. George Selick and her son along with Mrs. John Lamb drove to Baltimore yesterday and plan to spend the weekend there.

George Selick and Son John Lamb Baltimore

Doctor Hugh Clark Visits Rutherford Relative in North Carolina

Dr Hugh Clark presently in Rutherford North Carolina taking a specialized surgical course visits his mother Mrs George Clark on West Water Street for a family stopover, exchanging news and planning the next session of study.

Hugh.Clark Rutherford,,.n.c George Clark West Water Street

Habeas corpus writ denied in Maryland shooting case

Federal Judge Morris A. Soper dismissed habeas corpus proceedings to release on bail and transfer to federal jurisdiction Joseph A. Murbershaw, a prohibition officer who shot and killed John Boongore in Havre de Grace. State officials argued no federal jurisdiction. case awaits grand jury action.

Baltimore Morris A. Soper Joseph A. Murbershaw John Boongore Havre de Grace Fabershaw Boongore Furbeshaw Harford County Soper U.S Thomas H. Robinson Buongore United States Carter Furthershaw Grandary

Ten Percent Gain for Capons Is About Right

G L Stevenson of South Dakota Agricultural College says a 10 percent gain is about the maximum for capons, lighter breeds show no gain. Caponize as chicks or medium-weight breeds weigh two pounds, then fatten two weeks before market with milk, cornmeal, bran, tankage. Dry pick capons for best price. white capon feathers fetch 85 to 90 cents a pound.

G. L. Stevenson South Dakota Agricultural College Stevenson

Sudan Grass Found Good to Reinforce Pastures

Minnesota farmers facing drought find Sudan grass a rapid pasture option. Drilling 80 pounds per acre yields pasture in 40 to 50 days, says A. Amy of the University of Minnesota. Also notes inoculated scarified sweet clover at 12 pounds per acre and rape at four pounds per acre for hogs and sheep. A corn crop sown 2 to 4 inches apart can provide seed and extend pastures later in the season.

Minnesota University of Minnesota Agricultural College

Needle Injury Swells Hand After Household Incident

Mrs. J. Edward Affleck of South Braddock Street was sewing lace curtains when a needle pinned to the fabric stuck her hand. A portion of the needle broke off and stayed imbedded, causing swelling to nearly twice its size before a physician arrived. Swelling subsided later in the day and her condition improved.

J. Edward Affleck South Braddock

Adoptions Under Scrutiny Over Child Companions

Mrs. Anna St John of Rye New York moved to cancel six year adoption of Dorothy Browning by Edward Browning to provide a companion for Dorothy. Browning denies Sylvia Mullen's claim of an offer to adopt her as authorities threaten prosecution for alleged child trading under a new law.

New York Anna St. John Rye N. Y Dorothy Sunshine Browning Edward W. Browning Dorothy Browning Mary Louise Spas Board of Public Welfare Mullen Bronx Sylvia Mary Louise ST. John Mary

Practical Dairy Hygiene and Garden Tips from Crank Case Oil Advice

Milk kept cold resists souring as bacteria grow little below sixty degrees. Advice covers pig care with creosote discarded oil and pest protection. Emphasizes keeping gardens weed free and daily harvest of healthful vegetables in summer.

Oppose Tax Hike Critique of Capper Plan On Main Street Frontage

Letter from H. B. Grimm and J. H. Henry urges caution on the Capper plan to raise assessments. They criticize missing large Main Street frontage between Rouss Avenue and Piccadill Street, warn of five year assessment stability, and push residents to contest through the Board of Review or the courts. They advocate moderating assessments to enable annual tax-rate adjustments and relief from rising burdens amid declining property values. Citizens urged to monitor Commissioner's actions and local notices for Review hearings.

Mgr. Capper Main Street Rouss Avenue Piccadill Street Board of View and Court City Capper Board of Re View Board of Review J. H. Henry

Meadow and Washington visitors share Nineveh weekend

Rhodes of Meadow visited sister Mrs. F K Weaver. Mr and Mrs Guy Ray and daughter Nancy of Baltimore were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs Hubert McKay. Vera Witley of Middletown visited Miss Elizabeth Mccartney. Mrs Edward McKay and Mr Walter Ship of Washington mother and sister of Mrs Kay spent last week with her. Nancy Ray and Alice Kay of Baltimore visiting McKay family. Mrs R A Miller and M Jett spent Wednesday in Hay. Daughters of Hog at Wheatland. Steele family visitors. Ward McKay and daughters of Manassas for weekend. Circus attendance by village residents.

Nineveh Abg Eime Ma Rhodes Meadow Guy Ray Nancy Baltimore Hubert McKay Vera Witley Middletown Elizabeth Mccartney Edward McKay Walter Ship Washington Kay Thomas D Miller M. Jett Nancy Ray Alle Ce Kay MYM Wheatland A. R. Miller Julian Steel Steele F Weaver R. AL. Miller Waterford Wadieid McKay Ward McKay Manassas Ie Lage

Mickie Says IP Lag in Surging Quake Report

Mickie notes lag in internet protocol data during a quake report and cites ongoing monitoring. The piece mentions V6 version and RE for reference, with discussions on public alert timing and system stability. Continuous updates are promised as conditions evolve.

Star Office Offers Clean Cotton Rags At Eight Cents A Pound

Advertisement notes large supply of clean cotton rags priced at 8¢ per pound available at Star office.

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