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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1939

Page

2

Annual Conference Opens for Congregational Churches

Delegates from Winchester and Timber Ridge Congregational Christian Churches travel to Newport Page County for the Virginia Valley Central conference two day meeting Roy Larrick of Winchester presides Morning worship led by Rev C G Scannell Sermons by Rev Roy D Coulter and Rev F C Lester Addresses by Rev J F Morgan Dr L E Smith and others Statements on evangelism and stewardship The final program includes reports on place and nomination and special sessions Thursday features numerous pastors and church leaders from the Winchester area

Winchester Timber Ridge Newport Page County Virginia Valley Central Conference Roy Larrick Larrick Harry Racey Edgar Nelson C. A. Pugh Lester C G. Scannell Roy D. Coulter New Market F. C. Lester Elon College N. C J. F. Morgan Norfolk Winchester Church The Friendship Fire Company L. E. Smith Minnie Dofflemeyer R. A. Whitten Wm. T. Scott Congregational Christian Churches Florida M. W. Mat Elkton Norman Morris Charles D. Johnston Eton College R. O. Rothgeb W. C. Wampler Thelma Morris K. H. Sale William T. Scott J. Warner Stearn M. L. Weekley W. J. Andes Samuel Barman F.C. Lester

Public sale of Linden Heights dwelling and six lots

Public auction to sell the Linden Heights dwelling from the late Jos H Renner on Route 50 near Winchester Virginia. The property subdivided into six lots with a dwelling on one lot. four lots front Apple Ridge Avenue and Route 50 frontage 90 feet or 60 feet with 168 feet depth. Sale set for Saturday August 26 at 1 PM. One half cash day of sale and balance in one year with interest secured by a deed of trust. Charles Renner and Coleman Dunn, Auctioneers.

Linden Heights Route Winchester Jos. H. Renner Apple Ridge Avenue Charles Renner Coleman Dunn

Calotabs Promote Quick Relief From Bilious Headaches

A vintage newspaper ad touts Calotabs as a cure for sour moods and biliousness from heat. It claims calomel laxative action with one or two tablets at bedtime, leading to a clean system and renewed appetite. Genuine Calotabs come in black and white packages with the trademark Calotabs. Trial and family package prices are listed.

Ady

Memorial at Sandy Ridge Homecoming and Services Held

Sandy Ridge Church Disciples of Christ hosts annual home coming and memorial day on August 13 with Bible School at 10 a m worship at 11 a m and an afternoon service at 2 30 featuring visiting ministers from Winchester Capon Bridge Slanesville and other areas. Communion music and box lunches planned on church grounds near Capon Bridge the oldest Disciples church in the area with historic ties to Alexander Campbell prior to the Civil War.

Sandy Ridge Disciples of Christ George E. Owen Winchester C. R. Line Capon Bridge J. O. Patterson Slanesville W. Va J. Goode Church

Jersey minister’s daughter found slain in muddy lane

Wanda Dworecki 17, daughter of Camden Polish Baptist pastor Rev Walter Dworecki, was found dead beside a muddy lovers lane eight blocks from home. Her throat bore bruising, a temple wound suggested possible bullet or knife, coroner to determine cause.

Camden N. J Walter Dworecki Camden Polish

President At Work On Pile Of Bills Continues

President discusses progress on New Deal legislation enacting six parts into law and claims the seventh achieved through the Supreme Court. He rebukes perceived court overreach while asserting objectives were attained, even if the exact method differed from his original plan.

McCarty Receives Farewell Dinner After 25 Years At Telephone Co

J E McCarty retired July 1 after 25 years as a combination man with the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co. A testimonial dinner at the George Washington Hotel honored him with tributes from officials and fellow workers led by R Gray Williams. He received a life membership in the Telephone Pioneers of America and a pocketbook with 25 one dollar bills among other gifts.

Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company J. E. McCarty Mr. McCarty R. Gray Williams George Washington Hotel Mr. Williams L. X. Blontz J. N. Wright W. B. Fitzpatrick W. B. Pingley C. B. Mallory McCarty Telephone Pioneers of America W. B. Follin Fairfax George Hig

Clarke Historical Society Makes Progress In Research

Clarke County Historical Society met in Berryville to review found items from the Courier. Topics included 1869 ads for local businesses, 361 portraits listed, old deeds, graveyards, and plans for a membership campaign ahead of August 28 meeting.

Clarke Historical Society Berryville Clarke County Clarke Carter Hall Lambert Mary Page Ben Crampton The Historical Society

T U Meeting Thursday Morning

The semi monthly business meeting of the Women's Christian Temperance Union will be held Thursday morning at 9 30 oclock in the Freinds Meeting House on North Washington street.

Women’s Christian Temperance Union Freinds North Washington Street

Circus Parade Delayed Then Fine Tonight

The Allegheny Mountains caused delays between Winchester and Cumberland but parade units crossed. The matinee was canceled and the evening show at the fairgrounds will be the lone performance featuring three bands six elephants trained horses and a steam calliope with clowns aerialists and other acts.

Allegheny Winchester Cumberland Fairgrounds

Another Fails To Conquer High Mountain Goal

Estes Park Colorado August 8 A Denver commercial photographer gashed on the head by a falling rock after spending 20 hours on a ledge in rain and snow is the latest victim of a Longs Peak climbing tragedy Gerald Clark 30 died late yesterday while being lowered 1500 feet down the east face He had scaled the east face five times One year ago today John Fuller 20 Ames Iowa fell to his death on the north face Hewes Kirkwood Inn at the peak base lists Clark as the 13th to die on the east face In all the peak has more than 30 victims since 0

Estes Park Colo Denver Gerald Clark Rocky Mountain National Park John Fuller Ames Iowa Hewes- Kirkwood Inn Clark

Cork Company Has Big Blaze

A dust explosion at the Crown Cork and Seal plant in Baltimore drove out 450 workers and caused about 50 000 dollars in damage. The blast occurred in a one story cork grinding building and spread to an adjoining mill with sparks setting 100 cork bales afire.

Baltimore Crown Cork and Seal Company

Antrim Infant Rites Held in Waynesboro Burial

Terry Eldridge Antrim infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert E Antrim of Boyce died in a Richmond hospital Sunday burial was in Waynesboro Virginia.

Terry Eldridge Antrim Robert E. Antrim Boyce Richmond Hospital Waynesboro

Market Quotations Produce Baltimore August 8 1932

Baltimore markets show weaker apples and dull sweet potatoes with limited demand. Poultry prices hold steady while eggs remain unchanged. cattle hogs and lambs move modestly with varied weights and stocker notes. Nearby Philadelphia and Chicago reports reflect steady poultry and softer hogs amid mixed beef and lamb values.

Baltimore Maryland Pennsylvania Virginia U. S New Jersey North Carolina Philadelphia Phladelphia Plymouth Rocks Baltimore Livestock U. S. Dept. Agri Chicago Livestock Chicago

Wheat Market Slips Ahead of Light Offerings in Chicago

Chicago aug 8 wheat markets opened under tone with a narrow range and most contracts ending lower before late session short covering. International Institute of Agriculture predicted world wheat production at a wartime high except last year, while cash grains in Chicago showed varied readings across wheat corn oats and soybeans with precise bid levels and dates listed.

Chicago International Institute of Agriculture Rye Chicago Cash Grain Baltimore Grain Baltimore Winchester

Stock Market Mixed as Rally Fades After Noon

New York August 8 The stock market opened with gains but early advances faded toward the final hour. Daily turnover was about 450000 shares as traders watched for new cues amid a generally favorable but cautious outlook. Bonds performed better while commodities were mixed and the pound quoted at 4 dollars 68 and one eighth cents.

New York al. Chem Am. Can Am. Rad Am. Smel A. T. and Anaconda B. and Bethlehem Chrysler Can. Edison Corn Prod Elec Gen. Motors Goodyear Int. Har

Local Markets Note From The Star

Local markets page notes corrections daily and disclaims responsibility for typographical errors that may occur.

The Star

Board of Supervisors Acts Against Frank Bucher and Office Upgrades

The Board authorized action to recover a road grader from Frank Bucher of Stephens City. A duplicate bond was ordered if War rant No. 329 of the Dog Fund cannot be found. The courthouse comfort station will be repainted and lit. A new adding machine was approved for the county clerk. Carson Whitacre must appear in September over a road through his property.

Board of Supervisors Frank Bucher Stephens City H. L. Hayes Carson Whitacre Star

Answers to Today’s Quiz

Answers printed on page 4 include Richard I and San Francisco time relation to Chelago. The quiz covers geography Europe Africa Asia and institutions like the International Longshoremen's Association.

San Francisco Chelago North Sea

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