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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1923
Page
1
The report notes about eight hundred visitors from Michigan are expected to arrive this month. Local organizers say the influx will boost tourism and commerce, with several events planned to welcome guests and showcase regional attractions.
The Michigan Automobile Tours Association based in Battle Creek arrives in Winchester next Wednesday afternoon August 16 and camps on the fair grounds for two nights. The fifth annual tour includes 210 cars and about 800 tourists with vehicle details displayed openly for inspection. The Winchester Chamber of Commerce and city officials plan a reception with addresses and possible musical program. The visitors will tour Winchester Thursday morning including Handley School and local historic sites with Chamber hosts guiding the arrangements.
Mrs. Lillie Pendleton of Winchester widow of EB Holmes Boyd and later Pendleton died after a long illness at 10 30 pm in Winchester suburbs. Survived by daughters Mrs Jelly Boyd and Mrs Peyton Harrison and other relatives. Funeral at 10 30 am Saturday at her residence with Rev Robert Bison officiating. interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Born Dorchester City Md 79 years ago.
In a Washington dispatch from the New Willard, the first lady is described mending the president’s socks. The piece notes the new President favors cotton socks not silk, and Mrs Coolidge continues her practical, homemaker role by darning holes in heels and toes until worn out.
RICHMOND VA August 9 The late President Hardings exhaustive journey to the west was considered an alternative to a quiet summer at Bluemont Virginia The State Highway Commission was asked to improve the Bluemont road in Loudoun County near Leesburg and Berryville The plan was tied to Hardings intention to attend the treated term at Bluemont and drive to Washington between official duties Some debated whether Harding might have avoided illness and death by remaining in Virginia rather than traveling west
Merchants plan special pricing on August 15 and 16. The Star notes anticipated deals and urges readers to watch the August 13 issue for details.
Lodge No 1267 Loyal Order of Moose met Tuesday evening in the Prigodship hall for a business agenda. Secretary Beverley read communications. Dictator Baker announced sympathy for President Harding’s death and scheduled next meetings and candidate reception.
The Rev. R. Ludwig of Winchester United Brethren announces an all day meeting at Sunrise Church on Sunday August 12 with morning afternoon and night services Dinner will be served on the grounds Rev. Cooley of Reliance will assist The membership friends and singers are invited E M Showalter Hood Clayton L A Cather and Lee N Satterfield of Fairmont W Va are visiting on business
Sugar 9c sold at Lovett Bros corner Water and Braddock will close on Friday under report to late President. Hours 8 to 6 p m.
Lefty Thomas Rine led a sharp 5 0 shutout as Harrisonburg failed to score. Jenkins held with strong defense while Noris and Brooks contributed in the field and at the plate. Omens of a tight game emerged early with walks and errors shaping the scoring, culminating in a decisive Winchester advantage.
Card of Thanks from Scott Grant thanks Stonewall District voters for re election to the Board of Supervisors in the Primary. He also expresses appreciation for those who supported his opponent Grover H Schlack, praising him as an excellent young man.
RousS Fire Co. holds its regular monthly meeting Friday evening August 10 at 8 o'clock. Full attendance requested to discuss the Reading Pennsylvania trip. ip-21 W. Be Hunt Cherry pres.
Local Texas Company agent G E Fansler received approval from Philadelphia district Supt C R McCarthy to close the local plant Friday afternoon as a mark of respect for Warren G Harding, 29th U S president, who will be buried at Marion Ohio that afternoon. Lost Canary Reward for return to 214 W Cork St. 8-8-1p-tf
Ralph Connor's The Critical Age plays tonight at the Empire. Tomorrow features the thriller Westbound Limited in schedule time with regular prices for both new productions.
Governor Trinkle proclaims tomorrow a day of mourning and prayer and a legal holiday in honor of President Harding. The & S Bank will be closed on Friday, August 10, as announced by John I. Sloat, cashier.
At the Empire Theatre today only a new film titled Age features a true prey cast. The promotion promises a wholesome line and a real all star cast for matinee and evening showings.
Brick and shingle home in a desirable residential section on Gray Avenue. All modern improvements. Listing by Robert L. Gray. Boat 1 S-tp-st.
Merchants announce two day event titled No-Profit Days on Wednesday August 15 and Thursday August 16. The note urges residents to plan purchases during the special shopping event.
For sale modern brick house in perfect condition with bath and electric lights. Easy terms at one half less than cost to build today. Apply Hable's Store. Also wanted clean cotton rags at Star Office.
Wednesday and Thursday next week at No-Profit to merchants. Sixty merchants participate in this Big Community Sale. Garage and lot for sale at Albin Virginia. Apply on premises or to R. B. Rogers 15 West Gerrard St. Sell eggs poultry and cream to H. D. Albin Agt Fairmont Creamery Co.
The memorial service for President Harding in Marion is rescheduled from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm Friday. It will be a joint church service in Christ Church with addresses by Rev. Dr. Frank T. McFaden and prayers by Rev. Dr. Woods, honoring the late president.
A local meeting of the Church Women group connected to the city council has been postponed to Friday, August 19th. No other details are provided in the notice.
Martinsburg in the Northern District of West Virginia is being removed from the federal judicial map as the September term of court shrinks to one day with no jury duty. Once a central site for major cases under Col. Stuart Walker, the city’s court prominence has greatly diminished over recent years.
Crowds line the route as President Harding’s body travels toward Marion. The train paused at Canton for a brief tribute to McKinley before continuing, with showers possible and cooler conditions expected.
Richmond August 8 AP A proclamation by Governor Lee Trinkle designates Friday as a day of mourning and prayer across Virginia. State offices will close for the ceremonies honoring the late governor buried in Marion Ohio. Local plans for memorial services and church union prayers are under way statewide.
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