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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1934

Page

10

Federal Recovery Program to Modernize Homes Under Housing Plan

The Federal Housing Administration outlines how home repairs will be financed through a banking based modernization program. Loans depend on prudent use and enhance property value while circulating money through labor, mills, dealers, and suppliers to benefit communities. Group efforts and community leadership boost overall neighborhood improvement.

James A. Moffett Federal Housing Administrator Associated Press Washington Federal Housing Administration Pbuilding Star

South Enders Dominate Henpecks In Darkened Softball Bout

South Enders routed the Henpecks 33 to 4 as three rookies led the scoring and seven South End home runs highlighted the game played until darkness. Umpire Bob Grim aided the youngsters with contested calls, while Henpecks manager Tevalt substituted Gochenour early in the affair.

South End South End Hose Company Henpeck Club Gough L. E. Armell Michael Lillis E. L. Grim Henpecks Tevalt Gochenour Bill South Enders Hawkins Roy Curl Mick Y Curl Godenour Bob Grim South End Henpecks Nat Hawkins Slim Turner Sidney Curl Bill Gochenour Bailey Holmes John Carpenter Burkhardt W. Anderson Bud Rainsberger O. H. Lewis P. Rainsberger Nacie Dorsey Mick Curl Claude Anderson Tom Clark

Standings and results from the American and National Leagues

The American League shows Detroit leading with 67 wins and New York at 64, Cleveland 57, Boston 55, Washington 49, St Louis 44, Philadelphia 39, Chicago 37. Yesterday’s scores include Washington 9 New York 11 and Boston 11 Philadelphia 9. Today’s games feature New York at Washington and St. Louis at Detroit. In the National League New York leads at 67 39, Chicago 64 41, St Louis 60 44, Boston 54 52, Pittsburgh 49 53, Brooklyn 44 58, Philadelphia 43 62, Cincinnati 36 68. Recent NL results include Chicago 7 Pittsburgh 4, Brooklyn 2 New York 0, St Louis 10 Cincinnati 4 in 12 innings. Schedule lists Brooklyn at New York, St Louis at Cincinnati, Philadelphia at Boston, Chicago at Pittsburgh.

Detroit New York Cleveland Boston Washington Louis Philadelphia Chicago St. Louis Pittsburgh Brooklyn Cincinnati

Gardner Hillyard to Manage Family Wallpaper Store

Gardner B. Hillyard takes over the wallpaper and paint store of Mrs. Jessie Hillyard Trenary in Winchester after her husband S. W. Trenary died last week. The business reopened today with Hillyard, a Winchester native, bringing 20 years of sales experience with Hanline Brothers and the Baltimore Paint and Color Works. His sister has been seriously ill for months.

Jessie Hillyard Trenary S. W. Trenary

Traffic Menaced Pompeii in Ancient Chariot Era

Ancient Pompeii faced dangers from reckless chariot drivers and evolving traffic regulations as public roads carried frequent hazards for pedestrians and traders. Local authorities attempted measures to curb collisions and maintain order amid crowded streets.

Pompeii

Public sale of county realty and personalty

Public auction to be held on the Pifer property seven miles south of Winchester on the Front Royal road at 10 oclock A M Tuesday August 14 1934. Fifty acres comprise most of the Joseph Pifer farm with dwelling barn and outbuildings. One third cash and balance in two equal yearly installments at 6 percent interest secured by deed of trust. Personal property includes livestock farm implements and household furniture. Dunn and Duvall auctioneers.

Pifer Winchester Virginia Front Royal Road Joseph Pifer Dr. Light Eppa H. White Circuit Court Frederick County Dunn & Duvall

All Stars From Front Royal Coming Saturday

Park baseball fans are urged to attend two games this weekend as Front Royal All Stars visit Saturday with Cassell on the mound and R Johnson as backup. The Meridan Club of Washington also visits Sunday, bringing Speed Johnson, a strong second baseman and home run threat. Officials promise high quality play and invite strong fan support.

Front Royal All-Stars Front Royal All- Stars Cassell Senators Park Boys R. Johnson All Stars Culpeper St. Mary's Celtics Heurich Brewers Fredericksburg Alexandria Meridian Club Washington, D. C Speed” Johnson

Draws Fine On Liquor Charge

A single conviction was recorded in Police Court this morning. Claude E. Derflinger of Beltsville Maryland pleaded guilty to illegal possession of liquor. He was fined $25 and costs. He described the liquor as moonshine in court.

Claude E. Derflinger Beltsville, Md

Rouss Firemen Plan Special Meeting For Waynesboro Trip

The Rouss Fire Company will meet Monday evening to finalize plans for a trip to Waynesboro Pennsylvania on August 16, the final day of the 32nd Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen's Association convention. About 160 to 170 members, with Handley High School and Citizens' Concert bands, expect to travel by bus if needed. Uniforms are being polished and the Seagraves pumper with gas masks will compete for best equipped truck.

Rouss Fire Company Waynesboro Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association Reuss Company Handley High School Citizens’ Concert Band Seagraves

Market Report Notes Dense Local Price List and Feeds

A dense local market report lists prices for flour, patent brands, various bag sizes, and feed mixes. It also includes dairy and livestock figures with multiple commodity lines such as corn meal, egg mash, butter, and pork values, reflecting daily wholesale pricing.

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