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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1923
Page
5
The passage notes a formal moment as the secretary repeats lines from Tennyson Crossing the Bar with bowed acceptance. The text describes imagery of sea tide, evening star, and a journey out to sea returning home, ending with calm and absence of sadness.
At a luncheon meeting, club president Doug announced Fred Clerk will leave Winchester within days and may never return, though there is hope he will. The gathering included prayers and formal introductions before the painful update.
Longtime Winchester community leader Fred Clerk is named an Honorary Member For Life of the Rotary Club of Winchester Virginia. The presentation includes a framed certificate and praises from Parson Nelson and members for Clerk’s four years directing Handley Schools and broader civic work.
Springfield Ul Aug 10 The small number of marriages this month in the parish prompted Father John Aene pastoy of Somaculate Conception Church to urge youths to ask the girls they plan to wed. Father O Cognell volunteered to propose for any youths in the parish who lack courage to do so.
The commissioners of election of Frederick County and Winchester met yesterday to canvass Tuesday's primary votes. After slight alterations not affecting results the returns were approved by both boards.
An order in the Corporation court of Winchester appoints Harry H. Wingfield as a school trustee for the First School District of Winchester to fill the vacancy created by Clarence Woods resignation after he moved from Winchester and tendered his resignation.
Mr Wingfield is a well known local carpenter and builder active in Masonic and church communities, his term set for office as reported in city records.
The Federal grand jury began hearings on the Fuller and Abe Frank Mc Ged confession detailing Inside Operations of the Pine and Company brokers. Witnesses were readied by U.S. Attorney Hayward amid forecasts of public developments Monday and a potential impact on more than 15 000 creditors.
Official count in Campbell county Otter River district ties J J Anthony and J T Rosenberger for supervisor. Lot casting chosen to determine nomination. Rosenberger's slip drawn, he becomes the nominee.
Lynchburg Virginia August reports say Senator Carter Glass remains confined to his bed but shows improvement after several days of illness. He had contemplated attending President Hardings funeral in Washington but canceled plans citing danger passed.
John S. Sloat of Winchester recalls the great state funeral for President Harding. A lone white haired Confederate veteran in gray unit dress marched at the procession’s center, drawing the gaze of the vast crowd. A federal employee in Washington at age 94, the veteran walked erect under the blistering sun, leaving a vivid impression on witnesses.
Washington August 9 Redwith M Hood veteran Associated Press correspondent dies suddenly at his home after a long illness. Hood about to complete fifty years with AP began as a messenger boy and covered diplomacy and state affairs shaping American diplomatic history. He earned the trust of secretaries of state and foreign diplomats. Hood suggested the Raisullfeadi rescue move related to the Moroccon kidnapping case.
President Coolidge, noted as an early riser, spent the morning at the White House after attending a funeral. He left the New Willard Hotel with only a Secret Service escort and walked to Thomas Circle and back before breakfast, signaling he may introduce farm hours at the White House.
Under ordinary circumstances Mr Coolidge retires early and is often up at 5 30 am. The remark highlights his routine and suggests a disciplined daily schedule observed by contemporaries.
Marion August 10 Final resting place for Warren G Harding discussed. Plan to erect a mausoleum funded by sale of gold dollars, similar to McKinley memorial at Niles Ohio. Proposal awaits Mrs Harding's approval or rejection.
The Rev. A. A. Kelly of Endless Caverns spoke at the annual Lutheran reunion this morning, memorializing the late President Harding. In the afternoon Rev. S. P Long of Chicago delivered the main address as Lutherans and friends gathered in this city.
A Monday night lawn celebration at Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clark honored Miss Bessie Clark with candles, gifts, and refreshments. A large crowd attended, including relatives from Charles Town and Winchester, as friends wish her many happy returns.
Scott Grant named to secure a temporary janitor for the county courthouse and offices for thirty days. Harvey Lineburg resigned as janitor, effective immediately, with a probationary successor to be chosen. The position pays $40 per month. Lineburg had held the post since the death of Camillus Hawkins about a year ago.
Mr and Mrs Ernest C Tharpe of 551 North Main street showcase an elephant ear caladium Eaculentum blooming at their home for the first time in twelve years of bulb possession. The tropical plant bears unusually small leaves and a yellow calla like bloom drawing local interest.
Rev. A A Kelly delivered an eloquent eulogy on President Harding at a Kiwanis Club meeting on Wednesday. A large attendance heard the talk.
Fragments from a 1923 Winchester Virginia Circuit Court decree outline a wardensville couple to wed and name Ella Lee Lillard as guardian. The document directs master commissioners to report on estate matters of Major P Lillard dec’d including heirs, dower, and distribution schemes.
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