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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1921

Page

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Fined after near riot at wedding celebration

Katharine Walters and her county marriage license couple joined by a crowd of youths on the southern turnpike staged a noisy celebration. They battered property at Mr. Rogers home, invaded the room of the newlyweds, and Maynard Kendall faced a police court charge with George Lil. Magistrate Worsley imposed fines of five dollars and costs.

Katharine E. Walters City Ing Ywn Fede Turnpike Rtg Rogers Maynard Kendall En” Kendall George Lilto Worsley

Cooler first part of week described by AP

Weather predictions for the week starting Monday call for considerable cloudiness and occasional showers in the North and Middle Atlantic States with cooler early days and moderate temperatures later. The Miller Lumber Company has bought timber tracts in Berkeley and Jefferson counties West Virginia and Clarke County Virginia with operations to begin soon. Rye sought next week by H Beckley.

Associated Press Washington Aus North Middle Atlantic Miller Lumber Company Berkeley Jefferson W. Va Brown Lefever Nha Overy Farm Bunker Hill Berry Clarke County

Carestian Church Sunday Services

Sunday school at 9 45. Lesson on Paul in Teonium and Lys the day. Worship at 11. Dr Walters of Richmond Christian Church will speak. Evening service at 7 30 with True Temperance to Life followed by closing prayer. C A McDaniel Pastor.

The Christian Church Paul Teonium Lysthe Nemeing Walters Richmond Christian Church Priof C. A. McDaniel Pastom

Winchester Eye Examinations Then Glasses by Optometrist

Optometrist wm. Kline offers eye examinations using newer methods at Hotel Evans on Tuesday and Wednesday August 23 and 24. Special glasses made to order available during the event.

Wm. Kline Winchester Evans

Last Confederate Congress Member John M Martin Dies

Colonel John Marshall Martin, believed last survivor of the Confederate States Congress, died at his Otala Florida home after several months illness.

John Marshall Martin Congress of the Confederate States of America Otala Fla

Miss Graham in Town Visits Friends

Miss Evy Tucker Graham daughter of the late Rev. Dr. James R. Graham longtime presbyterian pastor in Winchester is visiting friends. She now resides in New York with her brother in law Dr. J Randolph Graham and Mrs. Graham formerly Miss Belle Ward of this city.

Evy Tucker Graham James R. Graham Presbyterian Church Winchester Miss Graham New Her York Bret Law J. Randolph Graham Belle K. Ward

Fourth bounty barn burns near Welltown in farm of Mrs Cochran

A fourth barn blaze in ten days struck the Hiram Cochran farm near Welltown north of Winchester last night. The cause is undetermined with early theories of spontaneous hay combustion discounted. Loss around 3000 dollars includes wheat hay fodder machinery and a threshing machine owned by Robert Schultz. The Friendship Fire Company fought the blaze but water was scarce at an old well.

Hiram Cochran Welltown Winchester Robert Schultz Cochran Friendship Fire Company

Judge Carson A Visitors Here In Winchester

Judge A C Carson and Mrs Carson with daughters Susan and Caroline arrived in Winchester for a several week stay. They traveled by auto from Flushing New York noting fine road conditions. Carson once served as associate justice on the Philippine Supreme Court and now heads a New York law firm with Nicoll. He formerly lived at Riverton and is a Virginia UVA graduate.

A. C. Carson Manila Carson & Nicoll New York Winchester Riverton Warren County University of Virginia Philip ‘Pines Flushing Long Island William E. Carson

Fresh Arrival Giant Watermelons and Canteloupes

Carload of Georgia Giant Watermelons and Maryland cantaloupes arrived in Winchester this season. Finest flavored produce now unloading at C.V.R.R. Depot. Sam Haines sells by Bell Phone 476. Depot location: Bell Phone 476.

Georgia Maryland Winchester Sam Haines Bell Phone C.V.R.R. Depot

Empire Theatre announces next season program and stars

Management unveils fall schedule with Carnival and Dream Street as top films. Stage lineup includes Bringing Up Father and Matt and Jeff in New York and Chinatown settings, plus Shubert shows, Madge Kennedy and Gilda Varasi appearances, and Fritz Leiber before Christmas. Empire promises new releases from First National, Famous Players, Metro, and United Artists, with a focus on modern productions and exclusive screenings.

Harley Knoles Matheson Lang Venice Italy United Artists Corporation D. W. Grimt Empire Theatre Gus Hill Father Wall Street Matt Jeff Chinatown New York City Shubert Madge Kennedy Broadway Astor Theatre Gilda Varesi New York Fulton Theater Madame Cecil Lean Cleo Mayfield All Winchester Fritz Leiber Empire Stars Empire Moving Picture Winchester First National Pictures Famous Players Paramount Metro Pictures Corporation Select Pictures Realart Pictures Alice Joyce Vitagraphystars William S. Hart Wallace Reid Douglas MacLean Gloria Swangon Richard Barthelmess Barrymore Brothers Wallace R. Cutter

Visitors Beat Local Legion in Romney Baseball Clash

Romney players returned to their hometown after a 5 to 3 defeat at the hands of a local Legion team. An ex governor led the Romney rooters until summoned to Washington. Several errors by locals contrasted with a clean fielding performance by the visitors.

Rompey CW. Va Legion Romney Thei John 4

BIDS WANTED Ice Cream for Rock Enon Springs

Bids are solicited to furnish and deliver 100 gallons of ice cream for the Friendship picnic at Rock Enon Springs on September 5. Address W. E. Jones at Jones Meat Market for details and submission.

Rock Enon Springs W. E. Jones Jones Meat Market

Yard Party Benefit at Crum's Memorial Church

September 16 event at Crum's Memorial Church benefits the church. Activities run from 8 to 1 and 7 to tbd. Proceeds support church programs with community participation expected.

Crum’s Memorial Church Benefit Church

Vodvil Empire Tonight at Same Prices

Six famous Hawaiian players and singers from Honolulu perform tonight with similar pricing, offering hour long acts of music on native instruments. Harold Lloyd and Frank Keenan appear tonight and Madge Kennedy performs Monday night for an ongoing series of entertainment.

Honolulu the Empire Harold Lloyd Frank Keenan Madge Kennedy

Balloon Ascension Promises Prize Coupons At Elks Club

Balloon ascent at the Elks Club building on Wednesday August 17 at 6 45 P M attaches a coupon to each of five balloons. The coupon, found and presented at Showalter and Groves, redeems an excursion ticket to Rock Enon on August 11. Also notes a furnished house for rent at 226 Amherst Street starting October 1.

Elks’ Club Showalter and Groves Rock Enon

Eye openers on B and O Diners introduce demi tasse coffee

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad offers a demi tasse of coffee served with breakfast on some dining cars. Travelers and especially morning riders reportedly welcome the small coffee treat as a pleasant start to the day. The feature has begun on a few through trains and may expand to additional services.

Baltimore and Davie Railroad Company Thanmy Baltimore and Ohio Company

Royal Fetes For Buddies During Legion Meet

Delegates from 102 posts of the American Legion will attend the Virginia state convention in Norfolk September 1 to 3 and stay through Labor Day. Local Post No 36 coordinates with chambers and clubs as city funds 2500 for expenses. A full program includes a Monticello ballroom opening, naval base visit, Nip and N steamers, Ocean View Park finale, and weekend stays at Ocean View.

the Star Norfolk American Legion Chamber of Commerce Rotary Kiwanis Civitan Monticello Reveile R. T. Barton Winchester Naval Base Capes Ocean View Park Ocean View

Wardensville Camp Meeting Excursion Planned

A large turnout is expected as about 5000 people travel to Wardensville for the annual West Virginia camp meeting. The site features a modern, electrically lit tabernacle and a village grove with ministers from afar. The Winchester and Western Railroad will run an excursion from 7 30 a m to 4 30 p m.

Wardensville West Virginia Tabernacle Winchester R. R W. VA Inter-Mountain Construction Company Winchester and Hill Crest Chambersville Ee McGuire Hogue Creek Indian Hollow Gainesboro Back Creek Midway Shiloh Nero George Farmers Capon Springs Éune Intermont Euree Wardensville Camp Ground D. H. Sencindiver Genral Mangaer

Apple Baskets and Rims Offered for Immediate Delivery

Winchester Orchard Supply Co advertises genuine Clark bushet baskets with round rim covers, with or without caps, in stock for immediate delivery. Available in Pyrox, Bluestone, Bordeaux and Lead Arsenate with any quantity at reduced prices.

Clark Winchester Orchard Sup. CO

Funeral notice for Manly Payne ordered for Aug 14 1921

All men are ordered to their company barracks on Sunday August 14 1921 at 11 45 to take part in the funeral of Manly Payne of old Company by order GEO H GRIMM Capt Com Per E Brengle 1st Sgt

Manly Payne Old Company Geo. H. Grimm E.“ E. Brengle

Red Bud Sunday School Thanks Public for Support

The Red Bud Sunday school extends gratitude to the community for attendance and generous gifts aiding church repairs. The note commends public spirit and hospitality shown during the drive.

Red Bud

Alfalfa Seed Grade Notice from Winchester Seed Co

Advertisement for Kansas grown non irrigated alfalfa of very high grade. Seed offer by Winchester Seed Co dated 8 19 19 121.

Kansas Winchester Seed CO

Council Fails to Obtain Quorum in August Session

The Common Council could not muster a quorum for the August meeting last night. President Glaize and four members attended while several others were out of town or absent. Northern Virginia Power Company representatives were present to discuss a new electric light proposal, but no meeting occurred and details remained undisclosed. An informal session was held until about 9 o'clock, with plans to try again next Monday evening.

Glaize Messrs Baetjer Henry MéVicar Baker Hardy Grim Anderson Rosenberger Knight Page Sale Northern Virginia Power Company R. Gray Williams Messrs. Pooler Moler Shirley Carter

Washington coffin handle shown in Charles Town exhibit

The brass handle from George Washington's coffin, once buried at Mount Vernon, was displayed by Mr Wash Hooff. Presented to his father Maj James Lawrence W Hooff by Bushrod W Herbert, a Washington descendant. Herbert witnessed the 1831 transfer of Washington’s remains to the Mount Vernon vault. A certificate accompanies the relic in a plush case.

Charles Town Wash Hooff George Washington Mount Vernon Hooff James Lawrence W Hooff Bushrod W. Herbert Washington Prospect Hill Charlies Town Herbert

Fire Rages Through Polish City of Pinsk

Cable reports from New York say a blaze that began Wednesday wiped out the city center of Pinsk and threatens total destruction. Five or six American kitchens were reported destroyed in the disaster.

New York Fite Tae Pinsk Polat

Ireland Offered Dominion Status

Official confirmation that Britain offered Ireland dominion status came with a public letter from Premier Smuts disclosed at Premier Lloyd George's residence before Smuts departed for South Africa. The document signals a potential constitutional change for Ireland amid wartime governance.

Associated Press London Ireland

Memorial fund grows for Dr Miller Memorial

The Winchester community raises funds for a memorial to Dr Godfrey Miller. Letters from supporters across the country send checks from 5 to 26 dollars. Prominent donors include Verona Daws, Harry Kanedis, and James Russell, with Mrs C L Bowly leading the committee.

Wincheston Frey L. Miller C. L. Bowly F&f Star Newport News Winchester Eretta Godfrey Miller Allen Newton Fred. Boyd Fred Harry Dr. Miller James I Russell

Come On Along Elks Jazz Picnic at Rock Enon

A large Elks Jazz Orchestra picnic is planned at Rock Enon on Friday August 19. Activities include baseball boxing wrestling running races roast barbecue and variety amusements with no speaking required.

THE Elks’ Jazz Rock Enon Elks Jazz Orch

Stock for Sale by George H. Eagle

Due to barn fire I must discontinue the mile business and sell my entire herd. Includes Sharpless stock, home grown steers, heifers, and bulls. First choice for early buyers. no reasonable offer refused. December listing 1p-3.

Commie George H. Eagle

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FNDS Culprij Ttawa Rye H. B.reckley Carestian Church Congress Judge Carson OF Empire Moving Pany Foored Ziegfield Ford Dabney Ritz-Carlton Amherst St Bob Council Associated > Press Memorial Miller H. K. Green & Bro Charles Bowly Fred, H Hable Kanedis City Mok Mrs. Bowly Winebeater
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