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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1915
Page
6
A Mutual Masterpicture titled Her Shattered Idol presented by Majestic Film goes live at the Empire in four reels. The rural romance blends wit and wholesome drama, with nature’s color and a prettily staged love story from primitive times to modern scenes.
Jenkins of Hagerstown was arrested Sunday afternoon by Officer John Massie for disorderly conduct at the Cumberland Valley Railroad passenger station. He appeared before Justice Doub, was found guilty, and paid a $12 fine. The officer warned a repeat offense would bring serious trouble.
As the vivacious Mae Marsh wards the Colonel Aitkins fortune she uses wit and charm in a lively love story. Bobby Harron and Elmo Lincoln play key roles in this four part Masterpicture with spirited, animated performances. Admission ten cents.
Commissioner George W. Roiner in Richmond says Virginia apples bring $2.50 per barrel on trees and $3 at markets with expectations of up to $5 per barrel by Christmas due to a short crop in other states and low yields in five years.
The Charlestown Horse and Colt Show opened on the society grounds in Charlestown West Virginia. Winchester and Frederick county visitors joined locals as keen competition unfolded across classes. A highlight was a Troop M Fifth Cavalry drill from Fort Myer Virginia led by Captain Forsyth, following prior Berryville show performances.
A note on Mrs Valentine as a gifted speaker praised for clear convincing delivery and persuasive argumentation. Readings from newspapers lauding her eloquence, style, and impact during recent talks on suffrage. The item mentions an upcoming address at the auditorium tomorrow at 8 28.
Mr. H. A. Orndorff a stonemason on Millwood pike lost a pocketbook with $50 in a downtown Winchester store. Mrs. C. E. Johnson of North Kent street found it and returned the items after reading a local ad. She declined a reward offered by Mr. Orndorff. Miss Augusta Russell returned to Washington after visiting Mrs. G. G. Baker on South Market Street.
Harvey Mellon died at his sister's home in WIHNTACRE after visiting relatives in his old neighborhood. He was about 50, formerly lived near Capon Bridge, survived by his wife Miss Clark and several children. Interment in Fairview cemetery. Surviving siblings include Lemuel Mellon of Berkeley Springs and Mrs. Oates and Mrs. Albaugh. The August 27 graveyard cleanup at Reynolds Store is announced.
Mrs. Nannie Graham Carr widow of Gen. Julian S. Carr Confederate veteran and former Parrish girl died yesterday at the family home near Durham after a long illness. She leaves her husband six children one brother and one sister.
Yearly toll on the Valley Turnpike for pleasure wagons may be taken out during August for toll from Sept 1, 1915 to Aug 31, 1916. Apply at once to the undersigned. No tolls issued after Aug 31. Shirley Carter Director.
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