Apple Growers to Discuss Problems at Byrd Picnic
Prominent apple growers and buyers from Virginia and beyond gather at the Rosemont orchard near Berryville for an annual picnic and discussion of industry issues. Highlights include talks by F A Motz on foreign markets and W W Longfield on English perspectives, with packing demos and a noon lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry F. Byrd
Rosemont
Berryville
Clarke County
Winchester
Virginia
F. A. Motz
London
R R. Pailthorp
W. W. Longfield
Newcastle
Eng
William
Wilson
Federal Farm Board
E. C. Wolcott
Apples For Health, Inc
S. Hough
Winchester Research Laboratory
Virginia Experiment Station
Thomas B. Byrd
Virginia State Horticultural Society
Wce
Pinchot Wins Nomination For Governorship
Pennsylvania State Supreme Court upholds Gifford Pinchot as Republican nominee for governor after rejecting Francis Shrunk Brown’s bid to discard about 60 000 Luzerne county ballots amid a statewide plurality of roughly 20 000 votes Pinchot carried reserve counties by 26 000 and the state by 20 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Philadelphia
Gifford Pinchot
Pennsylvania
State Supreme Court
Francis
Brown
Pinchot
Luzerne County
Dependable Drapery Rods by Moling and Cather
Moling and Cather offer dependable service in shades, draperies, and rods for homes and businesses. They provide selection, installation, and repair, emphasizing quality products and attentive customer care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moling & Cather
VA Reelers Play Old Time Music at Apple Way Night
Cyril Mee will sing along with the VA Reelers at Apple Way tonight. The Burnt Church Presbyterian Sunday school plans its annual picnic Thursday afternoon August 21 in Wrights woods near the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyril Mee
Appleway
Burnt Church Presbyterian Sunday School
Wright's Woods
Elevator blast kills one as workers vanish at Baltimore grain plant
A series of explosions collapsed the Western Maryland Railroad grain elevator near Baltimore harbor. One man died, two were missing, and 16 others injured as fires broke out and engulfed the site. Police boat searches continued for missing workers while officials probed the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Baltimore
Western Maryland Railroad
Baltimore Harbor
South Baltimore
Charles Hammill
Sylvan Jordan
Maryland
Hagerstown Seeks Census Correction On Population
Hagerstown Maryland officials launched a probe after finding 500 to 600 names missing from the final census count. The chamber argues the population should exceed thirty thousand despite a reported 29 902. Census advisor Martin L Ingram and supervisor John J Stump said a supplemental letter with hundreds of names was sent to Washington but not credited to the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hagerstown
Therstown Chamber of Commerce Today
Martin L. Ingram
John J. Stump
Cumberland
Bank Bandits Take $4,000 In Fort Wayne Shootings
Five men armed with sawed off shotguns robbed the Broadway State Bank in Fort Wayne shortly before noon. They intimidated six employees and customers and escaped with $4,000. Theodore Rudy of Churubusco was shot and seriously wounded while George W. Clark the cashier was slugged when they hesitated to lie down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Fort Wayne
Ind
Broadway State Bank
Theodore Rudy
Churubusco
George W. Clark
Carey Held Lead In Senate Voting In Wyoming
CHEYENNE Aug 20 Robert D Carey former governor held a substantial lead in the four cornered Republican contest for the long and short term senatorial nomination on returns from 400 of Wyoming 699 precincts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cheyenne
Wyo
Robert D. Carey
Wyoming
Showing on Fall Millinery Margeret Hodgson
Margeret Hodgson presents fall millinery collection with showcasing events announced for August 19 1921 at the millinery shop. The display features hats and accessories aimed at fashionable autumn looks and season updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret L. Hodgson
Local Stock Sale Notices at Shenandoah Valley National Bank
190 shares offered to highest bidder from Shenandoah Valley National Bank stock. Mercantile Bank of Baltimore listed with addresses in Baltimore Maryland. Laundry days promotion with Winchester Steam Laundry invites customers to call for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Mercantile Bank of
Baltimore West Balto St
Carrollton Ave
Baltimore
Byrd to Confer on Livestock Feed Aid for Drought Stricken Virginia
Former Gov Harry Flood Byrd as Virginia drought relief chairman will meet with Secretary of Agriculture Hyde in Washington Friday for a second time this week to discuss feed for livestock. Comptroller Combs said Byrd urged using millions of wheat held by the Farm Board as feed and a Virginia Bankers Association meeting with Byrd is planned for Thursday at the state capitol to discuss 1931 federal aid for roads and unemployment relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Richmond
Harry Flood Byrd
Virginia Drought Relief Commission
Hyde
Washington
E. R. Combs
Byrd
Mary Hyde
Shirley
U. S
John Garland Pollard
Virginia
United States
Pollard
Henry C. Stuart
Combs
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad
Courtesies Noted for Good Will Flyers Visit
A letter from W S Harney, manager of the Norfolk Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, thanks Winchester for hospitality shown to a good will party of Norfolk and Portsmouth visitors on August 13. The group praised the courtesy and personal attention of local officials and citizens in Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodwill Air Party
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Winchester
Chamber of Commerce
W.S. Harney
Norfolk-Portsmouth
W. S. Harney
Norfolk-Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
Wealthy Widow Found Slain Near City Farm
Dora Laree, a 63 year old widow, was found shot to death at her farm home five miles west of CA IN CITY, Michigan. A fountain pen lay in her hand and an open check book rested on a table. Niece Beatrice Miller found the body and authorities had no motive or suspect. The scene showed no struggle and little sign of disturbance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
City
Mich
Here
rMs
Dora Laree
Beatrice Miller
Speculation For Rise Pressed In Aggressive Stock Market
New York August 20 speculation for the rise was pressed forward as bull leaders pushed for higher prices despite weak spots in copper and safety razor issues. Steel industry reports improved tone encouraged bulls while some bears resisted. call money fell to 2 percent and total volume reached 1,750,000 shares with a firm close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Call
Five Dollar Friday Cash Prize at Valley Pike Golf Links
The advertisement announces a five dollar cash prize each Friday at 10 o'clock at Valley Pike Golf Links. It lists Jennie Wren as a participant or contact and includes numeric codes 8-15-22-29-1p-31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Wren
Court Upholds Conviction of Textile Workers
The North Carolina Supreme Court upholds the second degree murder conviction of seven textile union leaders linked to the slaying of Gastonia chief of police O. S. Aderholt during strike clashes. It rejects errors in Alfred Hoffman’s incitement conviction in Marion. Sentences range 5 to 20 years. defendants remain free on bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Raleigh
N.C
North Carolina Supreme Court
O. S. Aderholt
Gastolia
Alfred Hoffman
United Textile Workers of America
American Federation of Labor
Marion
N. C
Aderholt
Fred Beal
Lawrence
Mass
National Textile Workers Union
Clarence Miller
New York
George Carter
Mizpah
N. J
Joseph Harrison
Passaic
William McGinnis
Louis McLaughlin
K. Y. Hendricks
Tonia Beal
Carter
Harrison
Miller
Plan Insignia For Agents Of Dry Bureau
Washington Aug 20 agents of the Department of Justice will wear metal shields on the right door of autos to identify prohibition officers. About 1000 shields of 17 by 20 inches will be ordered. Baltimore August 20 conference with Amos W W Woodcock discussed motorists ability to distinguish prohibition officers at night amid past shooting charges and mutual distrust. The director hinted at insignia without a uniform approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Department of Justice
Amos W. W. Woodcock
Prohibition Enforcement
Maryland
Automobile Club
Baltimore
Maryland Automobile Club
Prohibition
Edward G. Duncan
Duncan
Washington man visits on business for fire equipment firm
Mr. W. R. Evans of Washington DC, representative of the American La France Fire and Foamite Company, was here yesterday on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Evans
Washington, D. C
la France Fire and Foamite Company
Winchester Fair to Broadcast Music Hours Before 1930 Opening
Radio programs from Winchester Fair Association on WJSV Alexandria will air nightly 6 15 pm through August 29. Acts include Harry Windle and son Kenneth, Frank Patton and his Barnstormers, Soddy Haines with a Virginians band, and a Winchester girls variety program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Winchester Fair Association
WJSV
Alexandria
South
Harry Windle
Kenneth
Winchester
Frank Patton
Six Killed In Asama Volcano Eruption
Six Japanese climbers died in a violent Asama eruption northwest of Tokyo. They were swept by lava flows about 2000 feet from the crater as a strong aftershock shook the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Tokyo
Asama
Bar To Continue Prohibition Poll
Chicago August 30 The American Bar Association voted to continue its membership prohibition referendum at the first plenary session of the convention after opponents urged appealing the poll decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
American Bar Association Today
Organization
Gems Held By Slain Gangster Sought By Police
Uncut diamonds valued at 150000 were hunted today in the fifth treasure trove of Jack Zuta slain gang chief. Zuta papers seized by investigators reveal transactions between gangsters and public officials. Gems reportedly were taken in jewelry store hold ups and given to Zuta for safekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Jack Zuta
Zuta
Communists Loot and Burn Wu Sueh Port
Wireless reports say Communist forces looted and burned Wu sueh, a key Yangtse river port 25 miles above Kiukiang, sending many refugees fleeing. A Japanese gunboat was ordered to the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hankow
China
Wusueh
Yangtse River
Kiukiang
Kinder garten to Open Sept at Centenary Reformed Church
Miss Gertrude Miller announces a kindergarten opening on September 8 at Centenary Reformed Church. For information call phone number 812.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude Miller
Centenary Reformed Church
Virginias National Guard selects ten for Camp Perry team
Lieut. George F Miller and Private Jonathan P Blount of Company I, 116th Infantry, Virginia National Guard, join ten shooters for the national matches at Camp Perry Ohio from August 24 to September 14. Selection follows the Virginia Beach encampment scores with transportation funded from military funds and prizes awarded for top marks. Blount is noted for high scores in indoor matches across four state locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F.” Miller
Jonathan P. Blount
One Hundred and Sixteenth Infantry
Virginia National Guard
Virginia
Camp Perry
Ohio
Adjutant-General
Richmond
Virginia Beach
Miller
Blount
First
Virginia Infantry
National Guard
Mrs. Anderson Wins Absolute Divorce and Alimony
In Winchester Corporation Court Carrie C. Anderson is granted an absolute divorce from John A. Anderson on desertion grounds. She receives custody of their eight children, permanent alimony of 50 dollars per month, and 100 dollars for her attorney fees. The couple married October 2 1906 in Hagerstown Maryland. Carrie was formerly Carrie C Neville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Court of Winchester
Carrie C. Anderson
John A. Anderson
Anderson
Carrie C. Neville
Almanacs and Civil War Era Treasures Shared
Mr. Howard Grove displayed Virginia Almanac for 1817 and 1821 printed in Alexandria. A copy of Ultimore Sun from April 18 1861 reported the firing on Fort Sumter marking the civil war start. Also an ad for a 1921 Buick touring car offered cheap by Leader Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Grove
Star Office
Alexandria
John A. Stuart
Gruber
Hagerstown
Long Lease of Patton Land For Filling Station
A twenty year lease records Charles F Ile Patton and wife transferring a triangular site at South Braddock street and Valley Avenue to Dodd Super Service Stations. The drive in station replaces torn down buildings with monthly rent of 150 dollars and an option to purchase at 30 000 within three years or 32 500 within seven years and 40 000 within ten years, totaling 36 000 in rent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Clerk
Charles F. Ile Patton
Dodd Super
South Braddock Street
Valley Avenue
Dodd Company
New Faces Set To Take Seats On City Council
The next regular Council session on September 2 will feature three new members from the first and second wards, Hollis Marshall Rosenberger joining. They replace retiring members Hable Henry and Dellinger. The slate for the new year includes Forney Miller Allen Beverley in the first ward and Glaize Page Harper Barr Sale in the second. A president and vice president will be chosen, with committee appointments to follow, and work on the 1931 budget expected to begin as autumn arrives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Peyton Marshall
John H. Rosenberger
Messrs
H. H. Hable
J. H Henry
William
Gore Folks Plan Festival To Aid Fire Stricken
The Gore community plans an all day festival on August 23 to raise funds for residents who lost homes and belongings in the recent town fire. Donations are sought from Winchester and nearby areas. fraternal orders and individuals are invited to contribute suitable items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gore
Winchester
Unemployment totals released by Census Bureau head
Census Bureau Director Steuart announced that national unemployment before August end is forecast. He cited totals for Maryland and four states with 20 states already reported and remaining states being completed rapidly, Maryland showing 23 973 unemployed and 1.5 percent of population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
United States
Census Bureau
Steuart
North Dakota
Wyoming
Maryland
Utah
Martinsburg Golfers Face Winchester Tonight at Lucky Strike
Martinsburg sends 16 players to meet Winchester at Lucky Strike Golf Course. The squad includes eight women and a competitive contest is expected as Martinsburg women recently won two straight against Winchester women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
Winchester
Fresh Airs Go Friday Morning At 7 30 Sharp
Notice to all hosts of fresh air children to bring them to the Baltimore and Ohio station Friday at 7 30 prompt. No child may be kept longer without permission, which must be obtained by Thursday. P. R. Diehl, Chairman. Wanted good barber for up-to-date shop. Apply H:,c/o Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
P. R. Diehl
Van Lear Black Body Search Off New Jersey Coast
The search by air for Baltimore Sun publisher Van Lear Black, who vanished from his yacht Sabalo off the New Jersey coast, was abandoned as tides and currents hindered any likely coastal find. Navy dirigible Los Angeles and coast guard boats stood by. officials noted no resumed sea search due to visibility and safety concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
van Lear Black
Sabola
New Jersey
Baltim
Coast Guard
Navy
Los Angeles
Paul Patterson
Baltimore Sun
Ee Publishing Company
Steamboat Inspection Service
Kelley
Italy
van Lear
London
Balti+more
Globe Trotter
Washington
Baltimore
Naval
Kennedy Chosen to Lead Virginia Elks Society
In Hampton on August 19 Harry F. Kennedy of Alexandria was unanimously elected president of the Virginia State Elks Association, moving up from first vice president. New officers include John W. Morrison as first vice president Thomas L. Slatter as second vice president Grover Mayo as third vice president H E Dyer as secretary and Robert D. Peoples as treasurer Morris Spiro named five year trustee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hampton
Virginia State Elks Association
Harry F. Kennedy
Alexandria
Kennedy
John W
Morrison
Harrisonburg
Thomas L. Slatter
Grover Mayo
Portsmouth
H. E. Dyer
Roanoke
Robert D. Peoples
Manchester
Morris Spiro
Harrisonburs
Appleway Barbecue and Miniature Golf Night Music
Evening event at Appleway features barbecue and miniature golf with ample live music. Organizers invite families and neighbors to enjoy food games and entertainment. Local businesses sponsor the social gathering and community welcome.
Yard Party at Ridgeway Benefit for Payne's Chapel
A Yard Party in Ridgeway on Friday August 22 raises funds for Payne's Chapel. Organizers promote a community social with a benefit purpose and local participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgeway
Payne’s Chapel
Jennie Wren Links Offer Amusement and Diversion
An advertisement promoting Jennie Wren Links offerings for amusement entertainment and diversion appears with a list of coded numbers. The brief note invites readers to try the services themselves.
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Carey
Senate
Winchester Steam Laundry
Sydean Byrd Run
Alan
Norfolk- Portsmouth
Agents of Dry Bureau
Winchester Fair Management
Lieut. Miller
Private Blount
Mrs. Anderson
Patton
Atlantic
H. K. Kennedy
Elks’ Society
Valley Pike
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