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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1929
Page
3
Social reporter Mrs. Isabelle F. Miller offers to cover news by telephone for the following day. Phone line available between 3 and 4 pm at number 33 for time sensitive society items.
The Rev Dr F M Woods pastor emeritus of the Presbyterian Church at Martinsburg celebrates his eighty six birthday and marks fifty years since his arrival. He will deliver a historical sermon at the church Sunday while his family and fellow clergy gather for the occasion. His son Rev D J Woods is pastor in Clinton South Carolina and another son Dr A H Woods teaches at the University of Iowa. Many relatives and visitors called on him this week in Martinsburg.
Mr John H Bowers representative for W H Miller Shoe Company travels to Richmond with Mrs Bowers for several days on business. Miss Harriett Brent leaves for Harrisonburg to visit friends. Miss Minnie H Taylor returns from Capon Springs to North Braddock street. Mr and Mrs H W DeHaven of Washington stay with Rippon residents Mr and Mrs M L Adams and visit Clarence Lamp at Clearbrook. Rev H Eugene Richardson spends week at Massanetta Bible Conference near Harrisonburg.
Mr Blanford reports on county almshouse consolidations in Virginia noting inmates receive modern care for less money. Four consolidations save about 144000 in capital outlay and 13000 annually. six counties hold 92000 in property and plan further savings as Northern Valley counties study maintenance costs.
The county almshouse moves toward obscurity as consolidation promises lower cost per capita. Virginia welcomes the shift, with supporters arguing the change ends burdensome management of the poor farm and brings a better system. P. S. Blanford.
Good entries pour in for the Winchester Fair races to be held Wednesday and Thursday next week. About 75 horses have entered, with high hopes for better displays than previous years. Barnyard golf and weight guessing contests add to the attractions with cash prizes for top finishers.
A two day meeting will be held at Old Salem Church near Boyce Clarke county Saturday and Sunday with services at ten oclock in the morning and at 2 in the afternoon. Preaching will be by Elder Flynn of Kensington Md.
New York August 23 The stock market surged on a bullish wave with thirty plus issues climbing 3 to 17 points to fresh records. Leaders included steel oil railroad and utility shares as heavy trading occurred, led by oil stocks amid reports of strong current earnings and a belief that credit concerns were being ignored by major operators.
Governor Byrd hosts an annual orchard picnic tomorrow at the Green orchard seven miles north of Winchester. Fruit growers from Virginia and nearby states are invited. Commissioner George W. Koiner and gubernatorial candidate John Garland Pollard are listed as attendees. The event includes an 11 o’clock orchard tour and a noon picnic with a speaking program.
Carver W. Williams of 1709 Grove avenue Richmond admits striking a new car parked in Winchester. He left a note with his contact and history of the incident, owner R. W. Sheckells of Swanton Maryland believes a repair would be needed. Williams is praised for his honesty.
An Aug. 22 1929 letter from IRA S. Capper of Winchester VA questions who authorizes Sunday baseball. He denounces Sabbath violation and argues Sunday games hurt church and worship, asking who grants permission for these events.
In Clover Georgia two farmers Pate Huddleston and Marcus Brown killed each other in a street duel sparked by Brown pursuing Huddleston’s daughter. A town gathering witnessed the fatal confrontation after a father warned Brown to stop his alleged attentions.
A warrant is issued for Elmer Smallwood of Clarke County Virginia on charges of failing to stop and render aid after an accident. The case stems from injuries to Miss Eliza Butts of Martinsburg West Virginia when she was thrown from a motorcycle last Sunday in Berryville.
A car driven by resued Smallwood struck a motorcycle carrying Miss Butts and a Martinsburg rider returning from a Washington day event. Miss Butts, a nurse, suffered severe injuries including a fractured skull and was taken to Winchester Memorial Hospital. Smallwood allegedly failed to stop. A warrant was issued today by Prosecuting Attorney Frank M. Wray.
The Winchester Star invites readers to visit the Ready To Wear and Millinery departments on the second floor of Weavers in Front Royal Virginia. It promises exacting figures, extensive sizes, attentive service, and prices lower than typical shops with labels from top makers. Afternoon dresses evening gowns and dance dresses are offered along with appealing millinery selections to attract visitors.
Edward Rodgers is jailed on charges of obtaining an $80 loan by pledging barber chairs and equipment not his property. He allegedly passed worthless checks and broke into a storage site to steal razors and tools, later leaving town after repaying earlier checks. A grand jury in Winchester Corporation Court will consider the case.
Lucien Jackson Clarence Robinson and Latham Williams colored men were arrested by Sheriff Pannett near Refuge in the county charged with being drunk. Jackson admitted driving the car and was fined 75.25 dollars for illegal possession of a small quantity of liquor found on him. Robinson and Williams
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