Middletown High School faculty and new agricultural building
The report outlines the Middletown High School and graded school faculties with J. O. Beard as principal and names for English science and other subjects. It notes a new agricultural building housing laboratories and shops, and cites past enrollment in agricultural and home economics classes. It also mentions a nearby seven room principal’s house built by the Opequon District School Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teepeesee
J. O. Beard
Susie A. Smith
Carrie Lee Glaize
Pape Beard
Zelda Wood
Sadie Larrick
Martha Reedy
Lilia Ludwig
Rhodes
Maude Mathews
Eltha Kline
Opequon
Tip-off Kid Sows of the Ader Bandits
Police believe John Ketler, 17, acted as tip-off man for Walter Hart and James Hart in a $7,200 payroll robbery and Norris murder. Ketler claimed the pair hid at a location in the eastern burbs, and officers later found the hideout. Ketler admitted he misled investigators to undermine the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Jmore
Ley
John Ketler
Norris Firm
Coal Parley to Be Resumed in Week
Negotiations between anthracite coal operators and miners officials to end the suspension of work in hard coal mines are expected to be resumed within a week in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Archbishop Curley Criticizes Irish Rebels in Ireland
Archbishop Michael J. Curley of Baltimore, in Athlone, says the Republicans actions meet total condemnation from Ireland’s friends in America. National army troops capture Kinsale and Dunanway, the last irregular strongholds in County Cork, according to Bally advices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Belfast
Michael J. Curley
Baltimore
Athlone
Ireland
America
National Army
Kinsale
Dunanway
County Cork
Advertising Balloons At Winchester Fair Draw Crowds
Yesterday at the Winchester fair unique advertising drew crowds as gas balloons with miniature ducks tied to free tickets floated away. Aeronautics experts say properly inflated balloons can travel fifty to seventy five miles, promising continued promotion through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Presbyterian Church Services Held by Rev George M Matthis
The Rev George M Matthis of Clinton NC will preach at both morning and evening services in the Presbyterian Church on Sunday. He is described as a man of ability who preaches with force and earnestness. The public and visiting pastors are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George M. Matthis
Clinton
N. C
Presbyterian Church
Mr.Matthis
Orchard Crates Public Sale Arrives for Household Goods
Orchard Supply Co announces dispatch of its third car of picking crates for distribution this season. Public sale of household goods set for Monday at 10 o'clock on Kent Street with cash terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orchard Supply CO
Kent St
Improvement in Soft Coal Reported by Hoover
Indications point to improved soft coal production with potential release from distribution controls. Government sources say bituminous output could reach 6 to 8.5 million tons weekly soon, while hard coal outlook remains dark in Winchester area. Local shortages persist as bins run dry and shipments favor industry over domestic use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Herbert Hoover
Harding
el Distribution Committee
Hoover
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Winchester and Western Railroad
Virginia Woolen Company
John W. Rosenberger
Cl, Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corporation
W. B. Snider and Son
Baltimore and Ohio
Pennsylvania Railroad
Page of Presidents promotes advertising merit in The Star
An editorial notes the Page of Presidents as a useful advertising idea that proves ads are read and profitable. It argues the feature provides amusement and instruction, yields direct and indirect benefits, and urges participation in The Star's $25 cash prize contest.
Winchester Memorial Tag Day at Fair Week Benefit
Thursday August 31 during fair week a tag day to raise funds for Winchester Memorial Hospital. Buy a tag to support the hospital and its services. Proceeds aid patient care and community health programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Memorial Hospital
the Hospital
Residence auctioned at 29 West Cork Street
Buy the late Mrs. Shepherds home at No 29 West Cork Street in a Saturday auction. The seven room residence includes cellar bath gas and electric lights.
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West Cork Street
Machinery Break Delays Star News Incomplete Late Report
The Star could not process a large portion of late news including the return of local soldiers from camp and much of the Associated Press report due to a machinery breakdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily News
The
Associated Press
Boy Takes Record Tetnus Antitoxin Dose
Russell Miller a 14 year old boy from Woodstock is reported by physicians at Emergency Hospital in Washington to have received more tetanus antitoxin than any patient ever there. He arrived nine days ago after a wound in an elevator accident at Wyck and has been given over 156000 units, far beyond typical doses of 1500 to 50000 units.
Boyce Team Calls for Fair Show in Baseball Debate
Captain John W. Summers of the Boyce Club challenges The Star editor over league pitching claims. He cites Sothern’s undefeated record, Holden’s losses, Schriver’s poor start, and Moneymaker’s 7 wins in 9 games, asking for a fair evaluation.
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the Star
Winchester
Holden
Lefty Schriver
Sothern
Boyce
Harrisonburg
Strasburg
Schriver
Mt. Jackson
Moneymaker
John W. Summers
Boyce Club
Brucetown Locals Attend Visits and Socials
In Brucetown Virginia on August 25 Miss Helen Suter of Baltimore visits Julian Snapp's family. Jesse Scrogg and Mary Bradshaw of Summit Point call on Mary Bradshaw’s aunt Mrs. Frank Swimley. Corrie Swimley attends Charles Town horse show and visits Mary Clendening. Sadie Snapp hosts a hike and doggie roast for visiting Tillie and Katherine Lange.
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Brucetown
Helen Suter
Baltimore
Julian Snapp
Jesse Scrogg
Mary Bradshaw
Summit Point
Frank Swimley
Corrie Swimley
Charles Town
Mary Clendening
Byrd Purcell
Sadie Snapp
Tillie
Katherine Lange
McKeesport
Andy Whitacre
Purcell
Ebenezer
P. N. Riley
Pauline Palmer
Manor
Bedford Springs
J. L. O'Connell
J. B. Snapp
Mediation efforts falter as rail strike widens
New York reports say executives of 52 rail lines with 85 000 miles of track reject curtailing pension or privileges and pledge to re employ strikers at Railroad Labor Board rates. Brotherhood leaders press for full strike. negotiations collapse as violence and bombings spread to Illinois Tennessee and Florida and trains move toward normal in Pittsburgh region.
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New York
Daniel Willard
Baltimore and Ohio
Railroad Labor Board
Reiply
Pittsburgh
Connellsville
B. and O
Resignation Demand Over Volstead Joins Judiciary Row
Rep Andrew J Volstead of Minnesota faced a House bid to resign as chairman and judiciary committee member over alleged election help from the anti saloon league. Rep Tinkham introduced the resolution and Rep Mann moved to table it. The measure was laid on the table 141 to 3.
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Associated Press
Washington
Andrew J. Volstead
Minnesota
House Judiciary Committee
Anti-Saloon League
House
Tinkham
Massachusetts
Mann
Laborers Wanted for Gas Mains Work
Twenty five men needed immediately to open trenches and lay gas mains. Wages of 2 dollars per day. Apply at the Gas Office located at 21 West Piccadilly Street.
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West Piccadilly Street
Unity Lacking in Virginia American Legion Meeting
Major Robert T. Barton Virginia national committeeman warned at the Charlottesville convention that unity is lacking in the American Legion. He criticized the Virginia Legislature for inaction on intended war memorials and urged erecting a memorial to Virginians who died in World War I. The session featured remarks by Mrs. Barrett and, later, Lt. Col. Lynch, with awards and calls for better care of ex service members facing mental health challenges.
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American Legion
Robert T. Barton
Virginia
Charlottesville
Major Barton
Vention
Y. Conrad Post
City
Clifford Art
Isos
R. T. Barton
Nema Oorad
Lynch
Junius F. Lynch
Tion
Legionaires
Liani Bryd ‘Lee
J. W. Fisher
University of Virginia, Po
C . G. Maphis
Alderman
Barrett
Walter Barrett
Alexandria
Woman's Auxiliary
Jack Jouette
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
Legion
Norfolk
Clamation
J. M. Hodges
Arthur T. Burgess
Norfolk Post
H. W. Faint
Richmond
Miners Return to Work in George's Creek Region
Three hundred miners have returned to work in the George's Creek region. In Potomac fields ten open mine pits remain unfilled this week as the Oat and Goal and Coke Company reports production resuming. Also mentions a touring car in good condition and a classified notice about household items for sale and a horticulture advertisement.
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Cumberland
Mdé
George’s Creek
Potomac Fields
Oat & Goal and Coke Company
Eedge
Ee Ace
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Kid Soveals
ADER
John Keller
Hart and
Socolow
State Attorney's Office
Stardust
Fanny Hurst
Setan Maga
Empire
Ufder
Centenary Reformed Church
ELKS
the Elks
Curley
Presbyterian Church Services
President Page
TRY Herrell’s Real Estate
Winchester, VA
Iers
Boy
Crimson
Labor
Chicago
Road House
Chicago and Alton
C. and A. Roundhouse
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy
St. Louis
Jacksonville
Florida
J. A. Williams
Seaboard
Williams
Greenville
Bessemer and
Lake Res Railroad
United States Steel Corporation
HOTEL
Carolana
Market St
Judge Fisher
Lutheran Parson
Herst St
Frank Bayliss
Capon Lake
Tiiny W. Vai
Walter Gore
Court House
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