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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1935

Page

3

Wedding in Charlotte Ties Eva Linker to Stahlee Funderburke

Rev Dr Thomas officiated the double ceremony in Concord North Carolina last Thursday for Eva Hilliard Linker and Katherine Linker who wed Stahlee Funderburke of Kansas City and Ralph Eugene Lentz of Concord. The brides are UNC graduates and daughters of the late Frederick Hilliard Linker.

Luther A. Thomas Concord N. C Eva Hilliard Linker Stahlee Funderburke Kannapolis Katherine Linker Ralph Eugene Lentz Thomas St. James’ Lutheran Church John Tilton Howell Frederick Hilliard Linker University of North Carolina

Community Club Schedule With Luncheons and Rehearsals

A condensed social calendar lists Kiwanis luncheon at George Washington Hotel 12:30 p m with 645 p m choir practice at United Brethren church. Rotary meeting at Winchester Country Club 1:00 p m Thursday. American Legion post luncheon at George Washington Hotel Friday 12:30 p m and a 8:30 p m concert by Reid Stuart Feller Stouffer Noel at the same hotel. Lions Club meeting at George Washington Hotel Tuesday 12:30 p m.

Ker Kiwanis Club George Washington Hotel United Brethren Ches , Co. E Ellis Piccadilly and Braddock Grace Lutheran Church Rotary Club Winchester Country Club Robert Y. Conrad Post American Legion Susan Reid Stuart Mary Stearns Feller Eva Stouffer Noel Lions Club

Reunion Formed To Perpetuate Hampshire Home Gatherings

The Davis home near Yellow Springs hosted the annual reunion of Jerry M. Anderson's family and friends from Hampshire County. An afternoon program featured a piano recital by Mrs. A. G. Legge and singing of old songs. An association was formed to continue these yearly gatherings with Mrs. Jefferson F. Davis elected president and other officers chosen. Attendees included Julius C. Davis, S. W. Anderson, and many Andersons and Davises from Darkesville, Gore, Mountain Falls, and Winchester.

Hampshire Jerry M. Anderson High View W. Va Jefferson F. Davis Davis Yellow Springs A. G. Legge Dar , W. Va Anderson Paul Pierce Maria Garvin Anderson Hampshire County Julius C. Davis S. W. Anderson Darkesville Bertha Anderson W. J. Muse B. L. Anderson Ruth Ritter Margaret Ritter Charlies Anderson Russell Paul Anderson Winifred Lily May Anderson Mountain Falls Summers Orndorff Mauvarine Orndorff Altha Dyke Star Tammnery O.T. Ritter Joe Nannie O. Cooper G. O. Snapp R. B. Snapp B. F. Line A. C. Oates Winchester

Surprise Birthday Party For Earl Haun At Grandmother’s Home

A surprise birthday party was held Saturday night in honor of Mr. Earl Haun at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. C. Fletcher, on the Front Royal pike. Guests included Billy Green, Harry Kern, John Dunn, Harry Garber, Russell and Buddy Larrick, Richard Schindler, Loring Pingley, and young Frances Kern with Theresa Seabright. Refreshments and games added to the occasion, and Mr. Haun received many useful gifts.

Earl Haun C. Fletcher Front Royal Pike Mr. Haun Messrs Billy Green Harry Kern John Dunn Harry Garber Russell Buddy Larrick Richard Schindler Loring Pingley Frances Kern Theresa Seabright

Dr. and Mrs Shields Visiting In Lexington

Dr and Mrs Randolph T Shields on leave from China where he served as a medical missionary visit Lexington as guests of Mrs Rosa Mason They stayed in Winchester with Miss Sophie Baker and Miss Fanny Page Their son Randolph Shields Jr has returned to Harvard to resume studies.

Mrs. Shields Lexington Randolph T. Shields China Shields Rosa Mason Winchester Sophie Baker Fanny Page Randolph Shields, Jr Harvard

Mrs. Gilpin Hosts Luncheon for Dr and Mrs Graham

Mrs Henry B Gilpin hosted a Washington Street luncheon in honor of Dr Randolph Graham and Mrs Graham of New York City. They arrived recently as guests of Mrs Julian F Ward at her South Washington Street residence.

Gilpin Mrs. Graham Henry B.gilpin Washington Street Randolph Graham New York City Graham Julian F. Ward South Washington Street Julian Ward Randolph T. Shields China

Bible School Attendee Hears Two Ministers At Maurertown

Mrs. Jerry Dunlap of 210 East Piccadilly Street attended the Church of Gods of Virginia annual Bible School and conference in Maurertown. She heard Rev. L. E. Conner of Dixon Illinois and Rev. Harry Goekler of Marshall Illinois during the event.

Maurertown Jerry Dunlap East Piccadilly Street Church of Gods of Virginia L. E. Conner Dixon, Ill Harry Goekler Marshall, Ill

Braithwaite Birth Honors New Baby William Edgar

Mr and Mrs Lee Braithwaite receive congratulations on the birth of a son named William Edgar born Sunday August 25 at their Welltown home. Mrs Braithwaite nee Hattie Adams is daughter of Mr and Mrs William Adams. The father is son of Mr and Mrs C W Braithwaite.

Lee Braithwaite Welltown Braithwaite Miss Hattie Adams William, Adams Mr. Braithwaite C. W. Braithwaite William Edgar

Former Pastor Here On A Visit To Friends

The Rev. and Mrs. Paul R. Diehl of Annapolis Md are on their annual vacation outing and guests this week of Miss Mary Sherman at her home near Chambersville. The Rev. Diehl once pastored Frederick circuit M E Church South and has many friends in Winchester and Frederick county.

Paul R. Diehl Annapolis Mary Sherman Chambersville Diehl Frederick Circuit Methodist Episcopal Church South Winchester Frederick County

Contest Winners To Be Honored At Social

Pleasant Valley United Brethren Church members plan a campfire social hosted by Mr and Mrs U S Fries on Thursday night. The Blues team sponsors the event in honor of the Reds with invites extended to all members of both sides.

Pleasant Valley United Brethren Church U. S. Fries Reds

Local Society Gathers and Travels in Modern Times

The column lists Mrs. Charles P. McVicar and family returning from Newport News with Mrs. Ada Wagner and Miss Frances Grove visiting relatives in Norfolk and Washington. It notes Sherman’s slow recovery, a reception hosted by Mrs. Julian Ward for Dr. Shields and guests, and obituaries and upcoming nuptials including Miss Mary Pauline Kirby’s marriage to Guy M. Yost in Waynesboro. It also covers Mrs. Edmonds relocating to Washington, and Mrs. Bentz’s New York buying trip for fall merchandise.

Charlies P. McVicar C. P. McVicar, Jr Newport News Oo. P. Grove North Washington Street Norfolk

Mrs Steck to Host Luncheon for Mrs Taliaferro

Mrs John M Steck Sr will host a luncheon at 1 30 pm on Fairmont avenue in honor of Mrs Harry T Taliaferro of White Plains New York visiting her daughter Mrs John M Steck Jr Others mentioned include Miss Elizabeth Farrar county home demonstration agent return from Boydton Va and travelers Misses Oren Topkins Retha Hiett Alma Grim Ruth Duncan Lawrence Grim Lance Reid and Rev Dr L A Thomas with families A note says a misprint occurred in yesterdays Star regarding Miss Mary Kerns surprise birthday party Elisha F Barr 60 dies at Ste ved City home from heart attack

John M. Steck, Sr John M. Steck Harry,t. Taliaferro White Plains N. Y John M. Steck, Jr Fairmont Avenue Elizabeth Farrar Boydton Mecklenburg County Oren Topkins Retha Hiett Mary Sherman Romney W. Va Alma Grim Ruth Duncan Lawrence Grim Lance Reid Washington, D. C Niagara Falls Canada

Col Fusspot narrowly avoids treason charge clash with mint julep

Column recounts Col Fusspot’s defense over alleged treason tied to mint julep rituals. Report notes public reaction, references to Confederate era traditions, and includes two recipe variants for Southern Mint Julep. Several social notices follow about guests and entertaining in Clarke and Norfolk circles.

Mrs Brinton Expected Home After Month in Cities

Mrs Peter Yates Brinton, who has been visiting for a month in New York Boston and other northern cities, is expected home Thursday. She has an apartment on West Cork street.

Peter Yates Brinton New York Boston West Cork Street

Widen And Pave Drive At Winchester Cold Storage

The city and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad completed widening and paving the drive to the Winchester Cold Storage. Excavation left a seven foot broader approach while asphalt was laid. Guard rails will be installed at the crossings over North Loudoun and the street will be made smoother for safer travel.

Winchester Baltimore and Ohio North Loudoun

House Members Stage Show As Senators Chafe

Gallery spectators enjoyed a light moment as House and Senate members traded acts. Connery led a “Spirit Of ’76” salute on trombone with Buchanan on snare and Bloom on bass drum while Dixie and Yankee Doodle stirred reactions. Florence Kahn directed women members leading the band.

Chafe Connery Rep. Buchanan D-Tex Rep Bloom D-Ny Florence Kahn

Senate filibuster ends third deficiency bill in session

In a contrasting Senate scene Senator Long of Louisiana moved to end debate with a filibuster, killing the third deficiency appropriation bill as applause greeted performances by California and Tammany figures and Representative Merritt of New York in a light program.

California Caroline O'Day

Two Divorces Granted in Frederick County Court

Judge Philip Williams grants two absolute divorces on desertion grounds. Maynard DeHaven separates from Emma Davis DeHaven with desertion dating from March 15, 1932, and a six month remarriage restriction. Mattie M. Strosnider divorces Griffin M. Strosnider. they wed July 7, 1932, with desertion from late February 1933. custody given to the mother and paternal access allowed. Mrs Strosnider’s property rights protected. six month remarriage prohibition for both.

Philip Williams Frederick County Maynard DeHaven Emma Davis DeHaven Neiither Mattie M. Strosnider Griffin M. Strosnider Stephens City

Mrs J A Mathers Dies In Berryville

Mrs Nella L Mathers wife of J A Mathers prominent Berryville businessman died after an extended illness. She is survived by husband a son James and three daughters. Funeral services were held at 2 PM yesterday at Duncan Memorial Methodist Church South conducted by Rev Brown.

Berryville Nella L. Mathers J. A. Mathers James Duncan Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church South Brown

United Brethren Church Pays Off Its Debt Rapidly

The United Brethren Church on North Braddock street celebrated its thirteenth anniversary of the donor dedication and reported cash contributions of 680.75 toward the debt and a pledge of 1089 to be paid within a year, totaling 1169.75. The church, built at about 70000, has nearly liquidated the debt and paid roughly 16000 in interest. Rev. H E Richardson spoke at the morning service and the Christian Endeavor Society led the evening program under Mrs Garvin Bowles.

United Brethren Inchester Coon North Braddock Street H. E. Richardson Reliance Christian Endeavor Society Garvin Bowles

Notaries Appointed for Four-Year Terms

John L. Glaize A S Hott John M Steck Jr and Miss Emily S Light have been appointed notary publics for four years. They each posted the required bond and took the oath in the office of County Clerk C C Brannon.

John L. Glaize A. S. Hott John M. Steck, Jr Emily 5S Light C. C. Brannon

Jealousy Held Slaying Motive In Case Of Woman

In Maryland Park Maryland the slaying of Mrs Estelle M Teulon 49 years old found in her home is thought to be jealousy as the motive Prince Georges police questioned four men last night all but George Lusby 46 railroad worker released detained for further questioning while others described as rivals for her affections search continued physicians say the body showed signs of death about a week old.

Maryland Park Estelle M. Teulon Prince Georges County George Lusby

City Announces Three Public Improvement Projects

City manager Arthur M. Field said three projects are planned soon. West Cecil Street paving of an incomplete section will proceed, a new base will be laid on streets in the Virginia City area, and drainage facilities will be installed at Kent and Piccadilly intersection, potentially lowering the Baltimore and Ohio railroad tracks.

Arthur M. Field West Cecil Street Virginia City Kent Piccadilly Street Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

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Eersonae ZVI Nas Eersoanal Jogggeversoaal Charlotte Camp Beckwith B. B. Dutton Camp Schmidt Piney Point Thomas Schmidt Mary Elizabeth Marguerite W. M. Brashears Mary Brashears St. George’s Bay Tall Timbers Hockman Mr. Brashears Warren Elliott Harry F. Byrd, Jr Rosemont Huntsberry Bostonians Nettletons Red Cross Slaters Sherman Clayton Sherman Memorial Hospital Jaclae T. W. Harrison Lester Barr Bass Rock Mass Barr Wyoming Washington Mary Pauline Kirby Guy M. Yost Otho F. Kirby Waynesboro Guy Marshall Yost Peter W. Yost The United Brethren Church North Avenue George W. Stover Mr. Yost Edmonds Stuart Garner Edmonds Helen Garner Edmonds C. W. Ritter South Braddock, Street Stuart H. Edmonds War Department Helen Ritter Clara Fultz Bentz Clara V. Fultz West Boscawen Street L. A. Thomas Salisbury Mary Kerns Finley Leon Whitlock Donald Ralph Earl Kerns Star J. P. Elliott Charlottesville Elisha F. Barr Steve City Rexall Brooks’ Pharmacy Col. Fusspott Thomas P. Ochitree John Paul Bocock Peery Virginia Beach John Marshall Orson Davis Fusspot Barney Burke Pat Duffy Leslie Gaylord Atlanta, Ga Frances Beverley Charlotte Jones W. T. Jones Loudoun Street Llewellyn Bull Tubyries Clarke County Bridge Spencer Carter Rosney Mary Stearnes Feller R. Gray Williams W. Nelson Page H. C. Barnes Paris Ridgeley White Frank N. Hack Mr White Isaac G. Hoffman R. E. March West Gerard Street Beane Fleasons Shenandoah Valley National Bank Victor Acme Geo. W. Kurtz MarniCas MiSitiv Loudoun St the Commercial & Savings Bank Rouss Park B. & C. Baking Company Hunter Myers Irvin Kline Lebanon, Pa Lovett’s N. Loudoun St Freeman Lovett Brothers Winchester, Va R. M. Swimley George Washington
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