Graf Zeppelin and Los Angeles Lead Westward Air Race Encounters
Navy dirigible Los Angeles reaches Cleveland for National Air Races as Graf Zeppelin flies toward Chicago. Reports describe crowds at the airport, planned dual moorings, and officials awaiting the two giants after prior passes over Buffalo Kirksville Kansas City and El Paso en route to Lakehurst.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Los Angeles
Lakehurst
N. J
Buffalo
N. Y
Kirksville
Milan
Kansas City
Hugo Eckener
Chicago
Missouri
Iown
Illinois
Jefferson City
St. Louis
Grafby Radio
Ohio
Army
Navy
Derby
Graf Zeppelin
United States Navy
Navy Fliers
Texas
EL Paso
West Texas
Sierra Blanca
Mexico
Ford Worth
Little Rock
Ark
Texas and Pacific Railway
Arizona
New Mexico
Texas Panhandle
Used Trucks For Sale Dodge And Chevrolet Listings
Two light commercial trucks described as nearly new are offered by H. W. Ebert. A Dodge 2-ton six cylinder with dual tires and cab and body, and a Chevrolet with cab and body, are priced attractively.
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Dodge
Chevrolet
Rouss Fire Co Uniforms for Washington Trip
Uniforms for the Washington trip will be issued Wednesday Thursday and Friday of this week starting at 7 o clock. Members with uniforms not going to Washington should return them at once. See M Lamp, Pres. for details.
Mrs. Annie B. Carter Dies at Daughter's Home
Mrs. Annie B. Carter widow of William W. Carter and former Winchester resident died at her son in law and daughter's home on Wadesville road four miles northwest of Berryville after a long illness of complications. She was 62 or 63 and survived by two daughters and a son with many siblings and thirteen grandchildren. Funeral Friday at 11 in Winchester Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. F. T. McFaden officiating and burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
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Annie B. Carter
William W. Carter
Winchester
Raymond L. Watson
Wadesville Road
Berryville
Carter
E. L. Hoffman
Bunker Hill
West Va
Isabelle Chenowith
Orange Branch
Loudoun Street
Mrs. Watson
Clarke County
Presbyterian Church
Lyda Cooper
Gore
County
W. Glenn Carter
Wadesville
Robert W. Carter
Rodney Carper
M. G. Hoffman
Martinsburg
James Hoffman
Lester Hoffman
W. Va
Fred Hoffman
Independence
John M. Miller
Gerardstown
Clifton Tabb
Tablers
Beulah Wingert
Lottie Hoffman
Stella Whetzel
Baltimore
F. T. McFaden
Mount Hebron Cemetery
Cries of Police Stop Hold Up Near Handley Library
Early last night residents near Handley Library on West Piccadilly Street heard cries of police as a man attempted to hold up a well known citizen. The victim, unable to identify the assailant, shouted for help and the would-be robber fled into shadows without taking anything.
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Handley Library
West Piccadilly Street
Tribute to Stanley Harmer by Railway Conductors
Berkeley Division No 234 of the Order of Railway Conductors adopted resolutions on the death of Stanley E Harmer at his home August 19. They express sorrow for the loss and prayer for comfort, order the charter draped and mourning badges worn for 30 days, and request publication in The Winchester Star.
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Stanley B. Harmer
Berkeley Division
Order of
Railway Conductors of America
Stanley E. Harmer
Great Brotherhood
Winchester Star
National Fruit Product Co contracts with growers
The firm states ongoing contracts with growers for canning and cider apples and offers a bonus to all holders of preferred stock. Calls or telephone for details. Telephone 246. National Fruit Product Co., Inc. (8-27-1p-51).
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National Fruit Product Co., Inc
Bishop Batdorf Delights as Winchester Church Raises 5504 in 27 Minutes
Bishop G D Batdorf of Harrisburg visited Winchester for the seventh anniversary of the edifice dedication. He expressed surprise at the local congregation raising 5504.50 in 27 minutes to further pay down the debt, now under 10000. The event marked his first visit to Winchester after taking over the district from the retired Bishop William M Bell.
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G. D. Batdorf
Harrisburg
United Brethren Church
Batdorf
William M. Bell
Winchester
First United Brethren Church
Dayton
Ohio
General Conference
Fears For Tanker Fire Off Florida Coast
The tanker Paulsboro, 292 miles west of the Tortugas, was afire last night with a 33 crew aboard. Radio contact faded as efforts continued. The fire was later reported under control and the vessel towed toward port by the Birkenhead. both tankers are owned by Vacuum Oil Company.
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Associated Press
West Palm Beach
Fla
Paulsboro
New York
Houston
Jupiter
John P. Pearson
the Marine Corporation
Florida
Birkenhead
Vacuum Oil Company
Market Recovers From Scare Over Money Situation
The market rebounded in a day of bullish rallies in rails and specialties. Oils motors steel and equipment showed little progress while large houses reported rising odd lots from small traders and investors. Call money renewed at 9 percent as the close remained irregular with about 4 million shares traded.
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The
Associates Press
New York
Hague
Italy to Enter Schneider Races as Good Sport
Rome August 20 Italy will take part in the Schneider cup races on September 7 in England despite reports of a withdrawal after the death of Captain Motta. Under Secretary Balbo announced Italy would compete as a gesture of good sportsmanship and to prove the state ment wrong. He said the squadron’s chances were largely affected by Motta’s death in the wreck of the fastest aircraft.
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Rome
Italy
Aft
England
Balbo
Motta
Moslem Uprisings in Holy Land Feared as Bitter Unrest Grows
In Jerusalem and across Palestine, Syria, and Trans-Jordan uprisings threaten violence as Beersheba tribes mobilize toward Hebron amid reports of hundreds dead or wounded. Refugees flood in while British powers face calls to protect Americans and curb Arab attacks.
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Associated Press
Jerusalem
Palestine
Syria
Tiran Gordonia
Middle East
Iben Saud
Hedjaz
Beersheba
Damascus
Washington
Foreign Office
Dawes
State Department
Stimson
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Palestine Government
The Star Not Published Monday for Labor Day
Advertisers and subscribers are advised The Star will skip publication on Monday September 2 as part of the Labor Day observance.
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Star
Garber Ordered Into Court On Contempt Charge
J A Garber former Rockingham County treasurer and current Seventh District representative must appear in Circuit Court on September 9 to show cause why he should not be fined for failing to turn over books and documents to his successor George B Keezell. Keezell had petitioned the court citing repeated requests and an 1929 order directing delivery of treasurer records including ledger daybook journal and bank pass book.
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Harrisonburg
Jacob A. Garber
Seventh District
George B. Keezell
Keezell
Garber
H. W. Bertram
Rockingham County
J. A. Garber
Ereabiesham County
Vemenan
Rockingham
Shen
Burglar Alarm Rings at Bank. No Burglars Found
An alarm at Shenandoah Valley National Bank rang at about 10 45 last night drawing a crowd to the building. Officials said the alarm was accidentally triggered and no burglars were present.
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Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Apple Inspection To Be Considered Friday Night
Frederick County fruit growers meet at Handley Library on Friday night August 30 at 8 for orchard inspection planning. A market division representative explains the procedure and urges interested growers to attend and sign contracts through F W Bailey to ensure inspectors are sent. If interest is insufficient, only federal or car inspection will occur this season.
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Frederick County Fruit Growers
Handley Library
F. W. Bailey
Midnight Show At Capitol Tonight
A preview screening of Noahs Ark at the Capitol Theatre starts 11:30 PM with doors at 11 and Bob Stratton performing on the Capitol organ between 11 and 11:30. The notice urges attendance and notes it as the requested picture. Also a classified ad seeks a good home for a pretty poodle, phone numbers 41-J or 421.
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Capitol Theatre
Bob Stratton
Capitol Organ
Military training rise noted in U.S. colleges
A Hopewell Friends Meeting House event led by Lawrence Morlan and B. C. Straton argued military training has grown tenfold in U.S. colleges since 1916. They cautioned against young boys’ exposure to combat routines, urged focus on peace, education, and public welfare, and questioned national spending on past wars and defense.
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Hopewell
Straton
England
Ramsey MacDonald
Hoover
Secretary of the Treasury
Mellon
Victor Arthur's Onion Contest Sparks Public Interest
The Know Your Onions contest at the Winchester fair, sponsored by J W Arthur insurance, draws guesses for a $10 gold prize. A sealed bowl and box hold entries, with judges County Treasurer Robert S Smith Sheriff Luther Pannett and Roy P Duvall to count onions. The winner is announced Saturday afternoon by The Star. Open to all over sixteen.
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J.W. Arthur Insurance Agency
Winchester Fair
Mdae
Mr. Arthur
Fair Grounds
Robert S. Smith
Luther Pannett
Roy P. Duvall
Frederick County
Arthur
For Sale Six Room House On Braddock Street
For sale a six room house with all modern improvements. Apply in rear. 447 North Braddock Street. Posted August 27.
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N. Braddock St
Insurance Booth Ad at Winchester Fair
A booth invitation from J. W. Arthur General Insurance at the Winchester Fair offers $10 in gold free for visitors. The notice promotes their presence and contact.
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Winchester Fair
J. W. Arthur
General Insurance
Second Day of Winchester Fair Draws Big Crowd
The Winchester fair attracts a large audience on its second day with racing as a major draw. Attractions are on every hand and a fine racing program is planned for this afternoon. The fair opens again tonight with good weather forecast for tomorrow.
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Winchester Fair
Cloudy Thursday Forecast For Virginia Weather Update
Forecast calls for cloudy skies in Virginia on Thursday with continued cool temperatures. Tonight remains cool and winds shift to moderate north directions as conditions brighten later in the day.
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Virginia
Winchester Fair Baby Show Draws Crowds Amid Warm Day
A large Winchester Fair crowd enjoyed a sunny day with events like a horseshoe contest and a baby show led by Miss Evelyn Dean. Winners included Robert C. Boyce and Lillian Snyder as best developed babies, with prizes of silver, ribbons, and keepsakes. The farm and kitchen exhibits impressed attendees as a giant watermelon and pumpkins topped the displays. The fair expects financial gains if weather remains favorable.
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Evelyn Dean
Chauncey
Secon
C. Fred Bart
Sternpbane
Wy. R. Legge
Robert C. Boyce
Bryville Pike
Garnett Affleck
South Braddock Street
Winchester
Nolan Schrader
Lillian Snyder
Nain
Lila Lee Robinson
A Chester
Louise Berryhille
Gore
Charles Bishop Strite
Rowland Four
Opequon
Mary Love Pierce
Berryville
Ruth Swartz
Ruby Swartz
Rippon
W. Va
Jad
James N. Moling
J. A. Haun
G. Reginald Haines
Apples Wanted Grimes Golden Delivery by Grimes Golden
Cash buyers Glaize and Hu advertise they will purchase Grimes Golden apples from tree run for delivery any day. Phone contact provided.
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Tree Run
Grimes
Glaize & HU
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H. W. Ebert
W.W. Carter
Clarke
Balk
Stanley Harmer
E. Orrison
Elmer Keyser
E. R. Jones
J. L. Dixon
C. Ae L
Richmond
Schneider
Holy Land
Trans-Jolvania
London
Colonial Office
Bell
Jaffa
Esme Howard
Bernard 8
Deutsch
American Jewish Congress
Howard
the Evening Star
Capitol
U.S
Mr. Morlan
Mrs. Straton
Bowman
Victor Arthur
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