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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1921
Page
6
A legal notice describes Ged A Graichen’s suburban land sale by the county deed records. At Noon five o’clock in the county courthouse, the debt secured by the property will be satisfied under execution as part of a circuit court process.
A 1921 notice describes a fifty acre tract with improvements in Frederick County Virginia near Chester and Shaw-Rosa District. It is bounded by Wark Street and the Paper Mill Road, with the Baltimore and Ohio Railway Company on the east, and was conveyed to Pune T. Co. Windle in 1906. The parcel is deemed suitable for city development as well as apple orchard farming.
The notice states the land value taunts tied by two notes for five hundred dollars each with dates in 1911. Interest at six percent is due on one note from July 10 and on the other from July 15, total overdue amount appears to be one hundred forty two.
Statement outlines a trust deed securing deferred purchase money on property with two Honda as parties, two thirds balance on day of sale, interest six percent semi annually, policy of fire on three buildings, GRAY WILLIAMS as Trustee, terms dated and two years after date with interest from date until paid.
Court order in a 1921 suit filed by John A Nesmith and EB Fritts against Lizzie Riffe Catherine Shart Fred Gehtart Estella Butler Robert Hensley and others. The case seeks to set aside a land division and distribute entitlements to heirs, with publication ordered in the Evening Star and posting at the court house.
Warren Farmer, once known in Frederick and surrounding counties, is reported dead. He leaves five sons Henry of Ashby Vas Co of Uniontown J of White Post MiMitetown Way and George of Clearbrook, Va. Three daughters Ollie Clatterbuck of Vaucluse, Va Harry Shipe at the homeplace and David Skinner of Waslington plus a sister Mollie Ashby of Boyce, Va. A number of grandchildren survive. His wife died eight years ago and a son Thomas U. Hughes of New Salem died two years ago.
Police arrested Mason after neighbors reported a gathering at his home where intoxicated men were seen. Officers found stills and equipment for making alcohol described as crude and unreliable and seized the gear for safekeeping.
Read fragment notes Irish members at the Mansion House discussing the cabinet’s expected reply to Prime Minister Lloyd George. Officials indicated a statement or decision might be released by Tuesday at the latest.
The body of Air Commodore Maitland of the British forces was recovered from the wreckage of the dirigible late this afternoon after the disaster last week. The officer had been missing since the incident.
Berlin August 29 The German cabinet faced a grave political situation as President Ebbert presided over a session discussing the resignation of Matthias Erzberger last week. The spark has touched a longer smolder, placing the cabinet in a serious predicament.
A yellow race car in a Winchester party convoy was found disabled along the pike about two miles past Millwood in Clarke County. The vehicle showed collision damage while traveling at high speed, and the incident likely happened earlier in the afternoon as the party members did not observe it during their pass.
Millwood heads toward the river at midday in calm departure. A brief note places the scene along the riverbank with no further details.
James N Moling of The Star office killed a five foot long snake with a pitchfork in his yard on North Main Street. He described the reptile writhing among bushes before he struck it, ending the danger to his property.
The Rev. and Mrs. Asa Richard, formerly of this city, arrived at noon from an extended visit to Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington. They plan to spend the fall season at Taylor Puriace near Mount Willatas with Mrs. Arelia Williams, the latter’s sister.
Deputy Sheriff Thurmond said from Sheriff Cha fin's office that quiet prevailed in Logan county this afternoon by long distance call. About 400 deputy sheriffs and volunteers who went into the area Saturday night remain in Logan county, though their exact location was not known.
Mr. H 8 Casey leaves for Washington for several days. Mr. and Mrs. Bestner visit East Monmouth Street relatives then return to Baltimore. Melvin Plegenheimer returns to Richmond after weekend with Mrs. Fiegelheimer and children. Mr. and Mrs. M M Davis leave for Blissfield Michigan for weeks of visiting. Miss M V Kremer and Miss Virginia Pifer travel to New York and Philadelphia for fall millinery shows. Mr. and Mrs. John T S return from weekend visit to Mrs. Carper and Miss Mary Lewis. Glass leaves for Washington. Miss Ella B Pertz visits relatives then goes to City and Newark. Mrs. Elizabeth Kirk of New Jersey arrives for relatives and friends. Mrs. Samuel Baxter returns to Washington after visiting Mrs. W R Willis. Mr. and Mrs. Donning RA Sma return from Philadelphia and Atlantic City visits. Mr. Lawson Armentrout returns from the east. Mr. Samuel Totty returns to Philadelphia with Mr. Aulick Gib bes visiting his uncle R G Gibons. Miss Stella Virginia Hes tett leaves Saturday for Richmond and Virginia to visit Miss Mildred Tucker.
A garbled exchange mentions a $50,000,000 appropriation and paying one’s way home. The fragment includes Whyl? Senator Snorts? references and a constituent named Yeekata in Washington, with unclear context and quotation marks.
An unusual village entertainment note describes McNab in a double bass showcase. The write up highlights his finger technique and the lively passing style of the performance at a London venue.
A public message commends Senator Sorghum for showing kindness and balance, noting gratitude for his measured approach and fairness in representing diverse views. The speaker emphasizes sincere appreciation for his efforts to avoid a one sided impression.
A fragmented dialogue shows a suave salesman asking about car style while a woman requests “the best automobile.” The exchange plays with humor about opinions and cleanliness as the pair discuss preferences and self introductions in a playful, language light scene.
A fragment shows a dialogue about ongoing speculation on how to yield bankruptcy, reflecting tense market chatter and uncertainty among traders. The exchange mentions quitting speculation and contemplating bankruptcy strategies amid financial strain.
Fragment from a quirky verse noting a Mrs Knagg resignation and a playful scene where a husband’s hands tremble as snow and a cook declines to accompany Mary, hinting at domestic mischief and social satire.
A corrupted OCR passage presents a fragmented dialogue with phrases like a female voice and a casual query about a head. It reads as an odd theater or narration snippet with garbled names and missing context.
A cartoonish exchange features a six year old girl and an old gentleman debating how to spend a quarter. The youth’s blunt answer contrasts with the elder’s attempt to teach thrift in a light moral vein.
Fragmentary text shows a tense exchange between a girl named Ken and a suitor in Philadelphia. The scene hints at a fatal act and a claim that couples resemble each other, with one character declaring a refusal as absolute. The garbled passage limits precise details.
An advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a tonic aiding women through middle life and common female ailments. It notes many conditions are not surgical and offers a free private text book for women upon request from The Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
A fatal incident at a summer social climax during a ball at the Delle Amidhl Mask Ball in Allenhurst New Jersey leads to an official investigation. Arthur son of Mes J Charles Tait Buglaha and Li bordé are named witnesses as the event unfolded during a dance. John Sutchen Jr of New York and his wife were guests dancing with Arthur when the altercation occurred.
The text suggests using olive oil mixed with air to aid digestion. It describes consuming a mixture for a minute or two before swallowing to reduce solids and improve digestibility. It mentions possible use of cream and oil as well as non mouth action feeding.
The Handley Schools will open for the 1921 23 session on September 12. Parents must present vaccination certificates and proof of freedom from contagious diseases. New Winchester residents may register at John Kerr building weekdays September 6 to 9. No county registrations before September 19.
Dr. Gregory of Roanoke, grand master of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Virginia, arrived last evening. J. P. Goodrich of Richmond, assistant grand secretary, is the guest of Mr and Mrs William Whisson on South Braddock Street. Other Grand Lodge officers are expected to reach Winchester tonight for a meeting and banquet honoring the grand master and visitors.
A farmer warns that Josh plans to pursue aviation and will need to show stricter care with machinery in repair on the farm. The exchange emphasizes prudent maintenance and safety in new ventures.
Disjointed dialogue fragments describe attracting attention and threats in Pennsylvania. The text references fear of fever, a doctor, and unspecified threats, but lacks clear events or full context to identify a coherent news item.
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