Rebekah Assembly Holds Shenandoah Valley Meeting
The Shenandoah Valley Rebekah Association held a Tuesday evening meeting in this city with large attendance from district lodges. Visitors numbered 105. Officers from the Grand Lodge of Virginia attended along with Miss Lyda Chapman who presided. The program featured multiple readings and musical renditions, with an invitation to next meet at Stephens City unanimously accepted.
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Shenandoah Valley
Rebekah Association
Independent
Order of Odd Fellows
Lyda Chapman
Sadie Evans
Edinburg
Mae Russell
Berryville
Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows of
Virginia
Claude B. Stickley
Vaucluse
Charles Co. Leap
Waynesboro
Virginia Bekah Association
Lillie Cunningham
Crescent Lodge
Stephens City
Lester Poshamus
Gordon McIinturff
Bessie Miller
Winchester Lodge
Cunningham
M. C. Vint
Front Royal
Mary Winefield
Dorothy Whipple
Clayton Youne
Kathryn Newcome
Quartette Rest Church
Hot Springs
Lynchburg
Lou Coffman
Orpha Lodge
Reading
Mary Wingfield
James Kline
Tiss Mildred Jones
Winchester
Stickley
Bessie Jones
Inchester
Effiempton
Bentonville
Crand
Fort Loudoun D A R Observes Anniversary
Fort Loudoun chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution marked its tenth anniversary with a program of music history and colonial architecture at the home of Mrs. Katherine Glass Greene. The event included a ceremony honoring Major Lawrence Butler's grave, preparations for a Washington bicentennial observance, and memorial trees planted as part of a national tree-planting effort.
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Fort Loudoun
Katherine Glass Greene
Daughters of the American Revolution
Washington
Winchester
George Washington
Frank B. Crawford
Susie Glass Strider
Lucy F. Kurtz
Virginia
American Tree Association
F. T. McFaden
Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church
Patrick Henry
George Mason
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
United States
H. H. Smith
Fredericksburg
Kenmore Association
Kenmore
Betty Wash
Engraved Plate and 100 Visiting Cards as Christmas Gift
A local printer promotes an engraved plate and 100 visiting cards as an ideal Christmas present. The Home Print Shop located at 211 S Main St offers contact via phone 983-M.
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S. Main St
British Commons approves tariff on fruits vegetables and flowers
London reports a government backed tariff on fresh fruits vegetables and flowers with a 50 percent duty slated on few items. Early crops notably potatoes from North Africa and the Canary Islands are the focus while Canada and other dominions gain full exemption.
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House of Commons
North Africa
Canary Islands
Liverpool
England
Virginia
Associated Press
London
Board of Trade
John Gilmour
Canada
Dominions
Sir John
Trading Turns Call Following An Early Rise
Pressure eased across financial markets in New York with some recovery and short covering amid bear market talk. Rails led a smart rally after liquidation, sterling cables steadied then rose, and call money moved up to 2 1 2 percent on the day.
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Associated Press
New York
Washington
Sterling Cables
Becomes Fatal Anti Freezing Drink Tragedy In Martinsburg
Charles H. Butts aged 23 is dead and Theodore Cloud 20 was near death after drinking anti freeze. Cloud and Butts allegedly sent an agent to fetch radiator alcohol but received antifreeze instead and shared the half gallon while shucking corn.
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Associated Press
Martinsburg
W. Va
Charles H. Butts
Theodore Cloud
Cloud
Butts
Barr's Studio Sarah Zane Fire Co Meeting Notice
Regular monthly meeting of Barr's Studio and Sarah Zane Fire Co. announced for Friday December 4 at 8 p.m. Business of important refreshments. Signed by Geo Barr Secretary.
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Sarah Zane Fire CO
GEO. Barr
Shop and mail early urged as Christmas rush nears
The Worcester postoffice urges residents to shop and mail early to avoid delays as Christmas volume rises about 200 percent. Postmaster Harry C. Stouffer warns parcels should be securely wrapped, fully prepaid, with complete addresses and a return card. avoid last minute mailing to ensure delivery by Christmas Day.
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Wochester
Marriage Proposal Sparks Baltimore Shootings
Grace Robert a 21 year old stenographer testified that a declined marriage proposal led to a shooting by Ezra Harrison 40 who was charged with the crime. Robert said she fled from Harrison near her Park Avenue home and that he shot her while she ran. Harrison denied the claim saying the girl shot him. Police discounted that assertion and warrants remained outstanding.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Grace Robert
Ezra H. Harrison
Harrison
Hanover
Park Avenue
Hoover To Speak On Washington Birthday
President Hoover accepted an invitation to address a joint session of Congress on Washington's birthday and then attend a parade in Alexandria Virginia.
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Hoover
Washington
Associated Press
Congress
George Washington
Alexandria
Coal Ad Promises Clean Heat With No Dust
Spilt W. B. Snider & Son advertises coal that heats without ash or clinkers and claims no dust in your cellar, urging customers to buy their product for a cleaner home.
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W. B. Snider & Son
Rouss Fire Co Monthly Meeting Notice
The Rouss Fire Company holds its regular meeting on Friday December 4 at 8 p m All members are requested to attend for important business. Lee M Lamp Captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee M. Lamp
Sheriff investigates phantom calls to National Republican Committee
Frederick county Sheriff Luther Pannett, a Democrat, complains of a $4.25 bill charged to his office phone for calls to the National Republican Committee. He suspects someone used his line at his crusade to the GOP, while he remains reticent about names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Pannett
Frederick County
Steenth
National Republican Committee
Central
Pannett
National Republics Committee
Heavy Trucks Collide On Northwestern Pike Near Gore
A coal truck from West Virginia bound for Winchester collided early this afternoon with an American Oil Company gasoline truck half a mile east of Gore on the Northwestern Pike. The coal truck was ruined but no one was seriously hurt. The coal truck operator is listed as Mr. Hottel of Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Mr. Hottel
Winchester
American Oil Company
Gore
Pike
Seals Sold At Moling and Cather's for Tuberculosis Fund
A notice appeals to readers to buy Christmas seals at Moling and Cather's store if their names were omitted from the sale lists. Seals support the fight against tuberculosis and are available at Christmas seal headquarters.
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Moling & Cather's
Moling and Cather’s
Bluegum jailed on two liquor charges in Stephens City
Ed Robinson known as Bluegum of Stephens City was arrested by State Officer Raymond Bayliss and Policeman Francis Funk after officers found him in a newly purchased car with a sleeping three year old child and about a gallon of liquor. He faces trial in county magistrate court with possible car confiscation and heavy fines if convicted.
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Ed. Robinson
Bluegum
Stephens City
Raymond Bayliss
Francis Funk
Robinson
Vaucluse
Valley Pike
Funk
Bayliss
A. J. Tavenner
Winchester
Cotton Fire Forces 80 Workers From Loft Building
Smoke from burning bales of cotton filled a five story loft on South Charles street Baltimore driving 80 workers 70 women into the street. Volunteers battled flames as firemen removed burning bales and extinguished the fire.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Charles Street
Baltimore Street
Norwegian Chemist Discovers Vitamin C and Production Method
Ottar Rygh of Upsala University announced the discovery of vitamin C and a production method. His wife Dr Angot Rygh was credited as co discoverer. Swedish medical experts praised the finding as a major scientific triumph with potential to nearly eradicate scurvy.
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Associated Press
Stockholm
Ottar Rygh
University of Upsala
Angot Rygh
Rygh
1931 Styles at 1916 Prices Offer Jewelry Savings
Hodgson and Brown advertise drastic reductions on diamonds watches jewelry and novelties. A small deposit reserves any article promising the lowest prices in fifteen years with emphasis on 1931 styles at 1916 prices.
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Hodgson & Brown
Friendship Fire Company Calls Regular Meeting This Thursday
Friendship Fire Company announces a regular meeting Thursday at 8 o'clock led by Captain Fred W. Forney. The notice promotes Christmas savings through the 1932 Christmas Club with Union Bank of Winchester and gift merchandise at Moling & Cather's, urging join now.
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Friendship Fire Company
Fred W.,forney
Union Bank of Eee
Union Bank of Winchester
Moling & Cather’s
Coal Industry Plan OK’d by Donovan on Consolidation
Colonel William J. Donovan told a coalition of coal operators that they may legally consolidate sales agencies and pursue mergers to rehabilitate the industry. The approval came after a 50-member meeting of operators from 10 states east of the Mississippi, with details kept guarded while emphasizing district sales agency consolidation.
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Associated Press
New York
William J. Donovan
United States Attorney
Donovan
Coolidge
Philip R. Fowle Announces Law Office Move
Philip R. Fowle announces the removal of his law office to 32 Rouss Avenue. The notice states the relocation and contact details for the firm.
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Philip R. Fowle
Rouss Avenue
Police Department Reports November Activities In City
Chief C W Hollis presented the November monthly police report noting 64 arrests for city ordinances and 18 for state laws. Six persons were held on out of town warrants, 128 lodged at headquarters, four women among them. Two stolen West Virginia cars recovered, five local cars stolen but recovered. No serious crime this month. Auto tags sold total 2215 this year. Department praised for order and harmony.
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C. W. Hollis
Police Department
West Virginia
Virginia fruit growers invited to Winchester convention
W. S. Campfield of Staunton, secretary of the Virginia State Horticultural Society, announced the society’s annual convention to be held at George Washington Hotel with meetings at the Colonial Theatre and exhibits at the Ebert Garage. He invited West Virginia growers to attend, noting a strong radio and ad campaign and a $15,000 annual budget.
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W. S. Campfield
Staunton
Virginia State Horticultural Society
George Washington Hotel
Colonial Theatre
Ebert Garage
Apple Belt
Campfield
Virginia Society
United States
Addi
Atlanta
Birmingham
Ala
Virginia
J. T. Henley
England
Alabama Senate contest under scrutiny over alleged election violations
Washington reports Senate election subcommittee chair Hastings questioned the Alabama result that sent John H. Bankhead to the Senate. The report cites widespread official violations, possible fraud, and $1,500 to $2,500 in excess campaign spending. He expects to seat Bankhead after hearings despite disputed points.
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Washington
Hastings
Senate
Alabama
John H. Bankhead
Delaware
Bankhead
J. Thomas Heflin
Grangers Hold Virginia State Grange Convention
The Virginia State Grange wraps up its fourth annual convention at the George Washington Hotel declaring tariff reform aims and praising the centennial plans. One hundred candidates are initiated through the sixth degree as state officers note the gathering’s success and broad representation.
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Virginia State Grange
George Washington Hotel
National Grange
Goaaeciarae
United Sites
Washington
Graingers
George W
Sol Bloom
Natonal
Federal of Education
Poscar
Danville
Point Nee
Grangers
J. R. Horsley
Fred Brenckman
L. J. Tabler
Columbus
Grange
Sale of Valuable County and City Realty
A 303 acre farm with limestone land and buildings west of Bartonville, a house and lot on Martinsburg Turnpike north of Winchester, and a city lot east of United Brethren Church on Fairfax Lane will be sold in front of the Court House on Saturday December 5 1931. See sale bills.
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Charles Most
Bartonville
Martinsburg Turnpike
Winchester
City of Winchester
United Brean Church
Fairfax Lane
Court House
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Army of the
Charleston
D. C
Great Britain
Commons
Man
Barr
Postoffice
Rouss Fire CO
N. W. Pike
Hollis
Police
Merrie
Christy
Mother
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West VA
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