Berryville Judge Whiting Opens Frederick County Court Term
Judge B Whiting of Berryville Va newly appointed to the Seventh Virginia circuit begins duties by convening the December term of Frederick County Circuit Court in Winchester. He qualified at Clarke County and took the oath, meeting local legal officials amid congratulations. The session includes the trial of H Eugene Ritter indicted for shooting his wife, with other smaller cases scheduled. Governor designated him also as judge of Winchester Corporation Court, succeeding long‑time vacancy and following precedent.
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Fr B. Whiting
Berryville
Stuart
Virginia
T. W. Harrison
Congress
Frederick County
Whiting
Clarke County
Winchester
H. Eugene Ritter
Blanche Ritter
Corporation Court
City of
Wiliam M. Atkinson
Jes Harrison
Tion
Railroads and government fight to test Adamson eight hour law
The Supreme Court hears the government and railroad interests in the Missouri Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad case challenging the Adamson eight hour law. Solicitor General Davis asks for a rapid decision noting danger from railroad workers demanding an eight hour day. Both sides agree to present full evidence to cover the entire controversy.
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Washington
Supreme Court of the
United States
John W. Davis
Department of Justice
Hook
Kansas City
Martinsburg Sees Fine Fire Fighter
The Martinsburg Evening Journal reports a splendid firemen parade featuring delegations from multiple companies and groups. The procession included Comrey's Concert Band led by Harry Webster and showcased various floats and fire equipment, highlighting the Charley Rouss Fire Company from Winchester and drivers like John Dunn.
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Martinsburg
W. V
Marade
Hese
Boy Scouts
Winchester
Hagenstown
Charlestown
Comrey
Harry Webster
Berkeley Springs
Charley Rouss Fire Company
John Dunn
Windfield Freed of Check Charge in Sharpsburg Case
Walter Winfield was cleared at a Sharpsburg hearing of a $5 bogus check charge that named him as payee. Investigators linked the crime to Claude Killian, Winfield’s brother in law, who used the alias Walter Winfield and fled toward Winchester before directing a horse to a Martinsburg toll gate. Virginia authorities seek Killian for a prison escape on forgery charges. capture is expected soon.
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Hagerstown
Walter Winfield
Winchester
Justice Blackford
Sharpsburg
J. William Ward
Clarence Bird
Winfield
Claude Killian
Killian
Liveryman Snavely
Shepherdstown
Tollgate
Martinsburg
Kiliian
Virginia
State Penitentiary
German Lines Extend Across Rumania In Front of Bucharest
Berlin reports Russian reinforcements bolster defense of Bucharest with attacks in the Carpathians. German and Austro German forces under Mackensen and Falkenhayn push to widen a semi circular line southwest of the city while Russians claim gains near Kirlibaba and along the Transylvanian front amid contested reports of captured guns.
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Berlin
Bucharest
Rumania
Carpathians
von Mackensen
Argeciu River
von Falkenhayn
Kirlibaba
Petrograd
War Office
Wheat and corn prices at Baltimore close
At the Baltimore wholesale markets this afternoon spot wheat stood at 1.69 dollars and corn at 0.99 dollars.
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Baltimore
Sarah Zane Fire Co to Meet Tonight at Hall
The Sarah Zane Fire Company will meet tonight at 7 o'clock in the hall to attend tabernacle services by order of the captain.
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Sarah Zane Fire Co
Hall
Tabernacle
Carranza Forces Enter Chihuahua City From South
El Paso December 4 Carranza Torces under General Murguia join General Osuna with 2000 men and General Trevino in Chihuahua City after Villa evacuated. Villa took eight artillery pieces and destroyed the rest. Carranza officials vow pursuit once forces concentrate. Villa rumored near San Andreas moving without fear. Soldiers say Villa controls the state and Carranzistas may not retake Chihuahua. Trainloads of supplies head south as Villa stripped the city of goods.
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EL Paso
Tex
Carranza Torces
Murguia
Chihuahua City
Osunna
Trevino
Villa
Carranza
Juarez
San Andreas
Chihuahua
Byrd Fathers New Law Firms From O Flaherty Fulton Byrd
Announcement in Richmond states the dissolution of the firm O Flaherty Fulton Byrd formed in 1912. Two new firms arise Byrd Fulton and Byrd and O Flaherty and O Flaherty with Thomas B Byrd joining Richard Evelyn Byrd and M J Fulton. Offices in Mutual Building 1105 1106 and eleventh floor.
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Richmond
O'Flaherty, Fulton & Byrd
New Laws
Byrd, Fulton and Byrd
O’flaherty and
O'Flaherty
D. Cc 'Flaherty
Wilmer L. Flaherty
Mutual
Richard Evelyn Byrd
House of Delegates
United States
Western District of
Virginia
Thomas B. ‘Byrd
M. J. Fulton
O’flsherty
O’miaherty
Christmas Savings Club Ad at The People's Bank
Stephens City Virginia closes week of December 18 for the Christmas Savings Club. The ad emphasizes reliable service and invites customers to open or continue accounts with The People's Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephens City
Virginia
Strosnider Edgerton marry in Goldsboro church
Dr C F Strosnider son of Mr and Mrs C W Strosnider of Strasburg wed Miss Nellie Clyde Edgerton daughter of Mr and Mrs James Bryant Edgerton of Goldsboro N C in St Pauls Methodist Church at Goldsboro on Wednesday They will reside in Goldsboro where Dr Strosnider is with the medical department of the Atlantic Coast Line Railway
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Charles F. Strosnider
C. W. Strosnider
Strasburg
Nellie Clyde Edgerton
James Bryant Edgerton
Goldsboro
N.C
St. Paul's Methodist Church
Strosnider
Medical Department
Atlantic Coast Line Railway
Thanksgiving Dinner Hosts Named Kiger Family
Mr and Mrs John A Kiger of Grimes entertained relatives and friends at a Thanksgiving dinner at their home. Among those present were Mr and Mrs C E Kiger sister Miss May Kiger and nephew Mr William Anderson. Howard Ferguson and child of Martinsburg WV arrived in town Saturday afternoon on a visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A.kiger
Grimes
C. E. Kiger
Miss May Kiger
Wiliam Anderson
Howard Ferguson and Child
Martinsburg
W. Va
Demonstration Showcases Queenstreet Truck Speed
In charge was Capt. John Seal with Mr Dunn and Mr E C Hottel from the same company presenting a demonstration on Queenstreet. The display highlighted the truck’s celerity and efficiency and drew great spectator approval.
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John Seal
Dunn
E. C. Hottel
Over Fifty Seek Peace At Altar In Winchester Revival
Rev Bridgers sermon on the unpardonable sin drew a large crowd at the tabernacle. Over fifty worshippers, many white haired, moved to the altar during the service. Madison Lodge No. 6 Odd Fellows, with 69 members, attended and were invited back.
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Tabernacle
Mr. Bridgers
Winchester
Shenandoah Valley Bank Opens Christmas Cash Club Enrollment
Shenandoah Valley National Bank invites customers to enroll in its Christmas Cash Club program. The offer provides savings incentives and festive rewards for participants during the holiday season.
Corporal Kauffman Visits Middleton Home in City
Corporal Daniel 4. Kauffman of Troop G Eleventh United States Cavalry, stationed with General Pershing in Mexico for eight months, is visiting Mr and Mrs P T Middleton at their city home.
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Daniel 4. Kauffman
Eleventh
United States Cavalry
General Pershing
Mexico
P. ™. Middleton
Congress Moves Into Final Lap of 64th Session
Washington dispatch reports the sixty fourth Congress beginning its final stretch toward oblivion at noon. Vice President Marshall and Speaker Champlark presided as gavels dropped signaling the last lap. House leaders Clark and Kitchen urged prompt floor action and routine calendar consideration without formal adjournment.
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Washington
Sixty-Fourth Congress
Senate
House
Marshall
Champlark
Capitol
Congress
Clark
Kitchen
Embargo debate stalls action on high cost of living
Washington dec 4 a bitter fight to curb high living costs began as rep Fitzgerald ny introduced a general embargo bill to stop exports while domestic prices stay high House and Senate supporters and opponents prepare for a costly fight Majority Leader Kitchin says action this session is unlikely noting exports are tied to natural demand and wages should rise to meet living costs The Christmas Cash Club enrollment is announced for Dec 16 at Shenandoah Valley National Bank.
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Washington
Congress
Fitzgerald
New York
House
Senate
Kitchin
Wingard Weds Virginia Girl In Altoona Ceremony
Miss Ethel Mabel Tindle and Frederick Roy Wingard married at St Luke's Protestant Episcopal Church Altoona. The couple will reside at 1613 Fourth Avenue Altoona after January. The bride is from Luray Virginia, now of Altoona. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. George R. Bishop. Witnesses included Chester B. Tindle and Behilda Walton. The couple plan time with relatives in Winchester then travel to eastern cities before settling in a new home in Altoona.
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John William Tindle
Altoona
Ethel Mabel Tindle
Frederick Roy Wingard
St . Luke’s Protestant Episcopal Church
Coupln
Behilda Walton
Chester B. Tindle
Wingard
Xmas Savings Club May Be Your Best Christmas Plan
The Commercial & Savings Bank invites Winchester residents to join a Xmas Savings Club with weekly payments of any amount. Participants can expect to receive their money with interest just before Christmas 1917. Full details available at the bank offering safety and service.
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Winchester
THE
Commercial & Savings
Unclaimed Letters at Winchester Post Office
List of unclaimed letters remaining for the week ending December 2 1916. Recipients must pay one cent per letter. Names include Snowden Anderson H B Barnhert Grace Baker L R Dallard Bill Deering G H Edwards C C Griffith Hampstead Kitts Massey Joe Moon Raymond Shade J W Sibert Postmaster.
Woodhull Baker Returns to University of Virginia
Mr. Woodhull Baker returns to the University of Virginia on Saturday afternoon after Thanksgiving holidays at home with his parents Mr. and Mrs. H. Baker on South Washington Street.
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Mr. Woodhull Baker
University of Virginia
H. Baker
South Washington Street
Winchester shoppers buoyed by early Christmas sales
The article notes war shortages affecting foreign goods and a rush of early shopping. Merchants report strong Saturday sales with the "Shop Early" slogan proving effective. Winchester aims to outpace prior seasons with a wide variety and competitive prices, encouraging locals to shop early and locally.
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Europe
Winchester
Christmas Savings Club Opens Membership in Winchester Bank
The Christmas Savings Club opens membership at Farmers and Merchants National Bank in Winchester Virginia on December 11 1916. The ad identifies the bank as the original organizer of the Christmas Savings Club in the Shenandoah Valley inviting locals to open accounts and join the savings program.
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Christmas Savings Club
Farmers and Merchants National Bank
Winchester, Va
Shenandoah Valley
Aptf
Colder Weather Predicted Across Regions This Week
Weather forecast from Washington indicates the Middle Atlantic area will be fair through Wednesday then unsettled with rain. Temperatures steady until Friday then notably cooler. South Atlantic and Gulf states expect fair weather with possible rain midweek, followed by colder conditions after Friday or Saturday.
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Middle Atlantic
South Atlantic
Gulf States
Winchester Banks Gorged With Cash
Banks in Winchester hold about 3.5 million dollars in deposits while Martinsburg leads with at least 2 million from three top institutions. The Charlestown Advocate notes big red apples credited for the cash surge.
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Winchester
Martinsburg
Charlestown
W. Va
Firefighters Call Meeting At Tabernacle Tonight
100 WANTED. Firemen's night at the tabernacle. Charley Rouse Fire Company urged to attend. Meeting set for 7.10 p.m. John Seal, Jr., President.
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Oda
Sor
the Tabernacle
Charley Rouse Fire Company
John Seal, JR
Solemn Service Held by Winchester Lodge Elks
The Winchester Lodge No. 867 and Protective Order of Pike held a solemn service for deceased members in the Bike building at Market and Water streets. Exalted Ruler W. Baker presided as Rev. W. D. Smith gave the opening prayer. Mrs. Grimm sang a solo with piano by Mrs. Fuller, and Clifton A. Woodrum of Roanoke delivered a praised address. Ivy leaves and notes were laid on graves at Mount Hebron Catholic Cemetery. Nineteen Yeobe members were initiated in Winchester about fourteen years ago.
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Winchester Lodge
Pike
Market and
Water Streets
Bers
W.baker
W. D. Smith
Christ Protestant Episcopal Church
Richard E. Grimm
H. D. Fuller
Clifton A. Woodrum
Roanoke
Woodrum
Corrow
Thie City
Foka
Mount Hebron
Hurl Himelright Attains Majority at Pleasant Party
A birthday celebration at Mr. and Mrs. William Himelright home in Mount Williams Va honors their son Hurl Himelright turning 21. Guests enjoyed games music and pie with many gifts. Attendees included Daisy Williams Florence Bucher Lena Williams and others plus C A Fauver Oliver Tevalt and more. The Literary and Debating Society discussed military training in schools with local students as speakers. Mr James Bucher plans to move to Winchester leaving neighbors recognizing his good standing.
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Mount Williams
William Himelright
Hurl Himelright
Himelright
Daisy Williams
Florence Bucher
Beulah Clowser
Lena Williams
Martha Moore
Ima Williams
C. A. Fauver
Oliver Tevalt
Turner Frye
Milton Williams
Noel Williams
Glynn Anderson
Esten
Lloyd
Clarence Williams
W.A. Orndorff
Leonard Williams
C. A. Cammer
O. L. Peer
America
Messia
T. H. Frye
T. A. Frye
J. B. Snapp
N. C. Williams
C. M. Snapp
Clifton Gough
Paul Good
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Ritter
Wire
Windfield
Baltimore Grain Markets
Sarah Zane Company
Thos. B. Byrd
Xmas Savings Club
the People’s Bank
Dr. C. F. Strosnider
Miss. Edgerton
Evangelist
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Pershing
Iptf
MR. Wingard
J. W. Bowles
Bank, “Safety and Service
Weather Bored
Logal “Lodge OF Elks
C. A. Woodruff
Reanocke
James Bucher
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