Outlook Brighter in West Virginia Bulletin
AP reports Governor Robertson declares military law in six counties in West Virginia. Coal shortages trigger 10 percent cut in New England rail schedules from December 10. Fuel Administrator Garfield returns to Washington to oversee bituminous coal supply. Hines meets with the President. Nationwide fuel restrictions expand as rail service sees sweeping reductions to conserve coal. many industries face further curtailment.
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McAlester
Okla
Robertson
Pittsburgh
Latimer
LeFlore
Coal
Haskell
Olmulgee
Washington
Garfield
Williamstown
Magss
Ames
White House
Hines
Middle West
Chicago
New York
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Central
Western
Southwestern
Northwestern
Sunday Blue Law Protest Draws Citizen’s Critique
A Star letter criticizes City Council efforts to regulate Sabbath observance as an overreach, arguing morality comes from within and that Sunday rules should not be legislated. The writer recalls biblical and historical debates on sabbath, urging focus on wholesome weekly recreation rather than punitive bans.
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Nehemiah
Poll Tax Payment Reminder Before Election Day
Saturday is the last day to pay capitation or poll taxes to be eligible for the June and fall elections and all local issues. Citizens are urged to fulfill this civic duty by paying the head tax before tomorrow night.
Play r Piano Special Price at SEAL'S Ricca Player Piano
SEAL'S offers a special price on a Ricca player piano described as a beautiful instrument. The ad highlights a limited time deal and emphasizes the piano's aesthetic appeal and potential for home use.
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Ricca
Seal’s
Asleep at the Switch Class Morning Program
The Golden Rule Class will discuss Asleep at the Switch next Sunday at 9 30 Visitors welcome The program includes a 15 minute program with prayer service selections by orchestra a solo by Mr Wiles and a 10 minute talk by Pint Samsell on how far physical condition shapes spiritual attitude A 5 minute talk by Me inject Watchfulness and a discussion on Kasim Hot drinks followed by serving sandwiches from 1 00 to 1 00 p m
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Mr. Wiles
Mark
Pint Samsell
Cummings Hanged for Peters Murder in Maryland
In Marlboro Maryland George Cummings a colored man was executed by hanging in the jail yard after a lengthy statement proclaiming innocence. He was convicted of the murder of farmer George Peters near Bowie on August 7 and tied to an assault on Miss Catherine Peters who was shot ten times in a fierce encounter. The notice also reminds voters of December 6 poll tax payment for 1919 and earlier taxes for 1917 and 1918.
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Associated Press
UPPDR
Marlboro
George Cummings
George Peters
Bowie
Auest
Catherine Peters
WM. T. Barr
City Treas
Boy Scout Building Hours Announced for Parents and Scouts
Paul L. Massey, Assistant Scoutmaster, lists building hours for the Boy Scout Building. Weekdays are 4 31 3.80 to 5 30 pm and 7 30 to 10 pm. Sundays 2 30 to 5 30 pm and 8 30 to 10 pm. Saturdays 10 am to 12 noon, 2 30 to 5 80 pm, and 7 80 to 10 30 pm. Holidays follow Saturday times.
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Boy Scout
Paul L. Massey
Twelve splendid values on second hand upright pianos
Sealed sale offers twelve slightly used upright pianos. Bargain seekers can inspect the instruments for quality and value. Individual pianos vary in tone and condition, with prices publicly listed.
Timber and Apple Land for Sale Near Hay Field
On December 6 a sale at the Court House will offer the William H Smith farm totaling 183 acres near Hay Field two miles from the railroad. Seventy five acres are timber and the remaining land suits an apple orchard with a never failing spring near the Northwestern grade. sale bills describe terms.
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Court House
William H Smith
Hayfield
Mexican Shop Promotes Pottery and Baskets Selection
Local ads announce a shipment of pottery and baskets at Carver and McVicar offering a variety of items. A Maltese cat is missing with a reward for return to 386 National Ave. Contact details imply a small ad from April 1.
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Carver & M’vicar
Tost
National Ave
Everett upright piano for sale
Fine tone Everett upright piano in like new condition. Originally cost 475 dollars. Now offered at 265 dollars.
Liberty Bands Accepted at Seal's Music Store
Seal's Music Store offers Liberty Bands at full value to fund immediate sale of twelve used upright pianos. Special prices and terms to clear stock for remodeling.
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Seal’s Music Store
Apples Wanted and Public Auction Notice
Turkeys Gu quail chickens and eggs wanted. There will be a sale under the Woman's Auxiliary at the Park House on Saturday evening December 6 from 6 to 8. Sums 75 cents. Public invited. Also a special sale of 100 acres fine saw timber with 200000 feet. Water nearby for mill. Hansbrough Carter Insurance Loans Real Estate Winchester.
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Section 2
Woman's Auxiliary
Pari
W. Water St
Chean
Bnwer
Virginia State Cultural Society closes annual convention in Roanoke
The Virginia State Cultural Society wrapped up its annual convention in Roanoke after reelecting officers for the coming year. President Howard M. Hoge and others will return. Staunton’s invitation for next year’s meeting draws interest amid plans by the board.
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Virginia State Cultural Society
Roanoke
Howard M. Hoge
Lincoln
Loudoun County
William P. Massey
Winchester
T. W. Woollen
Crovet
Albemarle County
T. N. Thompson
Harrisonburg
William A. McComb
Staunton
E. P. Crockett
Monroe
C. P. ‘McCue
Green~wood
E. D. Nininger
3. S. Guerrant
Calloway
Virginia
Piedmont
Julius W. Richards
Opequon
Rome Beau‘ies
Boy Brothers
Roy E. Marshall
Exhibis
House
Senate
Alexandria
Norfolk
Richmond
Coal Confiscation Sparks Winchester Gas Supply Concern
The United States Railroad Administration seized two carloads of coal from Winchester Gas Company and diverted it to government use. The move follows discovery the company held a two week stock and prompts questions about future gas output and consumer supply. Coal dealer S L Laren also reported six cars seized after delivery to rail yards, signaling a broader nationwide shortage and no immediate relief in sight.
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United States Railroad Administration
Winchester Gas Company
S. L. Laren
Winchester
Noted Divine to Preach at Centenary and St Pauls
Rev. Charles E. Schaeffer D D of Philadelphia will preach morning and evening at Centenary Reformed Church and at St Pauls Stephenson in the afternoon. He is general secretary of Home Missions for the Reformed Church and oversees all home mission work in America. He previously led a large Readin Pennsylvania congregation and is regarded as a leading preacher of the day.
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Charles E. Schaeffer
Philadelphia
Centenary Reformed Church
St. Paul's
Stephenson
Schaeffer
The
Reformed Church
America
Immissions
Readini
C. E. Schaeffer
Organ Trade Scandal Shocks Britain
A murky organ trade drama unfolds in Britain with allegations of illicit activity surrounding organ donations and medical institutions. Officials probe involved hospitals and researchers as public concern grows over ethics and safety.
Defiman Air Pilots With Mexican Arik Defiman
Senators confer with Mr. Whason Bulletin in Washington about Mexican issues and war planes. German ships arriving at Mexican ports reported with hardware and drugs from Germany. President Wilson to meet Sens Fall and Ht. Mark to discuss the Mexican situation. Cabinet considers Mexican coal and other problems.
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Washington
Mexicas
Mexico
Mexican
Germany
Hamburg
Wilson
Senator Fall
New Mexico
Mark
City to spend large sums on planned city extensions
The city council approved four thousand five hundred dollars for an engineer to survey and plan city extensions. The project aims to extend city limits, plat future streets, assess water supply needs, and fund improvements over the coming years, potentially costing about half a million dollars and possibly requiring voter approval to borrow funds.
Paper and Board Co seeks hip wanted machine tenders
Help wanted advertisement from Halltown West Virginia seeks machine tenders back tenders and millwrights. Contact A L Montgomery Supt Paper and Board Co. Halltown WV for details.
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A. L. Montgomery
Supt. Paper and Board Co
Halltown
W. Va
Christmas Checks for Prompt Club Members at Bank
Bank announces Christmas Cash Club payments. Members who paid on time will receive checks Monday December by mail. Those not yet complete will get checks several days later. New enrolment opens after December 15 with weekly dues of 1.00 or 2.00.
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WAIE
Comeng Vrar
Shenardoah Valley Bank Seeks Deals on Hosiery Shipment
Local ad notes Shenandoah Valley National Bank receiving a shipment of men's woolen and cotton half hose priced from 15 to 5? per pair. The message promotes immediate purchase with emphasis on value and availability.
Christmas Savings Club Opens Enrollment in Shenandoah Valley
The 1919 Christmas Savings Club announces enrollment for new members at the Shenandoah Valley institution, offering classes and options to join one or more savings plans. Members will receive Christmas savings deposits mailed in December, with the program promoted by the Merchants and Bank of Winchester Virginia.
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Mers & Mercants
Aptional Bank
Winchester
Verginia
Shenan ‘Doah
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