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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1936

Page

2

Babson Sees 1936 Christmas as merrier than 1927

Babson argues the 1936 Christmas will be the merriest since 1927 28, citing cycles of ups and downs and urging individuals to build private thrift plans amid debates over Social Security. He warns against overreliance on public measures and notes business is normal and 14 percent above last year.

Roger W. Babson Babson Park Mass America United States Canada Townsend

Lake Tomahawk State Camp rehabilitates tuberculosis patients

In Wisconsin north woods the Lake Tomahawk camp trains convalescents to harden in and proof the cure. Patients start with an hour daily housekeeping work, then increase to five to eight hours in landscaping farming carpentry and road building. Sixty six percent report ongoing work after returning to health. Christmas Seal funds support these rehabilitation programs nationwide.

North Woods Wisconsin Lake Tomahawk

Bungalow Burns At Sunnyside Without Occupants

About 1:30 yesterday morning a three room bungalow owned by Edgar Fields of National Fruit Product Company burned despite firemen efforts. Fields and his family were away in Culpeper. the blaze was seen by Clint McCarty and Herbert Williamson of the Virginia Woolen Mill, delaying containment.

Winchester Sunnyside Edgar Fields National Fruit Product Company Fields Culpeper Clint McCarty Herbert Williamson Virginia Woolen Mill

Plan Now For Holiday Singing

Plan Now For Holiday Singing Everybody's Song Book carries old songs with words and music. The music is edited by noted musicians and in voice friendly keys. Includes how each song was written and the circumstances. 6x9 inch 144 page booklet. Durable three color cover. Enclose 20 cents by coupon.

Washington Information Bureau

Enclose Here With Twenty Cents for Song Book

A reader offers twenty cents in coin, wrapped, to obtain a copy of Everybody's Song Book. The brief notice solicits responses or contact from the seller or publisher.

Overseas apple supplies rise next week on British markets

Deciduous fruit prices on British markets edged higher with general gains except boxed apples steady or lower at Liverpool. Canadian apples form bulk imports while demand favors best, colored fruit. Imports expected to rise next week, with about 313000 bushels forecast. London prices show best apples at about 2.30 a bushel and pears near 3.20 a box.

Fred A. Motz London Liverpool United States U. S Virginia York Imperial Nova Scotia California Newtown Oregon Washington Newtown Wonder Bramley

Major Stafford Visits Company Headquarters Three Battalion

Major Stafford of the Signal Corps United States Army and instructor for the 29th Division paid an official visit of instruction to Headquarters Company Third Battalion 116th Infantry last night. He will visit again in about two months.

Stafford Signal Corps United States Army 116Th Infantry

Special Radio Program On Child Growth Begins Oct 21 1936

The National Congress of Parents and Teachers with the American Academy of Pediatrics and NBC presents thirty Wednesday talks on child growth and development from 4:00 to 4:30 PM EST on the NBC WJZ Blue Network. Speakers are leading pediatric investigators nationwide.

National Congress of Parents and Teachers American Academy of Pediatrics National Broadcasting Company United States

Hensell Rites Held for Harmon W. Hensell

Funeral services for Harmon W. Hensell of Grimes were held at the Methodist Church in White Hall with Rev. F. B. Sapp officiating. Burial followed in a nearby cemetery. A large crowd attended the service. Pallbearers were H. B. Taylor Isaiah Kerns Arthur Orndorff Ben Hubbard Wesley Webber and Ellis Randall.

Harmon W. Hensell Grimes Methodist White Hall F. B. Sapp H. B. Taylor Isaiah Kerns Arthur Orndorff Ben Hubbard Wesley Webber Ellis Randall

Real Estate Transfers in Frederick County Clerk Records

Transfers show W Mack Dehaven et ux to Northern Virginia Power Company for right of way with nominal consideration. E Clay Rogers et ux to Northern Virginia Power Company ptlgoenatn nominal. Beler G Baker et ux to right of way nominal. George W Hiett to Grover Co Hiett 91 acres west of Martinsburg turnpike at Stephenson nominal. Howard Luttrell et ux to Charles E Sewell lot west of Route 7 3.12 miles from Winchester nominal. Lillie L Crum to Clarence A Robinson Jr 18 acres in Opequ a District nominal. E E Triplett et ux to Charles R Johnson 12 acres on Hampshire county line nominal. H J Berry et ux to C S Modena 100 acres on Timber Ridge nominal.

Frederick County W. Mack Dehaven Northern Virginia Power Company E. Clay Rogers Ptlgoenatn Beler G. Baker George W. Hiett Grover Co. Hiett Martinsburg Stephenson Howard Luttrell Charles E. Sewell Virginia Winchester Lillie L. Crum Clarence A. Robinson, Jr Opequa E. E. Triplett Charles R. Johnson Hampshire County W. Va H. J. Berry C. S. Modena Timber Ridge

Jefferson man jailed over missing apple pie

William Logan 288 of Geneva Ohio pleaded guilty to assault and battery after returning home to find no apple pie and ordering his wife to bake one. He was sentenced to 60 days in jail by Justice C D Adams.

Jefferson William Logan Geneva Logan Justice of the Peace C. D. Adams

Governor Peery Sets December 15 Special Virginia Session

Governor Peery will call a special session of the Virginia General Assembly on December 15 to consider unemployment insurance and uncontested matters. A majority in both houses supported the plan, with 56 delegates and 13 senators reportedly for the session as of press time. The aim is to pass an unemployment insurance bill and limit other action to non-controversial issues.

Peery General Assembly Richmond George C. Peery Virginia General Assembly Associated Press House Senate William R. Shands Division of Drafting and Legislative Research Washington Charles W. Crowder Virginia Assembly

Trustee's Sale of Thomas Ramsey Property

By deed of trust dated Feb 11 1926 and another dated Dec 21 1931 the holder orders sale of 668 North Main Winchester Va. at 12 pm on Dec 12 1936. The property fronts 38 ft and extends 182 ft to an alley, a two story eight room pebble dash house. Terms: one third cash, balance in two annual installments secured by deed of trust and fire policy. M M Lynch trustee. Duvall Dunn auctioneers. 11 14 21 28 12 5 4t

Thomas Ramsey City of Winchester Court House Winchester Virginia M. M. Lynch Duvall & Dunn

Beaverbrook starts move to place Duke of York on British throne

Lord Beaverbrook launches a campaign to install the Duke of York as king amid the British government crisis over King Edward's friendship with Wallis Warfield Simpson. Beaverbrook's return to England follows U S press coverage alarming authorities.

Great Britain Lord Beaverbrook Duke of York King Edward Britain Wallis Warfield Simpson England United States Simpson

Newlin Fined for Auto Accident Near Oates Home

Henry Newlin of Bunker Hill West Virginia was fined 20 dollars and costs in Police Court for leaving the scene of an accident. State Officer R E Bayliss said his car struck A C Oates parked in front of the Oates residence on North Loudoun Street causing slight damage.

Henry Newlin Frederick County Bunker Hill W. Va R. E. Bayliss Newlin A. C. Oates Oates North Loudoun Street

Economic Royal Stirs Changes as Prosperity Expands

The statement notes that shifts in wealth provoke changing conditions as prosperity grows, implying a linked dynamic between individual success and broader economic effects. The remark suggests ongoing cycles of gain and resultant policy or social responses.

Public Sale of Isaac Patton Real Estate in Winchester

Special Commissioners announce a public auction of Isaac Patton property in Winchester Virginia on December 19 1936 at 11 oclock A M The parcels include a corner lot with store and apartment building a 572 North Loudoun Street residence and a No 29 Gibbon Street frame dwelling Terms: one third cash and balance in two annual installments with 6 percent bonds and insurance. Clark M Smith clerk.

Howard L. Patton George W. Patton Corporation Court Winchester Virginia Isaac Patton North Loudoun and Gibbon Streets A. R. Patton North Loudoun Street Gibbon Street W. E. Edwards Clark M. Smith City of

Gleam 4-H Club Plans and Winter Activities

December meeting at Gore School with 29 members. Officers installed. plans set for county council in Winchester December 12 and January executive committee. Upcoming demonstrations include towel folding, garden cleanup, soil prep, and poultry care during winter.

Gore School Elizabeth Farrar Ethel Fisher Vada Michael County Council Winchester Lyda Cooper Helen Hook Mary Virginia Johnson Margueriate Constable Alonzo Fox Adrian Morrison

Death of 11 year old Harry J McAboy Jr Brucetown Va

The death of Harry J McAboy Jr, 11, son of Mr and Mrs H J McAboy of Brucetown Virginia, leaves the community sorrowful. A general favorite in church and school he will be missed by family friends and neighbors with many floral tributes and a large gathering honoring his memory.

Harry J. McAboy H. J. McAboy Brucetown Harry

Estate of I H Zinn Claims Notice

Notice to all creditors to present claims against the estate of I H Zinn. J L Jolliffe announces the matter and invites settlement at once from interested parties. Location given as Clearbrook Virginia with date 11 30.

I. H. Zinn J. L. Jolliffe Clearbrook

Progresso Italo Americano Grabs a Rush Hour Newspaper

In a crowded Times Square subway scene Bill Murphy fights through a sea of riders to snag a newspaper. He pockets the paper and escapes onto the local train, laughing as he reads Progresso Italo Americano, which he finds incomprehensible to him.

Times Square Cro Thetform Bill Murphy Bill Progresso Italo- Americano

Stolen 1927 Chevrolet Gray Car Belongs to G. E. Madigan

Police notified that G. E. Madigan of Stephens City reported his 1927 gray Chevrolet with Virginia license 230-819 stolen near the Palace Theatre. Cleveland Madigan, the owner’s son, filed the report and police are trying to recover the vehicle.

G. E. Madigan Stephens City Cleveland Madigan Palace Theatre Virginia

Bicycle stolen from 660 North Loudoun street

Kenneth Sargent reports his bicycle was stolen from in front of his home on Thursday night. The bike has a damaged front wheel with two missing spokes and a bent front wheel.

Kenneth Sargent Loudoun Street

Christmas Present Greensville D C Man Seeks 15 Day Jail

A man entered the sheriff’s office asking for about 15 days in jail to sober up for Christmas. Magistrate Bates Aiken granted a 15 day sentence.

Greensville D. C Bates Aiken

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Babson The Winchester Evening Star Washington, D. C Maj. Stafford Hensell Corpus Christi Tex L. H. Ensley Dallas Gulf Central Press Dei Gleam 4-H 4-H Club Council Harry McAboy, Jr Shea Philco Firestone Nad Firestone Auto Supply and Service Stores Loudoun Linen Firenone Mee Coe HG Hed Hamat Omps’ Funeral Home Parlett’s Funeral Home N. Brad Evening Star Hillyard Wall Paper and Paint CO Ila Goodrich Compact Goodrich Batteries Road Service Cammer Tire CO Braddock & Boscawen St Hamburger’s N. Main Street H. W. Ebert Braddock Amherst Sts Winchester, Va Endicott Keystone Shoe Store Cook’s Service Garage Valley Pike Pine Motor CO. Brad Cecil Sts Miller & Anderson Boscawen St O. K Plymouth Packard Con. C W. B Shenandoah Motor Co., Inc
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