John Thornley Ashby Clarke Native Dies at 67
John Thornley Ashby 67 a Clarke native died yesterday in Staunton Virginia hospital. He was born in Clarke county April 5 1879 and lived in Boyce his whole life. He is survived by two brothers George T and William C Ashby. Funeral services Friday at 2 from John H Enders Funeral Home Berryville with Rev George S Lightner officiating. Interment Green Hill Cemetery Berryville.
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John Thornley Ashby
Devoe
Staunton
George Ashby
Warren County
Mary Hughes Ashby
Clarke County
Boyce
George T
William C. Ashby
John H. Enders
Beryville
Geo. S. Lightner
Duncan Memorial Methodist Church
Green Hill Cemetery
Largest Mine Fine Proposed in UMW Strike History
Washington December 5 officials say a 3 500 000 fine imposed on the United Mine Workers by Judge T Alan Goldsorough would be the largest ever paid by a corporation or association if collected The possibility exists for further penalties as long as the strike lasts with daily rates and separate fines against individual members tied to contract clauses and field variations
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Washington
T. Alan Goldsorough
United Mine Workers
Justice Department
Kenesaw M. Landis
Standard Oil Company
Supreme Court
Goldsorough
UMW
Coal Mines Administration
Mining unions face monthly penalties in large-scale fines
Text notes that assessed penalties against all union members could total 12 to 24 million dollars per month. It states individual fines levied on mine owners support a medical fund run by the union, while fines imposed by the court are directed to the government.
Miners Face Financial Strain Amid Union Standoff
Union members refuse to return without orders from John L. Lewis and condemn return to injunctions. Local miners face fines and credit cuts as federal coal stoppage spreads. cities like Hamilton and Elkhart impose blackout and store closures while railroads and steel plants slash operations, affecting thousands of workers.
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John L. Lewis
Joe Rusko
Isabella
George J. Titler
UMW
Beckley
W. Va
God Help America
Lewis
R. A. Ruff
Crozer Coal and Coke Company
Elkhorn
Denver
Hamilton
Ohio
Ohio State Guards
Hamilton Armory
Elkhart
Ind
Emergency
Pennsylvania Railroad Today
H. D. Barber
Erie Railroad
Steel Companies
Republic Steel Corp
Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co
Youngstown
Christmas Lights to Brighten Winchester For Christmas
Winchester will decorate with a Christmas tree and Laurel strand lights as workers from Northern Virginia Power Company hang them in the business district. City Manager S Lee Grant says a suitable tree is sought for placement in front of the court. Starting Wednesday December 18 stores stay open until 9 p m through December 24 when shops close at 6 p m to aid Christmas shopping.
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Winchester
Northern Virginia Power Company
S. Lee Grant
Judge weighs trial date in Lewis contract battle
The court weighs when to hold the trial after both sides file papers. A temporary injunction blocks ending the government held coal mine contract. Contempt fines and possible prosecutions under the Smith Conally Act loom as Lewis faces a possible jail term if he defies the ruling.
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Lewis
Goldsborough
APL
Joseph A. Pad
Virginia officials brace as coal strike continues nationwide
Virginia government tightens limits amid power shortages as officials coordinate conservation measures. Governor Tuck praises the judiciary in the Lewis trial and urges state workers to extend hours if needed while Civilian Defense Council seeks new coal production and possible mine leases.
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John J. Howard
Richmond
General Anderson
The
Corporation Commission
Petersburg and Hopewell Gas Company
Lynchburg Gas Company
Roanoke Gas
Edwards
Reynolds Metals Company
Aather
Standard Paper Company
Virginia-Carolina Chemical Company
Solvay Process Company
Hopewell
Tuck
Civilian Defense Council
State Council of Defense
United Mine Workers Union
John L. Lewis
Washington
T. Alan Goldsbo H
Coal Production Varies Across Southwest Virginia Mines
Officials report several coal mines in Southwest Virginia are active and producing coal, ranging from 40 to 500 tons daily. The Virginia Electric and Power Company told the State Corporation Commission it can operate on the current basis for 42 to 45 days.
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Virginia
Virginia Electric and Power Company
State Corporation Commission
Spaid Involved in Clarke County Accident
A Clarke County report states Spaid was working with his father and three others when the accident happened. He received first aid from State Trooper Seale and was transported by Omps ambulance to Winchester hospital about 3 30 yesterday afternoon.
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Spaid
Seale
Omps
Winchester Hospital
Winchester Brown Bombers Wind Up Season On Sunday
The Winchester Brown Bombers finish their 1946 football season at 2 15 p m Sunday against the Alexandria Rams on the local gridiron. Coach Thurston Clevenger orders a final practice for tomorrow at 4 30 p m with a pep drill Sunday morning. The Rams are described as the final barrier in a northern Virginia championship bid. they include former college stars such as Charley Price. Johnnie Bland, recently discharged from the army, will strengthen the Bombers.
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Winchester Brown Bombers
Alexandria Rams
Thurston Clevenger
Brown Bombers
Northern Virginia
Charley Price
Johnnie Bland
Bland
Army
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OTM Sm Yarts
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Lionel
Miller’s
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Rockingham
Eac
North Kent St
Welly K. Hopkins
Padway
Hopkins
Anderson Electrical CO
Anderson
Clarke County News Service
RADIO
All Models Woods
Amherst St
Adam Far
Bell Cultues
Corrigan
RUG Cleaners
General Farm
Geo. Washington Garage
S & F Bargain Store
Capitol Theater
Cameron St
Winchester Furniture CO
South Loudoun St
Power Jeel Woopworking Shop
Ac-Dc
Virginia Loan & Thrift Corporation
N. Catheron St
Sefer Winter
Firestone Stores
N. Braddock St
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