Debated Bond Issue for Roads Faces Public Scrutiny
J Brad Beverley of The Plains Virginia criticizes a December 28 House of Delegates hall debate on a state bond issue for roads. He argues opposition voters would be outmatched by pro bond push and biased press coverage, calling for tax funding to meet current needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Ath. News-Leader
Richmond Daily
House of Delegates
Richmond
Coeke
Caroline
J. Brad. Beverley
the Plains
Local Film Contest Ends Friday Night
The Star and Empire theater sponsor a Winchester contest for a film to be shot titled The Romance of Winchester. Local stars must fill roles while hundreds of ballots in the lobby vote for favorites. last day to vote is Friday night. Votes on Star coupons determine the leading player lineup and will be tallied by The Star station committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Film Company
Winchester
the Star
Empire Theater
Empire
Bandits Terrorize Tsing Tao. Ransom Demanded
In Pei Peeng Shantung province the bandits infesting Tsing Tao reject reconciliation efforts and abduct the chamber of commerce head who had approached them. They later demand a $500,000 ransom for his safe release.
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Pepeeng
China
Tsing Tao
Shantung
Chamber of Commerce
Catholics Form Guard Plans For Canadian Churches
Montreal officials from several Catholic orders unveiled elaborate plans to guard church properties against arson after multiple fires damaged or destroyed Catholic institutions across Canada in recent weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Montreal
Canada
Winchester firemen praised by Col. Whitside for Front Royal relief
Colonel W. W. Whitside of Fort Riley Kansas praises the Winchester firemen for their vital help in saving Front Royal from a $350000 blaze on November 21. He notes the drivers’ expertise and the heavy trucks surviving a 20 mile run over poor roads. The Whitsgides previously lived in Front Royal before moving to Fort Riley.
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W. W. Whitside
United States Army
Fort Riley
Kansas
Winchester
Front Royal
Colonel Whitside
Who Wants a Bookkeeper Address C C W Winchester Va
Job inquiry note seeking a bookkeeper through C C W at the City Hotel in Winchester Virginia. The ad hints at local employment needs and directs applicants to respond at that location.
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C. C.W
City Hotel
Winchester
Ipm
Brother of Winchester woman dies in rail wreck
Robert Lushbaugh a Chesapeake and Ohio locomotive fireman from Hinton West Virginia was killed when Eastbound train No 4 from Cincinnati to Washington struck a large rock at Gauley Fayette county West Virginia. Engineer Harvey Temple of Huntington was badly burned but expected to recover. A second report notes Lushbaugh survived by a widow and two children and by his mother and sister Mrs Ward. An amateur play by the Social Chair of the ere marines is listed with admission prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Laushbaugh
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
Hinton
W. Va
Associated Press
The
Star
Cincinnati
Washington
Gauley
Fayette County
Henry F.seal
Lushbaugh
Elizabeth Lushbaugh
Winchester
Hilton
Harvey Temple
Huntington
Clifton Forge
Ere Marines
Thieves raid home of Clarence H. Hardy in broad daylight
Police report progress identifying a gang after a Sunday burglary at the Hardy residence on South Brundock Street. Jewelry, money and other valuables worth several hundred dollars were taken while Mrs. Hardy and nurse Maude Barr were away at church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence
Mrs. Hardy
Miss Barr
Mr. Hardy
Ardy
Tye
Gift of Charity for Christmas Seals Encouraged
A call to reader generosity urges giving to Christmas Seals by sacrificing daily luxuries. It stresses selflessness and asks people to buy seals today to aid service and humanitarian work.
Jury Deadlocked in Adams Medical Case
A five member Corporation Court jury reported an inability to reach a verdict in the Commonwealth v R W Adams case. The jury stood three for acquittal and two for conviction over charges of practicing medicine without license and without Board approval. The judge ordered a 45 minute recess and directed continued deliberations.
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Corporation Court
Ze R. Theis
Commonwealth
R. W
R. Adam
Chiro
State Board of Real Examiners
Foreman Theis
C. E. Supinger
J. D. Price
Oscar H. Lewis
C. W. Ritter
Whiting
James P. Reardon
R. N
Winchester Bar
A. T. Holmes
Lacrosse
Wis
Col
Samuel L. Adams
South
Boston
Virginia
Adams
Gangsters in Norris Murder Sentenced to Pen
Three alleged accessories in the Norris murder case received prison terms from Chief Judge Gorter. Benney Lewis 10 years for receiving payroll loot knowing it was stolen. John Novak 3 years for being an accessory after the murder. Heard was an accessory before the murder for loaning his car to the gang.
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Norris
Associated Press
BIAL/TEIMORE
Gorter
Lewis
Heard
Novak
Walter Socolow
Jack Hart
Fire Rips Sutton Business District Causing Large Loss
A blaze in Sutton West Virginia destroyed fourteen buildings and damaged seven others in the town’s business district. The fire began in a restaurant and caused an estimated loss of about $100,000 with most of the district burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Sutton
Carsee Im
Frederick County Spends About 600 on November Election
Frederick County reports election costs of about 600 dollars for the fall election covering salaries of judges clerks and commissioners ballot and book handling and printing plus Electoral Board expenses. The board also seeks full Virginia state road aid funds for 1923 allocating 750 to Stephens City 1200 to the Stephenson road and any balance to be decided later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick County
United States
Congress
Board of Supervisors
Electoral Board
Maryland
Frederick Tola
Baltimore
H. B. Kline
W. E. Smith
Scott
Grant
John Myers
F. D. Good
Virginia State Road Aid Department
Stephens City
Stephenson
M. L. Lockhart
John Massey
Massey
Frank Bane
Rebels seize Ballymakeera barracks in Cork clash
Irish rebels attacked the Ballymakeera barracks near Macroom, killing one and wounding fifteen as deputies in Dublin were sworn in. Rebels captured about nine prisoners after hours of fighting and released them after taking equipment. A bomb exploded near a military car in Cork, injuring two men and two women.
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Associated Press
Cork
Ireland
Ballymakeera
Macroom
Irish Free State
Dublin
7 P. C. Investment Offers Safe Securities
Hansbrough and Carter of Winchester Virginia promote 7 P C Investment as absolutely safe securities issued in blocks of 100 dollars or more. They advertise non taxable status and prompt interest payments along with services in insurance loans and real estate.
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Hansbrough & Carter
Winchester
Plans Shaped for Reopening of Old Church
Work near completion for the reopening of Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church next Sunday. The historic building, a noted mid 19th century Corinthian church, has been beautified with new chancel furnishings, carpet, heating, and modern updates, aiming to be more spacious and inviting.
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Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Market Street
Steet Club
Itr
Friendship Fire Co. Meeting Planned for December 7
Regular meeting of Friendship Fire Co. set for Thursday evening December 7 at 8 oclock. Important company business will be discussed. G. R. Haines, Secy.
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Friendship Fire Co
Shawnee Tribe to Hold January Powwow and Bazaar
The Shawnee Tribe No. 2, Improved Order of Red Men votes to stage an old-time supper and bazar starting January 17 with plans for a large event in cooperation with Minnehaha Council Daughters of Pocahontas and nearby tribes invited. The tribe’s restored membership after wartime dues issues has boosted activity as many old and new members attend weekly meetings.
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Minnehaha Council
Daughters of
Pocahontas
Lincoln Car Highlighted as Great Christmas Gift
A Lincoln car is pitched as an ideal Christmas present by Chapman’s Auto Sales, emphasizing its appeal as a seasonal wish item.
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Chapman
Eight-room residence and large lot for sale in Handley area
The No. 1010 South Main property near Handley Schools will be sold in front of the Court House on Saturday December 16. A sale bill appears on page six.
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South Main
Handley Schools
Court House
Radio concert tonight at Northern Va Power Co
Radio concert event announced for eight thirty this evening at Northern Virginia Power Company venue with details limited to time and location.
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Northern Va
Pear tree yields three Bartlett crops in a single year
In Bellingham Washington on December 6, Dr John A West harvested three crops of Bartlett pears from one tree in Deming. The first crop ripened in September the second in July and the third in September indicating a prolific and well formed tree despite odd harvest timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellingham
Wash
John A. West
Deming
Court orders wife to give up children in divorce suit
A court granted Gil Silvious permission to file an answer and bill for divorce from Margaret R. Silvious. It directed temporary custody of the five minors to Mrs Elizabeth Bake, with strict orders not to interfere. An injunction set a $150 bond and scheduled a December term hearing to decide long term custody and actions.
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Corporation Court
Gil Silvious
Margaret R. Silvious
Wasgran Court
Dmvibeth Bake
Silvious
Samia
Silvious Agal
Show at Boyce Friday Evening
Preparations are nearly complete for a Friday evening show at the Parish House in Clarke County. The Clarke County Team will perform with a local talent program expected to attract a large crowd. Supper and refreshments will be served at low prices, and a 25 cent admission will help cover last season’s baseball team costs.
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Clarke County
Marriage Announcement for Migs Ida Everett and Robert R Jenkins
Announcement of the marriage between Migs Ida Everett and Robert R Jenkins a local steam pipe fitter formerly of Madison county Vai. The ceremony was Monday conducted by Rev V Mark Depp at Market Methodist Episcopal. The bride is a native of W Va and has lived in the city for years. They will reside at 402 Kent Street in an attractively furnished home with many friends wishing them happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Migs Ida
Everett
Robert R. Jenkins
Merly
Madison County
Vai
Mark Depp
Market Methodist Episcopal
W. Va
Jenkins
Kent Street
Rouss Oyster Supper Menu Delivers to All Areas
The menu lists fried oysters stewed oysters and old Virginia ham with guineay state salad cold slaw celery and home made pickles plus crackers and rolls. A hot chocolate offer is 75 cents and suppers are delivered to all parts of the city with dancing from 8 pm to midnight.
Spelling Match Postponed at Centenary Reformed Church
A spelling bee scheduled for Tuesday evening at Centenary Reformed Church was postponed due to a small crowd and other events on the same night. A new date will be announced in due time.
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Centenary Reformed Church
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Marshall McCauley
Frank Woodward
Roy Cather
Wilbur Riley
Don Nixdorf
Hoye Riley
Susan Reid Williams
Stuart
Rosalie Cox
Katherine Barnett
Marie Johnson
Zelma Carper
Mma Howard
Wight
A. M. Baker
H. D Fuller
F. L. Buckley
John Stuart
R. Lee Grant
L.M. ‘Welton
Mayor Glass
H. D. Fuller
Walter Chim
William Jenkins
Harry J., Rush
Joe Reid
Hunter Carver
Margaret White
Raymond Shanholtz
Maurice Shanholtz
Kathleen Shiner
George Smith
Col. Whitside
H. F. Seal
Montgomery
Temple Scalded
New River
Mid City
Benney Lewis
George E. Heard
John Novak
Goodyear Tires
MID City Garage
P. C. Investment
Market Street Methodist Episcopal Congregation
G. R. Haines
Sec’y
Lincoln
WIN
Orchard Supply CO
Sptt
Gilbert
R. Sullivan
Bill
Boyce
Baker’s Drug Store
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