10 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1919
Page
1
In Indianapolis the miners conference adjourned at 12 05 p m to resume at 1 30 p m amid President Wilson’s plan to end the soft coal strike. Acting President John L Lewis said he expected the miners to finish today with no comment otherwise.
Governor Sproul criticized the Wilson administration on Mexico and urged policies favoring better capital labor relations and restrained railroad reform. Mrs. Medill McCormick pledged women’s support for the party as the convention city vote and date were set for June 8 with Chicago and St. Louis contending.
Captain Ross Smith, the Australian aviator, arrived at Port Darwin from England today, claiming the £10,000 prize for the first aviator to fly to Australia.
An advertisement from H. R. Bryarly & Bro at 22 Rouss Avenue Winchester Virginia urges property owners to review fire insurance as values of buildings stocks and household furniture have doubled in four years and invites discussion.
100 acres of fine saw timber totaling 250000 feet offered for quick sale. Water is conveniently located for mill use. Attractive to buyers seeking cheap price. Hansbrough & Carter handle insurance loans and real estate.
New York stock trading opened with pressure on motors and related stocks including oils and steels. Major issues fell 2 to 7 points early, then recovered after noon as better-than-expected coal settlement hopes lifted sentiment. General Motors swung from a 3 point decline to a 2 1/2 point gain as large shipments noted.
In a Winchester police court, Sadie Nichols Haines was fined for involvement in a disturbance at a local rooming house. Her husband Ira Haines urged forgiveness and the couple reconciled, planning to renew their marriage and repair the past. The husband cited religious doctrine in the plea for mercy. The male waiter involved earned an $11.50 fine and left for Erie, Pennsylvania.
The Commercial and Savings Bank invites joiners to enroll in the Christmas Club with seven weekly classes 1e 2c 5c 25ce 50c $1 and $2.50. No fees fines or extras. Join as many clubs as you please.
Valley Union Chapel on Martinsburg pike hosts an Oyster Supper Friday night December 12 with gifts from Xmag on sale. Tickets run from 10 to 1 and 2 to 7.
Washington December 10. Senator McNary of Oregon urged renewal of the United States Sugar Equilization Board for another year to address the sugar shortage. Debates over responsibility for the shortage dominated proceedings as critics charged President Wilson with inaction on recommendations to buy Cuban sugar. Opponents from cane and beet sugar states resisted the bill.
Washington Dec 10 Production of oil in Mexico has nearly ceased due to decrees issued by President Carranza and the Mexican government's stance toward foreign oil companies. The claim came from a delegation of American oil men led by I. R Kellogg of New York, reported to Chairman Payne of the Shipping Board.
Western railroad yards clog with coal cars as residents burn furniture to avoid frostbite. H. H. Merrick, head of the Chicago Association of Commerce and the Mississippi Valley Association, reports the hardship before the Rivers and Harbors Congress. Lost gray wolf neckpiece offered for reward at Star Office.
Scout fundraiser advertises trees in all sizes with delivery across the city. Orders placed through any scout or at 101p-6t. Proceeds support local troop activities.
Golden & Company advertises buying turkeys at B and O railroad yards on the 15th to 17th next week. Highest cash price offered. For details contact Ashby Sprint at 74 W or C J Snapp at 257 W Winchester. Prompt contact urged before selling.
Mr and Mrs Henry F Seal of East Piccadilly Street welcome a son born last Sunday morning. The baby weighs 32 1/2 pounds and will be christened Henry Fitzhugh Seal Jr.
The Northern Virginia Power Company announces immediate curtailment under United States Fuel Administration rules. Non essential manufacturing may run at 50 percent or three days a week, with cold storage and food plants exempt. Winchester white way lights reduced to all night lamps. stores must darken windows. Max Poole, tied to Hagerstown Frederick Railway, explains enforcement.
J. S. Haldeman advertises buying turkeys at the highest price from December 13 to 20 at the Winchester Poultry Plant. Both phones listed for contact.
The Young People’s Society of Grace Lutheran Church will meet at 7:30 tonight at the home of Miss Grace Forney 14 South Washington Street.
Money for Christmas promotion invites joining the Commercial and Savings Bank avives club now with ten valued benefits. Also seeks rooming accommodations for Handley Schools teachers with or without meals, asking Vic. Clerk of Shenandoah Valley Bank for details.
J E Pingley sues the Board of Supervisors and the State Highway Commission under Virginia workmen’s compensation law. The accident on Apple Pie Ridge road allegedly caused the loss of sight in one eye, with the Industrial Commission of Virginia meeting in Winchester to review the case.
Potts Grocery Co promotes family shoes and rubbers with competitive pricing and a claim of offering the best goods. Shoppers are urged to compare prices before buying.
John P Sartelle Winchester business leader died suddenly from a brain hemorrhage last Sunday. His funeral was held at his South Main street home with Rev H G Spencer and Rev J W Beale delivering addresses, followed by services at Mount Hebron Cemetery. Relatives from several states attended.
The funeral for the late Hugh S Lupton will be held Friday at 2 o clock from his home near Clearbrook. Society of Friends members will conduct the services and burial follows at Hopewell Meeting House burial grounds in the county.
Notice announces an early bus from Winchester departing at 6 a m to connect with Southern trains at Strasburg. The message is signed H L Gruber.
Robert A. Widerman of Port Jervis New York filed in the District Supreme Court to compel Secretary Lansing to show cause why the states ratifying proclamation should not be voided. Justice Hit dismissed the petition stating the department’s assumption of six ratifications was proper. Widerman’s counsel indicated an appeal to the District Court of Appeals.
Fragmentary note states unloading is happening now and taking orders for immediate delivery. Mentions unclear identifiers SLi and LAREW. No further context or details available.
The illness of Wilbur Cather on Pughtown Pike is described as delicate after a year of illness and a recent return from the hospital with limited improvement. Relatives and friends remain concerned about his health.
Herman E. Weigand of Winchester died at City Hospital Martinsburg from a skull fracture after falling from a Baltimore and Ohio hand car on December 3. He was 22, survived by his wife Lillian Walker and two brothers. He served with Company F on the Mexican border and in World War I, and was a Trinity Episcopal Church member. Funeral Thursday at Trinity Episcopal Church. Interment Green Hill Cemetery. Remains to Kyle home at 442 East Burke Street.
The Commercial and Savings Bank announces a Christmas Savings Club inviting locals to join the new program. Seven attractive class options range from 1 cent to 2 dollars 50 cents per week, encouraging widespread participation.
New York reports a sharp rise in wood alcohol poisoning deaths since prohibition began. Chief medical examiner says three autopsies were positive for the poison, with 12 cases in October and a notable increase from pre prohibition levels. Also notes a lost small package from Standard Oil Co. to Ed W Dunker Martinsburg West Virginia with reward offered.
A local notices 100 Christmas trees available for selection at J Mack Noonan address offering a wide range for holiday decorating with emphasis on quantity and accessibility for shoppers.
Final efforts to prevent the deportation of Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman were made as their counsel sought permission from the Supreme Court to file appeals from a federal court in New York that dismissed habeas corpus. The court allowed filing papers and a government brief but did not indicate when it would act.
Cold wave and heavy rain hit the South and East with floods sweeping the region. Torrential rains gave way to freezing temperatures as towns from Atlanta to West Point faced isolation and property damage. fatalities were reported near Atlanta as cars plunged into Utoy Creek. Montana and northern Idaho suffered from severe cold and coal shortages.
Classified item listing demands turkeys geese chickens and eggs with contact hints for H. D. Albin and W. Picea plus a shoe sale at Little Joe's offering new ladies and children’s footwear at reasonable prices and inviting customers to visit.
English war veteran and writer Coningsby Dawson delivered a nearly two hour talk on Remaking the World at the Empire Theatre in Winchester. The sixth Handley lecture of the season drew sincere, continued applause. an extended review will appear in tomorrow's Star. next lecture planned for January.
Local shop lists new stock including fancy baskets small pottery pieces and children’s play toys. Carver and M&apos.Vicar provide items and display a varied selection for shoppers.
Help wanted for ditching tasks at Cath er located at 159 North Main Street. Apply in person at the business.
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