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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1920
Page
1
A mob of about 100 masked men seized three suspects from the county jail last Sunday, transporting them to a cemetery three blocks outside the city where they were hanged from an oak tree. The execution, illuminated by car headlights, was pre planned and completed within minutes. no mob members were identified.
Major W. H. Gill will inspect Company 4 tonight including clothing readiness and paperwork. The unit has passed a No. 1 inspection and all men are ordered to be present with no excuses accepted.
A wedding at Hill Top House on Bollivar Heights near Harpers Ferry W Va joined Jerome Kently an Oklahoma full blood Indian and Miss Margaret Grimes of Richmond Va a notable cross cultural marriage reported in brief.
Men's day program announced for Sunday December 12 at John Mann Methodist Episcopal Church. A spicy program will be rendered by the choir with special musical selections and a sermon at 11 a.m. by Pastor Rev Nicholas P C. Also found pair of gloves on Fairmont Ave call 224 Ww. 7 ip.
The First Baptist Church schedules divine worship with a sermon titled The Old Fashion Gospel at 11 a.m. A praise service and sermon The Man by the Wayside follow at 7 30 p.m. Sunday School begins at 9 45 a.m. Young Peoples Union meets at 6 30 p.m. All are invited to attend.
The Associated Press reports another drop in sugar prices with a cent decline in centrifugal sugar and a dive toward the lowest levels of the season, erasing earlier highs and signaling softer market conditions.
Advertisement announces a genuine rosewood piano with ivory keys and ornamental detailing. Price set at 38 dollars for a quick buyer, offered by SEAL'S.
Loudoun Times editor H. T. Harrison, with many local friends, is critically ill at his home near Leesburg. Report from his bedside states he has suffered a relapse and his condition is hopeless. Found pair of a man’s gloves at the pallet store.
President elect Harding met today with Charles Evans Hughes, the 1916 Republican nominee, to discuss policies and the proposed association of nations. The meeting signals Hughes may advise on multiple cabinet and program features for the incoming administration.
The Rev John H Parlett travels to Mount Solon Augusta county Virginia to resume pastoral duties at Mount Olive Church after recovering from rheumatism and a severe cold. The first quarterly meeting of the conference year is at Mount Olivet with Rev H L Wooddell presiding. A big revival begins Sunday and will run for more than a week.
Two good pianos priced at 185 and 148 dollars must be sold at once with Seal's offering quick purchase options for immediate buyers.
Rochester New York reports a steady apple market with barreled stock slower except Ben Davis shows speculative interest. Bulk apples are in demand with some sales of sound lots. shipments total 150 to 200 cars daily, including storage. Prices range from 3.75 to 6.00 per barrel or cwt for various grades and red varieties.
An outbreak of diphtheria forces Man nings and Mountain Mission in Jefferson county to shut down. Several deaths occur, tied to families that refused antitoxin. Wallace Ricamore, son of P M Ricamore of Berryville and World War I veteran, is named a second lieutenant in the Reserve.
Mayor Glass issued an executive order reinstating Patrolman Ernest Dove to the Winchester police force. Dove had been suspended weeks earlier for failing to arrest a speeding suspect, with reinstatement for a 30 day probationary period subject to City Council approval.
John Nix and Co. announce F A Beck will represent their interests in Winchester handling market prospects and prices. Call 981 Washington St New York for details and arrangements.
Nicholas Diana, once a choirboy known as the "song bird" of Chicago's Cardinella gang, was hanged at the county jail on his nineteenth birthday. He was the second gang member executed. leader Sam Cardinella also faces death. Diana sang one last time for his family and fellow prisoners per his mother’s request, performing Kipling's "Mother o' Mine."
Government and Western Union failed to settle out of court injunctions against Secretary Daniels. The DC Supreme Court gave the company until next Wednesday to file briefs and the government until December 20 to prepare replies. The dispute concerns cable work at Miami and connecting two other lines in the outer harbor.
Farmers in the Morgan Mill area formed a local union following Ralph Grigsby's appeal after returning from the Columbus convention. Clarke county now has six local unions since Boyce farmers began the movement three months ago. The article notes a nomination sent to the Senate for Charles E Harris to be postmaster at Boyce, Clarke county.
National guardsmen patrolled Staunton Virginia near the jail after Harry Hart a 22 year old Black man faced an alleged assault on a 17 year old white girl Miss Virginia Garber. The case previously hung on jury and Hart was rearrested after initial release.
An order placed at Seal's Music Store for Christmas delivery appears in the small ad. The note lists a single item and indicates timing concerns for holiday service.
In Christiania today December 10 the Nobel peace prizes for 1919 and 1920 were presented to Leon Bourgeois of France and Woodrow Wilson of the United States. A message from Wilson was read by Albert G. Schmedeman the American minister to Norway during the ceremony.
Voters approve a switch from the old councilmanic system to a five member commission to run city affairs. One commissioner serves as mayor, but the role is merged with the commission. Total votes 585 with 546 in favor and 139 against. Charlottesville embraces the modern method of municipal administration.
A brief local notice invites readers to visit the Golden Rule Bi Clase for an hour of activities described as enjoyable. It emphasizes a welcoming morning moment and a casual social setting at the venue.
Gertrude M Higging district nurse urges Winchester and Frederick County residents to buy tuberculosis stamps. The Anti Tuberculosis Association explains the need for regular chest exams, clinics, home treatment, and district nurse services to prevent TB spread. More clinics depend on stamp purchases and public support.
Fall River officials of the textile council were invited to a wage schedule conference by the cotton manufacturers' association. The meeting follows Boston reports that textile manufacturers deem a wage cut of 2.24 percent necessary.
Former servicemen in Winchester and Frederick county who served with the Eightieth Division Veterans Association have been mailed copies of the Eightieth Division Year Book from Pittsburgh headquarters. The November issue of Service magazine is joined with the volume, noting many local men served in the Three Hundred Seventeenth and Eighteenth Infantry and related artillery units. Capt. R. T. Barton and Capt. Thomas C. Barton are named as division company commanders.
Many farmers in northern Virginia are reported to be delaying the corn harvest awaiting better prices. J. H. Bell of Clarke County notes this December marks the first time in his career that no new corn has been shipped by December.
The Virginia Woolen Company intends to increase its operating force soon though no firm date was set. A resume of normal operations is expected to bring relief to current part time workers and those with little or no work for months, pleasing merchants and the community. The payroll in normal times is said to be the largest for this industry in the region. The mill has operated on a four day schedule since last summer due to weak business, but rising market prospects suggest an eventual upswing in operations.
Tonight at 8 P M the Pina Fore ensemble rehearses in Rouss Engine Hall inviting attendance from local audiences. The event promises a preview of the troupe’s forthcoming program and features a first look at new pieces.
Funeral services for Miss Fannie Wolfe the last family member were held at her West Piccadilly residence. The Rev A A Kelly of Grace Chathran Church conducted a plain service. Interment followed at Mount Hebron Cemetery with ten relatives serving as pallbearers.
NEW SHIPMENT OF ARMY GOODS ADVERTISED. THREE WONDERFUL BARGAINS OFFERED. COME IN AND LOOK. CONNER'S BARGAIN STORE AT 11 W WATER ST.
John Samuel Fahrney infant son of Mr and Mrs Dayton I Fahrney of Martinsburg West Virginia died yesterday at 442 North Main Street in this city. Funeral held today at 3 PM with burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Mrs Fahrney formerly Mrs Mary J Brown of this city.
1000 turkeys wanted with highest price paid. Wail ship from C V freight depot Monday and Tuesday. Call Bell phone 391 for J George Kremer's Meat Market. Ipf F Rabert.
City schools clerk declares rumor that students must study at home is false. Official plan since September shows grades 1 to 3 assign one subject per grade, grades 4 to 6 one subject, grades 7 to 12 one to three hours of work weekly with parent signoff and varies by pupil ability.
Mine M. Strickler county nurse and Miss McAy Colm Home Service Fury concluded a three day countywide program with the Junior Red Cross. The effort visited eight schools including Rock Enon School where lantern slides and entertainment explained home and abroad health work. Many children showed irregular attendance and some families admitted their children never attended school. An evening program was planned in the schoolhouse with Miss Strickler presenting lantern slides.
Graham B. Conner of Conner’s Bargain Store announces a special sale starting Saturday on all leather army shoes and dress shoes. A wide assortment will be offered at discounted prices with every pair guaranteed. Visit Conner’s Bargain Store at 11 West Water Street.
Delivers offer early six figure delivery from Winchester Virginia. SAM HAINES lists varieties including Delicious Staymons King David Sweet Paradise Albemarlen Flear Beauty Grimey Golden Yor r jals and more.
Advertisement lists Ford models built between 1912 and 1920 with prices ranging from 150 to 460 dollars. Brand name Chapman’s Auction appears as the seller or dealer.
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