Gompers Dies at 85 Amid American Labor Obituary
Samuel Gompers longtime president of the American Federation of Labor died in San Antonio Texas after a long illness. He was attended by federation leaders and family and will be buried near Andrew Carnegie in Sleepy Hollow New York. Gompers guided labor during World War I and helped mobilize support for national preparedness and wartime unity.
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Tobin
San Antonio
Gompers
Albert Gompers
New York
Henry Gompers
Eehington
Samuel Gompers
Danaslerk
Department of Labor
Washington
Andrew Carnegie
New. York
American ‘Feedration of Labor
Sleepy Hollow Cemstery
Tarrytown
N. Y
Harry Moness
Andrey Carnegie
American Federation of Labor
United States
Sweden
Switzerland
America
Mr. Gompers
Germany
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German Federation of Trade Unions
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Federation
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Russia
Council of Workmen's and
Petrograd
American Alliance For Labor and Democracy
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President Pays Tribute To Samuel Gompers
President Coolidge sent a message to Mrs. Samuel Gompers expressing deep sympathy on her bereavement. The note lauds Mr. Gompers for shaping labor policy and his lifelong devotion to organized labor and the wage-earning cause.
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Samuel Gompers
Associated Press
Washington
President Coolidge
Gompers
Organized Labor
D Day Membership Drive and $100 Check Presented
The American Legion and Women's Auxiliary report a successful D day drive with many new Auxiliary members for R. V. Conrad Post and Capt. George B. Roszel to report totals to state HQ by 6 this evening. The joint meeting featured a surprise $100 Christmas gift from the Auxiliary to the Legion, praised by Col. Roszel, former Mayor Glass and Captain Wray, with refreshments served.
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George B. Roszel
R. V. Conrad Post
American Legion
Woman’s Auxiliary
Col. B. M. Roszel
Shenandoah Valley Academy
William W. Glass
Wray
Berryville
Seventh’ District
Legion Post
Austin White Kills A Lovely Grey Fox
A large and beautiful grey fox was killed near Abrams creek by Austin White of near Berryville while hunting in the area. He brought the fox to town intending to sell it if a high price could be obtained, with the fur described as exceptionally fine.
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Abrams Creek
Austin White
Berryville
Local ad notices and help wanted in early 20th century
Community notices advertise continuation of business at 13 1p-3t NAII CASH GROCERY with W A Buncutter Co and a book-keeper position at T J Cooper & Sons 13-1p-21. A holiday plea asks households to give servants the day off for Xmas at the George Washington Hotel. A prize giveaway and turkey promotion are listed for Colonial Theater 1p-11.
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J. M. Buncutter
Naii Cash Grocery
W. A. Buncutter & Co
T. J Cooper & Sons
George Ashington Hotel
Naval appropriations request boosts navy budget total
The House faces a navy budget package totaling 286 million dollars for the next fiscal year, up about 8.2 million from this year and below the broader modernization plan. The House subcommittee defended the Navy prestige against claims of rapid decline, saying no alarm is warranted.
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Associated Press
Washington
House
Centrally Located Property Bargain Sold By Bakers Shryock
A real bargain notices a centrally located property advertised by Baker and Shryock with details listed in the parcel reference 12-18-1p-21. The notice emphasizes value and property location.
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Baker & Shryock
Notice to Holders for The George W Kington Hotel
Notice to holders from The George W Kington Hotel Corporation. Timing specified between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. indicating selection or submission window. No further details provided in readable text.
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George W. Kington Hotel Corporation
Colored Folks Here In Need Not Neglected
A Red Cross appeal recounts a colored baby left by a mother who did not care. The father sought help at the local chapter and a foster family was found. The child thrived under care with ongoing reports to headquarters and a plea to double local subscriptions to support relief.
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Tomivviskes Babs
Red Cross
These
Brownlie Samsell Eeees
Mason
William M. Lupton
W. W. Dellinger
C, BH. Hoover
Miss Sowers
Sowers
America
Speculating on AFL Chief Replacement Names
Labor circles point to three executive council members as possible successors to Samuel Gompers as AFL president. William Green Matthew Woll and Thomas Ricketts are named with James Duncan possible, while Morrison calls for a council meeting to choose a provisional chief from among them.
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Samuel Gampers
American Federation of Ng
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Antonio
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Federation
Martin Ryan
Matthew Woll
Executive Council
Frank Morrison
Samuel Gompers
Gompote
Associated Press
New York
American Federation of Labor
William Green
United Mine Workers of America
International Photo-Engravers Uni
Thomas Ricketts
United Garment Workers
James Duncan
Granite Workers Union
Gompers
Morrison
American ‘Federation
Frank Orrigan
Ryee
Wanted Apartment Near Main Street With Garage
Classified notice seeks a well located heated apartment or a house with an attached garage. Payment terms described as easy. Respond via Star with reference L, 'M. 8 to convey interest and arrange terms.
Special for Xmas Electric Curling Irons On Sale
Christmas promotion at The People's Drug Co offers electric curling irons priced at $1.00 $1.25 and $1.60. Window displays highlight the discounted items.
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People’s Drug Co
Wanted two copies of The Star of NOY 10th
A brief classified item seeking two copies of The Star of NOY dated the 10th. The seller offers ten cents for each copy and instructs interested parties to bring them to the Star Office.
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Star of Noy
Star Office
Xmas Savings Club opens at Farmers & Merchants Bank
Winchester bank invites customers to join its fifteenth Xmas Club, promoting its nationwide first mover status in Xmas Clubs. H. D. Eller, vice president cashier, emphasizes prompt efficient service as the club operates through the season.
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Xmas Savings Club Farmers & Merchants National Bank
Winchester, Va
H. D. Ller
A Woman Who Sinned at Colonial Theatre
The Fiji Booking Office attraction A Woman Who Sinned arrives at the Colonial Theatre Monday. Starring Mae Busch Irene Rich Morgan Wallace and Rex Lease with Finis Fox directing producing and writing. No price increase announced for this screen triumph.
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Fiji
Colonial Theatre
Mae Busch
Irene Rich
Morgan Wallace
Rex Lease
Finis Fox
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Hudson Essex Best Dollar for Dollar Value on Market
Winchester Hudson Co. advertises best dollar for dollar value on the market with a concise sales claim. The short note references 1p-61-12-8 in its line, indicating catalog or listing identifiers.
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Winchester Hudson Co
Public sale of two brick houses on North Washington Street
Announcement for a public sale scheduled December 18 for two brick houses on North Washington Street. Notice appears with a reference to an advertisement and a four week display. Special event offers prizes at the Colonial Theater with live turkeys.
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Washington Street
Colonial Theater
Card of Thanks for Neasiness and Death of Our Deaion
We express deep gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness during illness and death of our dear one and mother. Thanks for the beautiful flowers and use of their ears. T. H. Ritter and children.
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T. H. Ritter
SUNTINT APPLES Christmas gift box promotion
Lost theft notice asks return of a package taken from a Woolworth Store near holly boxes. A reward is offered for information about the parties who stole two pair wheels and a 36 inch gauge axle from a clay pit car at a shale pit. Colonial Brick Corp.
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White Palace Restaurant
Woolworth
Holly
Colonial Brick Corp
Ad Correction in Star Overpriced Jacquette Listing
A typographical error in Yesterday's Star misquoted Jacquette at 10.00 in The Nathanson Co. ad. The correct price is 5.95 per unit. The correction notes the discrepancy and provides the accurate figure of 5.95.
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Nathanson Co
Chest Protectors for Ford Cars Offer Limited Time
Shenandoah Valley National Bank advertises chest protectors for Ford cars with a call to action emphasizing limited stock and urging customers to act quickly while supplies last.
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FORD
Shenandoah ' Valley National Bank
Wheat and corn prices rise on tentative European demand
The report notes advances in wheat and corn prices this week amid expectations of Europe importing large bushel quantities. Analysts cite speculative factors and trading activity as the market shifts with rising quotations and added volumes.
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Chicago
Europe
Colonial event awards prizes amid village teams
A fragmented line about a special live event at Colonial with team prizes. It mentions two village schools and a price of 16 dollars for front, with a reference to Star.
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