Kremer Stricken En Route Home In City Pioneer Dies
George W. Kremer, veteran cigar maker, trial justice, and longtime Republican leader, collapses at his doorway and dies of heart failure. He was 73 or 74, left a large family, and had most recently run a meat market and grocery in the Valley. Funeral Thursday at 2:30 p.m. from Luther Kremer's home, Mount Hebron Cemetery burial.
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Son’s Place
Kremer
Luther Kremer
South
Loudoun Street
Police Court
Police Justice
Republican Party
Charley Rouss Fire Company
Old Union Fire Company
Jail Overcrowding Pushes Prisoners To Other Jails
Winchester jail remains at capacity as seven more prisoners are sent to serve terms. Seven inmates go to the State Farm and the Orndorff family is released from the jail. Even after departures the Winchester jail is full and a white woman is moved to Berryville jail for a three month term and fine. Alexandria also faces crowding and begins accepting fines in installments to avoid new commitments.
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Winchester
State Farm
Orndorff
Berryville
Alexandria
Combination Game Boards From Bargain Store
Carrom and Crokinole style boards offered among 55 games priced at 4.79 each. Bargain Store advertises a wide selection with affordable hobby items for shoppers.
Moling and Cather Promote B and C Bread Gifts
Moling and Cather advertise special values on B. and C. Bread with useful gifts. The notices tout money saving food satisfaction and gifts available for shoppers.
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Moling & Cather
Jones Corporation assets bid to reopen Woolen Mills
Stockholders committee backed by Commercial and Savings Bank and Farmers Merchants National Bank files a cash bid for the Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mills unit machinery and assets after bankruptcy ruling by Judge Henry C. Mc Dowell. The report from appraisers to Edward C. Martz arrives. bid under review this week with potential reopening and rehiring.
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Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mills Corporation
Henry C. McDowell
United States District Court
Edward C. Martz
Harrisonburg
Commercial and Savings Bank
Farmers and Merchants National Bank and Trust Company
Jones Corporation
Martz
Market Feels Weight of Heavy Commodity Prices
New York stock market suffers under high commodity costs with initial gains evaporating as oil and misc issues pull down durable stocks. By early afternoon many leaders down two to five points to fresh lows amid moderate volume and lower call money at 2 percent.
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Associated Press
New York
Holly Wreaths Loose Holly at The Flower Shop
A brief notice from The Flower Shop reports loose holly arranged into wreaths for the holiday season. No injuries or prices listed. Local storefront item for decorative greenery and seasonal sales.
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Loose Holly
Motorist Shot as He Refuses Military Order Near Schoolfield
In Danville Virginia a motorist Lockwood Pickett of Forrests Hills North Carolina was shot and wounded by National Guardsmen after refusing to halt while guarding dynamite shipments near the Schoolfield textile strike area. Authorities found 60 gallons of whiskey in his car and Col H L Opie ordered an investigation into the shooting. A woman identified as Virgie Hobby of Durham North Carolina was with Pickett at the time.
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Associated Press
Danville
Schoolfield
Lockwood Pickett
Forrests Hills
N. C
Pickett
Col. H. L. Opie
One Hundred and Sixteenth Infantry
Durham
Federal Agents Seize Narcotics Worth Million
Federal agents reported the largest U S seizure of narcotics ever made in the country. They seized 1 090 pounds on the Alesia in New York harbor with a market value above 1 000 000 dollars. Importers were shipped from Turkey hidden in fur cases from Constantinople. Announcement credited to Assistant Secretary Lowman citing customs and narcotics bureau cooperation.
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Wasshington
Treasury
New York
Turkey
Constantinople
Lowman
Customs and Narcotics Bureaus
Conferees OK 116 Million Emergency Employment Bill
Senate and House conferees approve a 116 million emergency employment appropriation with a plan allowing the President to allocate funds as needed during emergencies. The bill drops local labor wage requirements and faces Democratic opposition in the Senate. Senator Robinson supports restoring the emergency provision to speed legislation.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
House
Couzens
Michigan
Hoover
Democrats
Robinson
Two Bank Robbers Killed in Clinton Incident Loot Recovered
A dramatic chase began after the Citizens Bank of Clinton Ind robbery with $5,000 to $10,000 taken. In a corn field near Sidel Ill two robbers were shot and killed by a posse while a third was wounded and dragged a machine gun into the corn. Reports linked a deputy sheriff shooting at Dana Ind and loot recovered near Jamaica Ill.
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Associated Press
Sidel
Ill
Citizens Bank of
Clinton
Ind
Here
Dana
Jamaica
Company I soldiers gain weight during Danville duty
Captain Hartman of the Virginia National Guard in Danville reports Company I troops are healthy and well housed during the cotton mills strike. Relatives visiting their sons say the men have gained 12 to 15 pounds, and are regarded as one of the regiment’s best units under Col H. L. Opie.
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Paul R. Hartman
One Hundred and Sixteenth Infantry
Virginia National Guard
Danville
Company I
Tony Patton
Patton
Schoolfield
Corporal Robert Patton
Maurice Patton
Hartman
Mr. Patton
H. L. Opie
Staunton
Charles Henry Victim of pneumonia at Winchester home
Charles E. Henry a lifelong Winchester resident aged 59 died after a brief pneumonia illness at his home 8 Woodstock Lane He was born in Frederick County in 1871 and worked for the Winchester Gas Co and later in the plumbing department of Glaize and Brother He is survived by a widow three daughters and one son Ellsworth A Henry Clinton Morrison and Elmer Lewis two siblings Mrs Lucy Goss and Addison Henry Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 PM in Mount Hebron Cemetery chapel conducted by Rev Dr S L Flickinger
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Charles E. Henry
Winchester
Woodstock Lane
Mr. Henry
Frederick County
John
Martha Henry
Twen
Winchester Gas Company
Glaize
Mabel Henry
Ellsworth A. Henry
Clinton Morrison
Elmer Lewis
Lucy Goss
Addison Henry
Mount Hebron Cemetery
S. L. Flickinger
Centenary Reformed Church
Epee
Lost Beagle Hound Female Re Turns to Anderson
A lost beagle hound, female with black and brown spots, returns to C. H. Anderson at 314 National Ave. Also note automotive ad for Sport Racer and a new item at Willis' Bicycle Shop.
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C. H. Anderson
National Ave
Willis’ Bicycle Shop
Park Theatre Opens in Front Royal With Miller in Charge
John L. Miller of Frederick Maryland, former manager in Winchester, takes charge of the Park Theatre Front Royal Virginia which opens Friday night with the Marx Brothers film Animal Crackers and a vaudeville act. The 1000 seat brick concrete restaurant style venue cost 125000 and is operated by the Front Royal Theatre Corp led by Sidney Lust.
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John L. Miller
Frederick
Capitol
Colonial Theatres
Winchester
Shenandoah Valley Theatres Corporation
New Park Theatre
Front Royal
Mr. Miller
Park Theatre
Front Royal Theatre
Sidney Lust
Ashington
Main Street
Virginia
Miller
Paramount
Paramount Studios
Tickets Selling For Madam Satan Reopens At Baker's
A misunderstanding halted ticket sales at Baker's drug store for the talking picture Madam Satan yesterday. Sales resumed today with two showings left at Capitol Theatre this evening. The Tuberculosis Society receives a rebate on all tickets sold at Baker's, and supporters are urged to buy there tonight.
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Baker’s Drug Store
Talking Picture
Madam Satan
Baker's Drug Store
Capitol Theatre
Tuberculosis Society
China and Glassware Gift Solutions at People’s Bargain Store
People’s Bargain Store in Ip-11 offers a range of china and glassware to solve gift problems. Shoppers find affordable tableware, serveware, and decorative pieces suitable for any occasion.
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People's Bargain Store
Ip-11
Xmas Cards at Samaaye Selection in The Evening Star
The Evening Star advertises a selection of Christmas cards with appealing designs and affordable prices, urging readers to browse and find the right card for the season.
Car Heaters New Type Quick Action
Valley Service Station advertises a new car heater design for quick warming. Prices range from 3 to 10 dollars with emphasis on comfort and faster cabin heat.
No. 1 Lunch At Hotel Jack Coffee Shop
Business notices advertise No 1 lunch at the Hotel Jack Coffee Shop from noon to six. Short price 60 cents signals a budget option for workers and travelers seeking a quick meal today.
Plan To Remove Water Puddle On St Change Road
F. G. Henley of the Virginia State Highway Commission said plans for removing a water puddle on North Loudoun Street in Winchester are near completion and construction could begin in about 10 days. Officials noted property-right questions and ground needs must be resolved, with C. E. Moyer coordinating efforts. Winchester Chamber of Commerce leaders McVicar and Bell had previously appealed to state authorities.
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F. G. Henley
Virginia State Highway Commission
Winchester
Loudoun Street
Charles P. McVicar
Andrew Bell
Winchester Chamber of Commerce
Richmond
Henley
Highway Department
C. E. Moyer
Spain in Martial Rule as Revolt Triggers Food Shortage
Reports from Madrid and across Spain say a general strike amid heavy censorship has escalated the revolt of aviators into nationwide unrest. Martial law, 75,000 troops mobilized, proclaims rights abrogated, bread runs short in Bilbao, Valencia reportedly in rebel hands with three loyal generals executed.
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Associated Press
Madrid
Spain
Lisbon
Barcelona
San Sebastia
Bilbao
Alcala Zamora
Berenguer
Ramon Franco
Associaes
Valencia
Hendaye
France
Public Sale At White Sulphur Inn Details
Public sale of all personal property and equipment of the White Sulphur Inn at Virginia December 19. C ShenK. fora-12 13-1-118 Ip-51)
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Shenk
Two Men Injured in Collision at Hunt Club Meet
Irwin Beavers and Towney Cram of the Piedmont Fox Hunt collided on a downhill fox chase near Langden Upperville. Beavers suffered facial lacerations, Cram a probable skull fracture. Both were rushed to Winchester Memorial Hospital. hunt continued with substitutes. Langden estate of Mr. and Mrs. John Hay Whitney hosted the event.
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Upperville
Craun
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Llangollen
Loudoun
Fauquier
Clarke Counties
Langden
Piedmont Hunt
Whippers
Cramn
Memorial Hospital
Beavers
Hunt
Harry Duffey
Earnest Woolf
Powell
John Hay Whitney
Hospital Bazar to Benefit Charity This Weekend
Miss Lillian Anderson of the hospital announced a bazar this Friday and Saturday, December 19 and 20, at the former E Bruce Capper building on West Boscawen Street. The sale features many donated "white elephants" and offers bargains, with amusements for a good time while supporting the charity. People may donate items by calling 69.
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Lillian Anderson
E. Bruce Capper
Sahe
Tom Thumb Golf Courses as Sun Worship Symbol
A whimsical remark by Elsie McCormick suggests future archaeologists may study exhumed Tom Thumb courses to connect their layout to sun worship motifs.
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Tom Thumb
Elsie McCormick
Xmas Plant Listings Offer Poinsettias and More
Readable fragment notes sale of Christmas plants including poinsettias cyclamen begonias sansevierias and primroses with prices and aisle guidance. Compact item mentions multiple plant types available for holiday decorating.
Stroke Fatal for Edward J. Snapp in Hogs Rut
Edward J. Snapp prominent farmer and fruit grower of the Opequon and Fawcett Gap area died after a cerebral hemorrhage while butchering hogs at his home in Fawcett Gap. His brother Tilden Snapp witnessed the collapse. Dr. C. R. Anderson could not save him. He was 62, survived by three sisters and two brothers with funeral plans unfinished.
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Edward J. Snapp
Fawcett Gap
Tilden Snapp
Snapp
C. R. Anderson
Winchester
Mr. Snapp
Opequon
Joseph and
Mary Snapp
Laura V. Pritchard
Carrie Snapp
Christena Snapp
Messrs
Benton Snapp
Middletown
This County
Garland Snapp
Oren Snapp
Granville Snapp
Leonard Snapp
Kathleen Snapp
L A. Singhass
Bandits Rob Bank In Pittsburgh Area Storefront Heist
Six armed robbers held at Manchester Savings Bank and Trust in Pittsburgh area, using revolvers and shotguns to force open the vault. Loot estimated at 50000 dollars. About 30 employees and customers were threatened during the crime, which marks the third Pittsburgh district bank robbery in ten days.
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Associated Press
BURGH
Manchester Savings Bank and Trust
G. C. Gerwig
Pittsburgh
Superior Fire Insurance Company
Father and Four Sons Convicted In Confidence Game
Four sons were sentenced to five years in prison and their aged father one day in the house of correction for conspiracy in operating a confidence game as the Goldman Bond and Mortgage Company. Customers are said to have lost $25,000. the father, Hyman Goldman, in poor health, was fined $1,000 or to work out $1.50 daily if unable to pay.
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Associated Press
Chicago
House of Correction
Goldman Bond and Mortgage Company
Hyman Goldman
Communist Capture of Kugan Reported Near Hunan-Hupeh Border
Shanghai dispatches say 7,000 Communists seized Kugan midway between Tsingshih and Shasi near the Hunan Hupeh border. Military units at Hankow were sent to oppose the Reds as the clash escalates.
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Associated Press
Shanghai
China
Kugan
Midway
Tsingshih
Shasi
Hunan-Hupeh
Hankow
Approves Limit On Immigration
Washington December 16 The House immigration committee today approved a two year suspension of all immigration with the exception of relatives of residents who may enter until half the existing quota is filled.
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Associated Press
Washington
House Immigration Committee
Berry Family Guests in Winchester During Southern Trip
Mr and Mrs Charles H Berry and two children with Mr T E McNamare of Rockland MF on a motoring trip to Virginia and the south spent yesterday in Winchester and vicinity and were guests overnight at Hotel Jack.
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Charles H. Berry
T. E. McNamare
Rockland, MF
Virginia
South
Winchester
Hotel Jack
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New Park
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the Evening Star
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Irwin Beavers
Towney Cramn
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