Indictment Against H Hugene Ritter Dismissed After Long Docket
The long pending case of H Hugene Ritter, once a county justice, ends as the indictment is dismissed and the bond surety relieved. Ritter had faced charges based on his daughter and son testimony. After divorcing his wife and gaining custody, legal maneuvering sent the children out of jurisdiction, undermining witnesses and prompting the prosecution to abandon the case. Ritter is freed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Hugene Ritter
Ritter
Baltimore
Miss Haines
Red Cross Society
Trimina
Kinsmen Held for a Murder in Baltimore Housing Incident
Nicholas Johns a Greek worker at Sparrows Point and former soldier was found slain at his South Thirteenth street home. Police say his widow and four male boarders including a cousin were arrested after an alleged arson attempt to burn bloodstained clothing in the cellar while friends stood near the victim’s body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Nicholas Johns
Sparrows Point
Highlandtown
South Thirteenth Street
Johns
Leech Tops Southern Scorers For 1920 Cadets
Jimmie Leech captain and half back of the undefeated Virginia Military Institute football team is claimed as the leading point scorer in the south and perhaps the nation for the past season. In nine games the Flying Cadets star totaled 210 points from 26 touchdowns, 48 goals after TDs, and two field goals, plus 1 723 yards rushing and 448 passing yards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Jimmie Leech
Virginia Military Institute
Flying Cadets
Leech
Cake sale and local job ads mix from December notice
A jumbled OCR shows a cake sale at Headquarters on Thursday December 23 and several help wanted notices for carpenters and laborers at various firms including Washington Alexander Cooke fertilizer plant and Winchester Cold Storage Corp with apply by details and stray fragments of worker requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gcout
Washington, Alexander & ‘Cooke Fertilizer Plant
Morris
Harles Town
Balod Gtraw
Winchester Cold Storage Corp
Ptf
Lpi
Murder Mysteries In New York City
New York December 17. Three unsolved murders add to a police critique. A wholesale jeweler Edward W Andrews was killed during a Fifth Avenue robbery. Police Lieutenant Floyd Horton was fatally shot by taxi bandits near Broadway and One Hundred and Forty sixth Street. A young man found dead on One Hundred and Seventh Street, shot through, remains unidentified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fifth Avenue
Edward W. Andrews
Andrews
Floyd Horton
Broadway
Horton
Governor Catts Threatens to Go to West Palm Beach
In a stark open letter, Florida Governor Sidney J. Catts warns he will travel to West Palm Beach with a double barreled shotgun loaded with buckshot for Joseph L. Barman, head of the State Board of Health and Palm Beach Post publisher. He accuses Barman of tyranny, arrogance and bossing, calling this his last warning after an article attacking him related to Edgar Thomas reinstatement as state attorney.
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Preac . Fla
Sidney J. Catts
Oflorida
Westalm Beach
Fila
Joseph L. Barman
State Board of Health and Pubisher
Palm Beach Post
Barman
Arman
Edgar Thomson
West Palm Each
Earthquake Felt in Peking Disturbs Hotels and Clubs
An earthquake was felt in Peking at 8 20 p m causing alarm in hotels and clubs. The event differed in time and location from earlier U S seismographic readings, noted by Georgetown University observers.
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Associated Press
Peking
Washington
United States
Seismographic Observatory
Georgetown University
Sanders
Refined Sugar Declines Again in New York Market
Three refiners cut to 8 cents per pound for fine granulated sugar and a prior pair had also reduced to 8 cents. In local news, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Crisman vacated their Market and Leicester residence and moved to Mrs. Crisman's father’s Cedar Creek grade farm to reside and help manage operations. neighbors will miss them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Associated Press
New York
Jacob Crisman
Market
Leicester Streets
Miss Isabelle Carson Weds J George Carrington in Riverton
Mr and Mrs Joseph Lougheed Carson of Riverton Va announce the marriage of their daughter Miss Isabelle McNeill Carson to J George Carrington of Richmond Va. The ceremony occurred quietly Wednesday at the bride’s parents home with only family present. The couple will reside at 2407 Grove Ave Richmond after December 24. Miss Carson is a St Luke’s Hospital School of Nurses graduate and served as Red Cross nurse with the British Army in France during World War I.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Lougheed Carson
Riverton
Warren County
Isabelle McNeill Carson
Jo Ry George Carrington
Richmond
Carrington
Grove Avenue
St. Luke's Hospital
Ann L. Carson
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Red Cross
France
United States
A. C. Carzon
Supreme Court of the Philippine Islands
New York
William C. Carson
Virginia
S. S. Institute Arranges Special Sunday Services
Special services set for Sunday December 19 with Rev. D. L. Blakemore preaching at Relief at 11 a.m. and Macedonia at 3 p.m., and Rev. F. M. Richardson at Sarpers Valley 7:15 p.m. The December 20 third quarterly conference at Relief will include a Sunday school institute led by Rev. Blakemore and Rev. Selwyn K. Cockrell of Woodstock Va. Sessions run 10:30 a.m. to about 4 p.m. Officials and Sunday school workers expected. public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
D. L. Blakemore
Relief
Macedonia
F. M. Richardson
Sarpers Valley
Selwyn K. Cockrell
Woodstock
Pennsy Train Narrowly Avoids Car Collision at Renore
A Pennsylvania Railroad passenger train near Winchester was nearly rammed by an automobile from the Martinsburg direction. The motorist halted within a foot of the moving train, narrowly preventing a crash, as reported by a local businessman returning from a trip. Also a local ad seeks two flat top office desks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Winchester
Renore
Pennsylvania
Martinsburg
Camden car to be revived to Winchester service
At a Winchester Chamber of Commerce meeting with Baltimore and Ohio Railroad officials, the old Camden station merchandise car will run again from Baltimore departing 8 30 P M Mondays to arrive in Winchester about 6 00 A M the next day. The freight plan aims to cut costs by using rail freight instead of express. Officials also discussed preventing future Piccadilly street traffic blockages and repairing B and O stock pens soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles. W.trenary
Winchester and Frederick County
Baltimore
Winchester
Piccadilly Street
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Willard Plans Intensive Training Camp for Dempsey Bout
Jess Willard, former heavyweight champion, will train for three months in Kansas City before challenging Jack Dempsey in New York on March 17. Manager Ray Archer said Willard focuses on proving he was not himself at Toledo and is not thinking about money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Kansas City
Jess Willard
Jack Dempsey
New York
Ray Archer
Dempsey
Archer
Western eggs drop 15 cents in New York market
Prices of fresh western eggs fell five to eight cents a dozen in New York to 72 to 75 cents wholesale. That marks about a 15 cent drop from last week. Storage eggs held steady as the market stayed uneven amid heavy western and southwestern receipts and warm weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chapman’s Auto Sales offers used Ford models
1914 to 1920 Ford cars in excellent mechanical condition priced from 150 to 450 dollars. Monthly payments possible. A wide selection available while supplies last. Chapman's Auto Sales invites buyers to come and choose their car today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman
Colonial Dame Spoils Taste for Other Candies
A brief note notes candies sold loose or in boxes at the Flower Shop, highlighting a popular Colonial Dame brand affecting nearby sweets sales.
Pinafore Rehearsal Tonight at Rouss En Gine Hall
Local arts note announces a Gilbert and Sullivan Pinafore rehearsal this evening at 8 PM in Rouss En Gine Hall. Cast list and rehearsal schedule expected to be available at the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rouss Engine Hall
Florida DA to Probe Ocoee Riots for Possible Violations
The Department of Justice has ordered the Florida district attorney to investigate the December Ocoee election riots between Black and white residents to determine if any federal statute was violated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Florida
Department of Justice
Ocoée
Fla
Coal price reductions at George's Creek and Pocahontas mines
George's Creek Run Mine offers 2000 pounds at $8.00 and Pocahontas Run Mine offers 2006 pounds at $10.00 with delivery. Blonaker & Son of Apple Grower advertise export shipping shares and better returns from abroad. Thomas W. Mathews of Winchester Virginia signs ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George’s Creek Run
Pocahontas Run
Blonaker & Son
Thomas W. Mathews
West Piccadilly St
Winchester
Bank official charged with embezzling Society securities
Wilmington Delaware December 17 William Bush secretary and treasurer of the Wilmington Savings Fund Society was arrested on a warrant charging embezzlement of securities owned by the society valued at 200000 dollars. At a hearing before a magistrate he was held in 100000 dollars bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Wilmington
Del
William Bush
Wilmington Savings Fund Society
Chapman’s Auto Sales Announces Territory Elimination Ford Cars
Announcement from Foyt Motor Company states all territory lines are abolished allowing Chapman’s Auto Sales to sell Ford cars anywhere. The message mentions terms and trade-ins on used cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foyt Motor Company
Ford
Chapman
Cake Sale At Scout Headquarters On Thursday
Readable text notes a Thursday event at Boy Scout headquarters featuring one hundred home made cakes for sale or distribution with unclear details about purpose or organization involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout Headquarters
Flood not to run for Virginia governor in Democratic primary
Representative Henry D Mood of the Tenth Virginia district will not seek the Democratic nomination for governor in the next primary. He says his duty is to remain in his present position, following a letter received by T Preeman Epes of Stone, Va. from Mood and a letter from North Carolina's Representative Kitchin urging him to stay in Congress.
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Henry D. Mood
Virginia
T. Preeman Epes
Ofckstone
Flood
Epes
Tlood
Democratic governor bid urged by Virginia lawmakers
Freeman Epes of Blackstone receives a letter urging him to become a Democratic nominee for Virginia governor. The writer says many friends across the state have urged him to enter the race, acknowledging the confidence shown in him. Continued on page 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epes
Virginia
Harding Gets Bryan's Views On War and Peace Plan
President elect Harding summoned former secretary of state William Jennings Bryan for consultation on an association of nations. Bryan, a Democratic official with experience negotiating arbitration treaties, provided insights from his tenure as head of the State Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
William
Bryan
Uneder
Wilson
Wn Peace
Harding
Association of Nations
Department of State
Perry Is Sentenced to Six Months in State Jail
Shortly before dusk in the Circuit Court C. C. Perry was sentenced to six months in jail after a jury found him guilty of assaulting Philip Bowman. Perry appeared crushed and hysterical, refusing to eat or sleep, and will not be taken to the convict road force until after the circuit court adjourns.
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C. C. Perry
Philip Bowman
Perry
Judse Whiting
Convict Road
Circuit
Almost Free Portable Gas Engine Wood Law Sale
Portable gas engine offered by J. Grant with a low price to attract a quick buyer. The listing notes the item is in the 12-17-1p-2t area and mentions a grant sprayer alongside.
Fancy box apples and pears offered by Sam Haines
Fancy box apples including Staymehs Winesars King David Sweet Paradise Jonathan Albemarle Belle Fleur Rome Beauty Grimes Golden York Imperials and selected pears. Also barrels of above varieties. Order early to ensure delivery with AID express and parcel post. Bring your address and we will do the rest. Sam Haines Winchester Va. Anank nal Phone 419. ip-tf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paradise
Jonathans
Albemarles
Rome
Grimes Golden
York
Murder Sparks Race Turmoil in Independence Kansas
In Independence Kansas a white boy and a black man were killed and four whites wounded in last night’s race disturbances. Home guard and American Legion members patrolled streets as deputy sheriffs and regionalizers manned gunlines near the county airfield after a black man allegedly killed a white grocer. The clash escalated when armed crowds confronted police and mayor, with shooting continuing until hours later and theaters closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Independence
Kan
Home Guard
American Legion
Noble Green
R. R. Wharton
Wadman
Arthur Beper
Lawrence Clennan
Harper
Mr Wilson Buys A Home In Washington
President Wilson’s brother in law announces the purchase of the former Henry Tanke home at 2340S Street NW. The residence will be the permanent home after retirement, with a reported price near 150000 dollars. Built four years ago, the colonial brick and limestone house sits on grounds covering nearly half a square and sits well above street level.
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Washingt
Dee Ghage
Wilson
Henry Tanke
R. W. Bolling
Hts
Prizes in Gold for School Children
The Commercial and Savings Bank of Winchester offers prizes for essays on Why the Christmas Savings Club Is a Good Thing. Essays must be 150 words max, judged by three disinterested parties, and submitted to the bank by January 1. First prize five dollars in gold, second two dollars and fifty cents, and five more winners receive a dollar each. The winner’s picture will appear in The Star.
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The
Commercial and Savings Bank of
Winchester
Frederick County
Nex
Commrcial and Savings Bank
Star
Commercial and Savings Bank
First Freight Brings Go Valley Railway Bridge Milestone
History was made as the Chester and Western Railway completed beyond Capot at Intermont and hauled its first freight over the river bridge. The lumber shipment to Moore Company Garland and V ident Cornwell marked the event. A Ford sedan carried Cornwell and other officials for line inspection. Wardenaville benefits as tracks extend toward Ward and the depot with grading near completion.
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Go Valley
Cornwell
Kia
Corf
Ville
Ward
Wardenaville
Harnesa’ Farm
Dick Good
Christmas Week Meet in Winchester Auditorium
A Christmas week meeting of the Tri County Association is planned for December 29 in the Winchester library auditorium. Officers urge all council members and present superintendents for city and district to attend, stressing timely arrival for a successful session and continued cooperation.
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Tey
Winchester
Sociation
Hockman
June Steele
Tax on Bank Deposits Proposed in Treadway Bill
Representative Treadway of Massachusetts and House Ways and Means members proposed a tax of one fourth of one percent on all bank deposits. The bill estimates annual revenue near 1 billion dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Crane's Latest Jewelry Styles Lead Clocks and Glass
F R Crane advertises new jewelry styles including off clocks and cut glass with updated prices and a range of items. The notice highlights variety and modern designs to attract customers.
Bread price drop and weight increase hints at market shift
An OCR fragment notes bread weight increased while prices fell, with mention of related pastries and candies easing toward pre war levels. The piece references a retail price investigation and broader market dynamics in bakeries and markets.
Colonial Dames Candies and Xmas Goods Ad Notice
Prewar price ad promotes Colonial Dames Candies and Xmas items with mentions of cigars and pipes, plus a display of rocking chairs and general merchandise. The fragment lists Anderson's CE 168 N and describes a Good assortment of genufbe items and seating.
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Jim Leech
NEW
New York City
LARS
China
Miss Carson
MR. Carrington
S. S. Institute
Pennsy
Care Star
Willard
Fathene
House OF Representatives
Washington, D. C
Freeman Epes, Esq
Blackstone, Va
MR. Wilson
R. M. Swimley
Cornwell Cosa
F. R. Crane
Santa Claus
Anderson
Jp. Sbi
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