The Evening Star Publisher Notice
The Evening Star published by Harry Flood Byrd, publisher, is entered at the Win g Virginia post office as second class matter on Wednesday December 17, 1924.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1924
Page
4
The Evening Star published by Harry Flood Byrd, publisher, is entered at the Win g Virginia post office as second class matter on Wednesday December 17, 1924.
The article chronicles Samuel Gompers as a formative figure in labor history. It notes his humble origins, opposition to treating labor as a mere commodity, advocacy for a living wage, and insistence on collective bargaining. It recalls his leadership of the American Federation of Labor and his steady, conservative stance through decades of radical pressure.
In New York on December 17 a gang of six armed robbers raided the Forum Business Corporation offices in the Bronx and Manhattan. They emptied the vault and stole cash and jewels totaling about 15 000 dollars while threatening directors and staff including the treasurer and seven board members. The robbers fled in an automobile after a broad raid affecting customers and employees.
In Cairo on December 17 the Ziwar government announced it will not convoke the national Parliament despite a petition from Parliament and the queen’s quarters to King Fuad and the premier.
Commandant James Mars announced a donation from the Klan to the Salvation Army fund aiding dinner drives for the poor. Mars said contributions were slow but expected to grow with help from other organizations to provide substantial food for city residents at Christmas.
The New York Yankees acquire star pitcher and two rookies Milton Gaston and Seph Giard from the To p club of the American Association in a major transaction. This move bolsters the mound staff as winter signings shape the team roster.
Mr and Mrs Daniel Anderson of South Main street marked the fiftieth wedding anniversary dated December 17 1847 the officiating clergyman Rev Dr Carson of Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South. Their descendants include Arthur Anderson of Charlottesville and Morgan Anderson of this city.
Lieut Baldwin Neill USMC ordered from the Pacific coast to Quantico Va will depart by steamer with his family for this side. His parents Mr and Mrs John B Neill plan to travel from California by rail and expect Berryville arrival Christmas day.
In Frederick County Circuit Court on December 17 1924 Ward and Larrick as assignees sue W M Buddecke to recover a note discounted by Middletown State Bank and attached land of fifty acres in Frederick County Virginia. An affidavit notes Buddecke is not a Virginia resident and he must appear within ten days of publication to protect his interest. Publication ordered weekly for four weeks in the Evening Star Winchester and posting at the county courthouse by January 5 1925. Also notice of stray mare and rental listing included.
At Handley High School annual banquet Paul Hillyard was named captain for the coming year. Coach Ramey lists Hockman Hollis Hawkins Zirkle Swank Barr Sartellé and Ritenour as backs, Woodward Sargent Crisman ends Milley Ritter F tackles Taylor Tyler guards Huntsberry and Hillyard centers. Moochie Woodward, an end, is highlighted as a top player and all state mythical eleven candidate.
The Frederick County Farmers Educational and Co operative Union will meet in Winchester on Saturday December 20 at 2 p m. Matters of importance are to come before the meeting for discussion and a good attendance is desired. By order of E M Punk President G L Rothgeb Secretary.
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