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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1916
Page
4
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Virginia board debates shifting control of Northwestern Grade to the State Corporation Commission to obtain federal aid. Critics warn of reduced local input as road conditions worsen and a submerged bridge at Hogue Creek marks the only notable project. The move follows a recent enactment taking management from county supervisors to the state body.
The commission supports designating this road as a federal highway with potential military value. With West Virginia cooperation it could become a through highway, and Mr. Smith deserves congratulations for securing Board approval of the only eligible road in his district. A government state project would remove tollgates and provide a high quality road benefiting Frederick County users.
The Staunton Leader cites delays in loading and unloading freight cars as a major shipping holdup. The ICC has authorized railroads to shorten free time to two days with Sundays and holidays excluded, charging escalating fees from one to five dollars per day after day two.
World interest centers on Premier Lloyd George's first Parliament appearance as head of government. He is expected to press for Allied evacuation as a prelude to peace talks and to reject German terms if they lack clarity. The Daily News notes careful, non hast y diplomacy and statesmanship in formulating policy.
The Mexican embargo on arms is sought to be lifted though no formal demand has been placed. American commission members plan to present matters to President during recess and await administration stance. Villa’s growing influence sways Carranza reps as Pershing’s presence shifts tone toward negotiation.
In Juarez a state of mutiny exists as General Gonzales, ally of General Trevino and former commander at Chihuahua City, refuses to cede control of the Carranza guard. His subordinates vow to resist any attempt to remove him by force.
The funeral of Mrs. M. Laura Ritter widow of Joseph A. Ritter was held Sunday afternoon at United Brethren Church where she had long held membership. An unusually large gathering of friends and neighbors attended the service. The church seating capacity was filled.
The services were simple yet impressive with Rev. George W. Stover and Rev. George S. Bowers officiating. Stover and his daughter sang a requested hymn and the rites concluded with interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery in the family plot. Pallbearers were William S. Hiett John Ebert C. T. Owen Casper Fries Edward Johnson and D. Grubb.
Mr W M Fletcher of this city reports his Anconas won third fourth and fifth prizes among over 12000 entries at the New York Central Palace poultry show. Chickens shipped to York Pa for a concurrent display. Also notes on local visits and social items.
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