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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
9
Game Warden F W Pingley warns trappers to carry trapping licenses, permits, and owner names for traps in the county. Violators face fines and must report landowner injuries. fur buyers must obtain permits. non compliance carries penalties. Fur bearing animals include beaver mink muskrat raccoon skunk and fox.
The article discusses a children's carol program citing Frank Butcher of The Hill School. It emphasizes the origins of Christmas carols in medieval Italy and St Francis of Assisi, urging simple, heartfelt performance over elaborate modern styles and stressing the carol s spiritual uplift and communal heritage.
City officials said WPA labor will not engage in snow removal this winter. Last year workers assisted in snow clearance but could not work on WPA projects during bad weather. The ban may reduce snow removal work this season.
Mr Blair son of the late W J and Nancy Blair of Danville died after years in business there before joining the Baltimore Land Bank. He was a Methodist Episcopal Church South member and belonged to several Masonic groups. The body will be taken to Danville for interment likely tomorrow. Survived by his widow Katherine Pritchett Blair, three sons William Blair of Richmond Claude P Blair of Roanoke and Charles J Blair Jr of this city and three daughters Mrs C Howard Hilton Nancy Blair of Danville and Katherine Blair of Richmond.
Vatican prelates note Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli may be overlooked despite his prominence as secretary of State. Archbishops Elia Dalla Costa and Luigi Lavitrano also named as possible papal candidates in discussions about the papal election.
Duke winds down athletic day with a nine pin game at a 50 foot alley near the chateau. Windsor and Baroness de Rothschild share drinks and sing duets as a barroom crowd cheers.
The Federal Communications Commission documented an assertion that handset telephone adoption enabled Bell System firms to net 24 million dollars in excess charges.
Special delivery messengers burdened with Christmas mail were granted a break. Postmaster General Farley ordered postmasters to use competent temporary employees on Christmas Day so regular messengers can spend the day at home.
Police pursued a motive in the death of Arturo Trevino a 25 year old grocer who fell 3500 feet from an airplane.
United States attorney Leslie C. Garnett arranged for Dr. Francis E Townsend, co founder of the Townsend old age pension plan, and two aides to be brought to trial next month on charges of contempt of the House of Representatives in Washington.
Cuban congressional leaders opposed to President Miguel Miriano Gomez met secretly again in Havana to discuss potential proceedings against him.
Washington December 19 Congress urged swift action on President Roosevelt's request for an immediate five hundred million dollar relief appropriation. The move aims to fund nationwide relief programs and stabilize economic hardship across states.
The navy faces possible delays in building up its floating fighting strength due to a potential steel shortage and uncertainty over the fate of the London naval treaty as its expiration nears.
Flour advanced 25 cents today, the latest in a steady rise that has lifted the price by $1.25 per barrel since the trend began. Wheat remains high despite reports of ample supply.
Wallis armes joins post at the fork of the road about 150 yards from the estate entrance as six guards oversee the property. Two surete detectives stay at the gates and two Scotland Yard detectives stand watch over the villa.
The funeral of Newton B. Grove a Winchester resident who died after a long illness was held at his home 422 North Braddock Street with Rev George W Stover officiating. Madison Lodge No 6 IOOF conducted its Friar ritual at Mount Hebron Cemetery with pallbearers named Brill Willey Larrick Dellinger Carper and McFarland.
A 4 inch water main on North Kent Street burst yesterday after being laid on bed rock at the break point. City workers exposed the line and repairs began today. About 100000 gallons were lost due to traffic strain on the solidbed pipe. Northern section cut off to repair, Colonial brick kilns closed briefly. Belt lines proposed to relieve pressure. budget item to fund them reappears Monday night.
Sleet and snow began early this morning and changed to sleet then rain as temperatures hovered near freezing. Roads were hazardous and un defrosted cars froze with ice requiring frequent stops, though no accidents were reported so far this afternoon.
A mysterious caller described as fairly tall in a tan overcoat has knocked on doors at night in Middletown, startling residents. Reports note incidents at Mrs Coffman and Mrs Gordon Keith homes, with town sergeant decision pending on whether it is a prank or prowling. The period of alarm ends as residents hope the calls stop.
Christmas service of Pintiaccott Church features Prelude Demusabeth Grim Processional Invocation and responses Break Forth O Beautiful Heavenly Light Bach Dexology Gloria in Excelsis Deo Ekman Fyffe women’s voices Anthem There Were Shepherds assembled choir soloist Mrs Eulalie Nalley Offering organ solo Elizabeth Grim trio O Holy Night Adam Mrs Nalley Lillian Oakes Virginia Homer Sing Heavens choir soloist Margaret mbo Benediction Response Do Sanctissima Recession Positude Elisabeth Grim
About 49 people were injured when two coaches of a Columbus Georgia to Birmingham train plunged down a 50 foot embankment near Birmingham. Authorities say spikes were pulled from rails and angle irons used to secure the track were missing as they search for tampering suspects.
The eight Hud son children mourn their mother Mrs. B F Hudson who died after being hit by a car near East Point. Torn muddy doll harp and rubber ball lay among torn Christmas wreaths sent to their home from the shopping trip.
In Idaho and Nevada search for two Northwest Airlines pilots and a Western Air Express flight intensified after a shouted help was heard in Kootenai county. Reports described flares and multiple sightings as authorities tracked two aircrafts feared missing with ten aboard.
The community Christmas tree was set up in front of the Frederick courthouse despite snow. It will be lighted this evening for the first time near the steps and porch where the combined choir will sing carols. Santa Claus will be welcomed as part of the event.
A truck driven by Floyd Combs wrecked early this month injuring no one and breaking a fire hydrant on Cameron Street. The collision occurred at 4 15 o clock near Eron Street as police and traffic units responded.
Names listed include Joseph Rowe Melvin Miller Gene Russell Andrew Abb Fre mont Dick Marshall Kline Hen go Keller Richard Owens Jis Bly Taylor Barr Paul Riley. No pope at either presentation a silver offering will be taken to defray necessary expenses.
In contest this morning participants and several local shops are named, including P. Jones florist Clowe Jewelry Store Union Bank Montgomery Ward Jonial Art and Craft Shop Friendship Fire Company and residents such as Mrs W Bennett Mr M Barrett and Mrs R T Barton along Valley Avenue North Loudoun and Westhingen streets.
Report notes the escape involved a planned conspiracy among certain public officials and others. Details remain fragmentary but imply coordination across individuals linked to official circles.
The record shows yearly permit totals for 1935 and 1936 with monthly figures, plus a list of recent permits issued. Notable items include Gus Kaknis at 14 Rouss Avenue for a dye house and M C Copenhaver on Pennsylvania Avenue for a dwelling, among others with varied project types and values.
Chicago futures show quick rallies fading and prices easing by about 11-2 cents in places. Reports of food shortages in Germany renew upward pressure, while Liver pool action and a rye drop in Winnipeg influence sentiment. Cash grain prices list mixed bids for corn soy and oats with several No 2 whites around 1.10.
Market notes on livestock and produce with mixed lots of ponies fowls and turkeys priced by weight. Cattle and beef heifers show steady demand with bulls and steers steady to higher. lambs top around 9.15 with solid native demand and packer activity. Receipts described as excessive with fluctuations across grades and weights.
Distribution of prices for bags of various feed grains and livestock items. Includes corn meals, egg mash, dairy feeds, screened bran, middlings, and poultry items with per bag or per 100 weight figures. Mentioned animals cover chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, hogs, and cattle with ranges for butter and other dairy products.
The report notes uneven early dealings with declines of one to four or more points for a few leaders. About 500 000 shares changed hands as traders priced copper and other stocks. Mentions of railroad and mining firms hint at speculative activity and potential road grants affecting futures. Woolworth listed at 63 1/?
Pittsburgh report details neighbors linking Martin Sullivan to a deadly revenge killing spree. A 14-year-old saw him applying makeup in Polish Hill area as authorities note Sullivan confessed to shooting five people after being held on charges of mistreating a 12-year-old girl.
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