Probate denial of Miss Wolfe will in Se Court
Se County court refused probate for Miss Wolfe’s November 3 1920 will due to only one subscribing witness and handwritten variance. The estate will pass to next of kin Robert Schultz Catherine Schultz and Bessie Riley, who become heirs and appoint Robert Schultz administrator with bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rants
R* Wolfe
Wolfe
Schultz
Robert Schultz
Catherine Schultz
Bessie Riley
Clearbrook
Mr. Schultz
Fire hydrant payments halt Oakwood Club area service
Oakwood Country Club plant near Peakland faces fire protection cuts as hydrants are drained and the Lynchburg fire department will not respond to calls until hydrant rents are settled. Campbell County is urged to reimburse the city for suburban fire protection costs affecting 5 000 residents in West Lynchburg and surrounding areas. A lost white muff is also advertised with a reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynchburg
Oakwood Country Clu
Peakland
Campbell
Bedford
Campbell County
Hete
West Lynchburg
Fort Hill
Westover Heights
Dairy Water To Be Tested In Winchester inspection
Dr. Fred W. Boland Winchester health officer collected water samples from dairies supplying the city and sent them to Richmond for analysis. Some dairy wash water comes from cisterns and wells while others draw from the city systems. He praised Winchester milk quality but will conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Fred. W. Boland
Richmond
Boland
Crystal Confectionery ad seeks home made treats and supplies
Classified note offers homemade candies with fancy bozos canes clear toys and baskets at special school and Sunday prices with no charge for boxes. Crystal Confectionery advertises address 18 Ip 41 and calls for an orchard foreman for 1912. Also lists a lost lady's bunting pin with reward at Star Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal
Miss Patton Passes Away At Home In Winchester
Miss Sarah Patton died at 10 30 PM at her brother Isaac Patton's home 570 North Main street Winchester after a long illness from a complication of diseases. Funeral 3 PM at Isaac Patton’s residence with Rev Mr Smith and Rev M Nicharagson. burial Mount Hermon Cemetery. She was 66, survived by three brothers Charles Isaac and Joseph Patton and by sisters the late Mrs Ross Barr and Mrs Emma Clowser. Six nephews George William Ward Russell Luther and Albert Patton to be pallbearers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Patton
Isaac Patton
North Main Street
Metheae
Eucaly Ui Unity
Smith
Round Hill
Merhouist
Russell
Luther
Albert Patton
Miss Patton
William
Martha Patton
Ross Barr
Winchester
Emma Clowser
Messrs
Charles
Isaac
Joseph Patton
Poindexter Among Harding Consultations on World Peace Plan
Senator Miles Poindexter of Washington joined President-elect Harding in recent talks on a world peace association. The meeting marks a fourth conference with irreconcilables who opposed the Versailles league and more senators are expected to be invited. Also on the list was Governor Morrow of Kentucky, a strong opponent of full Versailles treaty ratification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Senate
Miles Poindexter
Washington
Harding
Morrow
Kentucky
Big Trade in Moonshining in Southeastern District
Prohibition officials report in Louisville that in November 375 moonshiners were arrested and 774 illegal stills with 3738 gallons of liquor seized across Kentucky Tennessee North Carolina South Carolina and Virginia. Tax and penalties paid to the government totaled 473056 with property seized and destroyed estimated at 97649.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Kentucky
Tennessee
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Society Leader Sentenced to Workhouse in Delaware
William Bush, secretary treasurer of the Wilmington Savings Fund Society and a prominent local figure, was sentenced in Wilmington to eight years in the county work house after pleading guilty to taking $200,000 in securities from the institution. He admitted he took the securities to cover stock margin losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Wilmington
Del
William Bush
Wilmington Savings Fund Society
Bush
Toboggan and market prices in wartime Star notice
Editorial notes price cuts nearly to prewar levels with meat at peak and labor arguing. Calls city council to rescind a street slaughter ordinance so farmers can sell meat on the street to silence labor costs. Mentions livestock market at eight to nine cents for hogs and good fat steers at eight to nine cents. Reward for monogram link gold bracelet offered at Star office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
New Tax Laws Demanded by Business Leaders
Otto H. Kahn told the House Ways and Means committee that business needs revision of tax laws to sustain economic health. He criticized aspects of the Versailles treaty and urged continuation of income taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Otto H. Kahn
New York
House Ways and Means Committee
Hck
Death of Harry L. Fockler Aged Railway Mail Clerk
Friends in Winchester report the death of Harry L. Fockler of Hagerstown Maryland aged 58. He served over 25 years as a Cumberland Valley Railway mail clerk between Winchester and Harrisburg. He died of pneumonia after a two week illness while boarding with J. T. Hott on North Braddock street. He is survived by his wife Miss Mitchell and four children Edwin Mitchell Harry Jr Cecile Gutebuis and two grandchildren. Funeral was held at 2:30 this afternoon with interment in Rose Hill Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Hagerstown
Harry L. Fockler
Cumberland Valley
Harrisburg
Fockler
J. T. Hott
North Braddock Street
Benjamin and
Susan Fockler
Cavetown
John P. Fockler
Fockl
Mitchell
Edwin C
Harry L
Cecile Gutebuis
Rose Hill Cemetery
Bandit Draws a 12 Year Term in Bank Robbery Case
William Porte alias William Welsh, held since November 19 in the Glasgow Va bank robbery, was found guilty in Roanoke Corpora tion Court of shooting at an officer and possessing burglars tools. He received a 12 year penitentiary sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Roanoke
William Porte
William Welsh
Bank of Glasgow
Corporation Court of
Man narrowly escapes train while eating lunch near orchard
Roy Boyce almost perished when a locomotive blocked his crossing as he road a car to Winchester for tree protectors. He swung right, sped past the train, and continued on, leaving the fate of his lunch undetermined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sana Amare
Harry Kern
Ed. Lineburg
Mr. Boyce
Roy
Winchester
Perry Held for Unlawful Cutting Case Is Put Under Treatment
In Frederick county, circuit court suspended G. Averey’s six month sentence on the state convict road for unlawful cutting after Dr. E. B. Stuart testified Perry suffers from acute hysteria and confinement may cause permanent insanity. Sheriff Pannett testified Perry has caused jail unrest and refused food and sleep since conviction. The sentence remains to be served after April, with institutional treatment to address his mental condition. Prosecuting Attorney T. R. Cather recused himself from the order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Frederick County
G. Aeverey
Whiting
EB. ©. Stuart
Perry
Pannett
Sprov
T. R. Cather
Stuart
Ferry
Christmas Services at Centenary Reformed Church
Centenary Reformed Church announces Christmas services including a 6 30 a m early service and a 6 30 p m Sunday school service in the new auditorium. Regular Sunday schedule remains with 9 45 a m school, 11 00 a m morning worship, 7 30 p m evening worship, and 6 30 p m Young People's Society. a Christmas music program by the choir is planned and the public is invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centenary Reformed Church
Christ
Young” People’s Society
Cedar chests and gifts at R. M. Swimley’s
For loved ones a nice Christmas present with cedar chests at R. M. Swimley’s home grown celery advertised at 115 Market Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Swimley
S. Sp
Market Street
Boy Scouts Offer Christmas Trees In Varied Sizes
The Boy Scouts advertise Christmas trees of multiple sizes at reasonable prices. The notice emphasizes affordable options for the holiday season and invites customers to choose from available selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts
Christmas Entertainment at Welltown Schoolhouse
A Christmas program will be held at the Welltown schoolhouse on Wednesday December 22 at 7.20 pm. The public is cordially invited to attend this local community event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welltown School House
Fancy Fruit Baskets Available at Ramacciotti's
Advertises fancy fruit baskets from Ramacciotti's starting at one dollar. Promotes gift appeal with a brief price range and a call to visit the shop.
Christmas Cake Sale At Scout Headquarters On Dec 23
Christmas cake sale announced by the Scout Headquarters on Thursday December 23. The notice lists one hundred home made cakes and asks for support, with contact from Thomas W. Mathews of Winchester Virginia for shipments of apples and other goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scout
Boy Scout Headquarters
Retired Sugar Planter Joseph Rigney Dies in City
Joseph Rigney a Cuban sugar grower of Irish birth and former Cuba planter died at his daughter's home on West Water Street after about a month of illness. He was 74, had lived in Winchester since 1918, and previously owned large Cuba sugar plantations. Funeral at Sacred Heart Church with a requiem Mass and interment at Rock Creek Cemetery in Washington D C.
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Joseph Rigney
Cuba
Whit
W . W. Whitside
West Water Street
Bright
Rigney
Winchester
Whitaide
Ireland
Mr. Rigney
Rieney
New York
Tr Rieney
Annie Rigney
William
Sydbiathes Buca
BeDo
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
John McVerry
Washington D. C
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Rock Creek Cemetery
Healy
Catholic University
Whilaide
Funeral Service for Clinton Waters Held at Hall
A funeral is scheduled for Clinton Waters, held at a hall at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. The service marks the late brother’s remembrance with attendees seeking orderly proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Clinton BE
Waters
Widow waives rights in A H Warner estate
The will of late merchant A H Warner was proven in the corporation court. His wife relinquishes all interest except a two fifths share in home property. The estate goes equally to his three children Harry Warner Jennie Ford of Hagerstown Md and the heirs of his deceased son William E Warner. Will dated July 29 1920 witnessed by James A Loy executor with $1600 bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Warner
Corporation Court
Harry Warner
Jennie Ford
Hagerstown
William E. Warner
James A. Loy
Fresh shipment arrival noted by THE FLOWER sHor
A new delivery has arrived for THE FLOWER, with two items included in the shipment. The note confirms stock replenishment and readiness for sale.
Porter House to leave Martinsburg Fruit Exchange
Martinsburg W V Dec 21 After five years with the Martinsburg Fruit Exchange Major A Porter House resigns at month end and will not return next year He will stay through December to help sell stored stock He may return to Winchester for next season and has ties to Crescent Orchard Co and Fort Lauterdale area Mrs House will move to Fort Lauderdale for winter work
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
Martinsburg Fruit Exchange
Major A. Porter House
House
Winchester
Crescent Orchard Company
Fort Lauterdals
Notice to mail RL cash holding accounts by secretary
Important notice directs all RL cahce holding accounts against the Sarah Zane Fire Company to mail them to 4H Russell Potts Secretary before January 1, 1921. The notice appears in column 6t of page 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RL Cahce
Sarah Zane Fire Company
Russell Potts
Something for Nothing at Ramacciotti's Xmas Sale
Free One Hand Bag offered to each customer who spends $1.00 on Xmas goods at Ramacciotti's. Offer appears in a local retail promotion with date and item details. Hours and additional terms not specified in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ramacciotti’s
Brass Oak Walnut and Mahogany Gift Offer
Brass Oak Walnut and Mahogany items offered by R. M. Swimtay's as nice gifts for anyone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Swimtay
Ohio Man Gets County Bride
Marriage license issued in the County Clerk’s office to Theodora H. Kenny 38 a carpenter Urbanna Ohio and Leatie Lonas Clearbrook this county daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Lonas. Store ad text appears after the notice with prices and addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodora H. Kenny
Urbanna
Ohio
Leatie Lonas
Clearbrook
This County
Charles Lonas
Funeral of Clinton Walters in Cumberland and Winchester
Edward Clinton Walters died after several months illness at 30. He was son of George F. Walters and survivor May, unmarried but with family in Cumberland. A pianist and musician, he worked at Potomac Glass Works. Funeral at home by Rev. B J McGowan with Woodmen ritual to follow at Mount Hebron Cemetery, burial in Winchester Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Clinton Walters
Yeater
Cumberland
Baltimore and Ohio
Mount Hebron
Hickory Camp
Woodmen of the World
Walters
Mr. Walters
South Mechanic Treet
Mews
George F. Walters
May
Potomac Glass Works
B. J. McGowan
Kingstey ME
Winchester
Senate urged to grant amnesty for espionage act prisoners
Washington Dec 21 senators heard Senator France of Maryland and AFL officials led by Samuel Gompers press for immediate amnesty for prisoners held for violation of the espionage act. The judiciary committee was asked to favor the resolution authorizing action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.,.shington
Congress
Senate Judiciary Committee
France
Republican
Maryland
American Federation of Labor
Samuel Gompers
General Market List Declines In Mixed Opening
Markets opened with limited gains as oil, shipping and food shares led a modest rally while metals and related accessories faced increased offerings. Houston oil rose about 8 points and sector rebounds ranged from 1 to 2 percent amid early trading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Houston
Crown Forces Burn Village in County Longford Reprisal
Dublin dispatch reports crown forces burned the village of Realie Lee in Realie Lee parish Longford as retaliation for attacks on a police barracks in which a constable died and others were wounded. Shops houses and outlying farms were destroyed and residents evacuated. Military fortified a schoolhouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Dublin
Tulsk
County Rosscommon
Crown
Realielee
County Longford
Steeck
Japanese Riot Turmoil Hits Brooke Town
London dispatch reports an armed Japanese man claiming racial equality went on a rampage in Brooke Australia. A riot followed with two Japanese killed and several wounded. Troops patrolled the town and disarmed remaining Japanese residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated
London
Central News
Perth
Australia
Brooke
Delaware Lackawanna and Western Coal dividend declared
New York December 21 1929 a 75 percent stock dividend was declared to stockholders increasing capital stock from 6 8 million to 20 9 million and the dividend totals 4 943 024 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Delaware, Lackawana and Western Coal Cony
Quiet Reigns in Strike Zone as Tensions Ease
From Williamson West Virginia December 21 quiet settled over the Mingo county zone after weekend disturbances drew civil and military attention. Military headquarters report routine activities with no momentous developments. Strike leaders say the situation remains calm and Christmas preparations proceed for Tug River children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prana Williamson
W. Va
Mingo County
Mayor restricts firecrackers during holidays
City order by Mayor Glass limits firecracker use to Christmas Eve New Year’s Day and bans crackers near Piccadilly Cork Market Street. Police will arrest violators. Restrictions target all forms of fireworks and require parental supervision due to burn injuries and traffic hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glass
M. A. Doran
Piccadilly
Cork
Piccadilly Street
Market Street
No Paper Xmas Saturday Notice Appears In Star
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Saturday Christmas reference and a notice about a fee or action dated December 26. It hints at a Friday filing or decision with unclear details. The readable items point to a local Star newspaper snippet about a publication interruption around the holiday.
Boyd Drug Company Candy Brands Highlighted
Readable fragments show Huyler’s Candy Martha Washington Candy Koda and Bronies Parnesamt Holly a Holly spat Cat Flowers associated with Boyd Drug Company. Names and brands appear without clear context or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huyler
Martha Washington
Koda
Bronies Parnesamt
Holly
Wedding Rite Performed by Rev McDae at First Christian
The Rev A McDa of the First Christian church in the city appeared in the County Court today and qualified the rite of matrimony for Virginia. He gave the usual 100 dollars, with Mr Ray A Larsiek assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. McDa
Corp Tian
Virginia
Ray
Larsiek
Fancy Box Apples and Pears Offer Delivery by Parcel Post
Delicious apple varieties and selected pears listed by Sam Haines. Order early for sure delivery with express and parcel post arrangements. Provide your address and Sam Haines will handle the rest. Phone 419 Winchester, Ve lp-tf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle de Rome
Sam Haines
Winchester
Rural Service on Christmas Day in Winchester Post Office
Regular rural free delivery will be given on Christmas Day at the Winchester post office. Rural carriers will make rounds delivering letters and parcels, while city carriers perform oral delivery and collect mail at 8 o clock. Most packages arriving by trains will be delivered before the holiday. general delivery windows will be from 11 am to 12 pm and from 1 to 2 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Patro
Hornia
Bank Bandits Rounded Up in Brunswick New Jersey
A posse of 30 citizens converged on Milltown and Brunswick early today after an attempted bank robbery at the First National Bank. Shots were fired in the ensuing chase and a dramatic arrest followed with police and locals involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Brunswick
N. J
New Jersey
Milltown
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P. C. Neidemyer & Co
Addirest Rj Care
Poindexter
The
A. Communication
Star Office
Bandit
S. Main Sp
Will Kesait
Reformed Church
Welltown
Ramacciotti
Wn Bend
Migiaul
Thomas W. Mathews
West Piccadilly St
Winchester, Va
Porter House
Ip-Tt
Winchester Cold Storage Corp
Rouss Hale
Water St
Clinton Waters
COA
Boyd Drug Company
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