Mrs Bramlee Dies Suddenly in Winchester
Mrs Bramlee wife of Miles Bramlee secretary of the Winchester Chamber of Commerce died suddenly at home Saturday night. Dr Walter Gox pronounced life extinct. She had been in ill health for months. Funeral from the house Thursday afternoon with interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery. She was 38 born Fond du Lac Wisconsin and leaves husband a father Nelson Beard Wisconsin a brother George Beard Wisconsin and two children Warner and Pearl Bramlee. Death due to heart trouble.
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Mount Hebron
Bramlee
Chamber of Commerce
Fond du Lac
Wisconsin
Nelson Beard
George Beard
Whellington
Warner
Pearl Bramlee
Northern Virginia Power Company Seeks Fair Rate Hearing
The Northern Virginia Power Company states no city of Winchester street lamp costs will rise due to its rate increase while arguing it is entitled to higher rates. It asks the State Corporation Commission to review income and expenses, including labor, coal, and capital costs, and to deliver a fair, impartial decision based on evidence.
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Northern Virginia Power Company
Winchester
State Corporation Commisson
Northern Viiginia Power Company
State Corporation Commission
Northern Virginia “‘Pomser. CO
Lewis F. Cooper
Hitsi
Holiday hours posted for Xmas day opening
The notice states observation of holiday hours on Christmas Day with a morning opening from 9 to 11 am. It asks about forép. im 23 1 p 2t and whether a request for an iron safe is valid. The ad requests to locate an iron safe at Baker's Drug Store.
Anderson and Fielden wedding in Winchester ceremony
Announcement of Mrs. Florence L. Fielden now Mrs. Florence L. Anderson wed Mr. Frank M. Anderson on December 20 at North Braddock street home. Rev. Richardson officiated. Fielden, a Clarke county native and former J. J. Fielder spouse, has taught at Winchester Public Schools. Anderson, a prominent Winchester businessman, partners with his brother Fred S. Anderson on North Main street.
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Florence L. Fielden
Blakestone
Frank M. Anderson
Belle Noonan
North Braddock Street
F. M. Richardson
Paston
Braddock Street
Episcopal Church
South
Clarke County
J. Newton Daws
Millswood
J. J. Fielder
Winchester Public Schools
Anderson
Winchester
Fred
S. Anderson
North Main Street
Chocolate Shop Chocolates Packed in California Red Wood Boxes
An ad notes ideal Xmas gifts from a chocolate shop showcasing products packed in California red wood boxes. The listing also mentions ASCO Drug Store and references a product line with icp-tt style wording.
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California
Asco Drug Store
Warren Man Dies in Winchester Hospital
The body of Thurman Bagsserly a young married man from Warren county died Friday night after surgery at Winchester Memorial Hospital. He was born June 3 1889 and was son of Samuel J Baggerly and Mrs Baggerly and married Miss Updike.
Christmas Club Forming for 1919 at Shenandoah Bank
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank announces a Christmas Club for 1919 with five classes and guidance to join. Participants may receive a check when most needed, with the bank promising safe savings and advising interested patrons to call for details.
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Shenandoah Valley National
Yanks Ready To Greet President
Paris reports preparations for Woodrow Wilson’s visit to General Pershing’s Chaumont headquarters. The mayor orders decorations as Stars and Stripes and French tricolor fly. Pershing’s staff and officials will greet the President at the railway station at 9 a.m. on Wednesday. The party then tours to Leindres area to view the 26th Division quarters.
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Chaumount
Chaumont
France
General Pershing
Wilson
Leendres
Administrator Appointed for Sister's Estate
On motion of Elisha Fries the Corporation Court appoints Lewis Fries as administrator of the late Miss Fries, who died intestate and unmarried. The estate, valued around $800 and mainly cash, will pass to her father Elisha Fries once settled. bond set at $1,000. Also notice of sale for a Hudson Super Six vehicle.
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Elisha Fries
Corporation Court
Lewis
Virginia
Insurance proceeds flow to mother after son’s death in service
Joseph A. Willis is appointed administrator of Charles H. Willis estate. Charles died in France on September 4, 1918 while serving as a United States soldier. He left $10,000 life policy payable to his mother with $57.50 monthly for twenty years. Two smaller policies also go to his parents. Charles was 22, unmarried, and his death leaves no widow.
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Joseph A. Willis
Corporation Court
Charles H. Willis
France
United States
Supreme Court declares news a commodity
The Supreme Court ruled news is a commodity and that a press association or newspaper can hold a proprietary interest in the news it gathers. The decision upholds an injunction by the Second Circuit preventing the International News Service from using news slips printed in earlier editions or shown on bulletin boards.
Bolsheviki Advance Reported Near Narva Front
Washington dispatch reports the Bolsheviki have an army of 10 000 men positioned on the Narva front upon arrival from Helsingfors. The report warns the Esthonian situation is dire due to a lack of arms to police the territory.
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Sian Bolsheviki
Narza Front
State Department
Helsingfors
Exthonian
Broken leg keeps Edison Fawcett from fighting in France
Mr. Jacob Fawcett of Fatwcett's Gap reports his son Edison in the American army in France sent a Father's Christmas letter. Edison says he was in a hospital two months with a broken leg from September to November 5 and did not go over the top. He left his company and was placed in a guard company and endured nightly shell fire with many horses killed near him.
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Jacob Fawcett
Fatwcett’s Gap
County
Edison
France
Hosiital
Northern Virginia Power Company Faces Rate Increase Appeal
The Star questions a 49 to 50 percent rate hike proposed by the Northern Virginia Power Company, urging a full hearing and transparent evidence. It notes unreported city impacts, including street lighting and electric water pumps, and calls for clear justification beyond postwar conditions.
Firecracker rules on Main and Piccadilly streets
Chief of Police M A Doran announces regulations for firecracker use during Christmas. Firecrackers allowed within reasonable bounds except on Main Street between Cork and Piccadilly and on Piccadilly between Braddock and Market. No loaded canes allowed anywhere. Lost: Saturday night rewards listed at Star office.
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M. A. Doran
Main Street
Cork
Piccadilly
Bettween Braddock
Market
Sinn Fein Leaders Call on Wilson to Visit Ireland
Resolutions urging President Wilson to visit Ireland for inquiry into conditions and to gauge Irish desire for self rule were adopted at Sinn Fein and nationalist meetings across southern Ireland. Demonstrations honored the President with the Star Spangled Banner played and flags displayed. Cardinal Logue approved the movement at Armagh meetings.
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Dublin
Wilson
Ireland
Sinn Fein
Nationlist
South Ireland
Cardinal Logue
Armagh
Wilson Opposes Sinking of German Fleet
Paris dispatch notes American envoys to the peace conference have not decided the disposition of the German fleet. President Wilson plans a conference with William C. Sharp in Paris. In Washington, Wilson remains unalterably opposed to sinking the surrendered fleet, contradicting earlier dispatches.
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Star
Paris
Wilson
William C. Sharp
France
Washington
Wanted Good Reliable Woman as Child's Nurse
A short wartime era help wanted notice seeking a dependable woman to serve as a nurse for a child. Apply at the Care Star Office by mail or phone.
Air Law Code to Be Set by January Conference
London dispatch reports an international air law conference in January will establish a future code for adoption at the peace conference. The plan aims to create a standardized set of rules governing air lines and aviation conduct for global acceptance.
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the Star
London
Senate To Vote On Revenue Bill
Washington December 23 1919 the Senate prepared to remain in continuous session until the final vote on the revenue bill for 1919 20 is taken Senator Kenyon of Iowa opened the debate attacking the finance committee for striking most luxury taxes from the bill he accused the Democrats of abandoning their former policy of burdening those least able to bear the taxes
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The
Star
Washington
Senate
Kenyon
Idwa
Senate Finance Committee
Ihe
Vienna Faces A Gloomy Winter
A Vienna dispatch quotes Colonel Hayes of the British Red Cross saying thousands will perish from cold and exposure unless relief arrives. He warns Vienna is starving, with people dying of exposure, clothing sold for food, and coal rationed to forty pounds weekly.
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White
The
Star
London
Vienna
Vienn
Colonel Hayes
Reda Cross
Britain plans to forward supplies through Holland via Scheldt river
An unconfirmed report circulated today states Great Britain will send supplies to the British army of occupation through the Scheldt river and Limburg province, despite Scheldt river traversing Dutch territory and Limburg being a Dutch province.
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Urussels
Holland
Scheldt Riven
Limberg
Scheldt
Lombeerg
Restrictions Lifted on Enemy Aliens in U S Zones
The Department of Justice announced that all restrictions on enemy aliens entering barred zones and presence in prohibitive areas are lifted effective December 25. The order follows the attorney general's recommendation and was approved by President Wilson by telegraph. The rules aimed to protect war resources from sabotage.
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the Star
Washington
Department of Justice
Attorney General
Wil
Christmas hours and holiday closings announced by Fred S Boyd
The store will open Christmas Day from 9 to 11 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. with items such as Huyler's, Martha Washington Candies, Kodaks, and perfumes. It will be closed otherwise on Christmas Day, with a Sunday hour noted, while the firm asks consumers to await advised facts from the public notice.
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Huyler’s
Martha Washington
Fred S. Boyd
Fried
S. Boyd
Montenegro and Serbia Union Reported by Belgians
Belgians are officially notified of the union of Montenegro and Serbia. War Savings Stamps are urged as investments to support soldiers.
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Montenegro
Serbia
Tractors Impress At Green Orchard Demonstration
A Friday tractor demonstration at the Green orchard drew about 260 spectators. Plowing and hillside tests showcased several makes including Case Wallis Fordson and Cleveland, with a plan for a larger field demonstration in spring to display farming capabilities.
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Green Orchard
Harvesters
Wallis
Fordson
Cleveland
Christmas Savings Club at Commercial & Savings Bank
Money for Xmas folks need money and the best method is the Christmas Savings Club. The bank promotes seven classes from penny plans to 2.50 per week with no fees or fines. You can join as many classes as you desire and the opportunity is passing. join now.
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Savings Bank
Commercial & Savings Bank
Christmas Morning Entertainment At The Empire
A Christmas morning event is planned at 10 o clock for Empire guests. The gathering is described as open to both white and colored attendees, continuing a custom of shared festive entertainment.
Local Store Observes Xmas Hours and Open Slips
Our store will observe the holiday closing hours on Christmas day. It will open from 9 to 11 a m and 1 to 5 p m. For job printing needs the Star Job office is equipped to turn it out quickly.
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Star
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Eral
Persh
Charles H. Will's
Preme Court of the
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Tion
Associated Press
Ing
International News Service
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Esthenia
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Ae Poe
Main St
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People's Drug Store
Berne
Tate
Baker's Drug Store
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