Local jitney driver Henry McKee arrested on contraband liquor charge
Henry McKee well known jitney driver was arrested by Policeman Armel on transporting liquor charges. He posted bonds totaling 1,000 for court appearance and 600 for his car, with two certified bank checks. A search warrant at City Hall station uncovered five gallons of liquor and a revolver, alcohol described as moonshine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry McKee
Armel
McKee
Corporation Court
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Doran
Pannett
East Piccadilly Street
City Hall
Supinger
Harry R. Kern
What No Man Knows At Audit
Holding exclusive rights for the first local showing of Clara Kimball Young’s What No Man Knows arrives next Monday for Christmas matinee and night. The film, fresh from Moore’s Rialto Theatre in Washington, features Little Jean Carpenter from Through the Back Door and is praised as her best work to date. Also on the bill is a two reel comedy A Clever Dummy starring Ben Turpin and the feature Breaking Thru.
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Clara Kimball Young
Charles Chaplin
Tom Mix
Moore’s Rialto Theatre
Washington
Lada Cowani
Jean Carpenter
Mary Pickford
Winchester
Ben Turpin
Business Men's Club Seeks New Members for Christmas Club
In this city the Business Men's Club invites local residents to join its Christmas savings plan. The message notes a weekly five dollar contribution, totaling two hundred fifty three dollars and seventy five cents. Shen Valley National Bank endorses the effort urging participation.
Whitman’s 3 Christmas Candy at Baker's New Drug Store
A short ad notes Whitman’s three Christmas candy items available at Baker's New Drug Store with prices shown as 0- tn-4t in vintage typography.
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Whitman's
Baker's New Drug Store
Body of 5 year old found in suitcase at Hotel Albany
Tessie Kucharsky, 5, who disappeared from the Bellmore Hotel, was found strangled in a suitcase hidden in a closet at Hotel Albany. George Garris 45, carpenter, claimed the girl as his granddaughter and is89 sought by police. Her father is under arrest for an assault on another girl. autopsy confirms death by strangulation with bed ticking. Michael Roman and Samuel Pesky, bartenders at the Bellmore, are held as material witnesses.
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Associated Press
New Brune N. J
Tessie Kucharski
Bellmore Hotel
Albany
George Garris
Carpenter
Tessie
New Brunswick
N. J
Michael Roman
Samuel Pesky
Assist Priest Here Elizabeth Barr and Edward Barr Visit
Miss Elizabeth Barr of Randolph Macon Woman's College Lynchburg Virginia and Mr Edward Barr of the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill arrived last evening to spend Christmas with their parents Mr and Mrs C Fred Barr at their home on West Water street.
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Elizabeth Barr
Randolph- Macon ‘Woman's’ College
Lynchburg
Edward Barr
University of North Carolina
Chapel
Hml
N. C
C. Fred. ‘Barr
West Water Street
Christmas Eve program at Grace Lutheran Church
Children of Grace Lutheran Church Sunday school present a Christmas program at 7 p m Saturday in the church auditorium. Superintendent A L Green presides with Rev A A Kelly delivering a Yuletide address. The program features choruses, prayers, readings, recitations, solos, a gift distribution, and benediction.
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Grace Lutheran Church
A. L. Green
A A. Kelly
Yuletide
Worth-While Christmas Club at Commercial & Savings Bank
The Christmas Savings Club at The Commercial & Savings Bank invites membership with categories 1c to 2.50 per week, no fees or fines, open Saturday nights. Last year over 1,000 enrolled. members praise it and are encouraged to join before the holiday rush.
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Commercial and Savings Bank
Valley
Hicks Motor Co cuts prices for cash buyers
Strictly cash terms slash shop labor to 1.25 from 1.50 and first class mechanic to 0 cents per hour. gasoline 26 12 cents per gallon down from 27. oils and tires 10 percent off. accessories 10 percent off. Credit offered only with deposit in credit department. Browne manager.
Funeral announced for Mrs Eliza Ellen Brown
Mrs Eliza Ellen Brown wife of Albert C Brown dies aged 73 at 613 North Market Street Winchester. Funeral from home Saturday at 2 pm conducted by Rev A A Kelly and Rev Walter Mark Depp with interment in Mount Hebron. pallbearers include James M Brown George Branner Edward J Fries Charles M Ebert J Henry Moling Sr and M Lohr Capper.
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Eliza Ellen Brown
Albert C. Brown
North Market Street
A. A. Kelly
Grace Lutheran Church
Walter Mark Depp
Mount Hebron Cemetery
James M. Brown
George Branner
Edward J. Fries
Charles. M. Ebert
J. Henry Moling, Sr
M. Lohr Capper
C. Clay Brown
E. A. Blackshere
Baltimore
Minnie C. Seal
W. M. Seal
Moling and Seal
City
Edward FE. Sellars
Oakland
Elza Kinead
Bradish
Neb
Edward J. Fletcher
Schuyler
Christmas Picture At Auditorium Saturday
A brief item advertises a western style Christmas story showing at the auditorium on Saturday with back page ad. A lost package of merchandise on Front Royal road between Winchester and Double Toll gate offers a reward at Brill and Ritter's store.
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Front Royal Road
Winchester
Double Tollgate
Brill & Ritter
Free Tomorrow Handkerchief Offer at Conner's Bargain Store
Public notice announces a promotional event at Conner's Bargain Store with a free handkerchief for each customer set for the following day. Details on location and times are implied by the store's advertisement.
Empire Theatre Offers Free Art Calendars Tomorrow
The Empire Theatre will give a First National Art Calendar to each attendee at the Saturday evening show. Performances are at 6:30 and 9:00 featuring The Fighting Chance and a program of feature and comedy topics. Calendars display twelve stars including Norma Talmadge Barthelmess Talmadge Negri Neildin MacDonald Stewart and Keaton plus Chaplin. Supplies are limited so arrive early for regular ticket pricing.
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Empire Theatre
First National
Robert W. Chamber
Norma Talmadge
Richard Barthelmess
Connie Talmadge
Charles Ray
Pola Negri
Marshall Neildin
Katherine MacDonald
Anita Stewart
Dorothy Phillips
Buster Keaton
Charles Chaplin
Wesley Barry
Harlee's Confectionery Offers Toys to Needy Children
Harlee's on Main Street announces Christmas gifts for Winchester's poor children who lack visitors from Santa. A responsible adult must accompany each child to vouch for the giver’s good intentions. gifts ready tonight and tomorrow.
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Winchester
Santa Claus
Harlee
Main Street
Or Harlee
Byrd Suggested as State Chairman by Gazette
The Alexandria Gazette urges Harry Flood Byrd of Winchester as state chairman. The editor cites his youth experience and loyalty to Democratic policies and traditions and argues the mantle of his distinguished uncle could fall on no more worthy shoulders.
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Harry Flood Byrd
Winchester
Alexandria Gazette
Vivian Martin in Empire Tonight at the Goldwyn Star
The Empire presents Vivian Martin in a new Goldwyn feature about a young actress's stage life and trials. Also shows a funny comedy and Fables for patrons with affordable pricing. Matinee at two thirty.
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The
Empire
Goldwyn
Vivian Martin
Dutton Heads Home for Christmas Visit
Dr. Benjamin B. Dutton departed yesterday evening for his home in Middlesex County Virginia to spend Christmas with his parents Dr. and Mrs. Dutton and other relatives. He plans to return to Winchester next Tuesday December 27.
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Benjamin B. Dutton
Middlesex County
Virginia
Dutton
Winchester
Holly and Mistletoe Available at The Flower Shop
The Flower Shop lists Holly and Mistletoe as scarce items priced at 17-1p-tt each. Describes limited stock and availability for holiday decor needs.
Blooming Plants for Xmas Arrive at the Flower Shop
The Flower Shop announces arrival of 17-1p stock including poinsettias primroses clematis cherries and more for Xmas season shoppers. Limited quantities and in-store displays available.
Crisfield Oysters Offer Special Friday Saturday
Standard and Selects oysters priced for Friday and Saturday at $2.25 and $2.45 per gallon. Listings note gifts for family and friends and advertise low prices from P. C. Neidemeyer & Co at the Water and Main corner. Phone 414 shown for Snapp.
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P. C. Neidemeyer & Co
Cor
World In Transition lecture stresses Germany’s recovery vital to farmers
Isaac F. Marcosson spoke at Winchester City Hall on the World In Transition, arguing that American farm prosperity hinges on Germany’s economic rehabilitation and Russia’s revival. He warned Europe remains fractured with England faring best among troubled nations, and praised Colonel Watterson’s memory.
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City Hall Auditorium
Isaac F. Marcosson
Winchester
Handley
Handley Board of Trustees
Marcosson
R. Gray Williams
Saturday Evening Post
Louisville
Kentucky
Louisville Courier-Journal
Henry Watterson
Jacksonville
Miorida
Marecosson
James Lane Allen
Witcoott
Germany
Russia
France
England
Colonel Watterson
Siberia
Gore Virginia announces string music event by committee
A notice from Gore Virginia indicates a December 28 and 29 event in the New Hall with string music, issued by a local committee.
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Gore
P. O
New Hall
Two Voovil Acts Audit Tonight
Two high class double acts and a fine comedy drama headline a program starring Shirley Mason and a new Sunshine act. The notice promises entertainment including Singer Midget Scandal and other features with details on the back page.
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Shirley Mason
New Sunshine
Scandal
School Carol Singers Meet at Kerr Building
All school children destined to sing Christmas carols meet at the John Kerr Building at 7 p m Saturday December 24 23 1p 21 Mrs Gertrude Rogan arrived to spend holidays with her nephew Dr Hunter N McGuire on North Braddock street Harold C Sheetz Jr spending Christmas vacation with parents on South Washington street just home from Randolph Macon College Kathleen Garvin left yesterday to visit relatives and friends in Lynchburg Virginia
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John Kerr
Gertrude Rogan
Hunter N. McGuire
North Braddock Street
Harold C. Sheetz, Jr
South
Washington Street
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland
Kathleen Garvin
Lynchburg, Va
Jewelry Bargains At Crane Jewelry Winchester
Advotes jewelry bargains for a few days at F R Crane Jeweler S Main St Winchester Virginia. Mentions Paul Fawcett son of Mr and Mrs Fawcett of Benwood W Va returning home after visits to relatives here.
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F. R. Crane
Jeweler
S. Main St
Winchester
Virginia
Paul Fawcett
Ied
Vawcett
Benwood
W. Va
No Snow and Cold Weather Christmas Predicted
The Associated Press reports Washington weather officials expect warmer conditions with rain today across the eastern half of the country, reducing snow in most areas. Eastern regions will turn colder by Christmas Day, with the exception of the far north.
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Ae Associated Press
Washington
Weather Bureau
Pennsylvania
Bargains on Reed Chairs and Rockers Reach Town
Shoppers are alerted to new stock of Reed chairs and rockers arriving today at the Reed Furniture firm. The sale promises low prices and quick turnover as inventory moves rapidly through the showroom.
Shen Valley National Bank Advertisement Offer
An old bank ad offers a weekly payment plan of $1.00 for 50 weeks promising a $50.75 check next Christmas and mentions Saturday night hours from 7 to 9.
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Shen
Valley National Bank
Oranges and Apples at C. L. Robinson Cold Storage
Fruit pricing at C. L. Robinson Cold Storage lists Rome Beauty apples at 3.25 per box and oranges at 2.50 per bushel with no additional context or dates.
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Rome
C. L. Robinson
Best Christmas Club in the Shenandoah Valley
The Shenandoah National Bank promotes a Christmas club inviting members to join or renew each year. A business men's club option offers $250 planned for next December with interest, funded by early December mailings. Members may prepay any amount and enjoy the noted savings program.
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Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Braddock Street M. E. Sunday School welcomes all
Shenandoah Valley National Bank notes Friday December 23 meeting at 22 1p 21 Braddock Street for the M E Sunday School. The notice invites everyone to attend.
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Braddock Street
M. E
Elks Christmas Cheer For Winchester Lodge
Winchester Lodge 867 Elks prepare a Christmas program at the lodge corner Braddock and Piccadilly streets Monday December 26 at 7 PM. Santa will visit a bright Christmas tree while candy gifts are given to worthy children. An elaborate music program under Mrs H D Fuller leads the event. The lodge will also hand out Christmas baskets to the poor on Christmas Eve.
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Winchester Lodge No
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Elks Age
Braddock and
Piccadi Streets
Santa Claus
H. D. Fuller
the Elks
Woolen overcoats from Winchester Mills offered at Conner's Bargain Store
Special price on all wool overcoats guaranteed by Winchester Woolen Mills. Items marketed through Conner's Bargain Store.
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Winchester
Conner
Tragic death of Mrs Hawse in Romney smokehouse
Mrs Hawse ended her life by hanging in the family smokehouse at home in Romney West Virginia. Her husband was at work and daughter Kag J Hawse was away on a telegram assignment. The body was cut down, with family and local residents present, and the funeral was held at the Methodist Church with burial at Indian Mound Cemetery.
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Romney
W. Va
Harry Cunning
Efites
Mr. Hawke
Star Service Schedule Notice for December 26
The newspaper will not publish Star on December 26 due to Christmas observance. The usual schedule resumes the following day with 21 1p 4t noted in the issue.
Ice Cream Plant Advancements and Christmas Specials
Notice to old customers announces plans for a new plant and liveries to private families on Sun Dec 25 at Gamber's Quality Ice Cream with Christmas specials Van Orange and Pineapple. Orders due by Saturday. Garber Mfg Co Inc listed with Pana address. Odd pants advertised in the big sale at Conner's Bargain Store.
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Sun Dec
Gamber
Sige Garber Mfg. Co., Inc
Virginia Chemical Co Offers Lime and Sulphur for Immediate Shipment
Advertises lime and sulphur for immediate shipment with guaranteed test 32. Extends cheerful season greetings and blessings, signed by Virginia Chemical Co, Stephens City.
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Virginia Chemical CO
Stephens City
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R. M. Swimley
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Neidemeyer
George Hawse
Orchard Supply
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