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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1922

Page

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Jury acquits Rich ard Bogginson in Clearbrook shooting case

A Frederick county Circuit Court jury acquitted Rich ard Bogginson colored of complicity in the Sept 7 shooting at Clearbrook. The defense argued he only drove a car hired by Hagerstown negroes. one passenger, Harry Lynch, confessed to two shooters.

Frederick County Richard Bogginson Clearbrook Stuart Whettell Bogginson Hagerstown Winchester West Virginia Harry Lynch Hamilton Lynch

Growers to Elect Officers January 6

The Frederick County Fruit Growers and Farmers Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday January 6 at 2 p m in the Handley Library Auditorium. Elections of officers will be held and purchasing of supplies and matters of importance will be discussed. J R Dushane Secretary.

Frederick County Fruit Growers’ and Farmers’ Association Handley Library J. R. Dushane Sec’y

Adams & Adams Postpones Office Hours Until January Second

Our office will be closed until Monday January 2 due to illness in our family. Adams and Adams chiropractors.

Xmas Savings Club offer from Shen Valley National Bank

We invite you to join the Xmas Savings Club for 1923 with weekly payments of varying amounts. The bank promises prompt service and interest, with a convenient window for deposits at Shen Valley National Bank.

Xmas Savings Club SHEN Valley National Bank

Shenandoah Valley Bank Opens Holiday Savings Club

Shenandoah Valley National Bank invites customers to join a Christmas savings club with graded deposits from 10c to $5.00, promising paid back with interest before Christmas. Savings accounts earn 3 percent, CDs 4 percent. Open Saturdays 7 to 9 PM.

Sale of 8 room residence at 1010 South Main St

In front of the Court House at 12 noon this Saturday a desirable eight room house with a large lot at 1010 South Main Street will be sold. Immediate possession will be given according to sale bills.

South Main St Court House

Young mother dies of peritonitis in Winchester

Regina Douglas Seal, 29, wife of John H. Seal Jr., died after a brief illness of peritonitis at her father in law's home in Winchester. Born in Spottswood and educated at Fort Loudoun Seminary and Mary Baldwin, she left two young children, Ann and John, and her husband to mourn her. Funeral arrangements will be set after her father arrives from Spottswood.

John H. Seal, Jr Regina Douglas Seal John H. Seal J. H. Seal West Cork Street Seal Winchester Spottswood Mr. Seal Mrs. Seal George Luther Dull Ann Douglas John Hamilton Marvin Dull Fort Loudoun Mary Baldwin Seminary Staunton North Carolina Centenary Reformed Church

Attractively Located Home On Clifford Street

Real estate listing for a groom house with bath and sleeping porch between Main and Market on Clifford Street. Describes the property as attractive with the price labeled as right. Winchester Realty Co. contact details provided.

New Groom House Bath Main Market Sts Clifford Winchester Realty CO

County Couple Married Here

Melvin H. Ebersole and Miss Pauline C. Granelli, both of the Stephens City section of Frederick county, were married late yesterday afternoon at the parsonage of the United Brethren Church on North Avenue by Rev. George W. Stover. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Granelli, and the groom, a cooper by trade, is the son of Mr. and Mrs David Ebersole. They expect to make their home in the county.

Melvin H. Ebersole Pauline C. Granelli Stephens City Frederick County United Brethren Courch North Avenue George W. Stover Charles Granelli David Ebersole

Stockholders Meeting of Shenandoah Valley National Bank

The annual stockholders meeting for election of directors will be held in the bank room on Tuesday January 9 1923 at eleven oclock. Shenandoah Valley National Bank Winchester Va by W G Hardy cashier Dec 8 1922.

Shenandoah Valley National Bank Winchester W. G. Hardy

John Murnan Dies in Atlanta Telegram Reports

A telegram announces the death of John Murnan a Winchester native in a sanitarium in Atlanta Georgia He had been in poor health for about six months The deceased formerly ran the Ansley hotel in Atlanta and earlier worked with Patrick H Reardon in Winchester He leaves a large family including his mother Mrs Alice Murnan and brothers J Edward Maurice Murnan M B Murnan and others Funeral plans call for his remains to be brought to Winchester for interment at a later date.

John Murnan Winchester Atlanta Georgia Murnan Alice Murnan Mtter Mr. Murnan M. B. Murnan J. Edward Murnan Maurice M. Murnan J. Taylor Murnan Jacksonville Fla Nora E. Murnan Harrisonburg Georgie Groves Mamie A. Murnan Nannie E. Murnan

MISS STEWART IN PERSON AT EMPIRE TONIGHT

Miss Bebe Stewart cousin of Anita Stewart performs tonight at the Empire Theatre in a personal appearance with a studio scene and moving picture apparatus. Audience members may go on stage for a free film, with tests for volunteers and free copies mailed to participants after the eight thirty show. Continuous screenings all week.

Empire Theatre Bebe Stewart Anita Stewart Fine Arts Pictures Baltimore The Empire

Wilson Birthday Greetings From Winchester Committee

Winchester Virginia December 28 1922 the Winchester Committee for the Woodrow Wilson Foundation Fund telegrams Hon Woodrow Wilson Washington D C greeting him on his sixty sixth birthday. Message from B M Roszel chairman Lucy F Kurtz secretary H D Fuller treasurer and others praising his work for America and humanity.

Winchester Woodrow Wilson Washington, D. C Woodrow . Wilson Foundation Fund America B. M. Roszel Lucy F. Kurtz Sedy H. D. Fuller Frances Peyton Page Bertha Snapp George B. Roszel B. F. Arthur, JR

Christmas Radiator Coves and Jewelry Found on Rouss Ave

Mystery items including radiator coves rebes chains and a topaz breastpin were reported on Rouss Ave in Mid-City. Mrs. George Barrie offers a $4 reward for return or information, with contact details provided.

Rouss Avé Ottra George Barrie

Chester Section Tour Details Include Lower Valley

Tour notes mention 18.70 figures for the Lower Valley area and list Chester Section details. No additional context or names provided.

Oop Lower Valley

Michigan Tours Plan 1923 Caravan to Washington and Winchester

J H Brown of Battle Creek announces the fifth annual Michigan Automobile Tours to Washington D C with over 100 cars pledged. The itinerary includes Winchester and the Shenandoah Valley on the homeward leg. The route covers nine states, limits cars to about 210, and favors campfire programs and civic hospitality in Winchester.

J. H. Brown Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce Fair Grounds Washington Winchester Shenandoah Valley New Market Michigan Automobile Tours J. Brown Mr. Brown Andrew Bell Lower Michigan Washington, D. C Brown Bell United States Toshington George B. Horton Fruit Ridge Fremont Akron Grove’ City Pittsburgh Uniontown Cumberland Hagerstown Frederick Wheeling Zanesville Columbus Findlay Oho

Minors Barred From Pool Rooms Enforcement Grows

Police move to enforce an 18 year age limit at pool rooms in East Winchester. Toni Armstead faces a fine for permitting underage patrons after Lester Parker, 16, was found playing there. Parker’s family Bible confirms his age and he is released on a promise to avoid driving until 18.

Toni Armstead East Winchester Dove Lester Parker Parker Armstead Winchester

Handley Heights lots on market and public notices

Deeds show Handley Heights property near Valley Turnpike west of Handley School grounds listing 24 building lots. Lot sales by Baker and Shryock. property within corporation limits. Also notices of lost overcoat and velvet handbag at local dance, a high school alumni dance on Dec 29, and poultry wanted by Cal Bell.

Corporation Court Handley Heights Valley Turnpike Handley School Harry C. Stouffer Baker and Shryock Corporation Jack Baker & Shrycks Richard Gray

Money Makes a Merry Christmas Savings Club Ad

Miss Rebecca Eddy leaves for Baltimore to visit relatives and friends for a few days. The notice promotes a Christmas Savings Club offered by Commercial & Savings Bank as a seasonal savings opportunity.

Rebecca Eddy Baltimore

City Council Tackles School Board Request for 15000

The Star prints the first of two installments by City Councilman J H Henry examining the public school funding request of 15000 and the Handley funds. He cites Virginia law and council limits while promising thorough investigation of spending and value.

The Star Today J. H. Henry Mr. Henry the Star Superintendent of Public Instruction Richmond Grim Handley Board Mll Page

Investment Advertisement for Hansbrough and Carter

Absolutely safe securities issued in blocks of 100 dollars and up non taxable interest paid promptly Hansbrough and Carter Winchester Virginia Insurance Loans Real Estate.

Hansbrough & Carter Winchester

Safe deposit boxes offered for rent in burglar proof vault

Advertises safe deposit boxes for wills insurance policies bonds mortgages and other securities. Highlights protection from fire or theft and annual prices from two to ten dollars.

SHEN Valley National Bank

Orchard Supply Co. Causes Fatal Harm With Poison Plan

A report describes a fatal harm linked to a plan involving poison, wheat, special glass containers, and strychnine sulfate. Mentions tree protectors and wood saw frames and saws in connection with the incident. The article names Orchard Supply Co. as connected to the event.

WIN Orchard Supply CO

Lost Overcoat Found at Rouss Hall Reminder

Lost overcoat reported at Rouss Hall. Please return to Victor Arthur to recover the coat.

Will American Legion Rouss Hall Victor Arthur

Fresh Milk Best Grade at Jones' Creamery Ad

Local ad notes fresh milk of best grade from Jones' Creamery with pickup details. Mentions QT Daily De Livery and Bell phone for orders and hints at a Farmers and Merchants National Bank back-page advertisement.

Bell Phone Jones’ Creamery The Farmers and Merchants National Bank, Iptt

License tag system for 1923 motor vehicles adopted

The Chamber of Commerce prepared to issue licenses for trucks and motorcycles as the secretary’s department oversees motor vehicles. About 100,000 tags have been distributed to cities, with 1923 license sets ready by February 7 and penalties for late issuance. Fees vary by vehicle type, with passenger cars 60 cents per horsepower and a minimum of 10 dollars, trucks 15 dollars per ton plus extras, and dealers 50 dollars. Registration required on transfer and ownership changes require reregistration.

Chamber of Commerce Ae Ce Bell Commerce Loc D Ter Frederick Ders Chamber of Ree Avin Addi al

South End Hose Hall Decorated For Christmas Display

Santa Claus visited the South End Hose Camp on West Monmouth Street to view festive decorations. The hall features green and red greenery and lights with a central cotton tree and trée décor. Decorations remain until after the company meeting on Monday when a large crowd is expected for the election.

Christmore Santa Claus South End Monmouth Street

Also Mentioned on This Page

Richard Ed Negry Adams & Adams, Chiropractors MAS Savings Club Val Main St Herman H, Hable TRY Herrell’s Real Estate Winchester, VA Stockholders’ Meeting Empire Tonight John Marnes Miss Stewart Wilson Woodrow Wilsdn Woodrow Wilson Foundation Mr. Wilson Michigan Associ Ation Chester Mr. Bell Valley of Virginia Winchester Fair Grounds Is Hall Marshall Baker Star Office H. D. Albin Commercial & Savings Bank Cley State Department of Public
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