Water and Sewer Bond Issue Sells for $185,948.30
The water and sewer bond issue sold for 185 thousand 948 dollars and 30 cents. The sale results show a high bid of 197 thousand dollars in the Balti region.
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28 Dec 1923
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Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1923
Page
1
City approves Baltimore bond bids for Winchester water project
City Council selects bids from A and Nelson firms of Baltimore for $1,919,000 water and sewer improvement bonds. Finance committee recommends the deal after a special session. Other bids from Notivin Company and Title Guarantee and Trust cited. adult details show interest at 4.3 percent and expected safeguarding of funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sitire Kane
Lion
and Company
Nelson, E and Company
Baltimore
Ss & ’ F Y Mertiriea Cheek
Shinen
W. T. Barr
Title Guarantee and Trust
Notivin — Company
Neeme
Williams Thoush
Pada
Rae
Fue
Iit
Uuncilmen
Baetjer, Cooper and Mcicar Directiz Pita
Finance Committee
Council
Hansbrough and Carter
Winoneater
Jess
Nance Committee
Barr
Ae Thompson
Lee Fy Don
New York
United States ‘Mortgagé and “Trust Company
Christmas Celebration at Presbyterian Church Draws Large Crowd
The Cedar Presbyterian Church held its annual Christmas program on Wednesday evening with about an hour of music and recitations. Decorations featured a large Christmas tree, and gifts were distributed by George Jol-Aifte of Winchester. The Rev. Hoge Smith delivered a brief address and announced that offerings would benefit the Presbyterian Orphanage at Eynesbury. A solo by Mrs. Frank Reynolds and a Winchester quartet performance highlighted the event, praised for the committee’s work and festive spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chiff-Presbyterian
George Jol- Aifte
Winchester
Santa Claus
Ita
North
Hoge Smith
Eynesbure
Frank Reynolds
Joseph “Hodgson
Prank
Box Oranges Advertisement at Fountain Street
Florida stock display promises choice sweet oranges with prize coin offer. Cooper Mose & Oil Co invites readers to bring their name at 19 East Piccadilly Street for the Gold Coin prize. ad directions are inside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Cooper Mose & Oil Co
Piccadilly
Local Subscribers Offered January Discount on Crystals Flour
Readers are urged to take advantage of a January discount for paid-in-advance Core 9 Star products. The notice promotes starting the new year with Crystal Flour and highlights early payment savings.
Sproul Urged By Many To Run For Governor
Supporters in the Valley back Hugh B. Sproul of Staunton for Virginia governor citing his business and public service record. They note his role on the Highway Commission, wartime food administration work, banking and coal interests, and argue voters favor economy and no tax hikes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh B. Sproul
Staunton
Sproul
Virginia
West Virginia
Will
Unclear OCR fragment reports storm damage near Pretoria
Fragmentary text describes a storm affecting Poundelstones and Pretoria area with casualties described as few. Mentions extensive damage and flooding, with an estimated cost in the hundreds of thousands of pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poundelstones
Pretoria
Arica
Atrac
60 Acre Farm at Auction in West Virginia
The Shanholtz Farm a 60 acre property near Inwood West Virginia with a six room slate roofed house and outbuildings will be auctioned on Wednesday January 2 1924 at 10 am The land supports blue grass firewood grain fruit and more and can be subdivided to suit buyers Auction offers free distribution of Gold Turkeys and Chickens Lunch available on site Sold by Herrells Real Estate Agency Winchester VA selling for the owner Private and Auction Sales
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanholtz
Inwood
West Virginia
Herrell
Winchester
Notice to Gas Consumers About Service Dates
Notice to gas customers warns not to request service on specified dates unless there is a serious issue. The message mentions annual inspection activities by Matac 38-1pst W. G. & E. L. Co. and directs readers to avoid unnecessary calls on those days.
Calenders mail request from Shenandoah Valley National Bank notice
A short Bank notice asks petrons or local friends to write or phone if calendars have not been furnished so one will be mailed. The item includes the bank's slogan Where Batuae Are Safe and is dated 27 Lp 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenandoah Valley Nation
L* Bank
Apples Are Dropping Prices On New York Market
A Virginia grower Logan R Fay argues that Western apples dumped on New York market ruin both states, explains costs from cultivation to packing and freight, and notes England as a major buyer. He claims high marketing charges reduce growers’ profits while consumers pay higher prices. Winchester Va Pee 27 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
colLewane
Kofmunication
York
The
New York
Logan R. Fay
Frederick County
New York Times
Virginia
England
Mills' Orchestra at Empire Tonight
Mills Orchestra of Berland Maryland will give a 20 minute concert at the Empire Theatre tonight before the Christmas dance at Hotel Jack hosted by local young men. The attraction drew a big crowd at the Empire two weeks ago. The feature film Six Days is the new attraction today at the Empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills
Berland
Empire Theatre
Hotel Jack
The
Empire
the Empire
Subscriptions Now Open For Evening Star Premium Draw
Premiums will be awarded at 2 P M on December 31 to readers holding lucky numbers. No one will receive the $20 premium unless present at the drawing. Subscriptions paid in advance qualify for discounts.
Moonshine Still Activity Sparking Violence in Washington County
Dozens of moonshine stills are said to operate openly in the mountains near Washington County. A rogue revenuer is said to have risked his life entering the dens to curb activity. Attacks, arson, and shootings terrorize towns from Hagerstown to Smithsburg as authorities struggle to halt the gang violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Fastness
Hagerstown
Wash N
Wanted 25 men to work in apples
Hiring drive by C. L. Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Co. seeks 25 men immediately for apple handling and packing. Interviews and work start at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apples
C. L. Robinson, Ice and Cold Storage CO
Special Prices Ford Cord and See Tires at Drive In
Gasoline oils and greases offered by The Standard Gas & Oil Sup. Co Inc. at a drive in station with promotional prices on tires and fabrics. Bertha von Hillern advertised homemade rolls and rusks made with crystal flour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford Cord
Standard Gas & Oil Sup. Co. Inc
Bertha von Hillern
Darning Needle Triggers German Court Dispute
In Kiel on December 28 a lawsuit centers on a single darning needle. The case, moved from Hollstein district court to a higher court, argues whether a district judge can decide cases involving items of modest value. The neighbor dispute over ownership escalates as the needle becomes a test item in the litigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiel
Germany
Hollstein
Passing of John Gardiner in Winchester Area
John Gardiner, a well known county resident, died suddenly Thursday night at his home near Winchester. He was born in the county, married Miss Exama Sarah Bean, and leaves wife M Clark, sixteen grandchildren, and several farms in Frederick County. He was a longtime member of the United Brethren Church at Greenway, Clarke County. Funeral services held at the church with Pastor Mr. Hook conducting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gardiner
Front Royal Road
Winchester
Hook
William, Gardiner
Gawlinoy
Exama Sarah Bean
Gardiner
M Clark
Sara
Aoeperty
Frederick County
United Brethren Church
Greenway
Clarke County
Losses Spread Across Stocks as Tax Selling Emerges
In a broad market session most stocks finished slightly lower while several weak spots appeared. Tax selling showed again with notable selling pressure in the morning. Call loan rates stood at 5 1 2 percent as banks reduced lending in anticipation of year end. The report from New York notes buying support fading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associat
New York
Dec. S
French Dirigible Dixmude Lost At Sea
Paris report confirms the French dirigible Dixmude lost at sea after a 72 hour cruise starting December 18 from Marseilles. Telegram from the naval attache says the body of Lieutenant Grenadin, commander of the missing airship, was found in Sicilian waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Rone
Grenadin
Sicilian
Marseilles
Hardy County Couple Wed in Winchester
R. R. Grim and Mrs. Catherine Liggett of Hardy County West Virginia obtained marriage licenses in Winchester and were married by Rev. A A Kelly at Grace Lutheran Church parsonage 126 North Market Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. R. Grim
Catherine Liggett
Hardy County
W. Va
Winchester
Corporation Court
Grace Lutheran Church Parsonage
No. 126
North Market Street
A.A. Kelly
Gift Shop Prize Numbers Announced
Notice lists prize-winning numbers No. 94 No. 118 No. 334 No. 372 and No. 407 and asks holders to call for prizes at once. Source appears from a Gift Shop notice.
Beneficent Rotary Club Social Highlights and Honors
A fragmented report notes Rotarians hosting guests at their meeting. Inductions and recognitions are mentioned for notable figures including Frederick Gray, a federation leader, and a silver inductee. Attendees from Kentucky and Madison are referenced amid garbled lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Igat
Hal
Frederick
Pay Now and Leave Special Jang Urges Quick Action
A concise notice urges immediate payment to settle a special charge labeled Jang Pay Now and Leave. The fragment hints at a deadline and enforceable action but lacks full details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jang
Paid in Advance Subscriptions Offer
Readers are urged to subscribe now and save on payment. The ad highlights a discount for prepaid subscriptions and promotes a lower rate, urging action to secure the deal.
Pant Your Subscription For 1924 Savings
A fragment notes a subscription price of nine pounds for 1924 with a call to save money on the periodical. The readable text lacks full context but indicates a promotional pricing offer.
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