Jurors sworn to try Wallace in prohibition inspector case
A Manassas jury was formed quickly to try William C. Hall, state prohibition inspector, for the March murder of Raymond Shackelford and Lawrence Hudson. The defense asserts Hudson pulled Hall into the car and struck him with a bottle. Hall will plead self defense amid security precautions following earlier demonstrations.
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Associated Press
Manassas
Willam
Lawrence Hudson
Raymond Shackelford
Hall
Hudson
William C. Hall
Prince William County
Brent
Alexandria
Winchester
Woodstock
Shenandoah County
20 Whole Minutes Lost in New York
A power house accident in Manhattan caused a half hour tie up of subway lines and led to a three minute stock exchange delay after opening. The exchange reopened at 10 30, and few traders were present as many workers were late.
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New York
Associated Press
Manhattan Subway
New York Stock Exchange
Irregularities sweep New York stock market trading
The stock market opened irregularly with many gains cancelled as rails and shippings softened on disappointing earnings, oils and tobaccos fell under pressure, and steels and equipment eased 1 to 2 points. General Motors fell back after an early rise as money market strains tightened call loans to 12 percent.
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Associated Press
New York
General Motors
Valley Auto Paint Co Services and Local Guest Visit
Valley Auto Paint Co offers automobile and coach painting, repair work, commercial and truck bodies, dent removal, and top restoration. Miss Ora Ennis of Williamstown NJ visits Mr and Mrs Sidney Smith on North Main Street.
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McVicar
Fair Ground
Ora Ennis
Williamstown
Mrs. Sidneymith
North Main Street
Empire Theater Christmas Treat for Winchester Children
The Empire Theater hosted a Christmas entertainment for Winchester and county children. Free admission to a picture program plus over $100 in treats, oranges, and candy were distributed to about 700 kids. F. E. Clerk of Handley Schools gave the address and helped present the gifts.
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Empire Theater
Winchester
County
New County Clerk Begins This Week in Frederick
The retiring Frederick County clerk Phil H. Gold prepares to turn over duties to successor Doe C. Brannon who will start January 1. Deputy Esther Ridgeway remains with Brannon and ex deputy Julian W. Baker will assist for weeks to help Brannon learn the office details.
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Circuit Court
Frederick County
Phil H. Gold
Doe C. Brannon
Esther Ridgeway
Julian W. Baker
Brannon
Baker
Clerk Gold
Potts' Grocery Co Wishes Season's Greetings
A Winchester Virginia note from Potts' Grocery Co extends season’s greetings and thanks customers for their favors during the year, expressing wishes for good health and prosperity in the coming year.
Public sale notice near town on 12 acre parcel
Notice of public sale Tuesday December 30 at 11 oclock for timber from 12 acres of land adjoining Frank Russell and Myron Parson, one mile from Nain post office. W M Janney.
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Tceloek
Frank Russell
Myron Parson
Nain
W. M. Janney
Moonshine Stills Destroyed in Roanoke Area Raid
In Roanoke Virginia on December 29, twenty three moonshine stills were destroyed in Franklin and Patrick counties by seven federal raid offices. Seven men were arrested, one Ford car seized, and about 100 gallons of corn whiskey valued at roughly $2500 taken. Names of arrestees are withheld. bonds were posted for a preliminary hearing.
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Roanoke
Franklin
Patrick Counties
W. B. Slusser
United States
For Sale Oakland Touring Car at Hotel Fairfax
Cleaning and pressing service by Troy Laundry on Water Street. Oakland touring car for sale, contact Graham B. Conner by Bell phone 172 at 19-1 p-eod-3t, apply Hotel Fairfax.
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Troy
Graham B. Conner
Bell Phone
Pathos
Oakland
Apply Hotel Fairfax
Christmas Tree For Neighborhood Children At Forest Glen
Mrs. Henry McVicar entertained local children at Forest Glen with a Christmas tree. Games music and fireworks delighted the youngsters and treats were provided by the hostess. Dr and Mrs FE Yost traveled to Baltimore for a throat operation.
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Henry McVicar
Forest Glen
FE . Yost
Baltimore
coal board ready to begin work in wage dispute
The Wilson-appointed coal strike commission met with Secretary Tumulty at the White House to outline its program. Operators and the Bituminous Coal Operators' Association joined the discussion as the group weighs possible wage and price adjustments within the 60 day deadline. Operators oppose lifting the 14 percent wage rise beyond that already granted and warn higher wages could raise production costs and coal prices.
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Washington
Wilson
Tumulty
White House
Palmer
Chigago
H. A. Garfield
Indianapolis
Grand Opening of Winchester Garage in Virginia
The Winchester Garage Inc invites all to its grand opening of the state’s largest and most modern fire proof garage. The event on January 2 features free dancing music and entertainment led by Mrs. Richard Griffith and Mr. Pierce Wathey. Free storage offered from December 23 to January 2.
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Winchester Garag Inc
Virginia
Floc
Richard Griffith
Pusie
Pierce Wathey
Winchester
Earage
Winchester Garage Inc
Brick House Quek Pos Session at National Bank
E A McGlathery applies at 9em for a brick house on National Avenue. The notice references a session or possession event dated around 29 January. Details are sparse in the fragment.
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E. A. McGlathery
Capper named city assessor in Winchester
Judge Whiting directed an order appointing M Lohr Capper as assessor of real estate in Winchester. Capper is expected to qualify soon and begin work, dedicating much time to the role for the coming period. State law requires real estate to be reassessed every five years for tax levies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whiting
Corporation Court
M. Lohr Capper
Winchester
Special Sale of 100 new records at Norton’s
Eight days only beginning today with one price drop period. The Shenandoah Valley National Bank declares a 5 percent semi annual dividend plus a 1 percent extra dividend payable January 1, 1920. Signed by Wm. G. Hardy cashier. 12-29-1p-41.
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Norton’s
Shenandoah
Valley National
Wm. G. Hardy
Norton
Christmas Savings Club Promises Largest Ever Formed
Follow the Crowd To The Commercial and Savings Bank to enroll in the Christmas Savings Club. Hundreds were happy as money was paid out, and the club aims to be the largest yet. Seven weekly classes from 2c to 2.50 and join as many as you please. First payment makes you a member with no fees or fines.
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Commercial & Savings Bank
Christmas Savings Club
New Year's Market Seeks Turkeys Ducks and Fatons
Wanted for New Year market: turkeys ducks bacon and heavy fatons. Delivery required by next Monday. H. D. Albin Piccadilly St. 24-1p-31.
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H. D. Albin
Piccadilly St
Taxpayers Notice and Vehicle Sale Ad
Taxpayers notice adds five percent to all 1919 state taxes not paid by December 31. City Treasurer WM T Barr signs. Also Bromley’s Garage advertises a Studebaker car for cash or liberty bonds in handy condition.
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WM. T. Barr
Studebaker
Bromley
Norton’s Ip Special Sale Eight Days Only
Special eight day sale announced by Norton’s Ip offering limited time discounts. Details show a broad range of items and reduced prices across departments with emphasis on value. Customers urged to visit store during the seven day window to take advantage of the promotions.
190 Acres Timber Property With Mill Site
190 acres of fine saw timber offering about 250000 feet. Water supply handy for a mill makes this an inexpensive quick purchase. Also note an employment brief seeking reliable domestic help for a small family at $250 monthly.
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Lyetely
Insurance - Joans - Realstat
Dec Contest Winners Announced for Tire Tube and Oil
The December contest names 108 as Tire winner 9635 as Tube winner and 339 percent as Oil winner. Bring in qualifying numbers to claim your premium at Ramsburg Auto Supply Co. You Pay Less Here.
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Ramsburg Auto Supply Corp
Sharp rise on Chicago Board as Canada boosts wheat price
Chicago traders watched corn and all commodities surge after Canada announced a 50 cent per bushel wheat price increase and allowed flour shipments from the United States. The move caught grain and provision traders off guard.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Trade
Canada
United States
Winchester Post Office Mail Box Theft Investigated
A boy identified as Major, son of C A Major, was seized by Winchester post office staff while attempting to take letters from the Commercial and Savings Bank lock box. The theft, affecting checks worth 700 to 800 dollars, prompted police inquiry and bank alerts as investigators probe amateur involvement and ensure payment stops on two implicated checks.
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Commercial and Savings Bank
Winchester
Major
C. A. Major
Kern
Commercial and Savings Bans
Sibert
Eugene Davis
Merchants Mechanics National Bank of Baltimore
Corn Exchange National Bank of Philadelphia
Davis
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Surprise party at Miss Father Johnston's home
A Friday evening gathering took place on December 26 at Miss Father Johnston's residence on South Kener Street. A large number of attendees participated in the event, with APPLES WANTEN SAM HAINES, WINCHESTER noted in the record.
Wanted Horses And Miles At Noonans Livery
Advertises purchase of fat smooth horses and mules four years old and up weighing 1200 pounds or more. Wants two carloads. Sale event Thursday and Friday at J Mack Noonan's Livery per 29-1 p-51. Race: M. W. Race.
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J. Mack Noonan
American Legion Posts Reach 6561 Worldwide
American Legion announces a total of 6561 posts in the United States and abroad. France England Canada each have one post. Alaska four Hawaii five Cuba one Mexico one and the Philippine Islands one. Ten states exceed 200 posts. New York leads with 777 while Virginia has 101.
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Associated Press
Indianapolis
American Legion
United States
France
England
Canada
Alaska
Hawaii
Cuba
Mexico
Philippine Islands
New York
Virginia
Norton’s offers special prices on new records
Norton’s announces eight day sale on clean new records starting today. Special prices include 85c for double disc records, 58c for $1.00 records, 86c for 12 inch records, and 8c for $1.60 records. Come in and hear them play.
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Norton's
Norton’s
Public Sale and Dinner by Burnt Factory Loyal Workers’ Bible Class
The Loyal Workers' Bible Class of Burnt Factory plans its second annual sale and dinner on Thursday January 15 1920. Members may contribute surplus stock or article consignments by consulting the committee Rev O D Lambert J M Fishpaw S G Newcome S Swartz Roy P Duvall. Veterinary Inspector J F Noonan calls milk sellers in Winchester to notify by January 15 1920.
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Burnt Factory
O. D. Lambert
J. M. Fishpaw
S. G. Newcome
S. Swartz
Roy P. Duvall
Winchester
J. FE. Noonan
Ex-Service Man Appointed Deputy Treasurer
On motion by County Treasurer Robert S. Smith, Circuit Court Judge appoints Robert W. Smith deputy treasurer. He has qualified by oath and begun duties. A former first sergeant of Company 1 Virginia Regiment, he served at the border and with the 16th Infantry overseas, wounded twice, later connected with the county treasurer's office.
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Robert S. Smith
Robert W. Smith
Smith
Virginia
16Th Infantry
Norton’s Records Offers Eight Days of New Stock
Norton’s advertises eight days of 85 cent double disc records for 58 cents each. All Crean promotes listening to new stock and in store demonstrations.
Lost and found and notices at city yard sale
Aim now uploading at B. and O. yards. Taking orders for immediate delivery. All persons holding bills against Sarah Zane Firfe Co will please present same to the undersigned before January 1. Lost Saturday night in vicinity of Court, City Hall or on Market street. a new rubber for right foot, Reward at Star office.
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O. Yards
Sarah Zane Firfe Co
Pat W. Lee Fisher
Court Blouse
City Hall
Market Street
Star Office
Ipif
Arrests Mount in Poison Liquor Deaths Wave
Federal and local authorities press an extensive crackdown as bootleggers and liquor supply networks linked to wood alcohol poisonings face imminent arrests. Nets include New York and Philadelphia operations with dozens to be taken into custody amid a crusade against illicit beverage alcohol.
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New York
Iinesa
Daniel Ter
New York District
New England
Porter
Chicago
Hoynes
Det Hoffman
Chicopee
Mass
Chicoppe
J. Set
Springfield
Oneman
Hadley
Philadelphia
Burglars Crack Safe At Jersey Chemical Office
Burglars forced a safe in the Rossler and Hasslacher Chemical Company office in Perth Amboy New Jersey and escaped with platinum and gold valued at 76000 dollars. Authorities reported the loss today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth Amboy
N. J
Rossler and Hasslacher Chemical Company
Bank Hold-Up in Cleveland Yields 10,000 Cash and 65,000 Checks
Two armed thieves attacked J Hogus in a downtown Cleveland business district as he carried funds from a savings and loan to a bank. They pushed him to the sidewalk and fled with a satchel containing 10,000 dollars in cash and 65,000 dollars in checks. Police theater reports indicate a daring daytime robbery with a haste to escape.
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Cleveland
Ohio
J. Hogus
Savines and Loan Company
Hogus
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WM. C.hallace
F. E. Clerk
Handley Schools
NEW County Glerk
Potts’ Grocery CO
Coal Board
The
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
M. L.capper
Sam Haines
Iptf
Daltish
Frenge
Kaiser
Paris
William of
Germany
Holland
Echo d'Paris
M. W
Crean
Pocohontas Lump Coal
Jersey
Bank Messenge
Webst
Snook
Lewistown, Mad
Mary
South Market Street
Louise Steele
Hagerstown, Md
J.awe Uued
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