30 Dec 1924
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1924
Page
1
A fragment notes a religious event at Moorefield district E1d 61 involving the M. E. Church South and a question about a brief stay in Romney WV. The readable text hints at a historical church-related discussion or program.
The Rev John Hiram Light a Moorefield district clergyman and longtime Baltimore conference member died at his Romney West Virginia home after a brief illness attributed to heart disease. Funeral services will be on New Year’s Day at Romney Methodist Church with interment at Berryville Clarke County. Survived by widow Edith Preston Light of Clarke County and four children, plus four sisters and three brothers.
Police in Hollywood California investigated the deaths of Milton Holly and his wife found among Christmas decorations in their bungalow court apartment. The bodies appeared to have been dead since Christmas night with early indications pointing away from poison due to a burning fire and seemingly adequate ventilation. Theodore Covel, a nephew of Holly, reported by police as the only known relative and disputed suicide theory.
Fire aboard the Japanese freighter Ginyo Maru forced 30 crew to abandon ship at dawn near Acapulco as the Julia Luckenbach picked up 79 passengers and 72 crew earlier, with the Shikenbach and Guerra aiding survivors and the captain remaining aboard at daybreak.
Advertisement from George F. Haatwole, local representative, calling bankers and merchants to wait for the B line on advertising specialties and prices. Mentions references required and a star symbol.
The Chicago case reports that Clarence Darrow and the Bachrach brothers will share a 150000 fee for saving Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold Jr from the gallows after their guilty verdict for kidnapping and killing Robert Franks. The final amount followed initial requests of 200000 and was accepted after discussions.
Friendship Fire Co No 1 announces a regular meeting Thursday evening January 1 at 8 oclock. All members are urged to attend as officers for the ensuing year will be elected. Refreshments and a smoker will follow. Captain Fred W. Forney presides.
Fatls Overland Jewetts and Oldsmobile models in good condition priced to move. Advertiser: Winchester Dson Co. listings dated December 30.
Fireless cooker dining room set lamps stands tables rugs and more offered by J H Henry contact numbers 747 M or 43 J. Bargain priced fast sale with dependable quality and quick gelation of the sale.
Classified note requests a well located apartment with good heating and reasonable price. Mentions care of Star and asks if a garage is available and its price. Includes wanted section for two dressed hogs about 200 pounds. Address 440 Fairport Ave with zip 12226.
Robert Adamson of Southport Enc a fruit broker died Sunday night in Memorial Hospital from pneumonia. Arrangements were made by Mr Hamilton from New York. Interment will be at Mount Hebron Cemetery with services at Christ Episcopal Church tomorrow at 3 PM conducted by Rev. Robert B Nim. Friends to serve as pallbearers.
Senator Capper explains a bill by Senator Gapper proposing standard loaf weights and sanitary wrapping for bread. He argues consumers pay roughly 300000 dollars daily for bread they do not receive, stressing need for regulated loaf size and safety.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a coal company in West Virginia named West Virginia Coal and Coke Company. The item mentions Eva and a date December 30 but lacks clear connections to events, prices, or actions.
Commandant James Mars of the Salvation Army announced night services at Salvationist Hall to mark the turn of the year. Services will begin after 10 30 o'clock in the House Auditorium with the general public invited to join Salvation Army leaders to watch the old year out and greet the new year.
Several banks announce New Year’s Day closure on Thursday January 1 1925 due to it being a legal holiday All maturing paper dated that day to be paid January 2 1925 Multiple bank cashiers Charl es Summ Cashier John I Sloaf Cashier WM Hardy Cashier H B Fuller and W T U note the holiday and payment reset The W C T U bi monthly meeting is set for Friday January 2 at Handley Library 3 pm
A brief note presents a sample from a 1925 list, outlining items in this week’s program. It highlights a selection of entries and invites readers to compare with the full roster.
LOGANT Ind December 30 Mrs Emma Hobaugh a 33 year old widow confessed she killed four members of her family found dead yesterday at the farm home eight miles from here Sheriff Cass county reports The victims were Henry Bassler 69 her father Catherine Bassler 60 her mother John Bassler 22 her brother and Viola Hobaugh 3 her daughter Their heads were practically blown off by shotgun charges in the brutal killings
The body of Stuyvesant F Mauck a Frederick County farmer died of pneumonia late Saturday was taken to Boyce and then by Norfolk and Western Railway to Page County for burial this afternoon in the family graveyard at Oak Hill Brief services were held at the South Market Street home last evening Family members accompanied the remains to Page County this morning.
Communion services will be held at Christ Episcopal Church on New Year’s Eve with a sermon by Rev. Robert B. Nelson. The 11 o’clock service will last a few minutes after the old year tolling and the birth of 1925. All are invited.
Hagerstown Martinsburg Brunswick Odion Winchester residents make New Year Eve reservations at Washington House for a dinner dance. Hotel will supply orchestral music and souvenirs. Guests will receive New York novelties and favors.
Mr and Mrs Leslie R Brown of Martinsburg West Virginia congratulate on the birth of a 10 pound baby boy at their home. Mr Brown is foreman of the finishing department at the Berkeley Woolen Company and Mrs Brown formerly Miss Mary Everett Martin sister of Mrs Robert Jenkins of this city. Mrs Brown also belongs to a Winchester family.
The Empire hosts ongoing events and performances throughout the year showcasing top acts and offerings. Visitors are invited to experience entertainment, food, and special nights at the venue.
The House naval committee opened steps toward a naval inquiry as President Coolidge keeps hope for another international arms conference this year. He remains open to a favorable opportunity to convene talks on naval armament while awaiting league of nations outcomes.
Chicago broker John H. McGibbon, ally of J. W. Thompson, recalled for defense in the Forbes Morison conspiracy trial over veterans hospital contracts. He testified Mortimer was released by a Washington officer after showing what he claimed was a White House pass in summer 1922.
James N. Funk, a well known retired merchant, was injured yesterday when he fell down stairs at the Reuss engine house and landed in the cellar. He is up today at his South Market street home and shows improvement according to family statements.
Friends and relatives gathered to celebrate Mrs. James Mars's first birthday party. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Anderson, Mrs. William MacMyrr, Mrs. Edward Tharpe and Virginia Mars, among others. Music, games, hot refreshments, and greetings marked the event.
Several residents travel for visits and returns. Mount Eritiasne newlyweds left for Washington to establish a home. Mary and Laura Onbas visit Ridgeway. Leesburg guest of John Williams. Mrs. A. Hunter Davidson and Carroll Bush head to Miami for a stay. Mrs. Virgil Brill, long resident of Miami, is noted. Frank McCormick and mother welcome a baby in their home. Mrs. H. W. Clowe returns from five months in Detroit. Young Crusaders enjoy a social at Elizabeth A. Hargey’s Shannon Hill. John L. Martin of Hagerstown was a visitor yesterday.
A brief item notes tonight's showing titled Lover Of Camille with no price changes announced. The announcer urges attendance as planned.
Chicago dispatch reports coroner chemists found William McClintock died of natural causes. Five tests remain before Friday’s final report. Foster father William D. Shepherd alleged Emma Nelson McClintock’s probate will was not the first.
Nearly one fifth of the total George Washington bond issue is sold with $300,000 secured on the hotel. Property cost over 500,000, and investors led by Winchester business men have put more than 200,000 behind the project to sustain the corporation’s credit. Tanstroughh & Carter Insurance Loans Investments.
A fragmented OCR reads events titled Lover Tonight and Code Om Friday. Details are unclear but suggest two entertainment or scheduling items with missing context and dates.
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