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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1923
Page
1
Report says France may halt export shipments of coal and coke due to a proposed policy or trade dispute. The note highlights potential impacts on industry and supplies, with officials weighing countermeasures and the risk of shortages.
A report notes an express train escape amid ongoing Allied troop movements near Essen. German editors fear provocative French references as Dortmund gateway closes. Paris pressures, while Chancellor Cuno warns occupation risks misfortune.
AP dispatch reports Ruhr region controls strictly limit coal and coke exports to unoccupied Germany with no German reaction by afternoon. rail service suspended and tensions rise as Paris Mayence train diverted, while Cologne Essen observers note increasing friction and deporations. Chancellor Cuno warns the Ruhr crisis harms both creditor and debtor economies.
The Richmond Evening News Leader reports Senator Byrd refused to retract statements and invited the Virginia Highway Contractors Association to sue. R. B. Allport says a $100000 suit will be filed promptly, alleging suppression of opposing papers over the bond issue. Robert W. Woolley says the association opposes the bond but will not take sides, stressing disagreement on press matters.
Wallace Reid stars in Nice People shown again at the Empire with a big crowd yesterday. Tickets priced 10c for children 15c to 25c for adults with no tax. Cast includes Conrad Nagel Bebe Daniels Julia Faye. Also a comedy and latest Pathe News.
Handley night schools invite attendees to register at the John Kerr Building between seven and eight p m on Monday February 5. Courses offered if ten or more enroll. Classes meet each Monday Wednesday and Friday at 7 30 p m for eight weeks starting February 7 at the Equity Building. A one dollar deposit is due February 7 and will be returned at term end if three fourths of sessions are attended. F E Cerk Supt p feb1 2 3 5 6 7
Tax notice from Mt Royal lump coal company outlines immediate assessment actions. Officials call for urgent payment and default remedies. Community monitors report potential penalties and collection proceedings.
Norman L. Carbaugh and Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Vincent were in a Chevrolet struck by a yard engine at the Strasburg crossing. Vincent suffered a leg fracture and other injuries. Carbaugh wrenched back. Mrs. Vincent shaken but not seriously hurt. The party was returning to Stephens City.
Joseph McFadden Jr of Winchester marries Miss Mary A Dunn of Mount Vernon in a morning ceremony at St Mary’s Mount Vernon New York. Attendants include maid of honor Miss Hynes and best man John Sullivan. The groom, a former telegraph operator and U S Army veteran, works in Mount Vernon railroad ticket office. They plan a return visit to Winchester.
Tomorrow marks the fortieth day after Christmas and the Presentation of Christ in the temple Candlemas day. Candles used for divine worship throughout the year are blessed at morning services in the Catholic Church.
Friendship Fire Co No 1 calls a regular meeting for Thursday evening February 1 at 8 o'clock. All members are urged to attend as any business of interest to every member will be discussed. Secretary.
Mr Henry F Seal proprietor of Seals Music Store in the city ships Brunswick photographs across an unlimited territory and has just secured a $150 satin walnut Brunswick phonograph for South Africa. He recently delivered a $100 mahogany Brunswick to Co L Worthington at 1823 Eutaw Place Baltimore. In December President Harding bought a $750 Brunswick in Baltimore as a Christmas gift for Mrs Harding, a deal Mr Seal apparently missed.
A Mid-City Garage advertises a 30 by 3 tire for 10 dollars 95 cents with a free Goodyear tube. Local shop promotes savings on tire purchases and maintenance services.
Readers are reminded a subscription renewal is due soon to lock in the January rate and save. The notice emphasizes limited time remaining and urges prompt action.
The Kiwanis Club held its weekly gathering with a pep filled program. Col Bryan Conrad Maitland Riley and Eugene Guest spoke, Dr Cline accompanied on piano, and a large lunch was served. A milk pledge and plans for future school and community work were announced as Rotarians were invited to join upcoming events.
Grace Lutheran Church Queen Esther class members met Tuesday for supper at Mrs. J. C. Smith's North Kent Street home. Officers elected for the year include President Mrs. Paul Beck, Associate President Mrs. Walter E. Barr, Secretary Miss Grace Forney, and Treasurer Mrs. C. E. Aulick. The group conducts charity work and is preparing a clothing box for Salem Lutheran Orphanage in Virginia.
State Democratic Chairman H F Byrd travels to Richmond to preside over a state committee meeting called to decide whether a primary convention will select a candidate to fill the Danville district seat left vacant by resigning Senator Rison. The district leaders failed to agree on nomination method and the matter goes up the chain.
Roanoke Good Roads Convention speaker Mr. Woolley, newly named managing director of the Virginia Highway Contractors Association, vows to sue the Winchester Star and Harrisonburg News-Record for 100000 damages over publications. He warns of further actions against other papers if apologies are not issued by February 5 1928 and hints at court trials to compel evidence.
A trial underway four days after a fatal home fire that killed Jerry Morgan and Mary Morgan, with the defendant Ernest Green pleading not guilty. jurors questioned about bias as state presents witness list and defense seeks to prove the fire started by another.
The Fort Loudoun Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution invites attendance at a Friday supper at the Hotel Evans. Proceeds support preserving historic sites and frescoed interiors linked to Washington era heritage, with educational lessons for children using stories of virtue and caution.
The regular monthly meeting of the Civic League will be held at the residence of Mrs. Lewis Hyde on Friday February 2 at 3 40 p m Mrs Herbert Larrick secretary. Lost ladies tan gloves reward at Star office 30 1p 21
Civic League will hold a tea at the home of Mrs. Lewis H. Hyde 220 West Water Street on Friday February 2 at 3 30. Every member invited to be present.
Edgewood Camp M W A is notified to attend an important meeting at Kauffman's School House on Wednesday February. The notice stresses the meeting is vital to you and him. Jig Boy Duvall, Clerk.
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