Cavern entombed man Floyd Collins faces rescue
In Sand Cave Cave City Kentucky Floyd Collins remains trapped as floor rises trapping him 125 feet underground. Rescue workers debate mining a shaft while officials fear fatal collapse. Collins' father appeals for funds to aid the effort amid uncertain chances of escape.
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Cave City
Floyd Collins
Sand Cave
Roy Hyde
John Geralds
Collins
Gerald
Hyde
Land Cave
H. W. Caet
Minim Hinery
Aéinlich
Thys
Ade
AV City
Tor
Nearby counts refuse to join central almshouse plan
Clarke and Warren counties clearly rejected Frederick county s push for a three county and city almshouse at Winchester claiming existing local systems already beat any centralized setup. Frederick officials visited Clarke and Warren to gauge support. They cited lower costs under current parish farms and suggested Shenandoah might join to still gain savings.
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Clarke
Warren
Frederick County
Winchester
Su Rs
Frederick
Board of Supervisors
John H. Myers
Scott Grant
Myers
Warren County
Front Royal
Grant
Board of
Berryville
Inches
Clarke County
Shenandoah County
Empire Theatre urges patrons to arrive early tonight and tomorrow
The Empire Theatre asks theatre-goers to arrive by 7 or 9 16 for North of 46 today and tomorrow with 2 30 matinees. International News with Our Gang in High Society at 2 30 7 and 9 15, North of 36 with orchestra at 3 7 30 and 9 45. After North of 36 Douglas Fairbanks in The Thief of Bagdad and Coburns Greater Minstrels to follow with day and night performances and a matinee for young people.
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Empire Theatre
Empire
Winchester
Douglas Fairbanks
Coburn
Coburn’s Greater Minstrels
Frederick County
Two Los Angeles Child Murders Unfold After Missing Sisters Found
Authorities in Los Angeles report the discovery of the bodies of May and Nina Martin, sisters aged 12 and 8, found in a field near their home after months of search. Autopsy suggests strangulation after a struggle, while a younger girl testified to a long, sensational murder claim involving infants, an adult, and attempted poisonings.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Cal
May
Nina Martin
Gates
Igsie
Psst
Dauphin
Manitoba
Fisk University Students Jailed On Riot Charge
Five Fisk University students were jailed on riot incitement charges after a 100 student demonstration against president B. F. A. McKenzie. Others could sign a condemnation or leave the school. The disorder stemmed from McKenzie's demand that the campus rule banning male and female students walking together be strictly enforced.
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Associated Press
Nashville,tenn
Fiske University
B. F. A. McKenzie
Rail and Oil Buoyancy Lift Stocks in Early Gains
The market rose as buoyant rail and oil shares led gains and spurred pool resumption. A drop in call money renewal to 3% and Secretary Mellon's optimistic traffic view boosted hopes for spring business as public utilities recovered and joined rails and industrials in strength.
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Associated Press
Mellon
Severe Earthquakes Hit Southern Norway In Fortnight
Fifteen earthquakes, some violent, rocked southern Norway over the last fortnight. Explosions and strong vibrations accompanied the quakes as cracks up to 150 feet long and three feet wide opened at Sigdal and Sokna, Oslo reported.
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Associated Press
Oslo
Norway
Sigdal
Sokna
Poultry Wanted Call 7-W Before You Sell
Classified note seeks poultry buyers or sellers with a call to action to contact 7-W before selling. Contains abbreviated codes and names likely indicating a local listing or classified segment. Limited readable context but points to an exchange or request for poultry trade.
Stonewall Chapter marks graves with markers fund drive
The Star reports the Stonewall Chapter Daughter of the Confederacy gathered at the home of Mrs. John B. Neill to review a marker fund for graves of Confederate soldiers. $50 was raised from book sales and other contributions, with a goal to have all funds in hand by April for marker installation on Memorial Day. A supper planned for March 1 at Winston Hall aimed to boost the drive, while Dr. A W Mass was invited to speak and read a prepared address contrasting pre revolutionary ideals with present Confederate devotion to liberty and states’ rights.
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O, Va
Stonewall
Confederacy
John B. Neill
Fendance
Anrem
Rotary
Nannie Thomas
Orge Atkinson
Gen
Gen. Jackson
Winston Hall
Ing
Guy R
George On
T. W
Samuel Adams
Washington
Ours
Cambridge
Massachusetts
Man leaps to life saving ford from stalled crossing
Lou Hottel of Stephens City leaped to save a Ford coupe trapped on the Baltimore and Ohio crossing as train No. 54 driven by Engineer Dave Riser rolled toward the stalled car. The engine stopped just as the pilot touched the vehicle, and the car was pushed off the tracks with no injuries or damage.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Stephens City
Lou Hottel
Stephens City Milling Company
Dave Riser
Strasburg
Hottel
Riser
Friendship Fire Society meeting urged by mayor
Regular meeting of Friendship Fire No. 1 scheduled for Thursday evening February 5 at eight o clock. Citizens urged to attend as the mayor is pushing to kill the interest in the Fire Department. Captain Fred W. Forney signs the notice.
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Friendship Fire No
Fred W. Forney
Rouss Fire Co. Sets February Meeting Schedule
The Rouss Fire Company will hold its regular monthly meeting Friday evening February 6 at 8 o clock. The session is for business of importance and will be chaired by Marshal W. Kline assistant secretary.
Sarah Zane Fire Co Regular Meeting Friday Night
Notice invites members to a Friday night session to discuss the show. Secretary Lee Fisher signed the notice. meeting details include time and location.
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Sarah Zane Fire CO
Lee Fisher
Sec
Rooster Makes Spectacular Roaming Trip Through Three States
A Rhode Island red rooster snared by a Southern Express messenger was shipped from Toms Brook to Middletown and traveled about 150 miles through Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland before being redirected to Middletown. The bird rode rail lines across Shenandoah, Warren, Fauquier, Prince William, Loudoun, Montgomery, Frederick, and Arlington counties, finally reaching its intended stop after a long, uneventful journey. The mishap underscores a quirky transportation blunder across multiple rail networks.
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Southern Railway
Rhode Island
Strasburg Junction
Toms Brook
Middletown
Washington
Sorshern
Winchester
Baltimore and Ohio
Mincietown
Toma Brook
Arlington
Potomat
Baltimore
Eammonery
Frederick
Extension of January rate for remote subscribers
Due to numerous calls from readers unable to reach town to pay their subscriptions, the January rate is being extended to accommodate those who are offsite or delayed in payment. This extension aims to reduce service disruption for distant customers and maintain continuity of delivery.
Subscriptions at Special January Rate Ends
After 12 o'clock on Wednesday February 11 no new subscriptions at the special rate will be accepted. New subscriptions will be accepted after that date at the January special rate of $8 by mail or $4 by carrier, per year, in advance.
Local Event At Ridge Way Hall Friday Night
A brief notice announces a Friday night gathering at Ridge Way Hall with a good program and snacks including ice cream and sandwiches for sale. Two activities listed, with a 2nd item marked as 1p 3t.
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Menansing
Ridgeway Hall
Oyster and chicken supper to aid Bethel Lutheran
The Ladies' Aid Society of Bethel Lutheran Church will host an oyster and chicken supper at Bryarly's School House on Friday evening February 6. Fresh strawberries and Florida oranges advertised at bargain prices accompany the notice.
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Ladies’ Aid Society of
Bethel Lutheran Church
Bryarly
Water and robbery reward notice on 1924 incidents
Water will be turned off Friday February 6 from 7 to 11 A M on Market Street from Clifton to Gerrard and on Cecil Street from Main to Kent City Manager IP L R Dettra. A $50 reward is offered for evidence leading to arrest and conviction of the person who robbed Solenberger and Company store of three rifles on December 31 1924.
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Market Street
Clifford
Gerrard
eCcil Street
Main
Kent
L. R. Dettra
Solenberger and Company
Jno
Solenberger & Co
Oranges Grapefruit Deal Reported at 2.50 Billion
Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corp reports a major fruit trade, listing oranges and grapefruit with a value around 2.5 billion dollars and tangerines at 1.25 per package, clarifying distribution terms.
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Robinson Ice & Cold Storage Corp
Notice to Public on Debts Owed Brill Winchester
Public notice warns all debtors to settle with Robt F Brill by February 15. Uninie Wittende Trustee located at 40 Rousse Avenue Winchester Virginia provides address and deadline for settlement.
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F. Brill
Uninie Wittende
Rousse
Winchester
Byrd Responds On Open Letter In Virginia Gubernatorial Race
Senator H F Byrd for Democratic governor candidate says the open letter from Walter Mapp contains vague questions. He notes Virginia life spans a decade and promises to elaborate before the primary, aiming to discuss principles and maintain a high standard.
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H. F. Byrd
Walter Mapp
Aegomac
Virginia
Mapp
Dale Wees
Speci
Uie
Furniah
Farm Bureau Convention Focuses on Land Tax Impact
In Harrisonburg Virginia delegates including Senator Smith of South Carolina and Senator Harry F Byrd of Virginia discussed a proposed land value tax increase. Capt Barger warned against higher land taxes citing Ohio results while detailing tax changes and a promise of tax equalization. Officers to be elected as the convention advances.
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Harrinonburg
Virginia
Farm Bureau
U. S
Smith
South Carolina
Cahill
Harry F. Byrd
Wineter
Harrisonburg
Aled
Ha A
Bargér
Ohio
Barger
Cleveland
Capt
Columban
Taylor
Cox
Equalization Commission
Movie Treats At Colonial Tomorrow Double Feature Day
The Colonial announces a Double Feature Day tomorrow with a three hour show. The program features Western photoplays and favorite stars, with no price increase. Show times will be printed in a star timetable to ensure audiences see the entire program.
Sevent h-day Adventists Await Doomsday on Long Island
Thirteen followers led by Robert Reidt gathered on Long Island to fast pray and sing as they await the world’s end predicted for tomorrow. They plan to travel to a hilltop near East Patchogue then by a cloudy chariot to a woods near San Diego where 144,000 “brides of the Lamb” will be gathered. Most have sold possessions and live on carrots and water.
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Associated Press
New York
Long Island
Robert Reidt
East Patachogue
San Diego
Cal
Doctor Stickley Ill at Home in Stephens City
Dr. Silas M. Stickley a well known physician and justice of the peace of Stephens City is ill at his home suffering a nervous breakdown from overwork. While not serious, his condition prevents him from tending his business and professional interests as usual.
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Silas M. Stickley
Stephens City
County
Winter Millinery Clearance Sale Offered at Low Prices
Miller Margaret L Hodgson announces a clearance sale on winter millinery with hats priced at 1.00 and 2.00. The sale runs Thursday February 6 and Friday February 6 from 1 p m to 9 p m at Hodgson's shop.
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Margaret L, Hodgson
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Fisk University
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Ford
Rouss Fire CO
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Rooster
C. P. McVicare
Florida
Accomac
State Farm Bureau Federation
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Chester
Colonial Tomorrow
S. M. Stickley TL
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