Handley Schools Seek 120000 From City Council
This session the Handley school system asks the city council for a substantial education appropriation of 120000 dollars to fund programs and operations.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1924
Page
1
Winchester Common Council approves budget and abolishes assistant manager
In a record session the Winchester Common Council passed the 1924 budget, cutting some items and increasing others, including a 30 000 Handley Schools appropriation. The assistant general manager’s office was abolished to save costs, with the move blamed on economy and criticism of dual city managers. The body also addressed filling station zoning and permit actions amid a writs of mandamus dispute with Standard Gas and Oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council of
Winchester
Finance Committee
Handley Schools
Supt
H. 8
Duffey
Wert Bell
Messrs
Cooper
Henry
Grim
Thomas A. Trier
Handley
Handley Fund
Standard Gas and Oil Company, Inc
Braddock and
Piccadilly Streets
Standard Oil and Gas Company
Baetjer
Miss Mary Porter to Perform in Handley School Concert
Miss Mary Potter contralto appears at Handley School auditorium Thursday. She is praised in Washington and joins Angelo Boschetti bari tone Ary Dulfer violin Ralph Putman piano. Duet Home to Our Mountains features Potter and Mrs Boschetti. Tickets at Baker’s and Neidemeyer’s, $1 adults 50 cents children. Seats nearly ready for opening night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Potter
Handley School
Miss Potter
Washington
Winchester
Angelo Boschetti
Ary Dulfer
Ralph Putman
Our Mountains
Baker's Drug Store
P. ©. Neidemeyer’s
Jewel Bandits Make Big Haul At Brooklyn Jewelry Store
Five armed robbers ambushed the William Schneiderman jewelry shop in Brooklyn, assaulting staff and escaping in a car with diamonds and gems valued at 35000 dollars. Police conduct a wide search for the gang.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Schneiderman
Brogx
Aan Press
OConnor Named Chairman of Shipping Board
President Coolidge designated T. W. O Connor of Buffalo New York former president of the international longshoremen s union and current member of the Shipping Board to be chairman of the board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
T. W. O'Connor
Buffalo
N. Y
International Longshoremen’s Union
Shipping Board
Coolidge
Deputies Pass 1924 Economy Bill in France
The Chamber of Deputies voted unanimously in principle for a 1924 economy bill totaling one billion francs. Socialists pressed to extend cuts to military and naval spending, signaling a shift in tactics as the measure moves forward. The report notes the political maneuvering around government expense reductions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Chamber of Deputies
Illness Afflicts Cover Family in Winchester
Several members of the family of Thomas Cover Sr a well known Winchester businessman are ill and confined at home. Daughters Mrs Thomas W Harrison from Washington and Mrs Harry R Kern in frail health. Other daughters Mrs J M Steck and Mrs Harry K Russell also ill and Mrs James Cover remains indisposed at the Fairmount Avenue home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Cover
Inchester
Cover
Thomas’ W. Harrison
Washington
Harry R. Kern
Fiat Hac
J. M. Steck
Harry K. Russell
Friendship Fire Company Meeting Notice
The Friendship Fire Company will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening February 7 at 8 o clock. Members are urged to be present. Fred W. Forney, Captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Friendship Fire Company
Forty-One Die as Mine Floods Curb Crosby Disaster
At Crosby Minnesota a mine collapse flooded the Milford iron mines trapping 41 men. Seven miners escaped after water burst through the roof flooding the shaft within minutes. Victims ranged 23 to 55 years, many with large families, as relatives gathered at the shaft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Crosby, Minn
Milford
Here
Island Lake
Minnesota
The Covered Wagon Returns to Empire Theatre for 2-Day Run
The 60-foot baggage car show and a twelve-soloist symphony accompany The Covered Wagon at the Empire Theatre in New York City. The production, in its forty-seventh week, showcases original scenery and a full company, with A L Cline and Earl Grim directing projection for three shows. Reserved seats have sold well, signaling record attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Empire
Criterion Theatre
New York City
Winchester
Staunton
Hanover
Empire Theatre
Empire
A. JL. Cline
Earl Grim
Cline
Crystal Flour Delivers Finest Bread Results
Crystal Flour promises superior baking with results from its product line. The message highlights quality and performance in making bread, aiming to attract home bakers and professional chefs seeking reliable results.
Steinway Piano Tuning Visit for Handley Schools
A Steinway Piano representative from E. F. Droop's of Washington will be in Winchester Thursday to tune pianos for Handley Schools. Interested parties may arrange service by calling Supt. Dul tey's Office at 722.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steinway
E. F. Droop’s
Washington
Winchester
Handley Schools
Dultey
Important Legion Meeting at American Legion Building
Public notice for an important meeting of B P C E held Wednesday February 6 at the American Legion Building. Nominations for officers to be discussed and addressed by ex exalted ruler Geo A Dunham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P. C. E. American Legion
A. Dunham
A Wise Appropriation for Winchester Schools
The article argues for a thirty thousand dollar city appropriation to public schools, noting it is a small share of revenue and boosted by the Handley Fund. It urges stable funding through a fixed revenue proportion, highlights Winchester taxes being low, and warns against bond overreach while stressing school needs. It also explains council and Handley Board roles and calls for prudent, sustained budgeting with chosen trustees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ammeiria
Ion
Handley Fund
Winchester
Virginia
Winchcrope
Martinsburg
Hagerstown
The
Star
Schoo
Handley Board
Lost in Indy brown leather pocketbook seeks reward
Pocketbook lost in Indianapolis contains $30.00 and other items. A liberal reward is offered by Star Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kent Cord Tire
Jim
Commercial
Star
Indy
Star Office
Flag planted at German Embassy stirs U S public reaction
An American flag appeared on the lawn of the German embassy between night and dawn as Berlin refused to half mast for former President Wilson. By morning both flags were removed and police investigated a possible invasion of German soil. American Legion officials urged State Department action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Berlin
Wilson
Stara
Legionnaires
American Legion
State Department
Geo Pope Finds His Lost Pocketbook Near Kernstown
George Pope residing near Kernstown, now part of the Herrell suburban project, recovered a pocketbook with about 117 dollars after a two month search. He and his wife credited a dream guiding the garden search, and the wallet was found last Sunday afternoon where the dream indicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Pope
Campbell Farm
Kernstown
Herrell Subu
Mr. Pope
Vera Cruz Quieted After Insurgents Leave City
U S government reports the evacuation of Vera Cruz by Huerta insurgents has been peaceful and the city is under civilian authority again. Rebels and their ships left in a panic, destination unknown to American officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Vera’ Cruz
Huerta
Obregon
Mexico
Vera Cruz
Ten point jump in Kresge stock hits all time high
In New York trading Baldwin rose 25 8 points to 130 3 4 amid irregular activity while Kresge gained 10 points to 310 a record high. About 600000 shares changed hands before the session closed irregularly. Mrs Fred Allen returned to her Philadelphia husband after visiting her parents in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Baldwin
Kresge
Wilson
Fred. Allen
Ruth E. Perry
Philadelphia
Nation Pays Tribute as Wilson Funeral Draws to Close
Washington remembers Woodrow Wilson with a cathedral service and flag ceremonies. A solemn crowd under wintry skies watched as guns fired and flowers from kings and presidents framed the national farewell to the late leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Feb
Wilson
Fort Myer
Gunat
Pialmer
Woodrow Wilson
Hagi
America
Hardi
Great Havoc Follows Fierce Storm Hits Midwest
Chicago reports a deadly blizzard across the middle west and central regions. The storm disrupts rail, telegraph, and telephone lines, causing blackouts and isolated towns while Milwaukee and Alabama suffer casualties from exhaustion and traffic incidents. Atlanta records a severe cold snap with seven degrees below freezing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Middle West
Central Section
Milwaukee
Aldabama
Atlanta
Bells Toll Here For Mr Wilson Funeral
Fire and church bells in Winchester tolled as funeral services for the late former President Wilson were held in Washington. Mayor Glass, recovering from grippe, said no proclamation was issued but suggested retailers close during the funeral hour, with several merchants already ready to comply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Wilson
Washington
Glass
Grippe
The
Star
Woman Killed Three Wounded in Palmetto Politics Shooting
In Palmetto Louisiana a mayoral primary rift erupted on a street. Mrs Roland Clark was killed while her daughter and son were wounded along with Louise Meyer who was fatally wounded. A dispute over votes led to a deadly gun battle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New Orleans
Roland Clark
Palmetto
Louise Meyer
Also Mentioned on This Page
Council
Power Company
Mary Porter
O’connor
Fred. W. Forney
Town
U.S
Stars and Stripes
Geo. Pope
of Europe
Gorgia
MR. Wilson
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