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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1925
Page
1
Government advocates highlight extensive road projects in Virginia, stressing a strong public economy. Quotes from numerous figures emphasize steady advancement along material lines with substantial infrastructure activity and funding.
Washington dispatch notes a conference report on the bill promoting Richard E. Byrd Jr. of the U S Navy, now law after House approval. Vinson of Georgia warned in debate about gas price controls and called for state action on regulation as Byrd's career is celebrated for heroism and service.
Miss Margaret L. Hodgson will travel to New York this Saturday to attend the spring millinery show, signaling her participation in the fashion event and anticipated couture insights.
The North Of 36 biggest night at the Empire Theatre drew the largest crowd since opening, with Winchester residents and others from Charles Town and Bluemont attending. Our Gang comedy and International News preceded the screen hit, which will open in Washington next week.
Classified brief seeks poultry buyers or sellers in D Alabama with contact details omitted due to OCR damage. Short note indicates inquiry posted on page 6t.
Rouss Fire Co holds its regular monthly meeting Friday evening February 6 at 8 o'clock. Marshal W Kline will report. Ross Secretary sets the agenda and invites members to attend.
Frank L. Gregson of Wilmington N C tomorrow becomes manager of the George Washington Hotel for the Ames Hotel Corporation, succeeding Thomas B Masterson in Akron Ohio who moves to Portage Hotel as assistant manager. The appointment was announced by George D Worthington general business manager of all American Corporation hotels. Gregson arrives to assume duties and will meet the directors at a 7 PM dinner at the hotel. Albert J Haas and Arthur Burlew accompany Worthington at the announcement.
An expert authority from Dr. Edgar J. Banks of Chicago University presents 8 happenings on love and courtship in sacred film reels. The program includes Isaac and Rebecca, Jacob and Esau, Jacob and Rachel, and Return of Jacob. Screenings Sunday at 3:30 and 9 p.m. at Empire Theatre and 7:30 p.m. at Centenary Reformed Church. The sacred films series continues with more strong and helpful pictures scheduled for Lent.
A man in Marlboro Frederick County filed for a marriage license with Beulah Battle Nelson but learned he was two years early since Beulah’s former husband Daniel Battle had a divorce decree granted in December. The clerk noted the pending decree prevents entry for nearly two years. The man left disappointed after the encounter.
Frank Barrett will auction a Chevrolet touring car Thursday February 12 with an adjourned sale Crissman Farm 73 acres February 11 in front of Cent House See Advertisement Herbert S Larrick trustee 1p 2 6 21 Lost tortoise shell glasses return to Office Supply Co 109 W Water
A Winchester fire company meeting last night opposed zoning for fire alarms and any city police Fire Department integration. They urged strict parking enforcement near fire routes and proposed installing a Stueberg Double chase siren on the engine house tower to speed alarms. The group also planned its May 7 banquet with Prosecuting Attorney Reardon as toastmaster and four speakers, including Senator Byrd.
Ford touring Star touring and 2 Buicks among others offered under priced right deals. Listing notes Winchester Hudson Co. as seller or contact. Public sale or showroom style catalog item notes active pricing and availability.
A brief social event is held Friday night February 6 with a good program. Ice cream and sandwiches will be sold. Admission appears to be 2-4-1p-3t, details unclear.
Associated Press reports two end of world scenarios in early February. Robert Reidt and 13 followers wait in a Long Island shack for a rapture starting with a visible cloud. In Hollywood, Margaret W Bowen predicts Christ’s second coming before midnight, offering no proof beyond faith. her property valued at 36000 may lose value. A Temperance farmer, Karl Danielsen, shot his wife and killed himself amid end of world predictions.
The musical comedy Trial By Jury, presented by Robert Y. Rem of the American Legion, has been postponed to March due to several principal performers being sick with colds. The show, directed by Mrs. Richard Griffith, aims to be a high quality production with local talent. the full cast will be announced in a future issue.
United Brethren Church notices list February 8 services on Winchester rural charge with Rev. Ludwig as pastor. Sunrise worship with holy communion at Winchester 10 45 a m, Fairview activities from 2 p m to 7 15 p m, Pleasant Valley Sunday school 10 a m and 6 30 p m, end with public worship 7 15 p m. Dr Brunk to preside and preach at all gatherings. All members invited to attend and participate. Mount Olive Sunday school 10 a m and prayer and praise 7 p m.
In Domestic Relations Court Judge Frasier found Gordon Orndorff guilty of desertion and neglect toward his wife and three children. The wife testified that she and the children starved after his affair with a newcomer, receiving only occasional ten cent food contributions. The husband admitted the facts and was sentenced to one year with $30 monthly support to be paid to his wife and children while he works.
Services to honor Rev William A Reimert killed by a bandit include public worship at 11 with a children's sermon. Elders and deacons will be ordained and installed. An evening talk on Courtship and Marriage from the Christian Standpoint follows at 7:30 with motion pictures and scripture lessons. All not elsewhere attending are invited.
News crews in Sand City Kentucky press on as diggers bore toward Floyd Collins entombed since Friday after a cave collapse. Aiming to verify life, an electric light and audio test were used inside the shaft to detect any movement or sound from Collins while sappers widen an entry.
Regular meeting announced for Friday night with discussion on show. Secretary W Lee Fisher notes two five one pages. Also a lost item notice for January 24 a bunch of keys with reward at Star Office.
Empire Theatre adds a Winchester talent showcase with Cal Grady and his V. A. Jazz Hounds premiering tomorrow in two showings at 1:45 PM and 8:40 PM. The big Saturday program includes a feature, two comedies, Aesop's Fables, and Pathe News with Orchestra.
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