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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1926

Page

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Mussolini Warns Italy and Germany Tone Flars In Tyrol

Berlin reports Mussolini’s fiery address to the Italian parliament threatens Germany with expansion beyond current frontiers while Italy vows to defend Tyrol. Rome notes Premier Mussolini’s warning mirrors his stance against German anti Italian agitation. The speech prompts cautious disapproval from Bavarian leaders and strong press reaction across Italy.

Berlin Benito Germany Italy Mussolini de Areich Rome Miingolinia Reich Hialy Ingperio Addree “Brennero Drs Held Tyrol St. Germain Landta

Zimmerman Named Pharmacist at Baker’s Drug Store

Mr. Zimmerman formerly ran a large drug store in Atlantic City and has accepted a pharmacist position in the prescription department of Baker’s Drug Store in Winchester. He is highly recommended by Muth Brothers & Company of Baltimore and graduated from Maryland University in 1897. Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman stay at the George Washington Hotel while locating permanently.

Zimmerman Atlantic City Baker's Drug Store Winchester Muth Brothers & Company Baltimore Maryland University George Washington Hotel

Lost watch found where dropped in snow near Empire Theatre

Mr and Mrs H M Glaize of Opequoh county parked in front of the Empire Theatre and after a snowbound search the lost Walham watch was found exposed on the melting snow at the spot where it had been dropped.

H.M. Glaize Opequoh Empire Theatre Winchester Lost Watch

Brutal father charged after beating five year old son

Ralph Coursey a 35 year old street railway conductor is jailed awaiting coroner's jury action for the death of his five year old son Eldridge. Physicians finished an autopsy on the child this morning and Coroner George C Blades will receive the body. Coursey said he whipped the boy for disobedience using a broom handle about three feet long. The boy's mother corroborated the account. Coroner Blades called the beating revolting and the state's attorney Herbert O'Connor ordered a full investigation.

Associated Presa BeLeons Eldridge Ralph Coursey George C. Blades Blades Courney Herbert O'Connor Attoney Edgett Ito Folow Ortein Coursey

Workmen Clean Snow From Gutters

Workers cleared gutters after a heavy thaw caused flooding in streets and parks. The snow and ice halted progress and will require repeating the cleaning as today’s conditions persist.

Mrs Brill Ill in Baltimore Hospital

Friends in Winchester learned Mrs. Robert F Brill is seriously ill at a Baltimore hospital with pneumonia. Her husband Bob Brill previously had been recovering in Baltimore.

Winchester Robert F Brill Otthig Baltimore Hospital Boba Baltimore

Car Crank Injury Fracture Suffered by Clarence Williams

Clarence Williams sustained a fracture while cranking a car on Thursday. Dr. C. R. Anderson reduced the fracture and treated the arm injury.

Glarence Williams C. R. Anderson

William P. Riggs Dies in Baltimore at 61

William P. Riggs longtime secretary of the Maryland Jockey Club and active Maryland agricultural leader died after an illness at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. He was 61 years old and a prominent figure in Maryland racing circles.

Witliss

Village letter carriers moved to civil service by order

Washington February report from the Associated Press states that letter carriers have been placed under the civil service by an executive order of President Coolidge. The change does not affect salaries.

Associated Fuge Washington Civil Service Coolidge

City Police Urge Snow Cleanup Of Sidewalks

Chief Doran calls attention to city ordinance requiring property owners and tenants to clear snow within two hours after it ceases to fall. Daytime snowfalls require prompt cleaning. if snow ends at night, sidewalks must be shovelled by eight o clock the next morning. Property occupants bear responsibility for compliance and penalties may apply.

Doran

Convention of Movie Men Postponed in Winchester

A long distance note to The Star reports the Winchester convention of moving picture exhibitors from Universal Film Corp postponed due to a New York City meeting on the same date. L M Baker of Empire Theatre received a letter from Washington advising postponement because of office laws, with possible future plans to be advised.

The Star Universal Film Corporation Winchester Universal New York City New York L. M. Baker Empire Theatre Washington, D. C Baker Cmie M. van Praag

Winchester Gun Club House Burglary Report

Officials say someone broke into the Winchester Gun Club trap house last week and stole property. They claim to know the suspects and warn that arrest will follow if the stolen items are not returned.

Winchester ‘Gin Club Persors

Arrests in Disorderly Conduct Case Hearings Tonight

Robert Sharman and Anna McKinney were arrested by Officers Boyd and Hinkle on charges of disorderly conduct and will be given a hearing in police court tonight.

Robert Sharman Anna McKinney Boyd and Hinkle

Herbert H. Shull Is Laid To Rest

The funeral for Herbert H. Shull who died early Saturday after a long illness of heart failure was held at three PM from the home of Mr and Mrs T W English on South Washington street. Rev J Hoge Smith of the county Presbyterian Church conducted the service with scripture reading and prayer. no singing. A large crowd attended and burial followed in the Shull family plot at Mount Hebron Cemetery with pallbearers J Mack Noon Gibson Baker Thomas H Sprint Earl Hampston Harry Clagett and William Lineburg.

Herbert H. Shull T. W. English Washington Street J. Hoge Smith Presbyterian Church of Shull Mount Hebron J. Mack Noonan Gibson Baker Thomas H. Sprint Earl Hampston Harry Clagett William Lineburg

Hildreth's Circus Comes to Empire for Week Shows

Hildreth's Mammoth Indoor Circus arrives in town from Chambersburg Pa. It's set to perform at the Empire this week Thursday to Saturday with a matinee. Two nightly movie showings and 8:45 PM circus acts across 75 minutes. Pittsburgh Orchestra of 11 pieces featured tonight and tomorrow with daily program changes and same prices. A second square dance exhibition is planned Wednesday at 9 and a general square dance from 10:30 to 1.

Hildreth Thic City Chambersburg The Pittsburgh Ortra

Fence Insurance Details Recalled in Page Two Notice

Read ad on page two explains how your fence is insured and what coverage applies. The notice outlines policy terms and claims process for property boundary fencing.

Moling & Star

Picture of Governor Byrd Mail Prompts Surprise in Virginia

A Page county admirer mailed a letter to Gov Harry F Byrd with a pasted picture of the governor on the envelope face and a 2 cent stamp. The envelope travelled as quickly as a properly addressed letter, prompting astonishment at Capitol yesterday.

Richmond Harry F. Byrd Capitol Page County

Virginia Governor Byrd's consolidation plan riles Democratic leaders

The Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch reports that Governor Harry Flood Byrd's drive for government consolidation faces growing opposition within the Democratic Party and among state officers. Legislators and bureau heads fear loss of independence under the new scheme. Many longtime supporters hoped for gentler reforms and only tax reform would pass easily. The eight hour rule affecting 3,200 state employees around the capitol has left workers in shock.

G. W. Lineweaver Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch Harry Flood Byrd Virginia Democratic Byrd Harry

Appeal Granted In Larew Case By High Court

The Supreme Court of Appeals in Richmond Virginia grants an appeal from the Frederick County Circuit Court ruling on the will of the late Samuel L Larew. Samuel L Larew Jr. is the complainant with his children as defendants. The appeal, pursued by Samuel L Larew III and his sisters Philomena and Elizabeth Larew, is docketed in Staunton and set to be heard next September term. Attorneys for appellants are Robt M Ward and M M Lynch.

Supreme Court of Appeals Richmond Circuit Court Frederick County Samuel L.larew Samuel L. Larew Samuel Li. Larew Philomena Elizabeth Larew Court of Appeals Staunton Messrs Robt. M. Ward M. M. Lynch

Firemen's Welfare Association Meeting Tonight

The Firemen's Welfare Association will hold a regular meeting tonight at 8 o'clock in the hall of the Sarah Zane Fire Company. All members are urged to attend. H. H. Hable, Chairman.

Firemen’s Welfare Association Sarah Zane Fire Company H. H. Hable

For Rent Six Room Building On South Main Street

For rent a six room building on S Main St suitable for dwelling or business. Apply 41 4 IP TF G M Hansbrough.

S. Main St G- M. Hansbroug

Charley Rouss Banquet Tickets On Sale At Hable's Store

A limited number of banquet tickets are available at Hable's Store for the Charley Rouss event. Purchase promptly to secure admission.

Charley Rouss Hable’s

Many Candidates Seek City Council Seats in Quiet Primary

Democratic and Republican hopefuls circle the six council seats as primary chatter grows. In the first ward incumbents Bailey Henry and McVicar face advancing names including Hable Forney Rosenberger Shryock Baker and Henry seeking another term. In the second ward Baetjer Cooper and Robinson are named plus Barr Sprint Bryarly and Dellinger, with Baetjer likely to run to succeed himself and Cooper and Robinson expected to run in June. Scott T. Waverope, a Frederick County resident, dies at home two miles west of Winchester. he would have been 78 and leaves two daughters and two sons among survivors. He remained a lifelong Dunkard and will be buried Tuesday at Baracore Church, with services at 2 p.m. and a gathering 1:30 p.m. at his residence.

R. Frank Barr Ashby Sprint R. T. Bryarly W. W. Dellinger George Baetjer Lewis F. Cooper Fred A. Robinson House Scott T. Waverope Frederick County Atone Winchester Mr. Fahnestock William Mary Sydle Eere Printens Satna Ephrata Tapatt Pahnestock Winchener Sherman H. Hildebrandt Baltimore Aeghea J. Fahnestock Samuel Mea Daniel Fahnestock Jnoedith Romain Virginia Lee Hildene Fahnestock Tgs Pestion Bane Ae Ree Dunkard A. M.oh. Bean Eae Ie P. McGuire Godfrey Miller J. Perry Purcell John Hartman Wd. B. Cartelle Bailey Jas. B. Russell G. Clarence Miller

Man Charged After Alcohol Related Collision

Police arrested Robert Santmier yesterday after a collision involving his car and a vehicle driven by Mr. Carpenter with family passengers. The Carpenter car sustained heavy damage but no injuries occurred. Santmier’s car was also badly damaged and he faces a charge of operating under the influence.

Robert Santmier Guthridge Carpenter Occu Santimier

Novelty Street Parade Tomorrow At One O'Clock

Samson from Texas will lead a public novelty street parade tomorrow starting at 1 PM in front of the Winchester Evening Star Bridge, attempting to pull five American Express railway trucks loaded with people. The event precedes a two day engagement at the Colonial Theatre with Suzan Chalupka and a large cast, plus a feature film and stage acts. Also notes a Broadway Lady screening and a ladies matinee on Wednesday.

Samson Texas Winchester Evening Star American Express Colonial Theatre Suzan Chalupka Winchester Atlantic City Suzan Venus

Governor Byrd Guest of Honor at Alumni Dinner

Richmond Virginia February 8 arranged for an alumni dinner at the Commonwealth Club next Thursday evening by the Richmond chapter of the University of Virginia Alumni Association honoring Governor Harry F Byrd and about forty General Assembly alumni. Principal speakers include President Edwin A Alderman and Armistead Me of the law faculty. Byrd is expected to speak briefly though he never attended college.

Richmond Commonwealth Club University of Virginia Alumni Association Harry F. Byrd General Assembly Virginie Edwin A. Alderman

Man Suffers Acute Mastoiditis Family Seeks Medical Aid

Frank M. Haymaker was taken ill Saturday with acute mastoiditis and is in severe condition at home. Physicians fear an operation at the hospital may be necessary to relieve his illness.

Frank M. Haymaker

Federal suit seeks to block large baking alliance

The government asked a federal court in Baltimore to dissolve a vast baking trust led by Ward interests. Named with Ward were General Baking Continental Baking Union Bakers and other entities. The filing charges Sherman and Clayton acts violations and seeks injunctions against further combines.

Associated Press Washington Ward Baltimore General Baking Continental Baking Union Bakers Ward Company Wardwood Products Corporation Congress Federal Trades Commission Ardakin Corporation Ng Corporee On Baking Company General’ Corporation Continental Corpora Corporation Bakers Cotton Eenere Brake J. Ward William Ee Helnas Georive A. Barber Boia Smith

Please Help To Save the Birds From Starvation

A plea to the public to feed birds to prevent starvation and support humane agencies. It warns bread and grain placed on snow is wasted as birds cannot access it and urges ongoing human help for birds to protect gardens and trees next spring.

My. Otl Ie ‘Somgat Society For the Prevention

Deep Snow Hits Local Area With Six Inch Drift

Winter grips the vicinity as heavy snowfall continues around eight this morning and noon reports put six inches on the ground. East wind persists with little sign of a letup through the afternoon.

Petersburg Native Ernest B Jones Appointed to State Staff

PETERSBURG Virginia February 2 Ernest B Jones commander of the Second Battalion One Hundred and Thirteenth Infantry has been appointed by Governor Byrd to his staff. He served twelve years in the regular army and volunteered for service in World War I as a captain of cavalry. He resigned from the regular army in January 1919. Major Jones is a Petersburg native.

Petersburg Ernest 8. Jones Byrd Jones

Man Guilty in Tent Murder Case Deliberations Begin

ROMNEY W Va February Charles L Vandevender former deputy sheriff assessor and justice of the peace in Pendleton county was found guilty of first degree murder by a jury for killing Mrs Ada Hammer a widow at a religious meeting in Circleville last September. The jury recommended life imprisonment. Vandevender admitted the shooting but pleaded temporary insanity. A motion to set aside the verdict for a new trial will be heard later.

Romney W. Va Charles L. Vandevender Pendtetoh Ada Hammer Circlevile Vandevender Grant

Winchester Star Sparkles in Florida Claim

J. M. Cadwallader of Panama City Florida renewing his subscription to The Star says The Winchester Evening Star never shines as bright as down in Florida.

J. M. Cadwallader Panama City Florida the Star Winchester Evening Star

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mr. Zimmerman Baker’s Drug ‘Store William P. Riggs Service Empire Opey Larew High Scott T. Fahnestock S. Ances America Elks Home Governor Byrd Ward Interests
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