King's Daughters Receive Bequest From Capt A J Thompson
Special to The Star Berryville Virginia February 11 At court the Clarke county board of women Golden Rule Circle King's Daughters was awarded the 500 left in the will of the late Capt A J Thompson of Clarke County Thompson requested the bequest be a trust fund the interest to be used for upkeep of the community enterprise the King's Daughters ran County Clerk Eugene Glover and Treasurer W A Bradford were trustees of the fund Thompson died about ten years ago and was a noted Clarke County figure whose legacy supports the unique rest room run by the King's Daughters the only one of its kind in the state
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Star
Berryville
Clarkege
Golden Rule Circle Iig
Capt
A. J. Thompson
Clarke County
Thompson
King’s Ers
Eugené Glover
W. A. Bradford
Pson
Winchester Virginia Sheriff Sale of Paige Coupe
In Winchester Virginia on Saturday February 24 1928 at 10 A M the sheriff will offer for public sale in front of the Court House a Paige Coupe in first class condition. The car costs 2500 dollars and is subject to a debt of 1054 56 owed to Winchester Credit Corporation. Bids start at 1054 56 with cash terms. A J Wigginton Deputy Sheriff Dunn Davall Auctioneers.
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Winchester
Court House
Virginia
Winchester Credit Corporation
State convention in Berryville highlights organization activities
At the annual state convention held in Berryville last October, attendees viewed a screen presentation detailing the activities promoted by the organization. The event showcased progress and plans as members emphasized ongoing projects and community impact.
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the Order
Berryville
Gainesboro News Items in Chambersville Visit and Illness Updates
Gainesboro Virginia February 11. Mrs Frank Cooper of near Chambersville spent a few days last week with her son and daughter in law Mrs Joseph Cooper here Mr Walter Adams sister who have been suffering from colds and grippe are somewhat better Mrs Ellis Bayliss and children were calling on Mrs Joseph Cooper on Monday afternoon Mrs Fiora Shane who has been very ill is able to be up around the house Mr T Adams was suffering from a bad cold last week but is able to be out again
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Gainesboro
Frank Cooper
Chambersville
Joseph Cooper
Walter Adams
Ellis Bayliss
Fiora Shane
T. Adams
Trustees Private Sale Of Valuable Real Estate Near Hamburg
Trustees F S Tavenner E D Newman and J M Bauserman offer private sale of multiple Lantz family farms across Keller Farm near Hamburg Bowman Marlboro and Powell's Fort with about 185 166 166 370 123 the Jackson Farm Middletown and Edinburg properties. Some are burdened by Land Bank loans. buyers may need little cash upfront. Prospective bidders are urged to inspect properties. inquiries directed to undersigned trustees.
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F.S. Tavenner
E D. Newman
JM. Bauserman
R. J
R. H. Lantz
Keller
Hamburg
R. J. Lantz
R. M. Lantz
Bowman
Erin
Caroline Furnace
Powell's Fort
Booth
Marlboro
Jackson
Marlparr Notaneee
Land Bank
F. S. Tavenner
E. D. Newman
J. M. Bauserman
Local Social Highlights From Gainesboro District (Feb Notes)
Tuesday night visits and Sunday calls populate Gainesboro social scene as Frances Adams spends time with Jennie, Luttrells visit near Winchester, John Adams calls Walter Adams near White Hall, and DeHaven visits Green Spring. Teachers meeting for Gainesboro District postponed from Feb 7 now set for February 21 at the local schoolhouse.
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Frances Adams
Jennie
J. H. Fout
F. M. Bageant
Ethel
Daisy
Luttrell
Jennie deHaven
A. Luttrell
W. F. Luttrell
Winchester
John Adams
White Hall
Walter Adams
B. D. DeHaven
Green Spring
Gainesboro
J. Mellwee
Josiah Shade
Janet Lindamood
Margaret
Lucille Wingfild
Shenandoah National Park Petition Poem by Nina Glynn Anderson
A poetic proclamation by Nina Glynn Anderson of Winchester Virginia urges federal recognition and preservation of Shenandoah National Park. The verse venerates Virginia and its landscape, invoking historical figures and divine blessing, seeking official park status and protection.
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Virginia
Shenandoah
National Park Committee
Nina Glynn Anderson
Winchester
Baptist Church Service Bulletin Calls for Home Readings
A Baptist church bulletin lists Wednesday night prayer meetings from 8 to 8 30 with homes of Mr and Mrs Jackmeyer on Millwood Avenue and Mr and Mrs Grove 329 North Main Street arranged by Miss Katie Hight. It notes Thursday night men’s chorus rehearsal at 7 45 and a Friday night meeting at 7 45 followed by council at 8 45. Mr Hosking speaks on Antioch the Roots and the Fruits of the Church. Attendance last Friday night and Sunday was the best in months.
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Averhood
Jackmeyer
Millwood Avenue
Sue
Grove
N. Main Street
Katie Hight
Hosking
Antioch
Native of Ganotown Galusha DeHaven Dies in Florida
Galusha DeHaven of Ganotown Berkeley County West Virginia died last Thursday night in Lakeland Florida. He was 77 and interred in Lakeland Cemetery. Survived by widow Virginia Lemp and many children across Maryland Ohio Pennsylvania West Virginia. Funeral arrangements not disclosed.
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Galusha DeHaven
Ganotown
Florida
Galusha Deee
Berkeleyounty
W. Va
Lakeland
Fla
Eos
Buria
Wann ‘DeHaven
Eirele
Fred- Berkeley
Laka
West Virginia Knights Templar Meet in Martinsburg May
The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of West Virginia will hold its annual conclave in Martinsburg in mid May. Knights Templar from Winchester and nearby areas are expected to attend the parade and events. Martinsburg committees prepare an elaborate program to entertain visiting Templars for several days of activities.
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Grand Commandery of
Knights Templar of
West Virginia
Martinsburg
Knights Templar
Winchester
Valley Caverns Declared Safe Amid Shenandoah Talk
J M Pirkey, owner of the Grottoest of the Shenandoah, says the Shenandoah Valley caverns pose no danger of accidents like Sand Cave Ky. He notes limestone formations and ancient rock stability, asserting the caverns are as safe as a house and have withstood earthquakes for thousands of years.
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Valley Caverns
Shenandoah
Sand Cave
J. M. Pirkey
Scatters
Apple Prospects Bright for Remaining 1924 Crop
Richmond Va Feb 10 The outlook for the portion of the 1924 apple crop remaining unsold is bright according to a federal outlook report for 1925. The lighter 1924 crop has reduced cold storage holdings as of January 1 1925 about 30 percent below the prior year, supporting a good demand and potentially steady or higher prices for the rest of the season.
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Richmond
Appes
Farm Youths Save 9 000 000 A Year
Washington report notes nearly 9 000 700 dollars added to national wealth in one year by 600 000 boys and girls in club work under the Agriculture Department extension system. Miss Gertrude L Warren explains the program builds junior citizens and improves farming and home making while securing future rural progress.
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Washington
Gertrude L. Warren
Department of Agriculture
Warren
4H Emblem Defines Club Training Promise
Speaker describes 4H insignia representing head heart hand and health. Club program emphasizes economic feasibility and well rounded training. Since 1923 the organization has conducted over 3,500 encampments as a core recreational feature.
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Migs Warren
Shaft Diggers Continued From Page One
Station officials attribute occasional static noises to chemical action within the battery, a claim discussed as the article continues from Page One.
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Page One
Deeded To National Forests Fifty Thousand Acres To Go
A Pendleton County West Virginia transfer records 10 000 acres from the Lenning Estate to the United States. The 60 000 acre survey forms part of a larger 93 000 acre patent issued to John Barclay in 1796. The remainder, 50 000 acres in Virginia, will join Shenandoah National Forest and come under Forest Service administration.
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Pendleton County
W. Va
Lenning
United States
Virginia
Shenandoah National Forest
Forest Service
Rockingham County
Barclay
Shedoah National Forest
At once large clean cotton a The Star office
The fragment mentions cotton and The Star office but provides no clear event, date, or names to form a factual, newsy card.
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Sheridan
Virginia Fair
Baptist Church Service Bulletin
Lloyd's Butter-Nut Bread
JM. Lloyds Bakery
Martinsburg, W. VA
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Winchester Credit Corp
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