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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1925
Page
1
In Cave City Kentucky February seventeenth officials declare Floyd Collins dead after a cavern roof collapse ended an all night rescue. Four miners and leaders face official review as a coroner's jury prepares a report while Collins' funeral plans are arranged.
Joseph Jolliffe 45, unmarried, longtime Clarke county resident and Boyce gas station operator, died after a brief pneumonia illness at his sister Mrs. Stanley Anders home in Boyce. He previously worked as a Norfolk and Western Railway messenger and belonged to Masons and Knights Templar groups. He leaves a sister and two brothers, with funeral set for Emmanuel Episcopal Church Boyce at 11 a.m. Thursday.
Members of the Mother's Club of the Reformed Church are urged to attend a four day program on Child Training at the Handley Library auditorium. Sessions run Tuesday to Friday afternoons from 2 to 4 o'clock and aim to aid mothers and others interested in child welfare.
The undersigned will sell at greatly reduced prices to quick buyers the following new cars Paige Brougham Jewett Sedan Jewett Coupe Jewett Touring Special Two Ton Service Truck Also lot of 186d cars T Russell Cather Admr 44 1p 61 D W Mellwee Decd
Herbert S. Lauck of Winchester coaches Woodbridge High School basketball to major improvement as the Green team evolves from weak start to competitive success. The Woodbridge Independent notes the team’s turnaround, aided by the coach’s training and strategy. Hoagland’s eligibility dispute briefly disorganized the squad, delaying early progress.
NEW YORK Feb 17 With outside buying attracted by lower prices and resumption of pools encouraged by the improved technical position rising from yesterday's drastic decline this morning's recovery in stock market prices reached substantial proportions Anthracite coal railroad shares were heavy but other rails showed improved tone Bear selling was not abandoned but was confined to relatively few issues Renewal of the call money rate was marked up to 4 percent.
J W Sibert city chief fire warden has invited captains of fire companies and council fire committee members plus the Mayor and other officials to a 8 pm meeting in the council chamber at city hall. The goal is to form a more effective fire fighting unit and strengthen ties between firemen and city officials for a better Winchester fire department.
Late r died at Memorial Hospital yesterday afternoon. Memorial services and tributes from the Reformed Church and the Friendship Society were noted. Burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery, with a procession and services in the cemetery. Family connections and several named individuals appeared among the attendees and tributes.
Fire companies responded to two silent alarms last night. At about 7:30 p m smoke and flames were seen at the Presbyterian Church. A second alarm followed from a chemical engine. Firemen extinguished the blaze at the Jones Undertaking place with minor losses as the scene remained under control.
Citizens are urged to attend a meeting at the George Ington Hotel tonight at 8 oclock to discuss the Apple Blossom Festival and ensure its success. All interested persons are welcome to participate.
Judge Whiting hears the appeal of Isaac Hodgson against J. D. Wright trading as the Anne Lumber Company. The matter, from the magistrate court, concerns a lumber deal and market issue.
Three men were killed and one seriously wounded in a clash between moonshiners and federal prohibition agents at Carysville Holmes County Florida. The sheriff of the county reported the incident occurred yesterday with details arriving today.
The Robert Y. Conrad Post American Legion plans Trial by Jury around March 16 with Mrs Richard E B Griffith directing. Cast includes Miss Pearsons as the bride Harries Browne as the judge Carsons as the defendant Floyd Haines foreman Donald McFadden usher and a jury of twelve. The Red Letter Night will feature sketches by Randolph McIlwee Markham Whitehead and James K R DuShane the latter a noted female impersonator. The show was postponed due to illness so principals could recover for a proper presentation.
Round Hill school house hosts an ice cream and pie social Friday night February 20 to benefit M. B. Church. Public invited to attend.
Mrs Julia Taylor Baker wife of locksmith B Brooke Baker of Winchester died after weeks of pneumonia at her home 44 Seth Main street Her husband contracted grippe which became pneumonia while nursing her He had shown improvement but she fell ill during care Funeral services set for 3 pm tomorrow at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Mount Hebron Cemetery will host interment Pallbearers named William Whis son E B Capper Holmes Carper Ray Everhart A R Breckenridge William Keating Nathan Hottel and William L Zirkle
Douglas Fairbanks explains his motivation for producing The Thief of Bagdad. He argues the film channels the soul's longing for betterment, blending fantasy with life’s harsher truths. He believes the story mirrors every man's inner quest for happiness and heart’s desire.
Mr and Mrs George Dayhilf of Hagerstown spent the day here with friends.
Mrs. Elizabeth Cocke of Hagerstown and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carey of Flint Hill were sightseeing in town today, marking a day of social visits and neighboring greetings.
Stella Rudolph 33 wife of Grover Rudolph of Lebanon Church Shenandoah County Virginia died in Memorial Hospital after a short illness. She had been visiting relatives near Bloom when she fell ill Saturday night or Sunday and was moved to the hospital Sunday. Funeral services will be held at the Valles Pike near Braddock Street with burial at Lebanon Church. She is survived by her husband a daughter Lucille May Rudolph her parents Mr and Mrs Himelright five sisters and three brothers.
The United States to Los Angeles air mail begins on or about February 19 with 200 pounds of letters and post cards carried by the airship from Lakehurst New Jersey. The Navy Department approved the experiment and all mail must bear the inscription All mail by airship Los Angeles from Lakehurst N J on the face.
Natthias Marshall, missing for 32 years since 1893 after being committed to Catonsville asylum, wandered back to his boyhood home in Salisbury Maryland. Now near normal mentally but unable to recall wife or events during the long disappearance, he arrived exhausted with torn clothing and calloused hands from hard labor.
Shenandoah Valley National Bank stock sold at public auction today for 301 per share. Farmers and Merchants National and Commercial and Savings Bank stock also sold, along with George Washington Hotel and Harlec Tire Company stock. The sale was conducted by Auctioneer A. G. Swanson with Herbert B. Liarrick, trustee for W. R. Hillyard, handling the trustee duties.
Carl Fords touring Star touring and Buicks advertised with sensible pricing. Listings note Winchester Hunco location and include 1p-11 shorthand reference.
A letter to Prosecuting Frederick County clerk leads to Parke P. Deans being sent to investigate inmates confined for law infractions. Governor Trinkle responds by directing sheriffs to herd the prisoners and relocate tubercular inmates from Rit County jail to a safer site. The move aims to address health risks and curb disease spread among inmates and the general population.
A court awards a divorce to Mrs Milfired against B Luttrell Corporation citing cruelty. The decree resolves disputes over separation and alimony. The ruling names Mrs Tanti re and references alleged misconduct within the marriage and corporate ties.
Fragmentary text references a maid's room and local newspaper items. The readable bits suggest a domestic or property context but lack clear names, dates, places, or events to identify. Further readable details are needed to craft a precise news-style card.
An 8 p.m. meeting is scheduled with members to attend and confirm dues status. The notice mentions important items and asks attendees to be present, including a model CRG 200A reference.
Paris dispatch reports Cardinal Dubois Matrrin Bolchét and others send an ambassador to the Vatican to push France toward Senate action. Cardinals aim to influence politics and prevent party advances before the ratification debate.
A man described as a retired, prominent local figure shot his wife in their apartment in St Paul and then killed himself. The incident, reported today, left police and neighbors in shock as authorities began investigations into motive and timeline.
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