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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1922

Page

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Washington Birthday Program Set at Empire Theater

A celebration of George Washington's birthday is planned at the Empire Theater next Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Dr. William D. Smith of Richmond will deliver the keynote address. The senior class of Handley High School leads the program with music, tableaux, and a history account by Miss Mary Rosencreer.

Handley High School Washington Empire Theatre George Washington Empire Ter Wilam D. Smithhmond Mary Rosencreer Empire Winchester Smith Christ Church of Tor France United States Army St. Mark’s Church Richmond Dr. Smith James F. Ritter

Prohibition Field Forces to Be Reorganized

The national prohibition enforcement structure will be reorganized with a total of 56 federal prohibition directors planned. Commissioner said one director will oversee the Canal Zone, completing the roster, as the Willis-Camp union extends the enforcement area to the Canal Zone and the Virgin Islands.

Associated Press Washington National Prohibition Field Forces Gas Gaid Canal Zone Willis-Campunct Virgin Islands

European and Armenian Relief Campaign Closing Services

The closing services of the Union Evangelistic Campaign will feature a sacrifice offering for relief efforts in Europe and Armenia. The campaign collects support through offerings to aid European and Armenian relief.

Union Evangelistic Campaign Peek Arte Sipps

Schedule of Services for Union Evangelistic Campaign

Evening services run nightly at 7 30 except Saturdays. Weekday sessions Tuesday and Thursday at 3 00. women’s meetings on Fridays at 3 00. Cottage prayer meetings also held. Campaign contact 884 3 153 tote.

Peal Sain Noonay Campaign

Landis Resigns as Federal Judge to Drive Baseball Reform

Federal Judge Kenesaw M. Landis announces resignation to devote full time to baseball duties. He will leave the Northern District court after completing seventeen years of service, with Heney heading a baseball integrity inquiry and previously fines against Standard Oil under review by the Supreme Court.

Chicago Kenesaw M. Landis Landis Heney Cede Stackaachel Standard Oil Company Supreme Court

Weather outlook for the week in Atlantic states

Weather predictions expect considerable cloudiness with rain at the start of the week and again late in the week. Warmer temperatures anticipated early in the week followed by cooler readings after midweek.

Associated Press Washington North Middle’ Atlantic

Debut Dinner for Miss Lillian Whitside in Washington

Miss Lillian Whitside daughter of Colonel and Mrs W W Whitside is making her Washington debut at a dinner this evening. Attending from our city are Miss Elizabeth Steck Miss Vir Baker Mr and Mrs George Barrie Mr Robert T Barton and Mr Jack Johnston of Boyce.

Lillian Whitside W. W. Whitside Washington Elizabeth Steck Vir- Baker George Barrie Robert T. Barton Jack Johnston Boyce

Bank Directors Honor Late James E Anderson at Western Derick Bank

The Western Derick Bank Gore Va board passes resolutions praising James E Anderson, noting his wisdom and service, expressing deep sympathy to his bereaved relatives, and declaring the loss a serious one for the community. Copies will be recorded, printed, and sent to the family.

Western Derick Bank Gore Eme Vanlvetas B. A. Giffin A.C. Oates E. R. Hook

Handley High Students Enter Sarah Zane Essay Contest

Handley High School students participate in the Sarah Zane Essay Contest with a prompt about citizen contribution to the Sarah Zane Truck. Essays must be sent to Secretary Potts by February 22 at 2 p.m. Prizes include $5 first and $2.50 second. judges will evaluate the submissions. Also note a found auto chain. owner should call Star office.

Sarah Zane Potts Star Office

Great union evangelistic campaign to close Sunday

Sunday marks the close of the great union evangelistic campaign with four services planned. Men will gather at 3 PM in the Anot herett Church and Centenary Church, featuring a chorus of over a thousand men. Women’s mass meetings follow at 7:30 PM in Market Street and Centenary Churches, with possible extra sessions in the Baptist Church. Regular morning services proceed in listed churches. pastors will preach except for First Christian and Presbyterian churches. Rev. Mr Aded recovers to resume pulpit duties at First Baptist.

Great Union Winchester Centenary Market Street Centenary Church Braddock Climpitee Actiat East Cork Street Presbyterian South Main Street Grace Lutheran West Water Street Christ Episcopal United Elhven American Legion Building North Main Street Siples of Christ Odd Fellows Buing East Water Street Braddock Street South Braddock Methodist Market Cork Centenary Reformed Cork Streets First Christian Church Rich Luttrell Presbyterian Church W.H. Woolls Adey First Baptist Church

Annual Supper of Progressive Men's Bible Class

Cen Reformed Church hosts annual supper for the Progressive Men's Bible Class from 5 to 10 p m. An event notice lists 92 attendees and details referencing standard centenary supper in the church hall.

Cen

Testimony in Stillman Divorce Case Set for Montreal

A commission to take testimony in the divorce suit of James A. Stillman and Mrs. Anne A. Stillman was granted by Supreme Court Justice Morschauser. The proceedings will begin March 13 in Montreal.

Associated Prose Poughkeepsie N. Y Montreal James A. Stillman New York Anne A. Stillman Supreme Court Morschauser

Magnavox Telemekafone and Local Advertisements

Rented for penne concerts lectures and rates available at Séal's Music Store. Fresh mackerel just received. sale of farm implements and stock at D M Leidig's on February 22 one mile west of Vaucluse. Attend John C Lee administrator gate February 21. Baile east of White.

D. M. Leidig's Vaucluse John C. Lee

Modern Laundry Ad Snapshot

Modern Laundry offers separate wash services with pickup. Call 277-3 for truck service. Address appears as Kent Street location with delivery options.

Prainemsould

Letter claims killer known by Sands in Taylor murder

In Angelms on February 13 investigation into William Des Taylor murder centered on District Attorney Woolwine's statement about Edward F Sands. Sands argued he would not be prosecuted if proven uninvolved and cited a Los Angeles letter saying he knew the real Slayer but denied involvement. Woolwine said authenticity unknown and hoped it was genuine.

Angelms William Des- Taylor Els Sury

Harding Signs Marketing Law

The Cap per-Volsteax marketing act was signed on February 18 by President Harding. It legalizes cooperative associations of buyers and producers and exempts them from the Sherman anti trust law.

Associated Preas Aneirt Capper-Volsteax Ofers Harding

Fire damages Florida town in Ocala blaze

Fire in Ocala caused about 250000 dollars in damage to a retail business district. Officials say the blaze started from an short circuit electrical wire, destroying the George Paynesom Company store and warehouse and damaging the Pathore store of the Brothers.

Associated Press Ocala Florida Willet George Pay ‘Aesompany Theatbre Nae Company Pathtore Te Brothers

Handley Lecture Rescheduled For Monday Night

A scheduling error mis announced the Handley lecture for February 20 as last night. Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce churches and telephone outreach most regular patrons were informed in time. The final Handley talk will be at 8 30 PM Monday in the City Hall Auditorium with expected large attendance.

The Star Chamber of Commerce City Hall

Young County Couple Weds at Grace Lutheran Church

Howard Allamong and Laura Clowser of Mount Williams Frederick County married at noon yesterday at Grace Lutheran Church North Market Street. The 17 year old bride is daughter of John and Mrs Clowser. groom 21, son of Edwin and Mrs Allamong. He farms locally.

Howard Allamong Laura Clowser Mount Williams Frederick County Grace Lutheran Church North Market Street A A. Kelly John Clowser Sven Edwin Allamong Mount Williams

Wanted Office Assistant Stenographer and Bookkeeper

Help wanted for a position as office assistant skilled in stenography and bookkeeping. Applicants must be competent. Apply at H. H. Logic Box 227, Winchester, VA 21st Abb peat.

H. H Winchester

House Again Defeats Bond Issue Measure

Virginia lawmakers rejected a bond issue for highway improvements with a 47 to 3 vote, preserving the Good Roads pledge against bonds. The session also advanced women’s work limits in industrial plants and discussed Senate redistricting changes affecting Nelson and Amherst counties. A plan to merge the University of Virginia Medical School with the Medical College of Virginia was set for a Senate vote by Tuesday.

Ind House We Highways Improvement Virginia Loudoun Fie Xemeral Ieee Wien St. Elie Aae Senate Richmond Amherst Nelson Augusta County Staunton Paul Rockingham Warren County Page Warren Medical School University of Virginia Medical College of Virginia Senator Booker Senator Early

Funnniest Film Yet at Andie Theater Tonight

Clyde Cook stars in The Chauffeur a breezy test comedy billed as the funniest film yet Harold Sh d and Larry Lemon appear in supporting roles and local patrons are urged to see Tom latest offerings tonight at Andie by all means money back if not satisfied.

Clyde Cook Harold Sh Larry Lemon Tom Andie

New Baby John Fick Jr. Born on East Water Street

Mr and Mrs John F Boxwell welcome a fine son named John Fick Jr at their home on East Water Street. Both mother and baby are reported to be doing well.

John F. Boxwell Hestia East Water Street John Fi Ck

Mrs Mary Elton Clark Dies at Son’s Home in Bartonville

Mrs Mary Elton Clark died early this morning at her son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Trovella Clark near Bartonville after a fourth paralytic stroke. She was 73 or 74, widow of James Clark a Frederick County farmer, and daughter of Asa and Phoebe Loy. Funeral at Chestnut Grove Church conducted by Rev P J Lawrence with interment in the nearby graveyard.

Mary Elton Clark Trovella Clark Bartdnville Phoebe Ruble Loy Rick County Clark St Episcopal Church Asy Grove Ned Saal Ak Health Hogan Bartonville Lemuel Bartonvile Chester Utherine Clark Virginia Light Light County Chestnut Grove Church P. J. Lawrence

Handley High to Be Inspected by Army Colonel

Colonel Fuller of the United States Army will inspect the Winch cadet battalion at Handley High School next Monday at about 10 o clock. He is stationed at Fort Howard Maryland and is expected to arrive tomorrow. The inspection follows a War Department plan to assign a military instructor to Winchester with Fuller ordered to conduct a thorough inquiry. All cadets will appear in full uniform.

Fuller United In Army Han Grounds Fort Howard Maryland Winchester High School War Department Army Winchester Price Handley School

Excursion 10 Philadelphia Run From Winchester Tonight

The Pennsylvania Railroad schedules an excursion from Winchester to Philadelphia leaving at 11 tonight and returning from Philadelphia at 5 tomorrow afternoon. The train will use standard Pennsylvania equipment for the trip as announced today.

Pennsylvania Railroad Winchester Philadelphia

City Court to Convene February Term

The regular February term of the Corporation Court will convene Monday morning at City Hall led by Judge F. B. Whiting. A special Branch jury has been summoned for the opening day.

Corporation Court F. B. Whiting

Oyster Supper Postponed by Crum's Church Ladies

Oyster supper postponed until a later date due to scheduling. Crum's Church ladies announced the event originally set for Tuesday February 21.

Ladies of Crum’s Church

Evangelistic Campaign Sermon Emphasizes Free Will and Sin

The evangelistic meeting led by Rev Richardson drew a large crowd as he preached on Exodus and Moses, arguing that God does not force salvation and that every man bears responsibility for his own soul. He warned against fatalism and stressed the Holy Spirit works within chosen will.

Union Evangelistic A. Kelly Widhardson Pharaoh Moses Rishardeen Red Sea Jesus Christ Church Word Rami Satan Mr. Richardson Rohus

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Fort Loudon Seminary Kenandoah ‘Valley Academy Ers Winchester Public Schools Associati. Aren Stillman Magnavox Telemegafone C. P. McVicar Woolwine Handley Lecture Jas. Clark Handley High Richaron i
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