21 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1922
Page
1
The United States purchased the giant airship Roma from Italy and had recently commissioned it when it exploded over Hampton Roads naval base. Officials count 21 crew aboard plus 30 to 40 passengers or enlisted men. one man was seen jumping from the ship while it burned.
John L. Lewis, UMWA president, calls operators to meet in Cleveland on March 2 for wage talks to avert a strike. A defensive alliance between coal miners and railway unions is discussed in Chicago with 15 of 16 major unions invited, aiming to strengthen bargaining power against wage cuts.
Practically new Dodge roadster offered by Rogers Garage located at 6 Valley Ave. Sale listing notes immediate availability and urges early inquiry. Contact details not provided.
The Massachusetts Supreme Court found District Attorney Joseph C. Pelletier of Suffolk County guilty on multiple counts of malfeasance misfeasance and nonfeasance in office. The ruling covers key misconduct allegations raised by the attorney general and marks a major legal action against a public official.
Reports from mountain fruit belts indicate peach and apple crops escaped major damage after last week's subzero weather. Lancelot Jacques said peaches remain safe in Smithsburg, with possible minor harm in low areas. Hancock apple orchards on hills and slopes also escaped injury. Lost brown scarf Friday night in White Hall. Reward for Mrs. Sue Brown.
Announcement invites entries for the Sarah Zane essay contest with prizes of 5 dollars for first and 2.50 dollars for second. Also notes a furniture sale at H. W. Harmer's on February 23 at Merriman's Lane.
High school students urged to write the Sarah Zane Essay with a chance to win. Loyal Workers' Bible Class hosts a sale advertised inside the page, indicating fundraising activity and community event.
Tyler B. Lawler 23 of Manassas Va. was shot four times and killed on a Washington street car as he faced a robbery. Paul DeVeral Barry 28, a paroled auto thief, surrendered claiming he acted from desperation to obtain funds and that any rider would have been possible target. Widow Lawler and relatives learn of the tragedy as Mrs Moler travels from Winchester after telegram.
Four men were wounded in a gun fight between a mine guard and a striker picket near the engine of the Pittsburgh West Virginia Coal Company in Wellsburg West Virginia south of here today. The mine had been closed for some time and recently reopened on an open shop basis.
An order from the Frederick Circuit Court appoints Mrs. Virginia L Davis as deputy clerk. She is the daughter of Newton and Mrs. Grove and wife of S M Davis of Hodgson and Brown. Previously she served as stenographer and clerical worker in the Clerk's office.
Miss Virginia Lanham returns to Washington after two week visit to Winchester relatives and friends. The advertisement lists Bean and Hayes sprayers Kayso spreader and spray fittings with phone and address in Market Street for orchard supplies.
Page senator Robert F Leedy, veteran politician, slipped in the capitol building while entering the senate chamber Yesterday. He recovered quickly exchanging his coat in the cloak room and later changed trousers at Murphy's Hotel. Despite the mishap he attended the governor's reception and planned to have both shoes and breeches half soled.
A reservation to the four power treaty requiring congressional consent for adjustments or misunderstandings was debated two hours by the Senate foreign relations committee without action. Senator Brandegee offered the reservation, and members indicated general approval with Lodge showing favorable disposition toward adoption.
An important business meeting of the First Christian Church congregation is set for Wednesday at 7 30 with the finance committee meeting at 7. Also the United Commercial Travelers Association hosts a Washington's Birthday dance on February 22 with over 300 invitations issued and music by the Atta Boy Orchestra of Harrisonburg.
William Newlin, a 28 year old six foot six county resident, pleaded guilty in Freder ick county Circuit Court to attempted criminal assault on a middle aged married white woman. He received four years in the penitentiary and will be transported soon. A probe at his preliminary hearing revealed drinking moonshine whiskey and a struggle with the woman. Sheriff Pannett and Deputy Wigginton found a still and liquor at Jas Rosenberger's home, Rosenberger later indicted for operating a still.
The page promotes a special women birthday program at Empire with a continuous show from 2:30 to 11 p m at regular prices. It notes Virginia McAvoy and R Roland in episode five of White Clue The Clash of the Clans.
Judge W. M. Strader of Millwood Virginia married Cavill Mae Zombro of Greencastle Pennsylvania in Berryville Virginia on a Saturday afternoon. The 75 year old judge served in the Confederate Army and will reside in Millwood where he has dispensed justice for years. The bride is 22 and met the judge while visiting neighbors.
The photo shows Anne Tert, a former WWI resident, directing traffic near Emda and Lexington in a sleet storm as Viola Dana passes by. Miss Dana was at the Century Theater in Baltimore for several days. Wulpert is a longtime Baltimore police officer.
Sale notice lists a kitchen range and household goods available at 17 East Water Street. Items described for immediate purchase at the referenced address.
One man was killed and several workers wounded in clashes at a Pawtucket mill today as police and striking cotton workers clashed. Mediation talks were held with unions and mill management while state troopers and coast artillery were dispatched to maintain order.
A Frederick County meeting at Handley Library discussed tax grading contracts and growing participation. Growers signed to expand capacity with barrels, orders for arsenic lead and sulfate products noted, and cooperage firms faced storage pressures prompting production adjustments.
Progressive Men's Bible Class hosts a two night supper February 21 and 22 from 5 to 10 pm at Centenary Reformed Church Cen. Read noting Miss Selah Shull's Roanoke trip for the DeMontagny Shull wedding this evening.
A women’s Christian gathering featured an opening welcome by J. W. Nichols and remarks by Miss Reynolds McCormick. Miss Mary delivered the morning message, and Rev. Robert B. Nelson of Chester gave an address on education at noon.
Local advertisement touts reduced coal prices for screened lump coal and other blends. Contact W. La Hollis Coal by Bell phone 238 for current rates and purchasing details.
The article notes Geneva Washington’s birthday as a holiday with limited closures. Local banks Winchester Handley Library and some offices suspend public services while industrial firms and stores may open. no widespread business shutdown is planned.
Telegram announces illness of Mrs John Ow as she leaves Sunday to be with her daughter. note mentions ham and hometown context with a caregiver at the residence.
The studio of Minnie A Miller informs piano pupils that sessions will be paused until Thursday as she has traveled to Baltimore for professional reasons.
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