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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1925

Page

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Death of Mrs Trier in Clarke County

Mrs. Trier died in the afternoon after a complication of ailments. Devoted to her Church of the Sacred Heart in Winchester she was regular in service for many years. Survived by six sisters and several relatives. funeral arrangements not finalized, likely next Monday at 9 in Sacred Heart Church.

Mine County Trier Sachis Fenton Winchester Baltimore Jeromne Murphy Dennis Driscoll Mary Fenton William M. Kain Ella Frances Feng Ot’ Clarke Church of the Sacred Heart

Four youths charged in porch accident at flour mill

Ralph insen George mble Bat Hawes and Lowell Brannon faced warrants after a fall at a flour mill porch injured Roy McKee. Three of the boys were arrested. Brannon, a student in West Virginia, could not be reached. Authorities will assess ages and juvenile handling tomorrow, with claims the fall occurred as McKee tripped, not chased.

Warre Ee Ralphinsen Eorge Mble Bat Hawes Lowell Brannon West Virginia Roy McKee Thomas McKee Artis McHee McKee Hawes Pramaes Deneines Tatenner Frazier Juvenile ‘Court Young McKee

Cake Sale at Solenberger's for Circle No 6 M E Church

A cake sale is announced for Saturday February 28 at Solenberger's window. The event supports Circle No 6 of the M. E. Church South with cakes and related goods.

Solenberger's M. E. Church South

Democrats End Politically Charged Flight From Indiana Senate

A group of fourteen Democratic senators who fled to Dayton Ohio to block a gerrymander bill returned to Indianapolis. They faced no fines as Gov. Van Orman welcomed them back. They aimed to delay sessional redistricting but the bill did not pass as they resumed work.

Indianapolis Ind Indiana Senate Dayton Indiiana Indiana Ohio van Orman The

Cold Wave Grips Section Amid Brief Summer Hopes

A two week spell of mild weather gave way to a sharp cold wave from the north. Daytime temps rose to the 70s briefly, but this morning read 8 degrees above zero with strong winds. Snow squalls appeared yesterday, and the forecast calls for continued cold, with a low near 18 degrees tonight and increasing clouds tomorrow.

Hallstead Fire Destroys Business District Worth $250000

Fire in Hallstead Pennsylvania today wiped out much of the business section causing an estimated loss of 250000 dollars. Six buildings were destroyed and the First Seen building damaged. Thirty two motor cars, 22 of which were new, were wrecked in the Conrad Motor Company's garage.

Associated Press Hallspead Hallstead Conrad Motor Company

Teapot Dome Suit Set For March 9 Trial

The Teapot Dome naval oil reserve lease case was set to proceed March 9 by Judge Kennedy after denying the government's bid for a continuance. The ruling came in Cheyenne Wyoming with Associated Press reporting.

Associated. Press Cheyenne Wyme Teapot Dome Naval Oil Reserve Kennedy United States District Court

Fire Wrecks Kendrick Building in Minneapolis Blaze

A spectacular fire in Minneapolis wrecked the Kendrick building interior early today, causing about 150000 dollars in losses. Three persons reported missing were later located.

Minneapolis Bythe Audoviated ST. Paul, Minn Kendrick

Eberts Condition Improves After Crisis Says Doctors

Physicians report President Ebert has passed the crisis of illness and his condition is improving steadily though slowly. The Associated Press notes the update came this evening as doctors expressed cautious optimism about his recovery.

Associated Press Waule Ebert

Special Sale on Silk Hose at Miss Ida L. Wyndham's Millinery

Friday and Saturday only, $2.00 full fashion silk hose offered at $1.65. Clara V. Fultz advertises at Miss Ida L. Wyndham's Millinery, naming the sale and location in a local notice.

Ida L. Wyndham Clara V. Fultz

Auction Sale of Household Goods at Poh. 28 Baker St

An auction sale of 28 household goods including tables stoves steel range stands crocks jars and bookshelves is set for 3 p.m. Saturday at Poh 28 Baker Street near Kent.

Baker St Kent

Hail Insurance Rates For 1925 Season Announced

Arthur General Insurance at 40 Rouss Ave advertises full information on hail insurance rates contracts for apples peaches corn and all growing crops for the 1925 season calling in person or ring 447 for details. The ad proclaims to be the largest hail insurance agency in the South.

Ring

Social and Personal Notes From Local News

Eugene K. Davis and Iown have returned home after trip to Washington. Davis and Brown, bankers at the Commercial and Savings Bank, drove from Washington to Warrenton Virginia for the bankers meeting of Group No 1 in the Bankers Association of Virginia. Mrs Elmer Hodges and Mrs Joseph Hodges hosted the K N Club at Mrs Hodges home on avenue.

Eugene K. Davis Iown Washington Messrs Davis and Brown The Commercial and Savings Bank Warrenton Bankers Group No Bankers” Association of Virnia Elmer ‘Hodges Mrs. Joseph K.N. Club

Potomac Edison official visits and staffing meeting

Mr. D. F. Collins appliance manager of Potomac Edison Company was a business visitor here yesterday. Mr. D. E. B. Stultztee of the Northern Virginia base attended a staffing meeting in Sort town today.

D. F. Collins Potomac Edison Company D. EB. Stultzeee Northern Virginia Sort Town

Me old Mie We Halve al l days with Mra

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Mra Esas R. S. Smith al Kirnstown

Washington visitor and local guest arrive in town

Mr. W. A. Davis from Washington was a business visitor today. Mrs. H. Himelright of Strasburg is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Amon Strasnider at their South Street home.

W. A. Davis Washington H. Himelright Strasburg Mrs. Amon Strasnider Southin Street

Local Notables and Visitors Pass Through Carlisle Area

The Rev G W Stover spent yesterday in Martinsburg. Mr and Mrs W K McKay of Luray are at the Jack Hotel. Mr Ho W Gook who has been at the Jack Hotel will spend the weekend in Cumberland. Mr Mack Sweeney of Philadelphia is visiting friends here. Mr Harry Parsons of Utica NY who has been visiting relatives will leave soon for Staunton to visit his brother Ernest Parsons, injured in an automobile accident.

Mrs. W. K. McKay Luray Jack Hotel Mr. Ho W. Gook Cumberland Mack Sweeney Philadelphia Harry Parsons Utica Staunton Ernest Parsons

Mr. D. Parsons Now Helps Dying and Closing Establishment

Mr D. Parsons is in Utica New York where he holds a position in a dying and closing establishment.

Parsons Utica M. Y

Middleton Couple Visits Washington Family Return Home

Mr and Mrs P E Middleton who stayed several days with Mrs R L Milleson at their home on South Washington Street have returned to Washington DC.

P. E. Middleton R. L. Milleson South Washington Street Washington, D. C

George W Dodson Registered at George Washington Hotel

Mr George W Dodson of York Pennsylvania who is interested in lumber at Wardensville is registered at the George Washington Hotel.

George W. Dodson York, Pa Wardensville George Washington Hotel

Frank Ward Heads to Walter Reed Hospital for Eye Patience

Mr. Frank Ward departed today for Washington to enter Walter Reed Hospital for eye treatment. The brief item notes his upcoming admission and the institution involved.

Frank Ward Washington Walter Reed Hospital

Mrs Lila Huff Nurse Noted for Kindness at Home

Mrs Lila Huff, a well known nurse, is described as kind and respected in the community for her service and presence at her home here.

Lila Huff

Norfolk visitor to inspect Knights Templar Commandery

Mr. J Edward Cole of Norfolk arrived here today and plans to inspect the Knights Templar Commandery to assess its activities and readiness.

Moore Family Visit From Washington Arrives Today

Mr and Mrs EB J Moore arrived from Washington and will visit the former s parents Mr and Mrs Frank Moore, staying to see relatives in the area.

EB. J. Moore Washington Frank Moore

Mrs. Robert Davis Spends Day Shopping in Stephens City

Mrs. Robert Davis of Stephens City spent the day shopping in town, enjoying local shops and sights. Her outing highlighted a routine afternoon of commerce and social activity for residents.

Robert Davis Stephens City Town

Mr Wilson Ballard Registered at George Washington Hotel

Mr Wilson Ballard is registered at the George Washington Hotel, noted in the lodging records. The entry confirms his stay at the Washington property during the observed period.

Mr. Wilson Ballard George Washington Hotel

Clarke County seeks action against reappointment of school chief

A mass meeting in Clarke County debated the possible nonrenewal of Superintendent D. Kline. Mrs. Neill led questions on Clarke’s ability to manage its affairs while critics charged the School Board and Supervisors with duties left undone. Kline attended to answer questions, with support from Miss Rose McDonald and Rev. B. Duvall Charrant opposing criticisms of spending.

Clarke Frederick D. Kline Mr. Kline Bee-Eleston R. Kline Bertyville Frederick County Py Bryarly Ee Helvestine Dabney C. Harrison M L. P. Reid J. Ralph Grigsby Alexander Jolliffe Sam Thomas Old County County Board of Supervisors Kline Winchester Ire Rose McDonald Clarke County Geerhe Berryville B. Duvall Chara Millwood Clarke County School Board Board of C. C. Dearmont White Post Agotier

Old Newspapers Donated To Handley Library

A collection of over a hundred-year-old newspapers from Winchester was donated to the Handley Library by W. South Taylor. The relics came from Mrs. J. R. Taylor and her sister the late Mrs. Charles H. Hardy, originally belonging to the father Washington South a noted South Main Street merchant. Librarian C. Vernon Eddy received thanks and noted the papers joining the library’s large holdings including Republican Constellation issues from 1812 and 1830, Winchester Republican from 1815 to 1830, and Winchester News items through January 1895 and 1897.

Winchester Handley Library W. South ‘Taylor J. R. Taylor Charles H. ‘Hardy Washington South South Main C. Vernon Eddy Taylor Republican Constellation Winchester Im Winchester Republican Winchester News of New Face

Stoneham Indicted Amid Stock Market Investor Ties

Stoneham, president and chief owner of the New York National League baseball club, with Cuban race track interests, remains under indictment for perjury linked to testimony in the Edward M. Fuller and Company bucket shop bankruptcy case.

Mere D.arges Governme Stoneham New York Edward M. Fuller and Company

Train Bandits Take $10,000 From Sleeping Car Passengers

In a Chicago bound westbound New York Central express from Chesterton to Gary two armed men robbed sleeping car passengers of gems and currency valued at $10,000. They boarded the car after leaving a toy coach and forced two trainmen to help. One robber used a shotgun to threaten travelers as the other collected valuables.

Chicago New York Central Chesterton Ind Gary

Simple Rites For Medill McCormick

Senator Medill McCormick is mourned in a simple funeral at Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago with prayers scripture reading and choir singing. Attendees from civil and political life nationwide gathered to honor the late senator who died suddenly in Washington.

Associated Press Chicago Medill McCormick Washington Fourth Presbyterian Church

Sugar cured lean tender sale announced

Sugar cured lean and tender meat advertised at 15 cents per pound for Saturday April 11 by C. W. Ramsburg.

C. W. Ramsburg

Clarke County backs Kline for school superintendent post

At Winchester meeting, supporters read a resolution endorsing Leslie D. Kline to remain superintendent of Clarke and Frederick counties schools. A substitute petition opposing reappointment was rejected after discussions about tax implications. About ten votes opposed the final resolution.

Clarke County Leslie D. Kline Clarke Frederick Winchester Sam Bryarly Kline Chambers

Olloay Goes 10 Prison Far

Supt. R. R. Penn of the State Penitentiary moves Charles Golliday from the local prison to the state farm, where inmates complete sentences. The farm houses 96 cows and provides meals, medical care, and leisure activities, with prisoners sleeping on spring beds and enjoying weekly moving pictures and a radio.

R. R. Penn Trittkle Charles Golliday Youn Supt Penn Winchester Frederick County

Woodstock Club Presentation Amid Local Meeting

A fragmented note records a local Woodstock club gathering with attendees including guests of Reese and Grover Park. It mentions a presentation by Arthur and topics on transportation, along with a brief board of directors session. Out-of-town attendees and several named locals are listed in uncertain terms.

Additio Gram Vention Ani Force Reese I Grover Jan George Baby Club Enars Woodstock Club Arthur Riehn Porter House Pia

Fire siren arrives for Friendship firehouse alarm system

The two phase LaFrance fire siren, weighing about 306 pounds, arrived today at the Pennsylvania Railroad station from Mifflin, N.J. It will be installed on the engine house tower, tested tomorrow, and connected to electric control. Once activated, the siren will be audible for 18 miles, alerting Winchester residents to a fire alarm.

LaFrance Friendship Fire Company Pennsylvania Railroad Mimica Winchester Friendship

Local residents return home from visits across the region

Mrs Anna Long and her daughter Rita, guests of Mrs Rita Hudson at Mount Williams in Philadelphia, return home today. Mrs B J Cumming ham, guest of Mr and Mrs A P Cunningham at Stephenson, goes home to Harr. Mr and Mrs Callhan, boarding at Mrs Charles McDonald's South Braddock Street home while Frederick Callhan painted Grace Lutheran Church annex, return to Carlisle Pu.

Anna Long Rita Rita Hudson Mount Wiliams Philadelphia B. J. Cumningham A. P. Cunningham Stephenson Harr Frangis Callhan Don Frederick W. Callhan Charles McDonald South Braddock Street Mr. Callhan Grace Carlisle

National Park Bill Cleared by Senate

The Senate today passed a bill creating a national park honoring Kort McHeffry for his connection with The Star Spangled Banner. The move was announced by the Associated Press from Washington on February 27.

Favors Memorial Park The Associated Press Washington Senate Kort McHeffry

For Rent One Furnished Room Central Location

Brief rental notice indicates a single furnished room for rent in a central area. Mentions contact via EB. R.A. and Star as the care of entity. Details are limited due to fragmented OCR.

Funeral Monday for Graichen. Monta Street services at 4

Funeral Monday in Gettysburg for Graichen announced with services at 4 from No 18 South Market Street. Rev Norman Cooper will preside. Interment at Hebron Cemetery with pallbearers Berett Lynch Dr A D Henkel Jaron Gray W B Cooper Philip Miller Joseph Miller and others.

Yeate Monta South Market Mr. Hafer Gettysburg Norman Cooperor II Mae Hebron Cemetery Will Berett Lynch A. D Henkel Jaron Gray W. B. Cooper Philip Joseph Miller J Fuller B. B. Dutta Boyd Harry Keckley B. W.collia

New Yorkie Market Report Highlights Automotive Entry

A fragmented market note shows ongoing activity in the New York financial scene. It mentions automotive entries and temporary trials, with attention to initial spending and fluctuating demand as spring approaches.

Automotive 1

Frederik public meeting urged for reassignment of school press

Four Frederik taxpayers urged attendance at the Court House Saturday at 8 p.m. to organize support for reappointment of the superintendent of Schulen. meeting aims to address local school oversight and governance.

Frederik Court House

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