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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1921

Page

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Cardinal Gib relapses after rest. prayers urged

Associated Press reports Cardinal Gib fell back into illness after a night of rest. The cardinal, at Mills Maryland, showed improvement this morning as doctors noted a minor relapse likely from nervousness and visitors. Clergy were urged to pray for his speedy recovery.

the. Associated Press Mills Friends Amily Bech Gib Yes Corrigan The Dio Conne

New Year Observances Bow to Wilson Illness

The capital marks New Year with scaled ceremonies as President Wilson’s illness alters the White House reception. Diplomatic corps and military families expected to gather in lighter style, while Congress resumes work earlier than usual to push appropriation bills.

Associated Press Washington White House Wilson Ures Army Navy House Congress

Pre-War Price Cut Prompts Battery Service Growth

Valley Service Station reports a public welcome for prewar price cuts on batteries. Braddock and Water Streets cite strong customer turnout as 60 batteries arrive for service and repair, signaling growing demand in the area.

Willard Valley Service Station, Inc Ip Se Braddock and Water Sts

How to Save Money in Grain Trade

A terse note from L. L. Hock & Co at Miller's old stand lists items plus pricing hints for brats middlings crow flour hay and arrow with contact via Bell phone 309 J. ind ip.

L. L. Hock & Co C. V. i Bell Phone J. Ind

Dozens Hurt as Walkway Collapses at San Francisco Excavation

About 50 people were injured when a temporary sidewalk over a construction site for a theater at Market and Taylor streets collapsed early today. A 30 foot section of the walk fell 200 feet into the excavation, with around 100 witnesses reporting the scene. No fatalities were recorded.

AN Prancisco Cal Market Taylor Streets

Mummers Parade Opens Philadelphia New Year Fest

Philadelphia sees 12 000 Mummers from 20 clubs in the annual parade with prizes over 12 000. Comic displays elaborate floats fancy costumes and bands compete as thousands watch from streets and hotels host late into night after New Year celebration. Railroads run special trains bringing crowds from nearby areas to pack the city venues.

Antoci Philadelphia Mummers

Harding Takes a Partial Holiday in New Year Work

President elect Harding spent New Year’s Day largely at his desk with continued conferences on administration policy. He had his New Year’s dinner at home with Mrs. Harding and several personal friends.

Associated Press Marion Harding

Wesleyan Bible Class Sets New Year Agenda

The Wesleyan Bible Class invites all unaffiliated men to attend a church service and discuss the lesson from Matthew seventeen one to fourteen. The session promises a recap of Christ’s transfiguration and its relevance to the year 1921, starting at 9:45.

Wesleyan Bible Class

No Reduction in Subscription for Daily News Record

Harrisonburg News Record denies rumors of a price cut after January 1. The subscription remains at $4 as production costs stay high. A savings club offer from Shenandoah Valley National Bank promotes weekly additions and Christmas checks.

Harrisonburg

For Sale Gas Engine at Chapman's Auto Sales

Gas engine OH P mounted in good condition offered by Chapman s Auto Sales. New price 475 dollars, asking 280 dollars. Terms available if desired.

OH. P Chapman

The American Restaurant Under New Management Notice

The American Restaurant under new management. Your patronage appreciated. Prices reasonable. H. R. Triplett proprietor successor to Edgar Sine.

H. R. Triplett Edgar Sine

Lessons From Dr Smith on Seven Gridiron Lessons

The Handley Schools alumni banquet featured Dr Louis Smith who spoke on Seven Lessons From the Gridiron. He argued life is a contest and one must persevere against opposition, while stressing that hard fair play and wisely directed training lead to success. Continued on page 5.

Bets Louis Smith Handley Wash University

Farmer killed in runaway near Staunton Va

Herbert H. McKay age 28 was killed when his team of horses bolted while drawing fodder. He fell headfirst and was found unconscious by a farm hand. McKay had served overseas in the army and leaves three sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held today.

Staunton Herbert H. McKay McKay

Fancy Box Apples for New Year Varieties

Fancy boxed apples in every variety promoted for the New Year. Ad lists Sam Haines of Winchester Virginia with contact phone 419.

Sam Haines Winchester

Handley Night Schools reopen for adults over 16

Handley Night Schools reopen with courses for adults 16 and older starting January 10. Classes meet at the John Kerr Building on Wednesday and Thursday nights with registration January 5 and 6 after eight p m. Courses include cooking sewing English mathematics and more.

Handley Night John Kerr Iaea

Four Fatally Stabbed After New Year Joust in San Francisco

Four men were seriously wounded in a New Year’s joust attack in San Francisco. Police say five assailants stabbed them with likely fatal knife wounds and they were sent to Mission Emergency Hospital for treatment.

Associated Press San. Francisco Cal Mission Emergency Hospital

Lost tan travelling bag between Charles Town and Syville

A tan traveling bag with double handles went missing between Charles Town and Syville. It contained a tuxedo suit shoes and other clothing. A liberal reward is offered if returned to Bea's Music Store Wincheater Vaap.

Charles Town Syville Bea's Music Store

Bells Ring In New Year Amid Fire Alarm Echoes

At 11 58 p m city fire bells rung as New Year began with ten minutes of clamor from the engine house towers. Church bells joined, while firecrackers shouts and factory whistles added to the celebratory noise as crowds marked the moment.

Winchester

Dr E T Gold's Daughter Weds In Petersburg

Dr and Mrs E T Gold announce the marriage of their daughter to Dr Phil H Gold of Rich mond and to John Crawford of Petersburg. The ceremony united two families in a Petersburg home with families from Mesars, Crawford, and Gold listed among relatives.

DR. E. T. Gold E. Tmond Petersburg Phil H. Gold John F. B. Crawford Ter

West Virginians Are Weded Here

Mr. Calvin E. B. Crim and Crim families of North Avenue wed on a Wednesday afternoon at the local church with Rev. George W. Stover officiating. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A J Crim and sister of Rev. Harry Crim a United Brethren missionary to China, married the bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. C E Crim.

Calvin EB. Crim Crim North Avenue George W. Stover A. J. Crim Harry Crim United Brethren Church China C. E. Crim

U S Secretary Colby Seeks Trust with Uruguay

Bainbridge Colby told Uruguayans at a farewell luncheon that the United States aims to ease distrust of North America. He said many South Americans do not fully understand U S motives in dealings with the region.

Associated Press Montevideo Uruguay Bainbridge Colby United States North America Colby

Pythian Knights Elect Officers at Winchester Lodge

Winchester Lodge No. 65 Knights of Pythias elected A. D. Mason as chancellor commander for the upcoming term. Other officers include J. R. Everhart as vice chancellor and W. M. Seal as prelate. installation is set for next Thursday night by Deputy Grand Chancellor John W. Phillips.

Winchester Lodge Knights of Pythias A. D. Mason J. R. Everhart W. M. Seal J. M. Spurr Grover C. Cooper Lewis Pearson Preffitt

Winchester Public Schools Reopen January Fourth

Public schools in Winchester will reopen on Tuesday January 4 at the regular hour. The notice urges families to join the Savings Club at Shenandoah Valley National Bank and offers a reward for a lost dark brown collie at 610 Main Street.

Winchester Main St

Scouts Dance as New Year Is Ush ered In

About one hundred couples danced at the armory on North Market Street to welcome the new year. The Washington Orchestra provided music as favors were handed out and bedlam erupted briefly. Commissioner L M Baker and Midge Myers led two German figures as the crowd celebrated. Refreshments followed at midnight and dancers lingered into the early hours. Tonight Hastern High School’s fast basketball team meets the troop squad at 8 at the armory with coach Marshall and Captain Potts expected to attend.

Armory North Market Street Washington Orchestra L. M. Baker Midge Mybbs Yealand Hastern High School Washington R. B. Pope Marshall Potts

Cadet Woodall Receives Salvation Army Scholarship

Cadet Anne Woodall a native of Boston England and local Salvation Army officer has earned a scholarship from the Salvation Army Training College in New York City and will depart Monday to begin a major mission. Winchester residents praise her selfless service to the sick and needy and bid her farewell with services Sunday and an open air meeting Saturday night led by Ensign Mary Leigh and Cadet Woodall.

Afine C. Woodall Boston England Salvation Army Salvation Army Training Colege New York City Cadet Woodall Winchester Woodall Mary Leigh Anne Woodall

Regular meeting of South End Hose Company

Regular meeting of the South End Hose Company scheduled for Monday January 3 at 8 oclock. Business of importance includes the annual election of officers. THOS J. JENKINS, President. Co. F. WOOD, Recorder.

South End Hose Company Thos J. Jenkins F. Wood

Apple Grower Seeks Share of Export Shipments

Brief note from Thomas W. Mathews of Winchester Virginia requests a share of foreign apple shipments for better market returns. He provides his address at 35 West Piccadilly Street.

Thomas W. Mathews Piccadilly St Winchester, Va

Jesse Dove and Miss Plank Wed in Winchester

Announcement of the quiet marriage of Miss Pansy Plank daughter of Mr and Mrs W Frank Plank East Water Street to Mr Jesse Dove chauffeur in charge of the Winchester Staunton water bus line. The ceremony was at 8 o clock last evening at Centenary Reformed Church South Market Street Reverend Clarence Woods officiated. The bride has led the business office of Winchester Gas and Electric Light Company for years and is popular. Dove is a son of Mr and Mrs Louis Dove and is well known locally.

Pansy Plank W. Frank Plank East Water Street Jesse Dove Winchester-Staunton Winchester Gas and Electric Light Company Mr. Dove Louis ‘Dove

Murder Erupts As New Year Begins In Feud

In New York on January 1 Henry Schnepp a butcher was shot three times near a social club on Flint Avenue by an unknown attacker who fled. Police suspect the killing stems from a feud at the club.

Associated Press New York Henry Schnepp Butcher Flint Avenue

Record Autos Kill 707 in New York City in 1920

New York City reported 707 automobile deaths in 1920, the highest ever, surpassing 1909’s 702. Statewide auto fatalities reached 1,102 for 1920, according to today's release.

Associated Press New York New York City

US players sweep Davis Cup lawn tennis title in Auckland

William T. Tilden 24 of Philadelphia and William N. Johnston of Bawrenced beat Gerald F. Patterson and Norman By in the doubles to finish the Davis cut lawn tennis championship. Tilden won his singles match 6-7 6-2 6-8 6-3 and Johnston took Brookes 6-7 7-6 6-8 6-4.

Associated Press Auckland New Zealand William T. Tilden Philadephia William N. Johnston Bawsence Gerald F. Patterson Norman Tilden Patterson Johnston Brookes

Friendship Fire Co Sets Regular Meeting Date

Friendship Fire Company announces a regular meeting to be held on the upcoming Thursday evening in January. Officers will be elected or confirmed, with details listed in the notice.

Friendship Fire CO Friendship Fire. Co

Henry Batt Hurt in City Truck Accident

Retired farmer Henry Batt, living on North Main Street, sustained numerous cuts and bruises after a motor truck plunged down a bank while he rode to his farm near Reynolds Store. He was confined to his house but no bones were fractured and he rests as well as can be expected.

Henry Batt North Main Street Batt Reynolds Mr. Batt

Winchester Auto Sales moves to Faulkner Building

The Winchester Auto Sales Co Inc announces relocation from the Winchseter Ga rage Braddock and Amherst Streets after December 1 to the Faulkner Building 11 16 South Main Street. They will continue Chevrolet Studebaker and GM trucks agencies with an expanded service department. They thank customers for past patronage and pledge improved service.

Winchseter Braddock and Amherst Sts Faulkner South Main St Chapman's Auto’ Supply Co Chevrolet Studebaker G. M Manny Geleeetor Ttem Winchester Auto Sales. CO. Inc

Shenandoah Valley National Bank Christmas Club Invite

The Shenandoah Valley National Bank invites customers to join its Christmas Club savings program. Officials encourage affiliation to take part in year end savings and holiday budgeting through the club.

Sarah Zane Fire Co Banquet and Officers Election

Banquet and election of officers for the Sarah Zane Fire Co set for January 3, 1921 at 8 PM. All members are urged to attend.

Sarah Zane Fire CO

No clear readable headline in fragment

Fragment describes a chaotic dialogue about politics and graft in a city, mentioning names and locations in vague terms and jumbled phrases without a coherent event or identifiable people. It references Dayton Ohio and Los Angeles and mentions crooked politicians and public funds, but details are obscured.

Fred Eketer Lew Dogk Amstedler Kerth Mable Ping Laaie Ohio Dayton Miami Jeatles Hayes Ankelon Tela Aia de Angeles D’ Chester Andes United States Taft Los Angeles

Open 5 P M Restaurant Offer

Local eatery advertises open from 5 PM with coffee or tea and bread available. Prices shown include six thirty opening and 50 cent beverages.

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Shenandoah VAL Nat'l, Bank Seal's DR. Smith Handley Night Schools U. S Pythian Knights SHEN Andoah Valley Nat. Bank Iptt South End Jesse Dove ‘and Miss Plank Wed N. Y Xmas Savings Club Shenanandoah Valley NAT Bank Shenandoah Valley National Bank Evans
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