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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1936

Page

6

Rough Weather Returns Tonight Across Virginia

Richmond on New Year’s Day reports a forecast of snow or cold rain as a third winter blast threatens Virginia tonight. The state dealt with extreme cold causing 11 related fatalities over 13 days while a 23 degree low registered in Richmond. Highway crews prepare for more snow with traffic flowing on cleared primary routes and cautious monitoring of the Rappahannock bridge at Tappahannock to prevent ice breakups from stopping travel.

Richmond Virginia Rixeyville Henry G Rappahannock River Tappannock

Three Youths Die In Fiery Milford Crash

Three youths believed returnees from New Haven died when their car struck a truck in Milford. The blazing vehicle left them dead at the scene as firefighters battled flames. Authorities investigated the crash and noted the victims were all young men.

Milford Conn New Haven

Milford Teens Die After Car Crash on Boston Post Road

A touring car crashed into a truck on the Boston Post road at 3.40 am killing Henry O Ryan Jr 21 and his brother Charles 19 of Walnut Beach Milford and George Puchala 22. The truck operator faced no charges as firemen failed to save the three lads.

Mobile Henry Ryan, Jr Charles Ryan Milford George Puchala Walnut Beach Boston Post

Winchester Eyes Signs To Steer Tourists To Shenandoah

Winchester officials plan to seek options on sites for two large billboards near Fairfax and Front Royal to guide travelers to Shenandoah Valley attractions. A council committee, at Herman Hable and J. H. Henry’s request, will coordinate with the Chamber of Commerce, which is pursuing a similar plan. Andrew Bell said a Fairfax trip will secure options and a report will follow. Officials worry Skyline Drive development may divert traffic from Route 11 to the south.

Fairfax Front Royal Shenandoah Valley Herman Hable J. H. Henry Chamber of Commerce Andrew Bell Chamber Council Winchester

Goering Reveals Air Force Provisions of Anglo German Pact

Gen Hermann Wilhelm Goering, Reichminister of air, discloses sweeping provisions of the Anglo German naval agreement of June. Britain approved Nazi torpedo carrying seaplanes and large aircraft carriers. Observers see this as another step toward breaking Versailles restraints.

Hermann Goering Hermann Wilhelm Goering Reichminister Great Britain Goering Germany

Northernmost section of the Blue Ridge Parkway opens

The opening of the northernmost stretch from Thornton's Gap to Front Royal is expected to boost travel through the city and surrounding areas. The new line drive is seen as increasing traffic and regional accessibility.

Thornton’s Gap Front Royal

Rev William W Glass Jr To Preach At Local Prayer Service

The Rev William W Glass Jr of Halifax Va visiting his parents here will preach at 7 30 tomorrow evening during the regular weekly prayer service at Highland Avenue Presbyterian Church. He has been stationed in Halifax county since his ordination last fall. Everyone invited to attend. Democrats Attend Jackson Day Banquet.

William W. Glass, Jr Halifax, Va Highland Avenue Presbyterian Mr. Glass Halifax County

Park Service to Develop Civil War Battlefields in 1936

Washington reports National Park Service will focus on battlefields in this state during 1936. Plans include acquiring land for Appomattox and Manassas Parks and advancing a bill to accept Richmond Battlefield Park. Shenandoah Valley, Inc. advocates federal aid for battlefield development in the region.

Washington National Park Service Associated Press Appomattox Manassas Richmond Battlefield Park Shenandoah Valley, Inc Shenando Sh Valley

Monoxide Victim Reported Better

Wayne Carter of near Cross Junction remains a patient at Memorial Hospital after being found in the cab of his tractor Sunday due to carbon monoxide gas. He is reported as better as of the latest update.

Wayne Carter Near Cross Junction Memorial Hospital

Carter Helped Clear Route 7 Snow Before Overcome

Carter assisted in clearing Route 7 after which he was overcome. Prompt treatment was given upon his discovery by another motorist.

Carter

Hable's Palace Courting Paddy O Day In Manhattan

A lively Irish orphan tours New York high society and nightlife in a comic drama starring Jane Withers Pinky Tomlin Jane Darwell Rita Cansino and George Givot with Fox News Reel and animated Monkey Venom.

Paddy O'Day Ireland America Manhattan New York Jane Withers Pinky Tomlin Jane Darwell Rita Cansino George Givot Fox News

Kelley Estate Appraisement Sets Value at 1087 50

Value of real and personal property of the late John H. Kelley in Gainesboro district was 1087.50 according to appraisement figures filed. W. E. Edwards serves as administrator and appraisers were Walter Light Howard DeHaven and Clifton Loy.

John H. Kelley Gainesboro W. E. Edwards Walter Light Howard DeHaven Clifton Loy

FOR RENT ROOMS AND APARTMENTS IN TOWN

Furnished rooms with bath board optional at 303 Pair mont Avenue 9-27-1f. Apartment with four rooms and bath circulator heat at 410 N Loudoun St apply M. M. Lynch 12-26-76. House and garage near Woolen Mill and a grocery garage also available. Write B. Y. care Star 11-21. First Screed 6% coupon Takotia Park bonds offered. seek banker opinion Pred L. Glaize 11-20-wd-sat-tf.

South Washington St Loudoun St M. M. Lynch B. Y

Barbara Bell Pattern Book Winter Designs Release

Barbara Bell Pattern Book offers Winter Designs pattern No. 1789-B. Mail fifteen cents to receive your copy.

Barbara Bell

A Clever Detachable Criss-Cross Collar

The article details a detachable criss-cross collar design paired with a long set-in sleeve blouse and belt gathered waist. Barbara Bell Pattern No. 1789-B covers sizes 14 to 42 with busts 32 to 42 and requires 3 1/2 yards of fabric for size 16. It advertises the Barbara Bell Pattern Book with patterns for children, juniors, and mature figures.

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