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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1922
Page
1
The article warns of a serious crisis in Virginia apples due to organized opposition and strong districts elsewhere. It calls for better production, standardized packing, and cooperative marketing. Emphasizing spraying, thinning, and labor management, it urges growers to attend a Saturday library meeting at 2 p.m. to discuss improving quality and markets.
A February snow storm caused a wreck on Maryland State Road near Knoxville Maryland. Driver Mr. O Rea r and passengers Jack and List were thrown from the Packard after skidding on ice. O Rea r was pinned and unconscious with back injuries and shock. Jack and List escaped with minor injuries. The trio were en route from Washington to this city and were found by help after the crash.
Alexander Spotswood Dandridge urges a non-taxed soldier bonus funded by Germany or philanthropic donors to aid veterans and avoid burdening the nation. He argues soldiers deserve relief but favors careful, peaceful action and broad national support. A damaged car will be inspected tonight to assess damage.
A damaged notice warns that private patients with unsettled accounts owe money to Winchester hospital. The hospital plans strict weekly collections to meet obligations and safeguard operations. A joint meeting urged timely payments during January to enforce the rule.
JOLLIFFE announces a January clearance sale lasting ten days. The sale will stay open until 9 PM each night to accommodate customers unable to shop earlier.
All Winchester volunteer fire companies will hold annual meetings this week to elect officers for the coming year and settle accounts with ten other officers. It will be the first time in years that all companies vote in the same week. South End Hose meets tonight, Friendship on Thursday, and Sarah Zane and Charley Roliss on Friday.
An ad invites payers to give 1.00 per week for 50 weeks to receive a 50.75 dollar check next Christmas. Open Saturday nights 7 to 9. Shen Valley National Bank.
Chapman’s Auto Sales advertises Ford used cars with prices from $100 and up. Offers $76 cash and $15 monthly balance. Copy reads as a clipped classified promo with limited legibility.
Telegram from Ford Motor Co states no change in price contemplated. Chapman Auto Sales listed as dealer at 31 1p 31 indicates local auto market context.
King Momus led the New Year pageant as Broad Street became a fairy tale parade route. More than 11 000 participants competed for 12 000 dollars in prizes offered by the city and local businesses.
An armed incident claimed two lives when a 14 year old youth and a mother died after a shooter opened fire. The attack, described as a full intervention by authorities, left others injured as bystanders sought safety.
Philadelphia January 2 reports say arrangements for Senator Penrose funeral remain incomplete but will be private in line with his wish. Penrose lies in his bachelor home while telephoning Chicago National Convention which nominated President Harding. Governor Sproul received messages urging his resignation to allow Lieutenant Governor appointment.
A meeting of the friend company will be held on January 5 at 8 o'clock. All officers of the company will be elected for the ensuing year. Tp tf) G. R. HAINES, Secy.
Jolliffe and Jolliffe announce their January sale extending ten days with evening shopping until nine o clock to accommodate customers. The notice invites the public to visit, shop or at least view the bargains and spread the word about the event.
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank advertises a Christmas club inviting enrollment and friendship referrals. It promotes a $5 business men's club that pays $250 plus interest next December, with flexible advance payments and mail delivery of checks.
Arbuckle's coffee and various grocery goods priced in cents and small coins. Miss Nancy Chrisman returns to Farmville Normal School after holidays at her home in South Braddock.
Secretary Burley and assistants in the Winchester Frederick County Chamber office issued fifteen hundred state automobile and truck licenses with no charge to applicants. More licenses were awaited as demand peaked on Saturday, with 3,000 more ordered from Richmond to meet needs across the Shenandoah Valley.
The annual meeting of the Legionaires Pay Now for Bonds group will be held at Handley Library at 2 p m Saturday January 7. Officers for the coming year will be elected and uniform packing regulations for 1922 adopted. Members and interested parties urged to attend. H F Byrd President 30 1p 61
1922 dog license tags are on sale with a 5 percent penalty if not paid by February 1 1922. ROS SMITH Treasurer Frederick County.
Sale notes a markdown event with goods marked down and a limited time period. Shoppers urged to act quickly before the February 1 start date and availability ends.
The regular monthly meeting of the South End Hose Company is set for Monday night January 2 at 7 50 o clock. Election of officers will be held and every member is urged to attend.
Local ad fragment promotes hard wearing hides and a range of sprayers by Grant Sprayer Co. Emphasizes low prices and stock availability for buyers in need of outdoor gear and agricultural equipment.
A Frederick County Circuit Court order mandates opening the Singhass road linking with the Northwestern grade. Landowner Joni W. Larrick Jr receives full $900 damages. board pays $450 to other affected owners and all appeal costs. Petitioners must fund bridges, culverts, and road repairs under county supervision.
Fire at 624 North Market Street damaged a frame house owned by C L Robinson and occupied by Fred Ford and family. The blaze started about 10 am from an overheated stove, burning between the ceiling and exposed beams and scorching a tar paper roof corner. Loss included a bed and bedding with water damage. total insured amount about 300 dollars.
Mr and Mrs George Barrie third entertained at a small dinner party on Saturday night at their home on Almhurst street. The hosts were present Miss Vir Lillian Whitide Virginia Sir Elizabeth Steck and Messrs Marshall Baker Victor Arthur Jack Welly Ewart Johnston and Major R T Barton.
Altering repairing and pressing neatly and quickly done at J. M. Orndoff's. Harry L. Wood is the contact person.
Lime sulfur product now ready for delivery at Win Orchard Supply. The notice indicates immediate availability and highlights distribution through the local supplier network.
The new revenue bill becomes effective today. It repeals the luxury tax on certain items and removes the travel tax for Durden travelers since the war. The income tax exemptions are set, and many articles like art and iron goods face revised rates.
A vivid program promises broad scenes of splendor and good triumphing over evil. The Review notes the bewitching Beethings episode and a Vitagraph comedy as part of the night’s bill with audience demand evident.
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