Ex-service Uniform Rules Tightened After Wearer Ban
The Virginia Legion and federal authorities urge ex service members and civilians not to wear distinct army uniforms or parts as law now restricts use by discharged personnel. Officers note exceptions for ceremonies and performances. violations risk arrest and penalties.
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Legion
Virginia Department of the Run Legion
R. N
Winchester
Congress
Xargo
Tibetwe
Boy Scouts
Naval Ms
National Guard
New Year Price Cuts At Willard Rubber Thread Station
Posting a pre war style price cut Brough by Alley Service Station Braddock and Water Streets highlights lower prices on batteries and rubber thread. The ad notes a surge of 2350 batteries brought in last year and claims improved service as a selling point.
Nine rail car workers return to work after layoff
Nine bun car workers employed at the bany shop of the New York Railroad were laid off and returned to work today. Eve Faulkner returned today after visiting relatives during the holiday season. Reward notice for a brown collie, distinct address.
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Associated Press
Noy
Bany
New York Railroad
Eve Faulkner
Cardinal Is Home in Baltimore After Illness Visit
Cardinal Vic Cardal arrived at the Episcopal residence in Baltimore by motor car around 12:30 PM from Union Mills. He stood the 4 1/2 mile trip without discomfort and said he was feeling fine, with doctors and his secretary aboard plus two friends in other cars including Bishop C B Corrigan. The return decision followed morning medical review, with priests notified but kept quiet to avoid crowds.
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Balthirh
Janee Cardinalibbons
Union Mills
Archieapicopal
C. B. Corrigan
Vic Cardal
Baltimore
Shrivers
Harding Turns To Domestic Problems In White House Sweep
President elect Harding focused on domestic issues during a day of private discussions. He met with Senator Curtis of Kansas the Senate whip and received visitors including Gifford Pinchot Paul Cravath and Representative Towne as part of a broad outreach.
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Marion
Harding
Curtis
Kansas
Senate
Inauguration Trip for church leaders to Lancaster
Rev Clarence Woods and Robert L Gray left for Lancaster Pa to attend the inaugural services of Rev George W Richards as president of the Theological Seminary of the Reformed Church. Mrs Woods and Mrs Gray join the trip by motor and they will visit Philadelphia and Baltimore on return.
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Clarence Woods
Centenary Reformed Church
Robert L. Gray
Lancaster
George W. Richards
Theological Seminary of the Reformed Church
Pinafore Rehearsal Tonight at Rouss Hall
Rehearsal for Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pinafore scheduled at Rouss Hall this evening. Director will be present to supervise and assist cast and crew.
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Rouss Hall
District Nurse Association to Meet in City Hall
The District Nurse Association will hold a regular monthly meeting in the Council Chamber of City Hall on Wednesday January 5 1921 at 4 pm Full attendance desired Visitors welcome Mrs Martin Wisecarver Secretary
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Council Chamber
City Hall
Martin Wisecarver
Russian Soviet diplomat Martens surrenders to U S official
Ludwig C A. K. Martens the Russian soviet representative in its country had his deportation ordered and was formally surrendered in Washington to Secretary Wilson at the Department of Labor by his counsel Read Moling Seal's Sweater ad on the seventh page and two classified notices follow about truck driving positions at local grocery firms with good wages.
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Associated Press
Washington
Ludwig C A. K. Martens
Wilson
Department of Labor
Moling & Seal
Borah Disarmament Resolution Delayed by Senate Panel
The Senate foreign relations committee considered Borah’s disarmament resolution seeking reduced naval building by the US Great Britain and Japan but postponed final action. Borah noted sentiment to include France and Italy in talks the President would be asked to initiate. Secretary Daniels rejected a world disarmament conference, warning it would create a new alliance and shift naval power, risking a repeat of the world war conditions.
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Shen
Senat
Borah
Reso
United States
Great Britain
Japan
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
France
Italy
Naval
Waston
Daniels
Wilson
Five People at Vodvil Tonight at Dale’s Auditorium
Five performers headline a vodvil show at Dale’s Auditorium tonight with Dan Elock mentioned among the act. The program promises a mix of jazz numbers and comedic skits in a venue staging before and after pictures.
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Vodvil
Attrac Dale
Prayer Week Begins Tonight at First Christian Church
Union Week of Prayer starts this evening at 7:30 with Rev. George W. Stover leading and Rev. Walter Depp delivering the message under the theme Home Religion. City pastors will attend and urge their congregations to join in the services.
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First Christian Church
George W. Stover
Walter _ Depp
Winchester Schools Set to Reopen After Christmas Break
Public schools in Winchester will reopen at nine o clock tomorrow morning after a Yuletide holiday closure. Many teachers return from homes in this state and others to resume classes.
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Winchester
Navy Balloon Men Are Safe
Three missing naval balloonists, sought for three weeks through northern New York and Canada, are en route home from Ontario by dog sleds. They landed near Moose Factory, Ontario, on December 24 after starting from Rockaway, then spent four days in the woods before finding safety at a Hudson Bay Company post. A telegram from the fliers confirmed their rescue.
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Associated Press
Rockaway
N. Y
New York
Canada
Ontario
Moose Fattory
Ont
Hudson Bay Company
For Rent House Corner Main and Monmouth Streets
1p tf Herman H Able rent notice advertising a house for rent at a corner location near Main and Monmouth Streets with initials listed.
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Maine and
Monmouth St
Herman H. H. Able
Brooklyn tax agent arrested in Monk Fairman killing
New York January 3 Jeremiah Bohan of Brooklyn an internal revenue agent was arrested and charged with shooting Monk Fairman a gang leader soldier after police say he confessed to the killing
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Associated Press
New, York
Jeremiah Bohan
Brooklyn
Internal Revenue
Monk” Fairman
Virginians push Slemp for cabinet position in Harding era
A Virginia plan to back Representative Slemp for either treasury or war posts gains momentum as a southern delegation prepares to visit Marion to urge his appointment. Slemp, praised for appropriations work and leadership at the Virginia Military Institute, is described as a strong political figure even if not actively seeking a post.
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Cob
Virginia
Harding
Marion
Slemp
the Treasury
War
House Committee On Appropriations
Treasury
Virginian Institute
A. T. Hert
Louisville
Pears
Miss Agnes Wysong and J William Foster Jr wed
Announcement of the December 28 wedding at Charles Town West Virginia of Miss Agnes Rebecca Wysong daughter of Mr and Mrs James J Wysong to J William Foster Jr formerly of Leesburg Virginia now of Jefferson County West Virginia The Rev G G Sydnor Presbyterian pastor officiated Foster is son of the late Captain James William Foster and Mrs J W Foster
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Agnes Rebecca Wysong
James J. Wysong
J. William Foster
Leesburg
Jefferson County
W. Va
Charles Town
G. G. Sydnor
Presbyterian Church
Foster
James William Foster
J. W.foster
Richmond, Va
Winchester Public Schools Reopen Tuesday January 4
Winchester Public Schools will reopen on Tuesday January 4 at the regular hour. All students and staff are advised to return to classes as scheduled.
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Winchester
Miss Jones Weds Chas G Midkiff in Rockville Md
Announcement from Alexandria Virginia reports the marriage of Allebell V Jones to Charles G Midkiff in Rockville Maryland on December 30. The bride is the daughter of the late Mrs Charles B Jones and Mr Jones of Alexandria. She was formerly Bettie Kiger of Winchester.
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Alexandria
Allebell. V. Jones
Charles G. Midkiff
Rockville
Charles. B. Jones
Jones
Five Thugs Caught in Cleveland Bank Raid
Five men suspected of planning to rob a downtown Cleveland bank were arrested in an east side room. Hours earlier five bandits robbed the Miles Theater cashier, escaping with 365 dollars. Police found five revolvers two shotguns and a rifle plus a stolen car tied to the gang. Efforts aim to link them to a prior slaying and payroll theft at a local manufacturing firm.
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Agenciated
Cleveland
Miles
Wildred C. Sly
George K. Fanner
W. 8. Sly Manufacturing Company
Woolley resigns from Interstate Commerce Commission
Robert W. Woolley of Fairfax Virginia resigns from the Interstate Commerce Commission effective December 31 after about two years on the board He plans private business and intends to stay near Washington while visiting elsewhere on business He has roots in Winchester and married Marguerite Trinholm He served previously in government roles including Mint Director and Interior Department auditor He played a notable part during the 1916 election but did not pursue the Democratic National Committee chairmanship remain quiet on future plans
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Robert W. Woolley
Fairfax
Interstate Commerce Comminston
Woolley
C. Atkinson
Winchester
Marguerite Trinholn
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Wilson
Jason C. Clements
Ireetor
Mint
Interior Department
Clements
Georgia
New York World
Democratic National Committee
White
Mr Apple Grower Seeks Export Shipments
Letter from Thomas W. Mathews of Winchester Virginia requesting export shipments of apples with better returns from abroad and inviting the recipient to join the savings club at Shenandoah Valley Bank. includes address and bank name.
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Ee Savings Club
SHEN
Andoan Valley Nat, Bank Iiptr
Xmas Savings Club
Shenanandoah Valley
NAT. Bank
Scouts Lose To Eastern High In Close Local Game
One of the best basketball games on a local floor saw Eastern High School Washington D C edge Winchester Scouts 37 30 after a five minute overtime. Final score Eastern 87 Winchester 78. Referee R H Pope Time Keeper S F Arthur Score Keeper Smoot. Fully 800 spectators attended the armory clash with Baker McCauley Potts starring for Winchester and Taber for Washington.
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Armory
Eastern High School
Washington
DD. C
Winchester
Eastern
Fastern
Baker
McCauley
Potts
Taber
R. H. Pope
F. Arthur
Smoot
Roanoke College
West Virginia
Statement by Capt Seabright on Affleck truck incident
Capt S A Beabright former police chief says Affleck drove a truck over a fire hose after water was turned off. He notes initial not guilty plea was changed to guilty after a second witness appeared and claims the city solicitor was not notified.
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S.A. Beabright
Garnett
Star Today
Young Affleck
Seabright
Afleck
Cotton Concern Cuts Both Ways Downturn Hits Mills And Stores
Greensboro mill complex employing 3,000 workers announces a 25 percent wage cut and a similar price reduction in merchandise due to lack of orders. The article notes the impact on workers and the local economy. It also advertises the Shenandoah Valley National Bank Christmas Savings Club inviting affiliation and business.
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Greensboro
Cone Sts
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Apple prices in New York trade and packing quotes
Prices for various apple varieties in New York listed by grade and size. Figures show fresh receipts limited, market quiet, with top prices for fancy York, York Imperial, Baldwin and other types and a job listing at Millwood Road.
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New York
York
York Imperial
Ren. Davis
Baldwin
Irish Town Burnings Highlight Martial Law Fears
A Western Ireland town endured arson as authorities label the episode part of a feared reprisal. Seven dwellings were destroyed amid a crackdown after rumors linked to a harmful plot. Police report describe the incident as an outrage and pledge action against those responsible.
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Western Ireland
Edward Etrickin
Sonia
Detse
Ynan
Fatal Blow Blamed in Death of New York Importer
A New York man, an importer, died after a blow struck on a sidewalk. Police report say the attack followed a party and involved his son. Bosselman, the father, was found in a hotel lobby with injuries and died later in hospital.
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New York
Bosselman
Ing
Fragmentary meeting note hints at secretary duties
The readable fragment shows names like JOHN H. SEHAL JR and Douglas Brown with secretary duties mentioned. It suggests a meeting or organizational record but lacks a clear event, date, or full roster.
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Cers
Loyer
Req
John H. Sehal, JR
Douglas Brown
Handley Night Schools Registration Dates Announced
Night school for adults over 16 years to be held at John Kerr Building. Registration for Night 3 on January 5 and 6 from 7 to 8 p.m. Courses include Cooking Sewing Practical English Mathematics Auto Repairing Typewriting Bookkeeping Mechanical Drawing. Sessions begin January 7 at 7:30 p.m. and new courses may be offered.
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Handley Night
John Kerr
Kerr
Aot
Fancy Box Al Fancy Boxer Apples Up Wel Can for New Year
Ad reads for boxes of apples with a New Year theme. Includes contact phone 419. Boxed item likely a gift or novelty package. Readability limited but conveys boxed apple product and promotional tone.
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Sapte
Bernd Door
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Miss, Wysong
Miss Jones
Chas.’G. Midkiff
I. C.C
Charles Evans Hughes
California
Hughes
West
Thomas W. Mathews
West Piccadilly St
Winchester, Va
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Millwood Road
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Five
Radical
London
Handley Night Schools
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