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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1927

Page

3

New Year’s Naval Academy Reception Prominent Social Event

Admiral and Mrs. Nurton hosted the annual New Year’s reception at the superintendent’s residence amid a large turnout noted by Washington and Baltimore society pages. Governor and Mrs. Ritchie held a parallel visitors’ event, while numerous Winchester residents and guests attended local gatherings and travels for family and college affairs.

United States Naval Academy Washington Baltimore Amiral Louis M

District Nurse Association Meet Set For Wednesday

The District Nurse Association will convene at 4 PM on Wednesday January 5 in the Chamber of Commerce building offices. Members are urged to attend in full.

District Nurse Association Chamber of Commerce

Bartonsville fiddler wins five dollar prize at Strasburg contest

Announcement states Thomas Walters of Bartonsville won the first prize of twenty dollars in the Old Time Fiddlers Contest held by the American Legion at the Virginia Theatre in Strasburg Virginia last Wednesday night. Walters performed The White Feather and The Arkansas Traveler and drew loud applause. Mary Bibb has been visiting Miss Leota Lauck of Peyton.

Thomas Walters Bartonsville County American Legion Strasburg Virginia Theatre Walters White Feather Arkansas Traveller

Local residents return from holidays and move locations

Mr Edward W Barr left Saturday evening for Raleigh North Carolina to assume a position with a large wholesale fruit firm. Mr and Mrs Peyton J Marshall returned from Annapolis Maryland where they were guests of Mr and Mrs Robert Burwell. Miss Sara W Chew spent the holiday season at Charles Town West Virginia with aunt Mrs W C Norris. Col and Mrs B M Roszel who visited the Chews returned to Shenandoah Valley Academy with Mrs Elsie Duncan resuming teaching duties at Handley High School in Winchester. Miss Douglas of New York returned home after holidays with Eugene Copper family on South Washington street. Maynard Wisecarver of the American Railway Express Company is ill with pleurisy at East Piccadilly street. Miss Helen Fositt recovering from blood poisoning at home improved. Miss Katherine Dudley of Prospect School Trenton New Jersey returned to Trenton. Miss Grace Carver visiting Carvers East Piccadilly street returned to Fairmont West Virginia. Miss Helen G Hardy left for Baltimore to attend Goucher College. Mrs Cecil Holtzman and daughter Virginia Holtzman returned to Richmond after holiday visit. Miss Holtzman attends William and Mary College. Miss Charlotte DeHart of State Teachers College Harrisonburg will return tomorrow after holidays with her parents.

Miss Douglas New York Eugene Copper South Washington Street Maynard Wisecarver American Railway Express Company East Piccadilly Street Helen G. Hardy W. G. Hardy Windy Terrace South Washington Street Baltimore Goucher College Cecil Holtzman Virginia Holtzman C. A. Hoshour Richmond Miss Holtzman William and Mary College Thomas Walters Bartonsville Samuel Fleck Laura Mayer Madelyn Peyton Harrisburg Albert Waiters

Cumberland Twins Born In Two Years

Twins born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P Beckner on Bedford road Cumberland Md. A girl arrived in 1926 ten minutes before the new year and a boy followed a few minutes after bells rang in 1927. They weigh eight pounds one quarter and eight pounds one half respectively and both mother and babies are doing well.

Cumberland, Md Joseph P Beckner Bedford Road

Yoshihito Funeral Set To Start February 7

The household department announced February 7 as the start of Emperor Yoshihito's funeral. The ceremonies will begin in the evening and continue into the following morning.

Yoshihito Associated Press Tokio Household Department

Plans Filed For Chesapeake Bay Bridge From Sandy Point

Timore January 3 A new plan to bridge Chesapeake Bay was filed with the Public Service Commission by Clarence B Lopez Baltimore realtor for a Sandy Point to Kent Island bridge. John L G Lee counsel said the plan costs far less than the 10 million tied to the Bay Bridge Company idea and that incorporators would be disclosed soon.

Associated Press Timore Chesapeake Bay Public Service Commission Clarence 8. Lopez Baltimore Sandy Point Anne Arundel County Kent Island John L. G. Lee Chesapeake Bay Bridge Company Bay Shore Rock Hall Lee State Tax Commission

Woodrow Wilson Essay Contest Offers $25,000 Prizes

The Woodrow Wilson Foundation announces two prizes of 25000 dollars each for essays on What Woodrow Wilson Means To Me. Open to U S residents aged 20 to 35. Essays up to 2500 words due by October 1. Prizes awarded to the most intelligent interpretation unless none qualifies.

Associated Press New York Woodrow Wilson Woodrow Wilson Foundation United States

Four Indictments Sought Against Mission Treasurer

Richmond Va Jan 3 Indictment of George N Sanders former treasurer of the foreign mission board of the Southern Baptist Convention on four counts of grand larceny was sought by Commonwealth s Attorney Satterfield in Hastings Court auditors found a shortage in Sanders books of at least 103000 with auditors report not yet formalized The attorney said he believed no further shortage could be proven by the auditors.

Associated Press Richmond George N. Sanders Foreign Mission Board The Southern Baptist Convention Hastings Court Commonwealth Satterfield

Interior Decorating Demonstration At Washington Hotel

A demonstration in interior decoration and proper laying of linoleum will be held tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the coffee room of the George Washington Hotel. Two reels of motion pictures will be shown free to all, illustrating effective decorating schemes. The event is presented by the Armstrong Linoleum Co.

George Washington Hotel Armstrong Lincoleum Cu

Dutch Victorious In Insurgent Clash

Dutch forces report heavy losses among Indonesian insurgents in Siloengkang Sumatra as thirty communists killed and many arrested in days of clashes. Advices indicate the entire district has revolted.

Associated Press Padang Sumatra Siloengkang

Bank Robbery Hits Kent State Branch in Grand Rapids

Two bandits robbed the Kent State Bank branch on West Fulton near Straigh Avenue this morning, overpowering three employees and escaping with loot estimated at $13,000 in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Associated Press Grand Rapids, Mich Kent State Bank West Fulton Street Straigh Avenue

Big Congregation at Presbyterian Church for New Year

An unusually large crowd attended the communion service at the Presbyterian Church Sunday morning the first regular service of the year. Nine new members joined, bringing total additions since April 1 to 43. Preparatory services Friday drew 179, possibly the largest for a preparatory service in the Virginia Synod. Two Sunday schools counted 496 attendees.

Presbyterian Church Virginia Synod

Pittsburgh Banker Bell Sentenced After Supreme Court Upholds Conviction

The Pennsylvania State Supreme Court sustained John A. Bell’s embezzlement and misapplication convictions for more than 600000 from Carnegie Trust. He must surrender to serve a six and a half year term in Allegheny jail and pay 19000 in fines. Bell had earlier been adjudged bankrupt.

Philadelphia State Supreme Court John A. Bell Allegheny County Carnegie Trust Company Evey Bell Pittsburgh

Church of Christ Reports 1926 Growth and Giving

The Winches ter Church of Christ reports a successful 1926 with 95 sermons 82 talks 29 additions by baptism letter or statement 5 marriages 11 funerals. Average attendance 77 morning 66 evening Bible school 101 Christian Endeavor 38 prayer meeting 17. Total offerings 4655.45 with 208.18 for missions Bible school 542.17 102.00 missions. Per capita 34.21 church 5.36 Bible school.

Winchester Church of Christ W. L. Dudley Christian Endeavor Bible School

Funeral Rites for Late Mr Guthridge Held at Middletown

The funeral of W E B Guthridge retired Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road locomotive engineer occurred last week and was held yesterday afternoon from his Middletown home. Rev W H Spiggle led services with a Middletown choir singing Rock of Ages and When the Roll is Called Up There. Interment followed at Mount Hebron Cemetery in Winchester after committal by Rev Dr F T McFaden.

W. EB. Guthridge Baltimore’ and ,Ohio Railroad Middletown Brunswick

Hoff settles A A U damages case for $900

The Amateur Athletic Union announced a compromise in the dispute with Charles Hoff over a $500,000 damages suit. The Norwegian pole vault record holder reportedly accepted about $900 to end the case on an expense money account.

Associated Press New York The Amateur Athletic Union Charles Hoff Hoff

National Park Plan for Petersburg Battlefield

President Coolidge asked Congress for a supplementary War Department appropriation of 1000 dollars to begin establishing a national park at the Petersburg Virginia battlefield.

Associated Press Washington Coolidge Congress War Department Petersburg Battle Field

Bank Messenger Robbed of $5,000

In Saint Paul Minnesota a bank messenger was kidnapped in the lobby of the American National Bank by a thief who forced him into a car and drove to a secluded city area, taking five thousand dollars. Nearby pedestrians witnessed the incident as it occurred.

Associated Press T. Paul, Minn American National Bank

Progressive Farmer Subscription Rates for 1927

All paid in advance subscribers for 1927 will receive The Progressive Farmer at no additional cost. January rate now in effect. $4.00 per year by carrier in

England to Build 10000 Autos for Melbourne in 1927

England will manufacture ten thousand automobiles and trucks during 1927 and ship them to Melbourne Australia as part of a large export program. The plan highlights a major shift in automotive production and international trade for the year.

England Melbourne Australia

Veterans Bureau loan plan debated for soldiers bonus certificates

A conference in Washington discussed permitting the Veterans Bureau to issue loans on soldiers bonus certificates. Bankers hesitated, the Federal Reserve pledged protection, and Governor Crissinger noted the government cannot compel bank lending. Hines meanwhile said loan repayments are government guaranteed.

Associated Press Washington Veterans’ Bureau Edward §. Betelheim The Veterans of Foreign Wars Johnson House Veterans’ Committee Betelheim Federal Reserve Board Veteran's Bureau Federal Reserve Crissinger Reserve Hines Veterans' Bureau

Cannot Borrow On Certificate Of Government War Vets Upset

World War veterans in Winchester and Frederick County allege government certificates issued as army service compensation are not valid for securing loans at local banks. They were promised loans up to a portion of the certificate’s value, but banks refused. Some veterans have incurred debt for food while hoping to borrow, prompting action by the nearby American Legion Post for assistance.

Winchester Frederick County Joes American Legion Post

Impressive Rites Held For Late Mrs James M Hott

The funeral of Mrs Isa belle S Hott widow of James M Hott was held at 11 o clock Sunday from the family home 322 North Braddock street. Rev George W Stover and Rev Dr W F Grover led the service with no hymns but the hymn Jerusalem the Golden played on piano. Interment followed at the Hott family graveyard near Pleasant Valley United Brethren Church with pallbearers William S Hiett Phil H Gold and William A Cecil Ora and Harley Bailey.

Isabelle S. Hott James M. Hott North Braddock Street George W. Stover United Brethren Church W. F. Grover Berkeley Springs W. Va

Reaction Marks Trading Day As Bears Reassert Control

In New York on January 3 reactionary price tendencies emerged as bears attacked recent industrial and railroad favorites. Sugar shares and several specialties showed early strength but failed to attract public support, while brokers noted buyers delaying gains to dodge 1926 tax implications. Call money fell to five percent.

Associated Press New York

City budget debate: Winchester argues no tax increase

City officials defend current rate amid rising wages and costs. A council member notes expenditures for 1926 and predicts even with no rate change the city needs funds for basic welfare, roads, and public services. He warns reductions could harm public interest and cites state law and past savings.

Winchester

Apathetic Voter Fails To Vote Amid Coalition Drive

The No Federation reports poor turnout in 1924 presidential year compared with 1922, despite broad coalition support from groups like the American Federation of Labor, Chamber of Commerce, National Education Association, and others. John H. Hammond notes no clear gain in mobilization versus 1922 and highlights regional variances and lingering voter apathy.

Associated Press New York Hayrahed’ Co No Federation Clyb Federation General Federation of Wome National League of War Voters American Federation of Labé United States Chamber of Ferce National Education Assation Woman's Department of the National Civic Federation National Fedration of Business and Professi Women's Clubs Kiwanis and Clubs National Grange Junior Chamber of Commerce National Association of Manufacturers Oced John H. Hammond Civic Federation Arizona Vermont Maryland Kent Mexico Wyoming Parison

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Clark Amherst Street Paul Braithwaite Cross Junction Mre James Hott J. Worth Hott Martinsburg Roy Nott Gruger Berkley Springs B. L Wunder Nancy Orr Rossman Henry Apartments North Loudoun Chambersburg Alice Turner A. L. Turner Joseph H. Roe Herbert Lauck Hackensack, N. J Gladys Herfurth Jack Stanton Cecil Grim Tony Patton Valley Avenue Young People's Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church Helen Renner East Boscowlén Street Constance Buckley F. L. Buckley Winchester Memorial Hospital Leigh A. Fuller, Jr Charles Howard West Point Military Academy Col Leigh Fuller William Irwin Detroit, Mich Brodie Eva Taylor Englewood Mary Taylor Susan Saulisbury Handley Denton Wilbur C. Riley G. W. Riley South Braddock Street Lynchburg Lynchburg College Katherine Baker Huntington Amy Billey Miller Herbert Miller Peyton Street W. C. Hook Waverley, Va R. C. Hook Waverley Irvin Cather Blacksburg Mr. Cather Mrs E. W. Cather West Boscawen Street Evy Shields Nancy Gray Larrick Mrs. Herbert Larrick Walter Johnson W. H. Johnson Fairmont Avenue Mary Allender Maryland State Teachers’ College Towson, Md W. H. Tull Ethie DeHart Garfield Hospital Mrs. A. J. de Hart Raymond van Horn Lexington Washington and Lee P. I. Affleck Charles Cross Stephens City Mildred Richard Mr. Richard Harry K. Sloat Ormer Walter D. Sloat South Cameron Street Sloat Photographic Bureau Department of Agriculture Ida Ellis Salvation Army Craig Ellis Staunton W. A. Baker Shirley Carter Nixendorf John M. Steck Charles Bowly Marshall Baker B. J. Hillidge Front Royal Elmer Guthrie Thomas W. Cook Fayettsville Elmer B. Guthrie Markeysburg Jay W. Yee Cook Virginia Woolen Company Frederick Fiddler Mary Bibb Leota Lauck Peyton Goodrich Zippers Huntsberry Edward W. Barr Raleigh, N C Peyton J. Marshall Annapolis, Md Robert Burwell Sara W. Chew Charles Town W. C. Norris B. M. Roszel R. Preston Chew Shenandoah Valley Academy Elsie Duncan Eastern Shore Handley High School Helen Fositt Mra Fred Fugitt Bass Cork Katherine. Dudley Prospect School Trenton N. J Rev Grace Carver Mrs. I. Carver Fairmont Charlotte DeHart State Teachers’ College Harrisonburg, Va A. J. DeHart Edna Erle Isabelle Hammock Otker Ithaca N. Y Cornell University Pat Linton William Hemp Ellis McDonald Ellsworth Linton Alma Linton W.va Martha Lunsford Katherine Grimm Floyd Ritter Amy Ritter Willis Dudley George Washington University du Winchester Rel Fuller Bowman Bowman Hancock, Md Paul C. Hook Elon N. C Elon College Messrs Waverly R. M. Hook Virginia Cumberland Twins Church of Christ Mr. Guthridge Vance Viscount the Evening Star Veteran Bureau Nathanson CO Sample Shoe Store
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