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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1921
Page
1
Jah Zane Fire Company held a meeting at their hall last night electing officers for the year 1920. The gathering saw strong attendance and commendations for progress in fire fighting efficiency with loyal Winchester citizens praised for cooperation.
The War Finance Corporation bill became law today after the House overrode President Wilson's veto, following Senate action yesterday. The measure finances war activities and allocates funds as part of the wartime effort.
The House census committee faced a warning from Representative Tinkham that if a reapportion bill fails to reduce the representation of states denying some citizens the right to one vote, the issue may be taken to the Supreme Court.
Washington January 4 AP report notes forty millions of a 150 million European relief appropriation allocated to keep the Polish army in the government economy debate. Senator Reed, Democrat, ofice said he had documents in his office to support his time and would discuss them at length later.
Regular meeting of the Friendship Wire Co will be held next Thursday evening January 6 at 8 o clock. Business of importance includes the annual election of officers.
The Valley Service Station announces a New Year price cut on Willard batteries noting strong public demand with 2350 batteries serviced last year. The ad highlights the slogan Through Service We Grow and lists Braddock and Water Streets locations.
Gov John J Cornwell reports by telephone that personal effects were saved from the Capitol blaze. He says his correspondence and key records survived while corporate and workers compensation files burned, including widows and orphans affidavits and claims.
The Senate Rules Committee proposed a maximum of 50 000 dollars for congressional expenses tied to the inauguration of President elect Harding. Chairman Knox introduced the resolution setting the limit.
The board of tellers at UMWA international headquarters in Indianapolis tabulated ballots from the December 14 international election. Officials expected results in three to four weeks, but editor Dilis Searles stated President Lewis and Vice President Murray were reelected.
In Meridian Mississippi on January 4 Robert Lewis a Black man accused of murdering railroad watchman T W Greer was lynched by a mob. Police who had arrested him were forced to surrender the prisoner.
Washington January 4 The District Supreme Court sustained government objections to stock yard holding divorcement plans proposed by the large meatpackers under the recent decree. The court ruled that any acceptable plan must include early and complete divestment of all objectionable holdings.
The note lists Easter on March 27 as the earliest since 1913, cites major holidays on specific weekdays, and flags Friday May 13 as a hard luck day. It also mentions the year digits sum to 13 and are indivisible by numbers 1 through 10.
Washington committee dispatches invitations to every governor to attend the inauguration, urging attendance with staff. Ohio Governor-elect Davis indicated he plans to travel with his staff to witness the elevation of fellow Ohioan Warren G Harding.
Bivouac Maine san 4 reports Tepperell Mills and York Mills now employ 6 000 workers and will shift to a four day work week starting this week. A 22 percent wage cut remains in effect after a month of three day weeks.
The tomb of President William Henry Harrison at North Bend near Cincinnati is described as unfit as a resting place. A report to Governor Cox by the William Henry Harrison Memorial Commission outlines plans to take over and improve the burial property.
Pittsburgh January 4. The Jones and Laughlin Steel Company reduced its pricing on steel pipe and tubular goods to the March 21, 1919 Industrial Board level following Republic Iron and Steel. The move effectively aligns most steel products with United States Steel Corporation pricing.
The Studebaker Corporation will resume production of 90 cars daily starting January 10 in South Bend Indiana and plans a gradual increase to 500 cars per day. The announcement outlined staged output improvements.
Marion Ohio January 4 Judge Peter Grosscup of Chicago headed the list of President elect Harding's callers for today The conference was said to cover plans for a league of nations and economic problems in which Grosscup is known as a student leader.
A notice announces a Regular meeting of the Charley Rouse Fire Company on Friday January 7 at 8 o'clock with annual election of officers to follow a smoker. All members urged to attend. signed by JOHN H. SEAL JR President and C Douglas Brown Secretary. Also includes miscellaneous classified items about rent, savings club, bank notice, and a help-wanted ad for a Ford delivery driver.
Mayor Glass of Winchester and Frederick County praise progress in public education and apple culture in 1920. He notes the region’s prominence in schooling and in apple growing and wishes Virginians a prosperous new year with attention to development prospects for 1921.
Mr. 8. R. Willey foreman of B and O Railroad section hands in Winchester reports a garter snake about 27 inches long found while his team burned grass along the right of way. He captured the reptile and brought it to town for exhibition. The snake was seen crawling along the grass in front of the men and showed fight before being subdued.
An advertisement states a new Job Printing Office opened at 205 South Main Street offering printing services promptly. Signed by Sam Forney dated 4-1-21.
The Star explains expenses have not decreased and no outlook for cost cuts in 1921. Postage bills have tripled, paper costs remain high, and labor costs stay flat, so the cash mail subscription stays at $4 per year while other papers charge higher rates.
Fancy boxed apples advertised with variety for New Year by Sam Haines in Winchester Virginia. A Middletown Agricultural High School hosts a Boy Scouts of America game at the Armory Building on Wednesday January 6 at 8 PM with 25 cent admission. Also a meeting at Mrs. John M. Stiles home on Thursday January 6 at 3 PM.
Two hundred and five persons die when the steamer Santa Isabel wrecks near Villagarcia on Saturday night. Fifty six are saved with injuries reported. Many bodies wash ashore and whole families drown.
Physicians treating President Obregon ordered a complete rest and sent him from Mexico City to Michoachan for a several day vacation seeking a healthier climate. The move follows concerns about his health as he remains in office.
A large number of Virginia Maryland and Pennsylvania couples obtained marriage licenses last Saturday and yesterday at Fingerstown Md. The list includes Wesley Anderson and Bessie Carper both of Winchester Scott L Rush of Winchester and Gladys M Ward of Hedgesville W Va.
Officials announced work would continue on a full time schedule only if industry developments permit. A 20 percent wage cut, stated ten days earlier, would take effect immediately as part of the measure affecting personnel.
A Frederick County fruit growers notice orders property owners to cut all cedars within two miles of orchards this year and to pay special attention to small cedars. The directive stresses this as an important ongoing work by the association.
Shenandoah Valley National Bank invites customers to join the Xmas Savings Club with holiday offerings. Spott Chicken and Ham Sandwiches advertised as home made by Showalter and Groves.
Start the new year right by joining the Christmas Savings Club of The Commercial and Savings Bank. Pay weekly or monthly, get it back two weeks before next Christmas with interest. No fees or fines. Eight classes including 1c 2c 50c and $2.50. Join before the club closes.
A letter from Thomas W. Mathews of Winchester Virginia appeals to apple growers to share export shipments. He notes foreign markets yield better returns than domestic markets and urges cooperation with his ventures.
A driver in a Maxwell automobile is asked to return food taken from the top of Opequon Hill to Shade Motor Co. The notice appears in the Shenandoah Valley National Bank savings club promotion.
Announcement from Mrs Garrett Stevens de Grange of New York declares Miss Heloise Garrett de Grange wed Mr Edward Curtis Oldham of Worcester Massachusetts. Ceremony held at noon Friday December 31 at the Church of the Transfiguration New York City performed by Rev Dr Houghton.
The first prayer week meeting was held at the First Christian Church with a large, receptive audience. An inspiring singing and strong sermon marked the night and the famine relief offering was well received. Tonight services move to the Baptist Church with Rev. F. M. Richardson in charge and A. Sernen as speaker. An offering will again fund famine relief.
The Archbishop’s condition improved and he returned home yesterday after a month of illness at a friend’s house in western Maryland. He slept well and was described as “doing very well” this morning at the archiepiscopal residence.
New York stock market in early trading showed a drift toward higher ground despite weakness in Atlantic gulf issues. Gains were limited to Pens specialties with some earnings optimism. American linseed led, up 56 percent on reports of foreign control. A noon 4 point drop in Mexican petroleum caused volatility and canceled many gains.
Harry F. Sweet Jr. a 20 year old chauffeur was arrested on disorderly conduct charges after an assault on MeL Lowe. He told Justice Ingram he planned to enlist in the navy and awaits a police court hearing. He previously drove for Prohibition Inspector Hall amid a fatal clash near Fishers Hill Shenandoah county involving suspected bootleggers.
The Ft. Loudoun Seminary will reopen Wednesday at 9 a.m. for regular services and activities. Community members are welcome to attend the renewed sessions and explore the renewed facilities.
The South End Hose Company held its regular annual meeting at its hall on West Meath. A record crowd attended and a chair collapse caused a minor commotion as a member sat on a fragile chair, cracking it and causing talk of danger among firemen. Continued on Page 3. Chicken and Hathean by home made Showalter.
Night school programs for adults 16 and over begin January 7 at Kerr Building. Classes run January 6 and 7 at eight p.m. with subjects including cooking mathematics auto repairing typewriting bookkeeping mechanical drawing woodworking and more. Registration at 8 p.m. and 6th Avenue venue.
An early 20th century ad copy highlights Commercial and Savings Bank as a willing partner for customers with savings and merchant accounts. It mentions a Christmas club and small accounts while offering home made chicken and ham dishes from Showalter and others.
In Washington Acting Secretary Davis discussed four Cuban problems with Wilson and the Associated Press reported the day’s events. Davis met with Mr. Davis at the Department to review the issues raised.
The review highlights Elsie Ferguson starring in Lady Rose as a top draw, with the performance capturing audiences amid the season’s real hits. It notes the film’s dramatic turns and Ferguson’s screen presence while mentioning comedy in The Speak Easy as part of the program.
Robert Y. Conrad Post of the American Legion schedules a meeting at the library auditorium Thursday night in January to elect officers for the year and conduct important business. All members are urged to attend.
A $10.00 reward is offered for a lost female white fox hound with brown ears. The dog was last seen in Massie Harris Addition, Virginia. Owner or finder should contact local authorities for return.
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