Council Public Interest Problems Considered by Council
Regular session last night reviewed real estate assessments and budget items. The Board of Review defended increases while outlining county jail improvement costs and a pending report by the county.
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Aid of Review
Ing
Glaize
Grim
Sale
Baetjer
Baker
Rosenberger
Page
Anderson
Knight
Shirley Carter
Herman Pis
Board of Review
M. L. Capper
Winster
Carter
Martinsburg Evening World Closes After Court Receiver Appointed
The Martinsburg Evening World, oldest local paper, ceases publication after a court appointed receiver takes control. The World Publishing Company creditors petitioned over unpaid obligations. Staff largely shifts to the Martinsburg Journal, with Francis R. S. Owell becoming Journal manager as consolidation spreads in nearby Virginia and West Virginia markets.
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Martinsburg
W. Va
Evening World
Martinsburg Journal
World Publishing Company
Merc
Harrisonburg
Staunton
Richmond
Virginia
West Virginia
the World
Francis R. S.owell
The
World
Journal
Shenanandoah Valley National Bank Xmas Savings Club
Fragmentary note touts joining the Xmas savings club at Shenandoah Valley National Bank with promotional phrasing and unclear details.
Sunday selling leads to second offense fine for parlor
Marchi and Ikey Lazarus proprietors of a shoe shining parlor on the west side of North Main street were fined $10 and costs totaling $14 in police court by Justice Talbot for selling merchandise on Sunday. It was the second offense. Talbot ordered all shoe shining parlors to close entirely after 9 oclock on Sunday mornings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Jones Knitting Company
Knight
Messrs. Baker and Page
R. Er
Baker
Hugh Striker
Water Department
Henry
Main
Power Company
Northern Virginia Power Company
Hen
Hagerstown
Winchester
Martinsburg
W. Va
Baetjer
Walter Cox
Board of Health
Winchester Gas and Electric Light Company
Glaize
Glass
Sale
Corporation Commission
Worsley
McVicar
Joseph B
Marchi
Ikey Lazarus
North Main Street
Justice Talbot
Talbot
Fire companies elect officers and plan annual meetings
The Sarah Zane Fire Company and the South End Hose Company held their annual officer elections Monday night. Tomorrow Friendship Fire Company will hold its annual meeting for the same purpose with a large crowd expected. The Charley Rouss Company meets Friday night and may change personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Zane Fire Company
South End Hose Company
Friendship Fire Company
Charley Rouss Company
Constance Talmadge in Sinner at Empire Theater Tonight
Film advertisement notes Constance Talmadge in a screening titled A Sinner at the Empire Theater with nightly thrills. Also promotes local ads for house rent at Main and Monmouth Streets and a savings club promising weekly adds and a Christmas check. A help wanted notice seeks a Ford delivery driver for a grocery store with good wages, apply in handwriting at the Star office.
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Care Star
Virginia Election Contest Highlights Technical Irregularities
The Charlott esville Progress explains Senator Paul’s contest against Congressman Harrison over the Seventh District seat. Paul claims technical violations in Virginia election law affected votes while not alleging fraud. Editorial notes the case centers on ballot procedures and counts in Shenandoah Rockingham and Page counties, with a partisan Congress to decide.
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John
Thor W. Harrison
Paul
W.harrison
Xptors
Harrison
National House of Representatives
National House
Charlottesville Progress
Charlottesvie Progress
Shenandoah
Rockingham County
Mount Crawford
Page
Republican Party
Regular meeting of Charley Routs Fire Co
Regular meeting of the Charley Routs Fire Company on Friday January 7 at 8 o’clock. Annual election of officers to be followed by supper. All members urged to attend. John H. Seal Jr president. Douglas Brown secretary. S-1p-41
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Charley Routs Fire Company
Gmoker
John H. Seal, JR
Douglas’ Brown
Sec
Frederick County Rejects Home Demonstration Request
Frederick county supervisors vote against adding funds to support a home demonstration agent for 1921. The decision halts Miss Mabel K. Haynes and Moncure from continuing their community program, depriving local clubs of guidance and inspiration. The advisory board laments the outcome and notes Frederick county’s loss of influence and support for home making efforts.
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the Star
Frederick County
Board of Supervisors
Advisory Board
Mabel K. Haynes
Allen B. Bond
Moncure
State Agriculture College
Blacksburg
Frederick’ County
Pinafore tickets urged with promise of treats
An urgent ad text calls on readers to buy Pinafore tickets immediately and promises a superior experience as the key selling point. The fragment signals a promotional tone and a focus on immediate purchase.
Christmas Savings Club Advertisement
Start the new year right by joining the Christmas Savings Club of The Commercial and Savings Bank. Pay a little each week or month, earn interest, and get it back two weeks before next Christmas with no fees or fines. Eight classes offered 1c 2c 5c 10c 50c $1 and $2.60. Join as many as you like before the club closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savings Club
The
Commercial and Savings Bank
Commercial & Savings Bank
Bigchester man seeks share of apple shipments in export trade
Thomas W. Mathews of 35 West Piccadilly Street Bigchester Virginia appeals for a share of his exports. He notes higher returns from foreign markets than domestic ats iea market and signs the request with a firm emphasis on his shipping interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ats Iea
Thomas W. Mathews
West Piccadilly St
Bigchester, Va
Savings Club Ad For Shenandoah Valley Bank
A readable fragment promotes joining the savings club at Shenandoah Valley National Bank. It highlights time and ample opportunity to enroll in the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SHEN
Andoah Valley
Bank Ipīf
Pinafore Seat Sale On Now
Pinafore tickets available through the Chamber of Commerce contact Bell 362 for seating reservations and event information. This notice urges potential attendees to secure seats promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber OF Commerce
Call Bell
Captain Bor's Co Drill Notice January 7 1921
All members ordered to report for drill Friday night January 7 1921 at 7 30 p m Pay roll ready to sign All men wishing to be paid must sign Friday night By order of G H Grimm Captain Com R W Smith First Sergeant.
Winchester High Presents American Concert Grand Quintette
Winchester High School stages its winter concert series with the American Concert Grand Quintette at City Hall Auditorium tomorrow night. The Weber quartet, famed in Boston, joins a program featuring violinist Winston Wilkinson and baritone Emilio de Gogorza, with season-ticket holders reserving seats at Seal’s music store.
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Winchester High School
City Hall Auditorium
Weber Quartette
Boston
Mass
Winchester
Winston Wilkinson
Emilio de Gogorza
Pinafore
Columbia
Sakaphone
Alma Gluck
Seal’s Music Store
Persona
Jazz Band Held Over At Auditorium Tonight
Due to strong ticket sales the Dan Dale Jazz Band was extended for a second night at the City Auditorium. Fans flocked to the show as the ensemble delivered a lively set of classic and contemporary jazz pieces.
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Dan Dale
Handley Night School Reopens For Adults Over 16
Handley Night School resumes with adult enrollment on January 10. Registration at the John Kerr Building occurs Wednesday and Thursday nights January 6 and 7 at eight p.m. Courses include Cooking Sewing English Mathematics Auto Repair Typing Bookkeeping and more. Register for all courses January 6 at 8 p.m.
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Handley Night Schoo
John Kerr
Commercial and Savings Bank Helpful Partner Ad
A bank promotes customer savings with phrases about Christmas Savings Club savings accounts and checking accounts. It touts over 4,000 satisfied depositors and welcomes small accounts.
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Commercial and Savings Bank
Commercial & Savings Bank
In Search of a Sinner at Empire Tonight
Constance Talmadge stars in In Search of a Sinner at the Empire Theatre supported by Idtest Pathe News and other reels. Food available with chicken and ham sandwich.
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Empire Tonight
Constance Talmadge
The
Idtest Pathe News
Pin Afore on Sale at Chamber of Commerce Office
Ticket notice states Pin Afore tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce office for purchase. No further details provided in readable text.
Army goods wearing question to be clarified by attorney
Graham B. Conner of Conner's Bar gain Store asks Attorney Robt. T. Barton to write to Richmond Virginia for full particulars on wearing of army goods and which part of the uniform must be discarded. Barton expects a reply by week’s end to publish in The Win Star.
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Graham B. Conner
Conner’s Bargain Store
Robt. T. Barton
Richmond
Terrible hardships endured by airmen reported in transport tale
Report from the Canadian northwest to Rockaway New Jersey shows airmen surviving a carrier disaster and moving toward civilization. The story comes as other items note a sale instruction by the Commerce Commission and bank statement summaries.
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Associated Presa
Hearst
Ont
Rockaway
Canadian Northwest
Roday
Intifan
Sero
Washington
Timore
Ohi
In Merce Commission
Neo Company
Lansing
Mich
I Motor Company
Ventory
Can
New York
Anna Hendricks
Friendship Fire Co Regular Meeting and Annual Officers
Regular meeting of Pee Fire Co scheduled for January 6 at 8 p m with a focus on annual officers and community notices. Boy Scouts conduct weekly collections of old clothes and magazines. a scout will collect. Wanted colored boy for shoe store tasks. chores include helping at Showalter and League Shoe Store. chicken and homemade items mentioned.
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Boy Scouts
League Shoe’ Store
Optical Notice for Eye Examinations in Waynesboro
An optical notice states an eye examination event at a hotel in Berryville with dates January 14 to 16. Examinations will be conducted without official lenses being ground and glasses may be ordered. Prices show 25 dollars for guaranteed glasses. The notice is from Line Opt in Waynesboro.
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Berrygil
Cedar rust control notice from Frederick County growers
A Frederick County orchard advisory urges cutting all cedars within two miles of orchards to combat cedar rust. The call emphasizes urgent action and coordinated effort among growers.
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Frederick County
Teanenaie
Middletown High School Versus Boy Scouts at Armory
Public meeting announces a wrestling style event between Middletown Agricultural High School and Boy Scouts of America at the Armory. Admission is 25 cents. Event includes installation of a Scoutmaster by Commissioner Arthur A. and a public gathering with attendees urged to wear warm clothing.
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Middletown Agricul BA High School
BOY Scout America
Armory
Boy Scouts of America
Arthur A
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GAS Company
Robert Worsley
Dute
Ac- Board
Hable
H.H. Woodward
Woodward
Capper
Hansbrough and Carter
Main Street
Robert Forney
Tt Grant
T. R. Cather
Field
Businesa
F. H. Krebs
Beker
Réing
Martinsburg World
Xmas Savings Club
Shenanandoah Valley
Constance
Talmadge
Empire Theater
Main and
Monmouth St
Herman H. Hable
VAL
Nat's Bank
ROUSS
H. A.nk
W. McC. Bond
Woman's Advisory Board of
Home
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Showalter & Groves
Bor
G.h.grimm
R. W. Smith
Handley Night Schools
Chamber OF Commerce Office
Friendship Fire
Pee Fire Co
Waynesboro
Sam Hain
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