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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1928

Page

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Sand mines eyed as rail rate pivot for Winchester lines

Announcement at a Ro Club luncheon links a planned Winchester Glass Land Corporation sand mine push to a favorable freight rate from the Baltimore and Ohio system. If rates satisfy, sand shipments of 10 cars daily may begin with reorganization of the Winchester and Western Railroad and possible interstate commission review.

H. McCormac Virginia State Manufacturers’ Association Virginia Woolen Company Frederick County Winster Glass Land Corporatation Ork Pennsylar Rojee Ohio Railroad Winchester and Western Railroad Virginia Terstate Commerce Commission Ward and Larrick Winchester Glass Land ‘Corporal Illiam’ B. Cornwell Winchester and Western Gue Gwell Cornwell

Sin of Prayerlessness Sermon at Market Street Church

Rev. Dr. S. P. Long urged a full Market Street Methodist audience to repent from prayerlessness. He cited causes such as carelessness and time, warned prayerlessness sins against God and community, and urged families to teach children to pray.

Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church S. P. Long Chicago Dr. Long House of Prayer

New Trail Book Issued by Registered Service International

Registered Service International releases The Great White Way of a Nation, a trail booklet from Montreal to Miami with maps of best roads, attractions, hotels and shops. It features town drawings by Leslie Neill Woods, endorsements on trail strips, and a history of the C days routes.

Registered Service International Montreal Can Winchester Miami Fla L. N. Woods Leslie Neill Woods Mr. Woods Lespoke Huo S. Fiekling Charlottesyil' Va Wit Fiekling Virginia Eit Illiett New Market Oro Esgful Servic International of . Greeksy Ro.ghd Winghester Les Brise Liteville Lake la Hope Valley Balliett Qhenanidoah Intentional Famous Valley

Remus Denied Habeas Corpus Writ on Appeal

George Remus, the former Chicago lawyer dubbed the "king of whiskey," had his habeas corpus writ denied today by the Probate Court. He remains ordered hospitalized after a court found him sane and fit for treatment, with Charles L Histon as his counsel to pursue an appeal in the Court of Appeals.

Remus Associated Press Cingien George Resmus Chicago Habeas’ Co Sof Bien Yife-Turmed H Sr Lee Charles L Histon Tigie An Soo Court of Ap Gs Art Os Sas

Rousstown Fire Company Meeting Noted In Fragments

Fragmentary OCR notes outline a regular meeting for the Rousstown Fire Company. Mention references to council time, flier distribution, elections for officers, and possible attendance of members, with garbled names and incomplete phrases.

Quaker Roller O Gs-4 Season Snapshot

The fragment shows a team record line with Quaker Roller and McVIG among players. It hints at an early season page with roster-like entries and abbreviations for positions and points. The readable bits suggest a sports roster summary rather than a full game report.

Special January Rate Now In Effect

Rate notice announces January pricing with a discount for early payment. The ad urges readers to pay now to secure savings and mentions a featured evening edition tag.

Funeral Rites Held for Nathaniel B. Page

Many friends attended the funeral services for Nathaniel B. Page at the local chapel. Pallbearers and mourners gathered to pay final respects, with local attendees recalling his community work.

Nathaniel B. Page

Inquiry Into Son-In-Law's Death Raises Questions

Mrs Woodward of Randolph County Virginia seeks details about her son in law reported killed in a automobile accident in West Virginia. The Union Terminal management stated an investigation was underway and a man named Woodward was said to have left at two o'clock over the Pennsylvania route toward Inwood.

Woodw Rapp County Peice Kilea W.va Woodwalis Fox Inwood Rotary and Kinsnns Allen F. Voshell University of Virginia Hospital Marber Winchester Frederick County University Hospital Charlottesville Charles Scott State Board of Health Handley School Swimley Teithe

Special January rate on subscriptions

Movin. oed Pay now and save. Four dollars per year by savings. Three dollars per year by advance. Parcel: Winchester Steam Cleaning Road and. es Palmer by proposal.

Sari * Vance M Vance Allon Posal Winchester Steam

Marines Report Deserters In Sandino Camp Training Rebels

Washington reports say two U S Marines who deserted earlier this year were captured by General Sandino’s forces and held as prisoners then released. Other deserters are missing and morale among Sandino’s troops appears higher due to suspected training and arms from unknown sources.

Washington Marine Corps Nicaragua Sandino Managua Honduran Corns San Sabino Artis

Estate dispute over Peaches opera rights and heirs

Fragmentary text references Edward West and an estate connected to an opera titled Peaches. The note hints at children receiving share or control, with unclear terms and potential disputes among heirs. Unable to confirm full facts from available lines.

Edward West

Evening Ball at Compton Gymnasium Evening

Event announces a ball called by the president at 8 o'clock in Commont Gymnasium. It lists admission eight shillings with a prior notice for 25s and references Inter on Athletic Club in Washington.

Epa Inter On Athletic Club Itingburg W. Va

Friendship Fire Company Reelects Forney as Chief

The Friendship Fire Company reelected Capt. Fred W. Forney as president for another term after a lengthy tenure. New officers included Lt. Marcellus Anderson and Forrest Fansler, secretary C. D. Barnett, treasurer James P. Reardon, and chaplains Rev. Robert B. Nelson and Rev. Dr. C. A. Freed. The meeting also elected J. Harry Jones as treasurer, replacing Forney due to health, and noted a strong year of activity with new members joining. The crowd sang the company song, Old Friendship, at adjournment.

Friendship Fire Company Fred W. Forney Marcellus Anderson Forrest Fansler Marion Anderson New H. L. Bowers C. D. Barnett G. R. Jones J. Harry Jones James P. Reardon Robert B. Nelson C. A. Freed C. R. Anderson B. B. Dutton Forney George W. Kurtz Huntsberry Eee J. Fy

Rail Executive Active at Ninety Dies Suddenly

A ninety year old rail executive died suddenly yesterday in Chicago. The man, identified as a longtime leader in the industry, collapsed at home while under routine care. Officials said there were no signs of foul play and an autopsy is planned to determine the cause.

Unclear OCR Entry on Local Produce Prices

Fragmentary OCR text lists celery price at 25 cents and other produce with unknown items. Mentions Friday and Saturday with scattered names and numbers. Lacks coherent event or clear entities to confirm.

District nurses log 320 visits in December in county report

The District Nurse Association held its first meeting of the new year as president Mrs. H. D. Fuller presided. Misses Josephine Arthur and Evelyn Dean reported 320 December visits across prenatal postnatal infant preschool school and adult care with referrals to physicians dentists clinics hospitals and a sanatorium.

District Nurse Association H. D. Fuller Josephine Arthur Evelyn Dean

Capt Senseman Stricken While On Duty At Harrisburg

Hiam T Senseman a veteran Venusa Railroad conductor on the Winchester to Harrisburg line fell ill while at Harrisburg waiting to depart. Friends say he showed signs of a bilious condition and possibly a stroke. He was standing near his train when the incident occurred as the Harrisburg to Winchester service was due to leave at 1 80 am. Captain Senseman is reported to be improving.

Hiam T. Senseman Venusa Railroad Winchester Harrisburg Cyegrran Les Harrisburgr Consian

Gilbert Printz and Family Injured In Auto Mishap

Gilbert Printz and his family were injured in a car accident last Saturday night in Burg, Pennsylvania, where they have resided for years. Mrs Printz sustained cuts and bruises, while Mr and Mrs Printz were badly bruised and shaken.

Gilbert Printz Sooctians Mane Burg Priig

Annual election meeting notice for Sarah Zane Fire Co

Friday evening at eight o clock a meeting is called for the Sarah Zane Fire Co annual election of officers. Each member is requested to be present and bring others. Signed by secretary Lew Fisher dated 1-5-1p-2ty.

Ottos Mae Arene Douglas Brown Sarah Zane Fire Co. Ner Gaby

Temple bill to shrink Shenandoah Park lands debated in Congress

Representative H W Temple of Pennsylvania has introduced a bill to reduce Shenandoah National Park acreage from 385000 to 827000 acres. Virginia officials favor the measure to preserve lower cost residences, while fears of resident displacement are voiced. Senator Swanson backs the effort in the Senate as support builds in Washington.

Star Washington H. W. Temple Southern Appalachian National Park Commission Shenandoah National Park Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Geolgion Survey Llonse Harrison Temple Dr. Temple Judgemson Congress William E. Carson Virginia Conservation Commission Wig Carson Temple Sigson de -Carson Onder Thikd Bill Harris Capi Populénus Sons of Swanson

Special Services In Catholic Church Update

Public notices announce Catholic Church events with incomplete text. Fragments mention services and a cordial invitation to all in attendance.

Levitt

Favorable Reply To Kellogg's Note Reaches State Department

Washington reports a favorable reply to Secretary Kellogg's December 28 note from the French embassy. The international covenant deploring war as a means to settle disputes was welcomed and the document will be delivered to the State Department later today.

Associated Press Washington Kellogg France State Department

Buoy Dropped From Airplane Found Off Coast

A buoy believed dropped from an aircraft near St Johns Newfoundland was found drifting off the coast. Customs officials are examining the buoy for origin and intents following reports of its discovery.

Associated Press N. Fy Pero Distolet

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