07 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1922
Page
1
Opposition to a filling depot on West Cork Street grows led by J. H. Henry. The council faces a heated clash as residents contest the site and its potential impact.
Last night the city council again delayed passage of the budget amid a bitter fight over authorizing a 15,000 gallon gas and oil filling station on Cork Street near Alley and Main. The council referred the issue to the Ways and Local Improvements Committee for a report at the next meeting.
The Boy Scout building on North Main Street transfers formally to Robert Y Post No 21 American Legion for cash. Financing by service men includes $10,000 donated by the Legion, with $25 bonds for members and a goal of 300 new enrollments in two weeks. The home will house the Legion and other local groups with a planned opening within 10 days.
Senator H. F. Byrd urges strict economy and reform to match postwar prices. He argues farm taxes and costs must align with farm income, proposes reductions and consolidations of offices, and cites Frederick County duties and pay to illustrate inefficiency. Continued on page 2.
A citizenship event will be held at the Handley Library in Winchester County. Trustees invite the public to welcome new citizens in the trustees' room.
In Nain Virginia on January 16 at 9 p.m. 50 head of cattle including 23 Holsteins will be sold by Shringers. All stubs and fifty young cattle valued at five dollars each. Treasurer must receive books. Maxwell touring starts by the 16th. Committed.
An Empire Theatre telegram from Worcester Ohio praises the Chicago musical comedy Listen To Me as clean bright entertaining with beautiful scenery and wondrous effects. It reports Worcester last night and notes orchestra balcony and gallery ticket prices and tickets on sale at the theatre office. S. M. McLaran, manager, endorses the show.
An advertisement from Hansbrough & Carter promotes money to loan and Virginia bond investments. It claims safety and a 1 percent yearly return on amounts from $100, with services in loans, insurance, real estate, and related business.
Lime sulphur is now ready for delivery at the Win Orchard Supply Co. and instruction notes accompany the order form.
Last night's Week of Prayer service at Christ Pre nt Episcopal Church featured Rev A Kelly of Grace Lutheran and music by the local choir. He preached on the miracle at Siloam and the need for applied Christianity guiding love for mankind amid jail, poverty, and ignorance. The week concludes with a 7 30 sermon on ideals at Market Street Methodist Church with offerings to the American Bible Society.
About 1,000 members have joined the Christmas Savings Club in recent weeks, many from the previous year. The club promotes small deposits from 1c to 2.50 per week and invites new joiners before the club closes, highlighting the benefits and easy savings plan.
Odd disturbance at 512 Market Street where Albert C Brown reported intruders removed household goods from his residence on January 12 at 10 a.m. Police arranged a response and are seeking witnesses to the incident.
The annual meeting of the Charley Rouss Fire Company drew over 100 members and visitors. Officers for 1922 were elected unanimously for the third year, led by John H. Seal Jr as president and C. Douglas Brown as secretary. A musical program followed with contributions from Massey Jolliffe and the Houdin Jazz Orchestra.
The executive committee and medical staff announce that eighteen thousand three hundred seventy four dollars in patient accounts must be settled in January or legal collection will proceed. Going forward all patients’ accounts will be collected weekly in advance to prevent future shortfalls.
A brief notice announces special frame and picture services for P. Neidemeyer & Co. offering discounted prices and limited-time framing options.
A fragmentary telephone sales notice urges readers to buy now for big savings on overcoats suits shirts and underwear. The author promises nothing at war prices and invites a visit to the shop at 19 East Piccadilly Street.
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Mildred Vivian Stuller of Washington D C and Salem West Virginia to Mr Don Gordon Harmer of Winchester Maryland took place December 23 at St Pauls United Brethren Church in Hagerstown Maryland. The ceremony was performed by Rev F Berry Plummer with no attendants and witnessed by Mr and Mrs George R Packett Jr. The couple will reside at 1826 Columbia Road N W Washington D C after January 15 prior to a Florida honeymoon.
On Tuesday January 24 at the Empire Rice Music Store presents ADA JONES in her first city appearance with a group of artists. Beth Hamilton violinist Armstrong magician and Mabel Loomis pianist will perform. Tickets are on sale at Rice's Music Store.
J P Carroll of Westernport Maryland sacrifices meals to keep a Star subscription. He reports two meals daily to save and fund the reduced price, sending a check to renew his commitment as he looks ahead to a new year.
The Sarah Zane Fire Company held a lengthy meeting last night to elect new officers for the coming year and review reports. Officers include J W M, W Lee Fisher, William T Barr, R L Gray, J T Brown, and others. a public banquet and open invitation followed the formal sessions.
Valley National Bank promotes a year long club with 3 percent savings and 4 percent on certificates. The note highlights multiple chess enthusiasts joining and predicts more members, mentioning total resources around 3 million dollars. Cashier G. Hardy signs the notice.
Warl Evans and his own orchestra present a Rag Time mini program featuring professional and amateur talents. The show titled Halt or Honest will be held Monday night at the auditorium. Tickets priced and hours listed as 8:30.
Notice to advertise the Stanfer representative advertises a number of advertisers and rates. The fragment lists names and prices in a local notice.
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