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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1924
Page
7
A yawning cavern was discovered under an intersection in Petersburg Virginia after a small hole widened. Water leaks from a pipe and dirt have caused concern while authorities rope off the area and plan to fill the cave soon to prevent collapses.
Mrs Anna Saute of Indianapolis describes nervous rundown condition while nursing her baby improved after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She says the medicine helps women with common female ailments and urges others to try it, noting relief from nervousness back and lower body pains.
In Front Royal Virginia the special grand jury indicted George D. Butler for feloniously assaulting J. A. Green. The case was continued to the next term with a possible February trial date. Butler posted $1,500 bail. Sheriff Collins is to fetch Roy C. Brown from Southwestern Hospital Marion for observation, while guardian Sarah H. Fritts was appointed for her daughter Lucille Fritts.
The September earthquake severing deep sea cables caused the ocean bed off Oshima Island to subside 200 feet for eight miles. East of Oshima the damaged line was found in a newly formed abyss more than 4,000 feet deep while repairs proceeded.
A burning trash pile behind the White Palace lunch room prompted a fire alarm yesterday afternoon after 4. Fire units found no incident and suspect the alarm may have been a sport or hoax. If false, the penalty could reach $200.
Harold Dinges, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Dinges, who has spent months in Memorial Hospital and undergone four or five operations, is now at the home of his uncle Charles Trenary on West Leicester street under hospital physician supervision.
In Winkel, Rhine valley, a house over 1200 years old draws attention like Tutankhamun finds. Arch bishop Rhabanus Maurus is the first recorded owner, who died in 856. current owner Count Matusthke Grieffenkalu consults scientists hoping to confirm age and uncover hidden treasure under the floors.
Richmond Va Jan 10 Almost all state lawmakers attended Governor Trinkles reception at the executive mansion. The receiving line included Mrs Trinkle Lt Gov West Speaker Brewer Judge Rhea Colonel Hirams Smith and many others. Congress members Swanson and Montague also joined the event, which lasted until 11 oclock.
Forty years ago Tuesday the Norfolk and Western Railroad hauled the first carload of coal mined along its lines to Norfolk. That event began the big coal mining projects along the line, with production now totaling 28,600 tons annually and more than 21,000,000 tons dumped at Hampton Roads by the three main coal haulers.
Harrisonburg Virginia January Gen R M Colvin of Gibbons Camp releases a letter from Lieut Gen Charles B Lowry commanding the Department of the Army of Northern Virginia UCV opposing alterations to the Lee Chapel at Washington and Lee University General Howry concurs saying the vast majority of veterans in his department oppose the changes Camps in Virginia North Carolina and South Carolina participate in the stance.
The week of prayer closes with services tonight at Christ Episcopal Church led by Rev. F R Casselman at 7 30. Tomorrow night Centenary Reformed Church hosts Rev A A Kelly and Rev Casselman with the pastor presiding. Sunday offers two closing services at United Brethren Church with Rev B V Switzer and at Market Street M E Church with Rev Dr F T McFaden, each presided by their pastors.
C Bascom Slemp of Virginia secretary to President Coolidge is recovering from a successful eye operation in Palm Beach to remove a small obstruction. Doctor A Sherman Downs of Palm Beach and Saratoga performed the procedure, and officials say the ailment will not interfere with his duties in Washington.
Minnie Wood Virginia scene reports Frank Emmart and William Emmart hosting relatives over holidays. Attendees include William Suddith J C Lee Sadie Helen Lee John Lee of Boyce J M Rutherford Allen Holland and Harry Forney. Also notes funeral of Mrs William Forney in Stephenson and visits in Winchester. Ice four inches thick during cold spell as families fill their fee houses.
Berlin in December reports a drastic drop in street cleaning from 2400 workers to under 300. Civically proud volunteers faded as war shortages and rationing kept residents away from civic duties, leaving litter in principal streets and public areas.
The World Almanac and Book of Facts for 1924 presents updated statistics on government, finances, trade, labor, population, births marriages and deaths, education, and religion. It notes notable 1923 events, aviation progress, and a full political history for the presidential year with conventions, platforms, and elections. Published by The New York World, 50 cents postpaid, cloth bound 90 cents.
Readers are urged to write to W. 8 Rice of Adams New York for a free trial of a stimulating rupture treatment. The ad claims the method tightens muscles closes the opening and eliminates the need for a support or truss and warns of risks from untreated ruptures.
Notice offers a free sample treatment for rupture from W. 8S. Rice, Inc. at 898 B Main St. Adams NY. Readers may request a complimentary trial by sending name address and state.
Christmas Day was observed at the late J. C. Rutherford home in Minnie Wood Chapel Virginia with a long standing family dinner. Guests included H. W. Rutherford and daughter Denzel Rackley and Raymond, C. A Rutherford family, J Rutherford and family, H. J. Hardesty and family, and Anna Frye.
Health ad touts Red Cloud Liver Berries as a cold warding tonic. Claims include preventing illness by keeping the system clear, noting 30 years of use and offering 10 dose and 20 dose packages at stores.
A large Rutherford clan gathers for a Christmas dinner at the family home noting many children and relatives present. The event marks the first Christmas gathering since February and includes members Francia Neill Hardesty Mamie Chiles Lat Kackley Leora Beula Mary Minnie and others.
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