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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1923
Page
1
A crowd of about 2000 Germans protested in the Ruhr region against the French occupation. Citizens gathered demanding an end to the occupation and urging authorities to take action.
Cuno states Germany will not bow voluntarily as Ruhr occupation completes without firing a shot. French threaten death penalty in Essen leaflets. Essen mob storms Kaiserhoff demanding expulsion of French. German ambassador Mayer leaves Paris. strikes planned in Essen area to protest occupation. French to replace Americans at Coblenz.
An Associated Press dispatch from Essen notes martial law imposed with authorities arming guards and enforcing curfews. The report emphasizes disruption to daily life and potential implications for civilians amid rising tensions in the region.
The French army advances into Essen encircling the Ruhr heart and taking control of the Krupp works this morning. Armored cars lead the march from the Duesseldorf bridgehead with infantry divisions following from Duisburg and Duisburg. No casualties or shots fired reported as occupation completes.
Telegram from East Prussia reports a regional revolt as citizens demand joining Lithuania. The unrest spreads across the yemel district amid calls for government support from Kovno. In Paris, Poincaré faces interruptions in the Chamber of Deputies as Marcel Cachin and other communists challenge the Ruhr policy. Berlin later notes Germany will not yield to pressure in the Ruhr dispute.
Former King Constantine of Greece died suddenly in Palermo Sicily today from a cerebral hemorrhage. The death occurred while he was in Italy, marking the end of his long and storied reign which began in Greece. No further details were released.
The Martinsburg and Potomac Turnpike Company known as the Williamsport pike ceased to exist after a Monday court session. The Berkeley county court and its directors sold controlling stock at 30 cents per share, with most stock already turned in as maintenance had been transferred to the State Road Commission on January 1. Also advertised a mill end sale at the Dollar Dept Store offering 1460 dresses at 7 cents each, marked far below original values.
Carter Glass a Virginia senator and former Treasury secretary will be principal speaker at the fourteenth annual Group Three Bankers Association meeting in Winchester. About 125 bankers from northern Virginia are expected to attend with a luncheon at Rouss Hall after the morning session. The program includes addresses by local officials and bankers, with Glass speaking on the Federal Reserve System. The meeting coincides with Lee's birthday and Virginia bank holidays as many banks close.
The third trial of W. W. Adams chiropractor charged with practicing medicine without a license has been scheduled for Friday February 2. Earlier notices claimed a different date. The case proceeds in the local court with Adams facing license violations.
Miss Catherine Anderson fifteen year old daughter of Mrs Nina Glenn Anderson is slowly recovering after drinking lemonade that stood in a galvanized iron bucket overnight. She became ill with ptomaine poisoning and was taken to Memorial Hospital for treatment.
An old advertisement lists wood saws and tree protectors alongside cough syrup and cold tablets from Winchester druggists. It mentions Strychnine Sulphate and a promotion for sale by all Winchester druggists with dates 5 1p 6t.
Third service of the week long prayer series filled the First Christian Church with both Sunday school rooms and the gallery in use. Rev. B V Switzer preached on Prayer and the Social Order from Thy Kingdom Come.
Friends of Millard J Yost known as Dad Yost held a surprise party for his seventieth birthday at his home. Guests shared a luncheon and conversations recalling past times in a warm, festive gathering hosted by his daughters Katherine and Philadel Yost.
Dorothy Clifford and Janie Lee, two young Black women from Hagerstown Md, were arrested by Officer Hollis after nights of surveillance. They faced disorderly conduct charges and were also labeled street walkers. Mayor Glass fined each $10 plus $32 costs and gave ten day jail sentences.
Frederick county fruit growers hear that G H Ralston horticultural extensionist will visit January 12 15 and 16 but due to weather will conduct pruning demonstrations January 18 19 and 20 J R Dushane county agent notes a program to be announced later in The Star
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank announces the Christmas Savings Club will stay open for about a week to enroll names for the coming year. The notice urges prompt joining and avoiding delays.
All members are ordered to be present at drill Thursday night at 7 30. Peyton J. Marshall First Lieut Com.
Former Virginia lawyer James Mason, father of James Mason Jr., dies at his daughter EM Page’s home in Charlottesville after a long career. He served in the Virginia Legislature in 1876, was the first state tax commissioner, and authored an influential article on railroad rates that helped spark the National Anti Monopoly League and the Interstate Commerce Commission. Funerals held in Charles Town.
C Kercheval of Berryville reported four young white men ransacked his automobile near the Court House yard. A searchlight left at the scene by the owner was recovered by the desk sergeant, and police expect the thief may not claim the item. A gallon jug of mineral water was mistaken for moonshine liquor during the incident.
Help wanted advertisement seeking a married couple for farm and house duties in Lovettsville Virginia. Wages promised, good references required. Inquiry to W J Compher. Early 1900s mill end sale notes ladies dresses at 976 each.
Miss Margaret Hawkins is quite ill at her East Water street home with a nervous breakdown. Friends hope she will quickly recover. Hicks Nakatoutine Company executives We Hicks and T W Smallwood have gone to New York for the annual automobile show. Mr and Mrs W E Johnson of St Louis are wintering in Winchester staying with Mrs Barr.
Roanoke set to host the Virginia Good Roads Association three day convention with many speakers including Henry G. Shirley and Frank Page. Organizers seek hotel room availability and will ask local businesses to accommodate visitors while promoting the road bond issue.
President Harding expresses earnest hope for useful legislation this session to improve the agricultural economy. In a letter read at the Maryland Agricultural Society convention in Frederick, he notes Congress’ disposition to act and hopes for substantial achievements. Governor Ritchie also speaks to rural leaders at the session.
Report from Hagerstown says the Al G Fields Minstrel show delivered the best performance this troupe has given, following a Winchester appearance last night. Manager Marshall Baker aims to secure the act for the Empire Theatre in the future.
The article reports on a public discussion led by Senator Carter Glass and former State Senator Walter son advocating road development. It mentions Harry F. Byrd’s preview and a comprehensive presentation arguing for a bond issue, while noting anti bond forces and the newspaper’s coverage.
Under supervision of mee department curricula activities a group of students spend extra time to stage a clean comedy. Cast includes Miss Rose Rosenberger as the flapper and Alvin Kremer as Jack Crandall with Miss Dith Cornwell as Mrs Hooker. George Barr plays Alegius Bartholom. Rita O Connart is the maid. Tickets 25 and 50 cents for children.
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