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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1922
Page
1
Despite rain, the First Christian Church revival drew attendees as Rev. J F Morgan preached on Learning of Jesus. He urged daily companionship with Christ and cited four key points with vivid illustrations. A prayer response followed.
The four story main building at Blackstone Woman's College in Blackstone Virginia was destroyed by fire on Tuesday night. The loss is estimated at 150000 and more than 200 students were in the building when the blaze started around six. College president Dr H Asbury Christian said the school may close for the term. Citizens quickly provided housing for the displaced students within fifteen minutes of the alarm.
Elks' Buick to be auctioned January 16 at 9 p.m. at the Empire Theatre. All stubs and books must be turned into the treasurer by January 10. Special price on Weed Truck and pneumatic tire chains available at Valley Service Station. Auction note and contact details appear in the notice.
Delegates voted 79 to 16 against a road bond measure in the House. The opposition fight was led by Delegate George B. Keezell of Rockingham County as reporters from The Star note the heated session.
A Friday volleyball match is planned in the Centenary Reformed Church recreation room between the Martinsburg YMCA team and Centenary Church players. Previous meetings saw Martinsburg win at the YMCA. local spectators are welcome to attend and support their team.
New York stocks opened with a morning decline caused by persistent selling of crude, General Asphalt and Mexican Petroleum. Liberty bonds dipped while Victory bonds 33 48 and 43 43 posted new highs at 118 and 120. Calf money started at 31 2 percent.
Five thousand telephones were put out of order across Maryland by yesterday's storm. Information from the western region near Frederick was scarce as road conditions hindered repair crews restoring poles and wires.
Farmers urged to exhibit extra good corn at the Virginia Corn Growers convention in Roanoke on January 26 27. Ten ears must be selected and packaged for shipment to the U S Department of Commerce Roanoke Virginia by January 18. Utility show entries due by noon January 26. County Agent J R Dushane announces prize program and a full meeting schedule.
Advertisement requests residents to donate or remake carpets and rugs for the American Legion home. Contact Mrs. Alexander Barrie to arrange pickup. Smyrna and some details seem unusable in the notice.
King George announced today an amnesty in respect to offenses committed in Ireland prior to last Julys operation. The statement mentions amnesty terms and hints at ongoing political considerations. The public reaction and implications for enforcement remain unclear.
The Evening Star announces its twenty-fifth year with a larger trade edition highlighting Winchester tri county growth. It urges civic promotion through advertising and education to attract outside buyers and investors, detailing plans for illustrated features and broad distribution to boost local and regional prosperity. The piece credits the paper as a public educator and champion of Winchester and surrounding areas.
A heavy blizzard struck the Andoah and Cimberland valleys with 14 to 16 inches of snow. Roads drifted three to four feet. travel halted in many areas as trains and buses faced delays and detours. Telegraph and telephone services suffered outages while the press waited for updates.
Virginia governor calls for centralizing the entire state government under the governor with full appointment and removal powers. He urges a constitutional amendment to bar politically dry and personally wet office seekers and to require sworn liquor compliance. Budget proposes 23.8 million general fund for two years with 1 million for criminal expenses.
A brief reader prompt asking if the audience enjoys watching birds, framed as a light feature item in a local page. No dates or organizations specified.
Saturday special at Conner's Bargain Store offers 50 dozen Hoffman's fine dress shirts in all sizes for 95 cents and over 100 dozen fine black dress socks at two pairs for one dollar.
Bids to rent the Rouss Garage will be received by secretary C. D. Brown of Charley Rouss Fire Company. Possession set for February 1st. Bids open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and close at 6 p.m.
A public notice promotes a big remnant sale Friday and Saturday at Grove Bros. Dept. Store and urges prompt compliance with snow removal rules to aid town comfort and avoid financial loss. Mayor IW W. Glass signs the notice. Western Union office experiences occasional delays, but Manager Hahn reports most messages delivered on time.
Dr I W Johnson of Suffolk Virginia, slated to lead revival services at First Christian Church, has been delayed by a severe cold but will arrive this evening to lead the singing. He will oversee the service tonight and remain through the campaign with a large choir and orchestra assisting.
Handley School teachers living at the Teachers' Club on South Washington street express deep appreciation for friends who while they were away over Christmas sent a purse and a large cabinet size Victor talking machine to the club. On return they were greeted by the latest records reproduced by the Victor clinic now used each evening.
Three Belfast women were shot last night. one woman died from her injuries. Police said an unknown assailant knocked at doors before opening fire on the group.
Special sale starting Friday January 13 offers bargains on dress goods silks remnants and hosiery. Hosiery priced at 10 cents per pair for ladies and children at Brill and Ritter. Stock includes assorted remnants and 12 1 2 cent items while supplies last. Get there bargains before they’re gone.
Tom Mix new film Trailin' is billed as a standout event with the star delivering a spirited performance. The picture promises absorbing action from the opening scene and features other notable attractions in the program.
Governor Neff declared martial law in Mexia Texas and the surrounding oil field. Rangers on duty since Saturday led a clean up against alleged saloons and gambling resorts in cooperation with other officers.
A local sale announces most items to be sold for cash after February first at Chapmans Auto Sales with vehicles such as cars trucks and tractors excluded from the cash sale.
Thirty six persons are now suffering from Cholera with forty five carriers confined to isolation hospitals. Only two cases are serious and no new cases are developing according to health authorities. High deaths have occurred in the last two weeks.
Briand resigns as premier of France and leaves the cabinet after announcing the Genoa talks and reparations delays. Officials react with alarm as discussions begin on the government’s next move and the impact on Genoa and Cannes talks.
Mrs R T Shields addressed the Woman's Mission of Braddock Street at Mrs Snider's home on Tuesday. The talk highlighted Chinese culture with plater and curios, aiming to inform and inspire the ladies about foreign fields and missionary work.
Kerr Building will host night sessions for arithmetic typing cooking sewing and other demanded courses. All pupils invited to register with the clerk on Monday Tuesday Thursday Saturday and Sunday.
Telegram from the Maryland Theatre manager reports Listen To Me played two nights. Scenery and effects praised. Chorus and dance excellent. Beautiful wardrobe and a charming group of performers noted.
Wanted to purchase multiple cars of hay as soon as possible. Call H. B S KEGKUBYD with details and prices.
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