Berlin Quiet as Mail and Trams Resume Normal Service
Reports from Berlin note a return to normalcy with radioed dispatches in London confirming quiet conditions in the German capital. Communist agitators issue a manifesto calling for workers councils and immediate action, while official denials say no pact with Soviet Russia has been made. Concerns grow over potential unrest spreading from Berlin to Vienna and beyond as agitators use recent disturbances to rally supporters.
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Berlin
London
Germany
Russia
Vienna
Liberty bonds see heavy selling by banks and dealers
New York reports heavy liquidation of Liberty bonds since January as banks seek cash for business loans and avoid high rates. Traders caught long by the market, and holdouts transfer Liberty holdings to other accounts amid the shift.
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New York
Federal Reserve
Bank
Re Ee
Resgisins Po
Liberty Holdings
Mob in Alabama lynches a Negro after alleged attack
Florala Alabama January 15 The Associated Press reports Jack Waters a Negro was lynched last night after an alleged attack on a white woman. The body was found today hanging from a telephone pole riddled with bullets.
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Florala
Ala
Jack Waters
Dance Friday at Reuss Hall by Winchester men
Invitations have been sent by Winchester young men for a dance at Reuss Hall Friday night. Whitacre's Jazz Orchestra of Martinsburg will provide the music and many guests are expected from town and beyond.
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Winchester
Reuss Hall
Whitacre
Martinsburo
Entertained At Dinner Party In Winchester
Mr. Frank Gallup of Wilminston Ohio hosted a dinner at Hotel Jacka after holidays for daughter Miss Hellen Gallup. Guests included Miss Katherine Glass, Miss Gallup, Miss Lucile Wiest, Miss Theodosia Wiest, Miss Jane Cooper, Miss Dorothy Green, and Miss Pauline Sale. Also noted are social mentions and a note about a stolen automobile from Plaza with car No 328227 and motor No 380424, belonging to Mr. R S Jolliffe, via Niagara Fire Insurance Co. Hansbrough and Carter of Winchester, Va. tpt
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Frank Gallup
Wilminston Ohio
Hellen=Gallup
Fort Loudoun Seminary
Hotel Jack
Katherine Glass
Miss Gallup
Bucile Wiest
Theodosia Wiest
Jane Cooper
Dorothy Green
Pauline Sale
Susan
the Empire
the Crystal
Gallup
Miss Wiest
Lansing
Mich
Winchester
Gen
Shenandoah Valley
Tas
Aes
RS. Jolliffe
Niagara Fire Insurance Co
Hansbrough and Carter
Library Removes Alcohol Manufacture Volumes
Springfield library shelves stripped of volumes on making liquor as part of prohibition spirit. William B Ryan of Ryan and Orondort travels to eastern cities on business while Hazel R. Dinzes remains listed in the record.
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Associated Press
Springfield
City Library
Setit el Fe
William B. ‘Ryan
Ryan_and
Orondort
Gas Eastern
Democrats Fail To Elect Leader In Senate Caucus
Washington Jan 15 The Democratic senatorial caucus failed to elect a leader in a 19 to 19 tie between Senators Hitchcock and Underwood. Senator Smith of Georgia withheld his vote and the next caucus will follow Secretary Glass taking his seat as Virginia’s senator and leaning to Underwood.
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Washington
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Underwood
Alabama
Smith
Georgia
Mr. Glass
Canning Club Girls Meet Saturday at Equity School
The county canning club girls unit will hold a meeting Saturday January 17 at Equity school building not John Kerr building. The Equity Building sits on the Equity grounds at Braddock Street and Valley Pike end. A special program is planned and both old members and new girls are invited to join. The program starts at 10 30 with afternoon activities for play and fun.
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County Banning Club
Equity School
John Kerr
Equity
Braddock Street
Valley Pike
Methodists Merger Appears Certain
Clergymen and laymen representing 6980 Episcopalians in Louisville met in the Fourth Street Methodist Church to discuss unification with the joint commission. The group signaled a merger agreement as a near certainty, recalling a historic 74 year rift over slavery that split northern and southern branches.
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Louisville
Fourth Street Methodist Episcopal Church
South
In memory of our dear father John H Butler
In memory of our dear father John H Butler departed this life seventeen years ago Jan 14 1902. The sad lonely year has passed since we laid him in the silent grave. But sweet is the hope that exists in our hearts. Farewell dear father may your slumber be as gentle as your love When God shall call us homeward. Dear is the grave where our father is laid.
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John H. Butler
Hfe
Chicago Moves to Contain Influenza Outbreak
Chicago health chief orders defense measures after reports of 137 new flu cases and 23 deaths from influenza and pneumonia. In 24 hours 82 new cases are recorded, prompting city action today.
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Chicago
Lutheran Church Reports Good Year in 1919
At Grace Lutheran Church a congregational meeting elected Carl Ritter and Charles Over as deacons for three years. Pastor A A Kelly announced 80 new members joined in 1919 and treasurer J L Maphis reported 1940.71 in offerings with 6710 raised for benevolence and building, totaling 16236.71, and declared the church debt free. The Men’s Bible Class exceeds 100 members and is converting the tower room of a recently purchased building into a first class men’s center.
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Grace Lutheran Church
Carl R. Ritter
Charles K. Over
A. A. Kelly
Mrr
J. L. Maphis
Assaulted Uncle Gets Jail Term
William Fahnestock of the county was found guilty in the county magistrate court of assaulting his uncle Daniel Fahnestock during a family quarrel with his father Scott Fahnestock present. He received ten days in jail and had testified his head was cut when knocked against a walk. Bail set at $100 for circuit court action in Frederick county.
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Wiliam Fahnestock
Justige Tavenner
Daniel Fahnestock
Fahnestock
Scott Fahnestock
Daniel
Fahnnestock
Iris
William Fashnestock
Sedeehaton Ae
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Last Cali For mas Club at Commercial & Savings Bank
The Christmas Club at Commercial and Savings Bank remains open only a few days longer. Join now for seven classes to fit any pocketbook with no fees fines or extras. Located at Commercial & Savings Bank.
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Commercial and Savings Bank
Commercial & Savings Bank
Winchester Primary Eyes April Sixth Nomination Plans
The Democratic Executive Committee of Winchester votes to hold a primary on April 6 to nominate a mayoral candidate and six council members, three from each ward. Polls open 6am to 8pm at Friendship Engine House and City Mall. Candidates must file by February 6 with petitions signed by 50 qualified voters.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Winchester
Harry Hardy
OW. Téteers Page
Forney
M. B
Murnan
John M. Steck
Imnen
Frida
City of Win- Farms
C. Harry Hardy
Sartelle Sells Farm Near Ridgeway
Announcement by J L and J W Jollité of Ridgeway real estate agents says Harry M Sartelle sold his farm of 135 acres. About 75 acres are planted in apples, with 40 bearing, portion of Secekoration noted.
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J. L
J. W. Jollité
Harry M Sartelle
For Sale Farms in Frederick and Frederick Maryland
For sale best farms in Frederick County Virginia and Maryland. Various sizes including dairy farms and orchards. If selling or buying a farm contact J U and I W Jolliffe of Winchester Virginia. Bell phones 267 or 3211.
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Frederick
Maryland
Life saved as window sash suspends child in fall
In Savannah a three year old girl, Katherine Jungstetter, narrowly escapes death when she falls from a third story window. A heavy sash falls and holds her body aloft, saving her from a fatal drop until bystanders free her. The accident occurred near the window where she played, with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Jungstetter present.
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Savannah, Ga
Katherine Jungstetter
S ix
Es Jungeretter
Sins
Werertes Pyrowght
Stockholders Meeting Called by Valley National Bank
Shenandoah Valley National Bank in Winchester Virginia calls a special stockholders meeting for February 3 at 11 oclock to consider increasing capital stock. W M Gg Starnady cashier announces the notice.
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Shenandoah
Valley National Bank
Winchester
WMGG
Starndy
Death toll from earthquake in Puebla region rises
Reports from Puebla eastern areas show massive loss of life as tremors strike Mexico. Deaths in Couzelan city and nearby villages exceed 3,000. other details include scattered personal notes and travel mentions of individuals in Brunswick and MeL.
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Associated Press
Mexico
City
Mex
Puebla
Era Cruz
Couzelan Statin
Trade Balance Against Britain in November
London reports Britain's adverse trade balance in November at 36.2 million pounds the lowest since the armistice. Exports rose about 400 06 pounds while imports fell about 10 million pounds. The American Chamber of Commerce in London cites U S strikes and shipping troubles as factors.
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London
Great Britain
Britain
American Chamber of Commerce
United States
America
Jolalipre and Jolliffe Buy $10,000 Stock
Jolliffe, of this firm, bought from A. Joffy of Hancock, Md, his entire stock of merchandise including dry goods notions shoes and men's clothing. The stock will be sold at Nos. 17 No. Main St in what is billed as one of the biggest sales for Jolaliffe and Jolaliffe.
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Jolliffe
A. Joffy
Hancock, Md
Main St
Theseo Ip Jolliffe &Jolliffe
Fire destroys county school on Jordan Springs road
Kauffman’s school house on Jordan Springs road six miles northeast of Winchester was totally destroyed by fire just before 2 pm. Loss estimated over $1,008 with $425 insurance. Superintendent Leslie D. Kliie said temporary quarters are being arranged in nearby houses for the school until rebuilding. No injuries. pupils evacuated safely with teachers keeping order as winds roared and the shingle building burned rapidly.
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Kauffman
Jordan Springs
Stephensons
Winchester
Leslie D. Kliie
Aly
Currie
McAboy
National Thrift Week events and notices
A brief public notice listing thrift week themes from January 17 to 24 1920 including Thrift Sunday Own Your Own Home Day Make a Will Day and Pay Your Bills Promptly Day. Local insurer W R Bryarly & Bro offer to explain Home Life Policies and advertise 8 room house with garage near Handley Schools and Eugene Smith at 12 Amherst St.
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Benjamin Franklin
National Life
National Life Insurance
W. R. Bryarly & Bro
General Insurance
Handley Schools
Eugene Smith
Amherst St
Farmers Notice Prices for Consolidated Pure Bran
A loud farmers notice offers price quotes on Consolidated Pure Bran in ton lots. H B Keckley advertises quick ordering for a cash business and mentions a clear running order. Also seeks a bookkeeper in own handwriting with references at XYZ care Star Winchester Va.
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sAxk
H. B. Keckley
Care Star
Winchesters Va
Clean-Up Sale at Grove Bros Dept Store
Friday and Saturday sale featuring knit goods neckwear misses and children's hose tin and granary ware and other items priced at 1 to 3 value suits and millinery offered at cost Grove Bros Dept Store announces the event with discounts across departments for quick clearance chances.
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Andhildren
Grove Bros. Dept
Unclear historical ad fragment on horse care and savings
Fragmentary ad mentions horse colic care and a finance offer from a bank or company. The readable text lists a half dollar price, a leather memorandum book, and references to savings and a nation bank. Details are incomplete, with numerous garbled phrases and mis-spellings.
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Shen Asdoan
Smith Returns to Packard Territory Role
Barry Smith returns from Pallimore to join the Packard Motor Car Company. He will focus on outside work while Harry G. Grint welcomes his involvement in advancing the company’s efforts in the territory.
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Barry Smith
Pallimore
Packard Motor Car Company
Harry G. Grint
Smith Wils
Bliss Warns of Possible European War If Poland Fails
General Bliss told the House Ways and Means Committee that a European war could occur if Poland cannot withstand the Russian Bolshevik army. He called Poland the bulwark against Bolshevism while discussing a 150 million dollar European food relief loan. Separately, War Secretary Baker urged the State Department to consider supplying surplus military goods to Poland to aid its defense against the western Bolshevik advance.
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Washington
Europe
Poland
General Bliss
House
Ways and Means
Bliss
United States
Dolsheviks
State Department
Baker
Stock Market Opens With Active Gains Across Sectors
The stock market shows strong active opening with advances in motors steels equipment and shipping led by General Motors United States Rubber Crucible Republic Steel Baldwin American Locomotives Atlantic Gulf American and others gaining 2 to 6 points. Tobacco metals American Woolen and Industrial Alcohol also rise while rails and oils waver with Middle States Oils down about 10.5 points. Columbia Graphophone lags as the weakest specialty. Call money opens at percent.
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General’ Motors
United States Rubber
Crucible
Republic Ateela
Baldwin
Atlantic Gulf
Middle States
Columbia
Prohibition Enforcement Organized Across States
Washington dispatch reports Prohibition Commissioner Cramer completing the enforcement machinery after the amendment takes effect at midnight. State and district commissioners are appointed, enforcement plans to halt export and storage of intoxicating liquors, with seized stocks and private residence storage under seizure risk. Federal cooperation emphasized amid expected violations and strict monitoring.
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Washington
Cramer
Hye
Former Winchester Resident Dor sey Walter Dies in Baltimore
Mrs. J. M. Orndorff of South Stewart Street learns of her mother Mrs. Dorsey Walter’s death at six this morning in Walbrook Baltimore Md. The funeral will be in Baltimore Friday then interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery beside her husband in Winchester briefly after. Mrs Walter, a Virginia family member miss Redeffer of Woodstock, lived in Winchester most of her life and was active in church and social causes. Survived by six daughters Mrs J M Orndorff Mrs A Earle Boozer Misses Nannie Virginia Bula Walter and two sons Walter Walter of Rome Ga and another in Maryland. Age 73.
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J. M. Orndorff
South Stewart Street
Dorsey Walter
Walbroots
Baltimore
Winchester
Walbrook
Virginia
Miss. Redeffer
Woodstock
Walter
Penny
Tor
Dorsey Wal Jfer
Mount Hebron
The
Hicty
A.earle Boozer
Colms A
Naw
Ter
Rome
Geo
Walt
Xmas Club Offers Opportunity for Savers in Shenandoah
A local Xmas Savings Club invites residents of Shenandoah to join a neglected savings plan described as a secure system. The notice emphasizes safety of funds and financial opportunity for members during the holiday season.
Woman Tells of Mexicans' Crimes
Three women recount murders and outrages in Mexico to a Senate sub committee. Mrs Wright, Mrs Willis, and Mrs Bailey describe hiding their daughter for days to shield her from marauding Mexicans as the investigation continues in San Antonio.
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Antonio
Tex
Senate
Mary Wright
Willis
Baily
Mexico
Wrigh Euta
Move to ban foreign tongues in Methodist Church proposed
Syracuse January 15 a movement seeks to make English the only language used in the Methodist Episcopal Church after this year. The quadrennial conference in Des Moines next May will vote on the rule affecting 16 conference bodies, including ten German speaking and others using Danish Swedish and Norwegian. German churches protest.
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Associated Press
Syracuse
N. Y
Methodist Episcopal Church
Des Moines
Bolsheviki Claim Important Victory In Campaign
The Bolsheviki claim a major triumph with Rostov on Don area forces recording about 40 wireless exchanges and ten thousand prisoners. They report nine tanks captured and an end of bagage, according to Mr Ke Mobly from this dispatch.
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London
the - Bolsheviki
Rostobon-on-Dan
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Liondon
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Liberty Securities
Hazel R. Dinzes
Aes Stephens
Fiu
Lutheran Church Has
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Winchester Democrats Vo
Common
Mr. Sartelle Sells
Ridgeway
Mr. Alva
Richards
Onig
Russell
Westerder
Brunswick
Mel
Stanley
EL Harmer
Cork Street
Jolalipre & Jolliffe
White Tale
People's
Drne Company
Mith Packard Company
Gen. Bliss
Stoce Market
Thomas Gray
Port Weller
Xmas Club
Ke Mobly
Marathe
Tate
Rngenburg
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