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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1923
Page
4
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Monday January 15 1923 a faction of pro bond papers argued Senator Byrd attacked Highway Commissioner Shirley while praising road builder aims. The piece stresses the need for businesslike administration of Virginia’s highway funds and criticizes Cole mans tenure and bond plans as political maneuvering. It calls for responsible oversight and notes Shirley’s appointment in 1922 has yet to prove effectiveness.
In Winchester at the academy gymnasium S. V. A. defeated Shepherd Academy 25 to 7 in the first half and 15 to 7 in the second half as Yates Macauley and Walper starred. The cadets have won four straight games and face twelve more on schedule. Referee Major Pope and umpire Legg officiated.
Discussion cites political activity and alleged manipulation by former head Mr. Coleman as cause for reform. Mr. Shirley supports non interference in political and legislative matters and urges subordinates to follow this principle.
A humorous verse condemns constant door to door money requests from unscrupulous sellers seeking funds for dubious ventures. The speaker laments drivesmiths who pressure homeowners for coin and warns against exploiting wartime fatigue to solicit funds or valuables.
Mrs Eunice Seeds Pope wife of Olin Pope formerly of this county died January 6 at her parents home in Covington Kentucky after contracting influenza then pneumonia She had been married about nine weeks and died four days after arriving for the New Year visit to Covington. Mr and Mrs Pope were living in Dayton Ohio and had gone to Covington to spend the holiday with her parents. The death caused sorrow among their friends and neighbors.
The Charlottesville Virginia event features a state corn and grain show and annual convention of the crop improvement association. Mayor Morris invites the association to extend its meetings with a focus on soybeans cowpeas and disease resistant corn. Junior department entries funded by the State Bankers Association highlight 4-H clubs and Smith Hughes schools. Liberal prizes and advertising value are promised to attract many exhibits.
State Senator C. C. Hyatt a Republican from Richlands says he supports the proposed 12 million dollar road bond issue and will vote for it if it reaches a floor vote in the Senate when the General Assembly reconvenes February 28. The measure splits Virginia politics with other leaders expressing similar stances and the issue drawing heated debate.
Jno Stine returns to Roanoke business and visits with Mrs E L Stine in Albin. R L Chaplin, homebound due to rheumatism, is reported ill in Martinsburg with Mrs C F Crim as a visitor. R L Lewis remains critically ill with paralysis at his home. Cora Cochran is seen calling on friends in the village. Purcell mentioned.
The item list shows United States Army surplus goods including cotton wool moleskin corduroy pants and riding breeches shirts unionalls wo ol coats blankets five pound army blankets work shoes overshoes arctics and notions. It reflects a broad selection aimed at military style and practical wear.
Public auction of a property owned by F A Vogelsang trading as The Modern Laundry at 209 North Kent Street Winchester Virginia to be held Saturday January 30 1923 starting 11 o clock. Items include electric washing machines mangle water softening machine dryer electric fan electric irons pressing machine steam boiler Ford automobile soap tools laundry supplies and other articles too numerous to itemize.
Mrs. Mary Cary Taylor Esser, wife of George Hyndman Esser, died January 2 at her Norton Virginia home. She is survived by her husband, a son George H. Esser Jr., and sister Miss Martha Randolph Taylor. An aunt in Coronado California supplied the notice. John Hottel of Denver visiting brother Nathan B. Hottel on South Braddock Street.
At the residence of Rev. W. H. Sampsell on National avenue on the 14 inst Harry Arnold of Albin and Elizabeth Malone of Clearbrook were united in matrimony. They have their friends best wishes.
Mr and Mrs Charles Henry Grim announce the birth of a twelve pound boy at their new home No 122 West Ger main street The baby has been named Charles Henry Grim Jr Mrs Grim was formerly Miss Ola Boyd Both mother and baby are doing well
At the Frederick County Fruit Growers and Farmers Association meeting County Agent J R DuShane announced horticultural extensionist G S Ralston will visit Frederick county January 12 15 and 16 with pruning demonstrations moved to January 18 19 and 20 due to bad weather A full demonstration program will be announced later in The Star.
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