Jones Woolen Company receivers cut costs as bankruptcy looms
The stockholders protective committee disclosed its efforts to save assets for creditors failed as tax repayments to trustee in bankruptcy, John M. Steck, will fund creditors. Receivers managed July to October 1929 cutting waste, lowering wool costs from 1.08 to 0.88 per pound and reorganizing operations amid debt, with Virginia and New York interests involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur G. Jones Woolen Company
Charles P. McVicar
L. Elwood Smith
H. C. Sheetz
W. L. Irwin
Harrison
Arthur G. Jones
Max Krol
United States Collector of Internal Revenue
John M. Steck
Steck
Jones Woolen Company
Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mills Corporation
Internal Revenue
Jones Company
Jones
New York
C. P. McVicar
Messrs. Harrison and Harrison
Federal Court
W. C. Armstrong
Front Royal
B. P. Harrison
McCormac
No Arrests as 1930 Tags Voided in Winchester Police Action
Winchester police report no arrests for missing 1931 license plates by noon today though many motorists lacked tags. Chief Hollis notes most noncompliant cars remained in garages. one motorist stopped for no plate, released after presenting Illinois proof. For-hire vehicles may use 1930 plates until February 1 due to insurance Bond issues and DMV policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Police Department
C. W. Hollis
Donald L. Weems
Illinois
Bowers
Bayliss
State of Illinois Motor Vehicle Department
WME
Virginia
Associated Press
Richmond
T. McCall Frazier
Division of Motor Vehicles
Frazier
State Corporation Commission
Sleepless Driver Set To Unlock Graham Six Tomorrow Night
Sleepless driver Sleepless Stangle will unlock his Graham Six at 8 PM tomorrow after continuing a record endurance run since Monday. Having logged 100 hours and 1,322 miles, he praises the smooth motor balance with seven main bearing crankshafts and reports no vibration. He has endurance-tested in Baltimore and Norfolk and even drove a Chevrolet roadster backward from New York to Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stangle
Baltimore
Norfolk
New York City
Los Angeles
California
Bread Ad Praises Fresh Daily Bakes and Guarded Recipes
Local bakery touts bread baked daily in its own ovens using exclusive recipes. Claims of zealous guarding of the methods imply unique flavor and quality.
Southern Tea Room Adverts Quick Service
An old advertisement promotes the Southern Tea Room opposite the Post Office with quick service and reasonable pricing. The note emphasizes excelled cooking and accessible dining for local patrons.
Salvation Army Increases Winter Aid Needs In Local Area
The War Cry reports Major Mars notes rising demand for Salvation Army assistance this winter. Many applicants are unemployed or financially strained, including strangers stranded with no money or work prospects. Local fundraising supports only local relief efforts by the Winchester and Frederick County unit. Checks may be mailed to Major James Mars, the local officer in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Cry
Salvation Army
Major Mars
Charley Rouss Fire Company
Mars
Winchester
Frederick County
James Mars
Woman Fractures Hip In Fall From Truck
Mrs. Ollie Lewis of Cedar Grove was badly injured on the D. A. Smith farm near Appleton when a hog loading scene toppled a truck during butchering. She was taken to the local hospital by ambulance and treated by Dr. Pifer. Recovery is expected to take months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollie Lewis
Cedar Grove
D. A. Smith
Pifer
Lewis
Smith Farm
Preacher McFaden to Lead Tonight's Prayer Service
The Rev. Dr. F. T. McFaden of Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church will preach at 7 45 this evening in Centenary Reformed Church. The service is part of the week of prayer led by Rev. Dr. S. L. Flickinger and city clergy. Last night’s gathering occurred at Christ Episcopal Church with Dr. Flickinger as preacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. T. McFaden
Loudoun Street
Presbyterian Church
Centenary Reformed Church
S. L. Flickinger
Christ Episcopal Church
Flickinger
Robert B. Nelson
Power Interests Acquire County Electric Line
A deed records Apple Pie Ridge Electric Company selling its electric line and equipment to Northern Virginia Power Company. The line runs from the North Frederick pike and Apple Ridge road intersection to White Hall about seven miles away. Price paid was $5,441. Mr P E Lineberg of Stephens City was in town on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apple Pie Ridge Electric Company
Northern Virginia Power Company
North Frederick Pike
Apple Ridge Road
White Hall
Nye Committee Extends Probe with Funds Vote
The Senate approved another 50000 for Nye committee campaign fund expenses to continue probes. Witnesses testified for Senator James J. Davis as Nye planned a hearing, while the audit committee discussed extending the inquiry into campaign activities and potential investigations of Bishop James Cannon Jr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Nye Campaign Funds Investigating Committee
Nye
Davis
Pennsylvania
James J. Davis
Senate Campaign Funds Committee
Senate Audit Committee
MO Sis
James Cannon, Jr
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Glass
Virginian
Campain
Bayliss Barn Destroyed By Night Fire In County
A barn on Ellis E. Bayliss farm near Lew in Back Creek Valley burned last night around eight. The 40 by 60 foot structure and contents including farm products and machinery were destroyed. Bayliss, a Gainesboro merchant, carried 1500 in Lupton Agency insurance in Winchester with 1000 on the barn and 500 on farm products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis E. Bayliss
Lew
Back Creek Valley
Bayliss
Gainesboro
Lupton Agency
Winchester
Major Benjamin Rittenhouse dies in Leesburg home
Major Benjamin Franklin Rittenhouse, tied to a prominent Philadelphia lineage and linked by marriage to Winchester families, died unexpectedly at his Leesburg Virginia home after a brief heart illness. He was 58, a Marine Corps officer with overseas service in the Philippines China Haiti and France, and the funeral is set for St James Episcopal Church in Leesburg with burial in the local cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin Rittenhouse
Philadelphia
Winchester
Leesburg
United States Marine Corps
Rittenhouse
Miss Hendrickson
Philip
St. James Episcopal Church
Ri Pnhouse
Marine Corps
Maiox
Ae Army
Philippines
China
Haiti
France
Civic League Milk Fund Seeks Donations to Help Children
The Civic League Milk Fund appeals as funds run low for daily milk and crackers for 275 children, many needing lunch. Donations go directly to milk costs. supporters urged to attend a card party next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civic League
Winchester
Severe Cold In North Manchuria Hurls Deaths And Explosions
Severe cold in Siberia Mongolia and northern Manchuria records the coldest in 30 years with seven deaths reported. Two gasoline explosions at Winchester Dry Cleaning Works on South Braddock street caused about 1000 in damage, wrecking a Glover washer, smashing glass and doors, while workers resumed operations within hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Manchuria
Associated Press
Harbin
Siberia
Mongolia
Manchuria
Manchul
Winchester Dry Cleaning Works
South Braddock Street
Glover
James H. Myers
Baskets Prove Not Popular In British Market
Virginia apple growers told to abandon baskets for British sales and stick to the barrel container. A Liverpool agent notes baskets are lighter per load, cost more in freight and handling, and fetch no retail price advantage in England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
England
Major S. Porter House
G. R. Cooper
Oregon
Washington
Representatives of Professions Speak At Rotary Meeting
Rotary club heard Dr. Sue Stuart on hospitals as assets or liabilities to a community. Dr. Walter Myers spoke on dental developments and Dr. B B Dutton on medical profession progress. New members Rev E Asbury Lambert and Oscar Lauderback were welcomed. Visitors included Rev Francis A Brown and Hillidge, Dr T J Jackson, and Heenae C Lyman. Next Thursday R Gray Williams will discuss the life of Gen Robert E Lee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clubey
Sue Stuart
Walter Myers
B. B. Dutton
E. Asbury Lambert
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Oscar Lauderback
Winchester Fruit and Vegetable Market
Arnold
Rotary
Francis A. Brown
Woodstock
Cr Hillidge
Front Royal
T. J. Jackson
Chicago
Heenae C Lyman
Winchester
R. Gray Williams
Club
Robert E. Lee
Resolutions On Untimely Death Of Robert Shade
Whitacre Camp No 12700 Modern Woodmen of America of Whitacre this county passes resolutions on the death of Robert Shade a member killed when run over by a truck he was driving The camp mourns a highly esteemed neighbor and extends sympathy to his bereaved daughters and to publish a copy in the Winchester Evening Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitacre Camp
Modern
Woodmen of America
Whitacre
Robert Shade
Modern Woodmen of America
Whitacre Camp No
Winchester Evening Star
Chicken Dinner at Clearbrook Lunchroom
Sunday lunchroom event in Clearbrook offering chicken dinner from 2 to 8 pm priced at 50 cents. Proceeds support community programs and local activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clearbrook
Dried Apple Pomace Offered by Shenandoah Valley Vinegar
Shenandoah Valley Vinegar Corp advertises dried apple pomace for home use at 15 dollars per ton. Contact Sean for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenandoah Valley Vinegar Corp
Sean Eee
Condemnation for Virginia National Park Upheld
The Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled the 1928 act authorizing condemnation of private land for a national park valid, affirming the Warren County circuit court. The decision allows the Conservation and Development Commission to acquire title to Thomas Rudacille land, with a fair valuation emphasis and potential for deeding to the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Richmond
Senate of Virginia
Supreme Court of Appeals
Circuit Court
Warren County
State Conservation and Development Commission
Thomas Jackson Rudacille
Williams
Winchester
Rudacille
General Assembly
Twenty Shares Shenandoah Valley National Bank Stock for Sale
Auctioneers Dunn and Duvall will offer twenty shares of Shenandoah Valley National Bank stock for sale Saturday January 17 1931 at eleven A M in front of the County Court House Winchester. The stock has paid sixteen percent dividends on its $20 par value in the past year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Shenandoah Valley National Bank of
Dunn & Duvall
Sale of Bank Stock in Winchester Bank Shares
The undersigned will sell at 12:00 M. Saturday, Jan. 17, 1931, in front of County Court House 55 shares of the stock of the Union Bank of Winchester. Terms: Cash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Court House
Union Bank of Winchester
Dunn & Duvall
Will Sell on Saturday Bank Stock Sale Bid
A small block sale of bank stock for farmers and merchants is announced with a Saturday date. The listing notes one dozen shares available and invites potential buyers to register at the auction location.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Protective Committee
U. S
Woolen Corporation
Southern Tea Room
Dr. McFaden
Power Interests
County ‘Electric Line
P. E. Lineberg
Stephens City
Session
Mal Rittenhouse
Civic League Milk Fund
Phil Gold
the Evening Star
State Supreme Court of Appeals
Warren
Sa Aeence
North Carolina
Smoky Mountain Natal Park
Garland Smith
Prohibition
Mecklenburg County
Smith
Circuit Court of
A. R. Drummond
Northumberland County
Equity
King and Queen County
State Literary
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
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