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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1919
Page
1
The Michigan contest to seat a United States senator replaces Truman H. Newberry. The committee decided to open proceedings to the public. Key issue is whether the contest will be settled by the current Democratic session or the sixty sixth Congress, which would be Republican.
In Washington on January 17 Senator Borah Republican of Idaho argued in the Senate for open publicity at the peace conference. He defended President Wilsons stand for open peace covenants as opposed to secret diplomacy.
France Republican of Maryland testified to the agriculture committee as part of investigations into the food administration and its relations with the packers. Dr A T Adkins, a federal trade investigator, was referenced in the questioning during the inquiry.
Premier Clemenceau told the Chamber of Deputies that greater publicity for peace delegates had not been provided. He warned many delicate problems will arise and urged against pledging support to either side.
Public records show multiple land transfers in Gainesboro District with prices ranging from 125 to 9 000 dollars. Notable deeds include A H Hovermate and others selling 362 acres for 9 000 dollars to Rudy W Sawyer and Willket Hovermate, and Warren Rice Trustee selling 95 acres for 1 005 dollars to M L Perwon and Lat Pewcember.
The report states Chancellor Ebert and Count Brockdorff-Rantzau may resign if Germany cannot secure a fair peace as outlined in the Fourteen Points. Ebert insists he will not shoulder the responsibility of signing a peace he calls a peace of might.
Washington January 17 The Prohibition League of America announced plans to push for a worldwide dry policy. Edwin C. Binwoobie legislative representative said the group will pursue the goal after the dry forces achieved the latest legislative milestone.
Notice states no meeting tonight as many boys plan to attend the Empire 4 the University of Virginie show. The message notes a change in plans and directs attention to the upcoming event.
Mr L Marehel entertained at a box party to view On, Boy at the Empire Theatre followed by supper and a dance on Washington Street. Guests included Mr and Mrs Kirley Oder Major and Mrs B M Rosmel Migs Featoes Page Mr R Gray Willing Mrs A Cate son Mr J BB r Mine W Hi Bauer Mr Harry Kel Mire Wi Neb Speier Lieut Arthur Field Mrs Finn oe Heater McGuire Miss Agnes Smith Lieut Earle Lew
The obituary notes Boxwell Berryv Va with ties to Miss Shackleford and the Shackleford family. It mentions Boxwell’s former status with the Shackleford name, her Washington years, and a husband who died years earlier, leaving surviving relatives including a brother and a nephew.
The two years old twin child of Mr and Mrs Price died after an influenza attack at their home. The survivor includes one brother Luther who is ill with influenza and three sisters Anna Madeline and a third child. The body will be moved to the former Price home for burial around ten o clock tomorrow.
Report from a parliamentary session notes members divided over peace terms with Russie and Italian territorial questions. M Renay proclaims governments must not be coerced by the people as discussions continue amid tense remarks about alliances and stability.
Notice lists preaching schedule at Stephenson Sunday 11 a m Brucetown 3 p m and protracted meeting to begin 7 30 p m led by C D Lambert. Also mentions shipment details of potatoes with prices and deliveries.
A military transport truck overturned after a bridge curve near Tumbling Run Bridge. The Liberty truck carrying cooking gear and service personnel plunged into the water following a sharp bend, injuring several soldiers and prompting scene cleanup by 70 officials from the Tenth Motion Supply Train en route from Newport News to Camp Holabird.
An elderly Civil War veteran, aged ninety two, maintains a simple lifestyle with three meals daily and ample rest. He served in the Confederate army and received a cherished memorial from the Daughters of the Confederacy.
Frederick county trust reports the sale of the Kern farm located along the Valley turnpike south of Winchester. The 66 acre orchard and eight year old trees, with a house and farm buildings, sit on limestone soil noted for productivity. The deal is said to total about 30000 dollars.
February record shipment arrives at Shal's Music Store featuring Till We Meet Again on Columbia with other new titles. Local shoppers anticipate classic and contemporary selections across genres.
The will of the late Robert D. Miller of Frederick county was admitted to probate. He left the estate to his wife Maggie for life with remainder to his children Perry D Mary L John W Ada Adele Robert D Jr and Bre W. O. Lautrell. Maggie Miller qualified as administratrix with a $1200 bond. A brown bull pup with leather collar is missing. reward offered at 716 3 Washington Street.
Meeting of Second Troop of Boy Scouts at 8:30 promptly. Scoutmaster Joliet will have something of interest for members. Troop 2. Cot. Renee, Beeston, from Gta.
Final rites for Mrs Mare widow of Frank March were held yesterday afternoon at Centepaty Reformed Church where she had been a faithful member for years. She loved her home and church and left many relatives and friends who mourn her loss. tributes from brothers Arthur Barker James Beabright and sisters Mrs Robert Martin Sr Dire Olen O Rorke and Mrs Martin of Winchester. Her children and friends expressed gratitude for kindness shown during bereavement.
A fragmentary notice touts a show backed by past performances, claiming strong appeal for the beauty chorus of the Polies. It mentions tickets priced at 5s and 10d with notable names attached as organizers.
The testatrix left her estate to her husband Robert M. Canbaugh in fee simple and named him an executor. W. A. Frew and Elisabeth Q. Frew witnessed the will. Canbaugh qualified as executor by giving a $2000 bond on March 16 1909.
London reports that Premier of Russia at Barcelona stated information was received there from Madrid via telegram.
Announcement notes prenebbing in the Reformed Church on Sunday January 19 with morning and evening services at the usual hours. Evening service described as a general sense at 9 a. m. age.
Berlin notes say a state secretary reported to officials about a large indemnity sum. The report cites 7.5 billion and 6.0 billion dollar figures tied to damages in Germany, presumably involving Belgium and related to wartime settlements.
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