Tremendous Drive Aimed at Chevrolet Car Sales
J H Klingler Chevrolet general manager outlined a plan to sell more than a million units in 1928 at a Washington meeting attended by nearly eight hundred Chevrolet dealers and officials. The event featured a sales presentation and plays showing retail operation steps with a Mayflower Hotel reception afterward.
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Chevrolet Motor Company
Fanning
Washington
Chevrolet
H. J. Klingler
Chevrolet Motor
Hockman i
Klingler
Chevro- Motor Company
Iquot
Mayflower Hotel
Shares of Stock Voted Illegally in Hagerstown Contest
A petition seeks an injunction to stop newly elected officials of the Hagerstown Fair Association from taking office. Old officers allege that shares owned by Lancelot Jacques senior were cast improperly, with Jacques’ shares reassigned to others to exceed the five-vote limit per stockholder under by laws.
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Hagerstown
Hagerstown Fair Association
Lancelot Jacques
Jacques
Reverend J W Fields Accepts Charles Town Parish Call
The Rev J W Fields of Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania has notified Zion Episcopal Church Charles Town West Virginia of his acceptance to be rector succeeding Rev Conrad H Goodwin who has a call to Helena Arkansas. He did not say when he can begin.
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J. W. Fields
Wilkes- Barre
Zion Episcopal Church
Charles Town
W. Va
Conrad H. Goodwin
Helena, Ark
Fields
Widow Will Enjoy Estate For Life Then To Children
The will of John Carter Hale of Stephens City was admitted to probate in Frederick County. It leaves the estate to his wife Varina Davis Hale for life, then the home farm is to be sold and proceeds split equally among four daughters Mattie Belle Lola Burwell Turessa Whissen and Mary Esther Clemmons. Mary Esther’s share to be held in trust by Farmers and Merchants National Bank of Winchester with income to her. Executrix Mrs Hale qualified with bond of 7000. Wits included T Kinzel H M Sartelle and J C Diffendal.
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John Carter Hale
Stephens City
Frederick County
Varina Davis Hale
Farmers and Merchants National Bank of Winchester
Weather Woes Hit Shenandoah Winter Wheat
The Shenandoah Valley faces anxious wheat farmers as mild days and freezing nights damage the crop. Roots turn white and weak due to insufficient snow cover allowing freeze thaw damage. After a poor 1927, farmers hope spring prices rise and hold crops for better returns.
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Shenandoah Valley
Cro
Williams Will Leaves Entire Estate to Wife in Fee
The will of Wheeler T. Williams probated in Frederick County names Mrs. Orthney Williams as executrix after leaving the entire estate in fee simple to her. Bond posted for 3400 dollars. Will dated June 16 1927 witnessed by Miss Sadie Wamrick and Fred A. Crisman.
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Wheeler T. Williams
Legacy in Will From James W Miller Will Divides Estates
James W Miller prominent Augusta county farmer and churchman died after leaving Mt. Carmel Church. His will leaves Iris widow nephew and great nephew portions of farm property and directs sale of other assets. Residue funds go to Davis and Elkins College and Union Theological Seminary and the Lynchburg Presbyterian Orphanage for education and training. Panama Canal opened August 15 1914 with the steamship Ancon completing the first passage in nine hours.
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James W. Miller
Augusta County
Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church
Iris
Davis and Elkins College
Elkins
W. Va
Union Theological Seminary
Richmond
Lynchburg
Panama Canal
Ancon
Panama
Air wolf hunting gains traction in Langdon area
Langdon North Dakota January 12 wolves hunted from planes emerge as a new sport. Dr R J Rutten spotted a wolf from an airplane and bagged it after twelve shots. Other hunters are trying the method in the region.
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Associated Press
Langdon
N. D
R. J. Rutten
Funeral for George Danridge at Leetown Church
George Danridge colored died Sunday evening at an advanced age at his Leetown home. Funeral held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at Leetown Church with Rev. Levi Chase officiating. Burial in Orrick Cemetery Winchester. he was the last surviving family member after his wife and child had died earlier.
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George Danridge Colored
Leetown
Levi Chase
Orrick
Winchester
Vintage Car Ledger of 1920s Prices and Models
A dated catalog-like list records year, price, and model details for numerous prewar vehicles. Entries include Cadillac Touring, Dodge, Buick, Nash, Durant, Overland, Willys Knight, Chandler, Essex Coach, REO, Ford, Studebaker, and others with prices ranging from a few dollars to several thousand, reflecting market variety.
Market Report Shows Varied Wholesale Prices
Local wholesale and retail markets list prices for grains, feed, hay, and poultry. Notable figures include cracked corn around 46.00 per ton, mixed feed near 44.00, baled hay 16.00 to 20.00, and country butter about 50 cents per pound, with other dairy and animal goods itemized.
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Iain el
Sveensee
Maree
Terese Sacha
Bates
LEMOG
Gap
Ccsceusanses al Creamery Butler
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North Main St
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James Miller
White House Coffee
Air
H.W. Ebert
Market Report
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Whippet
C. E. Organ
Rouss Garage
BraDdock Street
Baltimore Wholesale
Aig Asaiace
Biggs
Elena
Selena
Hisawenyeras
Dts
Erseneera Wsis
London
Burton
Margaret Burton
Kansas City
Mdi Bal
Marri
Massachusetts
Rbdneselters
Deggey Low
RAMSEY. FURNITURE_CO
W. Water St
Nash
Hudson
Shenandoah
Handley School
Nash Dealer
J. W. Arthur
General Insurance
Rouss Ave
Margaret Mena
BE. M. Funk
B. C. McCunk
J. C. Haun
The
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Hudson and Essex
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the Radio Shop
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C. I. Brumback
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