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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1922
Page
1
A department adopts a resolution by a house vote, details unclear in the fragment. The action signals formal approval or directive issued through legislative procedure. Further context from the source would specify the department, date, and scope of the resolution.
In Richmond Virginia the House passed a joint resolution by 67 to 2 to form a seven member committee to probe the State Highway Department. Delegates urged answers on work contracts and agreements while a separate bill would empower searches of suspicious automobiles without warrants. A proposed merger of the Labor and Industrial Commission could save money and a plan to move UVA medical school to Richmond was discussed. Governor elect Trinkle left Richmond for Wytheville with temporary appointees named and talks continued on road funding and prison reforms.
George La Van Bailey, ordered by Winchester Corporation Court to pay $60 monthly alimony, was taken into custody by Sheriff Pannett on a capial. He posted $500 bail via C. H. Boxwell to secure appearance before the court. The divorce suit cites desertion. Bailey has paid part of alimony but owes over $300.
Notice to subscribers announces a special January offer that expires this month. Pay before the deadline to receive the discount offered by The Evening Star.
Hon Andrew Jackson Montague former Virginia governor arrives at 6 pm and will give an 8 30 pm lecture on General Robert E Lee at Christ Episcopal Church. A memorial service features Lee hymns with a Handley free lecture inviting all.
For Saturday patrons the program features Pearl White in With Our Fear and Charlie Chaplin in The Champion. The two reel favorites promise a strong showing with other subjects, making it a must see at the auditorium.
Five Kanaka dancers from Hawaii Empire tonight will headline the Empire Theatre in Cincinnati for the last three days of the week. The act comes direct from the Keith Circuit and The Lyric with nightly program changes and shifting picture show.
The Shenandoah Valley Academy student corps held a lively dance in the gym with the Atta Boy orchestra providing music in clown costumes. The event is part of a series of holiday dances that have become charming social occasions each season.
Civil engineer A Spotswood Dandridge of Winchester Virginia urges preservation of the current cold limestone spring water. He argues against softening water, cautions against relying on a single reservoir, and calls for additional storage while preserving natural supply.
Coal reduced price offered by G. O. Snapp for screen lump coal carried on track. Phone 414 J to place orders now.
John Vallini a fruit dealer died after being shot last night while visiting Margaret Hastings a cabaret performer in a rooming house. Hastings a witness from Atlantic City is held. Warrants issued for Frank Doris in connection with the case. Hastings said she had never seen the shooter before.
A concise call urging action to protect and nourish those in need. The remark emphasizes timely intervention to ensure welfare and sustenance.
The Star reports on the Van Steenbergh method using crude oil to produce combined carburretted hydrogen in a multi stage process with high heat and electricity. The company plans Winchester as a demonstration plant to show superiority and cheaper gas, urging readers to pledge to buy the new gas.
Braddock Street M E Church South invites the public to attend Sunday at 11 o clock for a sermon by Bishop A V W Darlington a noted Southern Methodist orator. The notice highlights the public invitation and event timing.
Word reached Winchester of the death of J Clifton Wheat a longtime druggist in the city and a former Bell telephone traveling auditor. He had made Atlanta his home in recent years and his passing was noted in the Southern Churchman published in Richmond. He was the son of the late Rev J C Wheat Sr who ran the Episcopal Female Institute here.
Special price is offered for guaranteed singers with a last shipment of the season just received at Beals Music Store. Limited stock available for customers seeking musical instruments and accessories.
The revival ends tonight after strong attendance and a message by Rev. Morgan on sin and desolation. A mothers service yielded one conversion and the church welcomes support for the final 7 30 closing service and free will offering.
A report details Anna Hedder being accused by her father of stealing finery from a local store. The case is cited amid discussions on why girls leave home. The item is part of a broader feature previewing upcoming topics.
F Massey and L V Jolliffe returned from Washington after attending a preliminary meeting of the radio convention to be held there next month. Brunswick Phonographs and Records notes reduced 10 inch Black Label records with new price by Jac P Neidemeyer Co.
In a morning police session Mayor Glass probes a Virginia Code question about female dress. The discussion centers on whether garments like bloomers or skirts count as male attire and how current laws apply to women’s clothing. The mayor notes uncertainty and hopes a clearer ruling will emerge from court.
Bishop Darlington of West Virginia will preach at Braddock Street Methodist Church South during the 11 o'clock service. He plans to attend a general meeting in Winchester and attend a district parsonage event. A dinner at 6 will welcome visiting clergymen followed by a church work discussion. He is slated to preside over the final conference in Washington.
Connie Talmadge headlines a vaudeville program featuring singing dancing and playing. The act promises top Hawaiian entertainment with nightly performances and matinees. Adult admission ranges 28 to 55 cents with guaranteed seating.
A terse notice announces a meeting at the second floor of the American headquarters by order of Robert T. Barton and Peyton J. Marshall. The date is indicated as Thursday with no year given.
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