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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1930

Page

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Burglars target Boyce State Bank vault entry failed

Early today in Boyce burglars forced entry through the front door of Boyce State Bank and cut a six inch hole in the vault door. They could not open the vault or inner doors and fled after cutting two bolts loose with a wire, leaving $1,000 in total losses. Individual residents reported hearing nothing. Bank officials contacted Berryville banks for funds, and the bank operated normally.

Boyce State Bank Boyce Atrance Margaret Kibler Kibler Fauquier National Bank Plains Fredericksburg Kenn N. Gilpin C. VanDevanter Berryville

Winchester Park Association Meeting At City Hall

The Winchester Park Association will hold a meeting in the City Hall Council chamber Wednesday at 8 PM. New officers and directors will be elected and members plus supporters are urged to attend. The session will outline the year’s planned activities.

Winchester Park Association

Hardie Sprayers and Electric Meat Equipment Ad

635 pound new meat refrigerator easily made electric also electric meat grinder in A-1 condition priced right T L Johnson Boyce Virginia January 18 1921 notice line 1 product ad summary line 2 local seller contact details and date

T. L. Johnson Boyce

Ministers Praise Red Cross Work In Winchester

A committee of the Winchester Ministerial Association found the local Red Cross chapter efficient and active. The group observed the office of Martha E. Stowers and noted about $20,000 yearly for ex service men and families from federal sources as a key focus of the local relief efforts. The report, read at the January 20 meeting at Handley Library, was approved by ministers present.

The Star Today Winchester Ministerial Association American Red Cross Red Cross Society Ministerial Association Red Cross Ciety Handley Library George W. Stover W. L. Dudley 5. L. Pinay Aerate Eat Clark P. R. Diehl R. L. Williamson Norris A. Lineweaver C.onee Walker McC Red Cross Martha E. Stowers Lillian Perry United States

Stricken In Night Mrs White Dies At Home Here

Mrs. Maggie M. White wife of Joseph W. White died last night at ten from heart trouble at No 12 West Gerrard Street after a hearty supper and waking with severe pains. Born March 6 1872 in New Market Shenandoah County VA she was in her 59th year. Survived by husband two sons William M. White and Richard C. White a daughter Miss Goldie White three brothers Charles M. Cline William M. Cline and Clarence E. Cline Funeral from Church of Christ West Cork Street Thursday at 2 pm conducted by Reverends W L Dudley and J D Hamaker burial Mount Hebron Cemetery.

Maggie M. White Joseph W. White West Gerrard Street White Samuel and Katherine Long Cline New Market Shenandoah County Winchester William M. White Richard C. White Goldie White Charles M. Cline Hagerstown William M. Cline Rochester Clarence E. Cline Denora Church of Christ West Cork Street W. Ll. Dudley Hamaker Strasburg Mount Hebron Cemetery

Funeral Leave After Sudden Death in Elizabeth City

Mrs. Emma Miller and her niece Mrs. Ann Cunningham left Winchester for Elizabeth City North Carolina after the death of Mrs. Jarvis in church Sunday night. Mrs. Jarvis was sister to the late D. M. Miller. Funeral services are set for Wednesday with burial in Elizabeth City.

Emma Miller Ann Cunningham Norfolk Winchester Elizabeth City N. C Jarvis D. M. Miller

Barrie Play Presented by Capable Cast at School Auditorium

The Star reports Sir James Barrie’s What Every Woman Knows will be presented tomorrow night at the School Auditorium under Allied Arts Extension. The cast, coached by Alexander Dean of Yale, features Nell Burt, Earl McDonald, Joyce Arling, and Joseph Eggerton, with Hood College patrons and Frederick Civic Club backing a five-event program. Tickets available at Handley Library with special rates for students.

Star James Barrie Allied Arts Extension Frederick Hood College Brodbeck Hall Broadway Players Swarthmore National Community Foundation Frederick Chapster Frederick Civic Club Frederick Persons Alexander Dean Yale University Nell Burt Maggie Manon Frohman Earl McDonald John Shand George Arliss Claire Adams Joyce Arling Richard Bennett Jarnegan Joseph Eggenton Alick Wylie Roberta Arnold Morosco Theatre Los Angeles Carolina Playmakers Sir ‘James ~ Barrie Handley Library

Have Your Car Washed Any Night at Ebert's Garage

An old advertisement promises greased and washed cars at Ebert's Garage with expert work and a guarantee. Message reads as a late night motor service offer encouraging drivers to stop by for maintenance and cleaning.

Ebert's

Upperville man injured in Millwood crash

Bruce Dusenberg about 45 of Upperville was injured when his Chrysler roadster skidded near Alger’s Mill and overturned down an embankment. His companion George Grimes was unhurt. Dusenberg, a Blue Ridge Farms employee, had a broken leg and arm and was taken to Alger’s Mill and then Winchester Hospital for treatment. Colonel Samuel Ross and Admiral Cary Grayson were notified and Grayson planned to visit.

Bruce Dusenberg Upperville Millwood Blue Ridge Farms Cary T. Grayson Samuel Ross Dusenberg Grimes Alger’e Mill Charles O. Dearmont White Post P. W. Boyd Ross Admiral Grayson Winchester

Lovett Graduates to Specialize in Foot Treatments

Harry Lovett, after three months in New York City attending the American Practice School, has graduated and will work at Lovett Brothers' Winchester Staunton and Harrisonburg stores. He will treat foot troubles for customers, marking an advancement in the service offered by these stores.

Harry Lovett New York City Winchester Lovett Lovett Brothers Staunton Harrisonburg

Five Men Sentenced in Corporation Court

Following grand jury action in the Corporation Court, five men received prison terms for thefts and related crimes. Gustave Gamoar got four years for auto thefts, with three more for separate car thefts. John H. Tillis received three years for Ebert auto theft. Fletcher and Lillis faced pending sentences after a hold on their cases. Joseph M. Carpenter drew two years for forgery involving 16 checks. Lisby Harman got one year for auto theft. Toward Brewer, six months with three suspended for check forgery, three months to be served with one year probation. Spring nears as the town awaits.

Corporation Court Fi Gaymoer John Ebert Peyton J. Marshall Ebert Marshall John H. Tillis Fletcher Lillis Guy E. Colfelt Williams James T. Reardon Romney W. Va Joseph M. Carpenter Lisby Harman David Miller Brewer Roy Loy

Cephas F Grove Dies at Home in Winchester

Cephas F Grove died at his home 424 North Braddock street after a brief illness. He was a longtime merchant in Winchester and aided area railroad workers by cashing checks without charge. He was a deacon and treasurer in the United Brethren Church for 27 years. He leaves a son Newton B Grove and a daughter Agnes Printz, with funeral set for Thursday at 3 PM at Mount Hebron Cemetery.

Cephas F. Grove North Braddock Street Mr. Grove Durie Newn B. Grove Agnes Prints Wilkinsburg 8. M. Davis Old Cumberland Valley Railroad Pennsylvania Railroad Winchester Harrisburg United Brethren Church George W. Stover Grove High View W. Va Josephine McCauley Highview Cephne Nancy Spaid Grove Mr. Harper Boscawen and Braddock Streets Newton B. Grove Agnes Printz I. M. Grove Martinsville Mount Hebron Cemetery

Assembly Moves On Road Bill Amid Policy Debates

Richmond reports serious session work as the General Assembly weighs 50 plus measures with road bills advancing. The Brewer road bill and two others aim to expand the state highway system and fund costs. Governor Pollard may reappoint George W. Koiner as Agriculture head, marking continuity in a 40 year tenure.

Associated Press Richmond General Assembly State Board of Barber Examiners Senate Committee On General Laws Senate BE. B. Jones Il Brewer House Roads Committee House Jeffreys Montague N. B. Early Michie Company Charlottesville Senate Courts of Justice Commission of Tidewater Gov Pollard Koiner C. H. Morrisett Leon M. Bazile George W. Koiner Agriculture Department

L. L. Hockman & Son Dairy Feed Ad

Americorn and Badger dairy feed for best results from L L Hockman and Son at 450 North Market Street. Phone 897. Published December 20 in the Tuesday and Friday classified section.

Americorn and Badger L. L. Hockman & Son N. Market St

Britain and World Leaders Open Naval Arms Conference

Ramsay MacDonald and King George spoke at the opening session of the long awaited naval arms reduction conference. Delegates from Britain France the United States Italy Japan and dominions gathered in London seeking harmonious beginnings toward limiting armaments on the seas. The opening address stressed peaceful aims and a global move away from wasteful naval competition.

London Royal Gallery of Ente St. James’ Palace Couts Washington King George George Palace of Westminster Great Britain France United States Italy Japan British Dominions Britain Ramsay MacDonald Henry WL. Stim

T B Clinic Set For Friday January 24 Here

The District Nurse Association hosts the next chest clinic at its offices beside the county clerk. Dr Dunn of the State Board of Health and nurses will supervise from 9 30 am to noon and 2 to 4 pm. All with possible tuberculosis symptoms urged to attend. free service. Children 14 and under excluded unless directed by their physician.

District Nurse Association Dunn State Board of Health

Hotel Winchester Barber Shop Opens Under New Management

Hotel Winchester barber shop at Riley's corner begins operations under new management offering prompt efficient courteous service.

Riley’s Corner Winchester Riley's Corner

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