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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1936
Page
7
Water levels on both the North and South Rivers rose to high and muddy conditions, with rapid increases observed in upstream tributaries and forecast models showing continued sediment-laden flow. Local authorities monitor for debris and potential rescues.
The Eastern Star plans a monthly meeting at the Masonic Temple tomorrow night. Judge A C Carson and William Smith head to Richmond for the day. Warren County Tuberculosis Association meets Friday at Mrs Thomas Melton's home with Miss Lulu Freeman giving an address. Mabel Rice returns from Winchester Memorial after appendicitis surgery and stays with Mrs Mary Burress before returning to Beulahville. Floyd Board visit to Point Marion brothers. Harold Smith prepares to sail to South America from New York. E I Williams to New York for a business trip. Mrs Hannah Weiger resumes duties as Warren County Health Nurse with Mabel Rice having filled in during leave. Mrs Lyle Rohr hosts five table bridge at The Fairlawn tomorrow. Caroline Carson attends Junior Century Club in Winchester. Robert Hockman and wife spend a day in Harrisonburg and visit Miss Bessie Manuel at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Col John Boggs and wife of Randolph-Macon Academy visit Washington D C yesterday.
Mrs Aubrey G Weaver returned last night from a few days visit to Richmond. Mrs Violet Collins of The Fairlawn is in Washington today. Miss Alice Rhodes visiting her father Clint Rhodes at Middletown. Mr and Mrs Thurman Ritenour and their son moved to Richmond for a job transfer. Mr Conrad Grohs of Washington spent the weekend with Mrs Grohs who stays with her parents J J Corder. Mrs Willard Sonner is spending today in Washington DC.
Cary is appointed captain of the new rescue squad by Frank A. Stoutamyer, chief of the Front Royal Fire Department. The chief also announces members A. Statten Hammock, Johnnie Marchi, Lewis Thompson, Fenton Collins, Fred Thursh, Francis Forbes, Ernest Shiner, and Borden Wines. truck drivers listed. Ways and Means committee includes Blackwell Cary, Charles Menefee, and Stewart Payne.
Word reached Front Royal of the death of William Smedley of Washington a former county resident. His brother Newton Smedley was buried here Monday. He served in the Spanish War and has relatives in the area. Funeral plans not yet completed then the body will be brought here for burial.
Shenandoah Valley Academy fell 46 to 24 to Massanutten Academy in a rough regional contest. Kane Bagshaw and Seeders led the visitors with 12 10 points each while Shenandoah stars Harper Kite and Albrite shone but failed to close the gap. Center Smith was sidelined by illness.
The funeral for Robert S. Stewart of 573 North Cameron Street is set for Friday at 10 AM at Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church. A longtime Winchester resident from Hampshire County West Virginia he served as a devoted Open Bible Class member and led prayers during services. Pallbearers are Hubert Kerr Calvin M. Martin Arthur Ritter Robert Van Meter Frank B. Crawford and J Henry Moling Jr. After the service the remains go to Mt Zion Church near Augusta West Virginia for additional rites and interment.
Rev Carter W Carter 75 colored died at 556 North Cameron Street at 1 30 AM after long illness from complications He was a native of Rappahannock County Virginia Survived by widow Matilda Carter one son John S Carter six daughters Katie Gaither Louise Williams Rose Peterson Arlister Freeman Eliza Smith Margaretta Gaither and seven grandchildren Funeral arrangements pending services set for Sunday January 26 and burial in Millwood colored cemetery
A House Labor subcommittee debated a plan to compel witness attendance and widen the inquiry into the Hawk's Nest tunnel deaths in southern West Virginia. Representative Vito Marcantonio proposed a federal inquiry and sought funds and subpoena power for the panel's investigation.
French premier Laval resigns after Radical Socialist ministers quit and the cabinet dissolves. Louis Marin refuses to sign the collective resignation while potential successors including Marcel Regnier and others are discussed. Laval claims the franc is intact, the budget was cut, and foreign policy remains independent amid calls for a new government.
Richmond Va January 23 report dismisses the contest against H M Sutherland Wise Dickenson district by S M Mc Fall republican defeated in the November election. It upholds the Privileges and Election committee finding no legal contest against Delegate H M Bandy Wise by Roy Wilbourne seven Republican members abstained from voting.
Washington January 23 Treasury officials study how to raise the money for a cash bond bonus bill. Secretary Morgenthau weighs options including new taxes or borrowing to meet nearly 2.5 billion dollars, on top of 877 million needed to fix Post-AAA issues. Roosevelt will have his say on the measure.
An advertisement touts Marmola capsules as a miracle fat reducer used by millions since 1907. It claims dramatic, effortless weight loss without dieting or exercise and urges readers to start today and stop when enough fat is shed.
Virginia lawmakers weigh a bill by Senator Hudson Cary to add homecraft instruction in schools. Handley High School in Winchester reports long-running use with strong results. Delegates discuss salaries and the Handley Fund supporting teacher pay and other needs.
Democrats in Congress heard from authentic administration sources that Jesse Jones of the RFC may become Secretary of the Treasury. The report cited Henry Morgenthau Jr. and noted possible changes under the administration in Washington.
Kellogg notes laboratory tests at leading universities showing bran from Kellogg All-Bran is satisfactory for women and men. It supplies moisture, cleanses the intestinal tract, and helps constipation by adding bulk. Sold by grocers. made in Battle Creek.
A city resident, Paul Gross of 108 West Clifford Street, reports relief from chronic backaches constipation and poor sleep after two weeks using ARAX. He says appetite returned, digestion improved, and overall strength increased with nightly rest and steady bowels.
A veteran official said to be present in the Treasury could become a confidant to the President. A Congressman familiar with government finance circles noted that the change had already attracted some consideration in Roosevelt's circle. Another remarked it as a likely outcome under review.
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