Two youths given prison terms for arson fires
Winton Goloday and Frank Billmyer were each sentenced to three years in the state prison after pleading guilty to starting two fires in Charleston. Judge D H Rodgers noted the acts were thoughtless with no criminal intent. William Tillett Jr. faces trial today, while constable T W Allen is indicted on related charges.
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Charles Town
W. Va
Winton Goloday
Frank Billmyer
D. H., Rodgers
Charleston
Rodgers
William Tillett, Jr
T.W. Allen
O State
Tillett
Arthur G Jones Woolen Mills Seeks Investment Expansion
The Winchester mill reports earnings five times preferred stock dividends and full payroll of about 200000 dollars yearly. It plans stock increase to fund machinery expansion, meet demand, and raise working capital while inviting public investment and offering potential return of subscriptions. Directors listed include Arthur G Jones Max Krol Ralph Rosenberger W E Irwin and H C Sheetz.
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Arthur G. Jones Woolen. Mills
Winchester
Territories
Arthur G. Jones
Max Krol
Ralph R. Rosenberger
W. E. Irwin
H. C. Sheetz
Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mills
Band benefit supper showcases Middletown progress under Prof McKnee
An oyster and chicken supper in Middletown to aid the band under Prof W H McKnee of Winchester raised funds for new instruments. The event drew a large crowd, featured band performances, and praise for the director, with thanks to Stephens City ladies for assistance.
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Middletown
Yva
W.H. McKnee
Winchester
Men of All Trades
McIinee
Stephens City
Relief Brevities from Relief Va January News
Local notes report social calls among residents including Mrs. John Racey and Mrs. Ethel Wisecarver. Purchases and visits involve the Branner and Crim families, Miss Ida Mae Copenhaver, Mr. George Lowrey buying Mrs. Rudolph's place for 1500 dollars, and relocation to Stephens City. A prayer meeting is announced at the Methodist church with Mr. Bondurant leading.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Bondurant
William Carrol
Vaucluse
Luther Pifer
Marie
John Crim
Virginia Legislature Debates War Oyster Inquiry and Bar Agency Plan
The Virginia General Assembly considers adoption of a resolution urging an inquiry into the oyster industry while discussions on state bar agency status and judges salaries unfold. Senators clash over investigation vigor and constitutional issues as House committees announce hearings on education reforms and college funding.
Virginia Senate Finance Committee Reports Building Law Amendments
The Senate finance committee reported bills amending the building and association laws and extending the time for property tax reviews. Delegate Parker backs a 20 dollar weekly salary exemption plus other homestead relief. Delegate Boyd proposes county auditors to review each county’s finances. Speaker Ozlin urges House members to introduce all their bills this week. Prof William Dodd of the University of Chicago addresses a joint assembly, warning that many farmers may become peasants as 4 million have left farms in eight years, urging Virginia to lead.
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Senate Finance Committee
Parker
I. C. Boyd
Ozlin
House
Hoe
William , Dodd
University of Chicago
Loudoun County
Wilburn, Hal
Loudoun
Dodd
Whey
Prof. Dodd
Virginia
Man Who Found Endless Cave Dead at Fauquier Springs
Claiborne J. Zirkle, 78, longtime New Market resident and co discoverer of the New Market End less Caverns, died at his Fauquier Springs home. He was the son of Reuben and Jane Alethire Zirkle of Lew Market and belonged to Shenandoah county’s prominent old family.
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Claiborne J. Zirkle
New Market
New Market Endless Caverns
Fauquier Springs
Mr. Zirkle
Reuben and
Jane Alethire Zirkle
Lew Market
Shenandoah County
Local figure's death leaves widow and eight children
An obituary notes the passing of a man who leaves a widow, two sons and four daughters, highlighting the family after his death.
Woman Guards Kansas Banks Woman Speck to End 27 Years Service
Topeka Kansas January 24 A I assists guard state bank deposits as Miss Anna J Speck deputy state bank commissioner nears 27 years in the banking department She stayed through financial crises and political storms while new bank commissioners arrived with governors Her rise from shy orphan to trusted bank clerk began in 1902 at an Emporia bank and drew political notice The piece also notes the origins of Kalina and the word parliament with unrelated etymologies.
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Topeka
Kans
A. i
Kansas
Anna J. Speck
Nexr
Stat Banking Department
Miss Speck
Emporia
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Swanson
Claude A. Swanson
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Wise County
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Virginia State Bar
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Richmond
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Appomattox
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State Commission On Conservation and Development
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Norfolk
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Green County
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Virginia Bar Association
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