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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1919
Page
1
Eight simultaneous prayer meetings across Winchester will start at 7 30 p m lasting 46 to 60 minutes. The program runs all week except Wednesday and Saturday with locations listed for January 27 to 31 and volunteers inviting public attendance.
The Star announces renewal of oy na subscriptions at eight dollars per year payable in advance. Readers are urged to renew now to continue service at the lower rate.
County board announces regular meetings will be held on the fourth Monday each month to avoid conflicts with the Circuit Court which meets on the first Monday. This is the first such shift since the change from the first to fourth Monday.
Delegates at the Paris peace conference prepared for further talks on protests from Belgium and Serbia about representation in the League of Nations. The discussions resumed at the foreign office as talks continued.
Soldiers must mail post cards to their parents or next of kin with name hospital location and condition. The policy, announced today by the Surgeon General, requires postcards for all soldiers admitted to government hospitals.
A War Department tied inquiry into the Army Hospital in Hyde Park Chicago was disclosed as Major Stotesbury of the Inspector General's office presented his report to Senate committees on public buildings and grounds.
Engineers working on aircraft development conduct trials with government supervision to validate new designs and propulsion ideas. Reports describe tests coordinated by authorities to ensure safety and assess performance of experimental airplanes.
Vienna dispatch reports French and Romanian troops have landed at Kiev the capital of Ukariatnia according to the Zeit bulletin.
President Wilson would lose power to revert railroads to private owners on demand under a bill introduced by Sen. Cummins Iowa. The proposal aims to give Congress sole authority to decide when to return roads, removing influence from executive pressure and limiting five year control.
Richmond Va January 21 1919 officials discuss a survey of the Valley Turnpike Company property to determine right of way width while not compelling immediate removal of fences or buildings. George P Coleman Commissioner writes to reassure Valley farmers owners that only necessary changes will occur to improve traffic and safety at a dangerous curve.
The captain, officers, mates, and 29 crew members of the Castalin, a steamship of the Ping Board, arrived in Christiania Norway last Friday. The vessel sank off Halifax two weeks earlier, according to a dispatch reaching the state Department.
Mrs Martha Giffen died at her home in Wheeling on January 26. She was the daughter of Mrs Martha Griffith and the late Henry O. Ott of Wheeling and the niece of Mr John Griffith and Miss M A Griffith of Winchester.
In Defiance Ohio on January 27 1924 former director general W G McAdoo argued that a return to private railroad ownership would end water transportation and urged a five year extension of federal control and coordination of railroads.
General March told the Senate military affairs committee that all American forces abroad could be returned within six months. The statement follows plans to muster out troops as early as January 27 with about 785,000 men remaining in service.
The committee in charge of the new truck elected Mr. Clark Hig to the position. He brings extensive experience with motor trucks and machinery to the role.
Auction notice invites buyers for 20 fine sheep with lambs by their sides at Charles A Royston’s place east of Millwood on Tuesday January 28 1919. Sale promises healthy stock and ready terms.
The window display at People's Drug store on North Main showcases Studies of Arthur Wright, Berryville Virginia photographer known for in home portraits. Wright offers studio services and home portrait sessions to residents, calling Berryville address 137 for appointments.
A telegram reports Mire Millie Snapp wife of T Monroe Snapp died in Kat ee Dry Kansas due to age. Funeral arrangements set for Wednesday about noon at Mount Hebron Cemetery. Survived by husband and two sons Fred and Steinman with siblings and relatives mentioned from West Virginia and Fredericksburg.
A widespread electric power failure left the region without service after two o'clock, affecting homes and businesses. Restoration efforts were underway as crews worked to locate the fault and restore lines.
Mr. Coleman is expected Tuesday to inspect the Martinsburg Turnpike and study taking over the property by the State. The move would abolish the tollgate now operated. H F Byrd has received a state highway commission letter confirming the plan.
A special dispatch from Oporto reports Portuguese royalists have issued a decree revoking all legislation passed since the monarchist revolution began. The decree confirms a sweeping legal reset under royalist authorities in Oporto and reflects ongoing constitutional upheaval.
Lost item notice for tortoise suet glasses with partial contact clues. Message mentions War office Ips and a reduced price offer tied to Georges Creek coal.
Charlee Grim and Boots Kendall forfeited thirteen dollars each in Police Court to pay on charges of disorderly conduct. The notice references horse cattle hog poultry and calf meal specials offered by H. D. Aspin at 42 Piccaditty Street.
Non commissioned officers training school convenes at 8 p m January 28 in Courtmon City Hall. For sale house party turnist at 12 East Cog Apply on idonrterenng er eel ao.
Private John W. Hughes, first from Company I 116th Infantry to return from the front, related the final days of the war and his own wounding. He recalls Captain Robert Y Conrad killed October 5, and three others killed in action. Hughes mentions local wounded Sergeants Eddie Putie and Corporal Isigac, and notes Conrad’s death after being struck by a machine gun bullet. Hughes, now convalescing at Camp Mosden, walks with a cane.
London dispatch reports the ex Kaiser’s circle in Holland remains hopeful for a return to power after the German elections. The former Kaiserin is said to remain optimistic that her grandson may yet claim the imperial crown, while supporters continue to persevere as long as the body is not laid to rest.
Paris reports General Von Winterfeld has resigned as head of the German armistice commission after Marshal Foch's forces occupy the Strasbourg bridge head, signaling a strain in the German panel. Brucetown pastor Rev C D Lambert announces Wednesday night preaching. Mortimer arcite retard to.
Public invited to dance this Friday and Saturday at the Hall featuring River and Harbor. Event runs late into the evening with music and social time for attendees.
The Senate approved the Europe bill and sent it to the President for signature. If enacted, the measure would set new standards and timelines for related policy actions and compliance across the region.
Fragmentary text references Hollingeworth Grinch Billig and Major W Irving, noting late Aaron as a related figure. Details are unclear but imply a legal or biographical note within a historical archive.
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