Robert Downing to Star in Ten Nights in a Bar Room
The Youngest of the Booth lineage, Edwin Downing, appears next Wednesday at The Auditorium in Joe Morgan the latest production of Ten Nights in a Bar Room. Managed by Arthur C. Alston, Downing aims for wider fame as the dramatic run covers thirty five weeks and earns strong press praise nationwide.
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Edwin ‘Booth
Pores McCullough
Lawrence
Edwin Forrest
Robert” Downing
Downing
Ed‘win’ Forrest
Joe Moran
Arthur C. Alston
Aisten
Ting
Joseph Jeerson
Winkle
Salvation Army Meeting At Courthouse Auditorium
The regular Salvation Army service is set for 8 p m Thursday at the Courthouse Auditorium led by Officer Leigh. Everyone is invited to attend as the group continues its outreach.
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Salvation - Army
Salvation Army
Ensign ‘Leigh
Western Union seeks end to Virginia message rate cap
William G. Sale of Western Union told the Virginia Capitol in Richmond the company will ask the State Corporation Commission to abolish the 30 cent maximum intra state message rate. He urged replacing it with a squares based system similar to parcel post rates. Virginia is among nine states still enforcing the maximum rate.
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Richmond
Western Union Telegraph Company
State Corporation Commission
Nava
William G. Sale
Capitol
Virginia
Sales
Union
Norfolk
Big Stone Gap
Decree Referencing Estate in Frederick County Virginia
In the Circuit Court of Frederick County Virginia the case Thornton versus French and others is referred to R Gray Williams Commissioner in Chancery to report on residuary property liens values interested parties and partition options. Notice to all parties in interest to appear at 10 am February 19 1921 at his Winchester law office to regent their claims or evidence. The Winchester Star published this December 28 1920 per decree.
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Circuit Court
Frederick County
Virginia
Gordon Thornton
Sallie French
Matthew Burns Bassett Washington
Samuel Thomas
Nannie D. B. Washington
R. Gray Williams
George Fayette Washington
D.b.n.c.t.a
Nannie D.B. Washington
American Bonding Company
Winchester
Winchester Star
Fragmented Vision of Leisure in a Busy World
A reflective meditation on solitary thought and the need for leisure amid the dash and whirl of daily business. The text emphasizes quiet contemplation as essential to the intellect and personal balance.
Irregularities in Market Prices Highlight Mixed Changes
New York markets show varied changes with declines in corn oats and most meats while coffee and sugar edge up. Wheat flour sugar and eggs hold steady, metals mixed with iron up and tin down, spot cotton drops 65 points to 16.20 cents.
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Food Department
New York
Pitts
Uae
Ice houses filled by locals during cold snap
Local residents report many ice houses filled with ice of good quality. Ice measured up to five inches thick and many slabs were clear and hard from spring water sources.
Belgian steamer Cannonier safe after distress call
The Cannonier, once thought to be the source of S O S signals, is confirmed safe. At noon it was about 30 miles east of Ambrose Lightship, per a radio dispatch from the ship’s captain denying any distress message was sent.
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Ine
New York
Cannonier
Ambrose
Naval Communication Service
State Day Laws to Be Enforced by Court Ruling
West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals holds state prohibition laws must be enforced to aid federal statutes against manufacture and sale of intoxicants, provided they do not conflict with national laws. Decision released January 26. Charleston report by Associated Press.
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Associated Press
Charleston
W Va
West Virginia
State Supreme Court of Appeals
Stocks Drift Amid Mixed Activity In Early Trading
New York stock market opened with a dull, uncertain tone. European gains boosted Royal Dutch and Shell, while pools supported General Asphalt, American Can, General Electric, and International Paper before selling pressure hit Asphalt and Mexican Petroleum. Among individual stocks Sears Roebuck slipped three points as other major shares eased. The money market held steady with call loans at 7 percent and the British pound at 3.86 dollars.
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Associated Press
New York
Royal Dutch and
Shell
General Asphalt
American Can
General Electric
International Paper
Baldwin
Studebaker
Republic Steel
Sears-Roebuck
British Reject French Reparation Plan At Allied Talks
Paris January 27 The British delegation at the supreme allied council signaled an inability to back France on German reparations. Today’s session was canceled to allow David Lloyd George to confer privately with council members.
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Paris
Supreme Allied Council
David Lloyd George
Paycil ¢Nion
le Terre
As Astate
Court Denies Defense in Matewan Trial Move
Trial of 24 men tied to the Matewan battle began in Williamson Circuit Court. Judge Bailey overruled a motion to quash seven murder indictments citing a resident juror issue. Deputy sheriffs guarded entrances as federal Colonel Hall increased precautions, and four jurors had been selected before a noon recess.
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Associated Press
William W, Va
Matewan
Bailey
Circuit Court
West Virbe
Mimgo County Court House
Hall
Williamson
Treasury Counts Vast Funds After Treasurer Resigns
Acting Treasurer Allen announced a total of 13.883 trillion dollars in cash and securities was found in the Treasury after the resignation of John Burke. The count showed no shortage. actual cash on hand was 397.410 million dollars with the rest in reserve notes, incomplete certificates, and securities.
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Washington
Allen
Treasury
John Burke
Lawmakers consider boxing bill establishing state commission
A bill introduced in Harrisburg would legalize boxing with fifteen round bouts and create a state boxing commission. The commission would base offices in Philadelphia and issue permits while supervising all boxing activities in the state. Violations would carry a $1000 fine.
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Associated Press
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
Settling Sands Suspected Behind Philly Tremors
Father Francis A Conders of Georgetown University seismic observatory says tremors in the Philadelphia region likely result from settling sands rather than a seismic disturbance. He notes such movements are local and not indicative of broader activity and says there is no cause for alarm.
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Associated Press
Washington
Philadelphia
Francis A. Conders
Georgetown University
Condors
Wholesale Gas Price Cut by Cooper Merchandise and Oil
The Cooper Merchandise and Oil Company announced a 2 cent cut in wholesale gasoline price. Captain Lewis F. Cooper said retailers will likely pass the decrease to customers. many dealers had charged 30 to 35 cents per gallon before the cut. Standard Oil offices reported no wholesale reduction orders yet, but Chicago's cut is expected to take effect locally.
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Cooper Merchandise and Oil Company
Lewis F. Cooper
Oiis
Standard Oil Company
Chicago
Invisibility tricks in simple colorless paper method
A fragment describes a basic invisible ink idea using milk or buttermilk on clean unglazed paper. It notes a heat source like an iron to reveal the message, and references a process to trap or bring the writing to light.
Want Ad Brings The Star Readers Desired Results
A local want ad in The Star yields noticeable results as readers report finding items and services they sought. Advertisers praise quick responses and clear listings that connect buyers and sellers efficiently.
Bert Lytell a Sure Winner at Empire
Bert Lytell a sure winner announced for tomorrow night at Empire. Also fan Tomas.
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Bert Lytell
Empire
Fantomas
Barnard's Philadelphia Pop Orchestra Returns to Winchester
Large crowd enjoyed peppery music last night and the band is booked for another Monday. The ensemble recently toured from Philadelphia and Camden, making records for the Victor company.
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Barnard
Philadelphia
Winchester
Empire
Philly
Camden
The Price of Redemption in The Pr Redemption
A review notes scenes set in India for a Western film with color glamour and intrigue. Leigh Dering, a brave British officer, faces degradation and seeks redemption through sacrifice, while a romantic triangle and rivalries drive the plot to a climactic act of vengeance and forgiveness.
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Lala
India
Andy
Richard Willoughby
Leigh Dering
Jean
Leigh
Anna
Irene Ayah
Dering
Xard Willoughby
Emma Howard WiGhe
Danderine Ad Claims Hair Strength and Color Boost
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine as stopping hair loss and thickening hair. It promises improvements after a few applications, including brighter color and renewed life, with a small cost per use.
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