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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1921
Page
1
The Star prints daily charges and Harrison replies in the Johns Paul contest for a seat in Congress. This installment covers charge ten from Amisville in Rappahannock county alleging ballot box secrecy violations and coercive voting. Harrison responds denying certain allegations in Albemarle.
An unidentified man from Cleveland Ohio leaped from the railing above Niagara Falls at 2 16 this morning and was swept to his death over the brink. A park officer spoke with him moments before the jump and he said he was leaving for Cleveland. The man shouted goodbye to the officer before vanishing over the railing.
Paris January 28 The Allied supreme council stalled as debates over total reparations and payment methods intensified. A session planned for 4:30 p.m. was abandoned amid diverging views, seen by some as jeopardizing the talks. Progress reported on Belgian proposals to set six billion gold marks as a ceiling with three billion in a yearly settlement.
An ambush near Castle Island in Kerr County fatally wounded a constable and seriously wounded Divisional Commissioner Holmes along with five other constables. The assailants used machine guns in the attack.
Advertising blurb promotes all wool sport suits in Heather mix Jersey at $14.50. The notice highlights snappy styles from H. K. Green & Brother.
Dr W. Boland reports 26 samples tested for purity from wells and cisterns used to wash milk containers. One well proved impure and was closed, with efforts to remedy the issue or seal the source if needed. Samples from local springs were found good, with further bottles sent for analysis.
The Red Cross will hold a meeting at Rosenberger’s School House on pe 28. Educational slides on health consolidated schools and school gardens will be shown by Miss M K Strickler and Miss Mary Malcolm. A musical program will be by Mrs A D Griffith and Miss Meta Sartelle. A small admission fee will be charged and funds go toward the school debt. Rosenberger’s is a newer two room school in Frederick county.
The Senate resumed consideration of the new emergency aid bill as Senator Ashurst of Arizona accused opponents of blocking action. The AP report notes direct charges about the bill and friction during the session in Washington.
A letter to The Star from A. J. Kimmel in Washington D C dated January 26 1921 praising The Star and critiquing Pauls arguments while supporting Judge Harrison. The writer expresses belief in a Republican victory in the Seventh district and encloses a check to Ming R. Kimball.
The will of the late Mrs. Ann Bond probated in Frederick County Circuit Court leaves her entire estate equally to her four sons Howell M. Bond Walker M. Bond Allen B. Bond and Edward L. Bond. The hand written will dated January 1 1919 names Howell and Allen Bond as executors without security and they qualified with a 20000 bond.
A marriage license was issued in the county clerk’s office to Harry O. Richard of Trone and Miss Clara Oates of Gore. The groom is a young farmer and son of C. C. Richard. the bride is the daughter of Edward Oates.
A newspaper blurb promotes Bert Lytell’s The Redemption as a story of spiritual renewal and regeneration. It also teases a thrilling Fantomas episode, promising complete entertainment and suspense for readers.
Detroit January 28 A limited number of Ford Motor Company plant workers will return to work January 31 in Detroit departments. No date given for full normal operation. The plant has been closed since December 24.
The Tru dell Steel Company, after months at about half capacity, restarted full force at all mills. About 2,500 idle workers went back to their jobs as operations were restored in Warren, Colorado, on the night of January 28.
A proposal to cut production costs by 25 percent through wage reductions has been submitted to four Bethlehem Ship Building Corporation shipyards. Eric Ewertz, general superintendent, began talks with union representatives in Bethlehem and plants at Sparrows Point Maryland Wilmington Delaware and Fore River Massachusetts are affected.
New York January 28 subscribtion lists for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company 60 million dollar secured loan were opened and closed today by Kuhn Loeb and Company bankers indicating an over subscription. The bonds bear 6 percent interest and mature in 15 years.
Reminder for 9 o clock tomorrow morning. Be on hand for the remnant sale conducted by H K Green & Brother.
In Frederick Maryland high school action on Friday January 28 at 8 p.m. the Frederick High School team plays the Boy Scouts of America at the Armory building. Admission is 25 cents.
Marion county treasurer Harry G. Forry admitted stealing 14000 dollars and framed the alleged $ robbery with a pasted crime story. He confessed after police announced his arrest following a home birth and claimed he injured himself to seem robbed.
The market rose in the first hour on covering in shippings oils steels copper and motor specialties with tobacco textiles and leathers also firming. Gains faded before noon as Mexican petroleum and General Asphalt fell. call money opened at 7 percent with tighter offerings.
Mr S H Braithwaite suffered a painful accident at his home on Monday night when he stepped onto an open cellar door on the porch and tumbled down six feet. He sustained cuts and bruises to his face and body and hopes to resume duties soon.
A Baltimore Sun dispatch reports Senator William J. Harris of Georgia urged a Senate resolution directing the Federal Trade Commission to probe newsprint pricing. Harris, former FTC chairman, says current print paper costs remain high while other goods fall, seeking to determine if newspapers face unfair paper-sale practices. Ip H.K. Green & Brother advertise a sale starting tomorrow at nine.
Washington January 28 The army appropriation bill before the House aims at a force of 160000 regulars with a total of 32886123 dollars a cut of 53607242 from current appropriations The War Department sought 692811070 dollars The Philippine scouts about 6500 men 2500 flying cadets and 14000 commissioned officers are not included in the 160000 total The committee proposed further reductions to facilitate the withdrawal of American troops in Germany.
Judge Ferguson in Criminal Court granted the defense motion to take from the jury the case of William T. Brines charged with first degree murder in the death of Bimer Drewes. The move followed a finding that evidence did not sufficiently connect Brines to Drewes' death.
Former Governor Whitman aims to indict nearly all members of the New York police auto squad next week as part of an inquiry into city graft. Detective Sergeant Martin Owens and Detective Thomas J. Horan were indicted yesterday on charges of accepting unlawful fees in connection with alleged corruption.
Grover C Bergdoll the American draft dodger and his chauffeur Isaac Secher claim Canadian passports let them escape the United States in July 1920. They reached Germany via England and Holland. Carl Neal and Frank Zimmer alleged American detectives who tried to kidnap them remain in custody. Coblenz officials say orders were issued for action against Bergdoll and Secher.
Remnants sale at People's Drug Co features silk dress goods cotton white goods laces and ribbons with a window display. Green & Brother report found automobile watch owners to claim by description.
The King's Daughters Circle will assemble at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the home of Mrs George W Kurtz number 21 South Loudoun street.
In a Corporation Court proceeding a decree of partial divorce was awarded to Hester Finleyscoe from her husband Staley Briscoe. The plaintiff alleged desertion.
Seed company promotes clover alfalfa cow peas and soy beans with price quotes. Winchester Seed Co Inc urges customers to send samples and request home grown clover options. Phone contact provided.
Detroit January 26 Edsel B Ford president of the Motor Company announced a $165 cut in the Fordson tractor price effective immediately. The tractor formerly sold for 790 is now listed at 625. No changes to car and truck prices were announced and officials warned prices may rise if demand slows.
W P Anderson argues meat business profits are fair and costs high. He details costs for steers hogs calves and hides, noting deductions for abattoir and inspection fees and losses on non sold parts. He contends price cuts would lower grade standards to the public’s detriment.
Sunday school at 9 45 a m preaching at 11 young people meeting 6 45 led by Mrs Grace Boyce preaching 7 30 p m by the pastor juniors meeting Wednesday 3 46 p m prayer and praise Wednesday 7 30 p m an tree esse occident will be taken at the Sunday services
A public notice announces dog taxes for 1921 are due with a five percent penalty added after February 1. The record names WM. T. Barr and associates as parties involved.
Notice from SAM ENSOGNA announcing relocation to 131 South Main Street on the west side with a wait service and reasonable prices. Also a milk price notice listing reduced prices effective Monday January 21 set by James Gearing.
With nearly 40 percent of Frederick County apples culled last year growers faced losses. The article urges a disciplined spraying program this season and promotes buying a guaranteed efficient sprayer from The Winchester Orchard Supply Co. Phone 313. 3801 N. Market St.
Full pound box of assorted chocolates and bon bons offered as a Friday and Saturday special by The People's Drug Co. Celebrated as a low price for a full pound presentation.
Important meeting of Boy Scouts of America Friday at 7 p.m. Reports on an indoor athletic meet by John L. Brown Jr. Brown visited Martinsburg YMCA. Adjourn for basketball against Frederick High School at 8 p.m. Also notes kindling wood for sale at $3 per load, delivered. Telephone 951.
George Terry, a Black man, was executed in Baltimore for the September 1919 home invasion and rape of Sadie Sibley, a 52 year old white woman. He mocked guards on the way to the scaffold as details emerged of her eight hour struggle and his prior prison terms for murder and larceny.
A fragmented report notes a large Japanese increase in Rawal during 1910 to 1920 with a seven percent rise. It cites Hawaii as having a later greater rise, while Filipino numbers surged from 2,361 to 25,192 and native deaths fell to 29,723.
A second ransom demand was issued to Clara Witherell, wife of O B Witherell, president of a loan and meat company. A caller claimed she was safe and urged the husband to pay $50,000 while warning not to inform police or detectives. The note surfaced after an automobile accident rumor involving a person asking for her to be summoned.
Palm Beach Florida reports President elect and companions on a houseboat voyage down the coast. Plans call for a stop at Miami before continuing to fishing grounds for several days.
Classified notice seeking a driver for Friendship Fire Co with writing deadline of January 5. Includes miscellaneous ad lines for all wool jersey sporty Heather mix fabric, spring sale pricing at fourteen fifty, and a secretary name Reginald Haines.
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