Miss Hollingsworth Dies At Ancestral Home In Winchester
Miss Mary E. Hollingsworth one of Frederick county’s oldest residents and a direct descendant of early Valley of Virginia settlers died Saturday night at Abraham's Delight near Winchester. Funeral at 3 PM tomorrow from 627 South Main Street with Rev J H Lacy officiating. interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
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Mary E. Hollingsworth
Frederick County
Valley of
Virginia
Abraham
Washington
Winchester
Bell Brothers sale on frames at 10 o'clock tomorrow
Ladies complain of early gate time so Bell Brothers store offers a one day sale Tuesday at 10 AM with any picture frame for 19 cents. Includes antique and modern frames. After Feb 15 coupons not issued, after Feb 28 coupons not redeemable for premiums. Brill & Ritter notice.
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Bell Brothers
Jury awards $500 to Clarke County man in railroad assault case
J B Chrismore of White Post won damages from the Norfolk and Western Railroad for an assault by a drunken passenger on a train returning from PendMar last August. The jury found the railroad could have foreseen danger and failed to protect him as two of his ribs were fractured. The trial spanned three days in Clarke County Circuit Court in Berryville Virginia.
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Berryville
Circuit Court
Clarke County
J. B. Chrismore
White Post
Clarke Nottnty
Norfolk and Western Railroad Company
PendMar
A. Moore, Jr
Marshall McCormick
Chrismore
Dewe Ie
Virginia Seeks WV Tax for $14 Million Debt
Counsel for Virginia appeared before the U S Supreme Court to pursue forcing West Virginia to levy a tax to raise nearly 14 million dollars owed to Old Dominion bondholders. The case follows a Supreme Court ruling that West Virginia owes the debt. Virginia aims to compel payment during West Virginia’s legislative session.
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Washington
City orders curbside garbage by 7 a.m. no second pickup
City Manager Arthur M. Field announces trash must be out before 7 a.m. and carts will not return for a second trip. Short note mentions Claude Ryan's business trip to Washington and local advertisements on page 5. Fresh mackerel advertised at Orndorff and Mr. Vicar's.
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Arthur M. Field
Claude Ryan
Washington
Each Congressional District Should Have An Army School
Capt. Robert Y. Conrad of Company I, Second Virginia Regiment, writes in the Border Virginian at Brownsville Texas that universal military training is necessary for national defense. He argues the volunteer system has failed wherever tried and urges action to provide training across districts.
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Robert Y. Conrad
Company I
Second
Virginia Regiment
Border Virginian
Brownsville
Tex
Auto Crash Injures Whitlock Ad Manager and Youth
W. W. Ritter general advertising manager for Whitlock Medicine Co and a youth named John Franks were hurt when Ritter’s auto skidded on the Vaile pike near Middletown and hit a gate post. Both were treated at Memorial Hospital. Ritter had a deep forehead gash and Franks a cut about the mouth. Asa Crisman drove them there. car suffered severe damage including smashed windshield and broken axle radiator and hood.
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W. W. Ritter
Whitlock Herb Medicine Company
John Franks
Memorial Hospital
Mr. Ritter
Vaile Pike
Middletown
Winchester
Charles W. Heater
Young Franks
Asa Crisman
Police Seek Missing Detroit Youth In Winchester Search
The Detroit boy Orlando Luis Dilaura, 16, is missing from home and may be in Winchester. Described as stout about 150 pounds with black hair and rosy cheeks, he wears a black chinchilla overcoat, black shoes, black suit, and brown cap. Police urge public help in locating him.
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CBE
Ot Police
M. A
Changes Likely in U S Diplomatic Service After March 4
Washington January 29 Impending changes in the U S diplomatic service after March 4 intrigue politicians. President Wilson will review resignations from ambassadors and ministers as he takes the oath for a second term. Secretary Lansing says resignations will be forwarded and many leading capitals may see changes including possible recall of Ambassador Page in London.
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The
Star
Washington
United States
Wilson
Lansing
Ambassador Page
London
Miss Rowe Weds Young Broker at Parental Home
Miss Lillian Elizabeth Rowe of Waynesboro Pa marries George Emerson Parker Jr a New York City broker at her parents home. Rev Joseph Guy officiates guests include family. After a wedding supper the couple heads to New York and Boston for honeymoon then reside with the bride's parents. Parker is with Warren W Erwin and Co and a Kansas City native now in New York.
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Miss Rowe
George Emerson Parker, Jr
New York City
Lillian Eliza
Beth Rowe
John A. Rowe
Waynesboro
Joseph FE. Guy
St Paul Reform Church
Mrs. Parkell
New York
Boston
Parker
Winchester
Robert L. Gray
Parkell
Warren W. Erwin and Company
Kansas City
Local People Enjoy Meeting at Tabernacle
The Star reports a Baptist Church group of five from Strasburg visiting Bridgers meeting in Strasburg. The tabernacle at the hardwood mill area was packed at 7:30 pm with about twelve hundred seats filled and a large congregation since the first night.
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The
Star
Baptist Church
Garland B. Hansbrough
Strasburg
Bridgers
Winchester
Smilies
Athletic Club Meeting Called For January 30
Members urged to attend a 8 o'clock gathering at the club rooms on Tuesday evening January 30. Election of officers and other important matters require immediate attention. The regular session begins at 9 p.m. or 8. Come to your club meeting. OST Vic Pres ey H Beal Jr Sec. fip- 2t
Paper Barons Demand Keep Paper Prices Up
Chicago dispatch reports a 100 plus publisher conference with several paper makers. They form committees to study the Federal Trade Commission report next week to decide on price remedies. publishers insist high paper costs threaten the industry. manufacturers cite higher production costs and seek a gentlemen’s agreement if FTC guidance allows.
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American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
W. J. Harris
Joseph E. Davis
Alexander Smith
Abitibi (Canada) Paper Company
Cigateea
Oil for Streets Advocated by Miss A F Conrad
A Winchester resident urges the town to oil its dusty streets to restore the healthy reputation. The writer gathers taxpayer support, noting women workers have beautified the town but dust remains a problem. A Friday signing effort drew broad approval with two exceptions.
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A. F. Conrad
the Star
Winchester
Farm sale listing at White Hall district auction
Readable items include horses cattle hogs and farming implements from Laren farm White Hall. Partial note mentions pain paint force and frosted feet and a 244i percent? unclear.
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Laren Farm
White Hall
White
Anniversary of the Boy Scouts Observed by Winchester Council
The Winchester Council of the Boy Scouts of America held a meeting at Rev. Dr. W. D. Smith's home with Dr. Smith W. White W. Nelson Poee Dr. Georga H. Heist C. Vernon Eddy George W. Bowly and T. P. Reardon present. The council enters its third year since charter on January 19 1915. Annual fees paid and members registered at national headquarters. Mr M M Saynch elected a member.
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Winchester Council
Boy Scouts of America
W. D. Smith
Dr. Smith
W. S. White
W.nelson Poee
Georga H. Heist
C. Vernon Eddy
George W. Bowly
T. P. Reardon
Hiae
M M. Saynch
Mob Withdraws From Clay Court House After Assurances
A Clay County special grand jury was impaneled after a mob at Booger Hole threatened retribution over the Tanner killing and the assault on Drew Sampson and his son Howard. Sheriff Reynolds pledged investigation and the mob withdrew, while the Sampsons were spirited away to Charleston and Sutton. The effort aims to uncover further crimes tied to the case.
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Clay County
Clay
W. Va
Booger Hole
Tanner
Drew Sampson
Howsard
Reynolds
Sampsons
Charleston
Sutton
Wheat Prices at Baltimore Market Close
At the Baltimore wholesale market the spot wheat price closed at 1.8584 dollars per bushel and cor at 1.13. Winchester buyers offered 1.72 dollars for wheat after the close of the Baltimore market this afternoon.
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Baltimore
Winchester Cheaters
Mrs. E. W. Boggs Dies in Pittsburgh at 75
telegram announces Mrs. E. W. Boggs death in Pittsburgh aged about 75 widow of Capt. E. W. Boggs of Marlboro. Survived by James of Marlboro Edward and Katie Boggs of Pittsburgh. Remains to arrive in Middletown tomorrow noon and funeral planned in Marlboro with hour not yet set.
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E. W. Boggs
Pittsburgh
Marlboro
James Boggs
Edward Boggs
Katie Boggs
Middletown
Baltimore and Ohio
Notice of dissolution for Cooper Brothers firm
Public notice states Cooper Brothers will be dissolved February 1 1917 with individual members not liable for firm debts after that date. Claims against the firm should be presented for cash in full and bills due should be settled with Cooper Bros.
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Cooper Brothers
Frm
Taxing Machinery Of Production
The Star lampoons a Washington proposal to tax excess profits and industrial machinery, arguing it is class legislation aimed at farmers vs. industrialists. It contends the plan would lead to difficult revenue collection and threatens to strike at the foundation of industries by taxing the machinery of production.
Inspectors to Shut Water Service for Unrepaired Leaks
Tuesday morning water service will be turned off in cases of unrepaired leaks. Owners will be charged $1.00 for extra trouble.
Grieving Divinity Student In Fatal Midnight Ramble
Rev Walter KR Alexander reports the death of former college mate Booth a Crozer Theological Seminary student killed by a train near the Ohio Railroad quarter mile from the seminary grounds Booths home is in Wales England and a letter from home spoke of a brother wounded in British army The tragedy follows late night ramble and related investigations continue on page six.
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Walter KR. Alexander
The
Baptist Church of Winchester
Gibson
Booth
Am Crozer Theological Seminary
M G. Bvann
Wales
England
Ohio Railroad
Evans
Bool
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Mary Hollingsworth
James M. Allen
Dr. Myers
Navy
Brill & Ritter’s
Ip-Tt
Jolliffe
Miums
Brill & Ritter
Pioneer Wear Town
J. E. Chrismore
Wire
Moling and
Seal
Minckerel
Orndorff
United States of America
Koy
Col. E. M. House
Mr. Page
Tabernacle
Brother Bridgers
Ey H, Beal, Jr
Chicago
Baltimore Sun
West Virginia
BOY Scouts
Clay Court House
W. Roy. Stephenson
Cooper Bros
Congress
Cratic
Teaa
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