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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1924

Page

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League Chief May Appeal Conviction Verdict

New York January 29 William H Anderson state superintendent of anti saloon league was convicted by a Supreme Court jury on third degree forgery linked to split commissions with a former league fund solicitor. Judge Tompkins set sentencing for February 8 bail $5000 continued and an appeal was expected.

New York Wiliam H. Anderson Newark Supreme Court League Fund Tompkins Anderson

House Opposes Plan 10 Stop Somparsin

In Virginia the House defeated Delegate Russell's resolution to abolish the annual auditor's report comparing taxes paid and revenue used by counties, while the Senate heard a drunk driving penalty bill and a marriage license physical exam proposal.

Associated Press Raichmond Russell Lee County State Auditor House of Delegates Senate Early Gatewood Co Gneed Pie Eega

Griffis Released by German Government After Kidnap Attempt

Lt. Corliss H. Griffis, the American who attempted to kidnap Grover C. Bergdoll in Germany, has been released from prison by the German government. The State Department was advised today.

Associated Press Washington Corliss H. Griffis Grover C. Bergdoll Germany State Department

Illness confines Linotype operator in Star rooms

C Douglas Barnett a Linotype operator in the Star composing rooms is confined to his home by illness and his condition remained unimproved today. Little Kinzel McMillen son of Mr and Mrs William Miller was operated on at Memorial Hospital yesterday and is doing nicely. Little Tootie was at the hospital during the fire and the operation was deferred until accommodations could be prepared after the conflagration. He hopes to return home soon.

C. Douglas Barnett Star Composing Little Kinzel McMillen William Miller Memorial Hospital Little Tootie

Minstrels Show Omission Names Players in Ad

The Star notes a partial Sarah Zane Fire Company minstrels program omitted George Barr one of the soloists and Roy Shiner comedian who will sing That Big Blonde Mama of Mine in yesterday’s announcement.

Sarah Zane Fire Company George Barr Roy Shiner

Newspapers Get First Class Mail Treatment

Postmaster General New announced an order making newspapers eligible for first class mail service starting Friday. The change aims to speed delivery, benefiting both urban and rural readers by placing newspapers before them sooner and strengthening timely connection to local and national activities.

Associated Press Washington New New Said

Pay Your Subscription Now The Evening Star Ad

Subscription renewal push from The Evening Star urging readers to pay now to secure a discount as the deadline nears. Includes strong call to action and time pressure language.

Virginia Fruit Growers Convene in Roanoke Annual Session

The Virginia Horticultural Society opens its annual convention in Roanoke with about five hundred orchardists, mainly apple growers from the Valley. Rev G Otis Mead gives the welcome, followed by reports from officers and programs on Cedar Rust, pollination, marketing, and varieties prices in markets.

Virginia Horticultural Society Roanoke G. Otis Mead Christ Episcopal Church B. Moomaw W. P. Massey Winchester T. W. Woollen Crozet H. L. Price E. C. Auchter University of Maryland American Fruit Grower Co-operative Marketing Virginia Marketing Committee G. P. Warber University of Tennessee R. G. Vance J.H. Meeks J. R. Hutchinson Roanoke Fruit Growirg

Hotel Jack Dining Room Opens Saturday Morning

Maxime L. Ducharme announces the opening of the Hotel Jack dining room with breakfast and lunch options at popular prices and a la carte meals at all hours. The establishment is managed by Maxime L. Ducharme as lessee and manager.

Hotel Jack Maxime L. Ducharme

Surprise Night at Colonial Ends With Harrisonburg Warrant

Arthur Dunlop of this city was taken to Harrisonburg Virginia today by an officer on a warrant filed by a Harrisonburg girl accusing a serious statutory offense.

Arthur Dunlop Harrisonburg

Bible Class at Christ Episcopal Tonight

The Men's Bible class of Christ Episcopal Church will meet at 7.20 tonight.

Christ Episcopal Church

Surprises Tonight: Lost Brown Leather Pocketbook Recovered?

A lost brown leather pocketbook reported tonight contains $30.06 and rewards offered by Star Office in Liberal. Local notice seeks its return to rightful owner and urges contact for claim.

Grand Juries Convene in Winchester Courts Next Monday

Two grand juries will sit in Winchester for Circuit Court of Frederick County and Corporation Court cases. About five county cases and at least sixteen Corporation Court cases are slated, ranging from prohibition violations to robbery. Some indictments may extend beyond one day. Joe Dannie Ransom, charged with Lipkins killing, awaits trial. out of town defendants implicated in auto thefts are summoned. The county jail nears capacity with prisoners, while many awaiting indictments are free on bail.

Winchester Circuit Court Erick County Monay Corporation Court Whiting Joe Dannie Ransom Julius Lipkins James Ll One Walt) Asher C. H. McClintock Chambersburg-Pa Cisarion Pennsylvania

Child Wakes Family Finds House Ablaze

Four year old Virginia Eutsler awakened a smoke filled home at 7123 South Market and alerted her family to a cellar fire. The blaze started in the cellar stairs, rapidly checked by residents and a fire call. Damages estimated at 50 to 100 dollars with unknown origin. Virginia is daughter of G F Eutsler, Winchester Lumber Corp manager, living with his father the Rev D F Butsler.

Virginia Butsler D. F. Eutsler South Market D. F. Butsler Central Virginia Eutsler G. F. Eutsler Winchester Lumber Corporation

Notice to Report in Uniform for Drill Thursday Evening

Headquarters Company orders all members to report in uniform for drill Thursday at 7 30 p m No excuse accepted Lieutenant Peyton J Marshall 1st Lieutenant Headquarters Company rd Battalion 116th Infantry commanding

Peyton J. Marshall Rd Bn 116Th Inf Spip-21

Change in Bus Line Schedule for Harrisonburg Winchester

Beginning February 1 the motor bus leaving Harrisonburg at 8 30 a m for Winchester will leave at 7 a m. The return bus will depart Winchester at 11 a m instead of 2 20 p m as before. J A Towns Manager.

Harrisonburg Winchester J. A. Towns

Senate Leaders Seek Vote on Oil Lease Annulment

Republican and Democratic leaders move for a vote on the Walsh oil lease annulment resolution as debate starts in the Senate. Sen Norris argues for accountability while Glass questions presidential guidance on legal opinions amid calls for an investigation. Strawn and Gregory pledge immediate action with the president directing prosecution and civil relief. Physicians report Albert Fall in poor health prompting a committee to appoint three doctors to determine his exact condition. Department of Justice gathers testimony for the special counsel.

The Ted Press Washington Walsh Senate Norris Nebraska Congress Glass Virginia Naval Reserve Interior’ Department Strawn Fall Albert B. Fall Senate Oil Committee Department Department of Justice Coolidge Silas H. Strawn Chicago Thomas W. Gregory Austin Texas White House Denby

Special January Rate Ends January 31

January 31 marks the final day to lock in the Special January Rate with immediate payment encouraged. The notice urges customers to pay now to enjoy the discount before the period closes.

Haldeman Heads Produce Exchange of Philadelphia

Charles W. Haldeman, brother of J. S. Haldeman, elected unanimously president of the Philadelphia Produce Exchange. He is head of J. G. Haldeman and Brother, with plants in Harrisonburg and Winchester and a 120 acre Chester County farm. He serves as second vice president of the Drovers and Merchants National Bank and is active in the Frazier Presbyterian Church.

Charles W. Haldeman J. S. Haldeman Winchester Creamery Philadelphia Produce Exchange Financial and Commercial News Philadelphia Public Ledger Haldeman John Kerr High School Winchester Philadelphia Journal of Commerce Produce Exchange Man J. G. Haldeman

Harold Lloyd Comedy and Charles Ray at the Empire Tonight

Harold Lloyd and Charles Ray star in a comedy program at the Empire tonight with a lively show full of humor and laughs. A chance to win a free seat for The Covered Wagon is offered. Also for sale a New Essex Coach with extra equipment at less than market price, viewable at Mid City Garage.

Harold Lloyd Charles Ray the Empire Tonight New Essex Mid City Garage

Have You Paid Your The Star Subscription Prompts Payment

The Evening Star urges readers to renew subscriptions and pay now to lock in a 1924 discount, signaling urgency and a limited-time offer for the period ending January 21.

The Star Evening Star

Round Hill Presbyterian Social to Benefit Foreign Missions

The Missionary Society and Christian Endeavor of Round Hill Presbyterian Church host a social at Round Hill School House on Friday night February 1. Everyone invited. bring your pocketbook to support foreign missions. Ad includes Broadhead Dress and Suit Materials on page 7.

Round Hill the Missionary Society and Christian Endeavor of Round Hill Presbyterian Church Hill School Social Benefit Foreign Missions

Butler Defies Philadelphia Politicians Over Police Demotions

Brigadier General Smedley D. Butler, director of public safety, says he rejects political interference after demoting a police lieutenant over alleged inefficiency. Mayor Kendrick supports Butler, asserting the director has free rein. Butler reports most recommended demotions stood after hearings while 32 charges are unresolved and under review.

Associated Press Philadelphia Smedley D. Butler Public Safety Marine Corps Kendrick Butler

Science and religion are twin bedfellows says Dr Harris

The Rev Dr Carlton D Harris of Baltimore argues in a sermon that science and religion need not conflict and are separate but related pursuits. He cites misinterpretation of both fields, notes past scientific errors, and urges seeking truth through spiritual and empirical inquiry.

Carlton D. Harris Wilson Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church South Baltimore Harris Candler Hmary Beniversity

Fire Capt Forney Injured Directing Firemen

Captain Fred W. Forney of the Friendship Fire Company was directing men at a blaze on South Market street when attempting to enter a burning cellar entry. The platform collapsed and he fell into the blaze but fellow firefighters rescued him, leaving him with only slight injuries.

Fred W. Forney Friendship Fire Company D.F. Butsler South Market Street Capt. Forney

New Anahories by School Building Completion

The article notes next week as the target for completion of new anahories by School b ing, with a concert planned for February 7 featuring contralto and Miss Potter. Miss Potter, praised nationwide, will perform with Angelo Bostone and Cyrus Allian.

Pg Miter Theodore Kundzt Miss Potter Asais Angelo Bostone Cyrus Allian Pian Dulfer Baker’s Drug C. Neidemeyer’s Memorial Fund

Farmers Union Debate Set at Stephens City Meeting

The Farmers Union plans a debate at Stephens City in a school building on February 1. The event includes a joint meeting with music and recitations. O. L. Grim and H. A. Fun will present the affirmative and negative on the resolution supporting the farmers union.

Farmers’ “Union Stephens City Farmers’ Union O. L. Grim H. A. Fun

1924 Dog Taxes Due February First

Colonial Tongree notes that 1924 dog taxes are due and payable by February 1 with a five percent penalty if unpaid. Watts Sto¢t City references appear in the notice.

Watts

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