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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1923
Page
1
Readable fragments describe a political ballot measure with organizational names and dates. The item notes opposition groups and votes impacting a local government decision. No outcome is recorded in the readable text.
Winchester council in special session approves general tax ordinances including a rider that would raise property taxes by about 42 percent on tangible personal property. The measure ties to funding Handley Schools but keeps bonds stocks and bank money tax free, leaving school funding subject to possible future levies.
Senator L. 8. Epes reports in December 1922 that 4,000 miles of Virginia roads show 899.32 miles completed 192.96 miles under contract and funded 371.26 miles resurfaced. total 1,052.28 miles completed or financed while 853.26 miles remain gravel under maintenance. If only hard surfaced roads counted, 2,947.72 miles remain to be financed for completion. Estimates from Good Roads Association and federal aid are included with potential tax avenues. (Continued on page 4.)
Sir Horace Plunkett's Foxrock residence was burned after a raid that included a detonation blowing the front part. Raiders also destroyed Balbriggan coast guard station using three land mines, shattering windows as residents fled. Telegraph and telephone wires were cut before the explosions.
Mid-City Garage advertises 30X3 1 2 Goodyear tires with the price $10.95 and a free inner tube offer.
Notice states a five percent penalty will be added to 1923 dog taxes not paid by February 1st. Signed by WM. T. Barr, City Treasurer.
Review notes Wallace Reid in the picture Nice People shown at the Empire theatre. A small photo accompanies the feature promising a remarkable story about the film and its star as audiences line up for the first screenings.
A partial quorum approved water and general tax ordinances while the license tax was deferred. Sewer rates for large industries were removed for separate consideration, with rates to be set later. Real estate and personal property taxes stayed similar, with a possible future 50 cent increase for Hanitey Schools. An ordinance to borrow up to $15 000 for city needs was also passed unanimously.
Mrs B W Comb of Nashville cannot attend the centenary mass meeting at Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South this evening. Rev Dr Ivy of the Nashville Christian Advocate will take her place, with Rev Dr E H Rawlings also addressing. Meeting begins at 8 with presiding elder Rev Frank A Tyler and pastor Rev Boyd V Switzer taking part.
Three coopers perform skilled trimming and overhaul of slack barrels at the Brooklyn Cooperage Company located on Kay Highway in East Baltimore Maryland. The work required steady hands and precise measurements to ensure barrel integrity.
The Athletic Association presented its first minstrel show at the Empire Theatre last evening to a near full house. End Man McCann and stars Miss Isabelle McCann Miss Nancy Crisman and Miss Hilda Dean delivered standout performances with confident stage presence and refined humor.
Regular meeting of Friendship Fire Company No 1 scheduled for Thursday evening February 1 at 8 o clock. All members urged to attend as business of interest to every member will be discussed.
Mrs William C Hunt of Providence Rhode Island has returned from Washington where she underwent a surgical operation and will reside for a period with her mother Mrs Nannie Kremer on South Main Street. She is accompanied by her two young sons William and Richard Hunt.
Mrs. Lee Boxwell left for Alexandria after a long distance call informed her daughter Mrs. Bryan Kern is seriously ill. Relatives had no prior notice of her illness until the message arrived urging her to come.
Mrs Minnie Pfeiffer returns to Lynchburg Virginia after attending her brother Fredery W Quantz funeral. She had been staying with her sister Mrs John K Lewis and leaves yesterday for her Kentucky home. The League holds a regular monthly meeting at Mrs Lewis Hyde residence on Friday February 2 at 3 30 pm.
The Evening Star urges readers to renew now with a special January rate. It mentions savings for subscribers and highlights a limited renewal window.
Harrisonburg News-Record reports Senator Keezell dismisses threats from Robert Woolley head of the Virginia Highway Contractors Association regarding a $100000 defamation suit against The Winchester Star and Harrisonburg Daily News-Record. Woolley warns of retractions by February 5 prior to suit.
The three story brick building on North Main Street occupied by M. W. Clowe jeweler and Dr. George K. Heist dentist was sold by the W. H. Baker heirs to Henry R. and Roland T. Bryarly for 25000 dollars. Bryarly brothers will not possess the building by March 1 and may move into the Baker building after lease arrangements.
A tan pair of gloves belonging to a lady is reported lost near the Star office. The item is described as medium size and beige tan with no initials. Anyone with information urged to contact the Star office.
At Lausanne on January 31 Ishmet Inönü head of the Turkish delegation asks for a two week postponement before signing the peace and an eight day delay on the conference meeting to allow efforts to reach an agreement. London reports Turkish circles condemn the draft treaty as unacceptable and blame France for its perceived fecklessness while urging Turkey to be reasonable to secure peace.
The Winchester Chamber of Commerce through secretary Andrew Bell announces last minute hours to obtain automobile licenses. Frederick County commerce chamber rooms stay open tonight until 9 for license issuance. Delays after tonight will face fines. no excuses will be accepted.
A daughter was born here today to Richard Bars thelmess, a motion picture actor, and his wife, actress Mary ay, both known professionally in the industry.
Fragmented text reports shifting coal transport in Ruhr valley and German reaction to French actions. Mentions Pontourgau? colliding statements about Premier Poincaré and France, with sparse dates and locations in Berlin and Bral in.
Berlin January 31 Associated Press report says an explosion trapped miners in a Heinits mine. Several bodies were recovered but little hope remains for saving the imprisoned workers as rescue teams struggle amid debris and danger.
A 16 year old girl and a 19 year old boy from Kentucky reportedly eloped to Jeffersontown and married in Baltimore after registering at a hotel. Reporters said the couple, arranged by family for years, later stayed with the bride’s grandmother before planning further arrangements.
Manila July 31 report says the steamship Ajax was sunk off Formosa last week during a fierce storm while chasing the Paria. Twenty lives are lost and survivors could not be rescued. The incident follows a collision with the Paris amid raging seas. Mrs Frank H Kreb travels to Washington to join her sister undergoing emergency operations. A Lanet inquiry opened into a holdup and robbery by four men at the First N Hampton posts.
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