Ready to Struggle for World Title in Jersey City
Pegraves trains for Jer sey City in a special car as he prepares to contend for the world title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pegraves
Jersey City
Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1921
Page
1
Dempsey Carpentier Fight Fueling New York Hype
Crowded New York hotels and bustling activity mark days before the Dempsey Carpentier bout. Fans gather in Jersey City as Dempsey prepares for a guarded, quiet camp, while Carpentier trains under manager Deschamps. public interest soars with advance ticket sales nearing 1.5 million dollars and hotel chatter filling the city.
Nelson named new rector of Christ Church Winchester
The vestry announced Rev. Robert B. Nelson has accepted the call to become rector of Christ Church Winchester arriving in late July and to assume duties August 1. Nelson, a Virginia native, 46, is married with five children and is a UVA and Alexandria Theological Seminary graduate who served as Army chaplain in World War I. He has worked with Public Health Service and Virginia State Board of Health since leaving the service and recently led services at Christ Church, prompting the selection by the vestry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Protestant Episcopal Church
Winchester
Robert B. Nelson
Theological Seminary
Alexandria
Ison
Christ Church
Nelson
Christ ‘Church
Robert A. Goodwin
China
University of Virginia
Episcopal ‘Theological Seminary
United States
Government
Public Health’ Service
State Board of Health of
Virginia
Episcopal Church
Christ: Church
Goodwin
Eve
R. T Barton
Mmander
Virginia Department
Virginia Department of the
War Department
Department
Legion
Galbraith
American Legion
Col. F. *W. Galbraith
Comander
Indianapolis
Mr. Galbraith
Two Homes and Farm Offer on Main Street
Notice describes two comfortable homes on Main St and a small farm two miles from Winchester. An eight room bungalow with hot air heat and outbuildings, good water, near school and church. Small down payment and monthly payments similar to rent, offered by George B. Chapman, Ford Agency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main St
Winchester
George B. Chapman
Ford Agency
Reward Contest at Joliffe Studio for Film Submissions
A promotional contest offers prizes for the greatest number of films developed and printed at Joliffe Studio July 6 to 16. Second prize is a framed enlargement, third a mounted enlargement, and fourth a roll of film. Promoter Rickard announced sales totals up to 10 am, with $1,250,000 gross receipts reported and expectations to exceed $1,500,000 with tomorrow’s seat sales. Weather forecast predicts warm, generally fair conditions for the Dempsey Carpentier fight, easing concerns about intense sun at Boyle's Thirty Acres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jolliffe Studio
Atom
Morrow
Rickard
Washington
Weather Bureau
Boyle
Virginia Legion drives aid to ex servicemen nationwide
The Virginia American Legion state drive opened in Winchester and expands to the Valley of Virginia, aiding veterans with compensation claims and disabled status. Leaders urge support for civilian camps, emphasizing citizenship duties and voluntary attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Virginia Department of the American Legion
Winchester
Washington
Valley
Virginia
Speeding Truck Fined in Local Court
G C Stouffer of Hagerstown Maryland motor vehicle inspector for Standard Oil was arrested by Motorcycle Patrolman C C Clark for speeding through city streets. He was arraigned before Magistrate Worsley and found guilty, fined ten dollars plus fourteen dollars costs, and paid before departing for Hagerstown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerstown
Standard Oil Company
C. C. Clark
Stouffer
Cash Register National Sale Notice
Classified item listing notes a cash register from National brand for sale and suggests a store or league venue listing the item in brief. No clear location or date provided.
WALLIS Tractor Offers High Reserve Power And Low Cost
The WALLIS tractor features ample reserve power for steep hills and heavy loads, promising longer life and lower upkeep costs. It develops a draw bar pull greater than its own weight, is economical per acre, and is offered at a substantially reduced price with convenient terms by Winchester Orchard Sup. Co at 301 N. Market St. Phone 313.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallis
Winchester Orchard
Market St
P-T
For Sale High-grade Talking Machine in Mahogany
For sale a high grade talking machine in mahogany with records. Will sell cheap or exchange for an upright piano. J. J. VonWitt at 25 West Cork Street. Ip
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. VonWitt
Cork St
Wanted Corn from crib near town at saving price
Rumsey Smith of Hanging Rock West Virginia seeks a few truckloads of corn from crib within reasonable distance at a saving price. He will be at Winchester City Meat Market on Friday morning to arrange pickup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crib
Winchester
Care City
Rumsey Smith
Hanging Rock
W. Va
Capon Bridge
Boy Scout Yard Sale Delayed by Rain Rescheduled Tonight
The Boy Scout yard sale could not be held last night due to rain but will proceed tonight and tomorrow night. The notice promises beautiful cakes and a selection of tasty treats for sale to raise funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BOY Scout Yard
Northern VA power bonds pitched by Hansbrough Carter
Advertises high yield investment in 732 percent bonds from Northern Virginia Power Co through Hansbrough and Carter Insurance Loans Real Estate Winchester VA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern VA Power CO
Hansbrough & Carter
Winchester
Notice of Holiday Closure for July 4th
The notice states that on Monday July 4th no cream will be received as it is a legal holiday and a May holiday for workers. names J HALDEMAN E J SNAPP are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haldeman
J. Snapp
Williams to Speak at University Fourth of July Program
Mr R Gray Williams accepts invitation to deliver the principal address in the McIntire Greek Amphitheatre at the University of Virginia during the Fourth of July exercises. About two thousand summer school students are present with more than three thousand expected spectators. The amphitheatre, gifted by Mt McIntire and Charlottesville and New York, seats over three thousand and houses a grand pipe organ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Gray Williams
McIntire
University of Virginia
University Summer School
Thomas Jefferson
Charles .G. Maphis
J. L. Maphis
Winchester
Watermelons hoped for delivery in Winchester
Watermelons expected Thursday from SAM JAMES at C. V. Depot in Winchester Virginia. A lawn party will be held Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. Martin Wisecarver 302 Amherst Street by the Woman's Missionary Society of the Church of South. If rain occurs the event will be moved to the following evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Missionary Society
M. FE. Church
South
Martin Wisecarver
Amherst St
Rabies fear leads board to confine all city dogs
The Board of Health orders all dogs in the city confined until examination confirms rabies status after a dog that bit people and other dogs was killed. No dog may be allowed loose on streets and police are to enforce the order. Walter Cox M D secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Walter Cox
M. D
Summer Apples Now Buying at Sam Haines Warehouse
Local fruit buyers announce purchases of summer apples at Sam Haines warehouse near the grain elevator and C. V. Depot in Winchester Virginia. Contacts listed with phone number 476 for pickup and pricing notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SAM Haines
People's Bank Stephens City Announces 4 Percent CD Rate
The People's Bank of Stephens City will pay 4 percent interest on deposits for six months or longer. Certificates of deposit issued for $100 and over are eligible. Russell A. Shryock, Cash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Bank
Stephens City
Boy Scout Yard Party At Gray's Lawn Ideal Evening Outing
Hose garden and lawn hose advertised by J. S. Miller & Bro hardware. Boy Scout yard party runs Thursday to Saturday night at Gray's lawn National Ave. Enjoy home made cakes pies candy ice cream and soft drinks from 7 to 11 30 p.m. Ideal location for an evening outing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gray's Lawn
National Ave
Holiday schedule notes Star not issued on July 4th
The Star will not be issued on Monday July 4th as per custom. Mrs M G Rushton of Manatee Pla and Mrs Henry Schneider Jr and her two sons of Chicago are guests of Mrs Schneiders parents Mr and Mrs Jack Steele at their National avenue home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. G. Rushton
Manatee
Pla
Henry. Schneider, Jr
Chicago
Schneiders
Jack Steele
National Avenue
Valley men on slate of Republicans in Virginia race
A Baltimore American Virginia correspondent reports Republicans energy for state convention in Norfolk on July 14. Valley men expected on the ticket include John Paul for attorney general and Burder Bowman for commissioner. Shenandoah and Winchester Republicans push for strong show at the state convention and in the House of Delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Baltimore American
Harry St. George Tucker
E. Lee Trinkle
Norfolk
Col
Henry W. Anderson
Richmond
Jean Red Cross
Homer, J. Ferguson
Newport News
United States Chamber, of Commerce
Newport News Duydock and Ship-building Corporation
Burder B. Bowman
Shen
Ly Oe
Paul
Winchester
Im Fe
Diebelet
Harrison
Shenandoah County
Strasburg
Allen
Mount Jackson
House of Delegates
Rockingham Ablicans
Harrisonburg
Rockingham
Frederick County
Frederick
Legion Men Demand Dempsey Be Forced To Fight
The American Legion of the District of Columbia calls Jack Dempsey arch-slacker of the war. They have sent a telegram to Georges Carpentier, challenger for the world heavyweight title, urging him to win and wishing him good luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Brartalone
Jack Dempsey
American Legion of the
District of Columbia
Georges Carpentier
Chapman Auto Sales Offers Largest Selection Yet
Notice of a ten percent price cut on The Star subscriptions by mail and a large rebuilt Ford selection at Chapman Auto Sales with easy terms. Also a funeral attendance note for Mr George E McCartney by Afr and Mrs Joseph McCartrey of Hagerstown Md.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman
Seipse
Star
Joseph McCartrey
Hagerstown, Md
Rabies scare as dog killed after biting multiple in Washington
A large pointer dog killed after biting two dogs in Washington is being examined by Pasteur Institute specialists. Major R T Bar reports the animal showed rabies symptoms. residents recall similar cases, while police closed streets as fear spread. The dog’s owner, Major Barton, was away on Legion business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasteur
Washington
R.T. Bar
B. W. Boland
T Board of Health
Menry
Highland
Kern
Haines
Franck Baker
R Barton
Washington Street
Armel
Barton
Virginia Department
American Legion
Darktown Scandal Scores at ieee Op
A brief item records an event titled Darktown Scandal at ieee with operation noted as ee) et, reflecting a local or campus science or tech context and a notable performance or outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ieee
Darktown Scandals amuse with clean cut musical comedy
A local theater presented a clean cut musical comedy last night to an audience. The two comedians carried the show with light entertainment and what rang as a lively performance. Prices listed include tax with an engaged crowd hoping for another show tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pany
Pilus
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PIG
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Georges Catattic
Nts
Tomer
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Kasack Kearns
Bonea
Dempand
Toledo
Surapsey
N. Y
Ley Wilson
Gates
Wilpaid
Deschamps
New York la
Inis Rooms
Hallhey
Carpentier
Wigherty
Christ. Church
Camera Jolliefe
Gore
Bank
S.O. S
Pannett
Robert Worsley
Russell Hook
Western Frederick Bank
Miller’s
National
League Ghoe
MR. Williams
Georgia
Sam James
C. V. Depot
Winchester, Va
Russell A. Shryock
J. S. Miller & Bro
John Paul and
Burder Bowman
Norfolk Ticket
Dempsey
Cae
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