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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1938

Page

2

Championship Golf Tournament Opens at Winchester Club

The Winchester Golf Club began its annual club championship with parings for the first and second flights announced by Carl Campbell. Sixty four players vie for the title won last year by Clarke Cooper, with finals scheduled between July 23 and 31 and Bi-State league action set for Bedford Springs on August 14.

Winchester Golf Club Carl Campbell Clarke Cooper Ryden P. Glaize Kerlin Grimm Cooper Stone Goss Weems Arnold F. Glaize Fowle Scully Campbell Read Kern Hill Arthur Schroth Cline Buncutter Bosserman Goode R. White Marshall G. White Hawthorne Page Gibeon Cather Harris McKee Fay Bedford Springs Purcellville Winchester Martinsburg Alexandria

Death of Mrs H N Taplin Native of Frederick County

Frederick county friends report the death of Mrs Horatio N Taplin a Maryland Colonial Dames charter member and longtime Washington D C resident She died June 12 at Westmoreland Apartments in Washington D C Funeral services were held June 13 at St Johns Episcopal Church Montpelier Vermont where her husband’s home was She was born in Clearbrook Frederick County to Edward and Virginia Jolliffe later moving to Washington with her husband and had no children She belonged to the Colonial Dames Society of Maryland and the Washington Club

Frederick County Horatio N.taplin Club of Colonial Dames Washington, D. C Westmoreland Apartments St. John’s Episcopal Church Sixteenth and H. Streets N. W Montpelier Taplin Redfield Proctor Vermont Clearbrook Edward Virginia Page Jolliffe Washington Senator Proctor Colonial Dames Society Maryland Washington Club

Fire Station Dedication Marred by Fire at Cole Residence

San Francisco dedication ceremonies for the Marina fire station went on schedule until James Cole began introducing the mayor. An alarm sounded and firefighters rushed from the new building to battle a blaze at Cole's house.

San Francisco Marina James Cole Cole

Toronto Leader Elected Grand Monarch in Cleveland

Edward Blake Winter of Toronto Ontario has been chosen as grand monarch of the Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm at the Cleveland convention. He previously served as deputy grand monarch last year.

Edward Blake Winter Toronto Ontario Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Cleveland Central Press

Identifies Tooth As That Of A Lion

Four teeth found at a lime quarry near Limeton Virginia were identified by Dr. Charles W. Gilmore of the National Museum Washington as from an extinct lion once in this region. Two other teeth were from an ancient bear and another from an extinct tapir. The teeth were found years ago in a clay pocket about 20 feet underground and were studied after delivery to Washington.

Limeton Charles W. Gilmore National Museum Washington, D. C Maryland Pennsylvania Florida California Gilmore Virginia Washington Theodore Massaeus Limeton Lime Company John W. Bailey University of Richmond

New Novel by Maud Diver Set in India

Maud Diver's The Dream Prevails, a sequel to The Singer Passes, portrays Anglo Indian life. The work advocates harmony between India and England, through vivid dialogue and eastern coloring, and urges liberal attitudes on both races. Borrowable at Handley Library.

Maud Diver India England Himalayas Handley Library

Lutherans Present Sound Film The Thunder of the Sea

The Rev. E. B. Smith announces that a sound motion picture The Thunder of the Sea will be shown at St. John's Mt Williams July 6 and at St. James Zepp July 7 at 8 PM. Free educational film marks the United Lutheran Churchs 20th anniversary with music by Gershwin and Dvorak. The production features historic Lutheran figures Muhlenberg and Peter Muhlenberg and most scenes filmed at original sites.

E. B. Smith St. John’s ‘Lutheran Church Mt. Williams St. James’ Church Zepp W. T. Elson Philadelphia United Lutheran Church In America Justus Fallkner America George Gershwin Dvorak New World Symphony Muhlenberg Pennsylvania Trappe Peter Muhlenberg Woodstock

Radio Highlights New York July 2

Radio listings announce President Roosevelt speech from Marietta Ohio Friday morning marking the Northwest Territory anniversary. Sunday's schedule features the Gettysburg Anniversary event on multiple stations and Roosevelt’s Dedication Peace Monument address.

New York Roosevelt Marietta Ohio Northwest Territory WJZ NBC WABC CBS WOR Raymond Leslie Buell Europe WEAF Chicago Charlie McCarthy Phil Spitalny Everybody’s Music Guy Lombardo Lewisohn Henry King Magic Key WLW Norman Cloutier

Heroes Not Wanted in Del Monte Matrimonial Vote

Gamma Phi Beta girls at the international convention in Del Monte Calif rejected the average college athletic star as a marriage partner by a three to one vote. The article reflects campus hero stereotypes and sorority standards discussed at the gathering.

del Monte Calif Gamma Phi Beta

Winchester Salesman Dies in West Virginia at 67

John William Miller of Yellow Springs West Virginia died at 2 pm in his sixty eighth year. Funeral held at his home with Rev Ralph B Cather and two assistants. Interment in Wardensville cemetery. Survived by widow Ida May Miller nine children three brothers and two sisters. Children listed with several towns in West Virginia Maryland and Rhode Island.

John William Miller Yellow Springs W. Va Ralph B. Cather C. H. Anderson Luther McFarland Wardensville Pauline V. May Newport, R. I

Mount Pleasant Children's Day Program Highlights Local Church

Children of the United Brethren Church in Mount Pleasant Virginia presented a June 19 program before a large audience. The event featured songs, recitations, and exercises by many children including Raymond Racey Jr and Ruth Perry, with offerings collected and a closing benediction and pantomime.

Mount Pleasant The United Brethren Church Jesus Raymond Racey Jeanette Racey Ruth Perry Martha Racey Mildred Racey Naomi Racey Lucille Perry God Hazel Racey Eer Smoke Paste

First Time Out Angler Lands 45 Pound Bonito

Garland W. Morris of 302 West Boscawen Street Cape Charles reports a remarkable fishing day with a 45 pound bonito hauled ashore after a 30 minute battle. The Cape Charles area 10 miles offshore has seen unusually good catches with bonito channel bass horn fish and a large shark offering sport over the past days. Morris plans more fishing trips following the impressive 45 pound catch and notes the sting of the horn fish was over a foot long.

Garland W. Morris West Boscawen Street Chemical Company Cape Charles Tropics Mr. Morris Morris

Last Rites For Priest Massey Recalls Career Across Diocese

The funeral for Rev. Father John J. Massey, a Winchester native, drew priests and relatives from across the diocese. He died Thursday at St. Charles Church Clarendon after a brief illness, with mass at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart and burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery Richmond. He served at Sacred Heart Cathedral, St. James Hopewell, Xaverian novitiate chaplain at Old Point Comfort, and churches in Roanoke Norfolk Newport News and Harpers Ferry. His sister Mrs. J P Stryker and brother J Frank Massey of Washington, D. C. survive.

John J. Massey Winchester St. Charles Church Clarendon Richmond Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Holy Name Society John A. Curran EF. A. Brosnan St. Mary’s Church Norfolk Peter L. Ireton Mount Calvary Cemetery Father Massey Sacred Heart Cathedral Sacred Heart Xaverian Brothers Old Point Comfort St. James Church Hopewell Roanoke Newport News Harpers Ferry J. P. Stryker J. Frank

Man Killed Crossing Route 250 Near Waynesboro

An elderly Waynesboro resident L. W. Sandridge died after being struck by a car while crossing Route 250 near Waynesboro. E. B. Roller, Augusta County youth, was taken into custody on charges of careless and reckless driving. Roller posted $500 bond for October court appearance.

Staunton Waynesboro R. L. Switzer L. W. Sandridge G. M. Gilkeson E. B. Roller Augusta County Sandridge Waynesboro Community Hospital Roller

Evening Star Prompt Delivery Service in Winchester

Winchester readers may run to receive the Evening Star with prompt delivery via Cu Postal Telegraph at no charge for this service.

Winchester

Vacation Church School Closes At Presbyterian Church

The Vacation Church School at the Presbyterian Church ended with a pastor led program. Three departments participated and certificates were awarded. Attendance averaged 180 with 236 total enrollment. Twenty four youths attended Massanetta Springs conferences last week and the prior week.

Presbyterian Church Ronald S. Wilson Lillian Sheetz Rouss Springs Park Vacation Church Massanetta Springs

Virginians Pay Record U S Taxes With 202 Million Total

Richmond July 2 The collector of internal revenue N B Early Jr reports Virginians paid 202 251 279 45 to Uncle Sam in the just ended fiscal year the highest total ever. Stamps led at 157 174 486 51 with income taxes 28 789 339 98 and social security related collections rising to 10 246 049 07.

Richmond Internal Revenue N. B. Earry, Jr Uncle Virginia

McIlwee Municipal Band Delights Crowds In City Hall Plaza Concert

A large audience enjoyed the McIlwee Municipal Band in a concert on the City Hall plaza directed by Prof. W. H. McIlwee. Traffic along Cameron Street was diverted for the program. The band plans more concerts for Winchester Frederick and nearby counties with program titles including Marche et Cortège Le Reine de Saba Gounod Overture Stradella Humoresque False Alarm Lincoln Medley Yankee Rhythm Victor Herbert's Favorites Repast Band and more.

McIlwee W. H. Mcllwee Cameron Street Winchester Frederick Gounod Stradella Floto Dvorak Verdi Lincoln Mayhew Lake Victor Herbert Lake

Hamilton To Lay Wreath On Jefferson Tomb

John Hamilton chairing the Republican National Committee will lay a wreath on Thomas Jefferson’s grave at Monticello near Charlottesville on July Fourth. He will address UVA Institute of Public Affairs in the morning and speak on The Aims of the Republican Party. A luncheon follows at Farmington Country Club.

Washington John Hamilton Republican National Committee Thomas Jefferson Monticillo Charlottesville Jefferson Hamilton Institute of Public Affairs University of Virginia Columbia Broadcasting System Henry A. Wise Murray Boocock Clarence R. Ahalt Farmington Country Club Ahalt Jefferson Grave Franklyn Waltman

Independence Day Sermon and Church Schedule

John Mann M. E. Church at 313 South Kent Street lists Sunday School at 10 am, morning worship at 11 am with a sermon on The Principle by Which A Nation Is Exalted. Evening Worship at 8:15 pm on Some of the Makers of American History, Epworth League at 7:15 pm, and midweek prayer service on Wednesday night.

South Kent Street Epworth League

Homemaker's Advisors Meet Week of July 4 9

The county advisory board schedules a July 4 to 9 program led by Home Agent Miss Madeline Blair. Activities include 4-H Club meetings, a Gore 4-H Club picnic, a Bruce Town demonstration on Frozen Desserts, and a county council yard party to fund delegate travel with Bingo as entertainment.

Madeline Blair Blacksburg Ary 4-H Armer School Wolford’s Brucetown Blair Miller 4-H Club County Court House

Uncle Sam's Almanac promotion ad in Winchester Star

A promotional snippet for Uncle Sam's Almanac touts it as a durable, no advertising family reference with household hints calendar pages and political data. Readers are urged to order by returning ten cents with name and address to the Information Bureau in Washington D C.

Uncle Sam

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Winchester Club Clark Cooper John W. Rosenberger and Co., Inc Braddock St E. Blake Winter Tae Firestone N. Main St St. John’s St. James MBS Larry Clinton Dale Carnegie Cincinnati Pites J.w.miller Charles Miller McCauley W Va James Miller Samuel Miller Jennie Landaker Gore, Va Grace Miller Opequon LUX, Rinso Lifebuoy Soap LUX Soap Sco G. W. Morris Large Bible School U. S John Mann M. E. Church Colored East Cork St J. W. Langford Pine Motor CO F.H.A Bollens O’connell Homemaker’s Advisors County Council New Gainesboro Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau Frederic J. Haskin South Main
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