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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1915

Page

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Morgan shot at Glen Cove estate as intruder is captured

John Pierpont Morgan was wounded at his Glen Cove summer home when a man of German descent fired at him before being overpowered by Morgan and the butler. The assailant carried two sticks of dynamite and nitro glycerine. he claimed Morgan started a war and could stop it. Morgan’s condition described as not serious. stock market jittered then steadied.

Mr. Morgan New York Holt Cornell University Morgan Glen Cove John Pierpont Great Financial Appy Himelf Jorgan Sies Morgan Estate Luyster The Pellee F. Holt Cornet University

Miss Annie Boggs Dies At 76 In Frederick County

Miss Annie Elizabeth Boggs died at 2 20 a m after pneumonia at the home of Mr and Mrs Luther A Huyett near Ridgeway in Frederick County She was 76 She left a sister Miss Kate Boggs in Jefferson County West Virginia Her parents died in youth and she and relatives were left alone She became a nurse serving the Stephenson family and later cared for the Huyett household She also served as nurse for the Light family in Ridgeway Her devoted care of three families children defined her life Services at the Huyett home Monday at 10 a m were conducted by Rev W R Hardesty with burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery Lost bank check books are sought by reward. Return to Star office.

Annie Elizabeth Boggs Luther A. Huyett Ridgeway Frederick County Kate Boggs C. W. Hen- Shaw Jefferson County W. Va

Rector Will Talk To The Children At Anniversary

Rev Dr W D Smith marks tenth anniversary of his Christ Church rectorship with 11 am services. He will address the children for 20 minutes before the communion and sermon. Offering to support missionary emergency fund urged by Bishop Gibson and the parish. All are invited to attend both morning and 8 pm services.

Star W. D. Smith Christ Protestant Episcopal Church Gibson Congregation ‘of Christ Church

Death of Capt John William Magruder in Woodstock

Winchester reports the death at 4 PM of Capt John William Magruder aged 69 after four days of pneumonia. Civil War and Spanish American War veteran commanded Company A in the 2nd Virginia Regiment. Survived by wife, six sons, two daughters, and a church elder with funeral at the Woodstock Presbyterian Church attended by veterans and the Daughters of the Confederacy.

Winchester John William ‘Magruder Woodstock Magruder Frederick County Virginia J. ©. Baker Stephens City Virginia Cavalry Virginia Military Institute Lexington Presbyterian Church Fred. S. Anderson W. W. .Magruder William Donaldson Charles McGeehe Woodville Miss Lula Magruder Messrs Edward Magruder Washington Dunbar P. Magruder New Orleans Thomas Magruder Frank A. Magruder Princeton University John Magruder United States Army Manila Robert S. Magruder Syracuse N. Y J. A. McMurray Shenandoah Camp Confederate Veterans Shenandoah Daughters of the Confederacy

Wheat Insurance Offer For Fire and Lightning Coverage

Insure your wheat and straw against fire and lightning on any farm location. Short term protection offered by Hansbrough & Carter, Insurance, Loans and Investments. Both phones available.

Hansbrough & Carter

Banquet Held on Roof Garden at New Hotel Jack

The New Ho tel Jack roof garden hosted a well appointed banquet last night as a preview of its formal opening next week. About sixty attended, no ladies were present, and the meal with music lasted from nine to 11 30 under hotel management.

Jack

Music and Records Display At Wyndham & Sial

Music lovers are invited to browse a full line of Columbia Grafonolas records and supplies. New July records include works by Margaret Woodrow Wilson daughter of the president. Free dance instruction books advertised for visitors. A fragment notes appointive actions by Secretary Wilson naming Patrick Gilday and Clifton Reeves as conciliators.

Columbia Grafonolas Margaret Woodrow Wilson Wyndham & Sial Patrick Gilday Clifton Reeves

Explosion at Capitol Wrecks Senate Wing in Protest

A bomb wrecked the Senate wing reception room in the Capitol last night. A letter to the Washington Times claimed responsibility, dated July 1 and postmarked last night. Damage estimated at 600 dollars with mirror and two telephone booths damaged. no structural harm reported. The attacker targeted the Capitol as a protest against government policy in the present war.

The Star Washington Senate National Capitol Washington ‘Times R. Pearce Capitol

President Diaz of Mexico Dies in Paris

Gen Porfirio Diaz former president of Mexico died in Paris at 7 PM with his wife Senora Carmé Romero Rubio Diaz and their son Porfirio Diaz Jr. present. Born 1830 he led Mexico through conflict, resigned 1911, died after a long exile as Francisco Madero’s revolution shaped era. Huerta mourns Diaz and recalls past ties. A yard party by Co I is planned for July 15 16 17 for the organization.

Paris Porfirio Diaz Mexico General Diaz Senora Carméh Romero Rubio Diaz Porfirio Diaz, Jr General Dims Francisco Madero Vera Cruz Europe Lerdo EL Paso Texas Victoriano Huerta Diaz Co. I

Flames Damage Berryville Store in Virginia

Fire damaged the clothing and jewelry shop of David Willey in Berryville early this morning. Flames were seen in a rear shed and, though spreading quickly, firefighters and locals brought the blaze under control. Insurance covers the loss.

Berryville David Willey

Admiral Nicholson and Family Visit Local Town

Rear Admiral Reginald F. Nichol son United States Navy retired arrived with Mrs. Nicholson and Miss May Nicholson from Washington. They stayed overnight at the Hotel Jack and plan to spend the Fourth at Wakefield Manor with General and Mrs. Barnett. May Nicholson visits Amherst Street home of Dr. William P. McGuire. the Nicholsons previously stayed at Hotel Evans and registered with Mrs. Cooley in Pittsburg.

Reginald F. Nicholson United States Navy George Barnett Rey Aamonae Ae Winchester

Notice of Pony Con test vote return and lost eyeglasses

The Star retires from the Pony Con test and votes will be returned to the organizer on his return to Winchester, except 600 votes already delivered. Lost pair of gold eyeglasses between C V depot and Union Bank. Reward offered at 230 W Water Street.

Winchester C. V. Depot Union. Bank

Peace Welcomed By Labor Leader

London July 3 Ramsey Macdonald the Labour leader welcomed the German socialist manifesto calling workers in belligerent nations to seek peace. He said it is only the beginning and urged workers in other countries to respond and support propaganda. Stowell's Evergreen Sweet Maine Seed Potatoes Millet cow peas and Sey Beans also listed.

Wire To the Star London Ramsey Macdonald Pondieg Stowell Evergreen Sweet Maine

Jonah L Cather of Frederick County Dies at 62

Jonas Lupton Cather a respected Frederick county farmer and longtime resident of Amherst street died yesterday afternoon at his home. He was 62, born June 8. Funeral at his Amherst street home Sunday at 3 PM with burial in Mount Hope Cemetery. Rev Dr Alfred Jones officiating. pallbearers listed.

Jonah Lupton Cather Frederick County Amherst Street Mr. Cather Chambersville Cather Sithewel Miss Io Thomas Ca Or Messrs T. Cather Joe Cather John Cather R. B. Leatherman Mary A. Lupton James W. Whetzell Clearbrook Mount He Alfred Jones Opequont Memorial Church Kernstown County

Armenian A British Boat Armenian A British Boat

Washington July 3 The status of the British steamer Armenian was that of a British government boat Consul Washington at Liverpool notified the state department here today Prior to her last voyage she was requisitioned by the British admiralty Although the requisition had been terminated the ship had not yet been restored to the Leyland line

the Star Washington Liverpool State Department Admiralty Leyland Line

Attractive Welsh's Grape Juice Window Display Charms Main Street

A colorful window at Sartelle's confectionery showcasing Welsh's Grape Juice drew many pedestrians on Main Street. Claude Cline organized the display, which featured novel ideas and was photographed by Barr. Cline entered a contest conducted by the grape juice company.

Sartelle Main Street Claude Cline Startelle Barr Cline Grape Juice

Yard Party Announcement at Cooper's on Martinsburg Pike

An evening yard party is advertised at N. Cooper's location on Martinsburg Pike, with directions about travel distance noted as 21-2 miles. The notice mentions Benet Wiener and Packing and Seals, with items such as pages, bags, suitcases and other accessories listed for sale or display.

Cooper Martinsburg Pike Benet Wiener

Admonitions and Fourth of July Celebration in Winchester 1876

Fragmented reminiscence of a July 4 1876 centennial celebration in Winchester detailing a torch parade through city streets, a market-house mass, and addresses by local figures. It notes portraits of Revolutionary leaders and a fireworks display, with testimonials to Virginia’s independence and the town’s historical ties.

Acroat & Tittle Handley Library Winchester Pendence William L H. M. Ht. G. Baker de Virginia Lee Jefferson Daniel Morgan Kurtz Sperry Lauck Schultze

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wall, Street Morgan Concern Annie Boggs L. A. Huyett Shenandoah Valley Bank Star Office Pneumonya J. W. Magruder Virginia Valley the Capitol President Diaz OF Mexico Gen. Huerta Admiral Nicholson Cooley Pittsburg Hotel Evans Jonah L. Gather Mplinging and Seal's Countess of Warwick Wheor
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