Eleven Villages Taken in Big Push Front
Paris and London dispatches report Allied forces breaking the German second line along the Somme. Three miles captured between Mericourt wood and Assevillers, Herdrecourt stormed, and German positions near La Boisselle and Monteauban pushed back. Villages seized total eleven since the offensive began with heavy artillery and air activity noted at Loumitza and Stroumnitza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Gers
Somme
French War Office
Mereaucourt Wood
Assevillers
Herdrecourt
Wstreft
London
Verdun
la Boisselle
Monteauban
Saloniki
Loumitza
Fort Ruppel
Stroumnitza
Notice urged Sarah Zane Fire Co members to meet for parade
Urgent notice calls all Sarah Zane Fire Co members in uniform to gather at the Engine House tomorrow at 1 p m to participate in the Fourth of July parade. It notes Mr Edward Smith of Harrisburg was registered at Hotel Evans and mentions Mamie Muse traveling to Wilmington, Delaware.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Zane Fire Co
Edward Smith
Harrisburg, Pa
Hotel
Evans
Local Virginia regiments prepare for Mexican border move
The First and Second Virginia Regiments plan to depart Richmond for the border by Wednesday, with Col. Perry and Col. Leedy commanding. Troops load equipment at Camp Henry C. Stuart while authorities consider last minute orders from Washington. Brownsville, Texas is cited as the destination. allowances include 21 cents daily and travel by Southern Railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Sommes
Richmond
Virginia
Ent
Washington
War Department
Robert F. Leedy
Luray
Henry C. Stuart
Winchester
R. Y. Conrad
Southern Railway
Brownsville
Texas
William J. Perry
Staunton
Hadeen
Pershing Moves Near Border Urges Avoiding Clash
Washington July 3. Secretary Lansing reaffirmed no change in policy toward Mexico. The State and War departments refused to assume responsibility for General Pershing’s actions, noting his forces remain at most 100 miles north of the international boundary to avert conflict with Mexican forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Pershing
HIG
Rio Grande
State
War Departments
Pershing
Wilson
Congress
The
Star
Washington
Mexico
Lansing
John J. Pershing
International
Diplomats Pressure Washington On Carranza
Latin American diplomats in Mexico City push for a Carranza reply to the U S demand outlining his aims toward U S troops in Mexico. Pershing tightens lines and positions along the border as U S forces prepare for action while Congress adjourns for July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mexico City
Carranza
Mexico
United States
Pershing
United Stattes
General Pershing
State Department
Tecess
Marine Killed in San Domingo near Monte Cristo
Washington reports Private Mills of the 334th company of marines was killed in a battle with revolutionists near Monte Cristo in San Domingo. Sergeant Ferrando Barrier and Lieut Roben along with Trumpeter Goldsmith were wounded in related clashes near Puerto Plata and Santiago. Colonel Pendleton, commanding the marines, said a force met 100 revolutionists and killed Private Milly, with natives casualties not given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Star
Washington
Mills
Monte Cristo
San Domingo
Navy Department
Puerto Plata
Ferrando Barrier
Roben
Goldsmith
Pendleton
Santiago
Milly
Local War Relief Update Receives New Donation
The Star reports a fresh donation of 3 from Mrs Melvin Green bringing total contributions for families of local soldiers possible to be called to active service in Mexico to 228 50 Provisions from county and city residents for Mrs C J Iver home South Market Street are requested and appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Mexico
Melvin Green
Scout Troop 1 reports in uniform at headquarters
Boy Scouts of Troop 1 report in uniform at scout headquarters Tuesday at a quarter after one o'clock. Coalition note lists seeds and planting guidance including alfalfa seed cow peas and soy beans with a deadline July 15. Signed by H. B. Baker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts of Troop 1
Maine
Hi. Baker
East Piccadilly St
Ardent Lover Breaks Ribs of Sweetheart in Farewell Squeeze
In Altoona on July 2 a Sheridan Troop member allegedly injured his Tyrone sweetheart before departure for Mount Gretna. She reported severe side pains. doctors then said the parting embrace fractured two ribs. Her name is withheld to save her embarrassment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altoona
Sheridan
Mount Gretna
Mrs Cather Trip To Fairmont Guests Md Family
Mrs T R Cather left this morning for Fairmont West Virginia to visit her parents Mr and Mrs Menear and Mr and Mrs Samuel Grafton of Frederick Maryland who stay with the Misses McCormick at their residence No 19 North Washington Street. Ta
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. R. Cather
Fairmont
W. Va
Mrs. Menear
Samuel Grafton
Hrederick, Md
McCormick
Washington Streets
Hiner Answers S O S Call For News
The Harrisonburg Daily News-Record credits Western Union operators George Hiner and manager Wine for a midnight S O S transmission during a storm that killed long distance wires. Hiner, a Winchester native, set up up-to-date news through the wire to 3 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisonburg
Daily News Record
Western Union
Hiner
Wanted Experienced Cook Apply Bell Phone 2511
Wanted a colored man or woman to cook. Will pay $4 per week. Bell phone 2511. Write Box 185. A 3-1o-21. Mlle. Barbier who attended the Lowry Henning wedding and guest Louise Henning have returned to Washington. Miss S McGoldric of Bristol Tenn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell Phone
Mlle. Barbier
Louise Henning
Washington
Winchester to Light Up White Way on Fourth of July
Electrical engineers report rapid progress on cables and posts for Winchester’s new white way. Tests show no defects and once globes are placed, the town will be lit for the first time, with power expected to be turned on tomorrow night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
White Way
Reading notices deadline at one o'clock
The Star announces a firm deadline for reading notices at the business office by 1 PM for the current day's issue and warns that notices received after that time will not be published. It notes delays caused by late notices and stresses enforcing the cutoff.
Winchester Ready for Fourth of July Celebrations
Winchester prepares for Independence Day with a patriotic buildup. A daytime parade will feature autos and bands, ending at the fair grounds for races and events, followed by fireworks at night pending favorable weather. banks libraries and many workplaces will close for the holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
United States
Weather Bureau
Washington
Friendship Fire O Members to Attend July 4 Parade
Members are urged to meet at their hall promptly at 130 p m Tuesday to enter in the July 4 parade. All who have extra caps and belts please bring them to the meeting point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oring the Wrothe
Will of Mrs. Fannie Hull Probated in Shenandoah Court
The last will and codicil of Mrs. Fannie C Hull, who died after a short illness, were probated in the Corporation Court. The will directs sale of nearly all property including homes at 119 West Water and 115 West Water and 203 East Water, and stock in Shenandoah Valley National Bank. It provides 2000 for executor directions, funds for a tombstone, and legacies to cousins Georgia and Pauline Shoop. Residue goes to Winchester Memorial Hospital trustees. Estate valued around 10000. Maurice M Lynch named executor with bond. Appraisers I N Good, W G Hardy, G M Hansbrough, R A Denny, M T Reed named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie C. Hull
Ilness
Corporation Court
William G. Hardy
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Rose Janney
Pauline Shoop
Blanch Shoop
Braddock Street
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Maurice M. Lynch
Messrs
I. N. Good
Ww. G. Hardy
G. M. Hansbrough
R. A. Denny
M. T. Reed
Business Hours Change Notice for Baker and Cooper Bros
During July and August Baker and Coopers places of business close at 3 o clock on Saturdays. The notice is from Baker and Co. and Cooper Bros, dated 6-30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker & CO
Cooper ‘Bros
Severe storm floods Rockingham and Augusta counties
A powerful electric storm Sunday battered Rockingham and Augusta counties Virginia, with floodwaters four feet deep on the turnpike and water into lower floors. Mount Sidney and Burketown saw peak tides, fences washed away, and farms damaged as wheat sheaves were carried downstream. Motorists and rescue crews, led by Frank Van Pelt with an International truck, ferried cars through flooded areas while communities counted the cost. Nearby Winchester and surrounding counties reported wind, rain, and lightning but limited damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockingham Coun
Augusta County
Staunton
Virginia
Mount Sidney
Nightburg
Burketown
Ray
Seuceanial
Frank Vanpelt
Winchester
Virtinia Valley
Examination notices for teachers and tax inquiries
Notice announces 1916 tax interrogatories distribution and urges prompt return. It also advertises teacher certificate examinations at John Kerr School Building Winchester on July 19 20 and 21 starting at 9 a m. The notice is signed by J L Map his and Maurice M Lynch and includes unrelated ads and a lost money reward at 456 Market Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kerr School
Winchester
Virginia
Maurice M. Lynch
Winchester Athletic Club Meeting For Parade Formation
Winchester Athletic Club members will assemble at their hall tomorrow at 1 o clock to form in line for a parade. BH. C Yost vice president and J H Seal secretary sign the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Athletic Club
Limi
BH. C. Yost
V. Prest
J .H. Seal
Disorderly Conduct Fined in City Lavatory Incident
William Peterson, a noted local resident, was fined $3.50 in police court by Justice F H Krebs after being convicted of disorderly conduct at the public lavatory under the courthouse steps. Janitor Hawkins, a special policeman, found Peterson in the women’s section and reported the incident. He was given the option of thirty days in jail but paid the fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Peterson
F. H. Krebs
L. Hawkins
Court House
Hawkins
Peterson
Money to Lend in Sums to Guilt Borrower
A notice concerns a loan to a named individual James P. Reardon dated June 30. It references a guilt borrower and a ledger entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. Reardon
Boy Scouts Invite Third Troop Parade Assembly
The Third Troop of Boy Scouts will meet in uniform at the Scout Room on July Ath at 1.30 p m to march on Parade Ball lake.
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Sarah
Zane
Pittsburgh
Mamie Muse
Manning
Wilmington
Del
Jex
Moling & Seal
Executive Branch
New York
Guard
Funston
Burrage
Nebraska
Sumner
Vera Cruz
Yicatan
Buffalo
Mazatlan
San Diego
Cal
Winchester Mann
Mr. Hiner
S. McGoldric
Bristol, Tenn
Handley Library
Upper Valley
Valley Turnpike
Commissioner of Revenue
H. R. Bryarly & Bro
Market’ St
Pughtown
Fogle
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