Three Day Moose Celebration Planned in City
A large Loyal Order of Moose meeting announced a three day local festival next week. The event features the Marine Band and Army Band Orchestra, parades, a Friday night dance on Market Street, and a Thursday film program with speeches by Washington leaders. Admission is by card, with many committees coordinating decorations, welcome efforts, and entertainment for visitors from Washington and beyond.
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Mooge
Focal Lodge
Chester
Satone
Marine Band
Army
Fae
Washington
Morrow
Prostair
Mafshe ‘Band
Empire Eicenees
Babe
Lee Fisher
C. D. Barnett
Marion Anderson
The
Moose
Market Street
Army Band
B. Harloe
Kenneth Rush
J. B. Pathe
Henry F. Seal
Jack
Stockholders Meeting Notice for George Washington Hotel
A general meeting of stockholders of the George Washington Hotel Corporation is set for 8 o'clock p.m. Tuesday July 10 at the Farmers and Merchants National Bank building. Committees will present full reports on their areas and the building program through latest progress. Construction materials including steel elevator cranes and hoppers have been gathered on site to support ongoing brick, mortar, and other supply work.
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George Washington Hotel Corporation
Farmers and Merchants National Bank
Lawyers Meet in Conference Here
Attorneys who will represent State Senator H F Byrd in a $100 000 libel suit filed by the Virginia Highway Contractors Association met in conference here to argue the defendant demurrer before the Richmond Chancery Court on July 24 Attending were Rep T W Harrison W Meade Fletcher Richard Evelyn Byrd R Gray Williams and T Russell Cather Col Carroll Menefee and Col P H O Bannon accompanied Mr Fletcher to Winchester and spent the day with friends
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H. F. Byrd
Virginia Highway Contractors’ Association
Star
Chancery Court
City of
Richmond
T.W. Harrison
W. Meade Fletcher
Sperryville
Richard Evelyn. Byrd
R. Gray Williams
T. Russell Cather
Winchester
Col. Carroll Menefee
Col
P. H. Jo’bannon
Fletcher
Yard Party At Burnt Factory Church
Benefit event held at Burnt Factory Church on Wednesday July 18 1923 to raise funds for the church building. Committee organizers oversee proceeds and activities.
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Burnt Factory Church
Yard Parties and Picnic Supply Ad
Garber Mfg. Co. offers ready supply for yard parties and picnics with top quality ice cream and soft drinks. Quick service urged and customers advised to see them before buying.
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Garber Mfg. Co
Summer apples wanted at packing house event
FG ipte Bond Bros advertises a picking and packing opportunity at the Fairmont Avenue packing house starting July 10 for summer apples.
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Fairmont Avenue
Bond- Bros
Lost Navy Balloon In Race Sparks Search Efforts
The United States Navy balloon carrying Lieut Roth and Lieut Hull went missing during the race after leaving Indianapolis. Reports say a balloon sighting near Winchendon suggests possible location, while Selfridge Field is ordered to assist in the Lake Erie search following a report of a landing.
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Indi
Roth
United States Navy
saGtnee
Chamber of Commerce
Lieut. Roth
Lieut
Hull
Winchendon
Mass
Indianapolis
Lake Erie
Washington
Selfridge Field
Mount Clemens
Mich
Army Air Service
Navy
Belgian Minister May Quit Berlin Over Ruhr Violence
Paris July 7 Belgium threatens to withdraw its minister from Berlin unless Germany publicly disavows Duisburg bombing and Ruhr violence. The Belgian ambassador carried the threat as a formal message. France backs Belgium amid close accord and expected support.
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Associated Press
Paris
Belgium
Berlin
Germany
Duisburg
Ruhr
ENS FAIR CLOSES TONIGHT
The South End Hose Company lawn party on West Monmouth Street ends tonight after four days of sales. Cakes and remaining supplies will be auctioned, offering bargains if anything remains. Citizens' Band performed last night and was well received. Rouss Fire Company attends tonight as guests.
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South End Hose Company
West Monmouth Street
Citizens’ Band
Rouss Fire Company
Centenary Sunday Services and For Sale
The church announces holy communion Sunday at 11 pm and 8 pm with sermons on Christ in You and A Storm at Sea. Sunday school meets at 9 45. Also for sale a brand new ten bank Burroughs adding machine with stand at Handley School Winchester Va apply to W W Hammonds 3 1n 61.
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Bank Burroughs
Handley School
Winchester
Trucks Arrive at Chapman Auto Sales Limited Offer
Chapman Auto Sales reports 8 Ford trucks now available after a limited supply. Buyers urged to act early to avoid missing the chance, as vehicle stock has been scarce and sales staff warn against waiting until the last minute.
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Chapman Auto
Front Royal Downs Winchester In Slow Pitch League Tilt
Front Royal defeats Winchester 9 7 to capture a fourth straight win as Pitcher Patton replaces Owen on the mound. Maley and Giovennatti drive key hits while Wise delivers a homer. A string of double plays by Front Royal stifles late Winchester rallies.
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Winchester
Eas
Owen Re
Patton
Maley
Royal
F. Cooye
Front Royal
Owen
Coma
Ga Ween
Giovennatti
Wise
Rissom
W. P
Robbins
Potts
Garrett
Poole
Russell Ences A. Cook
Sshin
Hope
Tofi Winchester
Ruphrt
Poote
Ruppert
Lynch
F. Cook
Russell
Schindier
A. Cook
Hooce
McGovern
Funk
Grissom
Schindler
Four Stars In Picture At The Empire Monday
Gloria Swanson Theo Roberts Ralph Graves Robert Agnew headline a star lineup at the Empire on Monday afternoon and night. See last page for details.
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the Empire
Gloria Swanson
Theo. Roberts
Ralph Graves
Robert Agnew
Elevator Changes Hands At Clear Brook Virginia Mill
IL rents Elevator at Clear Brook expects to operate with mill at Bruce Town for market wheat Omps Best Flour Corn Meal and Feeds offered for farmers convenience retail seller Ez Omps is named in the notice.
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Clearbrook
Brucetown
Rainy weather outlook for next week issued
The Associated Press reports a weather outlook for the week starting Monday across the North and Middle Atlantic States with considerable cloudiness and occasional local showers, normal temperatures. The forecast notes rain chances and regional variability, guiding expectations for outdoor plans and travel.
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North
Middle Atlantic States
No Foreigners on I Held-Up Train
Canton July 7 Chinese bandits held up a train on the Canton Kowloon line. No foreigners were among the passengers. Two persons were fatally hurt and 100 Chinese are held for ransom.
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Associated Press
Canton
Canton-Kowloon
Lewis Demands Strike Call Off in Nova Scotia
John L. Lewis, international president of the United Mine Workers, telegraphed union leaders at Glace Bay Nova Scotia to call off the coal miners strike there, saying it violates the existing contract and goes against UMW principles.
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Associated Press
Atlantic City
N. J
John Lt. Lewis
United Mine Workers of America
Glace Bay
Nova Scotia
United ‘Mine Workers
Wyndham Suffered Stroke Near Home
Mr. Wyndham collapsed from a stroke while walking near his home at the corner of Water street and Indian alley. John Mason aided him, a physician attended, and he remained under care since the incident yesterday afternoon.
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Wyndhan
May Attack Prescription Limitation
Washington July 7 With the smoke of the ship liquor bottle clearing away there are growing indications that the next feature of the prohibition law to be brought into the Supreme Court may be the limitation in places on the right of physicians to prescribe liquor for medicinal purposes. The decision handed down yesterday by Judge Bourquin at Helena Montana is the second in recent weeks in which federal courts have held the physician limitation section of the law unconstitutional.
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Associated Press
Washington
Supreme Court
Bourquin
Helena
Mont
Navy Sets Minimum Naval Strength For Next Year
The United States will maintain a full minimum naval force at sea including 18 first class battleships 14 cruisers and 84 submarines to the end of the next fiscal year Secretary Denby announced. The move aims to keep fleet strength amid uncertainty over five power treaty ratifications and French deliberations.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Thhe General Board
Denby
France
McAdoo Hat Expected To Be In Ring
Plans for a McAdoo for President boom emerged after a New York dinner of his close allies. The Evening Post said supporters were confident he would enter the race with around 400 delegates and ready to draw votes from favorite son candidates.
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New York
W. G. McAdoo
McAdoo
Resume Argument in Killing Case
The Lake City trial of Thomas Higginbotham for the murder of Martin Tabert continues as jurors return after illness. Doctors say one juror suffers acute appendicitis. attorneys resume arguments as the case heads toward a possible late jury decision.
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Ee Press
Lake City
Fla
Thomas ‘Higginbotham
Martin Ta@bert
North Dakota
Putnam Lumber Company
Prodigal Daughters Matinee at Empire Monday Night
The Star notes a Monday Empire matinee and evening shows featuring Prodigal Daughters. Readers are invited to visit the Empire for a late show and discuss the production in town.
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The
Star
Empire
Minnesota Governor Collins sworn in succeeds Preus
Left Louis J. Collins former lieutenant governor took oath as governor succeeding Jacob A. Preus who resigned to take a US appointment Knut Nelson. Collins appointed his predecessor to the United States Senate. Collins served with Jeff E. F. and was known as the e foot corporal.
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Louis J. Collins
Minnesota
Jacob A. Preus
United States
Knut Nelson
Collins
Jef E. F
Winchester Equity Improvement Company Receiver Appointed
The Winchester Equity Improvement Company faced collapse as assets were exhausted and no funds remained. Receiver Adam, with newly received assets, led efforts amid a wreck in the community, while Handley Schools stood as a practical outcome of the era's failed ventures.
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John
Winchester
Chester
Adam
Benefit at Minnie Wood Chapel Aids Ball Team
A benefit event at Minnie Wood Chapel supports a local ball team. Organizers seek donations and attendance to raise funds for equipment and travel costs. Community members are invited to contribute and attend the event.
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Minnie Wood Chapel
Iain
Market Street M E Church Services
Sunday services at Market Street M E Church include 9 30 a m Bible classes led by Rev F J Mumford 11 a m junior church on The Three Johns and an 8 p m sermon The Wesleyans meet at 9 15 a m the Boys club gathers Tuesday at 7 20 p m and a midweek prayer meeting is held Wednesday Everyone welcome.
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Market Street
Episcopal Church
F. J. Mumford
John’s
Chistaney
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W. E B. Huntsberry
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Robert S. Smith, Sr
Mr. A. Doran
Harry Bryant
Robert T. Barton
H. Delmar ‘Robinson
Marshall Baker
Ooo
Capt
J. B. Beverley
Fred. W Forney
W. E. Huntgberry
R. T. Barton
H. D. Robinson
C. B. Harlee
Robert S. Smith
Harry F. Byrd
Ralph S. Fansler
Highland Avenue
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Chapman
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MR. Wyndham
M’adoo
Associated. Press
Moribund Corporation
the of
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Atock
Joseph Brandtee
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