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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1925
Page
1
Senator Byrd denounces an anonymous circulation accusing him of favoring houses of prostitution as false and defamatory. He pledges to address the matter in Richmond, insisting his campaign remains high-minded and asking the anonymous author to reveal identity. He vows to respond in full detail during a Thursday speech.
Mayor J F Ward highlighted an order forbidding Winchester policemen from aiding Frederick County officers in raids including liquor cases. After two off duty officers joined Sheriff Pannell on a raid and arrested four, the Mayor warned such actions will be punished. He stressed officers are on duty or readily available and must respond to emergencies.
William G. Dorsey of Washington D C was unable to attend John A. Dorsey’s funeral in the city Saturday due to sudden illness. Today reports say he is improving at his home after the serious condition.
The Ladies of Burnt Church invite the public to a yard party at Bryarly School House on Friday night July 10. Proceeds support church activities and community programs. Local residents are urged to attend for socializing and fundraising.
Salon de Beaute at 118 EB Piccadilly street will be closed until July 15. Rooms for tourists at Fort Loudoun Seminary are noted in the fragment.
A black grip was lost between Kennilworth and Winchester with a liberal reward offered. Return to 116 West Piccadilly Street under Mrs Connolly. Miss Lucie White, who had been staying with Miss Chaddock on South Braddock Street since Friday, has returned to Washington.
In Frederick county court four youths aged 17 to 21 pleaded guilty to moonshining after being caught by Sheriff Pannett and deputies at Ce dar Creek near Marlboro. Bail set at 500 dollars each, grand jury to consider indictment at October term. They claimed it would be their last liquor venture.
Entomologist W. S. Hough reports second brood cooling moth worms ahead of schedule. A spray window for July 9 to 18 is advised with lead arsenate and Bordeaux mixture, warning late worms can cause fruit damage. Local growers may apply August arsenate if leaf-roller activity rises.
Stockholders of the Welltown Turnpike set Saturday July 18 at 2 PM at the courthouse to decide transferring the five mile road to Frederick County for operation as a county road. If approved tolls would end, making it the last local toll road. The meeting follows a county supervisors session with Scott Grant appointed to mediate.
Brass bed with springs offered for sale. Apply at 316 West Leicester Street for details. Includes contact address and item description from a local classifieds notice.
Announcement from The Evening Star noting a July in advance rate of $4.00 per year by carrier and $3.00 by mail. New subscribers offered same rate, urging payment now to secure the discount.
The Colonial Hotel at Piccadilly and Market streets has reopened after a full refinish and overhaul.
The Missionary Society of Rest Church announces a ward party to be held on School House Lawn at Ridgeway on Wednesday July 8 1925. The notice lists multiple dates and page markers indicating a small town event listing.
The Night Club a new Paramount picture at the Colonial Theatre stars Raymond Griffith Vera Reynolds Wallace Beery and Louise Fazenda in a comedy about a man who inherits a fortune with a catch and ends up in Spain meeting the will’s heiress The film directed by Frank Orson and Paul Iribe and adapted by Walter Woods promises nonstop laughs with prices set at 10 25 and 35 cents for an extra special showing in a bid to let all patrons enjoy the comedy
The July rate is now in effect offering $4.00 per year in advance by carrier and $3.00 per year in advance by mail. New subscribers pay the same rates.
Dr Francis E B Clark founder of the United Society of Christian Endeavor retires after 88 years as president. Dr Daniel A Poling of New York assumes duties as president. Memorial fund of 100000 to provide annual interest for the Endeavor as a living tribute to Clark and his wife. Conference of 700 Endeavorers under 30 debated amusements noting no dances under Endeavor auspices and classifying amusements as wholesome, bad, or twilight.
A Frederick County court decree details the duties of special receivers Herbert S. Larrick and Frank Tavenner for Turkey Knob Orchard Inc. in Shenandoah County. They may take assets, sign checks, hire gatemen, operate the business, borrow up to 20000, issue certificates with liens, collect debts, settle crop losses, and defend pending suits.
A display of Irish gray water melons rests on ice in front of the B. and O. passenger station near Robinson Cold Storage. The scene, dated July 7, notes a RAMACCIOTTI listing and highlights the fruit’s presentation to passersby.
In Salinas California on July 7 a Monterey peninsula militia and Moss Landing area residents joined to pursue armed hijackers who killed one officer and wounded two others. A state officer and a Salinas merchant were among those pressed into service. Sheriff Dyer and Harry Livingston were involved as firefights erupted near Moss Landing. The hijackers, tied to a rum cargo plan, fled but no landing occurred. Sheriff Dyer and Livingston were injured. one volunteer was killed.
Elizabeth Hardesty, a young girl from Winchester, died after her clothing caught fire when she struck a match head on the Fourth of July in Farrell, Pennsylvania. She was treated at Buhl Hospital and died four hours later. Burial occurred at Mount Hebron Cemetery with Rev. Robt. B. Nelson presiding.
Miss Julia Armour leaves for Washington to meet Miss Elvera Hoy. They will then go to Colonial Beach Virginia and spend several weeks there.
Rogers Garage offers a practically new Ford ton truck, complete with body and cab, ready for service or resale.
The Woman's Missionary Society of Ridgeway announces the meeting date moved to Wednesday July 8 from the previously advertised July 10. Committee notes accompany the correction.
Charlottesville July 7 The Handlian Handley High Winchester Virginia won an honorable mention in the Virginia High School Literary and Athletic League contests. The Marshallite and The Krabba also received honors with The Beacon Newport News High School gaining a silver shield from College Topics University of Virginia. Lee C Gaskins Woodrow Wilson Portsmouth won a $25 prize for a good roads essay forwarded to Washington for national consideration.
City Manager L R Dettra warns that if the present water consumption continues through July, a record total may be reached after six days of this month with 12,000,000 gallons used and a 2,000,000 gallon daily average. He cites a 15 percent rise over 1924 and a potential 60 percent increase since 1921, blaming wasteful habits like running hoses and hydrants. meters may be installed to bill every consumed gallon.
Policeman C. W. Hollis is acting chief of police during Chief M. A. Doran's two week annual vacation which began yesterday.
Desirable location apartment for rent, furnished for a two month period. Contact phone number listed as 49-W.
The City Council will convene this evening at 7:30 for a routine monthly session. Officials expect a short meeting due to hot weather, with no unusually important business anticipated.
One new Paige Broughan, one new Jewett Sedan, and one new Jewett Coupe for sale. Advertisement by Admr. T Russell Cather and D W McKwee. July 3 docket reference 1p 61.
WM Mapps fights for Accomack candidate nomination as bond supporters rally in his home district. Goolrick emerges strong for senator, leading bond forces and shaping the contest.
Harrisonburg Virginia July 7 The highway bond issue remains a live factor in the First Congressional District gubernatorial contest. Senator Mapp's Fredericksburg base is cited as favoring his nomination while State Senator O Connor Godrie leads forces for Mapp. Blakely’s survey notes the bond fight persists and Mapp previously supported bonds in the State Senate.
Fredericksburg July 6 One striking fact marks the first day of the campaign between Byrd and Mapp for governor the old road bond issue remains potent voters in Caroline and nearby counties show clear support for or against the bond a sign that the issue may reemerge as a defining factor Mapp has thirty days to present a more vital issue if he fails road bonds likely to dominate the discussion as the campaign continues.
The midweek prayer meeting at Wednesday Eve Baptist Church will be held Wednesday night at eight o'clock. Mr. Hosking will speak on Mending Nets. All members are urged to sustain interest and attendance of this meeting.
French mobile troops reinforced by detachments repulsed Rifian attacks on a five mile front north of Ben Kassem at Fez Morocco. The action occurred yesterday as French forces covered the district with swift rearward reinforcements.
New York reports forty five criminal suspects rounded up by police in Commissioner Enright’s drive against crime. Eight revolvers were seized and most suspects carry police records.
Ad on seventh page highlights Moling and Seal offering porch shade solutions. Emphasizes durable materials, quick installation, and competitive pricing for residential shade needs. Includes contact details for Coolmore showroom and local service regions.
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