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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1935
Page
4
Publication details for The Evening Star Publishing Co of Winchester Virginia. Information includes postal designation, publication frequency, subscription rates, advertising costs, memorials and display ad rules with deadlines and national ad representatives.
The Associated Press declares exclusive rights to publish dispatches and local news in this paper. This notice preserves AP copyright and rebroadcast terms for all contents.
A devotional verse echoes Psalm 4 8 15 about resting in peace and dwelling in safety through faith. It emphasizes trust in divine protection and tranquil slumber under the Lord's care.
Richmond golfer Billy Howell defeated the Southern Amateur Champion 6-5 to win the Virginia Championship marking a dramatic return after three seasons of poor form. Howell, a three time Virginia champion, Walker Cup and National Intercollegiate finalist, revived his career with a decisive victory and strong end to questions about his comeback.
Reformers and saloonkeepers unite in St Louis to keep women out of taverns. They propose either restricting liquor sales to women or, better yet, abolishing the saloon.
At a Williams College alumni gathering after Commencement, secret ballots asked attendees to name the public figure they admire most. About 97 percent of the votes favored Carter Glass, reflecting the views of nearly all regions though the South was underrepresented.
A reader's quiz lists tallest trees and a polishing fact about eucalyptus in Australia. It notes the giant eucalypt as the tallest tree with authentic records, and mentions oyster shells used as window glass by natives of Tondo near Manila. It also attributes a Tennyson quote to Sir Galahad.
The text notes that Carter Glass has come into his own during his lifetime, emphasizing his impact not only in his state but across the country.
An outdoor symphony concert inaugurates New York Citys First Annual Summer Festival. A municipal art committee and the Adult Education Council organized diverse arts events open to tourists, summer students, and locals to showcase music art drama and dance.
Milwaukee has gone six months without a murder and 1934 saw 11 homicides. In the first half of the current year only one homicide is noted with most cases solved, contrasting with England where violent crime is rarer and punished swiftly.
One year ago R A Grim retired after 28 years 10 months as a rural mail carrier noting changes from early service days. A district nurse tuberculosis program faces funding threats. In Winchester a gas war resumes with a dealer cutting price to 18 cents. Germany declares a political truce to end the Nazi purge. Amsterdam sees two killed in dole riots.
Five years past, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle creator of Sherlock Holmes dies. Discussed plans reorganization of Arthur Jones Woolen Company. Apple grower prizes set for fair. A Black man arrested for robbing hotel guests. Senator Claude A Swanson opens Senate debate on London naval pact.
Senator H F Byrd speaks at Williamsburg against Virginia tax hike. Lightning splits a tree at Mount Hebron Cemetery. Council, amid financial trouble, moves 5000 dollars between funds to bolster another.
Twenty five years ago a Baltimore and Ohio excursion brings 135 persons to Winchester. Miss Sarah F. Denny and Frank Atwood Graham are married. Former President Roosevelt undergoes an operation. Dr. Frank B. Bowers of Philadelphia is a visitor. A woodcut reprints a grave portrait of Daniel Morgan for an upcoming monument.
Present and past rainfall data show 24 hour total of .46 inches ending 8 a.m. July to date 1.16 inches year to date 18.27 inches. Average annual precipitation over 22 years is 34.61 inches with monthly averages ranging from 1.94 inches in February to 8.39 inches in July.
Real estate actions recorded in the Corporation Court list transfers of lots and improvements. Names include E Russell to Baker and Baker, Pappas acquiring a lot and dwelling, Anderson to Taylor, Williams to Mann M. E. Church trustees, Barrie to Brumback, Glaize to Cahill, Gratchen to Rogers, Rogers to Glover, and Shenandoah Valley National Bank to Robert J. Smith under the will of Dr. Swimley. Amounts include 1 symbolic dollar or small sums and larger mortgage-style considerations.
The Federal Housing Administration sponsored Better Housing News Flashes will premiere at the Palace Theatre in Winchester on Wednesday and Thursday. The educational reels cover home and commercial modernization, lighting, color schemes, landscaping, and how Main Street properties can attract trade and raise rental values.
Mrs Laura Thornhill of Culpeper spent several days with locals. Mr and Mrs Ed Rogers and Mr Ben Rogers of Washington DC visited relatives in the area. Mrs Baker, mother of Mrs Ben Rogers, is improving after illness. Norman Brill returned from Baltimore. Mrs P E Saunders visited F Estes Kline and family. Claude B Stickley attends Teachers College at Columbia University for her masters. Ester Kline and family traveled to Washington DC. they were joined by Fontaine Davidson from Clarendon en route to Orkney Springs.
Hollywood July 9 Mary Pickford announces she will lead a motion picture production unit in the United Artists system producing at least two films. The move follows Joseph M Schenck's withdrawal and marks another star attempting production amid Hollywood's evolving studio landscape.
Frederick County 4 H Club Council meets Saturday July 13 at 2 pm in the Episcopal Chapel to elect delegates to the State Short Course and conduct the county dress contest. Delegates will be chosen to represent classes at Blacksburg July 22 27. Contestants should bring garments and dresses.
The article notes leaders plan to assist members with required energy efficiency EE support for the contest. It outlines steps to access resources and guidance from officials and organizations involved.
Philadelphia July 9 Grandfather John McGowan trusted the bank with 4200 dollars but an insider warned of a collapse. He withdrew the money and hid it in a bureau. The next day both the money and his grandson John Scanion 19 were gone as police hunted him on larceny charges.
Val, an officer, commands Lia during a perilous forest ordeal. He guides her to safety at their cabin after a tense chase, wrestling fear and longing as twilight falls over the lake and she seeks reassurance.
Executor Herbert E. Larrick announces a public auction of the Carter Hall estate near Stephens City in Frederick County Virginia on Thursday July 18 1935 at 11 o clock. The two tracts totaling 144 acres include the colonial brick mansion house servants quarters a modern bank barn an apple orchard and woodland with possession dates set after court confirmation and March 1 1936 for the residue. Terms require one third cash with the remainder in two annual installments secured by a deed of trust and a policy of insurance.
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