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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1923

Page

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Ballon Tragedy At Fort Stanley Ties To Sailors Rescue

Fort Stanley Ont May 10 fishermen count more than two dozen seeing the search for Lieut T B Null naval aeronaut missing since the balloon A 6698 wrecked in Lake Ontario. Lieut L J Roth whose body was found in the basket yesterday had tried to help Roth. The story comes from a deciphered log detailing the storm and the two officers attempting a rescue.

Associated Press Fort Stanley Ont Lieut T. B. Null Lieut. Null Wat L. J. Roth Genere Lieut Null Roth Null

Moose Auto Notice For Blue Mont Marine Band Visit

The notice calls for lodge members and helpers to travel to Blue Mont Saturday afternoon to meet and transport the Marine Band and Washington delegation to City Hall at three. Harry Bryant chairs the segment committee with H. Dobenson named.

Moose Auto Bluemont Marine Band Washington Harry Bryant Egment Committee H. Dobenson

Divorce Sought Despite Thirty-Eight Year Gap

Milwaukee July 10 Jessie O Boyle, aged sixty, seeks a divorce from her husband aged twenty two. He claims the wife a cripple failed to help with weekly washing and stayed out late boasting of other men. The couple's names appear garbled in the clipping but indicate a matrimonial dispute over long-established differences.

Milwaukee O'Boyle Jessie

Loyal Order of Moose Three Day Card Luck Program

Initiation and events for Moose lodge members include card sales from Lee Fisher Doug Barnett and Marion Anderson at Empire Theatre. Friday dances start 8 30 p m with Girl's Athletic Association tickets, Saturday activities include a Bluemont trip, a parade and an initiation at City Hall Auditorium with Marine Band accompaniment. Dues payable to Kenneth Rush at The Star office.

Lee Fisher Doug Barnett Marion Anderson Empire Theatre Girl’s Athletic Association City Hall Bluemont Friendship Fire Company United States Marine Band Market ‘Street Baker Street Main Monmouth Braddock Piccadilly Market Pe Cork Rouss Avenue The Moose D. C Clarendon Jean Alg Lodge No Winchester U.S. Marine Army E. Lee Trinkle 116Th Virginia Regiment Martinsburg Lodge Martinsburg National Moose Cers Army Band Orchestra Washingon Baltimore Ohio Auditoria Friendship Hall Marshall Baker C.B. Harlee R. T. Barton Fred W. Forney W. B. Huntsberry Harry Bryant Roberts. Smith C. Harry Hardy H. Delmar Robinson Capt. J Brad Beverley M. A. Doran W.B. Barnett Fred W., Forney W. E. Huntsberry C. B. Harlee Kenneth Rush J. B. ‘Beverley Henry F. Seal Jack Phillipps D. Barnett W. A. Baker W. B. Barnett Robert S. Smith H. F. Byrd R.S. Fansler L. M. Baker G. A. Butler Bernard Groves Wilmer Shryock

U S Battleships Arrive for Ten Day Visit to Clyde

In Greenock Scotland on July 10 the battleships Arkansas North Dakota Delaware and Florida arrived from Scandinavian waters for a 10 day visit. British cruisers welcomed the sailors with salutes and special arrangements were made to entertain 1700 Annapolis midshipmen during their stay on the Clyde.

Scotland Associated Press Greenock United States Arkansas North Dakota Delaware Florida Annapolis Clyde

Leviathan Lands in Cherbourg on Transatlantic Voyage

The giant passenger liner Leviathan arrived at Cherbourg France on its first trans Atlantic voyage under the American flag. It landed 800 passengers then continued on to Southampton.

Cherboe Roa The Red Cherbough France Southampton

For Sale Notice from Chapman Auto and Burroughs Machine

A garbled sale notice lists Chapman Auto and Burroughs Machine with a four door sedan and stand available. It mentions Hammonds and a school in Winchester Virginia amid broken text and stray letters.

Wren Cen Brs Pa Ten Bank Burroughs Hammonds, Aechool Inchester

Notice to subscribers on renewal deadline

Notice to subscribers urging renewal of The Star subscription by July 31 to save the discount.

Evening Star

Yard Party at Stephensons Postponed by Rain

A yard party scheduled for July 12 at Stephensons may be moved to Friday if rain affects Thursday plans. Weather guidance indicates possible postponement to the next day.

Stephensons

Mellinger Dies at Home in Frederick County

Aaron G. Mellinger a longtime Bruce town resident dies after an illness in his sixty eighth year. The body lies at Funk and Son funeral parlors before services in Mount Joy Pennsylvania. Survived by sister Mrs Susan G Bowers and step mother Mrs Mary Dellinger with several nieces and nephews.

Aaron G. Mellinger Pennsylva Brucetown Frederick County Funk and Son South Main Street Mount Joy OM Hom Mellinger Daniel H. Mellinger Mennonite Church Pennsylvania Susan G. Bowers Jacob, Bowers Lancaster Bowers Mary Dellinger Winchester B. Frank Bowers St. Benedict Daniel Bowers Philadelphia Daniel Wright Panama Jesse’ Wright Clarksburg W. Va Fred. C. Wright Hagerstown Mene

Last Rites for Lucy Washington Marshall in Winchester

Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock in Mount Carmel Free Baptist Church for Lucy Washington Marshall a member of a prominent Winchester colored family. She died last Saturday in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and is interred at Orrick cemetery. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Katherine Washington and leaves a sister Sadie Washington of Pittsburgh and three brothers Manuel William and Edward Washington.

Mount Caramel Free Baptist Church W. P. Fisher Lucy Washington Marshall Winchester Colored Pittsburgh Orrick Cemetery Albert Katherine Washington Sadie Washington Pittsburg Manuel William Washington Edward Washington

Harding Party Set to Thrill With Ice Display at Juneau

President Harding and party will witness a dramatic ice spectacle as the Henderson nears Juneau Alaska. Five inch naval shells will shatter ice walls pushed from Taku Glacier into the water to create a shimmering display. The visit includes 24 hours in Juneau before sailing to Seward for a three day gulf voyage.

Associated Press U. S Henderson Harding Juneau Alaska Taku Bay Taku Seward Gulf of Alaska

Local Carpenters Meeting Invites Members July 11

The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America holds a meeting at I.C.C. F. Hall on the second floor Wednesday night July 11 at 8 o'clock. After initiation, officers will be elected and integrated. All carpenters are invited. GEO. W. Crosby, General Representative.

United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America All Carpenters

Harvest Time Fordson Tractor Sale at Chapman Auto

Local ad announces Fordson tractors for sale during a single day event at Chapman Auto. Includes promotional timing and emphasis on limited inventory for buyers seeking early purchase opportunities.

Preacher Kiss Scandal Leads to Clashed Navy Lieutenant

In Boston, Lt Wesley McLaren Hague of the U S Navy admits scuffling with Rev George Lyman Payne executive secretary of the Church Federation after Payne admits kissing Mrs Hague and Hague’s bride after a ceremony. Payne says he was attacked over misunderstandings while Hague was on duty in Baltimore. Payne recalls a Belmont meadow automobile ride and a kiss on the cheek deemed paternal by Hague.

Associated Press Boston Wesley McLaren Hague United States Navy George Lyman Payne Greater Boston Federation of Churches Béadcon Kent

Fire Threatens Pendleton Property on Northwestern Grade

A fire broke out on the A. R. Pendleton property near the Northwestern grade and threatened his home. Nearby residents and workers fought the flames, keeping them from spreading to a cow stable and garage as investigators consider trespass as a possible cause amid Mrs. Pendleton’s illness.

A. R. Pendleton Pendleton Ordine Lillia

Foreign politics depress stock market in New York

Foreign political developments abroad depressed stock market activity in New York this morning. Overnight declines in lead sugar and Pennsylvania crude oil prices and high call money rates restrained buying, with motors selling amid production and sales peak remedies. Around midday the list steadied and the market closed heavy with about 400 000 shares traded.

Associated Press New York Pennsylvania Motors

Chinese Troopers Battle Bandits Near Canton

About twenty bandits who raided a Canton to Kowloon train were killed in a clash with Chinese troops. The main group fled to the hills while about ninety affluent Chinese were captured during the raid.

Associated Press Hong Kong Canton-Kowloong Canton

Terrible Lizard Feet Unearthed Near Jensen Utah

Petrified dinosaur remains described by Earl Douglas of the Carnegie Institute were found in sandstone ledges near Jensen Utah. The 90 foot long creature stood about 16 feet high and dates to the Comanchéan period dated at 16 million years ago.

Galt Lake City Jensen Utah Earl Douglas Carnegie Institute Douglas Rockies

Chautauqua Plans 1923 Program Led By Swink

Final arrangements for the 1923 Chautauqua here are made by J Howse Swink. The season opens with top attractions including Hussars and Danae White. Rachel Steinman violinist and Lisere piano will perform. The comedy Crossed Wires and Poe Shrew will be staged. Junior program features include Children's Hour daily and kite contests with mayor badges and prize incentives.

Thetative J. Howse Swink St Tauqua Danae White Hussars Chautauqua Clarke Minent Rachel Steinman Tadeuee Lisere Poe Rermapae Citiz Swink

New Wheat in Chicago Sinks to $1 a Bushel

Chicago reported a price setback as September wheat closed at $1 a bushel for the first time this season. The drop followed news of the first car of new wheat from the 1923 crop arriving in the city.

Chicago Associated Press

Fifteen Thousand Ounces of Cocaine Seized at Border

Montreal reports fifteen thousand ounces of cocaine valued at about $50,000 seized by American customs at Rouses Point after being carried across the border by motor and packed in two trunks for forwarding to New York by express.

Associated Press Montreal Canada Europe Rouses Point Express New Yorks

Body Found in Schmidt Hotel Ruins in McKeesport Fire

Workmen uncover the body of an unidentified man buried in the debris of the Schmidt Hotel after a fire that destroyed the building in McKeesport last Thursday. The fifth victim confirmed in the blaze.

Associated Press Pittsburg Schmidt Hotel McKeesport

Death of Winchester businessman Charles Wyndham at home

Charles Thorton Wyndham a well known Winchester businessman and property owner died this morning at his home 26 West Water street from a paralysis attack after a brief fall near his residence. He was a Clarke County native and longtime resident of Winchester with family in Virginia. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:30 PM from his residence, conducted by Rev Boyd V, with burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery.

Charles Thorton Wyndham Winchester Water Street Clarke Wyndham Ferry Clarke County Winches Fork Cee W. Haddox North Malp Lee Yi Brothers Oo.eae Wet Water Street Boyd ¥ V Braddock Street Meth Episcopal Church South Fami Mount Hebron

Special meeting of Ladies Auxiliary at South End Hose

There will be a special meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary and members of the company tonight at the company hall. A full attendance is requested. Charlie C, B, Harloue, Pres.

Ladies’ Auxiliary

Yard Parties and Picnic Prep Noted on Short Notice

Fragmentary ad copy notes yard parties and picnics with emphasis on soft drinks from Garber Mfg. Co. The text urges readiness and warns against failed purchases, mentioning short notice and prior use.

Garber

Ford Trucks scarce as Apple time approach boosts demand

Notice notes 8 Ford trucks available with limited supply. Chapman Auto displays in front of Baptist Church near the Bi fit building fund. Details suggest pickup sale timing and urgency for buyers.

Chapman Auto Baptist Church

Winchester Gun Club Schedules Wednesday Shooting Practice

The Winchester Gun Club will hold a short practice at 5 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Everyone interested in target shooting is invited to attend and participate in the sport.

Winchester Cluvb Teaor

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lievt Thermeneo Lieut. Roth Feena Lake Wan Hiork Mooseheart Wm. Trickett Giles H. Wiliamison Market Street American Legion Auxiliary Boy Scouts of America U. S. Marine Band Army Band Virginia U. 3 Leviathan Stiller Moosedom Tao Ma Loyal Order of Moose MR. Mellinger Mt. Joy Lucy Marshall Macedonia Church Ladies’ Aid Macedonia Geo. W. Crosby Lieut. Hague Navy Rev. Payne Twit Regal Reg South End Hose Company Harloe American Legion
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