Dance draws large crowd for community entertainment
Over 100 attendees gathered for a lively dance event offering entertainment and refreshments. Organizers report broad community turnout and praise volunteers for coordinating the program.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1923
Page
1
Moose Parade Draws Large Winchester Crowd
A large crowd packed Market Street in Winchester for a Loyal Order of Moose event with a parade and initiation. Spectators watched the United States Marine Band and the Virginia governor participate, as thousands enjoyed the black dance and a late-night orchestra on decorated trucks. Final event tonight includes parade and initiation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Order of Moose
Market’ Street
Rouss Avenue
Water Street
Conrad
Virginia
United States Marine Band
Will Orm
Market Street
Notice to subscribers about renewal deadline
Notice to subscribers to renew their subscription to The Star before July 31 to save the discount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Star
Iptf
Evening Star
Gossard Corset Sale and Millinery Clearance
Gossard corset sale set for Thursday July 12 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition a clearance sale of all summer millinery. M V Kremer located at 20 West Water Street hosts the events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurs
M. V. Kremer
Water St
Death of Mrs. Alice Patton After Paralysis in Frederick County
Mrs. Alice Patton wife of tollgate keeper Joseph N Patton died shortly after 1 AM at her home east of Winchester after a weeklong paralysis affecting her spine. She leaves a large family including husband six children and many siblings and is survived by relatives across Frederick county and beyond with funeral set for Monday at 2 PM at her home conducted by Rev J F Morgan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Gatton
Joseph N. Patton
Tollgate No. 4
Berryville Pike
Winchester
Patton
Frederick County
Pred
C. Foreman
Bedford
Leslie E. Patton
New An Pa
A. D
Carl J
A. W. Bowley
Clarence
William Patton
Mary BE
Carpenter
Anna Bell Barr
Keyser
W. Va
Hila C. McKee
John E. Foreman
I Sie
James W. Foreman
W. Foreman
Gaibero
Amos Lee Foreman
Low Grove
Jerome A. Foreman
Warren
Ohio
Harrison A. Forester
Clarence C. Foreak
Willow’ Grove
Veteran
J. F. Morgan
William
Howard
Russell
Albert
Lu Patton
Vs. Patton
Francis V. Foreman
Piano Tuning and Repair by Former Stieff Employee
Former Stieff Piano Co. tuner offers independent service for expert tuning and player piano repair. Tuning at $4 with satisfaction guaranteed. SP 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Stieff Piano Co
Coal Trade Booking for Pocahontas and Run of Mine
Due to grave uncertainty of coal supply this fall I am now booking orders for Pocahontas Beg Georges Creek Lump and Run of Mine coal for July and August deliveries. G. O. Snapp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pocahontas
Beg
Georges Creek
G. O. Snapp
Reverend Edwin Hinks to Preach at Christ Episcopal
The Rev. Edwin Hinks formerly of the Virginia diocese and now a Maryland resident will preach at 11 o clock tomorrow morning in Christ Episcopal Church. He is visiting his sister in law and brother in law Mrs and Mr Robert M Ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin §. Hinks
Virginia
Maryland
Christ Episcopal Church
Mr. Hinks
Hinks
Robert M. Ward
H. Delmar Robinson
Memorial Hospital
Mr. Robinson
Charles L. Robinson
C. L. Robinson
Steady Decline In Horse Population
Chicago dispatch reports a sharp drop in the U S horse population due to low breeding returns. Figures from the State Department of Agriculture and a National Institute survey show a 60 percent decline in stallions since 1915, with farm horse numbers falling from 19 766 000 in 1920 to 18 863 000 in 1923 and total horse mule value sliding from 1 907 646 000 in 1920 to about 1 315 etc. The report attributes depreciation in horse value and breeding costs as drivers for breeders and importers shifting to other lines of business. It cites per capita value drops and overall monetary losses affecting the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
States Department of Ulture
Institute
Lumber executive Clarence Sweet found dead at hotel
Clarence B. Sweet, president of the National Lumber Company from Bluefield West Virginia, was found dead at the Bellvue Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia. Police believe he fell from a fifth floor window after possible money troubles. Papers in his room hint at financial strain. Sweet had arrived with his wife and two children from Hagerstown to visit relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Proga
Philadelphia
Clarence B. Sweet
Bluefield
W. Va
National Lumber Company
Bellévue-Stratford Hotel
Sweet
Hagerstown
Louisville
Virginia Lakas
Charles Town
Daniel H. Murphy
Murphy
Aunt Annie Tokes at Rest in Fitton
Funeral services for Annie Robinson Tokes longtime Fitton resident were held at Mann Methodist Church with Rev. Joseph Wheeler officiating. Interment followed at Orrick Cemetery. Born May 11, 1830 in Winchester she died July 11 from paralysis at age 93. She leaves a nephew Howard Robinson and nieces Rebecca Walker Elmira Brisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Robinson Tokes
Fittonter
Annie
Virginia
Winchester
Howard Robinson
Rebecca Walker
Elmira Brisco
Player Piano and Girl's Bicycle For Sale This Week
Two used items offered for sale by F. EK. Clerk at 319 W Leicester Street. Both must sell this week with contact by phone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. EK
Leicester St
Steel chief forecasts end of 12 hour day soon
Elbert H. Gary head of United States Steel says the 12 hour day in steel would likely end within six weeks, following President Harding's pledge. The statement came in New York as the industry eyes a shortened shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cor
Jqkvb
New York
Elbert H. Gary
United States Steel Corporation
Harding
Yard Party at Macedonia Church Announces Yard Sale
The Ladies' Aid of Macedonia Church will hold a yard party on July 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is invited. Proceeds support church activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macedonia Church
Ladies’ Aid
Macedonia
Heat of Lightning Melts Platinum and Iridium Tips
In Berlin on July 14 scientists debated lightning heat after storms. A platinum lightning-rod tip melted when struck, implying temperatures above 1700 to 1800 C. An iridium tip also melted, with its melting point around 2000 C, indicating extraordinary heat from lightning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Pflaster charged with beating man in Bluemont area
The Loudoun Mirror reports a warrant against George B B Pflaster Jr a wealthy Bluemont resident for assaulting Albert Ashby 76. Ashby beaten after July 5 at a Bluemont dancing hall and garage. Preliminary hearing expected next Saturday. Pflaster reportedly ill at his mountain home and warrant not served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loudoun
Leesbore
George B&b. Pflaster, Jr
Bluemont
Albert Ashby
Blnemont
Ashby
Widley
Commonwealth
Ceci. Connor
Leesburg
Pilaster
Alice
Pflaster
Washington Times
Fulton Lake
Tyler
Purcellville
Governor Trinkle Heads in with U S Marine Band Tonight
Virginia Governor E Lee Trinkle arrives in Winchester at six escorted by Company I 2nd Virginia and 116th Infantry, meeting Moose Lodge officials H F Byrd and others. The Marine Band will accompany him. he will speak at Empire Theatre and City Hall, with a Moose lodge installation and pledging of over seventy five new members to close the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
E. Lee Trinkle
United States Marine Band
Washington
Winchester
Baltimore and Ohio
Lodge of Moose
H. F. Byrd
R. T. Barton
L. M. Baker
J. Brad Beverley
2Nd. Va
116Th. Infantry
Geo. H. Grimm
P. J. Marshall
Byrd
Marine Band
Capt. Grimm
Lieut. Marshall
Richmond
Executive Mansion
Trinkle
Empire Theatre
City Hall
National
Moose
Steps Taken to Scrap Warships
Washington July 14 Definite steps toward fulfilling terms of the naval limitation treaty ratified by all powers were taken today by Secretary Denby who called a naval council meeting to arrange details of scrapping battleships wandered under the limitation program. Wanted Woman for general housework Miss Mary Byrd 214 W Cork Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Denby
Naval Council
Mary Byrd
Cork Street
Northwestern Grade II W Va To Be Rebuilt
Martinsburg West Virginia July 14 West Virginia s two principal highways the Midland trail and the Northwestern turnpike will be completely surfaced by the end of next season officials said Isolated sections are under rebuilding and thirty miles of the Northwestern turnpike in Preston and Taylor counties were awarded to contractors The road will connect Parkersburg to Winchester and link with Maryland Virginia routes making Winchester a major junction for trunk roads in northern Virginia
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
West Virginia
Huntington
White Sulphur Springs
Parkersburg
Winchester
Preston
Taylor Counties
Clarksburg
Grafton
Maryland
Germanai
Romney
Hampshire County
Valley
Staunton
Harpers Ferry
Northern
Virginia
Flames Sweep Burke and Mace Montana Mining Towns
In Burke Idaho the fire destroyed the business district and most homes after starting around 1 PM. About 1 000 people were left homeless as flames spread toward Mace and Thomson Falls. Estimated property loss reached 1 500 000 dollars with widespread devastation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Wallace
Idaho
Burke and
Mace
Here
Burke
Thomson Falls
Near East relief workers report thousands cured of trachoma
In AlexandroPol Armenia on July 14 three thousand children at the American Near East Relief orphanage have been discharged as cured after two years of trachoma treatment led by Dr. R. T. Unis of Kansas City. About 92 thousand treatments were given in one week across orphanage eye clinics serving the 20,000 children concentrated there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandropol
Armenia
American Near East Relief Orphanage
R. T. Uhis
Kansas City
Near East Relief
Unis
Yard Party Benefit Baseball Game in White Hall
Benefit baseball event held in White Hall on Saturday night July 21 from 9 to 12. Attendees organized a yard party to raise funds for the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Hall
Winchester Beats Strasburg 10 to 8 In Poorly Played Game
Winchester baseball team wins 10 to 8 at the local park in a rough exhibition. Patton pitched well for Winchester despite teammates’ errors and miscues leading to Strasburg scoring multiple times. Sharper fielding and timely hits by Blair, Garrett, and Schroll helped seal the victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Strasburg
Patton
Grindler
Blair
Beaman
Woodring
C. May
Ruppert
Robbing
Dolee
Mitchell
Seindterehaeeed
Garrett
K. May
Snyder
Ranke
Schroll
Poole
Rinker
Franke
he / loc boys
Frea
Ini Ore
Fulf
Doyle
Mitchells
Bediati
Kellar
Page
Barracks meeting with Governor Trinkle ordered by headquarters
An alert directs all members to report to barracks Saturday at 6 30 P M for a meeting with Governor Trinkle. The notice also advertises a furnished room in a modern house for rent at 214 West Cork Street under Mary Byrd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saturddy
Trinkle
Peyton ‘J. Marshall
Mise Mary "Byrd
West Cork St
Loyal Order of Moose Meets For Installation at City Hall
All Moose members and candidates are urged to attend a meeting at the end ship Fire Company hall at 7 PM Saturday with installation to follow at City Hall. Pledges to Kenneth Rush at the Star Office are requested and encouraged for immediate payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loyal
Order of Moose
Endship Fire Company
Kenneth Rush
Star Office
Exec. Com
Political clash over road bonds in Virginia election
A Virginia political pageant shows anti bond and pro Harding sentiment shaping the road bond issue. Estimates place anti bond majorities by district with hardening support for Harding as the state GOP consolidates for the national convention.
Junior Moose Notice at Mall Parking Lot Rally
A brief notice invites youths to join a Junior Moose event at the Mall at seven o'clock this evening. Organizers call for participation in the rally and activities aimed at the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pany's Mall
Giants Berryville Unveil New Ball Park in Winchester
In Missouri, the Giants in Berryville announce a new ball park project in Winchester, signaling a major upgrade for local baseball. The move highlights community support and plans for improved facilities and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baseball
Winchester
Giants
Berryville
New Ball Park
Will Launch Attacks From Dizzy Height
London reports keel laying for huge rigid airships carrying small fighters. Airships would release swarm of 200 mph attack planes to outfly and harry other aircraft and raid sea commerce. US, France, Italy, and Japan show interest as keel work continues for early 20th century air power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Great Britain
London Daily Chronicle
the Chronicle
France
Italy
States
United States
Kratt
Also Mentioned on This Page
Governor
Ted States Marine Band
Cacle
Girls’ Athletics Association
San Dorty
B. Harlee
Victor Arthur
Henry Seal
G. Reginald Haines
Jack Phillipps
Frederick’ County
Annie Tokes
Geo. Pflaster
Man
GOV. Trinkle
U. S./ MARINE BAND
W.va
H. D. Robinson
Montana
C. P
Richimond
Ron Firth
Newport News
Tate
Republican Organization
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