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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1934

Page

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Turkey Knob case appeals to Virginia High Court

Gudebrod's lengthy appeal file before the Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia seeks to overturn Judge Williams's December 1930 and January 1934 rulings in the Turkey Knob Orchard matter. The case traces Mr Gudebrod's 1911 arrival in Virginia, the Ward estate creditors, receiverships in 1925, and a $500,000+ debt priority dispute involving Artemus Ward's estate, Gudebrod, and court actions.

C. E. Gudeprod Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia Williams Frederick County Tavenner Woodstock Gudebrod Institution of Suit Turkey Knob Orchard, Inc Artemus Ward Turkey Knob Orchard Inc Whiting Ward Supreme Court Christian E. Gudebrod New York City

Roanoke Greyhounds Visit Park Team Sunday At 3

The Roanoke Greyhounds bring a seven game win streak into a Sunday 3 pm visit to Park. They have defeated Danville and Norfolk in their current run and seek another strong showing against the Park squad.

Ye Roanoke Greyhounds Danville Norfolk

Soft Water Used Winchester Steam Laundry Ad

Steam Laundry at Winchester offers soft water service. Contact phone 28 for information.

Winchester

Rhodes Drug Co Open All Day Sunday

Rhodes Drug Co remains open all day Sunday from 9 a m to 9 p m with prompt order delivery available by phone 373. This notice appears on a single line classifieds snippet.

Hope Is Held For Victims Of Maryland Crash

A Maryland crash on a hill near Frederick left 14 year old William C. Marker dead and Sam Vincent 24 son of Mrs Sadie Vincent injured severely. Sam Vincent suffered a crushed right arm skull fracture jaw fracture and other injuries. his condition was described as satisfactory but not yet certain for recovery. The Marker family from Middletown mourns the death of Mrs John H Marker William C Marker’s mother. Sam Vincent’s father a poultryman was returning from a revival meeting when the car and truck collided.

Sam Vincent Sadie Vincent Frederick Howard Marker William C. Marker Middletown Knoxville John H. Marker

Mrs. J. E. McCone Dies at Fort Myer at 62

Mrs. James E. McCone age 62 died suddenly at her Fort Myer home across from the White House. She was the mother of Lieut Alexander McCone of the Sixteenth Field Artillery and a White House aide. Survived by two sons James F. McCone and Lieut Alexander McCone and daughter Miss Mary Jane McCone. funeral at Fort Myer Chapel tomorrow at 10 a.m. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery San Francisco.

James E. McCone Alexander McCone Sixteenth Field Artillery Fort Myer White House Califo McCone Thomas Lennan California Pioneers James T. McCone Royal College of Surgeons

City police urge heed to stop signs across intersections

Chief C. W. Hollis said many drivers ignore stop signs in the city and traffic officers report danger to pedestrians and other motorists. It is a misdemeanor to fail to stop, punishable by a fine of $1 to $5. The warning emphasizes safety over penalties.

C. W. Hollis Hollis

Gheen Praised as Outstanding Dinner Speaker

James E. Gheen of New York, an inspirational and humorous speaker, is booked by the local Rotary Club for Ladies Night at the George Washington Hotel in Winchester on July 26 at 7 p m. He is known for rapid fire delivery and held audiences at a Roanoke district Rotary meeting earlier this year as a highlight.

James E. Gheen New York George Washington Hotel Winchester Roanoke

Apples Growing Well in Augusta and State Survey

A July Virginia Fruit bulletin notes apples developing well with large size due to moisture, though worm injury and size remain key factors. Crops likely near 1933 levels but below 10-year averages. Augusta reports about a quarter to half of last year’s output, with regional variation and optimism on packing if sizes hold.

Virginia Fruit Campfield Virginia State Horticultural Society Virginia Mr. Campfield Augusta County Henry M. Taylor Richmond

State Garden Director Visits Winchester Gardens

William A. Matthews of Richmond, State Garden Director, toured 24 gardens in Winchester and Frederick county with Mrs. John W. Whitacre. City gardens rated 50 percent good, county gardens 70 percent good, a notably fine showing. Mrs. Whitacre said beans peas spinach and kale have been canned by subsistence garden workers.

William A. Matthews Richmond State Garden Winchester John W. Whitacre Frederick Matthews

BEER AND ALE FOR SALE OFF PREMISES ICE COLD

Advertisement listing beer and ale for sale off premises with phone number 558 at 17 E Piccadilly Street. Also notes BUSY BEE'S OLD STAND and a Yard Party relief church benefit on July 18 with a target code 7-14-16-1p-2t.

Piccadilly Street Busy Bee’s Yard Party Relief Church

Jack Frost Sunday Special Ice Cream Deal

A Sunday offer grants one pint sherbet free for every one pint of ice cream purchased. The promotion is listed with a 30c price and activity code 7-14-1p-1t, indicating a regional advertisement format.

Jack Frost Sherbert

Fan Quilt Draw at Front Church Ice Cream Night

Front Church of Christ on W Cork Street invites Thursday night July 19 for home made ice cream and a fan quilt raffle. Attend to see who wins the quilt. event begins 7 14 1p it.

Church of Christ W. Cork Street

Raid seizes two Winchester homes in illicit liquor sweep

In a swift raid after noon, city and county officers seized two Winchester residences. Prisoners Minnie Welsh and Mrs. Ray Kerns were taken to headquarters for a hearing. Officers described signs reading Positive No Credit and found wine making paraphernalia, bottles, and liquor.

Winchester C. W. Hollis Minnie Welsh West Germain Street Ray Kerns West Wolfe Street Hollis Donald Weems Kerns W. J. Newcome F. M Funk Phil Hollis

Virginia Wheat Growers Protest Price Bias Against Local Market

Virginia wheat farmers protested price discrimination they say favors Chicago. J H Meek of the State Department of Agriculture in Richmond cited moisture as the proper basis and noted Virginia growers receive 75 to 80 cents per bushel while Chicago prices run 85 to 90 cents.

Virginia Chicago J. H. Meek Division of Markets State Department of Agriculture Richmond

Hearing In Fatal Mishap Is Postponed

The trial of John Frederick, a Washington truck driver, facing involuntary manslaughter charges after a collision near Cedar Creek that killed Gibson Shull, has been postponed from this afternoon to Tuesday due to absent witnesses. Shull, son of H. E. Shull of Marlboro, was riding with James Madigan of Stephens City when their truck and a motorcycle collided on the Lee Highway. Shull died from injuries, while Madigan, injured, has since left the hospital.

John Frederick Washington Gibson Shull Cedar Creek Frederick Shull H. E. Shull Marlboro James Madigan Stephens City Lee Highway Madigan

Julian Hawthorne Dies at 88 in San Francisco

Julian Hawthorne, 88, famed author and son of Nathaniel Hawthorne, died at his San Francisco home after weeks of declining health. He was a prominent literary figure of the Nineteenth century.

Associated Press San Francisco Cal Julian Hawthorne Nathaniel Hawthorne

B and O Seeks to Get RFC Loan

Washington July 14 Baltimore and Ohio Railroad said it plans to issue 50 million dollars of four and a half percent secured notes and asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for permission to borrow all or part from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation aided by lower interest rates and charges from New York bankers.

Associated Press Washington Reconstruction Corporation New York Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Today Interstate Commerce Commission R. F.C

Timberman Tall Thrill Of Wild Cats Near Lake Md

E. E. Triplett of Rock Enon Springs recounts a night trek for water in the mountains above Luke Md when a flashlight revealed three wild cats and a bear. He fled to safety, later learning locals say lights intimidate beasts. Triplett operates 135 acres of pulp timber with 22 workers.

E. E. Triplett Rock Enon Springs Lake, Md Mr. Triplett Luke Triplett

Wicker To Address Young Democrats Convention

Senator John J Wicker Jr was named keynote speaker and temporary chairman for the Young Democratic Club of Virginia convention in Lynchburg on July 27 and 28. Leesburg state president John Galleher announced the unanimous selection by the committee and noted Galleher is Loudoun county’s commonwealth attorney.

John J Wicker Jr Young Democratic Club of Virginia Lynchburg Leesburg John Galleher Galleher Commonwealth Loudoun County Senator Wicker

Apples Wanted for Summer and Fall varieties

Our plant is open for the receipt of all varieties of Summer and Fall apples, graded or tree run, Phone 434. National Fruit Products Co. 7-13-1p-21.

National Fruit Products CO

IMPORTANT MEETING OF ALL FRUIT GROWERS

Frederick County fruit growers are called to a 2:30 p.m. Saturday meeting at the Court House to discuss spray residue and to consider improvements in inspection service or other issues. Phil H. Gold announces the gathering for Frederick County Fruit Growers.

Court House Phil H. Gold Frederick County

Two Day Meeting Of Salesmen Here Monday Tuesday

Over forty five salesmen of the O Sullivan Rubber Company will gather at the George Washington Hotel Monday and Tuesday July 16 and 17 for a company sales convention. R J Funkhouser of Rye NY will open the meeting and welcome the force. Managers will discuss shoe rebuilding, window advertising, and plans for selling the new O Sullivan Styst heel.

O'Sullivan Rubber Company George Washington Hotel R. J. Funkhouser Rye N. Y R. H. Cory New York M. W. O'Shea H. H. Jenkins Perry George Washington O’sulivan Rubber Company

Ankle Gives Way For D J Howard In Base Steal

D J Howard supervisor of vocational agriculture for northern Virginia based in the city is nearly recovered from a badly sprained ankle suffered during a Blacksburg baseball game. He had just hit a single and attempted a Ty Cobb style steal of second base. The ankle worsened, requiring aid to reach the dugout and a cane since the injury.

D. J. Howard Northern Virginia Blacksburg Mr. Howard Ty Cobb

Krol to Face Court Over Forfeiture of Bail

Max Krol, who lost an appeal of a six year sentence for embezzlement, is due in Corporation Court Monday to show why his $5,000 cash bail should not be forfeited. Reports say he is in Chicago with serious health issues as five indictments remain for alleged misusing funds of the Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mill.

Max Krol Corporation Court Winchester Krol Chicago Virginia Supreme Court Supreme Court Arthur G. Jones

Books On Stage At The Library

The library presents a selection titled The Work of the Little Theatres by C A Perry along with Stage Scenery and Lighting by Samuel Selden and Footlights and Spotlights by Otis Skinner. Also featured are My Years on the Stage by John Drew Up the Years from Bloomsbury by George Arliss Confessions of an Actor by John Barrymore and Charles Frohman by Isaac F Marcosson.

Little Theatres C. A. Perry Samuel Selden Otis Skinner John Drew Bloomsbury George Arliss John Barrymore Charles Frohman Isaac F. Marcosson

Money to Loan On City of Winchester Real Estate

Legal brief notes a loan offer on Winchester city real estate. Attorney firm KERN and KERN provides the notice with filing date June 30 and indicates a transaction or lien related to property in Winchester.

City of Winchester Real Estate

Germany Accepts U S Debt Transfer Talks

Berlin reports Germany has no intention to slight the United States and is ready to negotiate with the American government on servicing the Dawers and Young loans. Time is available for talks as coupon payments are not due until October 15 and December 1.

Berlin Germany United States William E. Dodd Dodd

Winchester dispensary delayed to September opening

The Virginia ABC Board said the Winchester liquor store in the Harper building at 12-14 South Loudoun will not open before August 15 and is expected to begin operations around September 1. Remodeling has removed partitions and lowered floors to eliminate entry steps. Nearby communities expect strong demand, and 15 new Virginia stores were announced with Winchester among five sites already selected.

Harper Faulkner South Loudoun Street Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Winchester Dispensary Winchester West Virginia Charles Town Martinsburg Berkeley Springs Romney ABC Board Virginia Norton Park Avenue First National Bank Appalachia Leesburg King Street Front Royal Main Street Warrenton Harrrisonburg Suffolk South Hill Emporia Lexington Williamsburg Warsaw Waynesboro Wythesville

Hitler Defends Executions Sparks Press Split Across Capitals

Berlin reports show Hitler defending the June 30 executions of 77 traitors to quell a revolt. He called mutineers to be shot and claimed the fate of the nation required swift, harsh action. European capitals weighed official comments and implications for Germany and foreign policy.

Hitler Associated Press Paris Wilh Germany Europe London Daily Mail von Hindenberg Reichswehr Berlin Adolf Hitler Ernst Boehm Supreme Court of Bis Reichstag Boehm Hitter

Also Mentioned on This Page

Turkey High Court Ward Counsel Case Rhodes Drug CO Maryland Vincent Young Marker J. E. McCone Gheen Timberman Tal Thrill Wicker O'Sullivan Rubber Co Kern & Kern Attys U. S The Winch Loudoun Boscawen Charles J. Dryfuse Sternburg Conservatory of Music West Philadelphia S. L. Flickinger North Washington Street Johnson
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