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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1917
Page
1
Washington reports there is no exemption path for slacker or unfair exemption. President Wilson’s regulations tighten draft rules and exemption boards. Army officers note many youths join coast defense and naval reserve to avoid active service, but loyalty is praised for those who face combat in France.
Allied airmen raided Essen on Saturday night with more severe bombardments than the recent attack. The dispatch from the frontier reported tremendous explosions following the blasts at the Krupp munitions works, a major German industrial center.
Berlin dispatch denies reports that Argentina broke off diplomatic relations with Germany. It says Germany has not yet answered Argentina's note concerning the sinking of two steamships.
The State Department announced that the American schooner Childe Harrold was sunk by a German submarine in European waters on June 20. The master and eight crew members were saved. the vessel sailed from New York.
American troops at the permanent base camp near the front move into final intensive drills for firing line duties. They cooperate with the French division as General Sibert commands. Sammies unload equipment and perform daily camp tasks as preparations reach their last stage. The Fire Girls plan a garden party at Winchester Inn yard Tuesday evening with refreshments by real live Finns.
Winchester ladies plan an Inn card party Friday from 4 30 to 6 30 to raise funds for war relief. Tables of five hundred and other card games cost 50 cents with all proceeds to charity. Prizes donated by Baltimore Washington and Winchester merchants. Non players pay 10 cents admission. Refreshments and music will accompany the event.
Washington reports on July 17 indicate the Reichstag speech by new German chancellor Michaelis will determine the future of the Teutonic alliance. Austria resents Hollweg’s ouster and fears Junker policy while Russia presses on Austro Hungarian fronts as German troops shift to the west. Diplomatic circles await policy clearer. Italy and Russia may push for separate peace if Michaelis backs the junker program.
The Senate military affairs committee agreed unanimously to recommend immediate passage of the $640,000,000 aviation bill after a 30 minute session. The bill will be reported immediately and taken up in the Senate tomorrow. The vote was described as a foregone conclusion.
Wanted notices seek coopers for apple barrels with steady work and good pay plus board. Also orchard foreman position available at Turkey Knor Orchard Mt Jackson Virginia. Burnt Church Yard Party announced for July 6 at Bryarly's School House.
The Metropolitan Shows arrive in Winchester next week for charity benefit by the Charley Roves Fire Company. They boast many features including Maybelle Macks Mules with 20 horses a dog and monkey troupe and fourteen people, the thrilling Motor Drome and a variety of side shows and comedians. Free acts include Marvelous Melville and a strong emphasis on comfort and safety for children and mothers.
Washington July 17 All will be ready for the draft by tomorrow night according to General Crowder ten states have not reported local board organization but Crowder expects completion by noon tomorrow Secretary Baker and General Crowder will confer tonight to discuss details of the draw and aim to publish results tomorrow
Advertises farm wheat insurance against fire and lightning with lowest possible rates from Hansbrough and Carter Insurance-Tans-Investments. Includes two phone lines for contact.
The admiralty reports a naval brush in the North Sea between German armed steamers and British light forces. Two German ships were severely damaged and reached the Dutch coast in bad condition. Four additional German steamers were captured by the British.
The 16 day Seashore Excursion from Winchester departs July 19 at 7:25 a.m. for Atlantic City and South Jersey resorts. Round trip rate is 50 cents. The trip includes Park and North Jersey destinations.
Richmond July 17 John Garland Pollard a Democratic candidate for Virginia governor rejects Westmoreland Davis attack as misrepresentation calling out Davis for claiming farmers must unite against city folks Pollard notes Davis kept a New York law office while owning a Virginia farm and living partly in Richmond He cites 1913 New York directory to support his claim and argues Virginia farmers will choose a genuine farmer governor.
A major liquor seizure occurred on West Monmouth Street when Chief Doran Deputy Sheriff Armel and Policeman Dove raided a stable. About 60 quarts of liquor and four dozen bottles of beer were recovered along with a watch on a young man selling from the site.
The Elks plan a community voting event to name the most popular married woman, young woman, baby, man, and boy under seventeen in Winchester. Prizes include a silver loving cup, a $75 diamond ring, a diamond ring, a Hamilton gold watch, and a gold watch. Ballot boxes are at Denny Jewelry, Crystal White Palace, Hotel Evans, and Ryest and Orndorff. voting ends July 26 on the plaza. Votes counted daily and posted at boxes. proceeds go to the Elks Red Cross Fund.
Miss Quincy performs fancy and acrobatic diving from a springboard into a steel water tank ending with a dive from a 100 foot ladder on the plaza next week as part of Elks events.
The big tent at the corner of Germany and Market streets draws growing crowds each night. Residents are urged to attend for a feast of good things and spiritual messages, with tonight's session promising further interest.
Property listing for a furnished house offering 12 rooms and 2 baths with all modern conveniences. Terms are moderate and possession is available at once. Contact Mrs. T. W. Harrison.
A special council meeting is called to decide between Charley Rouss Fire Company’s request to use Market Street near City Hall for a carnival and Winchester Lodge of Elks’ prior approval to use the plaza west of City Hall for a carnival next week. Both groups sought the same dates creating a scheduling clash.
Harry Maris a North Main street bootblack was fined ten dollars and costs in police court for selling on Sunday. He admitted selling pop cigars and peanuts but claimed others were allowed to do the same. Justice Fultz said restaurants have licenses to sell on Sunday. Maris will apply for a restaurant license.
Commissioner J. L. Maphis pressed charges against Ford Carper for operating a passenger automobile without a license. Carper testified he hauled passengers for free, only covering gasoline and tolls. Justice Fultz reserved judgment to hear an important witness tonight, with several witnesses present to support Carper.
Mutual Fire Insurance Co. offers coverage for wheat crops and live stock against lightning at a very low rate. Hugh B. Lupton & Son serve as agents in Winchester Virginia, advertising agricultural protection for farmers.
Baltimore wholesale markets closed with spot wheat at 2.09 and corn at 1.96. Local dealers quoted 2.00 for wheat after the market.
The War Department named the Virginia Military Institute a junior training camp. The designation honors VMI for its voluntary service in prewar officer training. Colonel Peter N. Traub informed Adjutant-General W. W. Sale about the camp’s aim to train men aged eighteen to twenty one for future army officers.
A large wire fence is placed around the plaza lawn to keep crowds off as the BKE prepare for an upcoming carnival. Authorities say the barrier ensures safety and orderly crowd control during the event.
American gun crew aboard a transport ferrying U S troops to France reports sinking a German submarine after it fired torpedoes at the ship. Gunner James F. Bray of South Boston says the submarine was hit and sank, while officials in Washington dispute the portion about sinking survivors.
Washington reports the United States cannot place more than 259000 men in French territory within a year even if training is accelerated. Army officials warn against rushing National Guard to France and emphasize safety as the guiding principle while shipping limits constrain supply movements for the current and future expedition.
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Maude Mae Copenhaver to Mr. Harry Alva Racey in Hagerstown Maryland on Thursday July 22. The bride from Frederick county families wore white silk and a matching hat. the groom is a young farmer. A wedding reception followed at the groom’s home.
Rain or shine the community hosts a moonlit garden party at Winchester Inn tonight. Attendees are urged to come in good spirits despite the weather for hot cakes ice cream and a festive camp fire with games and books.
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