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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1925

Page

5

Social and Personal Society Entertained At Home

The Society of the rstan Church gathered at Mrs. R. C. Hook’s home to elect officers for the new year. Miss Anna Amelia Sea bright was chosen president, Miss Frances Hook vice president, Miss Eigie Mathews secretary treasurer, and Mrs. Bertha Boyce corresponding secretary. After business, guests enjoyed lawn games and social hour with refreshments, planning to meet next month with Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cather.

Society of the Rstan Church R. C. Hook Anna Amelia Seabright Frances Hook Eigie Mathews Bertha Boyce Russell Cather

Notable Guests At Hotel Jack Visit Various Cities

Among the recent visitors listed at Hotel Jack are Mr. and Mrs K H Robinson and child from Boston, Mr. and Mrs A Vance from Pittsburg, Frank H Gibbs and Miss Mary F Grant from Warrington, J O Clark and family with Mrs F M Rothrock from Pittsburg, Mr. and Mrs O M Sheppard of Suffolk, Samuel P Irwin of Bloomington, and Miss Boris E Irwin of Yonkers.

Jack K. H.robinson J. B. Gibbs Boston A. Vance Pittsburg Frank H. Gibbs Mary F. Grant Warrington J. 0. Clark F. M. Rothrock 0. M. Sheppard Suffolk Samuel P. Irwin Bloomington, Ill Mise Boris E. Irwin Yonkers, N. Y

Night Guests At The A. Bate and Others

A list of attendees includes Daniel M. Cohen of New York H. W. Donohue of Washington L. Landon M. P. Landis Miss Ellie Lindsay and Cecelia Miller of Pulaski Virginia N F Duke of Richmond Charles E McGuire and wife William McGuire Emma Beck Dr and Mrs EB Harper Richmond RE Cankey and daughters Mrs Clara J Murphy Brynhilder Jr John F Mur eeetee Wis Fred L Posen Milwaukee Wisconsin.

A. Bate Daniel M. Cohen New York H. W. Donohue Washington L. Landon M. P. Landis Ellie Lindsay Pee Cecelia Miller Pulaski N. F. Duke Richmond Charles E. McGuire William McGuire Emma Beck Baltimore EB. C. Harper RE. Cankey N.J Mis Clara J. Murphy Brynhilder, Jr John F. Mureeetee Wis Fred. L. Posen Bus

Greenwood and Son Visit Baltimore Friends

Mr William Greenwood and his son Walter of Petersburg Virginia arrived in the city yesterday for a short visit to friends. Formerly with Bakers drug store he has many friends here who were glad to welcome him back. They plan to spend time in Baltimore with friends before returning home. While here they stayed at Hotel Jack.

Greenwood William. Greenwood Walter Petersburg Baltimore Hotel Jack

Cornwell Couple Headed to Hudson Visit

Mr and Mrs Cornwell William B Cornwell depart this evening for Scarborough on Hudson New York to stay with Mr and Mrs Eugene Ailes formerly of Washington Miss Susan Colston and Miss Marian Cornwell travel to Clarksburg West Virginia to visit Miss Colston s brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Trapnell

Cornwell Hudson iMes William. B. Cornwell Scarborough-on-Hudson N. Y Hudson Valley Eugene Ailes Washington Susan Colston Marian Cornwell Clarksburg W. Va Colston Trapnell

Misses Stuart Entertain At Hawthorne Dance

The Misses Stuart hosted a Friday night dance at Hawthorne, their North Western Grade home, with about 125 guests from Washington Baltimore Warrenton Martinsburg and nearby areas. Joe Vergi's orchestra provided music and the festivities continued late. Notable guests included Miss Carean Turner Miss Katherine Turner Nathaniel Cartmell Edward Kennedy Parker Nolan Charles Wallace Waller and Miss Mary Hart.

Isses Stuart Misses Stuart Washington Nathaniel Cartmell Edward Kennedy Parker Nolan Charles Wallace Baltimore Waller Laurel Mary Hart Clarksburg W. Va

Motoring Party Returns to Martinsburg Area

Members of the McCormac Williams Emmert group from Martinsburg West Virginia have returned from a pleasant motoring trip through parts of New York state and Canada. Nora Carper with daughter Helen Carper and son Wayne Anderson return home after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Mellon Adams near Gainesboro. Miss Gladys Parish and Miss Whitlock of Gore were guests at the Adams home during the same stay.

H. B. McCormac Philip Williams Allen R. Emmert Martinsburg W. Va New York State Canada Htful Viste Nora Carper Helen Carper Wayne Anderson Mellon Adams Gainesboro Gladys Parish Whitlock Gore Adams

Plandekes Arrive After Westward Trip to City

Mr and Mrs Walter C Plandeke formerly of this city now of New York arrived yesterday by automobile from a western trip. He will stay only a few days while Mrs Plandeke remains with her parents Mr and Mrs William R Hillyart at their Valley Pike home.

Gregsons Attend Hawthorne Hotel Opening in Salem Mass

Mr and Mrs Gregson and their son depart this morning for Salem Massachusetts to attend the formal opening of the Hawthorne Hotel as part of American Hotels Corporation. They will meet Mr and Mrs William Fienner of the Molly Pitcher Hotel in Carlisle Pennsylvania and expect to be away about a week. Harry H Cookus acts as manager of the George Washington during the absence.

Gregson Harry H. Cookus George Wathington

Mrs Brances McFaden Returns From Visits to Richmond and Charles Town

Mrs Brances McFaden has returned from visits to friends in Richmond Virginia and Charles Town West Virginia.

Brances ‘McFaden Richmond Charles Town W. Va

Hart Family Travel From Clarksburg To Winchester

Mrs Charles M Hart Miss Mery Hart and Mr Wiliam Hart of Clarksburg motored Thursday to Winchester and are all of Mr and Mrs Victor Arthur.

Charles M. Hart Mery Hart Wiliam Hart Clarksburg Winchester Victor Arthur

Weekend Guests At Dr. Stuart Home

Miss Careau of Washington and Mr. Shahake are weekend guests of Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Stuart at their home on the Northwestern Grade.

Miss Careau Washington Mr. Shahake E. C. Stuart

Miss Evelyn Shipley Returns From Leesburg Visit

Miss Evelyn Byrd Shipley returns with a friend to the home of Mrs William Byrd on West Cork Street, accompanied by her grandmother, at the family residence.

Miss’ Evelyn Byrd Shipley Leesburg, Va Miss Shipley William Byrd West Cork Street

Mr and Mrs Gaylord Travel to Fairfax Visit

Mr and Mrs Paul Gaylord left by automobile to visit Mrs Micnarason at her home in Fairfax and expected to return Sunday evening.

Paul Gaylord Toy Micnarason Fairfax

Bishop Brown Spends Wend With Family at Summer Home

Bishop William Cabell Brown is spending the weekend with his family at their summer home on South Washington Street.

William Cabell Brown South Washington Street

Charleston Couple Arrive for Short Visit in City

Mr and Mrs Joseph Long of Charleston West Virginia arrived today on a short visit to friends and are registered at the George Washington Hotel.

Joseph Long Charleston W. Va George Washington Hotel

Miss Dorothy Crisman Vacationing with Sister in Martinsburg

Miss Dorothy Crisman of the King's Daughters Hospital Martinsburg is spending her vacation with her sister Miss Mary Crisman at her West Monmouth Street home.

Dorothy Crisman King’s Daughters’ Hospital Martinsburg Miss Mary Crisman West Monmouth Street

Cumberland Couple Guests of Miss Evans at North Kent

Mr and Mrs Arthur Dix of Cumberland Maryland are guests of Miss Margaret Evans at her home on North Kent Street.

Arthur’ Dix Cumberland, Md Margaret Evans North Kent Street

Miss Elizabeth Renner Visits Maud Risler in Charles Town

Miss Elizabeth Renner was a guest yesterday of Miss Maud Risler of Charles Town West Virginia. The social note highlights a brief visit and local courtesy between two residents.

Elizabeth Renner Maud Risler Charles Town W. Va

Roanoke Woman Leaves For Middletown Visit

Miss Laura Lindamood of Roanoke, guest of the Misses Boehm on North Market street, departed yesterday for Middletown to spend a few days with Mrs. C. Dinges before returning home to Roanoke, Virginia.

Laura Lindamood Roanoke

Woodstock Visit Highlights Two Local Friends

Mr. Frank Fineburg and Mr. Louis Wonder were seen calling on friends in Woodstock last night in a brief, social street scene. The informal visit underscores everyday community ties in the town.

Frank Fineburg Louis Wonder Woodstock

Baltimore Shoe Rep Visits City, Stays at Hotel Jack

Mr James D Kayden representative of the T J Monogaham Shoe Company of Baltimore is in town on business for his firm and a guest at Hotel Jack.

James D. Kayden Baltimore Jack

Brown and McVey families to visit in Hughesville

Mr and Mrs Richard Brown with their children and Mr and Mrs C P McVey and their son plan a trip tomorrow to Hughesville Maryland to visit Mrs George Cochran at her home.

Richard Brown C. P. McV Hughesville, Md George Cochran

Mr Herbert Miller Heads to Washington on Business

Mr Herbert Miller left this morning for Washington on business and is due back tonight.

Herbert Miller Washington

Tharpe Couple Weekend Visit Near Stephenson

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Tharpe are spending the weekend with Mrs. Tharpe's mother, Mrs. S. B. Travers, near Stephenson.

Mrs Ernest Tharpe Mrs. Tharpe S. B. Travers Stephenson

Mr Joe Nachman Heads to Baltimore for Day with Friends

Mr Joe Nachman and his family plan a drive to Baltimore tomorrow to spend the day with friends, enjoying a brief excursion and social time away from home.

Joe Nachman Baltimore

Hiltzheimer and Nephew Visit Hagerstown for Day of Business

Mr. Thomas Hiltzheimer and his nephew Ralph Scott of the city motored to Hagerstown yesterday and spent the day on business.

Thomas Hiltzheimer Ralph Scott Hagerstown

Mrs Henkle and sons return from Pennsylvania trip

Mrs C M Henkle and her sons travel home this evening from Hershey Mount Gretna Gettysburg and Lebanon Pennsylvania after visiting relatives.

C. M. Henkle and Sons Hershey Mount Gretna Gettysburg Lebanon

White Way Garage Owner Bitten By Bulldog

Mr George Guthridge proprietor of the White Way Garage on South Main street was bitten on the hand yesterday while playing with his bulldog at his place of business. The wound was not serious but medical attention was given.

George Guthridge White Way South Main Street

Baltimore businessman returns home after visit

Mr. T. T. Todd of Baltimore, in town on business for his firm, returned home today. He was a guest at the George Washington while visiting.

T. T. Todd Baltimore Mr. Todd George Washington

Washington guests depart after visit with Miss Wyndham

Miss Ruth Windham, Mr Harry Benner and Mr and Mrs James McCue of Washington returned home after staying with Miss Ida Wyndham at her West Water street residence. The social note records a cordial visit and departure.

Ruth Windham Harry Benner James McCue Washington Ida Wyndham West Water Street

Mrs Beulah Young Heads to Washington and Baltimore

Mrs Beulah Young left this morning by automobile for Washington where she will stay with the Misses Wyndham. From there she will proceed to Baltimore and North Beach to visit Mrs D B Feighly.

Beulah Young Washington

Emily Sleifer and kin visit Knoxville Md grandmother

Miss Emily Sleifer along with her sister and cousin Russell Austin leave for Knoxville Maryland to spend a month visiting their grandmother Mrs. G B Lerch.

Emily Sleifer Russell Austin Knoxville G. B. Lerch

Mrs Smith and Mrs Dughlason Visit Wayside Plantation Hostes

Mrs Douglas Smith and Mrs Virginia DusHane depart tomorrow for Wayside Maryland to stay with Mr and Mrs G B Harris for a week. They will join their parents Mr and Mrs H D Fuller who have been guests at the Harris plantation for some time.

Douglas Smith Virginia DuShane Wayside G. B. Harris H. D. Fuller

Social Evening Hosted For Guests At Williams Home

Mrs R Gray Williams hosts a card party honoring Mrs H D Flood who is a guest of Mrs R E Byrd and Mrs Abney Payne. Mr Hoye Riley, who had tonsils removed this morning at Memorial Hospital, returned home this afternoon.

R. Gray Williams H. D. Flood R. E. Byrd Abney Payne Mr. Hoye Riley Memorial Hospital

Richmond Red Cross Worker Returns Tonight

Miss Martha Stowers has been in Richmond on Red Cross business and is returning here tonight.

Martha Stowers Richmond Red Cross

Mr. Baptist Returns Home After Vacation Visit

Mr. M. J. Baptist, currently staying with his brother Dr. Baptist in Ivy Virginia, is returning home tonight. The brief note highlights a family visit during a vacation.

M. J. Baptist Dr. Baptist Ivy, Va

Newlyweds Boone Take Apartment With Mrs Miller

Mr and Mrs A D Boone recently married have moved into an apartment with Mrs Miller Jen.

A. D. Boone Miller Jen

Prairie DuChien Attorney Ends Visit With Hosts

Mr. Alexander Athey of Prairie DuChien Wisconsin, a prominent attorney, is returning home today after being a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Grover Cooper. The visit highlighted his standing in the Prairie DuChien legal community.

Alexander Athey Prairie DuChien Wis Grover Cooper Mr. Athey

Parker and Bell Begin Month at Shenandoah Camp

Messrs Theodore Parker and Stewart Bell Jr spend a month on vacation at Shenandoah Camp near Harrisonburg Virginia. The trip highlights a quiet family outing with outdoor leisure and scenic mountain surroundings.

Messrs Theodore Parker Stewert Bell, Jr Shenandoah Camp Harrisonburg, Va

Miss Myrtle Byers Leaves Washington Visit

Miss Myrtle Byers, guest of Mrs. Michael Collins for a week, departs this evening for her home in Washington.

Myrtle Byers Michael Collins Washington

Miss Hattie Marple Heads to Washington Visit

Miss Hattie Marple departed this morning for a short visit with friends in Washington.

Hattie Marple Washington

Richmond woman returns with six children from parish home

Miss N. F. Duke of Richmond who has worked in children's welfare in this city arrived today taking six children from the parish home. She was a guest at the George Washington Hotel while visiting.

N. F. Duke Richmond Miss Duke George Washington Hotel

Buffalo Man Confesses to Killing of Miss Durke

Police say Mick Kosmowski of Buffalo confessed to shooting Dorothy LaMont also known as Mildred Durke. He killed the Hornell, New York girl yesterday afternoon amid jealousy over attention she paid other men and dumped her body in a woods near Buffalo, where it was found last night.

Associated Press Buffalo N. Y Mick Kosmowski Mildred Durke Hornwell Dorothy LaMont

Shenandoah and Texas Maneuvers Not Satisfactory

On July 18 off the Atlantic coast maneuvers between the dirigible Shenandoah and the battleship Texas failed to yield authoritative lessons. Rear Admiral Hughes reported to the Navy Department that while Shenandoah sighted Texas an hour before the limit, conditions could have hindered Texas under less favorable weather. Further tests were deemed necessary as Shenandoah battled winds and did not proceed toward Atlantic City.

Associated Press Washington Texas Atlantic Hughes Navy Department Atlantic City

Famous Crater Tunnel Reopens For Visitor Ceremonies

Petersburg historians hail the Crater tunnel as the war’s tragic landmark, set to reopen with a July 30 ceremony by the Petersburg Battlefield Commission. The site, blasted in 1864 to mark Elliott’s Salient, drew thousands who perished amid mines and heavy fire. Survivors of the Forty-eighth Pennsylvania and Confederate defenders are invited to attend.

Associated Press Petersburg Elliott the Crater Forty-eighth Pennsylvania Regiment

Pay Now and Save the Discount Rate

Special July rate in effect for The Evening Star. Carrier delivery is $4.00 per year and mail in advance is $3.00. New subscribers pay the same rates.

Prepare Statements By Scientists For Scopes Case Record

Dayton, Tennessee, July 18. Defense lawyers organized statements from scientists in many fields to be filed in the Scopes case records. A stenographic corps will transcribe all day and tomorrow for the courts, should the teacher be convicted under Tennessee’s evolution ban.

Associated Press Dayton, Tenn Tennessee Dayton Chattanooga

Evacuation of the Ruhr Under Way

Berlin dispatch notes the Ruhr evacuation progressing with French troops departing Recklinghausen and set to leave Gelsenkirchen tomorrow Hattingen Monday. Sanction cities Duesseldorf Duisberg Ruhrort expected to evacuate in early August.

Associated Press Berlin Ruhr Recklinghausen Gelsenkirchen Hattingen Duesseldorf Duisberg Ruhrort

Minneapolis Man Starts on Rampage In N Y City

New York July 18 Homecoming theatre patrons on Broadway were startled by a shooting of a cab driver and a pursuit of his assailant. John Blackburn of Minneapolis, said to be a war gas victim, was arrested after claiming revenge on card sharps. The driver was severely wounded and a detective captain reported being shot at during the chase.

Associated Press New York Broadway John Blackburn Minneapolis Walt Kropal Blackburn Kropel Kerr

Winners Ik Days Contest Draws Prizes at The Star Office

The Star Office announces winners of the Dollar Days Contest held yesterday and the day before. First prize is $10 to number 8040, second prize $5 to 2620, third prize $5 to 5073, and a year's subscription to 10067. Coupons must be presented quickly for prize award. unclaimed numbers may be redrawn after one week.

Star Office

Church Services Schedule With Crim In Charge

Church school and Wesleyan Bible class at 9 45. Preaching service at 11 with Mr Harry M Crim in charge. No evening service. An invitation is extended to all to attend these services.

Wesleyan Harry M. Crim

Roanoke Joins Shenandoah Valley Inc in Effort

Roanoke Virginia known as the Magic City joins Shenandoah Valley Inc to promote sources and scenic attractions of the region. The board admitted Roanoke to joint membership on terms similar to Southwestern Virginia Inc. Local figures include R. H. Angell and Frank Littel. Roanoke seeks linkage with Blue Ridge National Park plans.

Grottoes Roanoke Magic City Virginia Blue Ridge Alegheny Mountains Potomac River Bristol Shenandoah Valley, Inc Frank Littel Rockingham Shenandoah Valley Movement Southwestern Virginia, Inc Blue Ridge Mountains R. H. Angell Shenandoah National Park Board, Inc

Quality Greater Shows Here For Benefit Of Firemen

Beginning Monday evening July 20 the Quality Greater Shows come to Winchester for a firemen’s benefit. The event unfolds off the old baseball diamond on South Stewart street with nightly crowds expected all week. Attractions include Glide on the Glider Venetian Swings Eli Ferris Wheel Merry-Go-Round and Big Jubi lee Minstrels plus Prince Charlie and Sand Cave of Kentucky. The Sand Cave recounts Floyd Collins entombment and death, with Birds Beast and Reptile tents to round out the program. Firemen from each company form the committee and guarantee cleanliness and suitability for ladies and children.

Winchester Firemen South Stewart Street Prince Charlie Sand Cave Kentucky Floyd Collins

Lumber Company Reorganization To Be Taken Up

Winchester Lumber Company directors did not take up reorganization plans yesterday afternoon. A board member said only routine matters were discussed and a full board was not present. Attention is on reorganization, with action expected at the next full board meeting when a plan is decided.

Winchester Lumber Company

Subscriptions Reminder and Discount Offer

The notice urges readers to renew subscriptions by July to retain the current rate. New subscribers receive the same discount as existing ones, with the deadline noted in the message.

Winchester Firemen Parade Meeting at City Hall

All members of the Winchester Fire Department are called to gather at City Hall Plaza on Monday evening, July 20 at 7 30 to participate in the Firemen's Parade in citizens dress. Signed by H. H. Willis F. W. Forney and W. E. Huntsberry.

Winchester Fire Department City Hall Plaza H. H. Willis F. W. Forney W. E. Huntsberry

Rev Dr Freed To Preach At Grace Lutheran Church

The Rev Dr C A Freed new pastor at Grace Lutheran Church will preach tomorrow at 11 am and 8 pm. Sunday school is at 9 30 am the Men s Bible class also at 9 30 am. The Young People s League meets at 7 pm. Dr Freed and his family reside in the church parsonage on North Market Street. Large congregations are expected for tomorrow’s services.

C. A. Freed Grace Lutheran Church Young People’s League Freed North Market Street

Old Bethel Sunday School Picnic Announced

The Old Bethel Sunday school invites the public to a picnic in the church grove next Saturday July 25 to spend the day together enjoying the event and fellowship.

Old Bethel Sunday School

Salvation Army Services Held With Open Air Talks

Salvation Army announces open air services this evening at 7 30 followed by Sunday schedule including open air 10 a m jail 11 a m Sabbath school 2 30 p m Y P L 7 p m preaching 8 p m all welcome at Southwark street jail and nearby locations.

Southwark Street

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