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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1919
Page
2
The article extols the reliability of The Associated Press, arguing accuracy precedes speed in reporting. It cites Paris shelling, armistice timing, and AP’s cooperative structure with 1100 editors reviewing every item, asserting AP statements go unchallenged even in heated campaigns.
The Richmond Times Dispatch notes absence of Prohibition Commissioner J Sidney Peters from Richmond, with attorney Dunford refusing to confirm or deny reports that Harry F Sweet Sr was suspended as a prohibition inspector. Dunford denies any link to the robbery of eighty quarts of whiskey and mentions Sweet’s indictment for the killings of Raymond Shackelford and Raymond Hudson.
Deeds admitted to record include Mary Elsie Snapp transferring life interest in 39 West Water Street to William H. Wright for $1,000. Also recorded are deeds from R. Richard Boyd and F. Pomins for 42 North Kano.
Several residents announce candidacies for local offices in the Northern District and Gainesboro area subject to the Democratic Primary on August 5 1919. Names include Robert Shade Lee N Whitacre Hugh G DeHaven Marshall Lewis Elan D Shenk William E Smith A R Rinker Luther P and John M Masshe. The notices promise faithful service and impartial duties if elected.
Independent candidate H O Pierce announces re election bid for the Virginia House of Delegates representing Winchester and Frederick County with support from friends. He notes working with Phil H Gold for County Clerk and mentions the Democratic Primary set for August 5. Brannon signs as another candidate in the district.
The Star receives a request from Mrs. N J Gray of Hot Springs Arkansas seeking a photograph of Private Clifford Gray of Company I 106th Infantry. Gray was killed in France on October 15 1918 and his mother lacks a photo. She asks comrades to send any single or group likeness to her via The Star.
The note highlights opportunities to invest money in Wax Savings Stories and encourages readers to consider their options for securing funds and potential growth. It emphasizes prudent choices and ongoing savings strategies.
Troop 1, Boy Scouts of America, arrived at Camp Cedar Creek Virginia in good shape after a morning trip. Scouts pitched tents under canvas as a thunderstorm rolled in, swam in rain to test a new swimming hole, and prepared for daily scout work and hikes. Dr W D Smith will speak Sunday at 3 pm and mail logistics are organized by Pinkney Arthur as mail man.
American editors and publishers of the National Editorial Association plan their 1919 convention with stops in Portland Tacoma Seattle and Vancouver. Seattle completes entertainment plans for arrivals August 14 for four days while Portland allocates 10000 for festivities and Vancouver Victoria also earmark funds.
Kernstown Virginia July 24. Mr and Mrs Oscar Robertson and children of McKeesport Pennsylvania visited the former's half brother Howard Chapman. Miss Goldie Metz of Welltown weekend with uncle Jacob Metz. Graham Cooper and daughter of Martinsburg West Virginia visiting mother Mrs J W Cammer. Dudley Lichliter discharged from A E F and at his mother’s home.
Private Clagett F. Hook has arrived at his Bartonville Virginia home after ten months with engineers overseas.
The piece stresses that tomorrow’s success rests on today’s thrift with War Savings Stamps as a practical path. It claims any postman can lay the cornerstone for individuals by promoting savings efforts and patriotic purchases.
Trustees and special commissioners announce public auctions of five Clarke County tracts in Berryville. The decreed sales include unimproved parcels totaling about 81 acres, 34 acres, 84 acres, 10 acres with a brick dwelling, and 25,160 square feet near the McCormick home. Possession follows sale confirmation. crops on lands reserved.
One third cash on sale balance to be evidenced by two bonds due in one and two years with six percent interest and secured by deed of trust and fire policy. Purchaser may pay all cash. Several tracts may be combined as directed. Also a decree of sale bond approval and an August 11 1919 reference order in Winchester Virginia with commissioner J W Baker.
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