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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1934

Page

5

Dairymen Promote August Picnic Near Winchester

Frederick County dairy producers plan a picnic on August 30 with cream judging and milking contests and prizes for top averages. The event, pending dairyman sentiment, may be held on grounds near Winchester with guidance from county agent I. Fred Stine and J. S. Haldemann of Haldemann Creamery.

Frederick County I. Fred Stine Winchester R. F. Keithly Blacksburg Virginia Polytechnic Institute Stine J. S. Haldemann Haldemann Creamery Company

Cumberland Valley Tennis Tournament Planned at Hagerstown Park

The first annual Cumberland Valley Tennis Tournament is set for August 9 at Hagerstown City Park Courts with singles doubles mixed doubles and ladies singles. Courts balls trophies and entries are coordinated by Stewart Paxton director with committee members Leslie Gardner Robert Beyard H E McFaddin and E H Lightner.

Cumberland Valley Hagerstown City Park Leslie Gardner Robert Beyard H. E. McFaddin E. H. Lightner Stewart Paxton West Washington Street Hagerstown Mr. Paxton McFfaddin

Severity of Auto Accidents Shows Increase in Virginia

Virginia motor vehicle accidents declined in the first five months of 1934 but their severity rose. Urban deaths increased 29.2 percent while injuries fell 11.2 percent. rural deaths fell 2.3 percent and injuries 2.5 percent. Property damage did not decline as fast.

Associated Press Richmond Virginia State Division of J. D. Wadkins

Public Sale of Valuable Orchard on 76 Acre Frederick Co. Parcel

Trustee announces a public auction of 76 acres in Frederick County Virginia near Kernstown Depot. The property includes an orchard and a small barn, with 6 percent interest financing via two-year bonds and a trust deed security. Sale to be held at Winchester Court House on Saturday August 4, 1934 at 11 a.m. One third cash, balance in two equal payments.

Circuit Court Frederick County Court House Winchester Kernstown Depot Omps Middle Road J. W. Baker

Wrong Number Sparks Ice Cream Sale Confusion

On a warm Sunday Andy Bell bought ice cream to cool off. A female caller asked for ice cream and quoted a price, prompting Bell to explain he only had a quart. Realizing the misdial, the caller hung up after the mix up was revealed.

Andy Bell Mr. Bell

Endeavor Union Hears Reports From Delegates

The Winchester Christian Endeavor Union met at the Friends Church on Washington Street. President Calvin Martin led the service and delegates Lillian Gill Eloise Caldwell and Margaret Richards reported on the state convention in Richmond. Rev. Robert B. Campbell installed new officers as the quartet performed and the benediction closed the meeting.

Winchester Christian Endeavor Union Friends Church Washington Street Calvin Martin Christian Endeavor Richmond Lillian Gill Eloise Caldwell Margaret Richards Irene Clark Marshall Kline Orville Hoover Rene Mathews Robert B. Campbell Christian Endeavor Union Union

Kathaleen R. Kline Reappointed Notary Public for Four Years

Governor George C. Perry reappoints Kathaleen R. Kline as Notary Public for another four years after she subscribes to the oath and posts a 500 dollar bond as required by law.

Kathaleen R. Kline George C. Perry

80th Division Reunion Set for August at Conneaut Lake Park

Veterans from Winchester and Frederick counties, World War II era 80th Blue Ridge division members, will attend the 15th annual encampment at Conneaut Lake Park in Pennsylvania from August 16 to 19. W. L. Fleming, general chair, says reservations indicate the largest turnout in history. Park accessible by three railroads and several bus lines from Pittsburgh and other cities.

Winchester Frederick County 80Th Blue Ridge) Division Conneaut Lake Park W. L. Fleming Association Pittsburg

Galilee Revival Opens July 29 At Grimes

The Galilee Church of the Disciples of Christ at Grimes will start a revival meeting Sunday morning July 29 led by Evangelist H D Coffey with over 6000 converts in Virginia and credited with raising funds for more than 30 church buildings. The revival runs three Sundays with Charles E McVay as song leader and soloist. services begin nightly at 8 o clock and all are welcome.

Galilee Church of the Disciples of Christ Grimes H. D. Coffey Virginia Coffey Lynchburg College Charles E. McVay

Miss Alice V. Taylor Appointed to Clerical Post

Miss Alice Virginia Taylor has been appointed to a clerical post, receiving a new position in the local office. The announcement highlights her qualifications and the responsibilities she will assume.

Alice Virginia Taylor

Winchester native Miss Taylor joins city manager staff

Miss Taylor, a Handley High School graduate and Winchester native, has joined the city manager's office effective yesterday. She is the daughter of Mr. John W. Taylor of 1019 Berryville Avenue, a former Baltimore and Ohio Railroad employee well known in Winchester.

Miss Taylor Winchester Handley High School John W. Taylor Berryville Avenue Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company

Frederick County Wheat Control Committee Re-elected

All members of the Frederick County Wheat Production Control Association committee have been re elected. On Saturday July 26 the district committee chairmen will meet to form a new county organization. Compliance on wheat contracts is complete except for a final check in the county agent I Fred Stine's office.

Frederick County Wheat Production Control Association Committee Fred Stine

District committee leaders listed by region in brief

The document lists district committee members with chairs for Opequon Stonewall Vi Gainsboro Back Creek Shawnee and corresponding chairmen including J H Funkhouser A F Lillard P H Wakeman Huyett Wright Omps Pease Baker Larrick Snapp Glaize with initials. The fragment reflects local governance or party structure.

Opequon J. H. Funkhouser A. F. Lillard P. H. Wakeman Stonewall Huyett A. ’. Wright Everett O.porte Gainsboro - Back Creek R. L. Omps M. J. Pease V. O. Baker

Qualifies As Administratrix in Rogers Estate

Mrs. Virginia Muse Shaver of Middletown and Maurertown has qualified as administratrix of the estate of her deceased aunt Miss Lutie A. Rogers of Middletown. Rogers died June 14. Shaver posted a $400 bond with Wade H. Muse as security. The estate consists of household furniture. Appraisers named by Clerk C. C. Brannon are A. B. Kline, Fred Kline, C. E. Cougill, E. R. Sperry, and Trone W. Sperry.

Virginia Muse Shaver Middletown Maurertown Lutie A. Rogers Wade H. Muse C. C. Brannon A. B Fred Kline C. E. Cougill E. R Trone W. Sperry

Farm Bulletins Issued for Frederick County Farmers

Courtesy of Representative A Willis Robertson department bulletins on insects crops and livestock are distributed to I Fred Stine county agent for Frederick County farmers. Topics include rose foliage seed corn alfalfa timber strawberries shade trees swine tomatoes greenhouse construction vegetables peaches and more. Copies available at the county agent's office.

A. Willis Robertson Department of Agriculture I. Fred Stine Frederick County

Preference for Norge over competitors

Reader letter argues Norge offers superior performance and reliability compared to rival brands. Emphasizes energy efficiency, durable construction, and long service life as key reasons. Calls for consumer choice based on value, support, and domestic manufacturing.

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