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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
1
The article states the next wage or contribution increase is not expected to be as large as the initial hike. Officials outlined current plans and emphasized gradual steps, noting that future adjustments depend on economic conditions and policy goals.
Washington reports that the second increment of the National Army will credit each enlisted man to his state for those who enlisted since the war began. Quotas for the second draft are to reflect prior enlistments, with estimates of under 500000 for the second increment due to training and equipment delays. The bill sets an army of one million, with drafting provisions to maintain strength. Remnant sale at H. K. Green and Bro. Saturday.
Washington July 26 Leaders across camps agreed to place a Senate vote next Wednesday August 1 on the Shepherd resolution proposing a nation wide dry amendment to the constitution. The measure would auto nullify unless three fourths of states ratified within six years. Dry forces must gain 11 states to reach 46 while twenty five states are already dry. Senator Shepherd spoke of anticipated gains and the wets holding 13 states for six years to keep the nation wet.
In Winchester Mississippi Ida L Wyndham appointed administratrix of her mother Cornelia F Wyndham estate. She filed a $200 bond. Also a yard party event at Ridgeway Saturday night and a rye sale notice by H B Keckley and Co with terms.
Wanted, coopers to make apple barrels with first class stock, steady work, good pay and board through Nov 1. Also Orchard Foreman positions open at Turkey Knob Orchard in Mt Jackson, Virginia. Apply to Mt Jackson post office or local listing.
Massachusetts representatives Pagne and Dallinger charged that their mail was opened tampered with in transit by postal authorities. The claim follows Thomas Flaherty's assertion against Postmaster General Burleson over Boston pneumatic tube mail changes and truck delivery. A congressional investigation is expected to determine truth and motives.
The Fourth Annual Sunday School Convention of Stonewall District will be held at Welltown M E Church South on Thursday August 2 1917. You are cordially invited to come and be present with us. COMMITTEE.
July 31 marks the last day to renew mail subscriptions at reduced rates. Readers are urged to renew now.
Baltimore July 26 a harrowing WWI tale reaches the city via a letter from Henry C. Evans now in France with the American Field Service. A Canadian officer allegedly witnessed by his brother was crucified by the Huns above allied trenches as German troops shot his brother to end his pain.
Mrs. R T Barton announces 1832 signed food saving pledges from Winchester and Frederick County as part of a nationwide drive. The cards, compiled by 68 local workers, form a mailing list to aid the government in conserving the nation's food supply. Continued on page six.
Property listing by W. L. Fultz offering 136 acres of virgin limestone land eight miles from Winchester on good road. Includes new house and bored well with lush crops showing potential. Priced at 65 dollars per acre, urging quick inspection. Real estate notice from Winchester.
A special Common Council session is scheduled for 8 o'clock tonight with limited agenda. The purpose is to finalize an ordinance borrowing $15,000 to carry the city until fall taxes are due.
For sale six percent land bonds with semi annual interest. Loan not over fifty percent of property value. properties include farms and city holdings. Hansbrough Carter Insurance Real Estate Investments.
The notice lists renewed subscriptions and donations to the ambulance fund. Names include Albert F. Second Virginia Regiment and Miss Lacy Russetrare, with Mrs. S L Lapton contributing $1.00 and Mrs. Joseph M. Barton listed with $91.00.
Recruiting in Company 1, Second Virginia Infantry, Winchester, continues briskly as grafted men enlist in their home company until draft lists appear. Since the last report, eleven new men have joined, with several enlisting at Riverton and others in this city.
James B. Botts of Roanoke, managing Ellyson's Virginia gubernatorial bid, disputes Pollard's 30 656 pledged claim. He notes 1913 primary results show Ellyson ahead 47 516 to 32 286 and led Pollard in 75 of 100 counties and 16 of 19 cities including Richmond. Botts predicts a similar ratio this year and expresses strong confidence in Ellyson's nomination.
An advertisement notes a remnant sale at H. K. Green and Brothers on Saturday. The notice specifies a one page listing with details for shoppers seeking discounted textiles and fabric remnants.
After a night of race violence in Chester Pennsylvania five men were shot though none fatally. The unrest followed the killing of William McKinney by Black residents and led to arrests including Arthur Thomas and three others. Tensions had risen from white Black crime related incidents and harassment of white women. Miss Elise Snapp visits the Norton sisters on North Braddock Street.
Clarke county will furnish a net quota of 57 men for the new National Army after War Department deductions. Twice that number, 114, were drafted to cover population and exemptions. Ben Harrison Brown, serial 258, is the first man called before the Clarke county exemption board at Berryville, followed by Edgar Price Carter Jr 458 George Awara Madigan 337 William Lee Herbert and Hezekiah Ashby 509.
Information for draftees explains exemption claims must be filed within seven days after notice to report for examination. Claims may be filed by the individual or another, with forms provided by the local board. Pamphlets are available at the Winchester clerk’s office, and affidavits supporting claims must be submitted within ten days. False statements face imprisonment or court martial.
Insure your wheat against fire and lightning on any part of the farm. Lowest possible rates. Both phones. Insurance Loans Investments.
The July 26 report says President Wilson will announce a complete reorganization of the Council of National Defense committees within days. Labor leaders led by Samuel Gompers seek full recognition on all panels, but officials indicate only general compliance with labor demands is planned. The official remarks suggest the reforms will meet legitimate labor demands to some extent.
Grove Bros department store advertises 110 wash skirts priced 1.25 to 1.50 with values at 89 cents and 600 pairs of low shoes featured to boost inventories.
Aug 18 1917 picnic in Middletown Virginia invites bids for running stand ice cream pop watermelon lunch and confectionery with bids due Aug 1 1917 Amusement bid open until picnic day Clerk Camp 12184 M W A C BE Wright clerk contact details provided for particulars
Members of canning clubs across the county plan to attend a 2.30 p.m. meeting at the Handley Library auditorium. Miss Ella Agnew, state home demonstration agent, will discuss canning club activities statewide. Teresa Murphy, Frederick County home demonstration agent, notes many members and others interested in food conservation will be present.
Harrisonburg reports the infantile paralysis germ may have reached Rockingham County in a bundle of cast-off clothes from New City. The health officer says no cases are yet recorded and precautions are in place, with physicians using protective clothing and masks.
News from Shenandoah county reports Harrisonburg and surrounding areas under quarantine as illness spreads. Towns in Rockingham and Woodstock take precautionary measures to halt movement and close theaters while churches and meetings cancel to prevent crowding.
The Senate laughed during debate on the food bill after Senator Fletcher had the secretary read a Waycross Georgia paper titled Why Worry About the Draft. An Atlanta-born veteran argues there are two choices: draft or meet, and if drafted, camp or front. If in camp no worry. if at front, reserve or firing line. Continued on page two.
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