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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1924
Page
5
An invention uses a circular saw mounted on the front of a vehicle powered by its engine to cut weed. The device attaches to the front of the machine and enables cutting operations on the go.
Dark Harbor Me July 25 Democratic nominee John W. Davis urged that treaties be approved by a simple majority in both houses of Congress, opposing the current two thirds Senate requirement. He reiterated his Bar Association statement and noted a personal $20 contribution from a sister as he outlined campaign views.
Indictments were returned by a federal grand jury in Tampa against 36 people tied to a large liquor shipment network from Florida to the East and Middle West. The probe names railway officials and Pullman car porters among those charged, with arrests and capiases issued.
A herd of 25 buffalo broke from a paddock in Golden Gate Park and stampeded through a San Francisco residential district. Park guards and mounted police corralled the herd, driving the remaining animals back to the zoo after dawn. Houses were evacuated, gardens damaged, and fences wrecked during the escape.
Safe household effects of late Mrs Agnes C Parker will be sold at public auction at 314 N Braddock St Tuesday July 29. Items include furniture and daily household items. Auction conducted by local estate sale firm.
The United States plans to formally demand protection for American citizens in Persia after the killing of Major Robert Imbrie. Reports from American Minister Kornfeld describe a Persian youth insulting and assaulting Mrs. Imbrie by grabbing her veil and spitting on her in Teheran last Tuesday.
Fire swept through a large fruit warehouse district in Yakima Washington destroying one and a half blocks of facilities and causing losses estimated at a quarter of a million dollars. Police say evidence points to incendiary origin after a strenuous morning battle.
The United States swimming team defeated a British empire selection in Harrow on the Hill, July 26, in a series of matches. The event featured top American Olympians against a highly regarded British lineup.
Fragmentary line suggests a facetious motto about achieving life liberty and freedom from unhappiness more easily than expected. No clear events or entities identified.
Federated Council of Church Women plans a day nursery in the Friends' Meeting House at Washington and Piccadilly Streets. Registration is Thursday, September 11 with a $1 weekly fee for each child. nursery starts Monday, September 16.
Sunday school starts 9 45 with final announcement about the big church picnic next week. Morning worship at 11 00 with junior and adult sermons. Vesper services at 7 00 in the evening. A brief hour of praise and prayer in the house of the Lord. Come and worship with us.
A city street department employee in northeast Winchester encountered about 20 hooded figures in masks and gowns along the Baltimore and Ohio tracks near the Robinson ice plant at 9 30 p m. He avoided confrontation by retreating home through a back route, fearing Ku Klux Klan activity.
The will of Mrs Mary C Crisman, who died recently, leaves one sixth shares to her daughters Frances Coffmang Catherine Campbell and John I Sloat, one sixth to her son Philip H Crisman, one sixth to the children of her deceased daughter Rachel Hollar, and one sixth to her son John G Crisman to be held in trust for his children. Philip G Crisman is named executor with bond of $12000. The will was executed May 6.
A country horse hitched to a spring wagon bolted through South Main Street near the bridge, frightening pedestrians and drivers. The wagon dragged the horse as it zigzagged past parked cars, ending with a minor collision at Main and Piccadilly Streets. No injuries reported.
A man was seized by several individuals during a confrontation but released when the owner arrived and drove them off. The owner did not provide his name or address.
An army of volunteer speakers will be mobilized during the campaign season to advocate the La Follette-Wheeler ticket. The effort will target both major parties with equal force under a new special committee supervising speechmaking for the campaign.
The article reports that hunting methods endanger whales in southern waters and that the species have nearly vanished from northern seas, signaling a grave threat to great sea mammals.
A study by Wisconsin bureau engineers examines peat bogs to determine coal formation potential. The project analyzes peat deposits and their geological history to assess energy resource prospects.
A Nature article notes a full-grown North American wolf and discusses the concept of natural rights and self-matching behavior. It highlights the wolf’s status and social dynamics, with emphasis on the animal’s survival instincts and place in the ecosystem.
An old classified ad for a large Shenandoah Valley slaughter house highlights quick service and delivery to Millwood Boyce Charles City Middletown and surrounding burgs. It promotes hides bought and mentions William A. Perry with a phone listing.
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