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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1915

Page

4

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German Sub Sinks British Liner Orduna

A German submarine torpedoed the British liner Orduna en route from England to America. The vessel carried about twenty Americans, with no contraband or arms on board, prompting questions on Germany's justification and possible explanations by officials.

Orduna England America Germany Montgomery Advertiser von Jagow Norfolk

Street Improvements at Kent and Water Streets

A crew under Street Superintendent W Porter Hayslet works at the Kent and Water streets intersection grading gutters and roadway in prep for asphalt. A concrete crossing will replace the rough stone paths across Kent street. Superintendent Thomas Trier oversees new sewer connections at the site.

W. Porter Hayslet Kent Kent Street Thomas Trier

The Lively Warning of Wal Mason on Accounting

A humorous satirical verse by Walt Mason warns farmers and businessmen that neglecting accounts leads to debt. It contrasts carefree spending with the reality of unpaid bills, noting bankers and sheriffs as consequences. The piece mocks lack of records and urges keeping books to avoid ruin.

Vaucluse Briefs Include Social Visits And Dinner

Vaucluse Virginia on July 27 reports Mrs Ester Kline hosting a dinner for friends from Winchester, Middletown and Vaucluse. Miss Helen Stanbaugh of Mechanicsburg Pa visits Mrs B A Oline. Mrs Adelaide Kern visits with Mrs Sam ONeal. Fannie Dinges and Miss Visingses spend Saturday in Strasburg with William Guckley.

Vaucluse Ester Kline Winchester Middletown Helen Stanbaugh Mechanicsbure B.A Adelaide Kern Sam O'Neal Oo Kline Fannie Dinges Miss. Visinges Stras William Guckley

Toga bathing suits arrive on Atlantic City boardwalk

Atlantic City July 27 The toga bathing suit fashion debuts with cream flannel garments wired to stay in place while wet. Spectators enjoy the Roman style inspired by Ben Hur imagery with purple or yellow waterproof ribbons along necks and hems and bandeau ribbon headbands with sandals.

Atlantic City Rome

Excursion to Atlantic City Promoted From Winchester

Sonneborn's offers a 25 cent chance at free round trip excursion tickets to Atlantic City. Excur sion departs Winchester on Thursday August 26. Ticket holders must be present at every drawing to claim prizes.

Atlantic City Winchester

Brucetown Guests Visit at Blue Hall Inn

Mrs. Charles Hyer of Washington visits Brucetown with her son Charles Hyer at Blue Hall Inn. Mr and Mrs Jefferson and their son Mr Harry Jefferson join relatives for a weekend stay and are guests of Charles Jefferson.

Charles Hyer Washington Blue Hall Inn Mrs. Jefferson Harry Jefferson Charles Jefferson Ray Weirich Little Son

Birthday party for Prof Hedrick at Ranoff

Prof Henry B. Hedrick of Yale University New Haven honored with a rousing birthday celebration at Ranoff the Hedrick brothers country home on Thursday evening July 22 marking his fiftieth birthday. He and Mrs F T Pine left Pittsburgh last Thursday in a large limousine and visited Philadelphia New York Hayfield Virginia during their trip.

F. T. Pine Pittsburgh Philadelphia New York Yale University New Haven Connecticut Pras

Reliance Notes Varied Local Visits and Alumni News

Miss Claire McDermott spent days in Washington last week. Numerous residents journeyed to or from nearby towns and cities including Baltimore Martinsburg and Winchester for visits and hosting duties. Yale alumni conferred a philosophy doctorate on Professor Hedrick as gatherings continued through September.

Reliance Claire McDermott Washington Yale Hedrick

Mens Palm Beach Hats Price Sale

Palm Beach hats offered at 46c each, regular value 50c. Styles include plain and satin stripe options.

Mens Auto Mens Palm Beach

Frederick County Commissioner of Revenue Candidate Announcements

A collection of notices from candidates in Frederick County announcing runs for Commissioner of Revenue in Northern Southern and Stonewall Gainesboro districts. Each pledges to perform duties faithfully if elected and to act in voters’ interests subject to Democratic primary processes.

Orndoff Frederick County Co. C. Brannon Stonewall Gainesboro Bluther R. Baker Suthern Jane F. W. Shenk Thern Herbert H. Shull

Local social and travel notes from Marlboro area

Marlboro and nearby towns report residents in Winchester for business visits Mrs. James S. Peace returns to Baltimore after visiting Mrs. G Jamison Mrs. Boggs call on Ellen Campbell in Stephens City Lee Keeler improves from muscular rheumatism Miss Gussie Stickley finishes summer normal at Charlottesville Joe Clagett visits parents TN Clagett in Hamilton Hite in Winchester on business Shull couple travel to Washington Barnett and Miss Shull visit Lexington Mo Gordon ill for several days

Eli Janney Martinsburg Willingham Leslie Hensell Hagerstown Joseph Snapp Mary Clendening Aldridge W. Va Mary Corrie Swimley F. T. Pine Marlboro H. ®. Shull Winchester James S. Peace Baltimore G. Jamison James Boggs Ellen Campbell Stephens City Lee Keeler Gussie Stickley Charlottesville Joe Clagett Hamilton TN. Clagett E. FE. Hite H. G. Shull Washington P. V. Barnett Lou‘sé Shull Lexington 3. G. Jamison J. M. Gordon

Vir ginia Larrick Hosts Sunday School Class at Willow Lea

Miss Virginia Larrick a well known Hayfield schoolteacher hosted about thirty members of her Sunday school class at Willow Lea from 3 to 6 pm last Tuesday. Croquet and games followed dainty refreshments as the group praised the hostess for a delightful afternoon. Other notes include Mount Olive church services and local travels of Frances Larrick with Harrisonburg teachers’ normal.

Hayfield Virginia Larrick Willow Lea Evelin Hubert Sam Harry Worsley Anna Eleanor Hedrick Roy Russell Larrick Elizabeth Ethel Mable Jennie Fletcher Mamie Kern Josie Mamie Loy Winnie Marjorie Lillian Orndorff Goldie Largent Delmar Denta McKnee Ethel Dehaven Leva Lolo Loring Stanley Crowser Beatrice Haines Lillian Kaplan William Frank Carper Mount Olive W. H.sampsell G. W. Stover Winchester Frances Larrick Teachers’ Normal Harrisonburg

CATHER PLEDGES THOROUGH ADMINISTRATION IF ELECTED

The candidate for Commonwealth Attorney of Frederick County outlines a pledge of a diligent and efficient administration if elected in the Democratic primary on August 8 1915. T Russell Cather signs the statement.

Commonwealth Frederick County T. Russell Cather

Steck Richards Seek Re election to House of Delegates

John M. Steck and Boyd K. Richards announce their candidacies for the House of Delegates, subject to the Democratic primary. Both seek re election and future terms in the legislative body.

House of Delegates John M. Steck Boyd K. Richards

Local Political Candidates Announce Candidacies in Frederick County

Several officials announce primary runs in Frederick County Maryland with aims for County Treasurer Sheriff and Supervisor posts. Candidates include C R McCann Luther Pannett and F D Good requesting Democratic primary support for August 3 1915 and urging voters to back proven management.

Frederick County Luther Pannett J. N. Conner Vaucluse Frederick Coy

Announcement of Candidacy for Creek District Supervisor

J. T. McIlwee announces candidacy for Supervisor of Creek District in Frederick County. The bid is subject to the Democratic primary and promises service to the people if elected, aiming to represent a portion of the county.

Creek Ty Rand Frederick J. T. McIlwee

State Senate Candidate Announces Candidacy in Winchester Area

H F Byrd announces candidacy for State Senate representing the Tenth Senatorial District including Tredevick Shenandoah and Winchester City. He pledges faithful, efficient administration and nonpartisan service to Tredevick, Seceantith counties and Winchester city.

Prisnney 2 State Senate Comris Winchester

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