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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1920
Page
1
The Star argues that wide comments on store drives, strikes, embargoes, and high interest rates do not boost output. Banks curb credit to speculative traders, protecting the public, while reputable firms should access legitimate credit. Production remains limited by high costs, vacations, and scarce goods.
Martinsburg event on Thursday July 29 features home made cakes and pies to raise funds for a piano fund. Attendees urged to remember the date and attend the community gathering.
An order of the Frederick County Circuit Court allows the Loudoun Street and Round Hill Presbyterian trustees to sell the Hay field Church property at Hayfield for 500 dollars to Frederick County for a new public school building. The sale funds go to the Round Hill Church. Trustees listed include M. Steck, B. Russell, Stewart Bell, and C. Lup ton among others.
In Woodstock Virginia July 24 1920 Col Robert F Leedy urged joint debate with Judge Harrison and four supporters while Harrison countered with split equal opportunity terms and indoors venue. The dispute centers on number of participants and control of arrangements with Harrison agreeing to a fair one on one or equal audience debate.
At the Hicks Motor Company showroom, representatives of the Cumberland Valley and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroads met prominent apple growers and shippers from Winchester and Frederick County. They discussed car supply refrigeration and loading needs and pledged cooperation to move fruit efficiently amid scarcer equipment and heavier demand.
Advertisement seeks 15 to 18 year olds for store work. Must be honest and industrious with good references. Apply after 6 pm at 142 North Washington Street or send handwriting samples to P. 0. Box 170 Winchester Va. 28-1p-tf.
The Booster Committee of the Fire Convention plans in Winchester August 9 to 11. A touring car parade, banners, and banners spark excitement from Harrisburg to Lexington. Fire crews train hard for contests and bands, with an expected large crowd and special railroad schedules. Winchester prepares to host and boost its hospitality reputation.
City leaders struggle to avert drought as pumps run flat and a Martinsburg motor is added to the electric unit. Fire engine aid is sought to feed the mains and gravity supply, while residents endure shortages in high areas and urge water conservation.
Services next Sunday Arcust 4 include preaching at Cedar Cliff Presbyterian Church Vaucluse at 1 pm and at Stephens City at Enincopal Church at 8 pm JH Smith pastor Yard party at Burnt Factory Aug 30 public invited
Ernest B. Copeland, 41, lock tender and former Metropolitan Life collector, was killed when Train No. 5 struck him at a Monongahela Railroad location while he stood near an engine. Survived by wife Nellie Henry and five children, plus parents and several siblings, he lived in the Alf Shriver house area and was active in local fraternal groups.
The Cumberland Valley firemen's entertainment committee in Winchester appeals to citizens to provide sleeping and eating quarters for visiting delegates August 9 to 11. Citizens may notify Mr. Thomas Burley at the Chamber of Commerce with details on capacity and rates.
Governor Cox spends a full day dictating his August 7 acceptance address in Dayton Ohio. He focuses on topics like the league of nations and industrial affairs while seeking close counsel on details. Sources suggest he may avoid the prohibition issue in the formal address but address it in later campaign remarks.
Just arrived Carripe Georgia watermelons with potent prices. Sam Haines, C V. Warehouse, phone 476. Plenty more will follow. X QT-Sp8t. Sat. Y Wilton Hope at Hampton has been visiting her sister. Joseph Massey left Amherst Street this morning for Washington.
Handley Board of Trustees announces purchase of the Smithfield farm at 42 000 for the new colored public school to be located north of National Cemetery. The plan includes about 200 student capacity with agricultural work and manual training, with a library for colored residents of Winchester.
In Harrisonburg yesterday Judge RT. W. Duke Jr. of Charlottesville denounced rumors that he supported Colonel Leedy for Congress. As chairman of the Democratic Congressional Committee he said he was neutral and that the rumors were unfounded, issued at his request.
Mountain View Nursery Co of Williamsport Maryland advertises a large stock of apple and peach trees for commercial orchards. It lists varieties such as Wealthy Maide Olives? Wait: likely Wealthy Grimes Golden McIntosh York and others, plus peach varieties like Elberta and Crawford. Yard Party announced August 14 at Greenway Church by the Ladies Aid Society, rain date July 28 29 80 aug 10 11 12. Mr and Mrs Carl Henry travel to Morgantown West Virginia for funeral of brother in law Mr E B Copeland killed by railroad engine.
Virginia veterans of the E Blue Ridge Division respond to the 17 000 members of the 20th Division Veterans Association survey on September 4 5 6. Reunion chairman R Allen Ammons urges prompt replies as plans advance for a Labor Day gathering in Richmond with Major General Adelbert Cronkrite to attend and offers reduced travel rates and lodging.
A communication from Albert Baker treasurer notes a contract with Empire Amusement Corporation that four pictures are void if not of proper character. He states no complaint has been made to Empire Amusement regarding show content and that the statement is factual with no political motive.
City issues notice on water supply breakdown at station urging pennywise use of water and reporting waste. Fines range from two to five dollars for first offense. mentions Keal J. Trier as city official and local businesses Miller's Drug Store and Mrs. Price's Canning Camp.
In response to urgent demand from the Potomac Division of the Red Cross, the Winchester and Frederick County Chapter seeks volunteers to sew garments for destitute children in central and eastern Europe. The sewing room is at 21 South Loudoun Street and work must be completed by October 1.
Cabinet refrigerator advertised for sale by Rufus Square Talka Cola Co in Winchester Virginia. The item is described as first class grotely store equipment and is available immediately.
A noted ladies group will sponsor a paid party this Thursday at Fash Sete featuring music by B and an invited guest. The event benefits Citizens Band and aims to raise funds for local needs.
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