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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1925

Page

5

Market Street Methodist Picnic Invites Friends to Golightly Meadows

Social and Personal notice says the annual basket picnic of the Market Street Methodist Episcopal Sunday School will be held at Golightly's meadows tomorrow with rain contingency on Friday. Miss Georgiana Scheller of Plymouth Ind has returned home after visiting Mrs Laura Hilderbrand on South Market Street for three weeks.

Market Street Methodist Episcopal Sunday School Golightly’s Meadows Georgiana Scheller Plymouth Ind Laura Hilderbrand South Market Street

Miss Frye Returns From Baltimore Hospital

Miss Virginia Frye has recovered from surgery for an abscess at Howard A. Kelly Hospital in Baltimore. She returns to Wardensville West Virginia. She is connected to Shenandoah Valley families, being a great granddaughter of Martin F. Miley of Woodstock and a great niece of J Hawkins Orndorff of Stephens City. Relatives and friends in nearby counties rejoice at her recovery.

Miss Frye Baltimore Hospital Virginia Frye Howard A. Kelly Hospital Baltimore Wardensville Wva Shenandoah Valley Martin F. Miley Woodstock J. Hawkins Orndorff Stephens City

Ill Child of Rev Morgan Shows Improvement

Little Joseph Nelson Morgan two year old son of Rev. and Mrs J F Morgan has been quite ill for ten days but seems somewhat improved today.

Joseph Nelson Morgan J. F. Morgan

Belle Tearney Returns to Baltimore After Visit

Mrs. Belle Tearney, guest of her sister Mrs. Rose Snyder, returned to her Baltimore home this morning after a stay with the Snyder family.

Belle Tearney Rose Snyder Baltimore

Davis family sails to Cricket Hill for three week stay

Mrs. C. A. Davis and her son left for Baltimore this morning to join their mother Mrs. W. E. Stephenson. They will travel by boat to Cricket Hill Maryland and spend the next three weeks there.

C. A. Davis Baltimore W. E. Stephenson Cricket Hill

Hoke Returns Home After Two Weeks in New York

Mr. W. N. Hoke of Strasburg returns home yesterday following a two week stay in New York City. He reports travel and experiences from the trip and expects to resume local duties soon.

W. N. Hoke Strasburg New York

Mrs Sadie Vincent Visits for Son’s Adenoid Operation

Mrs Sadie Vincent of Stephens City spent the day here with her son who was operated on yesterday for tonsils and adenoids at Memorial Hospital.

Sadie Vincent Stephens City Memorial Hospital

Miss Kramar Returns From Virginia Mountain Camp

Miss ae Kramar ends a ten day mountain camping trip near Markam Virginia and is returning tonight with a party of friends.

Ae Kramar Markam

Martinsburg Hosts Misses Clowser Guests of Littles

Misses Winifred and Blouise Clowser visit Mr and Mrs William Little in Martinsburg West Virginia staying as guests at their home during the social season.

Winifred Blouise Clowser Mrs. William Little Martinsburg, W. Va

Local visitors return home from Berryville and Winchester

Mr and Mrs Harry Carper of Baltimore recently visited friends in Berryville and Winchester and returned to their home yesterday.

Harry Carper Baltimore Berryville Winchester

Crowl Family Members Visit Hagerstown

Mr and Mrs Crowl and Mrs Crowl s mother Mrs Swank spent the day in Hagerstown at local sites and events.

Mrs. Crowl Mrs. Swank Hagerstown

Crow Visiting Relatives in New Jersey Coast Towns

Mr Jack Crow is visiting relatives at Long Branch and Asbury Park in New Jersey.

Jack” Crow Long Branch Asbury Park New Jersey

Mrs Warren Baher Visiting Elkins Family Home

Mrs Warren Baher of Elkins West Virginia is visiting at the home of Mrs A L Whersole on South Market Street, attending a short stay with the host family.

Mrs. Warren

Miss Adele Metg and Mrs Ruth Whitlock Sherrick Visit Friends

Miss Adele Metg and Mrs Ruth Whitlock Sherrick start a three week visit to friends in Montoursville New Jersey Philadelphia and New Orleans.

Adele Metg Ruth Whitlock Sherrick Jeff Montour N. J Philadelphia New Or

Baltimore visitors spend day with friends in Shepherdstown

Mrs Mae Mort and Mrs Pauline Shanklin of Baltimore spent yesterday in Shepherdstown visiting friends and exploring the area.

Mae. Mort Pauline Shanklin Baltimore Shepherdstown

Mrs G L McCarty Visits Friends in Town and City

Mrs G L McCarty of Washington is visiting friends in this town and in Stephens City. She plans to stay for a few days and will be hosted by local residents during her visit.

G. L. McCarty Washington Stephens City

Mr J Henkel Henry in Washington on business

Mr. J. Henkel Henry spent yesterday in Washington on business visiting officials and conducting matters related to his affairs.

J. Henkel Henry Washington

Ryland Conner Returns After Washington Business Trip

Mr. Ryland Conner has been in Washington for several days on business and returned home last evening.

Mr. Ryland Conner Washington

Mrs Dively Visiting Martinsburg Hawkins Family

Mrs Jack Dively of Martinsburg is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Nat Hawk ins on West Water Street for a few days.

Jack” Dively Martinsburg Nat Hawkins West Water Street

Resident Returns Home After Washington Visit

Mr Owens of Washington, a guest of Mr and Mrs C T Owens on West Clifford Street, returned to his home yesterday.

Mr. Owens Washington

Ill Mrs Guy Nelson Improves at National Avenue

Mrs. Guy Nelson who has been very ill at her home on National avenue is slightly improved today.

Guy Nelson National Avenue

Miss Selina Crone to Return Home in Two Weeks

Miss Selina Crone, guest of her sisters near town, will travel this morning to her home in Baltimore. She expects to return in two weeks and plans to make her future home with the Misses Crone.

Selina Crone Baltimore Miss Crone Misses Crone

Strobridges Return Home After Cumberland Visit

Mr and Mrs R L Strobridge and two children of Cumberland returned home this morning after visiting Mr and Mrs Jack Bean near town.

R. L. Strobridge Cumberland Jack Bean Town

Parish to Attend Funeral of Elkins Uncle

Mr S G Parish a steward at the George Washington Hotel received a telegram this morning announcing the death of his uncle in Elkins West Virginia. He left today to attend the funeral and be with his family.

S. G. Parish George Washington Hotel Elkins W. C

Family travels to Shenandoah River camp with son joining later

Mrs J M Miley and four children from Roanoke, formerly of Charles Town, passed through town en route to a camp along the Shenandoah River. They will be joined by another son and brother, John Jr., for a two week stay.

J. M. Miley Roanoke Charles Town Shenandoah River John, Jr

Mrs John Spaid Recovers From Illness Amid Support

The many friends of Mrs John Spaid are glad to learn she is rapidly recovering from an illness. Local readers note the ongoing well wishes and hopeful outlook as she regains strength.

John Spaid

Mr and Mrs John S Sloat Visit Wardensville

Mr and Mrs John S Sloat spent yesterday in Wardensville as part of their local visit.

John S. Sloat Wardensville

Mr W F Harrison Visits Town On Railroad Business

Mr W F Harrison traveling freight agent of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad was in town today on business.

W. F . Harrison Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

Mr and Mrs Gordon Visit Baltimore Guests at Main Street Home

Mr and Mrs William Gordon of Baltimore arrived at noon today and are guests of Capt and Gerge W Kurtz at their home on South Main Street.

William Gordon Baltimore Capt Gerge W. Kurtz South Main Street

Mrs Edwin Snider Return From Visit in Fairport New York

Mrs Edwin Snider and her son Edwin Jr have come back from an extended visit with friends in Fairport New York continuing a long standing social pattern noted in local society circles.

Edwin Snider Edwin Jr Fairport, N. Y

Mrs Arthur Robinson Plans Carlisle Visit

Mrs Arthur Robinson and her young daughter Dorothy Ann will travel to Carlisle Pennsylvania tomorrow to spend time with Mrs Burton and her mother during their visit.

Arthur Robinson Dorothy Ann Carlisle Or Mother Burton N

Washington couples tour Shenandoah Caverns outing

Mr and Mrs Allen Dodson and Mr and Mrs George Chittey of Washington spent yesterday at Shenandoah Caverns and planned another day trip to Rappahannock to visit Dodson relatives.

Allen Dodson George Chittey Washington Shenandoah Caverns Dodson Chittey Rappahannock Mr. Dodson

Johnsons and Crisman Families Return From Ten Day Camping

Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Johnson and Mrs. Samuel Crisman with children have returned here after camping ten days near Highview, West Virginia. The group enjoyed the trip and reported pleasant weather and scenic views during their excursion.

R. M. Johnson Samuel Crisman Highview W. Va

Mrs Lyla Braithwaite and Daughter Guests of Mrs Anderson

Mrs Lyla Braithwaite and her daughter are the guests of Mrs Marcellus Anderson at a social visit. The arrangement highlights hospitality within a local circle and emphasizes cordial relations among resident families.

Lyla Braithwaite Marcellus Anderson

Mrs Ora Bailey Improving at Home After Illness

Mrs Ora Bailey, who has been quite ill at her home, is slowly improving. Medical notes indicate gradual recovery and continued rest at her residence.

Ora Bailey

Washington Hotel arrivals include notable guests

The George Washington Hotel welcomed B. F. Johnson from Richmond, W. T. Dent of Roanoke, A. L. Wolfe also from Roanoke, W. F. Harrison of the B. and O. Railroad, and R. P. Sabine of the Ford Motor Company, Washington.

George Washington Hotel B. F. Johnson Richmond W. T. Dent Roanoke A. L. Wolfe W. F. Harrison B. & O. Railroad R. P. Sabine Ford Motor Company Washington

Albany pair to visit city mother on Amherst Street

Rey and Mrs R C Hook of Albany New York arrived in the city yesterday and will be guests of Reys mother Mrs RC Hook on Amherst Street.

Clifton Guests Sue Bush Family Visit Two Weeks

Mrs John Pee hosts Edward Bush and wife with daughters Betty Ann and Cordelia from Clifton New York for a two week visit staying at the Pee household during the period.

John Pee Mrs. C.bush Betty Ann Cordelia Edward Bush Clifton, N. Y

Miss Mary Wood Leaves on Visit to North River

Miss Mary Wood of Farmers and Merchants National Bank departs today to visit her parents, Mr and Mrs Jerry Wood, at North River West Virginia.

Mary Wood Farmers and Merchants National Bank Jerry Wood North River W. Va

William B Snider heads to Wardensville fishing trip

Mr William B Snider left this morning for Wardensville West Virginia to spend the remainder of the week on a fishing trip.

William B. Snider Wardensville W.va

Mrs H B Gilpin Travels from Boyce to Town

Mrs H B Gilpin of Boyce motored into town today for routine errands and to visit local services.

H. B Gilpin Boyce

Potomac Edison Leaders Visit for Company Business

Mrs. M. F. Riley president and Mr. C. F. Harris vice-president of Potomac Edison Company were in town yesterday to conduct company business.

M. F. Riley The Potomac Edison Company C. F. Harris

Mr and Mrs Ernest Boyd Guests of Harry Miller

Mr and Mrs Ernest Boyd of Washington are guests of Mr Boyd's sister Mr Harry Miller on North avenue during a visit that highlights family ties and local hospitality in the community.

Ernest Boyd Washington Mr. Boyd Harry Miller North Market Street

William Cline Visits Yellow Springs Friend Appeal

Mr. William Cline of Yellow Springs is in town for a brief stay calling on friends and socializing with local residents observed during the visit.

William Cline Yellow Springs

Hotel Jack Guests Named From Several States

Guests at Hotel Jack include Mr and Mrs J M Saunders and Miss M Flippin of Richmond J F Rode heaver and family and A F Carter Sheriff of Monongahela Pa J F Shephen and family of Connecticut D Funk and wife of Washington.

Hotel Jack J. M. Saunders M. Flippin Richmond J. F. Rodeheaver A. F. Carter Monongahela J. F. Shephen Connecticut

Funeral tribute pours in as Bryan is mourned

Dayton reports wave of tribute as funeral plans for William Jennings Bryan unfold in Washington. Governors and mayors order flags half staff and bells tolled while churches and memorial services across the nation prepare to honor the famed orator. Bryan had predicted he would die in his sleep, a prophecy recalled after his death in Dayton.

Dayton Tenn Bryan Washington New York Avenue Presbyterian Church Wallace Radcliffe Dr. Radcliffe Europe Joseph R. Sizco North Carolina McLean Charlotte N. C Royal Palm Park Jami Fla Macon William Jennings Bryan A. C. Hildreth Mr. Bryan

Scenic Highway organizer visits Asheville plans Winchester branch

T W Orr of Asheville vice president and field organizer for the Appalachian Scenic Highway Association spoke at the Kiwanis Club on efforts to form a Winchester branch. He outlined the route from Quebec to New Orleans via Montreal Rutland Scranton Harrisburg Hagerstown Martinsburg Winchester Roanoke Bristol Johnson City Asheville Atlanta Birmingham Montgomery and New Orleans with ties to planned national parks and Stone Mountain.

T. W. Orr Asheville N. C Appalachian Scenic Highway Association Kenilworth Inn Winchester Orr Tuskegee Ala Bristol Quebec Kiwanis Clubr New Orleans Atlanta Florida Montreal Rutland Scranton Harrisburg Hagerstown

Subscriptions Over Phone Boost Memorial Hospital Funds

The Memorial Hospital improvement fund surpassed $60 000 by today noon and workers plan one final report Thursday noon. Subscriptions total $54 170 with boosts from county and colored citizens. Team 7 joined the Hummer group by surpassing $5 000. The Fishers Hill reunion on Saturday August 1 draws attention as campaign continues.

Memorial Hospital Improvement Fund Augusta Conrad Gertrude Higgins Frank Bailey L. N. Barton F. L. Harris Allen Bond Clarence Sheppard Tick County Hummer Club Mra.h. D. Son John M. Steck Mra. G. O. Miller Nelson F. Richards J. G. Beverley W. P. Massey D. W. Ritenour Lucy Kurtz J. E. Correll Mary Aulick Esther Norton William Beverley L. J Frazier I. N. Good E. W. Newman Frank W. Bailey Henry Baker Carlin Gray L. L. Hockman Executive Committee Clarke County Frederick County

Aubrey G Weaver Headlining Fisher Hill Confederate Reunion

Aubrey G Weaver of Front Royal will be principal speaker at the annual Confederate veterans picnic and reunion at Fishers Hill battlefield in Strasburg Virginia on August 1. Stover Camp of Confederate Veterans and United Daughters of the Confederacy organize with the Seven Fountains Band providing music. Southern Railway offers excursion trains from Harrisonburg and Manassas with special rates to attend.

Fishers Hill Stover Camp Sons of Confederate Veterans Strasburg Stover Camp of United Daughters of the Confederacy Weaver Aubrey G. Weaver Front Royal Seven Fountains Band Southern Railway Harrisonburg Manassas

Clinic to Offer Free Treatment by Dr Voshell Saturday

A clinic will be held by Dr Voshell this Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm offering free hospital treatment to crippled individuals. People who have received free care will be present to discuss benefits as casts may be removed from crooked limbs. The event is free to all crippled persons and to those unable to pay.

Voshell

Prices Turn Irregular as Stock Selling Surges

New York July 1 1929 stock trading started with heavy selling affecting both accounts. Early losses ranged 2 to 4 points on several leading issues while crude oil price declines weighed on market sentiment. Bullish positions persisted elsewhere and the market rallied toward midday as call money opened at 4 percent.

Associated Press New York

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