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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1924
Page
7
Deputies raided the farmhouse of Joseph Ridley and seized a large copper still and a moonshine outfit. Ridley, already jailed for drunkenness, had three pints of moonshine taken earlier. Sheriff Pannett and Chief Doran led the raid.
Prosecuting Attorney T. R. Cather prepared an indictment against Ridley and presented it to the Circuit Court grand jury which was in session. Ridley’s indictment is due to follow later today.
Mrs A Stonaker and her daughter Irene Stonaker arrived in Sapulpa Oklahoma visiting Mrs C M Williams the aunt of Mrs Stonaker. They plan to visit R P Hott in Colora after Sapulpa.
Norfolk Virginia June 2 observers say Senator Carter Glass of Virginia will play a leading role at the June 11 state Democratic convention. Glass drafted the 1912 platform and is expected to frame the new platform and deliver the keynote. McAdoo supporters fear Glass may gain strength if McAdoo fades, with several delegations endorsing him for the nomination. The convention will also elect a state executive committee and chairman, with H F Byrd and others mentioned for governor. Delegates-at-large include four men, with women to be represented per a national committee resolution.
A 341 foot concrete shaft memorial to Jefferson Davis will be dedicated June 7 at his birthplace in Fairview Kentucky. The dedication will feature leaders from several states with Governor Fields accepting for the state and a grandson of Davis among participating figures.
Scales of wax form on the underside of young Carnauba palm leaves in South America. The wax drops off when shaken and is collected, melted into masses, and used to adulterate beeswax. It is exported for use in making candles.
A Spanish diver reached 182 feet depth while recovering $6,000 from a wreck off Finisterre marking a notable deep dive achievement and successful salvage.
Florence Nightingale at twenty one decided to reform Mugland hospitals, outlining a bold plan to improve care and sanitation in the facilities. This brief notes her early commitment and the start of transformative ideas in nursing.
Harry K. Thaw, once in the public eye over the Stanford White case, visited Winchester with his personal attendant Jack Weaver. They checked into Hotel Jack, toured town by auto, attended mass, and planned a return trip to New York as Thaw, recently deemed sane, travels with Weaver as companion.
Testimonial from Mrs. C. F. Sager of Wardensville West Virginia claims Vendol cures insomnia fatigue and headaches while restoring appetite strength and weight. Ad touts 12 herbs and promises relief from indigestion constipation rheumatism and more. Sold in Winchester by Franck Baker & Sons with mail order from Vendel Company Baltimore Maryland.
Notices from multiple Winchester banks state Tuesday June 3 1924 is a legal holiday for Jefferson Davis Birthday and banks will be closed. Papers maturing June 3 may be paid June 4 1924 and cashier names appear for Union Bank of Winchester Commercial and Savings Bank Shenandoah Valley National Bank Farmers and Merchants National Bank with standard holiday closure notices.
A father Albert Jones marks one year since Edith Jones died on June 2 1923. He recalls the pain and farewell, describes Edith resting softly in Mount Hebron, and notes visiting the grave to place flowers while trusting in Jesus.
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