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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1932

Page

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Shenandoah Valley Academy Holds Graduation Exercises

Sixteen seniors of Shenandoah Valley Academy graduated at Handley Library with Col. Roszel presiding. Rev. Robert B. Nelson delivered a talk on Wisdom and Knowledge. Diplomas and awards highlighted the program, with honors lists and multiple medals announced for cadets.

Col Roszel Shenandoah Valley Academy Handley Library B. M. Roszel Robert B. Nelson Christ Episcopal Church Frank T. McFaden Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church Alfred Duble Galloway Berryville Manual Raul Arias Panama City Panama Donald Vincent Shannon Mt. Jackson Edward Jan Bailey Winchester Woodrow Lawrence Patteron Lexington N. C Charles Henry Kuhnemund, Jr Brooklyn Francis Croxwell Baldwin Charleston W. Va Boyd Glaize Chester Warden McDowell Maxwell Warden Middleburg Philip Storm Miller Hackensack N. J Albert Francis Robinson Fairmont Nelson Lieut Lewis N. Barton Academy M. Arias E. J. Bailey F. C. Baldwin J. D. DuShane J. D. Elliott M. T. Gilpin P. B. Glaize E. S. Krause C. H. Kuhnemund B. McCarty H. B. McCormac G. M. Martin P. S Miller W.c. Orr R. B. Owen W. L. Patterson J. EB. Pennypacker L. Roszel A. R. Scott D. V. Shannon H. G. Tayloe Col. Roszel University of Virginia Philip Boyd Glaize This City Jesse Duncan Elliott, Jr Tay- Joe Miller Downer Shannon Tayloe Arias Manuel Arias

Regular Fire Company Meeting Announced by Sarah Zane Unit

Notice for Sarah Zane Fire Company regular meeting Friday night at 8 o clock. Captain Richard B Brown presides at the hall.

Sarah Zane Fire Company Richard B. Brown

Salvation Army seeks to put jobless to work

Major James Mars of the Salvation Army is using the organization to find employment for seekers. Already several men and women have work, with others on a waiting list. A girl was placed in house work at Bethel, and a 12 year old boy may go to the country after school closes. Mars also lists skilled tradesmen and other positions, inviting donations to support the effort.

James Mars Salvation Army Bethel Mars Vala Avenue Major Mars

Raskob Faces Short Selling Charge Claimed Protest Erupts

John J. Raskob, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, is charged with short selling. He denies the charge, saying short selling can be proper when conducted correctly. The Senate Banking Committee hears him amid protest from Sen. Glass as Gray notes Raskob’s two tentative short sales.

John J. Raskob Associated Press Washington Democratic National Committee Senate Banking Committee William A. Gray Gray Raskob Glass Senator Glass Virginia General Motors

Flood Destroys Homes as Three Women Die in Oklahoma City

A sudden half inch rain caused the Canadian river and Lightning creek to flood parts of Oklahoma City early today. Three women drowned and unconfirmed reports spoke of additional fatalities as waters poured through the business district and into basements trapping sleeping residents.

Associated Press Oklahoma City Okla

Confederate Memorial Day Observances in Winchester Planned

Winchester to honor Confederate veterans on Monday June 6 with a parade from North Cameron Street to Stonewall Cemetery. Rev Dr Frank T McFaden and Rev Dr S L Flickinger to speak. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts to decorate graves, with a Virginia National Guard detail firing a volley. In case of rain, events move to City Hall.

Winchester Turner Ashby Cross Keys Stonewall Cemetery Richard Ashby Cameron Street Friendship Fire Company Frank T. McFaden Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church S. L. Flickinger Centenary Reformed Church Company I Virginia National Guard Corporation Court Room City Hall Virginia Nancy Hack Bowly William T. Barr C. Fred Barr Richard Griffith J. A. Massie John S. Miller Laura McGuire Arkansas W. B. Snider Georgia R. B. Slonaker Pauline Taylor George H. Heist Rebecca Bell H. B. McCormac Frank Opie Louisiana Williams Hain

County Office To Be Closed On Confederate Memorial Day

The county clerk’s office will close all day next Monday Confederate memorial day in Winchester. The closure follows a standing order of the Circuit Court under legislative authority. C. C. Brannon announced the annual closure.

Winchester C. C. Brannon Circuit Court

Tragedy at Lightening Creek Echoes City Abductions

In a grim report a 14 year old girl’s body was recovered from Lightening creek. J M Meads former deputy sheriff said the body of a woman about 45 was found hanging from a tree and another woman about 40 was recovered at a different city location.

Lightening Creek J. M. Meads

Jail Populace Drops Sharply Reducing Sheriff Pannett's Worries

Sheriff Pannett notes the local jail population fell from a high of 44 to 18 inmates, easing housing, feeding and bathing plans. Officials say fewer arrests and better behavior have accompanied the drop, contrasting with six months ago when liquor violations rose.

Pannett Sheriff Pannett The Star Winchester

Search for missing Mrs. Orndorff yields no new clues

Frederick county officers, returning from Star Tannery, declare no new information in the disappearance of Frances Nicholson Orndorff wife of Kermit Orndorff who has been missing since December 29. Sheriff Luther Pannett and Burr P. Harrison review mountain regions while Orndorff stays jailed in Woodstock awaiting murder charges.

Frederick County Star Tannery Frances Nicholson Orndorff Kermit Orndorff Luther Pannett Burr P. Harrison Mrs. Orndorff Orndorff Shenandoah Woodstock

Not Interested In Bonus Parade Denies Involvement

Sergeant Harry T. Smith of the local U S Army recruiting office said he was not interested in or connected with any movement to take former servicemen to Washington to demand immediate cashing of bonus certificates. He denied any authorization for his name being listed as part of a committee to transport local men next week.

Harry T. Smith United States Army Star Today Tor State Washington

Sale Postponed in Berryville Antiques Sheriff Auction

sheriff sale of antiques and household furniture of Mrs. N B Page in Berryville has been postponed from June 4 to bi Pe ip.

N B. Page Berryville

Property Sale Notice for 432 Highland Avenue

The James W. Good property at 432 Highland Avenue will be sold in front of the Court House at noon on Saturday June 4. Desirable home. sale bills available.

James W. Good Highland Avenue Court House

Valley Pike work to finish by year end contracted

The State Highway Commission approved Valley pike reconstructions from Winchester to Staunton and linked routes. Contracts will cover Route 33 sections totaling about 651,600 dollars with more funds for Harrisonburg to Lacy Spring and related gaps. Work is to start by July while keeping the pike open and detours avoided.

Winchester Staunton Birman Henry G Shirley Richmond Valley Pike Harrisonburg State Highway Commission Burketown Lacy Spring Middletown

Frank L. Woore To Teach Open Door Bible Class

Frank L. Woore will teach the Open Door Bible Class at Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church at 9 45 Sunday morning. Miss Mary Boyer will give a reading at the opening service. Visitors and strangers are welcome. members enjoy guests at all meetings.

Frank L. Woore Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church Moore Mary Boyer

Yard Party Benefit On Stephens City Lawn

Community League hosts a yard party on Saturday June 4 from 3 to 1p on the school lawn to raise funds for local programs. Public attendance invited with proceeds supporting community projects.

Stephens City School Lawn Benefit Community League

South End Hose Co. to Hold Regular Meeting

Regular business meeting of South End Hose Company is set for Monday night June 6. All members are urged to attend. secretary notes the date and time.

South End Hose CO

Ministers and laymen plan 10 attend school

The fifth annual session of the Baltimore Conference Training School for pastors and lay workers of the Methodist Episcopal Church South will be June 13 to 24 on the Randolph-Macon Academy campus at Front Royal. Notables in Christian education form the faculty and schedule includes addresses by Bishop Ainsworth, Bishop McDowell, and Dr. Carter along with talks on worship and mission enterprise.

Baltimore Conference Training School Methodist Episcopal Church, South Randolph-Macon Academy Front Royal H. H. Sherman Washington, D. C Conference Board of Christian Education A. W. Martin General Board of Christian Educat of Nashville, Tenn Etta Mai Russell Washington W. W. Ainsworth Birmingham M. E. Church South W. G. McDowell Thomas Carter Vanderbilt University School of Religion Hume R. Steele Woman's Missionary Council Methodist Episcopal McDowell Richardson Carter Young Martin

Movement Afoot To Reopen Bank At Stephens City

Reports say residents of Stephens City favor reorganizing and reopening People Bank Inc. The bank was turned over to state examiners and a receiver was appointed after deposits fell. Stockholders met and plan further talks with the community before a definite plan is made.

Stephens City People Bank, Inc

Notice on Dispatching Rescue Squads in Winchester

In case of electrocution suffocation or drowning do not wait for rescue. Call Winchester Fire Department in Winchester Virginia for rescue squads at Phones 1172 713 and 1144.

Winchester Fire Department Winchester

Peonies For Sixth of June Flower Shop Strawberry Special

Fresh strawberries direct from patch. Large shipment received today. Selling price 10c qt. Special wholesale price by crate. Winchester Fruit and Vegetable Market next to Union Bank. Phone 461. Free Delivery.

Patch Winchester Fruit and Vegetable Union Bank

Newberrys Saturday Specials for Ladies and Men

Newberries offers Saturday bargains with ladies house stockings at 44 cents, artificial wreaths from 50 cents to a dollar, men's wool lined ties in summer shades at 20 cents, and ladies silk slips priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar. 3-lip-1t

Nurses Record 441 Visits In May For District Association

The monthly meeting of the District Nurse Association reported 441 visits in May across prenatal, infant, school age, adult, and tuberculosis cases. Nurses Josephine Arthur and Evelyn Dean noted extensive first aid during the Apple Blossom Festival and care for newborns, pneumonia cases, and a tubercular patient aided by funds and hospital arrangements.

Josephine Arthur Evelyn Dean Vincent Piedmont Sanatorium Tuberculosis Fund University of Virginia Crippled Children’s Fund Kiwanis Rotary Clubs

Repossessed Cars for Sale by Winchester Credit Corp

Repossessed cars and trucks offered for sale with cash payment or monthly plans. Winchester Credit Corp advertises available inventory at attractive prices, listing contact and page reference 41-1p-5-27,31,3,7.

Winchester Credit Corp

Rousstown Fire Company June Meeting Notice

Rouss Fire Company calls for its regular monthly meeting Friday night June 3 at 8 o'clock. All members requested to be present. Lee M Lamp, President.

Lee M. Lamp

Hausner Again Starts Solo Flight Toward Warsaw

Stanislaus Hausner of Newark launches from Floyd Bennett Field at 8 46 a m aiming for Warsaw Poland on a solo flight. He carries 525 gallons of fuel and 50 letters with plans to drop some near Croydon Airport and perhaps over Le Bourget Paris. Naval escorts join him with his wife and a Newark priest aboard the chase plane as he rides a tail wind toward his birthplace.

Associated Press New York Stanislaus Hausner Newark N. J Warsaw Poland Floyd Bennett Field Hausner Paul Knappek Naval Reserve Floyd Bennetts Don F Tani Croydon Lonedon le Bourget Paris

Cakes at Market Street Church Sale Friday Evening

A sale event at Market Street M. E. Church on Friday June 3 from 5 to 10 PM offers cakes and other items. Calso mining services and cellar spraying are advertised with contact O. J. Wells at 562 N. Market Street. Paper hanging by room priced at 2.50. Will call to see you.

Market Street Calso Mining O. J. Wells N. Market Street

Flashes of World News from Various Cities

Reports from Winona Auckland Chicago Paterson Hiawatha and Chicago describe quirky local odds and ends. Topics include a former mayoral candidate who pledges mud not eggs for voters, horned American moose in Fiord country, a repeat-arrested gambler planning to become a business magnate, a New Jersey governor misplaced en route to Ringwood Manor, a pony named Pansy earning an eighth grade certificate, and a Chicago philanthropist defending his charity as modest while funding meals for schoolchildren.

Paterson N. J A. Harry Moore New Jersey

Also Mentioned on This Page

Senate Committee Southern Vets DR. McFaden Mississippi Misses Boyd Fred L. Glaize North Carolina Grace Forney Robert McC. Glass Hunter H. McGuire P. H. Williams Henry Baker Fred L. Glaize, Jr P. P. Pilcher Lucy W. Russell Maryland Walter Huntsberry Stuart Edmonds D. J. Howard Robert L. Glaize Namelot Mason Snapp Coleen Over Alabama Irene Slonaker Cornelia Slonaker South Carolina Frank L. Grim I. N. Conner Mahlon Jackson Florida R. T. Barton Lily Baker Texas Kentucky Nannie J. Smith Mound Virginia Lines Here Star Opis Bristol Gate City Peonies Newberry District Nurse Association H. D. Fuller Rouss Fire Company Gong Winona Minn Matt Wagner Winona Township Auckland New Zealand America Fiord Chicago Dago Lawrence Mangano Capone Police Headquarters Ringwood Manor Hiawatha Kas Pansy Padonia School William EB. Turner Foley Ala Pullman E. Edgar Johnson
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