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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1921

Page

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Pueblo Flood Toll Rises as Arkansas River Deluge Spreads

Reports from Denver indicate parts of Pueblo, Colorado were flooded after the Arkansas River surged following heavy rains. Four deaths are reported as waters rose over nine feet, with downtown Pueblo covered in mud and rail lines damaged. Foreigner residents in the Grove district faced warnings too late to evacuate.

Denver Col Pueblo Arkansas Colorado Erote The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad Company Larkspur Denver Times Times Grove Tch

Floods Flood Pueblo Fueled Destruction Across Colorado East

Reports from eastern Colorado say heavy floods and fires caused by rising waters across towns including Pueblo Frederick and Lafayette. Three feet of water flooded main streets, homes were swept away, and livestock drowned as Coal Creek rose and spilled its banks.

Denver Col Colorado Rocky Mountains Pueblo Frederick Lafayette

Irishman Keane Executed by Firing Squad at Barracks

Thomas Keane sentenced to death by court martial for possessing arms and taking part in an attack on police was executed by firing squad in the barracks square this morning. Large crowds outside the barracks prayed and sang hymns during the execution.

Associated Press Thomas Keane Singland Keane

Polish Officer Executed For Treason At Warsaw Citadel

Lieut Henry Iwanicki of the Polish flying corps was executed by firing squad at the Warsaw citadel after a court martial found him guilty of high treason for transmitting military secrets to British agents.

Warsaw Henry Iwanicki Polish Flying Corps Warsaw Citadel

Empire Tonight Features Keaton Comedy and Henl Western

The Empire presents Buster Keaton in The High Sign and a six reel Pathe Western The Henl plus Pathe News and water animals features. Shows at 6 30 and 8 45 with special prices for youths. Empire offers cool comfortable safe seating and value in a brisk, direct entertainment package.

The Empire Buster Keaton Pathe

Star to not publish on Monday June 6

Notice states The Star will not be issued on Monday June 6 as per customary practice. The Evening Star confirms the schedule change and informs readers of the temporary publication halt.

Police court clears Noah Carter in grave charge case

Magistrate Robert Worsley dismissed the warrant against Noah Carter after hearings in police court. The two white witnesses alleged indecent proposals but a dozen witnesses testified to Carter's good character and the case was dismissed for lack of evidence. The house on Fremont street was owned by Carter and used to collect rents. the women had been asked to vacate for past due rents.

Mageigtrate Robert Worsley Noah Carter Carter Fremont Street Allegense Eniirteen Clements Ala Anarienss Worsley

Masked party attacks crew on steamer Mitchell

A group of masked men boarded the Shipping Board steamer Mitchell at Hampton Roads and assaulted the crew, injuring eight seriously and several others slightly. A naval detachment responded to the distress call, but the attackers escaped before arrival.

Associated Press Old Point Comfort E Shipping Board Mitchell Hampton Roads

Miss Frances Peyton Page Sets Out for New York Trip

Miss Frances Peyton Page departed this morning for New York City and will travel to Flushing Long Island to spend several weeks as the guest of Judge and Mrs A C Carson.

Frances Peyton Page New York City Flushing Long Island A. C. Carson

Hunter Family Plans Winchester Summer Home Return

Miss Carrie Hunter daughter of the late Major Robert W. Hunter will return to Winchester and reopen the Washington street home about June 15th. She will stay with her brothers Messrs. Stuart and Edmund Hunter and occupy the Hunter residence for the summer. Mrs. Arthur T. M. Field and her son have left for Rochester New York after visiting Mrs. Field's mother Mrs. Gertrude W. Barton.

Carrie Hunter Robert W. Hunter Washington Messrs Stuart Edmund Hunter Winchester Washington Street Miss Hunter Hunter Arthur ™. Field

Winchester Seed Co notices and employment ad

On June 6 local holiday the Winchester Steam Laundry closes. Seed list includes Cow Peas Soy Beans Sudan Grass Sorghum and German Millet at very low prices. Winchester Seed Co also advertises a job opening for an assistant cook at White Sulphur Inn Stephens City Va.

Winchester White Sulphur Inn Stephens City

Alumni Meeting Notice Signals June 17 Gathering

Local high school alumni group announces a reunion date set for June 17. Secretary Wilmer F. Shryock requests location suggestions and asks alumni to respond with venue ideas. The notice appears in a brief community column.

Wilmer Sec'y

Memorial to Dr Miller Planned in Winchester

A memorial for Dr Miller has begun on Main Street Winchester to honor his unselfish work. Citizens may contribute through H K Green and Brother Jolliffe and Jolliffe Boyd Drug Company the banks or Mrs Charles L Bowly.

R. God Miller T “H Winchester Dr. Miller H. K. Green Jolliffe Boyd Drug Company Banks Charles L. Bowly

Dr McGuire and party plan Boston motor trip

Dr and Mrs Hunter H McGuire depart Winchester for Boston and other Massachusetts points for two weeks. They will be joined by Mr and Mrs Melviner. Dr McGuire attends a dental society event and Harvard class reunion during the journey.

New England Winchester McGuire

Friendship Fire Co. Seeks members for Memorial Day parade

The Friendship Fire Company calls all members to assemble at the engine house on Monday June 6 at 10 o clock in uniform or citizen regalia to take part in the Memorial Day parade. Secretary G. R. Haines issues the notice.

Friendship Fire Co G. R. Haines

Memorial Day Parade Meeting Call

Notice requests company members to meet at the hall in citizen dress on Monday June 6 at 10 o'clock to take part in the Memorial Day Parade. Secretary.

Int Company

Memorial Parade Traffic Notice by City Mayor

No advertising will be permitted in connection with the memorial parade of Monday June 6. Traffic on the march line will be regulated by police. All vehicles must be removed from Main Street between Cork and Piccadilly and from Water Street between Braddock and Mount Hebron Cemetery. Respectfully, W. W. Glass, Mayor.

Main Street Cork Piccadilly Water Street Braddock Mount Hebron Cemetery W. W. Glass

Band Yard Party and Memorial Day Flower Orders

White Hall hosts a Band Yard Party on Saturday night June 4. Cape Jasmines order for Memorial Day. special chocolate candy deals offered by The Flower Shop and The People's Drug Co for Saturday and Monday. A request for a good colored cook is posted by B. Campbell via Bell 2820.

White Hall People’s Drug Co The B. Cc. Campbell Bell Phone

Hollis Coal Firm Reorganizes as Hollis and Company

Announcement states the coal business of W. L. Hollis is continued under W. L. Hollis and Company. Public trade is solicited with Lawrence C. Hollis listed as assistant.

W. L. Hollis W. L

Flowers Flowers For June 6th and Memorial Day Florals

FLOWERS FLOWERS For June 6th Carnations Jas mines and Gladioli. The Flower Shop notes Memorial Day with Cape Jasmines. Odd Fellows meeting Sunday June 5 at 3 PM for flower strewing. Also mention home for girls by Mrs Franck Baker.

Odd Fellows Pola Agee Franck Baker

Tulsa mobilization ends as city resumes control after race violence

State guardsmen were withdrawn and city and county officials took charge with deputized veterans assisting. A June 8 grand jury probe will seek responsibility for the race outbreak that killed one and caused about 1.6 million in damage. Ten people died overall, and Tulsa businesses plan reconstruction for displaced African Americans with a goal of building 1,000 new homes.

Associated Press Tulsa Okla Robert Hanson Citizens’ Committee of Welfare T. J. Martin Fair Grounds

Socialists Lose Court Case In Mount Vernon Permit

The U S Supreme Court appellate division ruled Mount Vernon was within its rights to bar a socialist street meeting on October 2, 1920. The socialists contended the act abridged free speech and assembly.

Associated Press New York Appellate Division Supreme Court Mount Vernon

Mitchell to Return to Camillus from New York

Mr. Albert A. Mitchell, once of this county, plans to leave tomorrow for Camillus New York where he owns a home. He said he expects to return to Winchester later this month to visit friends and former associates.

Albert A. Mitchell Camillus N. Y Mitchell Winchester

Fire destroys Cork workhouse in Mill Street blaze

A Mill Street workhouse in Cork, formerly used by an auxiliary division of the Royal Irish Constabulary, burned last night after armed men seized the building and poured petrol before setting it alight. Damage is estimated at 20 000 pounds.

Associated Press Cork Mill Street Royal Irish Constabulary

Philadelphia Champion Wins World Hard Court Title in St Cloud

William T. Children of Philadelphia, the world grass court champion, defeated Washer of Belgium in straight sets 6-3 6-3 6-3 to win the world hard course singles championship in St. Cloud France. Mrs F Highlands Burns of Baltimore and her two daughters will visit Winchester for part of the summer after staying with Mrs Mary Johnson Campbell on South Washington Street. Mr Burns will spend weekends with his family.

Associated Press ST. Cloud France William T. Children Philadelphia Washer Belgium

Great Reduction Sale at Miss Margaret Hodgson’s Millinery

Great reduction sale this month on all ladies and children’s millinery at Miss Margaret Hodgson’s Ips Lost Goodyear tire 22x4% oversize in Westcott case located between Winchester and Purcellville Friday night Finder please notify Wm L.

Margaret Hodgson Goodyear Westcott Winchester Purcellville Wm. L

Mrs. Maxwell Dies at 85 in Winchester Home

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary A. Maxwell, who died at her daughter Mrs. W. D. Field’s home in Winchester, will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Field’s house. The Rev. Dr. J. H. Lacy will preside. Burial will follow in Charlton New York. Survived by two daughters Mrs. Field and Mrs. Haynes, five grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

Mary A. Maxwell W. D. Field West Water Street Winchester Field Maxwell Arthur M. Field Wincery Ney Barton Robert T. Barton Gertrude W. Barton Max Ces M. Haynes Mabel Haynes Allen B. ‘Bond New York State Iworth

Weather outlook for week cooler start in Atlantic and East Gulf states

The Weather Bureau forecasts a cool start to the week beginning Monday for the Atlantic and East Gulf states with normal temperatures later and generally fair skies.

Associated Press Washington Weather Bureau Atlantic East Gulf States

President and Mrs Harding Picnic Near Valley Forge

President Harding and Mrs Harding traveled by motor to Senator Knox's Pennsylvania home near Valley Forge for a weekend visit. General Sawyer and Secretary Christian accompanied them for a picnic luncheon by the Susquehanna river.

Associated Press Washington Harding Pennsylvania Senator Knox Valley Forge Grig.Gen. Sawyer Christian Susquehanna River

New Fords offloaded. two Tourings and two Trucks available

Chapman’s Auto Sales advertises immediate delivery from a shipment of new Ford Tourings and Trucks. Only two of each model remain for fast pickup, with orders urged for the next shipment.

Chapman's Auto

Special June 6 Men’s Brown Calf Imitation Shoes

An auction notice for a sale of men’s brown calf imitation oxford shoes with ball straps and Goodyear welts. Items No 303 205 207 312 315 N Main St will be sold in front of Court House on Saturday June 11. See sale bill.

Oxford Goodyear League Seal's N. Main St Court House

Memorial Day program outlined for Confederate commemoration

The Stonewall Memorial Association announced the fifth anniversary Confederate memorial day events for next Monday June 6 with a weather note predicting cooler conditions. The program opens with a hymn at 11 and includes oration by Lt. George Tucker, a volley by First Virginia Guard, taps by the cadet corps, and a parade with multiple divisions and marshal leadership from local schools and organizations.

Stonewall Memorial Association Harry St. George R. Gray Willig George Tucker First Virginia Cadet Corps Andoah Valley Academy Fickpatina W. Larrid

Winchester Gun Club to Hold Ring Match Monday

The Winchester Gun Club announced a ring match on next Monday June 6 at 2 30 P M on club grounds behind the reservoir. A number of professionals are expected to attend the event and locals are invited to participate in traps. A modest ground admission is charged though shooters may attend by their own cartridges.

Winchester Gun Club Ai Ber

Spray the Garden Insect Control Equipment Ad

Leaf-eaters and other insects and fungus diseases controlled by spraying with proper materials. Special hand dusters knapsack and hand sprayers for flower gardens. Low prices on hoes nozzles fittings. Winchester Orch phone 313 301 N.

Eac Winchester Orch

For Sale Dodge Roadster 1921 Low Miles

Dodge Roadster from 1921 with under 300 miles reportedly fully equipped. Seller Rogers lists the item in a brief classified notice.

Dodge Rogers

Tire Sale Listings At Local Shop With Prices

A fragmented notice runs tire sale details for June events with sizes 30x3 to 33x4 and prices from 9.00 to 14.00. It lists Collis and Wail opposite City Hall and a position wanted notice for a housekeeper in a small city office.

Collis & Wail City Hall Yellow Front

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Limerick Ireland Empire Tonight the Evening Star Justice Worsley Winchester Seed. CO W’guire W. L. Hollis & Company Lawrence C. Hollis Ast Court House Inn of Rain GUN Club Tire Sale All Ladies Childres Shige Miss New
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