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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1934

Page

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Judge Williams Drops Charges Of Intimidation In Court

In Frederick County Court Judge Philip Williams dismissed the intimidation charge against D A Walters after a stern reprimand. Walters had allegedly threatened Commonwealth Attorney Burr P Harrison over prosecuting John Willis for striking Jack O Neal and fleeing. Walters apologized, asserted no intent to intimidate, and costs were assessed against him.

D. A. Walters Middletown Commonwealth Burr P. Harrison Commonwealth Attorney John Willis Willis Grand Jury Jack O’neal Walters Harrison Philip Williams Frederick County Williams

Jubilee Singers to Perform at Mount Carmel Church

On Thursday night June 14 the Silvertone Quartet of Hagerstown Maryland will sing for the Mount Carmel F B Church usher board. William Johnson presides as president and Emma P. Robinson serves as secretary. all are invited to hear the jubilee quartet.

Silvertone Quartet Hagerstown Md Usher Board Mount Carmel F. B. Church Jubilee William Johnson Emma P. Robinson

Illegal Fishing Fines Imposed by Magistrate

Three men were fined for out of season bass fishing by Magistrate A. J. Tavenner. Each faced a $5 fine plus costs totaling $9.25. Game Warden Francis W. Pingley led the arrests. Fines were levied against Walton Landacre, William Landacre of Hayfield, and Tom McKee of the county's north section.

A. J. Tavenner Francis W. Pingley Walton William Landacre Hayfield Tom McKee

Shenandoah Apple Blossom finances praised and settled

William E. Cooper chairs a committee with J. Victor Arthur and T. Russell Cather that found the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival accounts correct. Clifford D. Grim, treasurer, was commended as books and bills for the recent festival were paid and no obligations remained. Pinckney Arthur led the festival since its inception, earning praise from officers.

William E. Cooper Shenandoah Apple Blossom Naval Organization J. Victor Arthur T. Russell Cather Clifford D. Grim Grim Pinckney Arthur Arthur

Miss Clark Weds Mr Funkhouser in Rye New York

Announcement from Winchester reports the marriage of Miss Ruth Clark of Honolulu Hawaii to Mr Raymond Justin Funkhouser Jr of New York. The ceremony occurred at 4 PM yesterday in Rye New York at the groom’s country estate. The bride studied at Stuart Hall Staunton and spent last summer with the groom’s sister.

Winchester Ruth Clark Honolulu Hawaii Raymond Justin Funkhoser, Jr New York Rye N. Y Stuart Hall Staunton Dolores Funkhouser Staunton Institution Funkhouser Merle Funkhouser Hagerstown R. J. Funkhouser O’sullivan Rubber Company

Bolts of Oratory Set Campaign For Seats In Congress

The 1930s political clash unfolds as Johnson and McNary trade barbs in radio speeches. The Republican National Committee adopts a national policy in Chicago. McNary argues the new deal and its liberalization ebb while Republicans claim steady principles. Roosevelt’s congressional address signals promised social legislation.

Congress Johnson and McNary Associated Press Washington Republican National Committee Chicago Hugh S. Johnson Republican Social Program McNary Senator McNary Oregon Roosevelt

Awning notice from E. W. Armstrong Co.

An awning advertisement from E. W. Armstrong Co. promotes residence and store awnings with contact phone 639 and address 39 East Piccadilly Street.

E. W. Armstrong Co East Piccadilly St Eod

Market closes steady after scattered profit taking

In New York on June 9 profit taking touched stocks but was well absorbed as quiet trading held the market steady. Steel labor talks and potential walkouts hovered, with unions meeting Johnson and officials as Wall Street recorded about 700000 shares traded.

Associated Press New York Johnson Wall Street U. S Bethelehem Motors Chrysler General Motors Nash London

Dancer Dolly Sisters Fined for Tax Evasion in France

Paris June 9 Jenny Dolly half of the Dolly sisters was fined 11,466,285 francs and given a three day suspended jail term for evading luxury tax on her 51 carat diamond ring bought in Cannes in 1926 The ring valued at 4 583 886 francs equaled about 185 000 dollars at the time The ring later sold at auction for 1 625 000 francs about 100 000 dollars The actress testified her secretary was responsible for the transaction and was dead now The tax would have been 32 500 dollars and the fine reflects the 1926 purchase price and assessed penalties

Associated Press Paris Jenny Dolly Dolly Sisters Cannes Dolly

Memorial Rites Set For Sunday

Memorial services will be conducted at 3 o clock tomorrow afternoon in the Orrick Cemetery on the Valley pike. Rev J W Dockett pastor of John Mann Methodist Church will be the principal speaker. The Douglass Junior High School Band will render appropriate music for the occasion. Everyone is invited by the committee in charge of arrangements.

Orrick Valley Pike J. W. Dockett John Mann Methodist Church Douglass Junior High School

Popular Books At the Library

Handley Library highlights summer camping books in its collection. Notable titles include Camps and Their Modern Administeering by H K Allen Camp Life in the Woods by W H Gibson The Boy's Camp Book by Edward Case Shelters Shacks and Shan ties by D C Beard Indian Names Facts and Games for Camp Fire Girls by F M Peast Camp Fire Yarns by F H Cheley

Handley Library H.K. Alen W. H. Gibson Edward Case D. C. Beard F. M. Peast F. H. Cheley

Banquet Tea Bags and Free Dance At Oak Haven

Classified snippet lists desired items and events: cotton rags wanted by Star office, Banquet Tea bags 25c per package, Pure Food Store invites a free dance with orchestra tonight at Oak Haven. Includes page and column identifiers.

Roosevelt asks Congress for 525 million for drought relief

President Roosevelt requests 525 million dollars for relief in drought stricken areas and to move feed to livestock and meat to relief distribution. He aims to leave spending discretion to the administration as Hugh S. Johnson and steel leaders seek a late week strike settlement.

Associated Press Washington Potomac Roosevelt Hugh S. Johnson Union Steel

Mrs. LaFollette Dies at Ottawa Lake Michigan Home

Mrs. Asbrina C. LaFollette 69 widow of Clark T. LaFollette died at her Ottawa Lake Michigan home after nearly four years of illness. Survived by two daughters, two sons, six brothers and a sister, funeral Monday at Ottawa Lake with burial beside her husband.

Asbrina C. LaFollette Clark T. LaFollette Ottawa Lake Mich Frederick County Leonard Barper Toledo Henrietta Algenbright Birmingham Ala Ernest LaFollette Eldon LaFollette HE Gaver Brill Lehen James Brill Tacoma, Wash Dorsey C. Brill Miami, Fla Smith R. Brill Hook’s Mill W. Va Asa

Oil Men Convene in Roanoke Over State Code

Delegates from the Virginia Oil Men's Association and the Virginia Oil Jobbers Association met in Roanoke in joint session after a preliminary petroleum planning meeting. Dealers voiced complaints about the oil code at the committee gathering.

Virginia Oil Men’s Association Virginia Oil Jobbers Association Roanoke

Public Invited To Hear Address By Gen. Mitchell

General Mitchell of Middleburg will speak at 8 o clock Tuesday evening June 12 at the George Washington Hotel. The event is a Flag Day celebration sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary and Fort Loudoun Chapter DAR with a musical program and flag ceremony. State Senator T Russell Cather will introduce him.

George Washington Hotel William Mitchell Middleburg United States Army Air Corps American Legion Auxiliary Fort Loudoun Daughters of the American Revolution Winchester Post Veterans of Foreign Wars General Mitchell Winchester Boy Scouts T. Russell Cather

Willis Family Visit Highlights at Charles Town

Mr Willis and his son Ogden Willis, from Coalburg West Virginia, were guests with Mrs Eliza Willis and Miss Pattie Willis in Charles Town. Ogden studied the past winter at Shenandoah Valley Academy in Winchester and joined the family at the Misses Wills home.

Charles Town Jom Augustine Willis Coalburg W. Va Eliza W. Willis Pattie Willis Ogden Willis Shenandoah Valley Academy Winchester Wills

Sarazan Leads Open Golf Title Tilt After Third Round

Gene Sarazen of New York surged ahead in the third round at Merion as a crowded battle formed among top pros. Ralph Guldahl of Los Angeles staged a late rally with a 70 for 221 after 54 holes, closing the gap on Bobby Cruickshank and Sarazen who stood within striking distance in a windy final 36 holes.

2Merion Cricket Club Philadelphia Gene Sarazen New York Bobby Cruickshank Guidahl Merion Cricket Club Ralph Guldahl Los Angeles Johnny Goodman Merion Guldahl Richmond Cruickshank

Union Leaders Press Denunciation of Johnson Speech

The Amalgamated Association asks the International Ladies' Garment Workers Union to denounce General Johnson for insults to steel workers. The move comes as talks on a steel labor board continue with Hugh S. Johnson, NR A administrator, to prevent a steel strike.

Associated Press Washington Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers Today International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union General Johnson Steel Workers Renant Workers Convention Steel Labor Board Hugh S. Johnson Steel Workers’ Committee Johnson Ladies’ Garment Workers Union Chicago

Local Man’s 12 Month License Revocation Follows DUI Conviction

George Hott of North Kent Street faced Judge Donald L. Weems in Police Court this morning. He received seven months in jail and a total of 140.50 in fines and costs on charges including transportation with a gun in his pocket, carrying concealed weapons, and reckless driving. The intoxicated driving led to a 100.25 fine and the one year license revocation.

George Hott North Kent Street Donald L. Weems

Bell Installs Lodge Officers in Rockingham

Andrew Bell of the Chamber of Commerce with Elks lodge ties installed officers in Rockingham on Thursday night. Howard Rolston was named exalted ruler succeeding L Hubert Early and announced his committee appointments.

Andrew Bell Chamber of Commerce Harrisonburg

Winchester Park Association Meeting Set for Monday Night

Members are called to the regular monthly meeting Monday night June 11 at 8 o'clock in the police court room City Hall. A number of important questions will come up for consideration and full attendance is urged.

Winchester Park Association

Soft Water Service Advertised by Winchester Laundry

Winchester Steam Laundry advertises soft water service with a contact phone listing and a date code 3-26-1p-e indicating a local update or entry for customers seeking improved water quality.

Winchester Steam Laundry

Registration Drive For Virginia Sunday School Convention

Frederick County Council of Religious Education urges city of Winchester and Frederick county residents to register by Monday June 11. Send cards to P. E. Lineburg, local registrar, Stephens City, or to I N Good, Winchester, for forwarding. Convention opens June 13 with sermons and services at the First Baptist Church led by Dr. Paul D. Eddy and Prof. H Augustine Smith.

Frederick County First Baptist Church Christ Paul D. Eddy H. Augustine Smith

Scattered Showers Start Week Across Northern Regions

Weather outlook for the period beginning Monday notes scattered showers in the central and northern portions of the North and Middle Atlantic states at the start, middle, and end of the week. Temperatures stay near normal with brief cooling in the north during shower periods.

North Middle Atlantic States

Open all day Sunday shop offers prompt delivery

The advertisement announces Sunday hours from 9 a m to 9 p m with prompt order delivery and a phone contact 373 5 12 lp o a w tf.

O. A

Winchester voters to choose six Common Council members

Winchester voters head to the polls Tuesday for six council seats with 4 30 a m to 7 29 p m hours. In Stephens City only J A Bean seeks re election as council terms extend from Sept 1. Other wards list four candidates and unopposed incumbents. Precincts assign judges and clerks for Friendship Engine House Rouss Engine House Sarah Zane Engine House. Thus end of article notes unopposed in first ward and several nominees with one independent.

Winchester Common Council Wees Friendship Engine House Charles P. Kremer Joseph Patterson John W. Kuter Maurice Grim William Eo Rouss Engine House B. F. Arthur, Jr John M. Dunn William Haines Peter Y. Brinton Roby pSeg Rit Larrick Forrest Pentiet Paul Carper Sarah Zane Engine House Robert

Park Team Prepares to Face Sinclair Sunday

On Sunday the Blue Sox of Hagerstown host the Park team at 3 o clock. Sinclair will pitch for the locals in the season opener and says he can still throw winning baseball.

Blue Sox Hagerstown Sinclair

Stranger fined for drunken disorderly conduct in police court

A man calling himself Oscar Lewis was fined in police court on a drunk and disorderly charge. He gave no address and appeared not to be a city resident. The article notes not to confuse him with Winchester residents of the same name.

Oscar Lewis Winchester

Two Young Negroes Lynched After Alleged Attack on White Woman

In Lambert Mississippi a mob of about 125 white men hanged two young men, Joe Love and Isaac Thomas, from a highway bridge after arresting them near Greenwood. They confessed to an attempted assault on a plantation manager's wife at Sledge Mississippi. District Attorney Greek Rice arrived with deputies to identify mob leaders.

Mississippi Joe Love Isaac Thomas Associated Press Lambert Miss Delta Greek Rice Darksdale W. T. Haynes Quitman County Love Thomas Haynes Columbus Carrollton Greenwood Sledge

Gifts for the Graduates Van Raalte Underthings And Hosiers

Margaret L. Hodgson reports on gifts for graduates at Van Raalte Underthings and Hosiers. The piece outlines gift ideas and purchasing suggestions tailored to graduates, with emphasis on practical yet thoughtful selections.

van Raalte Underthings Margaret L. Hodgson

Also Mentioned on This Page

C. A. Walters Larrick Eugene B. Grace Bethlehem Steel Company New York City American Iron and Steel Institute NRA Miss Clark Mr. Funkhouser N. R Star Office Pure Food Store Oak Haven PERLA R. Meliwaine Minnesota State Line Minnesota Floyd B. Olson Sioux Falls S. D Darrow Board Darrow White House Darrow Review Board A R. A Senate Rexford G. Tugwell Camp Holabird House Military Committee Gen Mitchell MR Willis Sarazan Bell Lucius R. Payne Louis The Rhodes Drug CO Stephens City
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