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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
1
Judge Thomas W. Harrison of Winchester announces renomination as Democratic candidate for the Seventh Virginia District. He outlines principles, discusses Volstead Act, and recaps wartime congressional service in a formal statement to voters.
Democratic incumbent T W Harrison announces re nomination, contrasts his record with a Republican opponent, cites Wilson era reforms and war measures, touts service on Military Affairs, and defends Prohibition stance and fiscal priorities, urging voters to support him on August 3 1920.
Mr. and Mrs. Burkhart of Kernstown Virginia won a Ford car giveaway from Chapman's Auto Sales but chose a $200 cash alternative. The selection was noted after the drawing, with Mr Henkel mentioned in the reader’s sequence.
Baseball fans see real play as Winchester resurrects its American Legion team after ten years. Captain Sandy Baker’s squad lost 5 4 to Brunswick in a hard fought game with Dunn pitching four hits allowed and Weems starring in outfield. Next, Winchester beat Boyce 6 0 with Weems pitching. Supt. E. E. Clerk to umpire the upcoming Saturday game.
Senator Leedy defends his actions regarding a public safety measure tied to theatre use and fire risk. He recounts discussions with Senator Byrd, clarifies motives, denies improper influence by Mr. Henry, and asserts the question of the Byrd Dynasty and voter choice in Virginia. The letter preserves Leedy’s stance on local governance and candidate selection.
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Naomi Elizabeth Trenary daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Trenary to Mr William Earl Jenkins of Winchester a well known painter. The ceremony was performed Monday May 31 at Grace Lutheran Church parsonage by Rev A A Kelly.
All members of the Executive Committee of the Firemen's Convention Committee and other interested firemen are to meet tonight at 8 o'clock in the City Hall Court Room. Business of importance. By order R. L. Gray, Chairman.
The Rev. W. R. Alexander and Mrs. Alexander of Sanford Texas are expected to arrive Friday evening. He is the former popular pastor of First Baptist Church there and is expected to occupy the pulpit on Sunday. A reception will be held at the church Monday night at 8 o clock for all friends.
An advertisement lists immediate delivery of agricultural chemicals including Pyro, Lead Arsenate, Bluestone and genuine dusting materials. It also hawks spray hoses rods guns nozzles fittings power and hand sprayers with the slogan Everything for better fruit and Winchester orchard tools.
Eight room bungalow on 7 acres of fenced land two miles from town. Gas piping and hot air heat installed. Orchard of 71 pear trees and acre of strawberries. Nice outbuildings. Purchase as rent at $25 per month or $500 total. Contact George B. Chapman at Ford Agency. Also notice of Taylor Oil Stores placing orders.
Four new refrigerator shipments arrived and prices are cut to move them quickly. This week features cheap refrigeration and a large couch hammock shipment. Location P. C. Neidemeyer & Co at Corner Water and Main Sts along with apples and lard storage offerings.
All members are urged to attend the Jefferson Club meeting at Friendship Engine House Friday evening June 11 at 830. Important business will be discussed. Members should bring or send in all club cards. Warren Rice president Robert Worsley secretary. 6-9-1p-21.
Salem Va June 13 15 Roanoke College announces the election of Rev Dr Charles J Smith as president designate He is Roanoke College alumnus and former Shenandoah Valley Academy student Dr Smith studied at Roanoke Princeton Mt Airy Seminary and Mt Tabor He will assume duties after commencement and move his family to Salem later this summer He is noted for lecturing public speaking and athletic leadership
The advertisement invites the investing public to purchase 8 percent non taxable securities secured on real estate. Interest is payable quarterly. Contact Hansbrough & Carter for full information on insurance loans and real estate offerings.
Orchard men urged to buy scarce cow peas and soy beans. The Winchester Seed Co Inc promotes Crimson Clover as the cheapest legume on the market and advertises seed availability and prices.
Classified notice requests a second-hand Underwood typewriter in good condition addressed to John W. Ros enberger. Also includes an rental ad offering a furnished front room with bath at 228 Braddock Street and an oil cook offer advertisement.
Hansbrough and Carter advertise hail insurance covering wheat, apples and other crops from hail damage. The notice promotes their services in insurance loans and real estate.
Fruit growers may purchase a limited amount of preferred stock in the new Winchester Cold Storage. Each stock holder is guaranteed storage space. See H. F. Burdy Beverley Superintendent. Notice: Winchester State Guards report for drill tonight at 7 45 before parade in front of City Hall.
A special County Fruit Growers Association session will be held tomorrow at 2 30 at the courthouse. Reports on new fruit pests will be presented and all growers are urged to attend.
The Frederick County Fruit Growers Association warns a severe barrel shortage this harvest. Ninety percent of cooperage stock comes from the west and railroad congestion worsens scarcity. Growers should secure barrels now and store as many as possible to ensure regular deliveries by barrel companies. Signed by John C. Cather, president.
A remodeling store offers 6 fine slightly used pianos at very low prices next week. One York with mahogany case is like new, $170 off regular price. Sale at Seal's Music Store, White Oak College Avenue.
The Associated Press reports in Boston that John P. Sanborn of Newport Rhode Island, supreme treasurer of the New England Order of Protection, is revealed to have a cash shortage of 109000 dollars. Judge H William Scott announced the deficiency tied to 12 years of accounts. Sanborn is 76 and has held the office 29 years.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered an embargo on coal car supply to Lake Erie ports for water transshipment effective June 13. The ban covers bituminous coal moved in car load lots unless a permit is obtained, citing railroad equipment shortages and congestion across Lake Erie port corridors.
Chapman s Auto Sales offers a big used car selection with Fords of all models starting at 275. Other mentions include Overland 90 Touring and Franklin six touring described as perfect condition and running well. Terms may be available.
AH officers and members of the Sarah Zane Fire Company are urged to attend the firemen's meeting at the city courtroom Friday at 8 p m. Important business relates to the Firemen's Convention.
The Rev Wesley Bakery will address a youth work topic at the Presbyterian Church tonight at 8 o'clock. Also notice: Mrs Cline seeks small washings with guaranteed work at 123 S Brad dock St.
Help wanted notice seeks a cook to accompany a family to the country for the summer marriage season. Apply by writing to Mrs Sornwell and Mrs Coby at Cobie's Cottage.
Republican sub committee adopts a compromise league of nations plank endorsing three key principles sought by irreconcilables. It omits a pledge for ratification and avoids a specific eighteenth amendment enforcement stance. Also favors ratification of the woman suffrage amendment and hints at broader peace safeguards.
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