Anderson wins shoot-off for challenge trophy at Winchester Gun Club
W F Anderson won the shoot-off for the challenge trophy after a 25 25 to 23 25 finish with C B Stickley. club members may challenge next Saturday for 10 cents a man. trophies for June and the season will be shown at Solenberger and Co with donations from Montgomery Ward Winchester Furniture Irwin Drug Campbell Seabright and others. About 15 members attend Keyser state shoot as rain prevented last Saturday’s trophy event.
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W. F. Anderson
Winchester
A. Seabright
Stickley
J. A. Anderson
Pingley
W. Anderson
R. T. Jones
BP. Miller
Lupp
F. Hiett
Willey
H. Taylor
J. Pearse
E. Cuthbert
Shirley
R. White
B. Seabright
L. Lamp
E. W. Anderson
Martin
Shillingburg
J. Shine
Finfrock
H. Goss
C. B. Stickley
R. DeHaven
O. Pitcock
T. Taylor
Cambell
S. Haymaker
E. Goss
D. Hottel
C. Grim
BH. Cuthbert
A. Martin
R. Haymaker
H. Austin
C. DeHart
A. Haymaker
H. Kerns
C. Shillingburg
L. Lupp
H. Harmer
C. Mowery
Johnson
S. Snyder
C. Orndorff
Hammond
T. DeHaven
Desperate Fight At Maryland State Penitentiary
Warden Brady announced that last week a violent incident at the Maryland state penitentiary left one black inmate treated in the prison hospital with a knife wound in the abdomen and another in solitary confinement. Names of the prisoners were not released.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Patrick J. Brady
State Penitentiary
Three Democrats Unopposed in August Primary
Readings show three Democratic candidates in the August 6 primary have no opposition. Joseph Denny Clarke County incumbent for House of Delegates, Charles W. Trenary incumbent Commissioner of the Revenue, and James P. Reardon Commonwealth's Attorney are declared nominees by the Democratic City Executive Committee after petitions were checked at City Hall.
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Joseph Denny
C. W. Trenary
Revenue
James P. Reardon
Commonwealth
Democratic City Executive Committee
William T. Barr
W. A. Baker
Charles H. Harper
Charles W. Trenary
C. Lee Barr
C. Frank Grim
Corporation Court
J. Gray Beverley
Arthur W. Fansler
Oscar H. Lewis
A. R. Breckenridge
House of Delegates
Clarke County
Widows' payment bill debated after Virtula shooting
A bill to authorize a $25 000 payment to Henry Virtula's widow is under discussion in Congress. An assistant secretary ordered a full investigation into Virtula's death by a border patrolman in International Falls, while separate reports cite a Detroit incident involving Archibald Eugster and a customs inspector.
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Associated Press
Washington
Henry Virtula
Representative Schaffer
Wisconsin
Lowman
The
Treasury
E. J. White
International Falls
Minn
Eugster
Detroit
Mich
Archibald Eugster
Jonah Cox
Rouge River
Stock Market Edges Up After Early Slump
The stock market recovered from an early decline in New York as trading remained dull. Fear of a mid month credit tendency kept small speculators away and limited activity of professionals aside from a few cases. Call money rose to 8 percent from 7, with a steady close and about 2,000,000 shares sold.
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the Associates Press
New York
Rival of Eastern Star Order Soon To Be Formed
ASBURY PARK New Jersey June 11 1 E M Biron patron of Grace Chapter No 106 Order of Eastern Star Atlantic City announced that 22 chapters resolved to withdraw and form a new order The group met in secret to organize the all around social club an order which like the Eastern Star will admit only close relatives of Master Masons
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Associated Press
Asbury Park
N. J
E. M. Biron
Grace
Order of Eastern Star
Atlantic City
Biron Eaid Lu
Eastern Star
Violators of Auto Laws are Hailed by State Traffic Squad
A crowd at County Magistrate A. J. Tavenner’s court heard tickets issued by state traffic policemen assigned to Frederick County. Offenses ranged from no tail lights to no state license, with fines from $6.75 to $15.25. The inspectors plan further action in Winchester and expect many more delinquents before the week ends.
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A. J.tavenner
James M. Hayes
Frederick County
Justice Tavenner
George Stanley
West Virginia
Virginia
Bar of Justice
Winchester
Winchester City Council Protest On Washington Pike
The Winchester Virginia City Council unanimously condemned the Washington Pike road condition between Fairfax and Middleburg. A letter signed by all twelve members was sent to Governor Byrd the State Highway Commission and the Winchester Chamber of Commerce urging immediate action and replacement of builders if needed.
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Common Council
Winchester-Washington
Byrd
State Highway Commission
Winchester Chamber of Commerce
Winchester
Virginia
Fairfax
Middleburg
Chamber of Commerce
Increase in taxes urged to fund city needs
A letter from Fred L. Glaize in Winchester, Virginia argues the mayor’s budget plan for higher water, sewer, street, and police spending requires increased taxes. He notes taxes already rose from 1.45 to 1.55 and calls for citizens to indicate how much more they will tolerate.
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the Star
Shryock
City Sergeant Candidate Announces Primary Bid
Lee Barr declares his candidacy for City Sergeant subject to the Democratic primary on August 6, 1929. He files the notice as an official candidate in this local political race.
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Lee Barr
Lost silk purse with rhinestone clasp in town
A black silk purse with a rhinestone clasp is missing after being lost Saturday morning between the A. and P. store and Kremer's store or inside Kremer's store. Reward offered by Star Office for its return.
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Kremer’s
Star Office
Liberty Statue Official Goal Of Swedish Airmen
The Statue of Liberty in New York harbor is named official goal of the Sverige monoplane flight from Stockholm to New York. Swedish consul general in New York and Police Commissioner Whalen announced the plan after meeting the fliers, with a reception at City Hall to follow. Captain Albin Ahreberg attempted a Greenland leg from Reykjavik, returning twice due to fuel weight and weather, adjusting a propeller before another takeoff was planned.
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Associatted Press
New York
New York Harbor
Stockholm
Whalen
Alan H. Lamm
James J. Walker
Reykjavik
Iceland
Albin Ahreberg
Sverige
Ivigtut
Greenland
Ahrenberg
Ehrenberg
Oil Fields Fire In California Is Held In Check
Firefighters report Santa Fe Springs oil fields near Los Angeles contained to two flowing wells after a blaze started yesterday. The fire destroyed nine derricks and over 40 000 barrels of oil with estimated damage exceeding 1 000 000 dollars.
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California
Associated Press
Los Angeles
Santa Fe Springs
Here
Fire destroys block in Huron business district
Fire swept the center of Huron South Dakota today burning half a block. The blaze consumed the Brambeill Lumber Company a laundry transfer company and a rooming house. Cause and total damage remained undetermined.
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Associated Press
Huron
S. D
Brambeill Lumber Company
Rebel Chief and 49 Others Slain in Three-Hour Battle
reports from Agusu dalimentes say rebel chieftain Antonio Ramirez and 49 followers were killed in a three-hour clash with federal troops at Geronimo Agusudalimentes. casualties on the government side were not listed.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
Dutch officials resent outrages over weekend
The Hague reports the Hertog Hendrik will sail to Willemstad with Kortenaer and marines after an assault by Venezuela filibusters. Amsterdam may seek punitive action. Curacao battles leave General Gomez assaulted, and General Gabriel Lacle mortally wounded.
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Associated Press
Hague
Netherlands
Hertog Hendrik
Willemstad
Venezuela
Kortenaeur
Holland
Caracus
Curaco
Curacao
Falcon
el Nuevo
Diario
Gomez
Gabriel Lacle
Masonic Charity Talk Set for Winchester Lodge Meeting
Harry R. Green senior warden of Virginia Grand Lodge will speak on Masonic Charity at Winchester Hiram Lodge No. 21. A Columbia Lodge delegation from Clarendon and likely guests from Berkeley Springs will attend. The meeting is in the Masonic Temple on North Loudoun Street with refreshments afterward.
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Harry R. Green
Clarendon
Grand Lodge of Virginia
Winchester
Hiram Lodge
A. F
A. Masons
Green
Columbia Lodge
Clarenvlon
Berkeley Springs
W. Ve
Ma‘ans
Loudoun Street
Library Announces Summer Hours Change
Handley Library announced summer hours with a daily early close at 7 390 oclock starting Saturday June 15 and continuing until September 1. The library will open at 10 a m each day during the period.
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Handley Library
Insanity Plea In Torch Murder Case
The state rested in the trial of Henry Colin Campbell for the torch murder of Mrs. Mildred Mowry near Cranford New Jersey. The defense opened asserting Campbell was mentally deranged.
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Associated Press
Eliabeth
N.Z.J
Henry Colin Campbell
Mildred Mowry
Greenville
Cranford
N. J
Campbell
Winchester Park Association forms at Elk’s Club meeting
The Winchester Park Association organized to build an athletic field and recreational facilities at Rouss Spring property. A grandstand will rise, a baseball park under a devoted committee, and funds will be raised from the public for tennis courts and pools.
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Wibchester Park Association
Elk’s Club
Rouss Spring
Winchester Gun Club
Winchester Park Association
Winchester
Handley Hall Decorated for Garden Club Session
The Handley Library lecture hall was beautified by Titus Nursery Company and Mountain View Nursery Company for the Garden Club of Virginia meeting. Ever greens dominate the decor creating a marvelous bower. Public visits are invited after sessions. thanks are given to Winchester Steam Laundry for courtesies in preparations.
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Handley Library
Titus Nursery Company
Waynesboro
Mountain View Nursery Company
Williamsport
Garden Club of Virginia
Winchester and
Clarke County
Hopkins Scientist Injured in Portland Fall
Johns Hopkins University research associate Maynard M. Metcalf was found at 17 Myrtle Street with broken wrists and other injuries after tumbling down a flight of steps while seeking a massage. The 61 year old was described in fairly good condition. police say he entered the wrong doorway and fell inside. He resided at 1115 Myrtle Street and had been traveling from Clarrington Maine en route to Baltimore to meet his wife and daughter.
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Maynard M. Metcalf
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore
Helen
No. 17
Myrtle Street
Metcalf
Carver Sells Invention for 50 Mile Gallon Carburetor
Charles J. Carver of Chester, an auto engineer, sells his carburetor invention to W. A. Mullen and Lewis Agge for 50000 dollars plus 2 percent royalties. A 5000 dollar deposit awaits patent office clearance with a Saturday decision expected. Demonstrations claim 50 miles per gallon and potential market release upon paperwork completion.
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Charles J. Carver
Carver
W. A. Mullen
Biggs Antique Company
Lewis Agge
Washington
United States Patent Office
Messrs.Mullen
Agge
Couple Divorced in Frederick County Circuit Court
A decree grants an absolute divorce to Edgar Cline from Ida Carter Cline. Neither may remarry for six months. Custody of four children to the mother with weekly paternal visit rights. he may take them during visits but must return by 10 PM. Cline must pay $32 monthly for child support. schooling required until ages 18 for girls and 16 for the boy.
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Edgar Cline
Ida Carter Cline
Frederick County
Cline
May Begin Count In U S Next April
The House accepted April 1930 as a compromise date for a census and adopted the conference report on the census bill without a record vote. The report still must be acted upon by the Senate.
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Associated Press
Washington
House Today
Cenans
Senate
Stolen Essex Coach Found Abandoned Near Cemetery
The Essex coach of Peter Ricci stolen from the street Saturday afternoon was found near the Colored Cemetery north of Winchester. It was returned to the owner undamaged.
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Essex
Peter Ricci
Winchester
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Margaret Lawrence
Louis Bennison
Denny, Trenary and
Reardon
Treasury Department
Eastern Star Order
Council
Washington Pike
Fred. L. Glaize
Wnchester
Ramsay MacDonald
Labor
Malcolm
Ishbel
Grand Lodge
Park Association
Citizens’ Meeting
Spring
H. Russell Potts
Rev. R. B. Nelson
Louis Armel
J. L. Shine
Persell Plank
C. B. Mallory
John H. Seal, Jr
K. W. Adams
Andrew Bell
T. W. English
BH. J. Snapp
J. B. Newlin
E. C. Yost
Percy D. Miller
Hugh Clark
B. B. Dutton
F. T. McFaden
D. R. Slonaker
Hugh Hawkins
A. T. Hawthorne
C. D. Grim
W. R. Legge
Seal
Handley Hall
Garden Club
Hopkins
Portland
Harry M. Crim
Strasburg
MR. Carver
U. S
Mellon
Ferry Kimball Heath
Grand Rapids, Mich
the Treasury
Carl T. Schuneman
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