15 Jun 1923
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1923
Page
1
Dr. Smith, a county native, spoke at a Winchester graduation ceremony closing a week of events. The program featured a music ensemble, a salutatory by Clifford Graves, and a flag day observance with a large American flag. He urged broader education and cosmopolitan understanding while praising the Handley Foundation and local support for students.
The Loyal Order of Moose announces a big celebration headlined by the United States Marine Band from Washington and four top army buglers. Secretary of Labor J W Davis and other dignitaries will speak and a grand ball will close the event. An executive committee led by L Marshall Baker will set the final date, likely a Saturday, June 23.
A compact OCR fragment lists assorted prices for a 27 by 54 item at 64 cents, 9 by 12 at 5.75 dollars, with references to other codes and a name or brand fragment Plundeke. The readable lines suggest a catalog or price sheet entry.
Winchester scouts from Troop 2 and Troop 3 join in a Sunday school room gathering at Centenary Reformed Church Friday at 7 30. Mr Spott White will speak on seam binding and sail? at the meeting calling full attendance by all members of both troops.
Local dealership announces a large stock of used cars of all makes. Ad highlights broad selection and competitive pricing to attract buyers seeking variety and value.
Water arrangements have been made for the Henry addition to Winchester. Public auction will be held June 28. For sale a new six room house in Peacon Schools with monthly payments and contact details.
The Winchester High School Alumni held their fifth annual banquet at the Rotary Club rooms on Wednesday night with over eighty five members present. Many parents attended with their children as co members. Miss Hilda B. Dean was elected president and a fifty cent initiation plus annual dues were adopted. The Glee Club performed under Miss Whitmore and a spirit stunt entertained.
A Pullman Company cashier and his body guard were robbed of 22000 in payroll by six armed men as they entered Sunnyside works in Long Island City. In Pocahontas Illinois four bandits abducted mail messenger John Green and seized two mail pouches containing 4000 dollars bound for St. Louis with a posse in pursuit.
Car offered for sale with 3400 miles reported and easy terms. Auction or dealer listed as Henson Motor Co. Contact details not provided.
Prof. H. S. Coffey, new Handley Schools superintendent, will deliver an address on opportunity at Sunday morning services before the Golden Rule Bible Club, of which he is a member. All men are invited to attend.
The Rev J Hogue Smith of the Presbyterian Church announces the following preaching schedule for Cedar, Ces and Mount fogs: Chapel on the 9th.
Miss Ruth Ellen Brown and Marl Parks were married by Rev. G. W. Stover at the Brown home in Frederick County. A reception followed as guests from Altoona and Washington offered best wishes. Parks works for Fuller Brush Co. and the couple will reside in Fauquier County.
Empire Theatre announces the Hope Diamond Mystery serial is discontinued due to quality concerns. Matinees and afternoon shows end for summer. two evening shows at 7 and 9 36, with short subjects first. Saturday offers continuous演 from 2 to 6 o'clock. Next week opens Monday and Tuesday with The Rustle of Silk.
Irish Americans Free State and Irish Republican sympathisers from Protestant and Catholic groups form the American Fraternity of the Sons of Erin. They pledge to wipe out factionalism in the United States and unite Americans of Irish blood regardless of religion or party. Charter members include judges and prominent Irish-Americans. The group aims to promote unity among Irish Americans and pursue opportunities for Ireland and Americans alike.
Frank S Emmert Son and Company announces a remodeling sale at their North Main Street store to fund extensive improvements. Special sale tags will be placed on all departments as doors open tomorrow morning, with expectations of a large opening crowd and prompt service.
Seven officers of the air force group began a cross country flight from Selfridge Field Michigan aiming to reach San Antonio Texas by sunset. The mission marked the first time a nation’s airmen attempted such a group daylight move with full combat armament from their base.
Reports from Parliament indicate Andrew Bonar Law, previously improving after resigning the premiership, has grown worse in recent days and is now seriously ill in London. The circulation of rumors among friends suggests a deterioration of his condition.
The annual Children’s Day celebration will be held at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. Members of the Sunday school and church are invited to attend the morning service in the main auditorium, with lessons at 9:46 and a procession at 10:45. The offering benefits the church’s general educational fund.
Kansas City Mo June 15 sections of Kansas again face floods with a third rise of streams in two weeks. Wichita forecasts overflow of Chisholm creek and another inundation in the northern city section after yesterday's cloudburst rain. Strong winds of 54 miles per hour swept streets, filling stores and forcing merchants to rebuild sandbag walls from earlier floods.
The St Stephens C M E Church schedules a quarterly meeting on Sunday June 17 with Presiding Elder G T Long from the Washington district leading the conference. Services occur at 11 4 am and 8 pm with Sunday school at 2 45 pm and Epworth League at 7 pm. All invited to attend.
All members are requested to meet at the hall at eight o'clock tonight. F. W. FORNEY, Captain.
A fragment notes Hafid painted china being offered at a nominal price of one dollar. The text also mentions glass pitchers and a bidder or location abbreviation “W. C. Plundeke” in unclear context.
An advertisement notes a 1921 Ford sedan advertised by Henson Motor Co. claiming extra good quality and value as a reliable choice for buyers exploring early automotive options.
Bulgarian political figure Stamboulisky was killed while in a car near the village of Slavoritza after disguising himself and fleeing government opponents. The death came amid a wave of political upheaval and coalition clashes involving government, opposition, and communists.
The director general reports a final settlement with 24 companies representing the Pennsylvania System for costs arising during federal control. The government aims to reimburse maintenance overbalances and government aids during the control period. General Davis released the statement detailing the settlement.
A committee report presented to the ship today indicates that one member of Harding's cabinet urged timber supervision while another opposed it. The Associated Press notes inconsistency within the cabinet during wartime timber policy discussions in Chicago.
A community notice invites all to a Sunday service at Red Bud on June 7 17. The event is announced as a children’s mess and school o’clock gathering with an open invitation for everyone to attend.
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