New York Mayor Invites Winchester Council for Byrd Reception
Mayor Ward and Winchester council receive official invitation from Grover Whalen to attend a June 23rd reception for Lieutenant Commander Richard E. Byrd in New York. The event includes a pier ceremony, a steamer voyage aboard the Macon, and a noon City Hall reception with informal dress.
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Ward
Grover A. Whalen
Richard E. Byrd
New York City
Winchester
James J. Walker
Pier A
the Battery
Macon
Byrd
New York
Julian F. Ward
New York Committee
Bryan Conrad
Reginald Haines
Walker
Citizens Named To Welcome Byrd In New York
The Winchester delegation led by Mayor Walker of New York will meet Commander Richard E. Byrd on arrival from the north pole expedition. The welcoming committee includes Melvin Green and James B Russell among others. Mrs Byrd and Capt Thomas Byrd plan to travel to New York with Gov. Byrd and others to greet the Chantier.
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Winchester
Walker
New York
R. E. Byrd
McAlspin Hotel
Melvin Green
W. A. Baker
H. D. Fuller
W. P. McGuire
James B.-.russell
Alexander Barrie
Damages Suit Set In Circuit Court For June 25
A jury is summoned in Frederick county Circuit Court to hear Philip Gerber of Strasburg Va suing Northern Virginia Power Company for 5000 alleging injuries from a collision with a telephone pole after a truck allegedly crowded him off the Valley pike. The company denies contact and blames Gerber's inexperience.
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Frederick County
Philip Gerber
Northern Virginia Power Company
Wv. T. Hardy
Elijah Pufinberger
W. H. Williams
J. B. Singhass
Russell Robertson
Chas. R. McCann
A. R Rinker
Miles. Dean
B. F. Solenberger
A. B. Kline
Mr. Gerber
Strasburg
The
Electric Company
Valley Pike
Gerber
Heiner Transferred At His Own Request
Commander R E Heiner medical corps officer at Norfolk Naval Hospital has been shifted to Quantico Marine base at his own request to be closer to Washington. Commander W J Selesky will relieve him at Norfolk. The Devalin court martial record remains under review by the judge advocate general as final action is awaited.
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Washington
R. E. Heiner
Naval Hospital
Norfolk
Charles M. Devalin
Marine Corps
Quantico
W. J. Selesky
Naval
Heiner
Devalin
Judge Advocate General of the Navy
Wilbur
Navy Department
Six Gulf Refining workers burned in blast at Bayonne
Six Gulf Refining Company employees were burned about the head face and arms in an explosion in Bayonne New Jersey on June 18. One man said the blast occurred when a still containing crude oil blew out.
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Associated Press
Bayonne
N. J
Gulf Refining Company
Nobile Elevated to General Command of Italian Air Force
Col Umberto Nobile who designed the Norge airship and piloted it from Europe to Alaska announced to the Associated Press before leaving Nome for Seattle that he has been made general in command of all Italian air service operations.
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Associated Press
Nome
Alaska
Umberto Nobile
North Pole
Europe
Seattle
Italian Air Service
John Dillis Catches Large Black Bass in Shenandoah River
John Dillis of the Greek Restaurant caught a 21 inch black bass in the Shenandoah River. The fish was not weighed but estimated to be just over five pounds. He also landed many small bass averaging about two pounds each.
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John Dillis
Shenandoah River
Saml J Swimley Laid To Rest In Brucetown
The funeral for Samuel J. Swimley, who died at Brucetown last Saturday, was held Tuesday at two o’clock from his home, with Rev. J. D. Russell officiating. Friends and relatives filled the home as floral tributes surrounded the casket and grave. Swimley was the first station agent at Clear Brook, appointed September 27, 1889, and he built the Swimley station on the B and O Railroad.
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Samuel J. Swimley
Brucetown
J. D. Russell
Swimley
Clearbrook
Plot Discovered Against Kemal Pasha in Smyrna
A plot against President Mustapha Kemal Pasha of Turkey was discovered in Smyrna, leading to several arrests. The report notes the authorities’ action and ongoing investigations in Constantinople.
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Kemal Pasha
Associated Press
Constantinople
Mustapha Kemal Pasha
Turkey
Smyra
Serriot Seeks New Cabinet Post in Paris
Paris June 18 Former Premier Serriot head of the red wing in the Chamber of Deputies has accepted Doumergue's request to endeavor to form a new cabinet. He aims to assemble a government from lawmakers and party leaders as France faces political changes.
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Associated Press
Paris
Serriot
Red
Chamber of Deputies
Doumergue
Two Men Killed By A Train Identified
In Wampum Pennsylvania a Pittsburgh and Lake Erie passenger train struck a truck killing two men. John S. Kline, 17, of Portersville and James H. Lutz, 28, of Ellwood City were identified as victims. A second item notes an attractive stroller for sale at 510 South Market Street.
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Associated Press
Youngstown. O
Pittsburgh and
Lake Erie
Wampum
Newcastle
John S. Kline
Portersville
James H. Lutz
Ellwood City
Public Sale Held Saturday Before Court House
A modern house is scheduled for public sale this Saturday, with the sale taking place in front of the court house. The notice provides no further details on the property or purchaser requirements.
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Court House
Whirley Seen Near Clarke County Murder Scene
Whirley remains at large after the Armel shooting near Berryville Clarke County. A resident says Whirley, armed with a rifle and two revolvers, briefly visited a host along the Shenandoah River to eat and discuss the case. Authorities caution the public as searchers sweep the area and possible sightings surface in nearby Bowman Virginia.
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Bill Whirley
Archibald E. Armel
Berryville
Clarke County
Whirley
Shenandoah River
Armel
Winchester
Rev Dr Nelson and Niece Visit in Charleston
The Rev Dr Thomas K Nelson of Virginia Theological Seminary Alexandria and his niece Miss Fenton Yellett of Belair Maryland stay with the Nelsons at Christ Episcopal Church rectory on West Boscawen Street. Dr Nelson preaches at Christ Church Sunday morning. Also noted are Miss Griffith heading to Richmond for Beverley Palmers wedding and local visits by the Grim and Largent families along with travels of Mr E L Humston and Roy Boyce.
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Nelson
Thomas K. Nelson
Virginia Theological Seminary
Alexandria
Fenton Yellett
J. S. Yellet
Belair
Robert B. Nelson
Christ Episcopal Church
West Boscawen Street
Christ Church
Funeral Directors Experience Offers Trusted Service
T Jones and Co at S Loudoun Street Winchester Virginia highlight years of experience in funeral directing. They promise careful study and perfected service when called for assistance.
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T. Jones & CO
S. Loudoun St. Winchester
Pepper-Faction Spent Big Sum in Western Counties
Senate funds committee heard that the Pepper-Fisher Republican campaign committee spent about 165 000 before the primary in 31 western Pennsylvania counties outside Pittsburgh. Eric Fisher Wood said contributions reached 141 492.57 with 75 000 borrowed and about 50 000 cash on hand. Reed noted totals could reach 216 492.57 or 175 008.28 after including unpaid claims.
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Associated Press
Washington
Anti-Saloon League
Senate Campaign Funds Committee
Pepper-Fisher Republican Campaign Committee
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Wayne B. Wheeler
Eric Fisher Wood
Pepper-Fisher Coalition
Reed
Wood
Fence removal tied to Singhass road widening case
A warrant was issued for Sam H. Loy over tearing down Payne's fence on Singhass road to widen the route. Loy plans to plead justification claiming County Road Superintendent M. L. Lockhart ordered the removal. The case stems from a long dispute over making Singhass a county road and the narrow stretch near Payne's property.
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Tavennre
Sam H. Loy
Payne
Singhass Road
Loy
M. L. Lockhart
Cedar Creek
Opequon
For Sale 5 Shares Fair Play Stock Quick Sale
Five shares of Fair Play stock for sale due to owner leaving the city. Quick sale requested. apply at Star Office.
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Star Office
Slaying of Smith College Graduate Shocks Seattle
The brutal murder of Sylvia H. Gaines a 22 year old Smith College graduate in Seattle prompted a push for a state reward to capture the killer. Ralph H. Douglas urged Governor Hartley to act noting the murder was cold blooded and demanded firm punishment. The body found by workers showed a fierce struggle with torn clothing and ground marks.
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Associated Press
Seattle
Wash
Sylvia H. Gaines
Smith College
R. H. Hartley
Miss Gaines
William Gaines
Ralph H. Douglas
Douglas
Northampton
Mass
Whittemore Case Exceptions Sent To Higher Court
Edgar Allan Poe, counsel for Richard R. Whittemore, filed a bill of exceptions in Criminal Court Judge Eugene O'Dunne's handling of the Whittemore murder case. The bill seeks review by the Maryland Court of Appeals in Annapolis, likely this month. Whittemore, convicted of first degree murder in the slaying of Maryland penitentiary guard Robert Holtman, faces execution by hanging. The bill cites juror eligibility, juror history questioning, and a juror replaced for further questioning as the basis for the exceptions.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Edgar Allan Poe
Richard R. Whittemore
Criminal Court
Eugene O’dane
Whittemore
Court of Appeals
Annapolis
Robert H. Holtman
Maryland
Herbert R. O’conor
O’dunne
Holtman
Speculators For Rise Switch To Rails and Others
Stock market prices moved higher amid higher call money rates and heavy weekend profit taking. Speculators shifted from steels motors and oils to railroads merchandising rubber and equipment issues with gains from one to nearly 19 points. Total volume remained brisk with about 450000 shares traded per hour and call money at 4 percent. Closing was irregular with total sales near 2.2 million shares.
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Associated Press
New York
New Automobile Agency To Open In City
Maurice F. Taylor of Washington plans a new automobile agency here to sell Pontiac and Oakland cars. He has leased the former White Way Garage on South Loudoun street for the venture.
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Maurice F. Taylor
Washington
Oakland
White Way
Loudoun Street
Pianos and Drapery Ad for Winchester Store Sale
York region ad lists June piano sale at Brawner's Music Store in Winchester Virginia. Includes 4 used uprights and 4 players at reduced prices plus square pianos, organs priced from 20 to 40 dollars. Also promotes drapery and lace curtain selections and a special glove sale.
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Columbia Grafonolas Andecords
Brawner's Music Store
E. Piccadilly St
Winchester
Kiwanians Fall to Rotarians In Riverside Tilt
The Kiwanis baseball nine suffered a 17 to 5 defeat at Handley stadium yesterday afternoon. Rotarians led by Sandy Baker Donald McFadden and Harry Copenhaver supported Ralph Fansler on the mound and strong batting. Hollis Beck and Markwood pitched for Kiwanians as the series stood two wins for Kiwanis in prior games, now 1-2.
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Kiwanis
Rotarians
Handley Stadium
Rotary
Sandy” Baker
Donald McFadden
Harry Copenhaver
Ralph Fansler
Kiwanians
Hollis
Beck
Markwood
Red Cross Seeks Homes for Good Boy and Girl
The Red Cross asks for homes for a nine year old boy and a six month old girl. Miss Martha Stowers, secretary, urges interested parties to contact her promptly. The boy seeks a country summer home with light duties to cover board and lodging. The girl is described as attractive, healthy, and in need of a refined Christian home.
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Martha Stowers
The
Red Cross
Miss Stowers
Mrs. Jacob Warden Funeral Set for Saturday
The funeral of Mrs. Jacob Warden who died yesterday in Clarke county Virginia will be held at 4 30 p m tomorrow Saturday at her home Claremont Berryville The Rev L F Harper of the Presbyterian Church Berryville will conduct the services Pallbearers are David H Allen A L Walters Dr L M Allen Dr J L Luke Joseph F Moore and Bowles Lippitt Interment will be in Greenhill Cemetery Berryville
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Jacob Warden
Clarke County
Claremont
L. F. Harper
Presbyterian Church
Berryville
David H. Allen
A. L. Walters
L. M. Allen
J. L. Luke
Joseph F. Moore
Bowles Lippitt
Greenhill Cemetery
Mrs Beirach Laid To Rest In Washington DC
Funeral for Frances Boxwell Beirach wife of George Beirach formerly of Winchester held at her Washington home No 636 Lexington Place. Many from Winchester attended with pallbearers Wiley Gries Currier Dulin Guy and Miller. Burial at Fort Lincoln Cemetery with committal service led by the Christian Church pastor.
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Frances Boxwell Beirach
George Beirach
Winchester
Sibley Hospital
Washington, D. C
William Allemony
Lee Boxwell
Harry Seabright
Newton Bowen
John Boxwell
Edward Grant
Number Burned In Utah Sleeper May Never Be Known
Salt Lake City Utah June 13 The number of persons burned to death when a Union Pacific tourist sleeper near Crystal Nevada was destroyed Wednesday may never be known Coroner Breezee of Las Vegas said today Investigation yesterday revealed that at least six persons perished while Conductor Atkinson said three passengers were on local tickets and were not on the train when it resumed its journey He did not know what became of them
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Associated Press
Salt Lake City
Utah
Union Pacific
Crystal Siding
Nevada
Breezee
Las Vegas
Atkinson
Yard Party July 1 at Emmanuel Church Stephen Son
Benefit for Ladies' Aid hosted by Emmanuel Church at Stephen Son on July 1. Event details include a yard party with sale items and refreshments to support church charitable work. Proceeds aid local community projects and church programs.
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Emmanuel Church
Stephenson
Ladies’ Aid
Electric washing machine installed in garage offer
Car owners may have a new electric washing machine installed with free delivery and collection. George Washington Garage asks customers to phone for service and quotes a price of eight pounds fifteen shillings and one pence for five tenpence.
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George Washington Garage
Four Agencies Probe Blairsville Wreck Fatalities
Pittsburgh dispatch reports four investigations into the Blairsville wreck. Interstate Commerce Commission and Public Service Commission officials, railroad representatives, and coroner will determine cause after a block signal error and a collision between the Cincinnati Limited and the Washington Express. Engineers W C Gordon and E A McConnell died. firemen N L Hollingsworth and others injured. The crash caused $750000 in damage to rolling stock and right of way. Miss Besie Bryan, seriously injured, avoided amputation.
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Associated Press
Pittsburg
Interstate Commerce Commission
Public Service Commission
Blairsville
G. M. Sixsmith
Besie Bryan
Owenton
Latrobe Hospital
Pittsburgh
Wi ‘ Vania
Wae
Tee
Commerce Commission
Ga Penansevania Public Service Commission
Railroad
Westmoreland
Limited
Derry
N. L. Hollingsworth
Greensburg
E. A. McConnell
Altoona
William McConnell
Handley Summer School Opens Next Monday
The Handley Schools summer session begins Monday June 21 for junior and senior high pupils and sixth grade elementary students. Registration is at 9 a.m. at the Handley Building. Tuition is ten dollars for one subject or fifteen for two for six weeks.
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Handley
Sion
H. M. Crim
John Kerr
Ruth Bean
Mary Bell Bear
Handley School
Handley Schools
Call and Settle for Unpaid City License Tags
In the rush of issuing city automobile license plates at the commissioner of revenue's office two plates were not paid for. Tags Nos. 849 and 900 require the owners to call at the commissioner’s office and complete payment.
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Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office
Electric Refrigerators For Home Use Ad
Classified ad notes 18 months financing from Northern Virginia Power for electric refrigerators for the home and provides a phone contact.
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Shenandoah County
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John J. Murray
St. Elizabeth's Church
Michael J
Richard E. Griffith
Richmond
Beverley-Palmers
Master Robert Grim
Robert Grim
Master Grim
F. L. Largent
Max and
Winifred
Slanesville
W.va
E. L .Humston
Berriville, Va
Mrs. H. P. Boyce
Roy Boyce
Mrs. Boyce
Atlantic City
Pepper
Rise
Rails
New Automobile Agency
Macedonia
Ladiex Aid Society
E. Water St
Mrs. Warden
Mrs. Beirach
Handley Summer School
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