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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1915
Page
2
Readable fragments note a column about primary day activities and costs, with mention of five dollar amounts and scheduling details. The item hints at a local election context and preparation steps for voters and officials.
A list of candidates announces Democratic primaries for Gainesboro District Supervisor and Northern District Commissioner of Revenue in Frederick County. Names include William E. Smith Charles H. Harper Avalond Orndoff C. C. Brannon Luther R. Baker, pledging faithful service and best efforts if elected.
Terbert H. Shull announces his bid for commissioner of Revenue for the Southern District of Frederick County in the Democratic primary. He pledges to faithfully perform the duties of the office if elected and to submit to party action in the primary.
Commonwealth Attorney candidate T Russell Cather announces his bid for the Democratic nomination for Frederick County Attorney in the upcoming August 3 1915 primary. He pledges thorough efficient administration if elected.
John M. Steck and Boyd R. Richards announce candidacies for the House of Delegates subject to the Democratic primary. Both seek renomination in the upcoming party contest.
A fragmentary notice lists candidates for County Treasurer and Sheriff in Frederick County. Luther Pannet and F. D. Good announce campaigns ahea of Democratic primaries in August 1915, seeking voter support and stating intentions for office.
J T McIlwee declares his candidacy in the Democratic primary for Back Creek District county office. He vows to fulfill duties to the best of his ability and to prioritize the interests of Frederick County residents.
A candidate declares for the State Senate tenth district covering Winchester and Shenandoah Frederick and Rickard counties. He vows faithful administration and impartial representation if elected.
Kruttschnitt of Southern Pacific argues that railroad financing rests with public servants and legislators, not promoters. He warns earnings and debt must be balanced, rates fixed by authorities, and new capital needed for Western expansion. Investment depends on allowing sufficient earnings to cover rising capital costs.
West Virginia Supreme Court held that railways must charge passenger services at cost and cannot subsidize passenger traffic with freight surplus. Norfolk and Western argued state rates did not cover cost or provide return on capital. The decision upholds fair dealing and requires rates reflect true costs for each service.
Agri culture and Commerce delegates will invite master minds to a public forum to deliver a message to civilization. The text praises achievers like Edison Vail MacCormick and Fulton as servant leaders who advance industry and society, arguing progress comes through sacrifice and service rather than noise.
North Wilkesboro NC June 21 Four children born to Mr and Mrs John Doss are living. The couple married six years have nine children. Their first born were triplets, second twins, and third quadruplets. They moved from North Wilkesboro to near Jonesville Spurrey County, living on a farm. The triplets are all dressed alike.
By virtue of an execution in favor of J. B. Colt & Co. against Samuel B. Shearer I will offer a valuable diamond ring for public sale in front of the Court House Winchester Virginia on July 3 1915 at 10 o'clock a m The ring will be shown for inspection on the day of sale Luther Pannett Sheriff
By authority of a trust deed dated May 20 1913 Grace E Keith and John P Keith will sell at public auction in front of Winchester County Court House Virginia Saturday July 17 1915 at noon. The property on the west side of Stewart Street fronts 57 feet 6 inches and runs 150 feet to an alley. improved by a large brick dwelling with modern plumbing electric lights and heating. Terms: one third cash sale day, balance by two purchaser bonds due one and two years after date with 6 percent interest, secured by trust on the property and fire insurance. Debt secured $5600 with interest from May 6 1915. R Gray Williams Trustee. 612 4w
James M. Thompson publisher and Marshall Ballard managing editor of the New Orleans Item sue Rufus G Pleasant attorney general of Louisiana for 10000 dollars alleging libel. The action refers to a Monday May 24 publication stating that one Item editor is under indictment and the other is a reputed dope fiend.
Sheriff Daniel Spiker of Shenandoah County investigated a claim that a Syrian peddler was murdered and robbed west of New Market and buried in an unknown location. No arrests. A seven year old girl reportedly saw men burying a body and offered to show the grave, but has not yet done so.
Extract from a 1915 decree in the Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia. The case is referred to Master Commissioner A J Tavenner to report real estate owned by H H Parsons, its fee simple and rental value, and lien debts with priorities. Commissioner’s certificate notes a report date and location in Winchester.
A fragmented early 20th century advertisement urges readers to send five cents to Foley & Co in Chicago for a trial package of cough and cold remedies. The slip requests name and address and promises Honey and Tar Compound, Foley Kidney Pills, and other tablets in return.
Special commissioner will sell by public auction on June 23 1915 at 11 oclock in front of Winchester Court House Frederick County Virginia. The property is about a half acre with a dwelling on the Martinsburg Turnpike to Hopewell Church road. Cash price day of sale. Bond filed with clerk confirms sale authority.
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