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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1938

Page

2

Long Illness Fatal to Mrs. Elizabeth Fiddler of Bruce Town

Mrs. Elizabeth Fiddler widow of George W. Fiddler of Bruce town died after a protracted illness at 11 30 this morning. She was 85 and survived by three children Frank E. Fiddler Charlies W Piddler and Mrs Lula Moulden. She leaves 25 grandchildren and 54 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at two at the home of Frank Fiddler and then at Bruce town M E Church with Rev L H Smallwood officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Elizabeth Fiddler George W. Fiddler Brucetown Frank E. Fiddler Ridgeway 'W. Va Ridgeway Charlies W. Piddler Rest Lula Moulden Wadesville Frank Fiddler M. E L. H. Smallwood W. Va

Two Plead Guilty In Higher Court

Two individuals appeared before Judge Philip Williams and pled guilty. Frank Campbell faced a bad check violation and received a 12 month suspended sentence with quarterly court reports for one year. David Colvin pleaded guilty to breaking and entering the Sanitary Laundry and theft valued at $25 and was sentenced to 18 months in the penitentiary.

Philip Williams Frank Campbell David Colvin

Obstruction Charged in Spy Story Publishing Battle

Federal judge orders New York Post to show cause why it should not be restrained from publishing a syndicated spy series by Leon Turrou as 18 indictments for espionage are laid out. Turrou resigns after agreeing to write the stories. the grand jury reconvenes Monday and trial is set for August 1.

United States John W. Burke Grand Jury Leon G. Turrou Murray Hulbert New York Post Show Cause Today Lamar Hardy Post Turrou Long Federal Bureau of Investigation Kansas City Union Station J. David Stern the Post Hardy Federal Grand Jury Naval Intelligence Service Germany England

Explosion at Hamilton filling station injures man

An explosion at a Hamilton filling station in the east end injured Rudolph Fox 30 and burned him on the back chest and legs. The station and a barn belonging to Curtis C Fox were destroyed. Damage is estimated at 5000 dollars. The truck involved also exploded sending flames 500 feet high. Russell Potts was burned on a hand but escaped injury to his car. The driver of the truck was not hurt.

Hamilton Curtis C. Fox Rudolph Fox Elmer Fox Loudoun County Leesburg

Tragic murder shocks Cambridge family as baby spared

In Cambridge Maryland a 13 month old boy named James Brown plays with a baseball unaware of a murder nearby. His mother, a 19 year old woman expecting another child, was found murdered beside the Nanticoke River near Salisbury Maryland. The father Fred Brown, 45, was arrested.

James Brown Cambridge Nanticoke River Salisbury Fred Brown Central Press

Abandoned Packard Found on Berryville Turnpike

Winchester police and state officers found an abandoned Packard sedan on the Berryville turnpike. West Virginia license 155 065 was on the car, with another set inside for a 1936 Plymouth coupe registered to Melvin Staubaugh of Kingwood. Mil ton Hardesty of Kingwood held the Parkard license. Authorities seek information and have the car held pending reply from Kingwood.

Berryville Turnpike Winchester Francis Funk R. A. Prillaman West Virginia Cohen Martinsburg W. Va Melvin Staubaugh Kingwood Milton Hardesty Price Street

Will of W. T. Hottel Recorded for Executors

The will of the late W. T. Hottel is recorded with Jessie P. and Hilda S. Hottel named executrices. Bond set at 200 dollars with John I. Sloat as surety. Appraisers listed: L. D. Grubbs, Warren Keller, 8. M. Chiles, A. F. Crisman, H. R. Edwards. Three may serve. Property to Jessie P. Hottel and Hilda S. Hottel after deductions.

W. T. Hottel C. C. Brannon Jessie P Hilda S. Hottel John I. Sloat L. D. Grubbs Warren Keller 8. M. Chiles A. F. Crisman H. R. Edwards

Ringling Circus Stalls in Scranton Strike

The Ringling Brothers-Barnum and Bailey Circus is stalled in Scranton Pennsylvania as a strike halts performances and crowds disappear from the tent city. Performers and roustabouts pause work as workers walk picket lines.

Scranton Ringling Brothers-Barnum and Bailey Circus

Moore receives honorary degree amid campus protests

Gov A Harry Moore of New Jersey, ally of Mayor Frank Hague of Jersey City, is awarded an honorary doctor of laws at Princeton University commencement despite protests by faculty and students. Secretary of State Cordell Hull is pictured beside him.

A. Harry Moore New Jersey Frank Hague Jersey City Princeton University Princeton

Countess’ House Party and Citizenship Visit Report

Reports describe a Countess facing watchmen on leaving grounds after a party and attending Bow Street court about British citizenship. She renounced American citizenship last December and took her husband’s nationality. Danish consul comments note paternal education liability. custody often favors mothers amid disputes. Baron Horder was summoned at Regent's Park suggesting possible illness of either the Countess or Lance. In Paris, Count Court Haugwitz-Reventlow remains away as tensions with heiress-wife Barbara Hutton surface over their two year old son Lance.

Bow Street Court Baron Horder Regent's Park Lance Lord Horder Paris Count Court Haugwitz-Reventlow Barbara Hutton Franklyn Hutton Hutton

Minnie M Jackson Will Leaves Funds to First United Brethren

The will of Mrs Minnie M Jackson admitted to record directs 100 per year for ten years to the First United Brethren Church toward its indebtedness. The remainder goes to Llewellyn Jackson as a lifelong one third share, then to Lloyd Dilwin Jackson and Mary Virginia Jackson, with specific farm trust provisions in Jefferson and Clarke counties. Llewellyn named executor without security. bond set at 20000. Appraisers Martin S Glaize Harold Edwards W A Bailey Fred Thwaite and D A Fries named.

Minnie M. Jackson Clark M. Smith Corporation Court First United Brethren Church Llewellyn Jackson Lloyd Dilwin Jackson Mary Virginia Jackson Jefferson County W. Vas Clarke County L. Jackson Martin S Glaize Harold Edwards W. A. Bailey Fred Thwaite D. A. Fries

Service Held For Mr. Dey

Funeral services were held for William A. Dey in Winchester, after two years of ill health. Rev. Millard J. Miller led the rites at the Greenwall Addition residence, with the Twenty third Psalm read and a prayer offered. Interment followed at Mount Hebron Cemetery. pallbearers were former National Fruit Product Company colleagues Clarence Hartley Irvin Cather Russell Herrell Albert Larrick Robert Bowers and L Martels. Survived by widow Ethie De Hart daughter Donna Dey and nephew John Weems.

William A. Dey Winchester Greenwall Millard J. Miller United Brethren Church Mount Hebron National Fruit Product Company Clarence Hartley Irvin Cather Russell Herrell Albert Larrick Robert Bowers L. Martels Clyde DeHart Wilmington Del Barclay Grove Chambersburg Isabelle Grove Dey

Junior Farmers Club Meeting at John Larrick's Home

The Frederick County Junior Farmers Club held its regular meeting at John Larrick's home. A judging contest was won by George Wright and a weight guessing contest by Clarence Cather. After supper prepared by Mrs. Wright, the group adjourned until next month in Middletown.

Frederick County

Draws Fine Thomas Johnson in Driving Without Permit Charge

Thomas Johnson was fined 5.25 for operating an automobile without a permit by Trial Justice A. J. Tavenner.

Thomas Johnson A. J. Tavenner

27th Meeting Of Religious Body In Gainesboro

The Gainesboro District Council of Religious Education held its 27th annual convention at Gainesboro Consolidated School with the theme The Church In Cooperation. Leaders included George Whitacre as superintendent and Mrs Julian Larrick as secretary, with Rev C H Anderson presiding morning devotions and addressing topics on cooperation and youth outreach.

Gainesboro Minor William Obaugh Winchester Philpott Gain,boro Collis S. J. Goode C. H. Anderson

Open Grange Meeting Set for Saturday at White Hall

White Hall Grange members tentatively schedule an open meeting this Saturday at their hall with several state officers expected. Refreshments will be served and the event is open to all Grange groups in the area and the public. A Yard Party was set for Thursday night July 21 with further details to follow.

White Hall Grange

Leaders Of 4-H Clubs Hold Meet In Winchester Park

Frederick County 4-H Club leaders met at Winchester Park for a training session led by Miss Iva Byrd Johnson of Blacksburg Virginia and Miss Madeline Blair of Frederick County. Morning demonstrations covered clothing topics and afternoon activities focused on recreation for club meetings with several area residents in attendance.

Frederick County Winchester Park Iva Byrd Johnson Blacksburg Madeline Blair Miss Johnson Miss Blair Lyda Cooper Gore Alma Orndorff Mary Austin Margaret Smith Bryarly Evelyn Bailey Ruth Himelright Rachel Smith Carpers Valley Virginia Hancher Jean Watson Linda Dailey White Hall Frances Adams Jean Johnson Mary Whitacre Margaret Smallwood Louise Sager Frances Rubel Gainesboro Lillian Eaton Betty Lee Barton Richard Stine Helen Williams Charlotte Rudolph Star Tannery

Will of Howard Turner Admitted to Record in Frederick Court

The will of Howard Turner is admitted to record in Frederick Circuit Court. It bequeaths cash gifts to Robert H. Shiley and Robert E. Turner. The residue goes to wife Dorothy A. Turner who qualified as executing, bond fixed at 8000 dollars without security.

Howard Turner C. C. Brannon Frederick Circuit Court Robert H. Shiley Robert E. Turner Dorothy A. Turner

McFarland Given Six Months For DUI Auto Crash

Douglas McFarland, driver of the fatal January 29 crash that killed three, was convicted of driving while intoxicated and sentenced to six months in jail. A $109.25 fine and costs were imposed by Trial Justice A J Tavenner. He had previously been freed by a Frederick County jury on involuntary manslaughter charges.

Douglas McParland A. J. Tavenner McFarland Frederick County

Plaza Restaurant Beer License Hearing Notice

Public notice that Robt L Mason applies before the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board on July 2 1938 for a license to retail beer and ale above 3.2 percent at The Plaza Restaurant located 1 1/2 miles southeast of Winchester Virginia on State Route 3. Beverages may be consumed on and off the premises.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Plaza Winchester Robt. L. Mason F. D

Thanking Friends for Kindness During Illness and Death

A note from Llewellyn Jackson and children thanks friends for many kindnesses shown during the illness and death of a beloved wife and mother.

Llewellyn Jackson

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Fiddler Kenilworth Fiatures Butte Pal Wimobor Harry K. Thaw Stephenson Thaw Federal Reserve Board Comptroller Interstate Commerce Commission U. S. Board of Tax Appeals Court of Appeals Federal Power Commission New Am Aeronautics Authority The Civil Aeronautic Authority Sam Ic Insurance People’s Cruise CO Indian Alley Palace Hotel Hottel Cordell Hull Jackson Brethren First U. B. Church Mr. Dey M. J. Miller A. B Junior Farmers Club Firestone Auto Supply and Service Store N. Main St Rosenberger’s John W. Rosenberger and Co., Inc S. Braddock St Sandy Cleveland District Council of Religious Education Misses Iva Johnson Douglas McFarland Mattie Lineburg A. B. Urg E. Cork St Coca-Cola Bottling Works, Inc Winchester, VA E. Harbaugh MGR
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