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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1921

Page

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Winchester Legion rally urges members to come out of shells

Dan Hollenga addresses Winchester's Robert Y. Conrad Post urging every eligible ex service member to join the American Legion and pushed for immediate action against Bolshevik immigration and pardons for spies. Local leaders pledge renewed effort and a $100 relief gift to ex service families.

American Legion Washington George Harvey Eugene V. Debs Legion Dan .Hollenga Hollenga Bester L -National Exservice Robert ¥. Conrad Post Winches Frederick County Windie Handle Library Dan Hollenga Legion Dire North Caro 5 Robert Y. Cone Post Dan Erts Argonne Chateau W. A. Baker A. W. Horton Col F. W. Galbraith Cincinnati Robert T. Barton William Jennings Bryan R. Gray Williams Maj. Barton Maj Barton Bobbie Conrad Robert’ Y. Conrad Ladies’ Auxiliary Winchester Empire Theatre Baker Nnne Robert Y. Conrad

Harry Gordon Visits Winchester Home on Amherst Street

Weekend visitors describe Harry Gordon, a prominent New York flour and sugar broker, as he stays with Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Cooper on Amherst Street. Gordon began his career in Winchester as a store bay for the late Oscar Barr and rose to a leading position in mercantile and financial circles. He is married to Miss Mary Hollis of Guy, and they reside on Riverside Drive in New York.

Winchester Harry”.R. Gordon New York W. EF. Cooper Amherst Street Gordon Oscar Barr Mary Hollis E. G. Hollis Guy Riverside Drive

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Pact draft approves peace plan between Germany and Austria

Conferees from the Senate and House reached agreement on a draft peace pact aimed at ending the state of tension between Germany and Austria. The text outlines a framework for reconciliation and future cooperation pending approval.

Germany Austria Senate House

Empire Theater Announces Two Weeks of Big Movie Nights

Empire presents a two week program featuring Bert Lytell in A Message From Mars and Trailing the Coyote, Aesop's Fables Modernized, and Buster Keaton and Mack Sennett comedies. Friday benefits Camp Fire Girls. Saturday matinee at 2:30 shows Sennett and Pathe News. Paramount Week to follow with Deception, Holstery, Romantic Adventure, Always Audacious, Love's Outcast and Brewster's Millions. Prices 15 and 25 cents, children cheaper.

the Empire Keeockie Berie Raf Dorothy Dalton Wallace Reid Camp Fire Bert Lytell Mars Bill Bob Trailing the Coyote Pathe Exchange Biks Keaton Mack Mack Sen‘nbett Pathe News Paramount Deception Ima Wednesda Enid Bennett Poroo Dalton Ben Turpin Fatty Arbuckle

Public sale of motor trucks in Winchester Virginia

Public sale of motor trucks by deed of trust. Auction in front of the County Court House Winchester Virginia at 10 a m on a Saturday in 1921. One truck runs well the other needs repairs both may be inspected at Rouss Garage. Barton trustee. 6-27, 18-7-1-4-6-8.

County Court House Winchester Virginia Anyme Rouss Robert T. Barton

Sale of Furniture At Late Baker Home

Sale of furniture and carpenter tools to be held tomorrow at 8 pm at the late H. M. Bakers residence 112 South Braddock Street. Large collection of fine furniture of all kinds and a sizable chest of tools will be offered.

H. M. Baker S. Braddock St

Lawn Party Set By Woman’s Missionary Society

Woman’s Missionary Society of the M. E. Church South hosts a lawn party at Mrs. Martin Wisecarver’s 202 Amherst Street on Thursday June 30. If rain moves, event shifts to the following evening.

Woman's Missionary Society M. E. Church South Martin Wisecarver Amherst St

Frederick County Fruit Growers Survey Report Summary

Experts led by G Ralston and James Dushane surveyed Frederick County fruit growers on pest control and spraying schedules. They advise lime sulfur and arsenate sprays now to curb cloud and fruit spots, warn against relying on lime sulfur alone in heat, and note limited impact on bitter rot and the second brood of codling moth. Results align with upcoming guidance from entomologists and local advisories in The Star.

Frederick County Ralston V. P James DuGhane Pe Shane Bordeaux Sedy Frederick County Fruit Growers’ Association

Commonwealth v Keckley postponed over missing witnesses

The case of the Commonwealth against Keckley charged with crowding County Supervisor W. E. Smith off the road was postponed to Saturday due to absent material witnesses. Keckley denied knowledge of the charge and said he could produce witnesses to support his claim. Smith alleged damage to his car and a collision with a telephone pole.

the Commonwealth Keckley W. E. Smith

Car Sale Offer From Hicks

One new Ford sedan priced at 125 dollars with extra equipment. One new Ford Touring with removable rims. One used Dodge Touring in excellent shape. Hicks offers to sell or deal on any make of car.

Dodge

Elks Lodge Schedule Meeting Notice

Exalted Ruler Winchester Lodge No. 867 urges all members to attend a 7 p.m. meeting on Wednesday June 20 at the lodge home. Members are instructed to be present for the session.

Welbur B Winchester Lodge

Miss Didier Plans Richmond Visit for Board Exam Meeting

Miss Angelica P. Didier superintendent of Winchester Memorial Hospital travels to Richmond Virginia to attend a meeting of the State Board of Examiners for Registered Nurses where she will serve as a member. She will return with her duties here in a short time.

Angelica P. Didier Winchester Memorial Hospital Richmond Virginia State Board of Examiners For Registered Nurses Didier Wit

Mingo County Under Martial Law Again

Governor Morgan reaffirmed martial law in Mingo County and ordered enrollment of all men liable for military duty. He directed the sheriff to deputize 130 men as lieu tenants and cited a state of war insurrection and riot with imminent danger of further trouble.

F .F. Morgan Mingo County

First Summer Apples Leave Winchester District

The first shipment of apples this season from the Winchester district was sent by F. Amos Shryock. It consisted of Yellow Transparents, about 40 bushel baskets. Prices are expected to stay high as fruit is scarce this summer and next fall. Early apples were sold at 50 cents per peck.

Winchester F. Amos Shryock

Injunction Denied Over Dempsey Carpentier Bout

A court denied an injunction to stop the Dempsey Carpentier boxing match in the city. The A International Reform Bureau sought a restraining order via promoter Richard. Counsel planned to apply to another Vice-Chancellor after the judge left for vacation.

A International Reform Bureau Richard Dempsey- Carpentier Stevenson Bureau Reform Bureau Court of Chancery

Illness Strikes South Main Street Firm Member

Mr. Harry A. Funk of Funk and Son was taken ill suddenly last evening at his home on South Main Street. Doctors reported his condition serious during the night but easing this morning. He had not felt well for a day or two, possibly tied to hot weather, with symptoms of paralysis. He previously recovered from a heart attack about a year ago. A classified ad follows about a valuable small farm at Clearbrook offered by G. Clarence Miller.

Mr. Harry A. Funk Funk and Son South Main Street C. R.anderson Funk

Yard Party at Gray Lawn on National Avenue

Besire invites attendance at a Boy Scout yard party to be held on the lawn of Mr. Robert L. Gray on National Avenue. The event runs Thursday Friday and Saturday nights of this week.

Robert L. Gray National Avenue

Coal for threshing advertised by Slonaker & Son

An advertisement directed at farmers promotes top grade engine coal for threshing. Slonaker and Son offer this fuel product, highlighting its suitability for agricultural threshing operations.

Slonaker É& Son

Wales Receives Virginians at York House

The Prince of Wales cordial reception for the Virginia delegation led by Prof. Henry Louis Smith of Washington and Lee University at York House in London. Delegation members included Lt. Gov. BF Buotatan, Richard L. Brewer, and John W. Williams. No speeches were made and all treated the event as a casual greeting.

Associated Press London Prince of Wales York House Virginia Henry Louis Smith Washington and Lee University England Houdon George Washington Bia

Refined Sugar Prices Dip to Multi Year Low

New York refiners cut sugar prices again driving refined sugar to 5.20 dollars per hundredweight, the lowest level in years.

Associated Press New York

Darktown Scandals to Bring Large Cast to Auditorium

New York production The Darktown Scandals with about 36 performers visits the Auditorium this Thursday and Friday showing a different program each night. Prices range from 8 to 10 cents to 1 and 2.90 for balcony seats.

Es Real New York Karl Vans

Winchester firm promotes bond purchases for real estate

A fragment notes a Winchester Virginia firm named Strough & Carter offering guidance on bond purchases for real estate. It mentions money matters and implies a promotional notice about financial instruments in the local market.

Sbrough & Carter Winchester

While New York Sleeps Delights Audiences at Auditor ium

The film While New York Sleeps opened a two day run at Auditor ium drawing large crowds. Viewers called it a wonderful production and a fine picture treat and urged others to see it tonight.

New York Auditorium

Star Announces Ten Percent Sub Price Cut by Mail

The Star reduces mail subscription by ten percent effective July 1 due to lower paper costs. Advance payment price drops to 3.40 dollars per year from the prior rate. The policy provides subscriber benefit amid industry-wide price relief. 6-28-1 p-6t

Star

Great British Strike Settled After Prolonged Mine Action

The coal mine strike that had been ongoing since April is officially settled today. No further details were released on the agreement or parties involved.

Associated Press Pril Ist

Knock Out by Jack Dempsey Big Screen Scoop

The exclusive picture A Day With Jack Dempsey arrives at the auditorium tomorrow and will be the highest priced film rental in Winchester. It claims to show authentic training footage of Dempsey for his Carpentier fight, with manager Jack Kearns guaranteeing its authenticity. Admission is two bits, with the full action priced at at least $100 to view elsewhere.

Winchester Dempsey Jack Kearns Jack Dempsey Carpentier

Bonaparte dies after long illness in Baltimore

Attorney General Bonaparte dies in Baltimore after a year of ill health and a final heart attack. He was accompanied by family at Belle Vista and had recently resumed law practice after serving in the Roosevelt administration. Born June 9, 1961, he was son of Napoleon Bonaparte and May Bonaparte. survived by a widow who had been an invalid.

Baltimore Bonaparte United States Roosevelt Belle Vista Pichard Ant Roosevelt Ball Napoleon Bonaparte May Bonaparte Jerome”on Westphalia M Beautiful Viet Jary Navy torney-General

Wallis tr Reserve power for hills and heavy loads

Advertisement notes a WALLIS tractor with serve power for hills and heavy loads, claiming low cost and economical operation. Mentions Winchester Orchard and a contact phone 318 for terms and records on file, highlighting price reductions and financing options.

Wallis Winchester Orchard

Wheat Breaks on Chicago Board Prices Jump on Farmers

Chicago June 28 prices for wheat surged with some sales up as much as 9 cents per bushel. The rise reflected farmer demand and market volatility as trade reported strong selling pressure in the late session.

Chicago Associated Press

Ulster Agrees to Confer With British Leaders

Ulster premier Sir Craig today accepted Lloyd George's invitation for a pre conference between southern and northern representatives on the British treaty dispute. The move signals readiness to discuss terms ahead of formal talks.

Associated Press Belfast Sir Craig

Misses Ida Yeakley Ev Earver Grace Johnston and Winkfield Test

Misses Ida Yeakley Ev Earver Grace Johnston and Winkfield took part in a morning session at the summer school at Wilson College Chambersburg on the 26th.

Ida Yeakley Evearver Grace Johnston Winkfield Wilson College Chambersburg

Also Mentioned on This Page

Legionaire Dan~ Hollenga Ofional Harry Gordon Pareantry Messrs. Ralston and DuShane Tte Didier Clearbrook Clarence Miller MR. Farmer Wales N. Y Jack Bonaparte. Ay Ehone Major Conrad Roosevelt Astorney Ulster
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