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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1921
Page
1
Colonel Brown of Hinde Caverns near New Market and local landowners clash over Lee Highway alignment via Winchester and the Valley. A letter from May 1921 reveals disagreement within the routing committee, with two colleagues urging a different path and Brown resisting the proposed route.
At the White House in Washington on June 28 readers report missing silver pieces used at official teas. Engraved with The President's House, the utensils are described as elegant and their loss stirs stories about the Harding administration’s social events and security.
Rent offer describes an eight room bungalow two miles from Winchester with hot air, good water, near school and church. Down payment 81 and monthly payments like rent. Contact George B. Chapman, Ford Agency, apply to Garage, Potip-24.
Mr and Mrs Daniel W Lupton held a surprise tenth anniversary gathering at their North Washington street home. About 75 to 80 guests from Winchester and Frederick County attended to extend greetings. The couple were celebrated with a rapid sequence of well wishers and a informal reception with refreshments. Mr Lupton, son of the late Hugh S Lupton, works in local insurance. Mrs Lupton, former Victoria Noel of Washington, once taught at Fort Loudoun Seminary. her father Mr Noel and sister Miss Capatola Noel joined from Washington.
Mr Clarence Grim was injured when a scaffold collapsed about ten feet above ground at the Virginia Woolen Company’s addition near the National Cemetery while assisting in home work for his son. He was taken to Memorial Hospital with a fractured ankle according to attending doctors.
The Rev. John D. La Mothe was consecrated Protestant Episcopal Missionary Bishop of Honolulu at the Church of the Ascension Baltimore. Bishop Daniel B. Tuttel of Missouri officiated, assisted by Bishop Beverley D. Tucker of Southern Virginia and Bishop John Jarener Murray of Maryland.
A yard party hosted by the Boy Scouts offers home made cakes pies candy ice cream and soft drinks. The event runs Thursday Friday and Saturday night at Gray's lawn on National Avenue from 7 30 p m to 11 30 p m admission details not provided.
At mission conference references are made to Miss Josephine oon ee of Mr and Mrs BE F A and to Miss Arthur as a representative of Christ Protestant Episcopal Church. The report notes workers traveling to North Carolina for mission efforts.
A readable fragment notes an event involving Sochal and a court matter, with the date Thursday June 30 and a placeholder reference to a chairperson or committee. The text is sparse but indicates a scheduled appearance or filing related to a society or association.
Directors of the Shenandoah Valley National Bank announce a 6 percent dividend. The dividend checks will be mailed to all stockholders on June 30, 1921, signed by William G. Hardy, Cashier.
Bishop O Connell grants permission for extensive upgrades at the parish house on South Main Street Richmond diocese Reverend Rankin says an addition will be built in front of the rectory with kitchen and dining rooms moved to the surface. A passageway will connect the rectory and church and a modern heating plant will be installed. Efforts to improve drainage around the lot at Main and Cecil streets are discussed amid prior water pooling concerns.
The American Legion team travels to Martinsburg West Virginia for an afternoon game against a local club. The Athletics Club of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will meet the Legion here on Friday at 2 30 PM. Winchester beat Fingerstown 7 to 6, flipping last year’s standings.
Winchester voters hear the nomination of Moaiz Cather a county fruit grower and lawyer for the House of Delegates. The county convention endorsed him and the city convention deferred city officer nominations until late July or early August. Delegates and alternates to the state convention include Fred Robinson H B McCormac E V Weems Jr J H Yost and Mrs Virginia Stiles with Miss Mary Robinson Mrs Justa Quick F Lic Harris W R Talbot and T B Patton as alternates.
Three vehicles offered including one new Ford sedan priced at 125 dollars with extra equipment. A new Ford Touring with detachable rims and a used Dodge Touring in excellent condition are also listed with negotiable terms.
A warm weather comedy from First National features Anita Stewart and screens at The Empire tonight. The theater promises cool comfort on hot nights and invites patrons to enjoy popcorn, touted as the best in the region.
Rebuilt parts advertised by Chapman’s Auto Sales with terms stated as easy 2 fee. The short ad appears under a thin classified listing with minimal details and unclear punctuation.
A neighborhood notice urges attending a Boy Scout yard party on the lawn of Mr. Robert L. Gray on National avenue. The event runs Thursday through Saturday nights this week. A. C. Slonaker & Son promotes top engine coal for threshing.
The Wallis tractor is advertised as a large power reserve ideal for steep hills and heavy loads, offering longer life and lower upkeep. It claims drawbar pull exceeding its own weight and superior cost efficiency per acre, with a price reduction and sales contact at Chestber Orchard Supply Co. in Market Street.
Lady Randolph Churchill former Miss Jennie Jerome of New York died at her home after a recent foot operation. She fell at a country house near London, had her foot amputated, and grew weaker. She was Winston Churchill's mother and a noted artist writer politician and hostess.
Steady market pressure sent the morning index lower as bears attacked sections of the list. Steel and equipment shares rose on indications railways would boost demand for supplies while sugar and Liberty 3% bonds moved higher and call money climbed from 56 to 6 percent.
Summer apples are being bought at Sam's warehouse grain elevator near the C. WY. Depot in Winchester Virginia. Contact phone 476 for prices and purchase details.
The Winchester Chamber of Commerce states it can place twenty five laborers three truck drivers one male clerk and one sales manager Preference given to ex service men in employment postings.
Winchester firm Hansbrough and Carter promotes high yield bonds with claimed 714 percent return. Investment highlights include safe property options and insurance loan services offered in Virginia.
J. S. Miller & Bro presents hardware hose and garden supplies. Winchester Aerie F O E No 824 announces an important meeting Thursday night with a smoker after. Local notices include hardware items and upcoming events.
The People's Bank of Stephens City announces new certificates of deposit issued for $100 and more with six months or longer terms starting July. Russell A. Shryock, Cashier, records the notice.
Regular meeting announced for Friday July 1 at 8 o clock in the Old Union. Agenda includes business of importance followed by a magic show effect and related entertainments.
Anita Stewart, a popular star, headlines The Fighting Shepherdess at The Empire tonight. First National Pictures presents a high class program with a First National comedy and exclusive rights to show these big features. Showings at 7 and 8 45 with the second show after Wednesday services.
Services marked the fiftieth anniversary of Rev. Hugh John McKeefrey pastor of St. Patrick's Church Richmond attended by many clergy and friends. Bishop O'Connell praised him as a churchman and Virginian citizen. A dinner for 200 followed a musical program and gifts including a bag of gold and an Irish lace alb were presented by relatives and Monte Maria Convent sisters. The jubilee honors were held during a week of activity with family and local church figures in attendance.
Dr George G. Snarr a Harrisonburg physician married Miss Reba Lizette Beard last evening at the Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev Dr B F Wilson with the couple’s families present.
Plans underway for a two day Brunswick celebration July 4 and 5 featuring a civic and fraternal parade, park addresses by visiting speakers, and evening dancing with fireworks. The notice mentions contacts at Strickler House Front Royal and lists individuals including Mr and Mrs Frank Staley and Mrs George Ross with associations noted. George Ross Jr of Frederick Maryland was seen passing through on a motor trip to Staunton Virginia en route home.
Equity hosts a Friday gathering at 320 PM with the American Legion I Br and C Athletic Club. The notice lists 29 1p 21 as identifiers for the event and participants.
The Star reports a notice about a ten percent price reduction for mail subscriptions effective July 1 due to lower paper costs. The Star by mail prepaid is now $4.60, reflecting the new policy benefiting subscribers.
A chancery decree in Winchester names Joseph B. Newlin as administrator of Sarah J. Langley and sets a hearing to determine decedent’s assets and claims. The case involves Ruth V. Graber and others, with the State Highway Commission referenced, and proceedings to identify heirs and the estate’s distribution. The Langley matter centers on valuing property and debts and clarifying rightful claims.
Mr. Geo McCartney of North Kent Street fell ill this afternoon after a stroke that left him unconscious. Relatives report his condition fluctuating. he has battled illness over the past year and recently returned to work at F. son's store on North Main Street.
Anticipation runs high as Dempsey trains for Carpentier and appears in a film at the auditorium tonight. The event promises heavy crowd. patrons can enjoy a billed program with wintry breezes and comfortable seating as the picture presentation runs at 7:30.
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