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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1923

Page

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Pay-As-You-Go Plan Endorsed by Governor Trinkle

State officials back Governor Trinkle’s pay as you go plan.endorsement emphasizes balanced budgeting and budget discipline with emphasis on future fiscal responsibility.

On Chief Executive General Assembly Proposals Reading

A headline reads about discussion in the Chief Executive General Assembly with three proposed readings. The fragment references proposals and formal procedure for approval in a parliamentary body. Specific names or dates are not readable in the OCR.

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Virginia Governor Opposes Bond Issue For State Highway Funding

Governor Lee Trinkle in a special session message argues against broad bond financing for highway work and urges lawmakers to defer general law changes. He outlines three proposed aims for the session and notes ongoing upgrades to road maintenance, bridge and culvert improvements, and factored costs due to updated specifications.

General Assembly Richmond General Assembly of Virginia Lee Trinkle State Highway Department Lansie Gottetr

Dropped Dead at Brucetown Farmer Robert Yeakley

Robert Yeakley a well known farmer died at Brucetown today. He collapsed at the home of his brother in law Howard Summel from heart failure. He was 55 and left a widow and one daughter. He was a brother of Hunter Weakley of Winchester. Funeral arrangements not yet made.

Robert Yeakley Howard Summel Brucetown Yeakley Hunter Weakley Winchester

Six Sailors Die in Boiler Room Explosion

Six enlisted men on the United States destroyer Hulburt of the Asiatic fleet were burned to death in a boiler room explosion caused by a flare back of oil. No others were injured.

Manila P. L United States Hulburt

Woolen Goods Bandits Steal Truck Near Neshaminy Falls

Four Philadelphia men were arrested after bandits stopped a New York to Philadelphia truck at Neshaminy Falls, knocked out the driver and two helpers, and fled with woolen goods worth $10,000. the truck was later found empty.

Iaini

Richmond Bank Sees Continued Improvement in Fifth District

The Richmond bank released its monthly district report noting continued gradual gains in business conditions. Labor is fully employed with wages ceasing to decline and edging upward, aided by favorable weather and unusually strong outdoor work for this season.

Richmond Fifth Federal Reserve District Richmond Bank

Reno Divorce Colony Sparks Gasp Over Agents

Reno's divorce colony reeled as two new arrivals, prominent among locals, turned out to be liquor enforcement agents. They posed as a film director and a steel-trust representative to gain access to a select circle by promising fictitious divorces to fictitious wives, backed by fake photos and letters.

Reno Steel Trust

Operation Proves Fatal for Mr. George A Cook

Sir George A Cook farmer of Frederick county died at five this morning after an operation in Baltimore led by Dr Howard A Kelly. He had been in failing health for years, improving briefly post op before declining. The body returns to Winchester for a Sunday funeral at Mount Hebron Cemetery. he was a long time justice of the peace and noted local figure. He was native of Cornwall and survived by brothers and sisters including Harry Cook and Mrs Je Elliott.

George A. Cook Howard A. Kelly Baltimore Cook Star Winchester Pennsylvania Mount Hebron Cornwall England Thomas Cook Frederick County Bree Harry. Cook Areeions Jee Elliott Charles Town W. Va Charles Cook Virginia Laura Hahn Marion Ohio Samuel Cook Stephens City W. J. Cook

Hindenburg Vows Duty and Fight for Germany

Field Marshal Von Hindenburg reportedly told the Hanover Agricultural League that Germans must do their duty and fight if needed, even to the last flag and sword, preferring honor to disgrace.

Berlin von Hindenburg The Tages Zeitung Hanover Agricultural League

Friendship Fire Co Regular Meeting Notice

Regular meeting announced for Thursday evening March 1 at 8 o clock. All members urged to attend as business of interest to all will be discussed. Fred W. Forney is captain and G R Haines is secretary.

Friendship Fire Co Charley Rouss Fire Company W. E.hunteberry

Clover Seed Fresh Indiana Michigan Red and Sapling Clover

Winchester Seed Co. announces arrival of high grade clover seed from Indiana and Michigan. Offers prices and samples upon request. Local seed provider promotes selection for pasture and forage needs.

Indiana Michigan Winchester Seed Coo

Two modern homes for sale on Winchester real estate notice

Opportunity includes two modern homes at the right price with good terms and prompt possession. Listed by Winchester Realty Co at 22 Rouss Ave, Winchester Virginia. Also a Davis Court area auction for 518 Highland Ave on Saturday March 3. Lost skates on South Braddock Street with reward at Star Office.

Winchester Realty Co Rouss Ave Winchester Bay Front Court House Highland Ave South Braddock Street Star Office

Eight-Pound Baby Born to Mr and Mrs Robert Anderson

Mr and Mrs Robert Anderson welcome an eight pound baby boy at their home on the Northwest ern grade Tuesday. Mr Anderson is employed at Lupton orchard owned by Robinson-brothers and Mrs Anderson is former Miss Ethel Adams daughter of Justice and Mrs T Carson Adams of Gainesboro.

Robert Anderson Anderson Lupton Robinson — Brothers Ethel Adams Justice T. Carson Adams Gainesboro

Killed as He Crossed the Tracks Near Boyce

J. M. Davidson a traveling salesman for Parke-Davis and Company was struck by a southbound freight train near Boyce while driving to Berryville. He died instantly. The crossing was hazardous and witnesses said the driver did not hear the warning whistle. Coroner Stinson's jury found fault was not conclusively assigned. Davidson, 33, a Greensboro native, had been assigned to the Valley territory and was well known in Winchester and Berryville.

J. M. Davidson Norfolk and Western Railroad Boyce Mr. Davidson Winchester Parke-Davis Drug Company Imore Jed Berryville Mrvidson Roger Strode Davidson Dr. Randolph Stinson J. W. Suddith Iks Pr. Gardiner Gardiner's Parke-Davis and Company Elks’ Lodge Greensboro N. C Jack John Lt. Enders Valley Wanchester C. A. Davis People’s Drug Company

Robbed as He Slept on Train

Louis Fichahller of New York reported to police that $68,000 was stolen from under his pillow while sleeping on a Seaboard Air Line through train between midnight and 7 am, on the New York to south run. He offered little aid to investigators.

Associated Press Washington Louis Fichahller New York Fishandler Seaboard Air Line

Lost blue accordion plaited skirt at 28 Speed area

A blue accordion plaited skirt went missing between Winchester and Gore on route 28 Speed 31. A reward is offered at Star Office. Authorities urge vigilance near Cook's sale in Millwood pike dated March 7.

Cook’s Millwood Pike Winchester Gore Star

Byrd Heads Committee on Highway in Virginia Legislature

Senator Byrd of Winchester is selected as chairman of the Senate committee on roads amid anti bond momentum. Gov Trinkle promotes pay as you go highway finance. bonds face strong opposition in both chambers. Senate and House actions include bill spills and road measures, with Keen and McCotter proposing road fee restrictions and state aid matching. N B Early Jr elected Senate steering chair after Mapp resigns.

Star Richmond Marth Byrd Winchester Senate Committee On General Assembly Ferguson Appomattox Virginia Senate Godlrick Fredericks , Pure Trinkle House of Frelegates Cestins House H. L Keen Loudoun County Boards of Supervisors Keen State Highway Commission McCotter Prince George County N. B. Early, Jr Albemarle County E. Walter Mapp Accomac

Farmers Union Plans Spring Orders At City Meeting

The Farmers Union of ees City schedules a Friday night gathering March 2 at the High School to book orders for fertilizer coal and other farm supplies. Members should list needs and turn them in. new members welcome.

Farmers’ Union Focal Ees City

Rouss Fire Co Sales Notice at Berryville Auction

A sale by W. W. McDonald lists a fine team of young males at Berryville on March 8 in the afternoon. The notice references the Rouss Fire Company event and the auction location.

W. W. McDonald’s Sale Berryville

Citizens in Berryville gun battle with fleeing robbers

Citizens exchange fire with fleeing bandits after a post office robbery in Berryville. The bandits' attempt to blow a safe combination is thwarted by local residents and authorities.

Berryville

Higher Court Affirms Damages Verdict in Chapman Case

The Court of Appeals in Richmond upholds the jury verdict for Amos Chapman's estate in the death case against Norfolk and Western Railway. The 1919 Berryville crossing accident killed Chapman driving a truck with ties. The judgment is certified to Clarke County Circuit Court for enforcement. Attorneys were Robert M. Ward and Blackburn Smith.

Court of Appeals Richmond Norfolk and Western Railway Amos Chapman Circuit Court Clarke “County Berryville Berryvillée Crossing Elmer Erickson Chapman He Little United States Railroad Washington Robert M. Ward Winchester Blackburn Smith

House Passes Farmers Bill and Banking Plan

Washington March 1 The farm credits bill proposing two new banking systems to meet the finance needs of agriculture passed the House and now goes to conference.

Washington House

Laborers Strike In Cleveland Over Wage Demands

More than 2,000 workers on major Cleveland construction projects walked off the job as wage negotiations for 1923 failed. Union officials demand 74 cents more per hour, seeking 44 and 1/4 cents an hour versus contractors offer.

Poyepossy Cleveland Marth

Bankers Banquet Speaker From City Honored

Mr. R. Gray Williams banker and attorney will speak at a banquet in Baltimore to celebrate the eleventh anniversary of the First National Bank of See town. Williams is a resident of Shenandoah Valley and descendant of the late Philip Willames, founder of the bank.

R. Gray Williams

Card of Thanks from Jannie Lamp Family

The Lamp family thanks neighbors and friends for courtesies shown during illness and death of husband and father. Signed by Mrs. Jannie Lamp and Children.

Jannie Lamp

Civic League Plans Monthly Meeting at Handley Library

The Civic League will hold its regular monthly meeting at 4 PM Friday in the Handley Library. The notice is dated March 2 and references the time and location for members to attend.

Civic League Handley Library

Burglary at Post Office Sparks Citywide Shootout

Miss Gertrude Lesser, operator on Main Street, sounded the alarm when burglars blew the post office door. Citizens fired on the fleeing pair, a first fusillade echoed through Church Street, and a safe was pried with a glycerine charge. Police report several arrests as suspects are questioned.

Ber Clarke Gertrude Lesser Chedapere and Mac Company Ber Church Street Los George H. Levi Feltner

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Gov Thie Genere Assembly Highway Commission MR. Cook Baltimore Hospital Hindenburg Fred. W. Forney G. R. Haines Secty Fine Baby Boy News Rouss Fire Co Supreme Tribunal Civic League Meeting Gertrude Lesser Fusilade
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