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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1920
Page
1
Railway leaders accept arbitration on unsettled points and begin immediate study of future railway rules. Companies will not be paid for time lost during the strike, but penalties for not resuming work after summons will be canceled. Directors will revive other penalties in the spirit of justice.
Damage estimates exceed five million dollars to fruits and vegetables in southern Florida after a severe cold snap. Vegetable fields north of Miami were nearly wiped out with about seventy five percent loss reported in the south. A record March low of 34 degrees was logged.
In New York on March 2 traders grew wary after the market failed to gain on the United States steel decision. Short interests pressed high priced speculative shares and textiles while NASDAQ rails edged higher and food issues strengthened. Foreign exchange stayed firm with London's rate key, call money opened at 10 percent, Liberty bonds moved higher though Victory notes hit fresh lows.
An advertisement stresses that WALLIS tractors, though pricier, are built with top materials for long reliable service, promising lower overall costs than cheaper models. It directs readers to page seven and notes Winchester Orchard-Supply Co. at Market St with Bell phone 313.
Sheriff Pannetton halted a cocking main at Jordan White Sulphur Springs just as it was about to start and warned spectators of arrest. He left the crowd dispersed but the cocks were later tossed and the fight proceeded. Possible action for defying the warning remains unclear.
The Associated Press reports six dollar oil nearly in reach as Pennsylvania crude climbs 15 cents to 5.90 per barrel and Cabell grade gains 25 cents to 3.57, amid market optimism in Pittsburgh.
Sixty three passengers from the steamship Bohemian were taken off by tugs after striking Sambroe ledges off Halifax harbor in a storm. The vessel bound for Liverpool was stranded. the crew remained aboard as rescue operations continued.
Captain John J. Chipley a well known lawyer of Moorefield West Virginia died at age 84 He was born near Winchester and after moving to Moorefield he opened a law office He helped establish the water and light systems He is survived by his second wife and two sons J D Chipley and J Ed Chipley
Moorhead C. Kennedy, vice president of the Pennsylvania Railroad, has been elected a director of the West Jersey and Seashore Railroad, a grand division of the Pennsylvania system operating in New Jersey.
Mr D Goodriuer of Gerrards Town predicts a splendid crop this year noting a good winter for all fruit with emphasis on apples and peaches. His cautious estimate suggests favorable conditions and strong yields ahead.
A Bergiter late-mene- Taeture process from Belgium is now being adopted in Britain. A factory at Willesden is expanding to accommodate the method, and Belgian experts will train British workers in this secret technique.
County Court House in Winchester hosts the March 6 meeting of the Fauit Growers Association. Roy E Marshall and Metz from Virginia Experimental Station speak on pruning and tree care, followed by a round table session and Q A. The group notes a recent bulletin urging scale control and offers the spraying schedule via the Chamber of Commerce.
Berlin report notes a Bremen engineer used an idle locomotive to ride to a nearby point to buy yeast for his wife and visit his aunt, then returned the engine to the Bremen roundhouse, illustrating lax Prussian railways management.
Scotland's new local option law will take effect in June. Prohibitionists expect a vigorous nationwide campaign to urge districts to vote dry at the next election and hope Scotland's action may prompt England and Wales to adopt similar measures.
In Birmingham on February 14 Lady Astor addressed a women's campaign for state purchase and control of the liquor trade. She called the plan practical but said no English government could win an election with prohibition as its main platform plank.
The Lake Erie an American steamer sunk eight months ago near Penarth Road after departing Cardiff has been refloated. She was towed to Queenstown for repairs.
The Leyland liner Bohemian bound from Boston to Liverpool ran aground in a snowstorm while trying to reach Halifax harbor. The crew abandoned ship as it broke up. seven are believed dead and several others injured. Sixty four passengers were rescued.
The wedding of Miss Sarah Clark daughter of Mr and Mrs Clark of this city to Mr Edward Warner son of Mrs Minute S Warner of Winchester took place Saturday evening at the United Brethren Church parsonage on North Avenue. The ceremony was performed by Rev George W Stover. The couple will reside in the city.
A Soviet official statement dated Sunday, reported by wire, says General Denine’s army has been trapped in the RRR Saabs in a Russifan Soviet area. The message was received today via wireless.
A meeting in Philadelphia on March 2 explored forming a permanent tribunal for wage dispute adjustments. Officials and representatives of Pennsylvania road shops and company personnel discussed a board combining employees and company reps to hear wage appeal cases.
Pittsburgh March 2 Pennsylvania crude oil moved past six dollars a barrel as the Oil Purchasing Agency announced a 15 cent advance to 6.40. All other grades remained unchanged. It is the second price rise in two days and the fifth since the war began.
Harry St. George Tucker of Lexington will announce his candidacy for governor of Virginia upon arrival in Richmond from Washington early this week. He previously ran for governor about ten years ago and was narrowly defeated by William Hodges Mann. His platform will be released on arrival.
An advertisement from Beverley Arent in Winchester Virginia touts Lec tires as punctive-proof, claiming longer tire life, higher speed, and less vibration with the Lee Company accepting full responsibility for the statement. The ad urges readers to buy a set to prove the claim.
Purim observances will take place Wednesday evening and the following day in synagogues and Jewish social circles. The festival centers on the reading of the Book of Esther and is marked by mirth and reflection within the community.
City Manager Thomas J. Trier, confined to home, visited his city hall office yesterday as health improves though remains weak. Four other officials including City Treasurer William T. Barr Commissioner of Revenue J. L. Map his and Janitor J. W. Hillyard have recovered enough to be around again.
Newport News, Va March 2 The super deadnaught Maryland will be launched here on March 20. It will be the largest ship yet constructed for a navy measuring 600 feet long 97 feet broad and displacing 32000 tons Its main battery will be eight inch rifles and the Maryland is the first of a class of four such ships to be followed by six 45000 ton ships carrying 16 inch guns with higher speed.
A marriage license was issued in the corporation clerk's office of Winchester to John Clifford, a colored soldier in the United States Army, and Bertha Turner of the city. Bertha is a daughter of Samuel Turner. The groom resides in Front Royal, Virginia.
In Charleston West Virginia the state senate rejected ratification of the national suffrage amendment with a 14 to 14 vote. Senator Harvey W Harmer who sponsored the resolution changed his vote to no to seek a reconsideration.
Viola Vaught aged one year and seven months died of diphtheria at her parents home in Hagers Town Maryland. The body will be transported to Cumberland Valley Railway for burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery with funeral services to follow conducted by Rev. Georer W. Stover. Mrs. Vaught is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles W. Hardy of this city. The memorial day service and gathering will be held at the home of Mrs. Charles Supinger, 25 Bradock Street, on Thursday March 4 at 2 pm.
Lieutenant Ey Byrd remains in aviation service. The Star announces the birth of a son to Commander and Mrs Byrd in Boston. A six room frame house with porch front and back, electric lights, water, well located, is for sale by Carg Br Ritter 221 National Ave. 141 p-30 FOR SALE Titan tractor in excellent condition for Massey Bros. Also rental notices and local ads indicate Furn Front Room available at 424 N Braddock St.
Mrs Anne Peters Norris wife of Capt BF Norris of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad died at her Brunswick Maryland home after a long illness due to rheumatism and complications. She was formerly Miss Peters Frederick Maryland and is survived by husband son William Norris of Brunswick and daughter Mrs R A Compton of Cumberland. Funeral will be tomorrow with interment in Frederick. William A McCoy of this city attended the funeral.
Annapolis March 2 Governor Ritchie signed several bills including a municipal electric lighting plant loan for Hagerstown and a water loan for Cumberland. He also approved a merit system measure.
Governor Edwards signed a New Jersey bill allowing manufacture and sale of liquor containing 3 1 2 percent alcohol by volume after peace with Germany is proclaimed. The action followed legislative consideration yesterday.
Robert Barr was fined 23.25 for two charges after an incident at the Shenandoah Valley National Bank entrance. He struck former tenant Lewis Lamp on the head during a dispute over tenant accounts. Lamp suffered a deep cut to the right ear.
President Wilson plans to set up the wage tribunal under the railroad bill to decide wage demands of about 2,000,000 railroad workers. He asked railroads and unions to nominate representatives, with the president selecting nine members and the public group securing one seat. The board’s decisions require a majority including a public member and are not mandatory but likely to be accepted.
Hotel Evans announces a special rate offering 21 meals for 10.5 dollars with tickets limited to diners. The note mentions a la carte service and dining arrangements as part of the plan.
Representatives of Lawtons union said they would hold wage dispute actions in abeyance to give the new railroad law a fair trial. They avoided a union vote and indicated no general strike at this time. One official stated workers are Americans who want to cooperate with the Vice President as far as possible.
Washington March 2 The Associated Press reports a full investigation of charges of immorality and indecent practices connected with the activities of a naval intelligence ice squad at the Newport training station was ordered today by the naval committee.
Washington March 2 Senate Agriculture Committee recommends ending seed distribution program. House action awaited as lawmakers respond to constituent pressures. Bross among those cited as supporting repeal.
Charleston March 2 The Anthony suffrage amendment was made a special order of business in the House of Delegates at 4 o clock to allow the Senate to reconsider yesterday s vote on the endorsement resolution which was defeated by one vote.
Washington March 2 The House Ways and Means Committee clashed over soldiers relief legislation defending hearings after charges that measures were sent to burial. Franklin D Oter national commander of the American Legion and Thomas W Miller outlined requests for land settlements farm aid home purchases vocational training and compensation adjustments based on service length.
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