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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1924

Page

7

Train wreck at Brightside Hallon injures several people

Four coaches derailed after rails spread causing injuries to C. A. Danner of Erie. Mrs Reimer of York. A. T. Fashion. Sarah Mobley of Straton, plus cuts and bruises to H. E. Sheaffer, Rose Williams, and Gerhart the Baltimore salesman. Officials blamed spread rails. cleanup and investigation underway.

Prest Lake Brightside Hallon Rs. C. A. Danner Eri Reimr York Pa A. T. Fashion Sarah Mobley Strelton H. EB. Sheaffer Rose Williams Baltimore Gerhart

Frederick County Farmer Olin Marker Improves After Injury

Olin Marker, a noted Frederick County farmer, was injured last week when his horse stumbled and fell. He suffered severe bruises and swelling but no fractures, and has been recovering at home with improving health as reported today by Hatives.

Olin Marker Frederick County Mr. Marker Hatives

Rio Couple Wedded Here in Local Ceremony

Russell Lee Walker and Miss Emsey Oates of Rio, West Virginia, were united in marriage last Saturday at the parish, with both families in attendance and plans for a future together stated by the couple.

Russell Lee Walker Emsey Oates Rio W. Va

Grace Lutheran Couple Wed At North Market Street

The pastor Rev A A Kelly united the bridegroom, a farmer from the Rio section, and the attractive bride of Grace Lutheran Church on North Market Street. They plan to settle in the Rio area.

Grace Lutheran Church North Market Street A. A. Kelly Rio

Legislators to Attend Dance Hosted by Col Disney

The Star reports on Wednesday that members of the Legislature, their wives and sweethearts are invited to a dance hosted by Col James T. Disney, aide to Governor Trinkle, at Murphy's Hotel. The event includes dinner and a large dancing space, signaling a break from busy session matters. The Legislature plans to limit bills after Tuesday to streamline calendars and end major committee activity soon.

Richm James T. Disney Trinkle Murphy’s ‘Hotel Senate House

South End Hose Company Entertainment Committee Leaders Named

The entertainment committee of the South End Hose Company is chaired by Charles Wood and James Newlin with other members anticipated as the group plans events and fundraising.

The South End Hose Company Charles ‘Wood James Newlin

Square dance announced at company's hall on West South Street

William Godenoir announced a square dance to be held tomorrow night in the company's hall on West South Street. The event invites people to come up on the hill and enjoy themselves.

William Godenoir West South Street

Bear influence sweeps many stocks in early trading

An Associated Press report from New York on March 3 describes irregular market tones and renewed pressure in the stock market. Oil, chemical, sugar, rubber, and equipment shares fell, Virginia-Carolina issues hit new lows with weak bonds, while the Corper group rose on higher London metal prices. Calf money opened at 4 1/2 percent.

Associated Press York Eee Chemical Virginia-Carolina Ecorper Group London

Postal conditions prompt study on postal salaries

Postmaster General New urged Congress to send salary proposals to a general body or congressional commission. He noted over 50 postal bills in Congress and warned readjustment could raise annual costs by 150 million dollars while several bills seek lower postage rates. He estimated the current fiscal year postal deficit at 30 million.

Associated Press Washington Congressional Commission New Post-Office House Congress

Common Cold Signals Hidden Health Risks

Colds are frequent at this time of year and should not be neglected as they can signal the onset of other diseases. Early attention may prevent complications and protect long term health.

Hearings Begin on Soldier Bonus Bill

The House Ways and Means committee opened hearings on soldier bonus legislation. Proposals push paid up life insurance as the main payment option with cash or other options debated. The McKenzie bill offers four choices including adjusted compensation and insurance features.

Associated Press Washington House Aeaeon N ‘Andrews Anderson Greene Ways and Means Harding

Butler Issues Shoot to Kill Orders

Philadelphia March 3. Firemen armed under Public Safety Director Butler were ordered to shoot to kill to curb banditry. Butler plans to raise armed firemen to 1,000 to aid police, after touring the city and noting three districts where beat patrols were missing.

Associated Press Philadelphia Public Safety Butler

Receivers Named for Virginia Carolina Chemical Co

In a New Jersey federal suit Apollo creditors named C G Wilson president of the Virginia Carolina Chemical Co and Arthur G Vanderbilt as receivers for the firm and its subsidiary Southern Cotton Oil Co. The Steel City Chemical Co of Birmingham filed the petition seeking receivership over liabilities totaling 25 000 for the larger company and 12 000 000 for the smaller one, while the claimant cited a 46 222 dollar claim and a 4 dollar promissory note.

Associated Press Ving York C. G. Wilson Virginia-Carolina Chemthical Company Arthur G. Vanderbilt United States District Court New Jersey Conduct Ess Claha. Aga N. J Steel City S Chemical Company Birmingham Ala United States Virginia-Caroli Chemical Company Southern Cotton Oil Company Chemical Company

Independence Bill Reported by House Panel

The House insular affairs committee voted to report a bill providing for Philippine independence. The Associated Press notes the measure aims to grant independence to the Philippines following years of colonial rule.

Associated Press Washington House Insular Affairs Committee

Sale of Antiques from Dr. C J VonWitt Estate

Beginning Monday March 3 1924 I shall sell at No Ww Cork street the entire stock of antiques belonging to estate of Dr C J VonWitt. All persons who left articles with VonWitt are asked to call prove property and remove it Gordia VonWitt Executrix.

Cork Street C. J. VonWitt VonWitt Gordia VonWitt

A Missouri Version Fragment Noted in Local Scrap

A fragment from a Missouri version notes a woman’s age being tied to perception and social regard. The text hints at community judgment shaping self perception and status within a social space.

Revenue measures 압 and last week of assembly

Richmond March 3 The revenue bills passed by the Senate aim to cover a 1 800 000 deficit with new taxes on railroads insurers and corporations. May 2 the assembly nears adjournment with White and equalization bills among priorities as taxes and fee measures shape the endgame.

Richmond Senate Wake Snivce Aettor Associated Press General Assembly House Paice UN Textae

Ajaccio Chosen Corsica Capital to Honor Napoleon Birthplace

The article notes Ajaccio was designated Corsica’s capital to honor Napoleon’s birthplace as his mother urged the homage. It cites local reverence for the Bonaparte legacy and the decision reflecting historical memory.

Napoleon Ajaccio Corsica

Supreme Court Sustains Pre-Prohibition Possession Laws

Washington report states state laws prohibiting possession of intoxicating liquors acquired before national prohibition were sustained by the Supreme Court. The decision upholds legal standards on prior possession across states.

The Associated Press Washington Supreme Court

Two Furnished Bedrooms for Rent in Town and Country

Two furnished bedrooms available with all modern conveniences. Located within easy walking distance of downtown and Handley High School. Apply at 113 West Monmouth St. Dont forget to feed the birds in Town and Country.

Down-Town Handley High School West Monmouth St

New False Bottom Reported for Krep V Tables

A fragment notes a new false bottom device for kitchen tables used to avoid damage in cooking. It mentions materials like sils and PE and hints at US and UV applications. Further details are unclear in the text.

Unclear fragmentary text about a doctor and deals

Fragmentary input mentions a doctor and relations to deals but provides no reliable event or identifiable entities for a proper news summary. Lacks date, place, or concrete actions to report.

Not by a Jug Full

A fragment notes that people with beautiful dispositions cannot always be trusted to complete tasks. The line suggests skepticism about reliability and hints at misalignment between appearance and action.

Seldom faith in voting for a thing versus punishing

A man rarely has as much faith in his vote when choosing a policy as when voting to punish a person. The remark contrasts endorsement with retribution in electoral decisions.

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Col. Disney South End ADAMS North Braddock Street Philippines Missouri Assembly Byrds F. S. Emmert, Son & Company Ken Endian Moling & Seal Millwood Crossing Front Royal Road C. I. Brumback Shawnee Fuel Co F. A. Shryock C. I Brumback
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