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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1931

Page

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Nurses report heavy February illness surge in community

District Nurse Association notes 657 visits in February including prenatal postnatal infants and tuberculosis cases. Influenza spreads, orthopedic clinic draws 31 patients with braces funded by Kiwanis Rotary. a teen aide to family receives Kiwanis scholarship support. chest clinic postponed to April 20 under Dr Scott.

District Nurse Association Court House H. D. Fuller Josephine F. Arthur Evelyn C. Dean Narrativ Voshell University of Virginia Hospital Bureau of Industrial Rehabilitation Allen F. Voshell Robert Wainwright Board of Public Welfare Clarke Warren Rappahannock Kiwanis Rotary Clubs Kiwanis Club State Board of Education Cr. W. Scott

Mr Fishpaw Not a Candidate for Legislature

John M Fishpaw writes to the Clarke Courier denying any plan to run for the House of Delegates. He states he is not a candidate now or expected to be, asking the paper to publish the correction for public clarity.

Fishpaw Clarke Clarke Courier John M. Fishpaw Joseph S. Denny House of Delegates the Courier Courier The John M, Fishpaw

Bread Advertisement Promises Finest Flours From Grains

An ad for b. and c. bread touts the choice flours and superior grains used in their loaves. The copy emphasizes quality rather than price, highlighting premium ingredients and a refined bakery image.

Harper Method Shop announces convention booking day

Local Harper Method Shop opens Monday for appointment bookings only to attend the Harper Method Convention. SePMRESA OSMITisn (3-6-12t-lp) appears in the notice.

Harper Method Sepmresa Osmitisn

Firemen Plan Virginia Convention at George Washington Hotel

Virginia State Firemen's Association officials met at the George Washington Hotel to finalize plans for the August 12 13 convention in Winchester. They approved a $500 expense for local firemen and limited advertisement solicitations to Winchester business interests.

Virginia State Firemen’s Association George Washington Hotel

Notice to Replace Unsigned Bank Check for Firemen’s Convention

A reader requests a new unsigned Farmers and Merchants National Bank and Trust Company check be issued or notification given so the contributor can receive proper credit in the Program of Events. Signed by H. R. Potts.

Farmers and Merchants National Bank and Trust Company H. R. Potts

Office Girl Wanted in Afternoon Work

Help wanted for afternoon position. Applicant should have some knowledge of typing. Apply at T Care Star and see M. C. Frank's advertisement on draft horses for sale inside.

M. C. Frank

Sale of draft horses Saturday at Syard at 1 p.m.

A local sale of draft horses is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. at Syard. Buyers and bidders may inspect the lot beforehand and participate in the auction.

Syard

Tempest Over Chairman Raskob Liquor Plan Divides Democrats

Across Washington and state capitals, Democratic leaders clash over National Chairman Raskob's push for state liquor control. Senators Glass and Sheppard warn against making prohibition a party issue while governors express mixed views and call for restraint.

Raskob Associated Press Washington Democratic National Committee Glass Virginia Sheppard Texas Caraway Arkansas Walsh Massachusetts

Bridges of B and C in Harpers Ferry Damaged by Fire

Fire at the Baltimore and Ohio bridge under construction over the Potomac at Harpers Ferry destroyed most cross ties and possibly damaged the metalwork. The old bridge nearby also ignited as a motor fire truck overturned in Halltown injuring more than a dozen firefighters. Clarence Turks, 40, was among the most seriously hurt. Empire Construction Company of Baltimore held the contract.

Harpers Ferry Charles Town Associated Press Frederick Baltimore and Ohio Potomac River W. Va Halltown Clarence Turks Empire Construction Company Baltimore

Mrs Dutton Heads Queen Committee for Shenandoah Festival

Mrs B B Dutton accepts chairmanship of the queen and her court department for the eighth Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival to be held in Winchester this spring. The director-general Nelson F Richards announced the appointment and said sub committees will handle coronation plans costuming and program details.

B. B. Dutton Shenandoah Winchester Nelson F. Richards Dutton shige is _paegeien Richards

Winchester Choral Club organises for benefit concert

The Winchester Choral Club held its first meeting at Mrs. Harry K. Russell’s home with 35 members. The group plans rehearsals for an early spring concert to benefit Winchester Memorial Hospital. Officers include Chairman Mrs. Frank Buckley and Director Mrs. Peter Yates Brinton. The next meeting is set for March 12 at Mrs. Russell’s home.

Winchester Choral Club Harry K. Russell South Stewart Street Peter Yates Brimiton Winchester Memorial Hospital Frank Buckley R. Ray Sartelle Richard E. Griffith Marguerite Daugherty Peter Yates Brinton Louise Glass Russell

Examinations In Federal Service Announced for Clerical Posts

The Civil Service Commission announces examinations for senior and junior stenographers and typists open to men and women. Applications must be filed in Washington by March 30. Salary ranges from 1260 to 1980 dollars annually. Apply at the Winchester post office for information and blanks.

Civil Service Commission Washington Winchester Post Office

Digging a Wel Pipe Found by Winchester Junk Co

Winchester Junk Co advertises a well digging pipe supply with phone contact 213-1 and a weekly Friday sale note. The fragment references web sales and schedule hints but lacks full context.

Winchester Junk CO

Senator Morrow Comments on Raskob Proposal

Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd sharply opposes the Raskob plan. Byrd, a national committeeman, argues against adopting the platform as presented by the Raskob faction.

Dwight W. Morrow Byrd Harry F. Byrd Virginia Stongly Saxnational Committee

Kiwanis Education Theme Highlighted By Handley Schools Leader

Garland R. Quarles urged public school cooperation with federal state and local authorities to curb crime through education. He spoke at the Kiwanis Club luncheon on Kiwanis Education and outlined programs to instill honesty and integrity in youth. Delegates Stultz Snarr were elected to Kiwanis International convention in Miami May 3 7. Dr Robert M. Glass presided at the luncheon in the George Washington Hotel.

United States Garland R. Quarles Handley Schools Kiwanis Club Quarles Kiwanis Kiwanis Cn Alea Alain Anbe D. E. Stultz Igh George G. Snarr Vention of Kiwanis International Miami Fla Andrew Bell Lawrence C. Hollis Robert M. Glass George Washington Hotel

Trench mouth outbreak reported in Winchester

Winchester health officials warn of trench mouth a mouth infection causing soreness ulcers and bleeding gums. Dr L M Allen advises sterilizing drinking glasses and cautions the public while tracing the source. He notes soda fountains use sanitary paper cups and recalls a past outbreak controlled by paper drinkware.

Winchester City Health Board L M. Allen Allen

Contributions To Free Soup Kitchen

Daily donations to the Salvation Army free soup and lunch kitchen include Mrs. John Miller, $1, a friend $1, Jones' Meat Market items, D. C Dinges meat, a friend 15 cans of fruit, Gina clothing, and Mr Ashman.

Salvation Army John 8. Miller Jones’ Meat Market D. C

Stranger Dies After Radio Visit in Local Boarder Home

A man identified as William H. Smith Sr of Phoenixville Pa died at 1 30 pm in the bathroom of H W Swartz 106 East Cork Street Heart disease was the cause per Dr B B Dutton Coroner ruled death natural no inquest Smith 62 a stranger in the city had rented a room and board with the Swartzes He had deposits totaling about ten thousand dollars in a National Bank of Malvern book and several thousand more in building association receipts His Phoenixville home is listed as 313 Hall Street Chief Hollis was asked to notify relatives The body was given to Jones Undertaking for burial

Washington Raskob Democratic National Committee L. G. Hardman Georgia Gov. Roosevelt New York Pinchot Pennsylvania C. Douglas Buck Delaware Albert C. Ritchie Maryland Richmond Pollard National Committee Joseph B. Ely Massachusetts Ely Charles W Bryan Nebraska William Jennings Bryan Wickersham Committee James Hamilton Lewis Ilinois Senate William H. Smith, Sr Phoenixville H. W. Swartz East Cork Street B. B. Dutton National Bank of Malvern Malvern Building Association Bank Building Association Hall Street Hollis Smith Swartz Jones Undertaking Establishment

Miss Hawthorne Buried in Lewisburg Pennsylvania

The remains of Miss Mary Frederick Hawthorne died at Winchester Memorial Hospital were taken to Lewisburg Pennsylvania where she was laid to rest beside her sister the late Mrs Annie K Marsh. She was daughter of John B and Ellen Kiger Hawthorne and leaves brother Charles Hawthorne of Berryville plus many nieces and nephews.

Mary Frederick Hawthorne Winchester Memorial Hospital Lewisburg Annie K. Marsh John B Ellen Kiger Hawthorne Charles Hawthorne Berryville Clarke Courier Minnie Stone’s Chapel The Presbyterian Church Anc

Fight promoter Lamphe arrested on liquor charges in Baltimore

Miami March 6 Sam Lamphe manager of a preliminary fighter at the Carnera Maloney boxing card was arrested by a deputy US marshal after the bout on a Baltimore issued federal liquor warrant. Lamphe faces 22 counts accusing violation of the national prohibition act and posted bonds of 5000 dollars awaiting arraignment.

Associated Press Miami Fla Sam Lamphe United States Baltimore Lamphe

Mrs Boyd Foils Bold Jail Break Bid Near Midnight

Mrs. Tom Boyd heard unusual noises from a south cell and alerted Sheriff Pannett. Two inmates tried to remove brick from a wall leading to escape, using a dislodged iron lever from a cell flush tank. They were recaptured and charged with attempted jail breaking, facing six months to two years.

Tom Boyd Pannett Luther Pannett Cecil Street Cecil Anid Eenear Hoc

Local Farmers Chapters Report March Meeting Activities

Stephens City Chapter of the Future Farmers of America held its regular meeting in the agricultural building with 22 of 24 members present. The group organized a track team with George Wright captain and Isidore Manag er as manager and approved purchasing a shot and discus. The Middletown Chapter planned a benefit play to fund track development and seed purchases. the two chapters together have bought over 15 000 onion and cabbage plants for the season.

Stephens City The Future Farmers of George Wright George Ee Isidore Middletown F. FP. A Stephens City Chain

Nevada bill cuts required residence period

A bill to reduce Nevada's required residence from 90 days to six weeks won approval from an assembly committee. The measure, debated yesterday amid discussion of divorce gambling and prohibition. Also noted Miss Frances Pence, once ill with grippe on Parkway, showing some improvement and expected to be outdoors.

Associated Press Carson City Nevada Assembly Frances Pence Parkway Althe Oy

Winchester Rotary hears 1931 budget details from City Councilman

W Nelson Page presented the 1931 city budget at the Rotary Club, with Fred L Glaize introducing him. The figures covered assessed property value around 1 25 million, revenue sources including water and sewer, licenses, fines, and total expenditures estimated at 290 000. The talk praised Page for his service and drew Rotarians and guests.

Winchester

Miss MacDonald To Deliver Address At School Meet

Miss Rose MacDonald Clarke County rural supervisor of schools and Domestic Relations Court judge has accepted a Louisville Kentucky address at the fourth annual southern section convention of the American Education Association March 11 to 14. She will discuss Preparation Needs of the Class room Teacher to Meet Rural Situations, reflecting her Clarke county experience.

Berryville Ven Rose MacDonald Clarke County State Board of Education American Education Association Louisville MacDonald Miss MacDonald State Teachers’ College Fredericksburg Educat

Rouss Fire Co Plans Regular Meeting Friday Night

Rouss Fire Company schedules its regular meeting for Friday night March 6 at 8 o'clock. All members are requested to be present. Whe. Lee Lark Captain.

R. B. Brown Whe. Lee Lark

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cripple Clinic B. & C. Bread E. R. Branch George Washington Winchester Firemen Chamber of Commerce C. E. Woodward Lexington Fred W. Forney E. K. Landis Pulaski J. C. Clarity Charlottesville Eugene Bare E. Curtis Smith FE. H. Dabney Staunton E. H. House Orange Sarah Zane Fire CO Senator Glass Morrow Dare Treae New Jersey Mrs. Dutton Queen Choral Society Supt Kiwanis Meeting Dr. Allen Stranger Wm. H. Smith, Sr Phoenixville, Pa Bank and Building Association Miss Hawthorne Mrs. Boyd Freedom Rotary Shawnee Rouss Fire CO
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