Consolidation of schools deemed impractical in mountain county
Mr. Kline argues one and two room schools waste recitations and slow children, totaling 44 lost daily. He doubts full county consolidation due to mountain roads and sparse populations, noting two room schools may suffice in many areas. Transportation and modern facilities are key for equal access and efficiency.
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Kline
Yare
Schol
Middletown High School
Boyce
Berryville
Royce
Mountain View
Waxton
Frederick County
Public Auction of Winchester Residence in 1921 Chancery Case
In the Chancery of James P. Reardon administrator of J R Doran deceased a public sale will be held March 26 1921 at noon at the County Court House Winchester Virginia. The brick eight room dwelling No 517 West Washington fronting 60 feet on Washington and 195 feet deep with alley ten feet wide includes a stable and possible garage. Possession April first. Terms one third cash with balance in two equal annual bonds secured by trust. Sale in pursuance of a decree related to Annie Haskell et al and trustee James P. Reardon.
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James P., Reardon
Admr
Annie Haskell
Corporation Court
Winchester
Virginia
Washington
City of
Washingon Street
Handley School
Balange
James P. Reardon
M. Lynch
Petrograd in Flames and Soviet Crisis Deepens
Reports from Helsingfors and Kronstadt indicate Petrograd facing fires and a military move as Soviet troops are sent from Moscow to restore order. Kronstadt seamen and workers form a revolutionary committee while the provisional government seeks a constituent assembly and free trade.
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Associated Press
News
Cent
Helsingtor
Petrograd
Cedential
Moscow
Paris
Hythonia
Krasnaya
Gorko
Foreign Office
Hhelsingpors
Kronstadt
Petrosgrad
Russian Union Agency
Provisional Government
Winchester Gun Club trap shooters post strong scores
Nine members of the Winchester Gun Club shot Saturday in fine weather with several high scores. F E Buckley led with 100 91 while George B Chapman 100 90 and C By Stickley 100 86 also posted solid totals. The club plans another shoot on Saturday afternoon March 12 inviting all interested shooters. Beverley Jr Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Gun Club
George B. Chapman
C. By Stickley
J. B. Beverley, ‘Jr
Arthur Seabright
F. ‘W. Pingley
Ed. Grim
Cc. St. Oates
Cc. F. Grim
Bebeverley, JR
Secty
Resolutions Invite Bids for City Hall Auditorium Lease
The Common Council of Winchester adopts an ordinance to lease the City Hall auditorium and calls for sealed bids by eight oclock March 8, 1921, in writing with a $200 certified check. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Passed January 17, 1921.
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City Hall
City of
Common Council
Winchester
Ordinance Fixing Leased Terms for City Hall Auditorium
Winchester Virginia Common Council passes an ordinance leasing City Hall Auditorium second floor for one year from April 1 1921 with option for a second year and third year for notice by January 1 1922 and January 1 1923. Lessee pays four quarterly rents, responsible for repairs heating and lighting, moving picture insurance, and janitor service under City Hall Committee supervision with city reserved use two days per month plus Sundays and bond of $1000 to secure performance. subletting requires written consent.
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Winchester
Virginia
City Hall Auditori
City Hall Committee
City Hall
Reuss Avenue
Southeeastern Fire Underwriters’ Association
Common Council
The Star Promotes Dividend-Paying Investment Ad
An advertisement in The Star highlights a dividend paying investment option. It touts steady income, potential growth, and ease of access for investors seeking regular returns. The copy emphasizes reliability and current market appeal.
Cutter Stock Co Returns For One Night At Empire Theater
Manager L Marshall Baker has arranged a one night return engagement for Cutter Stock Co Monday March 7 presenting Sidney Toles comedy romance Playthings. The group last appeared in Nixon's Academy at Hagerstown and due to Fritz Lieber in Staunton agreed to a five day stop. Doors open 7 pm with concert at 8 pm seats unreserved. Vaudeville to follow between acts of Playthings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutter Stock Co
Signey Toles
Empire Theater
Nixon
Hagerstown
Fritz Lieber
Staunton
Stonewall teachers hold second district meeting in Miller building
The Stonewall district teachers met February 26 under supervisor Miss Russell in the Miller building. Elizabeth Kern discussed pictures, Julia Roe led nature study talks, Josephine Hodges described butterflies, and Elizabeth Wright described needlework processes. A jungle scene was shown, Victrola classroom use demonstrated, and health topics featured.
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Miller Building
Stonewall
Misser Russell
Elizabeth Kern
Perry and Brown
Miss Russell
Julia Roe
John Handley
Audubon Society
Josephine Hodges
Josephine
Miss Roe
Zirkle
Dennison
Elizabeth Wright
Welltown School
Miss Whitmore
Handley Schools
Whitmore
Rice
Schuster
Mary K. Strickler
Red Cross
Kline
Ernest Grant
Washington
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Washington Street
J.B. Beverley
Red
Scott
Reo Lds
City of Winchester
Thos J. Trier
Empire
Helen Holmes
Fritz Leiber
Irby Marshall
New York City
Bell Phone
Hamlet
Harrison Nurseries
Berlin
Maryland
Carman
C. Ve
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