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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1925
Page
5
In Tokyo on March 7 the peace preservative act or anti Bolshevik law faced the House amid heavy police guards around Parliament. The act targets communist propaganda and is described by officials as a direct result of the Japanese Russian accord.
Handley High School closed its 1924-25 season with an 88 to 24 victory over Waynesboro. Winkfield led Handley with 19 points, eight from field goals and three from the 17-foot line, while Hockman Sargent and Hillyard anchored a stifling defense. Sefton, Baker, Sale, and Doug also contributed as Handley dominated both ends, with Waynesboro limited to three under-basket goals.
The Sarah Zane Fire Company voted to co operate with Winchester Apple Blossom Festival organizers for the spring show. Robert L. Gray was named representative, and a committee including J N Moling, Lee Barr, J T Brown, and Lee Fisher was formed to discuss a city wide fire alarm zoning plan with other units. An invitation to a Waynesboro bazar for the Tri State League baseball club benefiting was accepted. Seven new members were elected and seven applications remained to be acted upon.
Margaret Cadwallader travels to Washington to serve as bridesmaid at Miss Virginia McIlwee and Harley Cummins wedding in Georgetown Lutheran church. Other notes mention Lucy Dean visiting, Katherine Cadwallader returning home, James Samsell ill with grippe, a Lutheran Missionary Society service, and a civic league chicken supper planned for March 14 to fund school grounds improvement.
Dr. F. W. Boland departed today for Wardensville to spend several days before proceeding to Harpers Ferry where he has been called in consultation.
The Associated Press reports a sharp weekly drop in the wheat market from 2.02 to 1.80 per bushel for May delivery. Unofficial US farm stock estimates, dry Western weather, rising world imports, and expectations of reduced US consumption fueled the fall, while liquidation sales and heavy speculative selling pressured prices further.
Mrs. Lorenzo Price returns to her Chambersburg home after spending the night with her parents Mr. and Mrs. P. N. Bowers on Fairmont Avenue.
Miss Kathleen Ward spent the day shopping in Martinsburg. Mr. John Rice returned today to his home in Pittsburgh after spending a day with his cousin, Mr. L. E. Rice.
Mr J M Clark and Mr C R Swantz of the Goodwill Fire Company Harrisburg Pa spent the day here to organize a guast league among Winchester firemen and expect to return in May.
Miss Clara Fryé, who has been visiting relatives for a week in Strasburg, was here today returning to her home in Martinsburg.
Mr. Lester Mitchell traveled to Bridgewater to visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Mitchell. He has been employed for some time in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Mr C B Spangler of Straesbure was a visitor in town today.
Mrs J N Capron of Mount Vernon arrived today and will stay the weekend with her son Cadet P B Capron a student at the Shenandoah Valley Academy.
Mrs A J Whetzel of Wadesville spent today in town visiting with friends and checking on a few errands.
Miss Beulah Slane and Mr B F Slane returned today to Cold Stream West Virginia after spending a week in Washington.
Mrs Join Grubbs of Wadegville was seen shopping in town today.
Miss Buzzella Heary arrived yesterday and will be the weekend guest of her father Mr J H Henry. She is accompanied by Miss Winifred Gregory of Plains West Virginia and Miss Danny Wade of Danville Virginia who will be her guests during the stay.
Miss Lucy Dean of Stephens City departed a few days ago to visit her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Frank M Sterling in Washington. She will also spend time with friends in Baltimore.
Mr. Leonard Walker of Middletown departed Thursday for Nashville where he will undertake a special course of instruction in automobile mechanics.
Brief item notes Miss Mary Conrad Kern leaving a hay field position for Norfolk, Virginia. She accepted a responsible appointment and begins new duties with a noted date and location.
Mr and Mrs J M Orndoff have moved into one of the attractive new Glaize apartments on Welty Cori street.
Mrs Lé is Pollard and her son Billy traveled this morning to visit her father-in-law, Mr W T Pollard, in Fredericksburg Virginia.
Miss Anna Pingley and her mother Mrs W A Pingley, who has been ill, leave Forest Glen Maryland to return today to the National Park Seminary after a visit here.
Mrs Jack Smith left this morning on a brief trip to visit relatives in Washington.
Mrs. Harry H. Cookus departed this morning for Romney West Virginia to spend the weekend with her aunts Misses Fannie and Lizzie Hiett.
Berryville Va March 7 Mr and Mrs Robert McDonald of Dunrobin Loudoun announce the engagement of their daughter Anne to Rev George Peyton Craighill rector of St James Episcopal Leesburg. Craighill’s first wife died four years ago at Goshen Pass. His mother was the daughter of Cal Maurice enne horn, an uncle of Lady Astor of England.
The Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society reports signed contracts for big free acts at the 1925 Winchester fair. Wirth and Hamid and Frank Melville bring premier East acts including California Frank’s rider--rifle and rope act with a riderless car-jumping horse. Lenore sisters, trained athletic dancing, and more are booked. Dates set September 1 to 4 with prior and subsequent circuits in Maryland and Virginia. The plan includes horse racing, drills by Third U.S. Cavalry at Port Myer and public support sought from Winchester and surrounding counties.
Mr and Mrs W H Patteson of Berryville Virginia spent last evening with friends in town in a quiet social gathering and cordial exchange of greetings.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Heimbach and their daughter of Allentown Pennsylvania spent a day at the George Washington Hotel while en route to visit another daughter at Mary Baldwin College in Staunton Virginia They expect to stay a few days upon returning Mr Heimbach is manager of Hotel Allen in Allentown.
Miss Gregory and Miss Swain are weekend guests of Mrs Buzeila Henry at her residence. The visit highlights social hospitality and local gatherings during the weekend.
Mrs W Pisher Jett Washington will meet her daughter Mrs Norg T Fling for a period of time as arrangements are discussed.
The Women's Missionary Association of the United Brethren Church will hold a gathering in Broadway Virginia from April 22 to 24. Members and attendees are invited to participate in sessions and related events.
One of the bridge clubs gathered today at the home of Mrp. H. D. Fuller on South Washington Street.
Mrs Albert Magruder and her son William will depart tomorrow for Richmond to visit Mr Magruder. Mrs Magruder formerly bore the name Chlorinda Bromley.
Harrisonburg High School hosts Handley High School in a girls basketball game at the local gym tonight with both teams aiming for a conference win.
Mr F G Matthews of Hagerstown is lodging as a guest at the Jack Hotel during a short stay.
Mies Ruth Guyer departed for Washington today to be hosted by Mrs. Charles Jd. Affleck, receiving a formal invitation and hospitality during her stay.
Mr B B Parker postmaster of Middletown spent part of yesterday here on business, meeting local officials and surveying postal facilities.
F. S. Emmert, Son and Company returned from New York after several days buying ladies coats and dresses for the Emmert firm in Winchester and Martinsburg. Mr B S Son bi of the firm of Emmert.
Mr. Hoyell L Riley of Riley and Son underwent an appendicitis operation on Friday at Memorial Hospital. He was reported yesterday to have passed the critical point of his illness and now appears to be on the road to recovery.
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lupton depart for Washington to attend a party hosted there by Mrs. William Thompson.
Mr Eugene Thorpe arrived back at his Charles Town residence after spending the night with acquaintances in the area. He appeared in good health and was met by family on arrival.
Miss Florence Miller, employed here for some time, returned to her home at Jerome, Virginia, on account of illness.
William J. Fahnestock aged 92 dies of paralysis at Woodstock home of Mrs. Wilton Barner after a stroke. A Frederick County native and Civil War Union veteran, he leaves five sons, three daughters, and three brothers. Funeral at 10 Sunday at Woodstock Dunkard Church graveyard near Stephens City.
A 19 year old man Stephen Balogh Jr and 17 year old sister Helen Balogh were married last week in Cumberland Maryland. At a magistrate hearing they were held for court on a criminal charge with bail set at 500 dollars. They were returned to their parents custody as authorities planned to send the male back to Hungary. Balogh had recently arrived from Hungary.
A fragmentary account recalls a year ago meeting with his sister for the first time. The text hints at a personal, intimate moment from an early passage of the hei day, but lacks full context or names.
The obituary outlines Mrs. Oldham's prominence in literary circles and her possession of important letters and documents from famed figures. It traces her ancestry to Rev. Dr. J. Hubard and John Bruce, highlighting connections to the Potomac Railroad, Christ Church, and notable Civil War era figures. Her father Edward Bruce’s writings and portraits are noted, with emphasis on her own refined, literary circle.
A brief social note states that Mrs W B Timberlake and her daughter Lola of Straglur are visiting today making a short appearance in town.
Miss Otta Mas Ravesell has completed one week of teaching at a local school in Martinebu before returning home. The note mentions Miss Russell serving as elementary superintendent of the Baltimore Conference, Methodist Episcopal South.
Mr. Thomas Fishel, also spelled Mishel, will spend the weekend at his home on East Street as reported by local notices.
Mr. EF. A. Matthews spent the day in town engaging residents and inspecting local services, drawing attention to civic improvement efforts and meeting with community leaders.
Miss Mayme Cline of Bail is visiting friends in town, staying with acquaintances as she travels.
Mr. Edgar Hottel remains confined to his residence on East Cork Street after an illness. Neighbors report no further details, and local authorities urge privacy while noting the family appreciates well wishers.
Mrs. Charles Morrison's daughter Miss Jane Morrison and Mrs. H. S. D. McDonald, along with Mrs. Morrison, have returned to Burg, West Virginia, today after a week of visiting.
Miss Brentie Holland of wi boro was the guest this week. Her nephew Mr Russell Hollan and other relatives in the city visited.
Mrs Arthur Lewis of St Michaels Maryland returns home after two weeks with in laws and daughter Mrs Robert Knott. She visited to be with her grandson Robert Knott Jr who was hurt some time ago but is improving.
Mr Charles Wilson of Baltimore plans a stay with friends in the city, spending time as a guest and enjoying local hospitality.
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