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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1926

Page

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Next TB Clinic to Be Held Saturday inoff

The next tuberculosis clinic will be held in the office rooms Saturday with Dr and Mrs B W Harper in charge A sandwich and hot cocoa will be served for patients many of whom travel long distances The Christmas seal drive raised nearly $800 with a compliment from headquarters and the district nurse association invites public attendance at monthly meetings and clinics

Grippe Beoe T.B Cithic B.W. Harper D. W. Ritenomr Stathp -Slae

Commissioners To Draw Juries Named

Judge Whiting appoints M C Joseph M Snapp and Coleman H371 as jury commissioners of Erick County for the Circuit Court year. They will compile county residents eligible for jury duty. Names are drawn from capsules at each jury term to select jurymen.

Whiting M.C. Joseph M. Snapp Coleman H Aait Court Erick County Athe

Meeting at American Lagigh Aux in 8 o'clock

A meeting is scheduled at American Lagigh Auxiliary at 8 o'clock on March 8. Mrs. Copies is listed as the contact with unspecified role or details.

American Lagigh Aux

Army and Navy Store Announces Thursday Opening

Army and Navy Store will open for business this Thursday. A prior fire loss has been settled and the shop plans to resume operations promptly.

Army& Navy

Crandalls Take Control of Martinsburg Central Theatre

The Star of Martinsburg reports Crandalls have bought Boyer Lease of the Central Theatre, gaining exclusive control of the moving picture house. It is unclear if the Central will remain open or be closed, with Crandalls owning the Central and the Star a leading venue in the city.

Crandalls’ Buy Boyer Lease ‘of Central Theatre Marting W. Va Grenghit Theatre Boyx Spesiondie Crandalls Martinsburg Central Crandall Atte cdi

Andrews Plans Mobile Squad to Target Beer Dealers

Assistant Secretary Andrews of the Treasury announced a new mobile squad to enforce prohibition on wine and beer. The campaign adds to a separate unit already aimed at stopping illicit industrial alcohol diversion as cereal beverage laws open breweries to Internal Revenue service inspections.

Associated Press Washington Andrews The Treasury Internal Revenue

Merry Widow Tune Played At Alexander Carlisle Funeral

The coffin of ship builder Alexander M. Carlisle was moved to the cemetery chapel for a cremation with the Merry Widow Waltz played by the organist. Carlisle declared no fear of death and asked the waltz be played. about a dozen mourners attended, including his daughter the Baroness Von Versen, who collapsed during the service.

U S House Passes Resolution for 150th Anniversary

The House approved a resolution to appoint a committee to mark the one hundred fiftieth anniversary of the Virginia General Assembly's approval urging the colonial Congress to declare independence from Britain.

Associated Press Washington House Today Congress Virginia General Assembly Colonial Congress

Appeal Denied for New York Lawyer Felder

The Supreme Court refused an appeal by Thomas B. Felder the New York lawyer convicted of conspiring with Gaston B. Means and others to bribe government officials The denial was reported from Washington on March 8 by the Associated Press.

Associated Press Washington Thomas B. Felder New York Gaston B. Means Supreme Court

Women Strikers Arrested After New York Demonstration

A mounted police platoon dispersed about 500 fur workers as they attempted a march at Seventh Avenue and West Twenty Fourth Street. One hundred twenty five women strikers were arrested on charges of disorderly conduct.

iBy Associated Press New York Seventh Avenue West Twenty-fourth Street

Wanted at Once Long Distance Moving Load to Charleston W V

Advertises long distance moving from multiple Maryland and Washington locations. Insured experienced men, reasonable rates. J. B. Denton & Sons Inc Harrisonburg Virginia claim “The Long Distance Movers.” Drugs People’s Drug Store listing.

Charleston W. V Hagerstown Cumberland

Tire Budget Cut Offers From Kelly Tires Ad

An ad from 1926 promotes lower tire costs by buying Kelly tires sold by owners. It lists ARD Gas & OT's Supply Co. at 15 W Cork St and 216 Dilly St, with 625 N Mate as contact points.

KELLY ARD Gas & OT Cork ST Dilly ST

Marshall on trial in Philadelphia for first degree murder

David L. Marshall, who confessed to dismembering the body of Anna May Deitrich, faced a trial in Philadelphia as his counsel sought to change his plea. Judge McDevitt denied the request. Marshall sat calm, his wife absent due to illness and their daughter hospitalized. District Attorney Fox announced a consent to bar women from the jury.

Associated Press Philadelphia David L. Marshall Anna May Deitrich Abraham Werrick Marshall Harry S. McDevitt Sapate Lfe Legislatsr Fox

Foreigners fleece local man with fake English tweed sale

A Piccadilly Street restaurant owner says four foreigners swindled him out of 200 by selling fake English tweed claimed as high grade. Similar schemes charged others in Harrisburg, Hagerstown, Lexington, and Winchester, with fake diamonds and smugglers. The suspects were believed to have moved southward.

Piccadilly’ Street United States England Harrisburg Hagerstown Winchester Lexington

Operations Begin for $52 Million Conowingo Power Project

The first shovelfuls turned in Cecil County and the first nail driven on the Hartford County side mark the start of the $52,000,000 Conowingo power project. Full operations await ground clearance and a railroad siding, with clearing to start tomorrow.

Associated Press Baltimore March Cecil County Conowingo Hartford County

Dupont Duco and repairs promote car finish at New Market plant

An advertisement from J. W. Clinedinst Co. in New Market Virginia promotes Dupont Duco finishes for auto bodies and trims. It highlights finishing options and mentions the plant as a long established business since 1855. Also lists a furnished or unfurnished residence for rent at 5 South Washington Street with immediate application to B. Beverley.

Ennuine Dupont Duco J. W. Clinedinst Co New Market South Washington ST B. Beverley

Three Day Furniture Sale At No South Washington Street

Auction notice for residence clearance in three days at No South Washington Street listing desk bookcase bedstead bureau washstand chairs wardrobe kitchen range and other items. Home vacated by March 10. Public sale to proceed without private arrangements.

Washington St

Handley High Falls to Waynesboro 38 to 31 in Thriller

Waynesboro defeats Handley 38 to 31 as Crisman and Schildknecht lead the winners with sharp shooting. Ritter and Craemer duel in a hard fought clash while Handley guards Hawkins Middons and Craemer step up in a high level contest. Referee Price officiated the tight game.

Handley High’ School Waynera Pa Schildnecht Crisman Renner Handley Guards Hawkins Craemer Middons Ritter Winchester Waynesboro Apies

AP to Broadcast Explains News Gathering Tonight

The Associated Press will explain the work of its 80,000 staff distributing news tonight from stations nationwide. Executives and editors will discuss the cooperative news gathering system and the AP byline. Talks will be heard from division headquarters in New York Chicago Atlanta San Francisco and other stations across the East and Midwest.

Associated Press Ww York Cooperative News Gathering Organization A. P Hypadéante Wiz York WMAQ Chicago WSB Atlanta KPO San Francisco WOR Newark WGY Schnectady WNAC Boston WOO Philadelphia KPKA Pittsburgh WHEC Rochester WGR Buffalo WTIC Hartford

Industries Are Badly Hammered By Bear Operators

Irregular and lower prices marked the stock market resumption in York with selling pressure rising as bears renewed pressure after last week's rally. Discouraged bulls intensified departures while high priced shares led declines. Call loans remained at 4 percent.

Associated Press York

Appropriation Bill Moves in House Amid Senate Debate

In Washington today the House concentrates on an appropriation bill while the Senate considers muscle Shoals funding. Committees keep hearings on farm relief and proposed prohibition enforcement. Johnson Schall and Steck face tightening Brookhart senatorial case scrutiny. Agricultural panels in both chambers reopen farm relief hearings.

Associated Press House Muscle Shoals Senate Prohibition Bureau Johnson - Schall and Steck Brookhart

Hable Interests Buy Main Street Building in Winchester

The three story brick structure at 145 North Main Street, known as the Ginn property, sold to Fred Hable of Winchester and Washington for 25000 dollars. The Bryarly brothers had owned the building, with plans for a rear two story addition and further improvements. The Hable interests will own 25 storerooms in town and are advancing a new three story brick building on the J. I. H. Baker site, signaling confidence in Winchester’s growth.

Main Street Hable Henry R Roland T. Bryarly North Mainstreet Fred H. Hable Winchester Washington Mat Street Indian Alley Bryarly Brothers W. H. Baker Ginn Bryarly M. B. Clowe Secone Olliffe Hable Interests Ex Ag The J. I. H. Baker Ork Fred. Won H

No Decision On Dry Law Hearings By Senate Committee

Senate judiciary committee adjourned without ruling on whether hearings to modify the prohibition law will be held. Senators Edge and Bruce urged hearings while others warned such talks could signal weakening of Congress on prohibition. A New Jersey claim that bootleggers fund the Anti Saloon League caused a stir.

Associated Press Washington Senate Dictary Committee Edge Newergey Oareway Arkansas Congress Bergh Idaho Edwards New Jersey Bruce Maryland Anti-Saloon League

Pennsylvania Shoddy Law Declared Void by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled the Pennsylvania law banning shoddy in bedding illegal, saying sterilization eliminates risk and prohibiting sterilized shoddy is arbitrary. The law targeted mattresses cushions pillows and upholstery. twelve other states have similar rules but none as broad.

Associated Press Washington Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Butler

Have You Seen The Light Auto Parts Ad

Brief classified notice asks readers if they have seen the light and directs to Auto Parts Corp at 103 North Main Street. The terse line appears as a small display ad segment in the newspaper.

Auto Parts Corp N. Main

Prisoner Goes Crazy As Band Practices Above

A Billings Montana incident reports a prisoner in the city hall jail reacting oddly as the municipal band rehearsed overhead. The inmate, held for vagrancy, grew distressed and yelled and later sang and prayed as music drifted down from the top floor.

Associated Presa Billings Mont Pee Beaean

Snow and Rain Forecast for Atlantic States

The report notes snow and rain spreading from the central region to the Atlantic states with warmer conditions in the Mississippi Valley. Minnesota endures an 8 to 10 inch snowfall while highways reopen after blockages. A thousand residents were stranded in Mileeca during a weekend baseball tournament, straining local supply and shelter use.

Associated Press Chicago Mississippi Valley Atlantic Coast Atates Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa South Dakota Twanis

Triplett Barn Destroyed by Fire Near Rock Enon

A large BEB Triplett barn in the Rock Enon Springs area of Frederick county burned last Saturday morning. The loss was about 1500 with small insurance. Triplett was away in town. neighbors and Mrs. Larrick spotted the fire and alerted others. Twelve chickens and a dog died. the barn held feed, a corn drill, tools, and harness. Triplett arrived during the blaze and burned his hands trying to save his belongings.

Beb Triplett Rock Enon Springs Frederick County Triplett

Youth fined for possession of liquor in police court

Henson, a youth, received a $68 fine including costs in police court today on a charge of illegal possession of liquor. The arresting officer was Office Guthridge.

Page Henson Office Guthridge

Nebraska guest of Admiral Nulton attends Naval Academy

Nebraska bishop Beecher was a guest of Admiral and Mrs. Louis M. Nulton at the Naval Academy in Annapolis. He delivered a sermon to the midshipmen in the academy chapel. The Nultons earlier attended a Baltimore banquet hosted by the Maryland Society of the D A R where Admiral Nulton gave an address.

Bishop Beecher Nebraska Louis M. Nulton Naval Academy Annapolis Baltimore Maryland Society of the D. A. R Admiral Nulton

For Rent Six Room Building on Main Street

Six room building for rent on Main Street. Suitable for sales or business use. Apply 1-4-1p-11. G. M. Hansbrough.

Main St G. M. .Hansbrough

Fuller to Speak on Radio From Tampa Tonight

Winchester banker H D Fuller will speak on a Tampa station at eight tonight. Virginians touring Florida promote the Shenandoah Valley movement, with stops in Winter Park Orlando Lakeland and plans to visit Sarasota Bradenton Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Winchester Tampa Douglas Fuller Winchests Will Feant Mae Lakgland Florida Maine Dogh Valley WJAX Statte Moore Stauni North Carolina Winter Park Orlando Autrey Egtes Chamber of Commerce Stonewall Brigade Orlando Municipal Park Col. Benchoff Shenandoah Valley Movement Ridge Country C. Conrad Harrisonburg James Charles Lakeland Sarasota Bradenton St. Petersburg

Free Chest Examinations Offered Saturday by District Nurse Association

The District Nurse Association invites all residents to a free chest examination event on March 13 at the Commerce Building partnership. Officials urge anyone with even slight symptoms or concerns about tuberculosis to attend, including women, men, and children in the county.

Reder Susny Strict Nurse Association Pattner of Commerce

Feed Sticker and Starter Chicks For Sale at Chester Milling

Fragmentary notice advertising baby chicks and feed items for sale at a Chester Milling location. Mention includes starter and feed components though full details are unreadable.

Chester Milling

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