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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1929

Page

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Eastern Silica and Chemical to Install New Unit at Gore Works

The Eastern Silica and Chemical Company of Winchester reports growing orders for its pure silica sand used in glassware steel talcum soaps and porcelain wares. A second unit will be added at the Gore works to double capacity, with new empl oyment and worker housing planned as a town may rise around the plant.

Eastern Silica and Chemical Company Winchester Winchester Glass Sand Company Gore Frederick County Winchester and Western Railroad United States John F. Penrose New York Edward V. Pechin Baltimore D. H. Sencindiver Herbert

Special Meetings To Begin Sunday At U. B. Church

Revival services begin Sunday at United Brethren Church. Rev. George W. Stover preaches morning and evening. From Monday, Rev. D. F. Glovier of Verona Virginia preaches nightly at 7 50 except Saturday. Glovier has led Verona church for ten years and is noted for evangelistic work. Members urged to attend. nonmembers invited. congregational singing planned.

U. B. Church United Brethren Church George W. Stover D. F. Glovier Verona Glovier

Wanted Girl for Stenography and Book Work

Help wanted notice seeks a girl for stenography and book work. Applicants should write in own handwriting and address G. A. R. care Star. This classified brief runs in the local column with instructions for responses.

G. A.R Care Star

Income Tax Sale Notice at County Court House

Income tax service available on March 14 and 1tah 4dotu at the second floor of the County Court House. J. H. Seal, Jr. signs the notice.

County Court House

Farm equipment sale at Haldeman farm Winchester PA

Auction advertises a sale of farm implements and machinery on Saturday March 16 at the Haldeman farm south of Winchester. Organized by Paul M. Haldeman. Also lists a 1928 Chevrolet Coupe with 1500 miles.

Haldeman Farm Winchester Paul M. Haldeman

State farmers see rail tariff gains from ICC decisions

The ICC southern refrigeration ruling cuts $2.75 per car on perishables not on the eastern shore and Virginia apple rates may save at least $12.50 per car. Virginia shippers expect relief across livestock rates, fourth section enforcement, and steadier rates for pulpwood, cotton linters, lime, tobacco products, and rayon materials.

State e+cultural Commission Interstate Commerce Commission Washington Virginia Mississippi New York North Carolina Federal Commission Texas Southwest Southern Territory South

Edward Larrick Dies in Oklahoma A High View Native

Mrs. Sarah Johnson receives a telegram announcing the death of her brother Edward Larrick who died yesterday in Mulhall Oklahoma where he had lived for years He was a son of John and Margaret Larrick of High View WV and leaves a wife a son Edgar and several siblings including D L Larrick Mrs Johnson F E Johinson T L Larrick and L H Larrick.

Sarah Johnson Edward Larrick Mulhall Oklahoma Mr. Larrick John and Margaret Larrick High View W. Va Edgar Larrick D. L. Larrick Winchester F. E. Johinson T. L. Larrick L. H. Larrick

Bail Efforts For Men Held In Attack On Girl

Fred Mills and James Newlin remain jailed after being charged with attacking Mrs. Mary March. Friends are pressing for release later today as bail of 1500 dollars was set for each at yesterday's preliminary hearing in police court.

Fred Mills James Newlin Mary March

Winchester Steam Laundry Rough Dry Service Ad

Local laundry offers rough dry cleaning at seven cents per pound with contact number 28 for inquiries and service.

Winchester Steam Laundry

Public Sale of Household Furniture at 115 Peyton St

Household furniture to be sold Wednesday March 20 at 1 o clock at 115 Peyton Street. Cash terms. Conducted by J Wesley Larrick.

Peyton St J. Wesley Larrick

Advisory Board Forms For Tuberculosis Work In District

The monthly meeting reported 307 February visits across categories prenatal postnatal infant preschool school age tuberculosis patients and adults. A new advisory board was formed with officers elected including H B McCormac Fred L Glaize and many others. meetings will follow each chest clinic at Farmers and Merchants National Bank.

F. Arthur J Evelyn C. Dean C. W. Scott D. W. Ritenour District Nurse Andrew Bell Robert B. Nelson Shirley Carter R T. Bryarly W. E. Cooper W. A. Baker E. W. Braithwaite Cross Junction J. D. Russell Brucetown A. T. Williams Middletown P. E. Lineburg Stephens City Lucy F. Kurtz Joseph Dupuy B. B. Dutton District Nurse Association H. D. Fuller Farmers and Merchants National Bank Martin Wisecarver

Blazing Lumber Firemen Respond Twice Near Town

Firemen were summoned twice as a lumber pile at Chris Grubbs on Senseney Road caught fire from sparks from a field blaze. The Friendship truck put out the lumber fire, and six o clock saw a chimney blaze at the Jackson store on South Kent Street subdued with chemicals by the South End Hose Company.

Chris Grubbs Place Senseney Road Friendship Jackson Store South Kent Street South End Hose Company

Form Company For Berryville Community House Project

A Berryville corporation formed by Lloyd Williams Post No 41 American Legion and local citizens to finance and erect a memorial community center. The incorporators elected a board of directors led by J T L Jones as president and W A Bradford as vice president with R W Levi as secretary treasurer and R M Ware as business manager. Public stock sale planned soon with pledges already made by the legion post and individuals.

Berryville Lloyd Williams Post No. 41 American Legion J. T. L. Jones W. A. Bradford R. W. Levi R. M. Ware Legion Post

Don’t call a man a failure without knowing his aim

The San Francisco Chronicle quotes a maxim about judging effort by intent not results. It suggests a person’s ambition may be to get by with minimal work, not to fail at a visible goal.

San Francisco Chronicle

Harder Silo Sale At S M Chiles March Fourteen

A notice indicates a sale of a Harder silo at S M Chiles on March 14. The listing lists a lot reference 5-15-1p-11 and notes sale terms to be announced by the seller.

S. M. Chiles

W. S. Quinby Co Announces La Touraine Toffee In Use

The W S Quinby Company of New York announces La Touraine toffee now used by the American Star Restaurant. Tune in every Wednesday night at 7 30 for a National Broadcasting Station program.

W. S. Quinby Co New York American Star Restaurant

Spelling Bee Benefit at Epworth League Church

Round Hill hosts a spelling bee Friday night March 15 for Epworth League M E Church. Prizes include 2.50 and 21.00 with proceeds supporting church work.

Round Hill Epworth League M. E. Church

Rebels Bolster Torreon Drive as Forces Converge

Government reports heavy rebel losses as 22 000 rebels mass at Torreon and 15 000 federal troops move in from the north. A decisive battle is anticipated with pockets of rebellion reported collapsing, while ports of Sonora and Sinaloa see defections and émigrés cross toward the United States.

Torreon Calles Federals Almazan Mexico City Sonora Clachen Naco Saltillo Mazatlan Culican Quila Portes Gil Simon Aguirre Jesus Aguirre Vera Cruz United States Coahuila J. Gonzalo Escobar Juarez Miguel Vall Valle Augustine I de la Vega Chihuahua Escobar Calso Ganiela Andrade Sinaloa Aurelia Manrique Nogales Mexico Francisco Carera-Torres Carneros San Luis Potosi Washington State Department

Unsung Hero Sparks 12 Mile Run to Save Gore Village Fire

A masked hero drove 12 miles to alert the Friendship Fire Company in Winchester after a blaze damaged the Lockhart garage and spread to Blondell Larrick’s store and post office. Firefighters dammed a creek to boost water supply, preventing total destruction though stock and building suffered losses. No insurance on the garage stock valued around 2000 dollars. some coverage on the building. The blaze echoed disaster from a year ago.

Paul Revere Winchester Gore Friendship Fire Company Lee Barr Fred W. Forney William J. Lockhart Lockhart Blondell Larrick Larrick Davis Johnson Adams

Past Due Pledges Of Hospital Now in Collector's Hands

Winchester Memorial Hospital has placed all overdue improvement fund pledges in the hands of Mrs. Richard W. Griffith to collect. Dr. J. E. Harris says about $12,000 is owed and urges signers to remit promptly, with receipts issued by Mrs. Griffith.

Improvement Fund Winchester Memorial Hospital Richard VW. Griffith J. E. Harris Harris Griffith

Mrs Wade Emmert Dies at Memorial Hospital

Mrs Cuthie Coppedge Emmert wife of Wade St Emmert of 520 Amherst Street died this afternoon at Memorial Hospital A son was born to her last night Mrs Emmert formerly of Northumberland County Virginia Mr Emmert a traveling representative for a Richmond wholesale firm is a native of Frederick County born near Gainesboro

Cuthie Coppedge Emmert Wade St.Emmert Amherst Street Memorial Hospital

Interior of Old Langhtone Home Ruined by Fire

Fire damages the former Langhorne residence in Richmond Virginia estimated at 120000 dollars in loss. The building once housed Mr and Mrs Cheswell D Langhorne parents of Lady Nancy Astor and Mrs Charles Dana Gibson who wed there.

Langhtone Associated Press Richmond Hygeia Chiswell D. Langhorne Nancy Astor Charles Dana Gibson New York

Hoover Property to be Sold Saturday at Noon

The desirable double residence at 24 and 22 Hoover will be sold in front of the Court House at noon on Saturday. An excellent investment opportunity is offered.

Hoover Court House

Kiwanis Musical Revue Triumph of Singing Artistry

The 1929 Kiwanis Revue at the Colonial Theatre showcased a ninety-strong Martinsburg cast under Dr. G. Bruce Geyer. The show emphasized scenic beauty and polished ballet with standout sequences like Dream Bubbles and Scarf Plastique, ending with a dream wedding finale that drew strong audience admiration.

Colonial Theatre Martinsburgers G. Bruce Geyer Albert Geyer Mary Frances Drewry William Iery Eunice Worthy Ballet Miss Drewry Ty Twig Biya Ridge i William Tafeeing Herman Samuel Strine Hagerstown Norma Nell Allamong West Virginians Mabel Hale Colley Mies Anne Harrison LeGarde Thompson Dr. Geyer

Temperance Legion Meets Friday In Local Social

The Loyal Temperance Legion will hold its regular meeting at 116 North Clradork Street Friday at 4 p m A social session follows the meeting All members are urged to attend friends are welcome Also noted Mr David Crockett of the Gray Nar Radio Company Baltimore was here on business Miss Minnie Brown returns home on North Loudoun Street after a Memorial Hospital operation and is improved Others listed include Mrs W A Withers and son of Berryville and Mr David Miller expected back from Baltimore soon.

Loyal Temperance Legion North Clraddork Street David Crockett The Gray Nar Radio Company Baltimore David Miller Minniie Brown Loudoun Street Mémorial Hospital

Fancy Seed Oats Winchester Seed Co

Seed firm Winchester Seed Co introduces Fancy Seed Oats for farmers seeking robust yield and improved germination. Market notes highlight branding and potential adoption in regional corn and wheat rotations.

Coal Yard Offers Settle Tow Prices

Wishing to wave our coal yard we are offering splendid coal at Settle tow prices. L. Jackson. Telephone 156 W or 903.

Sette L. Jackson

Woodmen of the World Virginia Head Camp Concludes

The Virginia Woodmen of the World Head Camp session ends with officer elections for a four year term. Roanoke and Newport News bid to host future meetings, but both proposals are declined. The quadrennial banquet at First Baptist Church in Winchester is praised as a social highlight.

Woodmen of the World Virginia Georgia Washington Roanoke Newport News T. G. Smoak South Richmond Herman Frazier R. C. Barkley Portsmouth L. B. Hargrave J. W. Gantry L. T. Mason Lynchburg HW. N. Black J. W. Blunt Richmond W. C. McGinley B. B Capper B. A. Clenton W. F. Riggins J. P. Dalton Sovereign Camp Convention John T. Yates Omaha Nebi Ny 9 Winchester Hickory Camp Mr. Yates Handley Library First Baptist Church Washington Piccadilly Streets F. T. McFaden Presbyterian Church Order Carl Mee Ethel Holloway Alabama Yates Latham Smoak Committee On Convention Winchester Evening Star

For Sale Windmill and Old Engine Parts at Greens Orchard

Windmill in excellent condition with automatic oiler offered for sale at Greens Orchard. Also several old gano line engines available. Apply Star Office or visit orchard in G Tlp tty for details.

Greens Orchard

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. H. Seal, JR Earl Shade Apple Moling & Cathers District ‘Association General Escobar Wall Wade Emmert Martinsburg Temperance Legion Abner Huntsberry Washington and Lee University Lexington Winchester Seed CO J. Herman Frazier Roar«oke
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