16 Mar 1927
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1927
Page
1
Virginia Governor Byrd calls an extraordinary session to consider government reorganization. He cites Reed and Prentis commissions proposing constitutional amendments and department consolidation to save funds and improve efficiency.
Lost pin on March 10 at Main St in Winchester. A large cameo set in white gold was taken. reward offered and later returned. Witness: Mrs. EC Gatewood of Redonos.orn
Officials urge county directors in Shenandoah Valley to nominate up to several candidates for the Apple Blossom queen. Nominations must include names and addresses and reach Winchester by March 22. Selection may be by an artist and will consider personality along with beauty.
Jeff Ashworth was rescued after 13 hours trapped in a 70 foot artesian well at Springs North Carolina. He was pinned by cave‑in walls 40 feet down and pulled out to a physician for treatment, later thanking rescuers as he rested.
The Charley Rouss Fire Company will test their new Séagraves truck at 2 30 PM tomorrow at City Hall. The demonstration uses the Cameron and Boscawen street hydrant with the clock tower as the highest point to test pressure. Public is invited to witness.
Harold Lantz a 16 year old high school student died after a fall of two and a half feet in the high school gym. His neck was broken in several places according to authorities in Mason City March 16.
District Attorney says Joe Jaworski confessed to a gang that carried out three major payroll hold ups in Pittsburgh including a bombed armored car last week with 104000 stolen. The gang also totaled 69000 over four years with two killings, and five accomplices are being hunted, some possibly in Detroit.
Chicago dispatch reports gunfire erupted 13 hours after the funeral for Frank Lefty Concil, a gang feud victim. Restaurateur Benjamin Zuckerman was shot by two men at his home. authorities detained suspects Alexander Portugese and Peter Saranoff, who deny knowledge of the incident.
A large fire destroyed the Acme flour mills plant and warehouse in Hopkinsville Kentucky early today causing an estimated loss of 300000 dollars. John Bowers of Philadelphia arrived recently at Kernstown for his father Jacob Bowers funeral and his wife will join him for the funeral.
Public invited to a box social hosted by the Senior Epworth at Kernstown School House on Friday March 18 at 4:10 p.m. The event is open to the community with proceeds likely benefiting church activities.
CALL PHONE 28 for our trucks when in need of dry service. Rough dry 7c tr es INCHESTER STEAM LAUNDRY.
Governor Byrd plans a survey of Virginia's educational system to place public schools on a sounder basis. A commission of educators will conduct the survey and report to business leaders who will recommend adoption to the General Assembly, with actions likely in 1928. Speaker Ozlin notes broad support but some opposition to the short ballot.
Twenty $100 subscriptions reported at Clifford D. Grim's office as festival fund progress builds. Grants from firms like Winchester Cold Storage, Shenandoah Valley Bank, and Virginia Woolen Co. cited. organizers urge more donations to ensure financial success.
Miss Eliza A Morrison of Frederick County dies at 2 30 this morning at her nephew J Morrison’s home near Gore aged 75 mostly spent at the old Gore home She was sister of the late Thomas Morrison a longtime Frederick County supervisor involved in the Market Square dispute with Winchester Funeral at the Gore house Friday at 10 am burial place not yet set Found Fireman’s badge owner call Star office.
Entomologist urges fruit growers to begin delayed dormant spray immediately to combat scale and aphids as aphid eggs hatch and insects develop rapidly. Recommends winter strength lime sulfur and nicotine sulfate, with alternatives for trees bearing little fruit.
The official insignia of Rt. Rev. Andrew J. Brennan bishop of Richmond were stolen from his residence in February. Valued at 1200 to 1500 dollars, the loss includes two gold rings and a large gold crucifix. Police advised keeping the matter quiet until the bishop returned from a Tidewater parish tour.
The Ladies Aid Society announces an Oyster Supper on Thursday night at Odd Fellows Hall to raise funds for the Christian Church. Dine in or call to place an order for takeout.
Ladies spring coats offered at 9.95 but omitted due to an error. Readers are told to see page 6 for the Spring Opening at EST Fee Specialty Shop on this catalog page.
Spraying season nears. Medina Miscible 4 available for dormant spraying controls against pests like San Jose Scale European Red Mite Red Bug Aphis Pear Psylla. Also stock Nitrate of Soda and hi grade Acid Phosphates from Butler & Bro. March 15 item.
Seed buyers can obtain prices and samples for certified domestic red and sapling clover seed. Contact details and ordering options are provided in the ad.
All household effects of the late Wren Trammell will be sold at auction next Saturday March 19. The sale includes furniture and all tools connected with a mattress factory. See notice for details and location.
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