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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1925
Page
1
Early reports from a violent Midwest tornado place deaths and heavy injuries across Ozark regions. Cities like Murphreysboro West Frankfort De Soto and Benton suffer widespread destruction with schools and railroad shops ruined and hundreds dead or missing. Forecasters warn of continuing casualties as救救 emergency efforts unfold.
Edward Zombro 50, longtime ill health and neuritis, hanged himself on his farm near Smithfield Jefferson County after unobserved entry to a barn. Brother of Mrs Shackjetsis of Berryville. Inquest not held. Survived by wife and nine children. Body to Green Hill Cemetery. Rev Istiebe of Middleway officiated.
The Civic League urges readers to plant trees. It urges choosing the right species and to order from nurseries now so roots take hold when ground is ready. Citizens are encouraged to plant shade trees along streets to benefit the town.
A March 19 blaze in Palm Beach, Florida, swept the Brewers and Palm Beach hotels, razing two major properties and damaging shops and cottages. Worth over $6 million in losses. Dozens of rich guests were affected as police arrested 23 people, many accused of looting amid the destruction.
Mrs Mary Louise Ward of Amherst street was summoned by wire yesterday to her brother Charles Harbaugh who is very ill in Harlan Kentucky. Ward left by way of Staunton Virginia.
The weekly CMG Club meeting at the George Washington Hotel featured W. A. Sandy Baker as the principal speaker. He outlined the American Legion campaign to raise funds for orphans and crippled children, with Winchester and Frederick County noted for a $2,500 quota. The Kiwanis Club will appoint two civilian arbiters to work with Rotary and Thons clubs and Legion representatives to plan how to raise the community’s quota. Harry Sartelle highlighted the Apple Blossom Festival, urging members to contribute morally and financially. Larry Hollis reported on Kiwanis ball proceeds, showing substantial funds for underprivileged and crippled children in the community. Guests included Dr. W. J. Olds of Front Royal, R. J. Wells, Walter and Nathan Chester, and others.
The Empire Theatre presents Rin Tin Tin in The Lighthouse by the Sea with Louise Fazenda and Buster Collier Jr. leading. Also a two reel Harry Langdon comedy Aesop’s Fables News reels and a 20 minute vaudeville sketch The Junior Music Box featuring William McDonough assisted by Charles Sydney Frederick Schriever and Rosalie Benchoff. Washington-Empire Orchestra provides music. No ticket price increase and Saturday show runs 2 to 11 pm.
A city permit issued to Benjamin F. Davis authorizes a three story brick building at 21 North Braddock street costing about 10000 dollars. The first floor will house business and the upper floors will be apartments. The site is the Bush homeplace long owned by the Bush family and recently cleared of an old frame dwelling.
Two new 1924 Star Touring cars are offered at cost. Sale advertised by Winchester Hudson, contact for purchase details and available colors. Limited time offer.
A rare opportunity offers a modern brick residence with improvements a garage and a nice rear yard at No 36 South Market Street between Water and Cork in Winchester Virginia No 29 Rouss Ave is the listing office contact Winches Realty Co phone 389 and 3-114-lp-e 0.d- 3t
The notice states a Sunday sermon at 11 A M at Minnie Wood Chapel by the Reverend David Messick and invites all interested to attend. It also announces Turner Ashby Chapter UD C meeting at Handley Library on Friday March 20 with a time change from 9 30 to 3 o'clock.
Police identified the dead infant found at the city dumping ground after two boys spotted the body in a garbage can. The father packed the baby in a paper sack, the family fled to West Virginia, and a relative confirmed the death occurred Monday night before the body was deposited for pickup. The infant was buried at Mountch Cemetery.
In Cheyenne Wyoming March 123 the Teapot Dome oil lease to Harry F Sinclair was allegedly concealed from Congress and the public in naval lease annulment proceedings Admiral J K Robinson chief navy engineering testified he admitted concealing details of lease negotiations when questioned by government counsel and former Representative Kelley The cross examination touched on secrecy in the Wyoming reserve and potential plans to proceed despite congressional scrutiny
W B Cornwell was acquitted in police court this morning on a charge of cutting a corner at Main and Fly streets during heavy rain last night. The magistrate noted the wet conditions made the maneuver natural and unavoidable, and found him technically guilty but justified.
The notice advertises a Friday and Saturday sale featuring Léan Sugar-Cured Shoulders priced at 17 cents, with C. W. Ramsburg named in the announcement.
The Sarah Zane Fire Company calls a special meeting Thursday night to arrange plans for the Apple Blossom Festival. All members are urged to be present.
A colorful town event titled Deacon's Honeymoon features humor music and mystery in a community program. Admission is 25 cents and one dollar, with details limited by the readable text. The piece hints at a dialect performance and light entertainment for locals.
Fort Valley Georgia prepares for the Peach Blossom Festival with a campaign to raise $8,000. The appeal notes many supporters have doubled last year’s gifts, urges broader participation, and emphasizes tax deductibility. Radio coverage and broad interest imply up to 100000 visitors. organizers warn a shortfall could derail plans. W E Cooper, president.
Henry Hemsley a Clarke county farmer died at Memorial hospital Winchester from blood poisoning. His right leg was amputated above the knee to save his life but the condition proved fatal. Survived by second wife three daughters and three sons funeral Friday at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Boyce with interment in Green Hill Cemetery.
Renunciation of will withdraws J H and E L Henry from their claim to Robert M her holdings including bonds, papers, and a home at 1307 South Main, with parcels on Valley Pike and adjacent lots. The agreement, dated March 1 1926, follows terms of the estate and real property transfers.
Entomologist Willey from the State Department of Agriculture, aided by Sheriff Panett, moved to Hunting Ridge on A B Sherman lands this afternoon to cut cedar trees under the cedar rust notice. No appeal was received, and hundreds of cedars reportedly dot the property.
Notice announces a postponed Friday night dance at the American Legion. Shade and R B Kater are named. Winchester is mentioned. Order placement guidance implied for attendees.
A late afternoon crash near the Ble Olwy area involved a single vehicle striking a dive dock and Piccadilly. Three tires exploded amid the impact as neighbors looked on and an emergency crew responded to the scene today.
A late Friday session at 419 Main Street features Mrs Jones and guest speaker Bibing Kins addressing devotional topics. The gathering aims to foster loving outreach and stronger church contacts through planned informal discussions and exhortations.
Listing shows a room available for rent at 8 Main Street near Nowlin. Details are sparse with OCR errors, but the item appears as a classified rental notice for a single room in a property managed by Nowlin.
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