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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1920
Page
1
Berlin reports the general strike has ended amid widespread fighting across Germany. Ex Kaiser Wilhelm II’s exile life grows tenser as his wife’s illness and nervous strain mount. Reported deaths in Essen total around 300 with Spartacan forces in control, and shooting and bombings disrupt Leipzig and other cities as authorities seek to restore order.
The public sale of the farm of the late J. N. and Mary A. Russell was postponed from March 13 to March 27 so all heirs can be present. L. N. Russell, agent, requested the postponement.
Weather Bureau predictions for the week beginning Monday call for fair conditions in the North and Middle Atlantic States the first half with occasional rain in the second. Temperatures expected to be nearly normal.
Fragmentary notice notes ticket absence for an American Legion event titled Maus Weld Comedy with unclear date and venue details.
Help wanted for immediate labor on the Winchester and Western Railroad construction. Good wages and board offered. Applications should be sent to W. B. Corn-Bealle Simphente Virginia or BE. P. Beam.
Annfield, historic Clarke county estate, sold this week by Edward G. Butler to William Watkins of Philadelphia for 85000 dollars. The 350 acre property includes a limestone mansion. Butler keeps 100 acres. Watkins plans a large thoroughbred stock breeding farm and aims to take possession around May 1.
A planned power shutdown will affect Northern Virginia from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Utility crews warn residents to prepare for the outage and expect possible brief interruptions during the window.
Colored patrons are invited to purchase reserved seats for the Empire show. The American Legion presents the musical comedy AS YOU WAS on Thursday March 25. Seats available at Showalter's Drug Store. don’t wait.
A stove flare in a Pall Mall and Main streets smoke house at George W. Kremer’s residence started a blaze shortly after noon today. The fire damaged the roof and interior, estimated loss about $100. Fire brigades Friendship and Rouss stopped the spread despite high winds.
Wanted to purchase 100000 pounds of carpet bags must be cut sewn and in skeins. Payment nine cents per se. Bell phone 167 1. Car 17 1p 61. As a crisman Ford wanted If you want to sell write Box 110 Winchester Va 17 1p 4t
Advertisement notes a large centrally located store room on Mair Street offered by J. E. F. care Star with seating available at Showalter’s Drug Store. Call 197 for seats.
Men and young men seeking something different from the ordinary will attend Schloss Bros sale of fine woolens at Ryan and Orndoff's Friday and Saturday with an expert fitter in charge.
A fire at the Powhatan estate near Boyce Clarke County destroyed a frame tenant house and killed a one year old infant of Jane Bannister. The blaze started on the second floor likely from a defective flue and the main house and barn were threatened. Neighbors aided the effort as Winchester and Boyce fire crews arrived. insurance covered $1,000. Powhatan belongs to Peter H. Mayo of Richmond with seasonal occupancy by Dr. Robert C. Randolph and family.
Auction notice for a Shenandoah river farm near Strasburg and Valley Pike in Virginia. Describes 1 2 acres on the river with Southern Railroad access, 170 acres river bottom, 30 acres timber, river and springs water, a large dwelling, bank barn and outbuildings, and a milk route. Prospective buyers advised to write for price and terms to W A Trout and Son Real Estate and Insurance Front Royal VA.
Winchester Orchard Supply Company promotes the Cleveland tractor and Oliver orchard plow at 301 North Market Street with Bell Phone 313.
District 6 of the State Teachers Association brings together educators from Winchester Frederick and surrounding counties for March 25 to 27 at the State Normal School Harrisonburg. Open sessions feature Mr Harris Hart state superintendent and a reading of The Eastern Gate by Stratford Dramatic Club.
A few more good seats remain for the comedy As You Was. Tickets are on sale at Al Ter Drug Store. Call 197 for details.
Mrs. Chester Holtzman was taken to Winchester on Friday and underwent a surgical operation at Memorial Hospital the next day. She is recovering satisfactorily, accompanied by her husband and her mother Mrs. Rudolph of Fishers Hill.
The Anti-Saloon League denounces Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska for supporting a light wine and beer amendment to the prohibition code. Wayne Wheeler, the league's general counsel, says backing the measure would defeat Hitchcock at the Democratic Convention and threaten law enforcement.
The Maryland, claimed as the world’s most powerful battleship, was launched in Newport News with Mrs. E Brooks Lee sponsor. Secretary Daniels Governor Ruchle and naval officials attend the wartime ceremony.
The Winchester Seed Co announces large stocks of Claver Alsike Alfalfa Rape Cow Peas Soy Bean and other field and Brass seeds. They invite inquiries before purchase.
Seed oats advertised as pedigreed high grade with a bumper crop offered by Winchester Shed Co Inc. Listing highlights location and product quality for farming needs.
The Martinsburg city council approved a street paving ordinance making abutting property owners bear all costs. Asphalt at 7.60 per front foot or brick at 10.40, about 380 for 50 feet of frontage. Winchester covers part of roadway and sidewalk costs, a contrast highlighted in the discussion.
The Presbyterian Church holds a special meeting in Harrisonburg Virginia with Rev Dr William H Woods of Baltimore occupying the pulpit tomorrow morning and evening. Rev Dr J H Lacy assists Rev Dr B Wilson in the services.
All kinds of new crop garden seeds offered by the Winchester Seed Co Inc. Advertisement notes seed varieties and availability. The text appears as an old classified ad inviting gardeners to purchase seeds in season.
For sale Red Durham bull 699 pounds listed by C Schlack Braddock Street with 4 horse broad tread wagon in good condition.
Senator Trumen H. Newberry and 16 of 84 co defendants found guilty of criminal conspiracy in the 1918 senatorial election by a Grand Rapids federal court jury. Included are brother John Newberry and various business and political figures. penalties include fines up to 10000 or two years in prison.
Employment notice from Mrs A P Lyon of Winchester requests two maids for general work and partial care of a child. Contacts: 411 W Clifford St.
A short auto sale listing notes 1906 to 1920 model cars with prices 9275 16 800 and Ford trucks ranging from 450 to 650. Easy payments offered if desired by Chapman’s Auto Sales.
The Versailles peace treaty was sent back to President Wilson by the Senate after another ratification defeat. Officials said the plan is to bury the treaty in the State Department archives. Senate inaction blocked further steps, with Republican leaders expected to pursue a peace measure. Also noted is the return of Mrs Joseph N Trenary and her daughter Helen to Cumberland after a family death.
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