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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1925
Page
6
The late Hon. Packer of Lexington is mentioned along with JP McGuire of the same city. Also named is a member of Congress from Virginia’s Tenth District. The snippet preserves a political obituary context without graphic detail.
Fragmentary text notes West Water home and a ninth birthday celebration for someone named James or related to Mrs Wil s. Details are incomplete, with late refreshments mentioned after the event.
The record notes Grather Bane of Pullings Waters once active as a dealer in fre stock here. An old friend to many, he was known in business circles and was a member of the Golden Rule Bible association years ago while residing in the city.
Shenandoah Valley Academy students hold a dance in the school gymnasium this evening, inviting classmates to attend and enjoy music, dancing, and refreshments on campus.
Miss Cardell Rainsberger returned today to her home in Washington after a spell visiting relatives and friends in the city.
Mr H C Davis spends the weekend with Mrs Davis and their son at the home of Mrs Nancy Coble on West Water Street.
Mrs Margaret Joy came back to Martinsburg yesterday after visiting her daughter Mrs Lake Everhart at her Leicester street home for an extended stay.
Mrs Emma Anderson, who has been staying several days with her niece Mrs Lake Everhart, has returned to her home in Hedgesville West Virginia.
Mr. B. L. Byers of Rippon spent yesterday in town on business matters, meeting local contacts and handling errands.
Mr A Brown of New York City spent today at the Jack Hotel as part of a brief city visit. He was seen touring the lobby and meeting staff during afternoon hours.
Mr. Wilbur 0. Riley a Lynchburg College student spends several days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. George W. Riley on South Braddock Street to be with his brother Howe L. Riley who is recovering from an appendicitis operation.
Mrs. Carl Clevenger of Stephenson was seen shopping in town today.
Master Godfrey Zirkle and his father L Zirkle of Fairport arrive today in company with Mrs. Harry Worsley from Be, to visit the Litt family at their home on Sengeney road.
Lillian Smith of Washington is hosted as a guest for a period in this city, described as a Dewey Seal during the stay.
Miss Marying Hardy a faculty member at Park Country School in Balti lived here today and will spend spring vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs William G Hardy of South Washington Street.
Mrs. F. M. Stine of Capon Road and Mrs. Ruth Whittington of Toms Brook were in town today visiting relatives and attending local events.
Mrs. A J Whetzel of Wadesville spent the day shopping in town, visiting several stores and noting new arrivals. Her outing reflects a bustling local commerce scene with residents enjoying a day of retail activity.
Mrs. F. T. McFaden departed for Richmond today due to her sister Mrs. W. H. Bocok of Athens Georgia being ill. Mrs Bocok was operated on this morning at St. ans Hospital by Dr. Stuart Me ire.
Mr. B. Snyder, former Hib Store owner, left today for New York City to accept a position traveling on behalf of a New York house.
Mrs Winnefred Bagnell of Strasborg shopped in town today with her grandson Richard Ambrose accompanying her during the outing.
Miss Elizabeth Swartz will spend tomorrow in Washington with friends, signaling a brief personal excursion.
A fragmentary report notes an incident at a residence where a carpenter identified as anda Porch and a brother were nearby. The text indicates a fall and balance-related misfortune occurring yesterday, with unclear details and location.
The Empire show last night featured the Junior Music Box Revuers Rosie Benchoff William McDonough Frederick Schreiber and Charles Sydney. These amateur students from Massanutten Academy Woodstock Va sang popular tunes and offered light chatter to lively applause. Audience enthusiasm indicated strong enjoyment and support for the performers.
Relatives reported Seaman Larrick severely burned in an accident aboard a ship. Larrick, a native of the country, served in the United States Navy and sustained injuries while at his station aboard.
A fragmentary OCR note mentions K. v Airp and a TM president with initials A B N I chime Dat Hawkins Pa. The readable bits point to a legal or corporate dispute but lack clear names, dates, or actions to determine outcome or parties.
A funeral is scheduled tomorrow for Catlett, a 16 year old daughter of Perry. The service will be at 1 oclock at a local house with Rev. Polk and Wash Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Orrick cemetery.
A fragmental meditation likens life to pure snowfields with gentle footsteps and a tranquil landscape, evoking a serene, reflective mood. The excerpt hints at ongoing pursuit of virtue and steady progress through a quiet, wintry scene.
Mrss TRASIONNOTH AMEENS visits town today. Wyndham spent yesterday in Berryville Virginia as guest of Mrs Vierney who travels to Elkins today. Vierney and Mrs Kremer share apartments above Streit’s Main Street store. The Girls' Athletic Association was entertained last night at the home of Mrs Harrisonburg after the Sebeleen game with music by a colored jazz orchestra.
Mary Quick and Linda recount a social evening spent with friends last night. The low key gathering centered on conversation and casual dining as they enjoyed each other's company.
Norfolk Virginia and Philadelphia relatives return home after funeral of Captain G. W. Koontz of Woodstock. The services were conducted by Li D. P. Magruder of Portman and Mrs. W. C. zahladelphia with accompanying pallbearers and local attendees.
Lakenan has returned to her home on Cedar Creek after visiting her sister Mrs A Grove on Middle Road. A D Jones and daughter Prances Jones spent seven days at Grace Dodge hotel in Washington.
Miss Sophie Baker has a returned ami Minuto, friends in cantern a s Miss Lou Sibert spent the day in town with her sister, Miss Sibert, 10, a patient at Memorial Hospi
Murphysboro amid mounting casualties reports a rising death tally to about 201 with 700 injured. relief workers rush to provide semi permanent housing food and clothing as doctors and nurses arrive. a 12 year old boy was rescued from debris at login staged school and burial of the dead begins across southern Illinois with hundreds yet unburied and a request for medical aid to combat gangrene.
Despite IRE absence the Rev J F Morgan assists in evangelistic drive at Albany First Christian Church. Rev Norgian E B Cooper will occupy the pulpit Sunday at 11 am. Christian Endeavor leads 7:30 pm. Sunday school at 9:15 am. All welcome.
Victoria BC reports a new British Columbia law affecting beer sales in bars. The reform targets beer cuhe and glide ty 40 be sold in Van- SN i sigh. The article notes changing fashion in beer styles and the impact on local venues as the law comes into effect in March.
A fragmented report notes final steps to settle a road lease and merger involving Pere Marquette and Van Swig lines, contingent on Interstate Commerce Commission permission. The deal aims to place Pere Marquette within a broader network as a preliminary to the proposed integration.
Representative Hatend Walasas wrapped up a district tour visiting multiple towns with his father and aides. Judge Harrison plans to return to Washington tomorrow to stay in touch with Virgin constituents and keep his office during the congressional recess.
In Chicago a disputed statement alleges a boy’s will named Shepherd as framed while an associate press report references the tainted claim. Names and details are unclear due to damaged text.
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