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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1925
Page
1
Severe fires and a police chase sweep Snow Hill Maryland as Bevan brothers linked to a jail escape prompt a large pursuit. Deputies and bloodhounds trailing fugitives through dense Worcester County woods after incidents including shootings, car wrecks, and arson near Newark County. Police enforce manhunt with federal and local officers coordinating in the Virginia border region.
Dr. H. A. Neville of Millwood Virginia and University of Illinois chemist urged metric system adoption at the Illinois Academy of Science in Springfield. He argued the present US system is an awkward jumble with many bushel, pound, and foot varieties and warned that metric units would simplify education and cut costs. He noted South American trade favors metric units and urged manufacturers to align with Europe.
Fire captain John Milloy killed as Newport city hall burned. Fireman John Royman injured when roof collapsed on him during the blaze. Building damage reported extensive. Associated Press dispatch dated March 24.
No, and two oats suitable for seed. HOCKMAN and Soy offer 6 setting hens, Island Red or Barred, for good prices. HENKLE, City, advertises money to lend on improved real estate security. D LARRICK, Attys.
New York March 24 The stock market showed a straw undertone as urgent liquidation faded and bears paused at current levels Brokers loans fell by 300 million dollars in recent weeks tempering bearish sentiment Trading was dull on the rally Official word that no receivership was planned for the Taterborough Rapid Transit Company sparked a sharp rise in securities of interest Motors and accessories independent steels and oils strengthened Call money renewed at 31 percent
Fairmont West Virginia March 24 An official inquiry into the explosion at Bethlehem Mining No 41 last week that killed 39 began today after the recovery of the final victim s body The inquest is led by R M Lambie chief of West Virginia mine inspectors Four mine workers are held in connection with reports that the mine was bombed The mine had operated on a non union basis since last October with no major labor disturbances detected at the outset of the probe
Handley High School fields a strong baseball team coached by a long-time Handley faculty member in his fifth season. With about thirty candidates at practice, captained by Woodward, the squad eyes Cumberland Valley success and games against Charlotte, Hall, Alexandria, Randolph-Macon, Harrisonburg, Chambersburg, Hagerstown, and V. M. freshmen.
The Harrington Adams Company presents The Glorious Girl for the American Legion home talent show. Prominent locals praise rehearsals and the cast features Steve Molly and others with a beautiful chorus and ten ladies in The Letter Carriers. Curtain rises promptly at 7:30 with full orchestra. Tickets are sold at the Emire Theatre from 50 cents to 1.50. box prizes awarded for selling the most tickets.
Certified seed potatoes offered at a special price off car by L. L. Hockman & Son. The notice lists a seed potato sale and indicates location and price terms available from the seller.
A for sale notice describes apartment house number 270 on Pilly Street offered for investment. It mentions 12 percent pane? and trustee details with unclear terms. The fragment emphasizes sale action and a financial interest but lacks verifiable dates or full names.
Hartford dispatch reports three days to select two jurors in the Parcelly murder case. Chapman, shackled and guarded, was to be transported from the state prison at Wethersfield as jury selection begins with 25 challenges per side. A "great show" and elaborate security accompany the impending court appearance.
The New York State Athletic Commission placed heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and his manager Jack Kearns on the ineligible list for failing to reply satisfactorily to a demand that Dempsey accept a challenge from Harry Wills. Dempsey was not suspended since he holds no New York license, but ineligibility prevents boxing licenses until relations with the commission are adjusted.
New York March 24 Madison Square Garden once slated for razing by its owners New York Life Insurance Company to make way for an office building has received a reprieve until December The postponement stems from a scarcity of structural steel delaying the planned May demolition and razing of the building.
Dr. William T. Sanger secretary of the State Board of Education was elected president of the Medical College Virginia at a special trustees meeting in Richmond March 24 succeeding Dr. Stuart McGuire.
The Philadelphia Festival Orchestra signed to appear at Handley School Auditorium in Winchester on Monday May 4. The 50 players, core of the Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra, bring a program shaped by conductor Dr Rich. Tickets go on sale in advance at the Empire ticket office through local courtesy.
President Coolidge proposes two track plan for a new naval limitation conference. He asks Secretary Kellogg to determine technical limits to be considered and to sound out other powers informally on whether to call the conference. The move outlines groundwork and diplomatic sentiment as prerequisites.
On Leicester Street just west of Stewart eight rooms with steam heat and hardwood floors throughout. Includes double rear porches larger basement and a good bay. Priced at 10500 dollars. Sullivan Real Estate exclusively.
March 24 Chicago and surrounding states reel from last Wednesday tornado. Rebuilding advances as carpenters rush to erect hundreds of dwellings and relief workers aid thousands of injured and homeless. Epidemic risk diminished as sanitary measures improve water supplies watched and diphtheria antitoxin rushed to Carbondale. Relief funds climb. Illinois emergency relief bill grants 10,000. Emphasis on employing displaced men while road construction aims to revive economy and offset property losses near 20,000 dollars.
Moscow reports the Soviet court annulled the Sakhalin Island concession granted to Sinclair Oil. The court ordered the government to return 200000 rubles in guarantee money already deposited by the American company.
The Valparaiso Indiana post office was robbed of postage and revenue stamps valued at 40000 dollars. Police report the robbers escaped without detection and the incident was relayed to Chicago detectives.
Vienna March 24 Albert H Washburn has tendered his resignation as United States minister to Austria He cited customary practice of diplomats to place posts at the disposal of the President amid White House changes He was appointed in 1922 by President Harding and steps down now for personal or official reasons.
Salvation Army services will be held Tuesday and Wednesday at 7.30 p m. Band of Love members will meet and mothers who are interested are invited to attend this branch of work. Thursday and Saturday also at 7.30 p m with open air meeting possible if weather permits.
The Rev. Harry M. Crim will conduct a prayer meeting at the Presbyterian Church on Wednesday evening for the pastor the Rev. Dr. P. F. T. Mc. Faden who will be in Richmond for a few days.
Winchester Seed Co advertises high germination seed corn in white, yellow and ensilage varieties. The notice highlights quality seed for planting with emphasis on vigor and reliability.
Flames gutted two large frame buildings at Waynesboro and a plant in Staunton area, causing about 75000 dollars in damage. Officials said production halted and machinery rendered useless while insurers adjust claims. Authorities expect rebuilding to begin soon as the region’s vinegar maker, National Company, plans to resume operations in a rebuilt facility.
W Hough a well known entomologist formerly with Ohio State University and Virginia Crop Pest Commission returns this spring to resume duties at the laboratory on Fairmont Avenue accompanied by Mrs Hough. He recently earned a master of science at Stanford and holds a degree from Ohio State. he will work under F J Seat at the Winchester field site and will again be involved in orchard work.
Mr Mortimer Hawking, formerly of Winchester and now in Washington DC, offers bets today for a return tomorrow. The note lists ставки and asks for paticulars, reflecting an informal wagering item in a local notices column.
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