Sheriff captures suspect after dramatic Pike pole chase
Sheriff Pannett confronted a prisoner named William Stroker in Gainesboro County. The suspect, allegedly from Montana, attempted to rob Julian Larrick then fled toward Winchester, pulling a revolver on the sheriff. Larrick intervened and the pistol was wrestled away as the car crashed into a telephone pole. Stroker was jailed on a theft charge and faces further counts after a second arrest warrant.
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Pannett
William Stroker
Montana
Julian Larrick
Gainesboro
Stroker
Mr. Larrick
Sheriff Pannett
Krebs
Corporation Court
300 Mines Shut Down By WV Operators During Strike
Baltimore March 27 The scale committee failure prompts operators to close 550 mines under Northern West Virginia cpal miners and District 17 for the duration of the coal strike set to begin April 1. Board of directors announced the action taken yesterday.
Davis Fined for Speeding by Mayor Glass
A motor speeding violation led to a $19 fine plus costs imposed by Mayor Glass on C A Davis. The complaint was filed by night policemen. Also noted are small classified items including 12 inch Collar Pads at 89c and a lost breast pin with a picture offered for return to the Star Office.
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Glass
C. A. Davis
Star Office
Kit Hall and Castell in wild west stunt at city fair
William C Hall and Edward J Castell were involved in a chaotic incident at the city fair. They displayed revolvers, assaulted a bartender and storekeeper, and threatened others prompting police to intervene at North Pine street and nearby locations.
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Dudson
Voure
Apelle Lerday
Proubile
Baltimore News
Sats Lowing
Whment
Aintriet
William C. Hall
Sixth Street
Edward J. Castel
Seventh Street
Bgl
Eas
Georgia
Castell Eeen
Nettie Mossberger
North Pine Street
Walter J. Rogers
George Conway
Hall
Halli
Gonway
Rogers
Castell
Samuel Lesser
Brandt
Ludwig
Elks Minstrel Show Opens Tonight at Empire Theater
The first of two Elks Minstrel Shows is set for 8:30 p.m. at the Empire Theater. The production promises music, dancing, and bright star performers with advance ticket sales strong and many seats still available. The final show will follow tomorrow night.
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the Empire
Elks
For Fruit Growers Sprayers and Dusting Supplies Ad
The advertisement offers Hayes Power Sprayer and Niagara Dust with immediate delivery. Lime sulfur stated as reliable for high quality fruit, dusting machinery available, Corona Dry Lead and Arsenate priced at 13 cents per pound. Location listed as Market Street and phone contact for Win Qrc Bupply Co. as supplier.
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Hayes
Corona
WIN
QRC
Bupply Co
Market St
Primary Election Preview For Fourteenth Ward Council Seats
Voters reminded to refresh memory ahead of the April primary for city council seats. Only three candidates can win in the ward, so voters should choose carefully to ensure adequate representation on the council. Democratic City Executive outlines candidates and voting date set for April 14.
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Puncil
Orret
Retail food prices fall across several cities
The Bureau of Statistics reports retail food prices down between 1 and 4 percent since February 15. Cities listed include Manchester Vermont Bridgeport Baltimore Newark and New Haven with reductions outlined in a table.
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Associated Press
Washington
Bureau of Statistics
Mapchester
Vermont
Bridgeport
Balti
Newark
New Haven
Limited 50-foot Valley lot sale at $1000
Opportunity to own a 50 foot lot on the Valley offered at $1000 with only five available. Home builders receive preference. See Baker & Shayock, W. Water Street for details.
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Baker & Shayock
W. Water Street
Pastor's Wife Stricken With Influenza at Lexington
Mrs. Woods wife of Rev Clarence Woods pastor of Centenary Reformed Church has an influenza like illness at her parents home in Lexington North Carolina. The illness is mild and not considered serious with expectation of quick recovery. The pastor and family had recently attended Rotary Club meeting in Winston-Salem and were visiting Mrs Woods parents when illness occurred.
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Woods
Clarence Woods
Centenary Reformed Church
Lexington
N. C
and Lees
Enon
Winston-Salem
Cedar Chest Guard Offers Fur and Wool Storage
Readable line hints at cedar chest protection service for furs and woolens. Mentions location SWIMLEY and a code 23-e30-Ip RMM. Action implies offering protective storage with cedar chests.
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Swimley
Mr Herbert Henry Undergoes jawbone operation
Mr Herbert Henry underwent an operation at Memorial Hospital last Friday in which a small portion of his jawbone was removed. He passed through the procedure satisfactorily and is resting well today.
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Larrick
Herbert Henry
Memorial Hospital
Rebecca Mamiali Illness Report At South Braddock Street
Miss Rebecca Mamiali, a nurse from Washington, is visiting to care for her relatives as Mrs. A. March and her son Mr. March recover at their home on South Braddock Street.
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Rebecca Mamiali
Washington
March
South Braddock Street
Local Notices and Classified Ads Highlight Sales and Help Wanted
Migs Winifred Ormhoff of Washington visits relatives in this city. Armstrong linoleum and rugs showcased. Read Moling & Seals floor covering ad on page 1. Price’s sale on April 4 features hogs sows and pigs. Laborers wanted at New Handley School Grounds Equity. BETTS & BOICE INC.
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Migs Winifred Ormhoff
Washington
Moling & Seal
Handley ‘Bchool
Equity
Ip ‘Betts & Boice, Inc
J Edw Cooper Dies After Long Illness in Winchester
J Edw Cooper, lifelong Winchester resident and retired wholesale merchant, died peacefully after a long illness. Born February 17 1863, he studied at Roanoke College and worked with Barr and Cooper then Cooper Brothers before retiring in 1904. He led Grace Lutheran Sunday school and championed the Virginia Anti-Saloon League, serving on the state executive committee and numerous church councils.
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Iinc
Winchester
Cooper
Old Windestrnal
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Roanoke College
Salem
Barr and Cooper
Oscar, Berr
Coer Brothers
J. EB
T. J
Lewis F. Cooper
Lutheran Church
Anti-Saloon League of
Virginia
William B. Baker
Grace Lutheran Church
Old Dominion
League
United Synod of the South
Winchester to Hold Inter School Debate at City Hall
The first inter school debate in Winchester is set for Sunday night at City Hall Auditorium. Winchester High School will face Staunton's Robert E Lee team in a Virginia High School Literary League event. The winner advances to the May 5 and 6 Virginia University semi finals.
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Winchester
City Hall
Winchester High School
Robert B. Lee Tehbot
Staunton
Virginia High School Literary ‘League
University of Virginia
Wen Ket Bib Gohants
Edith Cornwell
Elizabeth
Smith
Mesars
Ritter
Wenderleo
Virgscia High Schoos Literary
Bennett
Crate of Virginia
Cs Fl
Mrs Sterling Arrives to Visit Sick Brother in Fairmont
Mrs A W Sterling of Fairmont Virginia arrives from Florida to stay with her seriously ill brother Charles L Robinson on North Street. Their brother Clarence Robinson of Fairmont visits. Miss Pansy Jacobs registered nurse from Fairmont arrives to attend in Mr Robertson's sick room.
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A. W. Sterling
Fairmont
Florida
Charlies L. Robinson
Clarence Robinson
Pansy Jacobs
Obituary and fruit trade ad mix from Williamsport
The text lists apple varieties offered by Mauchety Via ibtary Williamsport Maryland and notes funeral details for Mr Cyr and Mr Cooper. It mentions Grace Church Roanoke College Grace Church trustees and family members including Lewis F Thomas J Cooper and Mrs Nettle Ryan with pallbearers named. The funeral is at Grace Church with interment at Mount Hebron.
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Liberans of
South
Senate 3
Einedelphia
General Synod of the
United States
Cooper
Roanoke College
Council
Grace Church of Winchester
Lewis F
Thomas . J. Cooper
Nettle Ryan
A. A. Kelly
Mount
Hebron Tery
Lewis
William
Claude
Glenn
Roland Ryan
William E. Cooper
Eugene B. Cooper
Harry H. Willis
J. Few Brown
G. Casper Fries
A. L. Green
A. D. Henkel
B. M. Kees
Jonir A. Kern
William Sc Huett
George K, Heist
Local High School Baseball Schedule and Events
The Wiheheter High School baseball team opens play next Saturday at the B7 with the season developing. Upcoming games list Luray High April 15 and April 19, Martinsburg May 3, Hagerstown May 10, Chambersburg May 18, Winchester May 21, and other dates through June 8. Schools involved include Luray High, Winchester, Martinsburg, and Hagerstown with regional venues noted.
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Wiheheter High School
Téant
Erstown High
Sahar Gleee
Royal
Luray High Grey
Central
Washington
Winchester
Kerabure School
Martinsburg
Luray High School
Chester
Hagérstown
Hagerstown
Witte
Charberdure
Chambersburg
Wincester
Win
Vo AL
Virginia Book, Deaf
Beautiful Wow in Mad Love at Auditorium Saisie
A fragmentary note describes a beauty, a beautiful woman, and unrequited affection set as a scene at the Auditorium Saisie. The text hints at romance amid ornate imagery of jewels and cinema spectacle.
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Auditorium
Saisie
Free State Bill Passes Third Reading in House
Lord London reports that the Free State Bill passed its third and final reading in the House today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
House of i
Virginia Home on Salon Avenue Seeks Buyer or Trade
A Virginia home on Salon Avenue with large grounds and a fruit garden is offered with easy terms, broker G. Miller handling inquiries and a promised reward for information leading to its sale.
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Virginia
Salon Avenue
G. Miller
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Anther
Tavenner
Grand Jury
Ma) Tavenner
King
France
Texas
Theman
Larricks
The
Baltimore
West Virginia
Cpal
District 17
R. M. Swimley
Kit Hall
Wild
West
Empire Tonight
Sapril
Inpase Nephew
Armstrong
J. Edw. Cooper
Siaonton
Williamsport
Gano
Jonathan
J Golden
B. Twig
Carmen
Hiley
Biberta
Eagorted
Rees
Sonora
Dhia
Sonore
Brown
Puiné
Star Q
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