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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1921
Page
1
Heavy frost plunged Frederick County crops into trouble with temperatures dropping from 84 to 22. Late fruits including peaches and pears likely wiped out, while York Imperial apples may escape severe damage. Growers fear scarce late varieties and possible further losses if frost returns tonight.
Reports from Pennsylvania Maryland Oklahoma Missouri Kansas and other states show heavy frost damage to peaches cherries and plums. Officials estimate losses in the millions with Oklahoma reporting 95 percent crop ruin and western states sustaining substantial damage to fruit trees.
Naturalist John Burroughs died on a train near Kingsville Ohio early this morning. Cause appears to be heart disease. He was returning to his West Park New York home from Pasadena California aboard a motor trip with Thomas Edison Henry Ford and friends.
Mrs W Alexander Baker returns from Catonsville Md after funeral of half brother Joseph Swift Browne a retired businessman died at home in Catonsville about 56 years old survived by widow two children and one brother Willing Browne Also half brother of Major Bowyer B Browne US Army and Horace C Browne of the city Born in Philadelphia spent life in Maryland and Virginia
Event advertised by the colored people of Winchester to take place at the Auditorium Theater. Tickets priced 50 cents down and 25 cents up, with sales at Baker's Drug Store.
In Dria Sicily on March 29 clashes between nationalists and socialists left several dead and many wounded. Police restored order and made a number of arrests.
An icy blast and rapid temperature drops sweep New York Pennsylvania Maryland and New Jersey. From Syracuse to Cumberland frost and hail threaten fruit crops while a small cyclone damages property near Hagerstown and Brownsville.
Teas and social events honor Miss Baker as preparations for her wedding proceed. Guests include Miss Jenna Jordan of Newport News and bridesmaids from Richmond. The ceremony will be conducted by Rev. Nelson P. Dame with a reception at Colonel Baker’s home on South Washington Street.
The Orchard Supply Co lists high test lime sulfur solution sherwin Williams arsenate of lead and dry lime lime sulfur Pyrex Bordeaux Bluestone Black Leaf 40 for ap h is now the time to use it. 7 sprayer repairs and gas and kerosene engines pumps and accessories for fruit crops at 801 N Market St phone 213.
The late Levi Miller orchard, three miles west of Stephens City, sells at public auction in front of the Court House next Saturday April 2. Over 16 acres of limestone land, most in bearing apple trees, with a comfortable residence and immediate possession.
Athens dispatch reports former Prime Minister Venizelos will visit Japan as the Mikado invites him to arbitrate pending frictions between Japan and the United States. The London telegram to Patris notes Venizelos travels to Tokyo for talks.
Local advertising promotes power sprayers for crops with emphasis on bean or Hayes models. Claims quick, cost efficient spraying with quality service and best prices. Includes phone number 313 and address 301 N Market St.
Winchester Seed Co Inc markets new crop lawn grass and garden seeds in all varieties. Also advertised is a sale on used tires described as in good condition, with an owner selling a car at a bargain, and a listing for Collis and Wagner.
The Slabtown Convention presents a comic farce with 46 performers at City Hall Auditorium to raise funds for Winchester Memorial Hospital. Spectacular colorful costumes and music promise lively entertainment, with early seating urged as audiences are expected to sell out.
Robert G. Gibbens left for Washington after a telegram from a government depot head requesting a conference. Gibbens, longtime inspector with the Postoffice Department, oversaw the Reading district for many years.
The Empire screens Panther starring Wm. Faversham and Vera Gordon in The Sin That Was His and The Greatest Love. Also on the bill are Buster Keaton in One Week and Mack Sennett’s Fickle Fancy. Two thousand attended Passion and Lloyd’s Now or Never drew a full house.
Fordson tractor to be demonstrated on Baker Bros orchard beside Dr Whitlock on Valley Pike next Monday 2 to 5 pm. Another demonstration at Hunter orchard next Wednesday 2 to 5 pm. Public invited. Chapman s Auto Sales 3-26-1p-3t
Winchester players defeated Martinsburg men 188 to 62 in a billiard contest at the Gem parlors. Proceeds amounting to 8 dollars were donated to Memorial Hospital ambulance. Leon Chrismore made high runs of 18 21 and 27. A rematch is set for Martinsburg next Monday.
President McParland of the international typographical union announced support for the strike in Binghamton with a fund of 3,500,000 dollars. The dispute affects newspapers. papers publish under the open shop plan with formal editions.
An abbreviated notice advertises a free voting contest and directs readers to view the advertisement in the paper. No additional names, dates, or locations are provided in the readable text.
The United States Railroad Labor Board refused to admit the National Industrial Traffic League to the ongoing rules case. The board said hearing the petitioner would not help and would not serve the public interest, warning that admitting the group could invite many similar bodies and prolong hearings. A separate notice offers a reward for a sorrel mare with a white face and other property near Alvin Haines.
AP dispatch from Athens reports Greek troops have occupied the city of Heki-Shehr and taken numerous prisoners along with large quantities of war materials. The message notes a Central News dispatch in London dated March 29.
Norma Talmadge appears at the Empire in Panthea tonight with showings at 6:30 and 8:45. Promotions trumpet her as a nationwide popular star with ten new reels and multiple features. A housing request note follows, seeking a house and lot near Equity Grounds.
Toledo March 28 Between six thousand and seven thousand employees will return to the Overland automobile plant on Monday announced Vice President Wilson. The plant closed down November 1 1920.
Promptly and properly executed. a modern drilling rig now operates in the Winchester vicinity. No charge for locating water strata as offered by WM. J. GOCHENOUR of Maurertown, Virginia. Advertisement references Conner's Bargain Store at 11 West Water Street.
A committee of eleven led by Charles E. Dawes was appointed by President Harding to investigate the administration of the war risk insurance bureau, including vocational training and care for wounded or disabled servicemen.
A brisk morning rally in New York stocks recovered earlier losses with gains of 1 to 2 points for Atlantic Gulf Crucible Steel Mexican Petroleum American Woolen General Asphalt and May Department Store. Rails were largely steady with limited quotes and call money offered at 6 1 4 percent.
An item notes a free voting contest advertised in a window at The Peoples Drug Co. The short notice requests attention to the display and invites participation or inquiry about the contest.
A 99 year data compilation by P. P. Eatson analyzes all school expenditures in Virginia including salaries, buildings, and operations. The report notes rising per pupil costs and contrasts it with state tobacco and liquor spend, highlighting how education funding compares to other statewide expenses and urging reflection on public priorities.
Men's suits priced at 12.60 for this week only. This is described as the biggest bargain offered, with emphasis on a special sale in progress.
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