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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1929
Page
1
Reverend F Z McFaden argues civic and fraternal groups in Virginia number about 200000, serving family church state and community, while noting their voluntary roots and social impulse. He questions their justification in a practical utilitarian age. The piece discusses their divine origins and social utility, with continued discussion promised on page two.
Voters in the November election must pay Capitation Tax for 1928 on or before May 4 1929 and also any unpaid 1926 and 1927 Capitation Taxes. Treas Robert S Smith Frederick County and Wm T Barr City of Winchester.
William Noonan a native of Winchester and longtime Buffalo contractor died at his home 168 Lexington Avenue Buffalo after a long illness Survived by widow Elizabeth two sons Arthur and Gordon and daughter Elizabeth all of Buffalo three brothers John T J Mack and Martin Noonan The Winchester Eagle lodge Fraternal Order of Eagles member had lived in Buffalo about 20 years and formerly worked with Mulhern Company in Scranton. Funeral arrangements were not announced.
The twenty third annual meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Winchester Presbytery opened at the Presbyterian Church in Charles Town West Virginia. Morning devotions were led by Mrs Frank T McFaden with greetings from Mrs Theodore A Brown and responses by Mrs A McCoy.
New York May 1 The stock market rose on favorable trade news and better credit conditions. Activity revived and broad gains appeared with many active issues climbing 2 to around 16 points to fresh yearly highs. Call money eased to about 11 percent midday, closing with strong turnover near 4,300,000 shares.
Republican Executive Committee urges voters to pay poll tax before May 4 1925. The notice stresses electoral participation and lists the call to action for citizens to cast ballots in upcoming elections.
Richmond Va May 1 Kiwanis International president C S Cummings told Kiwanis club members that no more potent factor in civic leadership exists than Kiwanis in 1 766 communities in the United States and Canada with 101 000 members. He described membership as the highest honor and outlined strict standards for prospective members. The speech highlighted Kiwanis aims in service to humanity, promoting peace, goodwill, and support for underprivileged groups.
Richard Barthelmess stars in a special prevue of Weary River at the Capitol Theatre tonight. The program starts 11:30 with doors at 11, featuring Dick singing the hit Weary River and a sound Aesops Fables feature. Also promoted is Show Boat opening at midnight with Cherniavsky's review of the score and hits.
The Loose-Wiles Biscuit Company of Long Island City praised for free samples distributed after the Apple Blossom Festival parade. A fearsome truck delivered 10 000 cakes while crowds flocked for second helpings as Moling and Cather showcased new wash materials.
The S P C A rummage sale will be held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Proceeds go to support local animal aid and shelter programs.
A 1925 Hambley High School class ring is missing. Initials F. N. engraved and a reward is offered at the Star office.
The Tri-State Golf Association met at Belle Haven in Alexandria on April 27. Stone Jackson Golf Club Staunton was elected to fill a vacancy. Officials announced 1920 plans including May 26 Fredericksburg and June 8 Alexandria meets with a fixed match system and prizes for top performers.
Col. Charles A. Lindbergh leaves Bolling Field at 10 30 a m in a monoplane for New York following an appearance before the Congressional Airport Commission where he advocated a model airport for the capital.
Local listing for auto seat covers with sample views and price details under Thom. H. Sprint. Readable note indicates a sale event at Eberts Garage, listing samples and contact details.
A well attended First Baptist Church meeting featured singing by Mr. and Mrs. Van Der Linden and Miss Jennie Lind Hockman. Rev. Dr. Jones preached from Luke 14:17-18 about excuses for not believing, contrasting reason and excuse, and outlining four common modern excuses to avoid accepting Christ.
Outstanding Virginia industrial leaders will gather in Winchester on Saturday for the semiannual meeting of the Virginia Manufacturers Association. H B McCormac president of the Virginia Woolen Company will preside and several captains of industry are to speak on timely topics. An industrial survey of the state may be discussed. Winchester locals will host a dinner at the George Washington Hotel at 6:30 PM.
A coroner's jury in Hagerstown Maryland returned a verdict that Mrs Vada C Lewis died in an accident without placing blame. Authorities said no further action would be taken until the May grand jury session. Cyrus Stouffer had been convicted of driving while intoxicated but appealed prior to Mrs Lewis death.
Journeymen plumbers began a strike in Cumberland Maryland demanding a fifty dollar weekly wage and a five day week. The Masters Plumbers Association refused the demand. Workers currently earn eight dollars a day with a half day Saturday, totaling about forty four dollars weekly.
A 24 hour strike of cooks and stewards aboard the French liner He dé France ended and the ship was set to sail at midnight. The earlier 1 am departure was delayed after 200 deck hands joined the dispute in support of the crew.
Negotiations closed for the Presbyterian Church to purchase the D. J. Willey residential property adjoining the church on South Loudoun Street for 11000 dollars. Possession to pass on 30 days notice. The building will be used for overflow Sunday school as the existing space is insufficient. Former owner was P. Grove, now of Baltimore.
B F Slane of Cold Stream West Virginia received a consignment of 75000 brook trout from the United States Bureau of Fisheries to stock the local waters. No fishing is allowed in the stream for three years as a condition of the transfer. Public cooperation is requested to uphold the agreement.
All members of the Friendship Fire Company are asked to meet at Friendship Hall at 8 o'clock Thursday evening May 2. Committee chairmen must report on banquet arrangements at this gathering. Capt. Fred W. Forney chairs the event.
Lace curtains done right very reasonable. Call 28 for service and pricing details.
General Flores takes Agua Prieta in Sonora after a three hour cross border conference at the Nogales customs house. General Jose Gonzalo Escobar vows to fight on as U S troops stand ready near Camp Stephen D Little during negotiations led by Mexican consul and Brig Gen Cocell.
In Petroria South Africa May L a white farmer Jack Nafte was lashed ten times in jail for torturing a native employee by tying him head down from a tree and flogging him until death. He had already been sentenced to seven years hard labor, but the judge added corporal punishment. The cabinet rejected mercy.
William Sanford Wright 18, a star athlete at Wheelersburg High School, was found shot to death in a country lane near Wheelersburg. A search party locating him reported the discovery near Portsmouth. Police attributed the death to a gun incident as investigators began examining the scene.
Mrs. Harry F. Herman a mother of three was killed by a ten foot fall from her porch to a brick walk at Shady Grove Pa Her neck was broken and she died within minutes in the incident reported by the Associated Press in Hagerstown Md on May 1
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