Byrd Flight at Spitzbergen Tests Oil System in Arctic
The Byrd expedition's test flight at Kings Bay Spitzbergen piloted by Floyd Bennett lasted two hours. The Josephine lifted off smoothly amid cheers as it tested oil-system performance in Arctic conditions. A broken wireless generator caused brief unease but was secured on landing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Bird
New York Times
Kings Bay
Spitzbergen
Byrd
Floyd O. Bennett
Bennett
Novalle
Parker
Petersen
Josephine
King’s Bay
Amundsen
Hllsworth
Fokker
Norge
Autos Stolen On City Streets Reported
A coupe stolen from The Plaza Wednesday night belonged to Mrs. Charles Feltner. It bore motor number Poole and Virginia license 74138. A red Durant owned by R. L. Chaplin was taken from West Water Street front, motor 45011, Virginia license 24504. Police Sass or Soe’s Chevro-
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Charles Feltner
Poole
Virginia
R. L. Chaplin
West Water Street
Infant Kennneth G. Jones Dies at 1 Year 10 Months
Infant Kenneth G. Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. L. Jones, died at their South Cameron street home from double pneumonia. He was 1 year 10 months old. Survived by four brothers George, Lawrence, Robert Lee and Forrest Jones. Funeral at 2 p.m. Saturday at the house with Rev. Dr. Charles A. Freed of Grace Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Mount Hebron Cemetery.
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Kenneth G. Jones
Robert E. L. Jones
Cameron Street
Kenneth
George
Lawrence
Robert Lee
Forrest Jones
Charles A. Freed
Grace Lutheran Church
Mount Hebton
Mother's Day Gift Ideas From The Flower Shop
A brief note from The Flower Shop promotes Mother's Day gifts and two options for Sunday deliveries. It suggests bouquets and small arrangements to celebrate mothers with same day or early-week delivery.
Daugherty Indicted in New York Conspiracy Case
Former United States attorney general Harry M. Daugherty was indicted by a federal grand jury in New York on a conspiracy charge tied to the American Metal Company case. Co‑defendant Thomas W. Miller and others are named in the indictment alleging efforts to gain $391,000. Daugherty expressed no fear and claimed he knew nothing of the case until after it was resolved.
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Associated Press
New York
Harry M. Daugherty
United States
Thomas W. Miller
American Metal Company
Gment
Daugherty
Miller
Daugherty, King
Jesse Smith
Columbus
Ohio
New Pastor Preaches at First Baptist Winchester
The Rev. EH. T. Clark has accepted the pastorate of the First Baptist Church in Winchester and arrives to lead Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. He will also attend Sunday school and the young people's meeting. A Virginia native, he recently completed studies at the Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville and previously pastored in McHenry Kentucky. He is staying with Dr. and Mrs. E. A. Humston on South Loudoun Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EH. T. Clark
First Baptist Church
Winchester
Mr. Clark
Virginia
The
Baptist Theological Seminary
Louisville
Clark
McHenry
E. A. Humston
South Loudoun Street
Theft of Buick Car Reported During Festival
Harry R. Kern reported the theft of his Buick coupe from in front of the Greek Restaurant on North Loudoun Street Wednesday night. The motor number 1324767 state license 73899 city license 1228 were sent out by Kern's representatives. The car was insured.
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Harry R. Kern
North Loudoun Street
Many New and Novel Arts With Legion Carnival
The Dykman and Joyce Shows, under the American Legion, showcase new thrills at Kremer's lot. The Caterpillar ride debuts in the city, the Dangler arrives from Europe, plus Montana Mack's side show and the Florida Minstrels. Boxers and wrestlers perform in the arena, Taylor brothers present free acrobatic acts, with colorful booths for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dykman
Joyce
Kremer
American Legion
Europe
Montana Mack
Florida Minstrels
Taylor Brothers
Cranival Company
Household goods for sale at 33 N Braddock St May 12
A local listing advertises sale of an entire household goods collection from 33 North Braddock Street on May 12. Auction details include items from a single residence and are described in the readable fragment.
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N. Braddock St
Personal Notice From Austin Copeland
Announcement from Austin Copeland stating that after a separation he will not be responsible for any debts his wife Mary Fisher Copeland may incur. The note specifies the separation and assigns no liability for future debts.
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Mary ‘Fisher’ Copeland
Débie
Austin Copeland
Virginia Loan and Thrift Corporation Opens in Winchester
A new Virginia Loan and Thrift Corporation will open Saturday at 105 North Loudoun Street to provide small loans for paying off merchant accounts and assisting those not qualifying for banks. J S Haldeman heads the Chamber linked venture with H C Sheetz as vice president and Judge Lake J Frazier as secretary treasurer. Alson S Hott named local manager with W P Walker aiding the first sixty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Loan and Thrift Corporation
North Loudoun Street
Chamber of Commerce
Iit
Danville
Charlottesville
Staunton
Harrisonburg
Virginia
J. S. Haldeman
H. C. Sheetz
Commercial and Savings Bank
Commercial and Savings Bank, and Judge Lake J. Frazier
Colonel McCabe Brings Original Ideas To Festival
Col John J. McCabe showcases innovation at the Apple Blossom Festival with a miniature No. 1926 railroad train mounted on a car chassis and two refrigerator cars, plus a B and O fiddlers club display. Veterans and wives marched in the parade as the exhibit celebrated rail history in Winchester.
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John J. McCabe
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Colonel McCabe
Brunswick
Winchester
Stonewall Jackson
Baltimore and Ohio
Martinsburg
E. D. Calvert
Baltimore and Ohio Fiddlers’ Club
Charleston
For Sale Compressed Air Tanks Advertised Locally
Several compressed air tanks offered for sale suitable for garages. Contact Star Office for details and pricing. listing appears in the public notices section.
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Star Office
Flowers for Mother's Day at The Flower Shop
Carnations tulips roses snapdragons lilies calendulas greet Mother's Day shoppers. The Flower Shop offers a varied arrangement selection and specials to celebrate moms with fresh blooms.
Strike header cites talks with premier in settlement talks
Report notes negotiations for settlement continue amid strike action. A hinted meeting with the premier is described as part of ongoing efforts to end the disruption. The item references Glasgow and a brewing dispute affecting local industry and workers.
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Glasgow
British Strike Threats and Public Order Debates
The Associated Press reports NSW trade unionists aim to halt fuel exports to Britain while London buses feature barbed wire hoods to deter hoodlume attacks. A Labour MP warns of danger if public meetings are suppressed under powers bills. The British Trades Union Congress seeks funds from American and Canadian groups to support the strike.
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Associated Press
New South Wales
British Isles
London
House of Commons
Trades Union Congress of Great Britain
American Federation of Labor
George Pearson
Canterbury
Whitstable
EOR nee no houses Apply 22 Main St
A terse notice notes no new houses under a project or plan at 22 Main Street. It references a code or parcel listing with a 5-4-1p-31 tag and signals no structures proposed at this location.
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Eor
Main St
Notice for Sarah Zane Fire Co meeting in hall
Notice from JAS N Moling secretary urges attendance tonight at 8 in hall. Reportedly a program titled AIP ment her's mentioned.
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Sarah Zane Fire CO
Peom
AIP
Menther
JAS
N_MOLING
Sec
Pool Reopens Next Monday Under City Lifesaving Program
The American Legion pool resumes classes May 10 after Apple Blossoms Festival closures. The Service Swimming Club runs sessions for all ages with life saving tests and junior entries. about 200 participants have trained so far in a heated, sanitary facility with daily chlorination.
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American Legion
Service Swimming Club
Service Cluts
Winchester
Red Cross
William Kieb
Knights Templar Inspection Tonight at Winchester Commandery
The annual inspection of Winchester Commandery No. 12 Knight Templar begins at 8 PM with Grand Captain-General W Crews Wooding of Danville Va leading the ceremony. Members report at 7 30 PM in full uniform. light refreshments follow. Ascension service set for Sunday at 6 o'clock with Rev Dr F W McKaden preaching. Martinsburg and Woodstock commanderies will attend.
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Winchester Commandery
Knight Templar
W. Crews Wooding
Danville
Virginia
Wooding
Woodstock Commandery
Woodstock
Immander
Vernon Eddy
George Washington Hotel
Presbyterian Church
F. W. McKaden
Martinsburg
House Keeps Farm Relief Debate Active
House debate on farm relief continues as supporters press for action while the Senate holds a railroad labor bill in its calendar. An inquiry examines proceeds from the sale of the Admiral orient fleet assets.
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House
Senate
Sale at 225 Water Street Scheduled for Saturday Night
Auction listing sets sale of property at 225 Water Street for 11 30 p.m. on Saturday June 8. Property description and terms to be announced at the event.
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Sale
Water St
Une
Wanted Man to Lead Fire Extinguisher Crew Nationwide
A job notice seeks a man in the community to build and supervise a crew to seal nationally known fire extinguishers. Full cooperation is urged from Protectors Inc. Springs and any supportive parties.
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Ad- Protectors. Inc. Springs
Staunton Cadets Break Camp After Apple Blossom Visit
The Staunton Military Academy cadet corps of over 600, in Winchester for the Apple Blossom Festival, broke camp this morning and returned to Staunton by a special Baltimore and Ohio train. Cadets praised the camp site, weather, and hospitality while officers noted the smooth operation and crowd reception. Colonel Russell and Major Beardsworth led the contingent with other officers and academy guests present.
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Staunton Military Academy
Staunton
Baltimore and Ohio
Millwood
Rouss Spring
Winchester
Russell
Beardsworth
Bringham
Patch
H P. Henry
T. G. Russell
F. Fulton
Kelley
Kirlinhan
Capt
Thomas
Summers
Moody
Sheppard
Lieut
Freuwald
Kingman
Taylor
Hillin
Pitcher
T. H. Russell
Academy
Mr. Wilson
Rowland
Philadelphia
X the Academy
Lyttell
George Washington Hotel
Dickinson College Glee Club Sings At Market Street Church
The Dickinson College Glee Club of Carlisle Pa will give a Saturday night concert at 8 in the Sunday school rooms of Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. The program includes ensembles octets quartets solos readings mandolin and xylo phone numbers with modern songs and light comedy. Tickets and information are available from the Ushers Association members.
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Dickinson College Glee Club
Carlisle
Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Dickinson College
Ushers’ Association of the Church
Stock Market Slows Amid Brit strike but Shows Small Gains
In New York on May 7 the stock market remained in doldrums with no decisive strike development. Some oils chemicals and public utilities rose briefly while bear selling exposed weak spots in minor motors and specials. Call money steady and outside loans available near 3.5 percent as total volume neared 700000 shares.
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Associated Press
New York
Leading apple and peach trees for sale in dormant stock
A nursery offers a fine stock of leading commercial orchard varieties of apple and peach trees in dormant condition for planting. Prices are favorable. Buy now and save a year. Contact 2087W Hagerstown Exchange or The Mt. View Nursery Co.
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Hagerstown Exchange
MT. View Nursery. CO
Wanted Senled Woman for General House Work
Help wanted notice seeking a single woman or girl for general house work. Application instructions direct to the Star office with reference to the ad.
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Star Office
Four Prisoners Escape Maryland Penitentiary
Four inmates escaped from Maryland penitentiary by sawing bars and using a blanket rope. Charles Jenkins and Duesberry, both serving ten-year terms for murder, were later recaptured while Elmer Jenkins and George Coburn remained at large. Police pursued and schools of readers were alerted as officers searched nearby areas.
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Associated Press
Baltimore
Maryland Penitentiary
Charles Jenkins
Duesberry
Elmer Jenkins
Charles
George +burn
Jenkins Brothers
Coburn
Druid Hill Park
P Ke Brady
Jenkins
Biburn
Winde
Trolman
William C. Stranke
Central District
Ben Coburn
Elsmer Jenkins
World War Vet Kills Two of His Children and Self
In Rester New York on May 7, World War II veteran Peter Marratt aged 32 fatally shot his five year old daughter Theresa and three year old son Joseph then killed himself. His wife seized the infant child and escaped as Marratt's pistol jammed during the attack. Neighbors said Marratt was gassed in the war and injured by a fall two years earlier and had since been irrational.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Rester
N. Y
Peter Marratt
Theresa
Joseph
Marratt
Paralyzed Resident Recovers and Emerges Outdoors
Fred Trenary, once confined at home on Sharp Street by a stroke, has improved and is able to go out again.
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Fred Trenary
Sharp Street
Harrisburg Manley Returns Home After Apple Blossom Visit
Mr. Jack Manley of Harrisburg Pennsylvania has been visiting friends and attending the Apple Blossom Festival and returned home today.
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Jack Manley
Harrisburg
Pen
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King
Baptist Church
Legion
Roups
Dock District
J. H W. Thomas
Railway Mens’ Union
Baldwin
Edinburgh
Cross Channel
Dublin
Hollyhead
Belfast
Britain
Service Club
Knights Templar
Washington
College
Glee Club
Maryland
Hagerstown
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