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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1921

Page

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Miss Fannie F Baker laid to rest at Mount Hebron

Funeral held at 3 pm from family home on South Braddock Street for Miss Fannie F Baker who died at her residence. Rev A A Kelly of Grace Lutheran Church officiated. interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Pallbearers included Lewis F Cooper Dr George H Heist Dr A D Henkel Vernon Eddy William E Cooper and A R Breckenridge. Survived by sister Miss Lizzie Baker.

Fannie F Ba‘ker South Braddock Street A. A. Kelly Grace Lutheran Church Mount Hebron Lewis F. Cooper George H. Heist A. D. Henkel Vernon Eddy William E. Cooper A. R. Breckenridge Miss Baker Henry M Emily J. Tayloree Winchester Baker Lizzie

Reputation Is a First Magnitude Audience Picture

Universal-Jewel presents Reputation starring Priscilla Dean with Stuart Paton directing. The film showcases Dean in three divergent roles with strong supporting work, delivering dramatic power and high entertaining value as an unusually fine production now playing at the Empire tonight and tomorrow.

Scenemely Priscilla Paton Deam

Remember Box Social at Braddock Street Braddock St M BE

Public invited to a box social at Braddock Street on Tuesday May 10 with refreshments. official notice shows a time and location details, encouraging attendance. A separate want ad seeks a five room house or apartment for rent and provides a contact number.

Braddock St. M. BE

Parker's Garage Offers Discounted Goods and Vehicle Services

We offer 25 percent off on $5,000 worth of tires with all sizes and several makes. Adjustments available at distances from seven to ten thousand miles. We are distributors for Studebaker Chevrolet Dodge Briscoe Ford cars and service trucks. Six second-hand cars come with free delivery and reliable service in Stephens City Virginia.

Studebaker Chevrolet Dodge Briscoe Ford

Arkansas Road Plant Probed by Federal Bureau

The New York Times reports Assistant Engineer BE W. James of the Federal Bureau of Highways is in Little Rock investigating Arkansas Federal aid road projects. Director Thomas J. Macdonald demands a full report on every Arkansas project to clarify the so called Arkansas plan amid differing road laws. Continued on page 2.

The New York Times Arkansas Washington BE. W. James Federal Bureau of Highways Little Rock Thomas J. Macdonald James Bureaiu Federal Mr. Macdonald

Klingtite Belts Promise Long Service For Belt Work

Goodyear Klingtite belts save time money and power by resisting shrink and stretch. They provide unusually long service and are unstitched with waterproof construction. Stocked in various sizes for all winch orchard etc. Phone 313 Market St.

Goodyear Orchard Acetae Co

Empire Presents Priscilla Dean in Reputation at Winchester

Winchester patrons flock to the Empire for tonight and tomorrow as Priscilla Dean stars in Reputation a seven part drama filmed with a wide cast. The program also features Outside the Law and The Sheriff of Mojave with safe service and nightly showings at seven and nine.

Winchester Frederick County Empire Rriscilla Dean THE LAW Miss Dean Laura Figlan Mojave Priscilla Dean

For Sale Seven Room Brick Residence Bargain

For sale a seven room brick residence with improvements in a good location at a bargain price. Easy terms offered. Contact B. M. Sullivan for details.

B. M. Sullivan

For Sale Baby Carriage and Apartments Inquiry

Person advertises modern apartments by request and offers to convert a residence into rental units if desirable tenants are assured. Also lists Reed Baby Carriage for sale at 414 South Market Street with contact.

Reed Baby Carriage Market St

Acceptance of Ultimatum Probable in German Talks

Berlin reports show drift toward accepting allied reparations terms. A coalition likely to be formed within 24 hours. Paris dispatch warns Germany that incursions into Upper Silesia violate Versailles. Allies urge clarity on status and Poland to control Poles in the region. Ready to wear shop seeks experienced saleswoman.

Associated Press Berlin Feobeatgnene Paris Matin Foreign ‘Office Upper Silesia France Reuben Upper Silésia Oder River Council of Ambassadors Wallace United States Poland

Another Death in Plane Crash in Texas

The third fatality from a local aviation field crash was reported with civilian aviator E. A. Locking dying after Miss Margaret Pearson and Mechanic Carson perished when the plane went down.

Associated Press Tex E. A. Locking Locking Margaret Pearson Carson

Prince Hirohito Begins Three Week London Visit

Crown Prince Hirohito of Japan arrived in Portsmouth aboard the Katori and was escorted to shore by the Prince of Wales. Royal salutes greeted him as he proceeded to Buckingham Palace for a stay with King George and Queen Mary. He was named an honorary general of the British army.

London Crown Prince Hirohito Japan England Portsmouth Harbor Prince of Wales Buckingham Palace George Queen Mary

Farm sale announces animals and implements at Fry farm

On May 28 at 10 a m the Fry farm holds a sale including 2 wagons, harnesses, farm tools, 20 chicks, ladders, a table, 20 hogs, 2 horses, 16 cows all fresh or springers. Also 1 Day Electr Truck No.1 condition red seal continental motor 1 Maxwell Truck. Names Nunn and Duvall F A Shyrock R S Smith Clerk. 1p-2t 5-9

Fry Farm Red Seal Continental Motor Maxwell Nunn and Duvall F. A. Shyrock R. S. Smith

Six years for a bond thief

John Doughty, convicted of stealing 105000 in Victory bonds from Ambrose Small, who remains missing, was sentenced to six years in the provincial penitentiary. Crown authorities hinted they may drop charges that Doughty, Small's secretary, conspired to kidnap him.

Associated Press Toronto Ont John Doughty Ambrose Small Doughty Small

Gilpin backs Clarke County road bond issue statement

Kenneth Gilpin speaks from Murphy's Hotel headquarters supporting a $200,000 Clarke county road bond plan for Greenway and Chapel districts. The measure passed 216 to 416 against. funds fund Lee Highway improvements to aid the state highway system. Bonds to be loaned by the State Highway Department with interest paid from trebled road taxes.

Aimee ‘Gilpin Richmond Clarke County Richmond Times Dispatch Gilpin Times Dispatch Board of Supervisors State Highway Department Kenneth Gilpin Kenneth = Gilpin Murphy's Hotel Greenway Chapel Lee Highway

Efforts Made to Patch Up Strike in Washington

Secretary Davis met today with a committee from the marine engineers' association to learn results of a referendum by local unions on last week’s conference proposals. Engineer Thomas B. Healy said a quick agreement hinges on Shipping Board Chairman Benson retracting his position that wage cuts below 16 percent will not be discussed.

Associated Press Washington Davis Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association Thomas B. Healy Engineers Benson Shipping Board

Notice of Cotton Seed Meal Arrival and Special Prices

Car cotton seed meal has just arrived at Winchester Milling Corp. Special prices apply for immediate delivery. Offer extends to customers seeking quick procurement and prompt service from the milling firm.

Wincheter Milling Corp

Serial Gold Bonds Offer 8 Percent Returns

An advertisement invites readers to obtain information on Serial Gold Bonds yielding 8 percent. It directs interested investors to write to Horace F. Clark Jr at 900 F Street NW Washington DC for details on yearly returns up to nine years.

Horace F. Clark, Jr Washington, D. C

Rights Denied: Negroes in Georgia Courts, Briefs Claim

Washington reports that J. E. Sistrunk, a Black Atlanta attorney, filed briefs in the Supreme Court alleging negroes are denied equal protection and deprived of property by legal processes in Georgia. He cites Atlanta real estate suits totaling about 150000 dollars and claims repeated denial of due process over the past decade.

Associated Press Washington Georgia Supreme Court J. E. Sistrunk Megro Atlanta Supreme Court of the Lisstrunk

Licenses Due May 1 1921 Under New Law

Commissioner J Smaphis warns that all 1920 21 business and automobile licenses expire May 1 1921 and must be secured before continuing business. Lost item noted in Stephens City a ladies wrist watch with gold bracelet with reward offered.

J. Smaphis Stephens City

Rails Help to Steady Market

New York stocks opened with small buying orders lifting sentiment but shorts pushed motors and subsidiaries lower. Oils and independents fell. rails, especially Reading and Texas Pacific, firmed as demand for high grade rails supported the market. Trading ended irregular with about 900000 shares sold.

New York Shorts Motors Canadian Pacific Louisville Prival Agere Atchison Reading Texas Pacific Pacific Grangers

Friendship Fire Company To Meet May 10 For June Parade

All members of the Friendship Fire Company No. 1 are asked to gather at the hall on Tuesday evening May 10 to discuss preparations for the Sixth of June Memorial parade. By order of Tp 21 Fred, W. Forney, Captain Mibyele.

Friendship Fire Company No. 1 Fred W. Forney

Odd Fellows to Attend Grand Lodge Meeting in Staunton

Madison Lodge No 6 and 1 000 fellow Odd Fellows from Virginia will converge on Staunton this week for the Grand Lodge sessions. Delegate Jack Steele departs for Staunton with Newton Grove and Mr and Mrs Robert F Brill also heading to the gathering. Grove and Brill attend secretaries meetings while Mrs Brill attends the Daughters of Rebekah event.

Madison Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows Grand Lodge of Virginia Staunton Odd Fellows Grand Lodge Jack Steele Newton , Grove Robert F. Brill Messrs. Grove Brill Secretaries Association Daughters of Rebekah

Boy Explodes Dynamite Caps in Portmouth Incident

May 9 report from Portsmouth details a 15 year old, Carl Newman, attempting to toss a lit cigarette and triggering dynamite caps in his pocket. The blast kills a nearby woman and injures six others, one losing a leg. A separate sale ad follows for a six room pebble dash house on National Avenue.

Associated Press Portsmouth Carl Newman Carden Chamberlain National Avenue

Spray guidelines for Winchester orchards after cold spring

Horticulturist G. S. Ralston and James R. DuShane surveyed the Winchester fruit district and advised delaying the usual spray for codling moth until conditions suit. They note a light crop, moth abundance, and the need for thorough spraying with Bordeaux mixture and lead arsenate, plus future timing published in The Star.

G. $. Ralston Virginia Agricultural Station James R. DuShane Frederick County Trust Growers’ Association Winchester Fruit District York Virginia Frederick Counts Fruit Growery, Association Horticultural Department Vu P. II Blacksboro H. F. Byrd Frederick County

Used Cars 1916 to 1920 Models Advertised for Sale

Overland Sales and Service Company lists used cars including a 1916 Ford 0463 Cosk SRS 1919 Chevalnet priced at 490 and a 1920 Overland priced at 400.00, with a 736.00 total for multiple vehicles. Cor Main and Water St phone 492.

Ford Cosk Srs Overland Overland Sales and Service Company Main and Water St

South End Hose Company Meeting Notice

Important meeting announced for Monday night May 9. All members urged to be present. Signed H. C. March, Secretary.

South End Hose Company

Tractor Control Disc Harrow Wins In Recent Tests

In Frederick and Clarke counties the Tractor Control Disc Harrow won on light draft due to ball bearings depth and even furrows center ridge removal and ease of control from the tractor seat. The harrow is built in sizes for all tractors and two carloads have been delivered to local owners.

Frederick Clarke

Old floors restored and finished to look like new

Old floors cleaned planed and finished to look like new. Work guaranteed. Get our estimate. G W Fritts at 45 W Water St Bell phone 138 W.

G.W. Fritts Water St Bell Phone

Handley School bids for concrete work rejected as too high

Contractors invited to re submit bids for foundations at Handley School to be opened at noon May 15 on special forms from the Superintendent Seaboots office. Watch for Siryock's sale May 26.

Andley School Handley Seaboots Clark

Sarah Zane Fire Company weighs truck purchase decision

At a monthly meeting the Sarah Zane Fire Company considered a new pump truck with several manufacturers represented including Ahrens Fox and Seagrave. Members agreed to appoint a committee to solicit funds and to revisit the purchase in a few months due to high prices while noting prior war era purchases and ongoing fundraising to equip Winchester with better apparatus.

Sarah Zane Fire Company Ahrens-Fox White Company Service Howe Sftiona la France Brockway Seagrave Sarah Zane Sarah Zane Fire Liberty Pe Winchester

Mother's Day Observed Here Across Community

Large crowds paid tribute yesterday with white carnations and flowers on coats. Visitors noted many graves at Mount Hebron Cemetery decorated for mothers as churches and Sunday schools held programs and sermons honoring mothers.

Wiich Mount Hebron Cen

Two Suspected Robbers Killed in Jamestown Incident

Jamestown News reports a clash at railroad yards linked to a tip of planned theft left two suspects dead and another wounded. A third suspect was seriously wounded, and the four men allegedly opened fire on a pursuing party.

Bery Ear

Wall Paper Sale and Installation Ad

We sell and hang high grade wallpaper tile and sanitose. Get our prices. G. W. Fritts at 35 West Water Street, Bell phone 138250.

G. W. Fritts Water St Bell Phone

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MT. Hebron Universal-Jewel Lila Dean Tree OF Parker's Garage Stephens City, Va National Board the Empire Jolliffe and Jolliffe's Wi J. Dickey and Sons, Inc Della, Md Prince Michi Clarence Miller Shryock BE. O. D Shi Yoek E.O. D MR. Spencer K. T Winchester Commandery Knight& Templar Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Knight H. G. Spencer Piedmont W. Va Dri Te Rasmanaar Csunlen Calvary Spencer Wen Spencer Mibyele ODD Fellows AT H. C. March Siryock Jamestown WN. D Waten
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