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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1925

Page

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Braithwaite Family Deep Roots in Local Wars Remembered

John A Braithwaite 93 died at his Cross Junction home after a long life of service from the Civil War era to World War II era. His lineage traces Revolutionary War ancestry through William Braithwaite and John Braithwaite, with multiple family members serving in every major conflict. Funeral held at his house with Rev J W Brannon officiating.

John A. Braithwaite Cross Junction Mr. Braithwaite John Braithwate William Braithwaite England America Redland Imboden Martinsburg Bruce Imboden Braithwaite Harry Lee Braithwaite Willian Braithwaite United States Wiliam Braithwaite John Braithwaite Braithwaite J. W. Brannon

Apple Bloom Parade Injury Update at Stephens City

Mrs. Stickley wife of Dr P B Stickley a Stephens City physician improved at home after two weeks of suffering from injuries from the Apple Blossom Festival parade on April 24. She was struck in the eye by an apple thrown from a float by Cho Cho the health clown, an incident alleged by friends.

Sheriff Quells Middletown Disturbance After Moonshine Fight

Sheriff Pannett and Policeman Tom Boyd responded to a late Saturday disturbance in Middletown that disrupted the town’s business section. Reports say two brothers fought fiercely, fueled by liquor, with fines imposed and renewed clashes at home. Some leaders urged rough justice if unrest continued.

Pannett Middletown Tom Boyd

Friendship Boys Banquet Tonight at Friendship Fire Company

Arrangements are complete for the third annual banquet of the Friendship Fire Company in its hall tonight at eight o'clock. Members will assemble at 7:45, march to the banquet room, and view a large portrait of State Senator Harry F. Byrd. A letter from Byrd will be read, explaining his absence due to pressing engagements. Toastmaster James P. Reardon will introduce speakers Colonel B. M. Roszel, R. Gray Williams, and L. Marshall Baker, followed by a male quartet and solo by Rev. J. F. Morgan.

Friendship Fire Company Harry F. Byrd Byrd James P. Reardon B. M. Roszel Shenandoah Valley Academy R. Gray Williams L. Marshall Baker Marcellus Anderson John Green Robert Barr Joseph Hodgson J. F. Morgan First Christian Church

U S To Protect Hawaiian Defenses

Washington May 11 War Department officials weigh a policy to assign modern planes to Hawaii and overseas defenses after joint maneuvers. No final decision until Major General Wines submits his report. Reports from Honolulu stress lack of long range scouting planes in the air service station there and call for prompt action.

Associated Press Washington War Department Hawaiian Army Air Service Hawaii Wines Honolulu

Fahrney Named Express Office Local Agent and Wisecarver Promoted

D I Fahrney is appointed local agent of the Express Company to fill the vacancy from William E Grim's death. Maynard Wisecarver becomes cashier, succeeding Fahrney on his promotion. Fahrney, a Hagerstown native, has served years with the company and lately worked as cashier in Winchester. Wisecarver started as clerk, became driver, now cashier. The company foresees continued success under the new appointments.

M. Smith Washington, D. C American Railway Express Company D. I. Fahrney Express Company William E. Grim Maynard Wisecarver Fahrney Hagerstown Winchester Wisecarver

Conversations On French Debt Pay In Progress

Informal talks over the French debt settlement are in progress in Washington. The State Department reaffirmed no formal communication has been sent to France and officials would not detail recent informal developments.

Associated Press Washington State Department Department France

Head Dash Against Wall Tied to Baby Deaths in New York Home

Assistant District Attorney Ryan disclosed a nurse’s claim that a baby at the Helen Geisen-Volk home had its head dashed against a wall before dying. The nurse also alleged the operator sent ill children to scattered hospitals to mask cases. Ryan plans indictments and will question the infant’s mother. Four doctors and hospital records are under review.

Associated Press New York Ryan Helen Geisen-Volk Geisen-Volk Jet Ee Undeers

Church Bodies Convention Opens Wednesday in Virginia City

The Sunday School and Christian Endeavor Convention of the Virginia Valley Christian Conference meets at First Christian Church this city on Wednesday evening at 8. Roy A. Larrick of Winchester presides. Rev. L. R. Townsend of Claredon is secretary. Opening addresses include Rev. Dr. F. T. McFaden, with many speakers from Virginia and nearby states. The event runs to Friday afternoon, and sessions are open to all.

Christian Endeavor Virginia Valley Christian Conference First Christian Church Roy A. Larrick Winchester L. R. Townsend Claredon Latrick R. P. Crumpler Linville F. T. McFaden Presbyterian Church L. E. Smith Norfolk Southern Christian Convention America Charles D. Johnston Christian Orphanage Elon College N. C Lucy Eldredge Dayton Ohio Board of Christian Education General Convention of the Christian Church W. T. Walters Richmond Relivfus Education Foster Lars A. W. Andes Harrisonburg

Court Rules Against Children of Chinese in Mississippi Schools

The Mississippi State Supreme Court ruled that Chinese children are not eligible to attend white public schools. The decision reverses a prior ruling and remands the case of G. T. Rice and others v. Martha Lum and others to the Bolivar County Circuit Court for further action.

Associated Press Jackson, Miss State Supreme Court Today Mississippi G. T. Rice Martha Lum Circuit Court Bolivar County

M E Church approves unification plan in spring gatherings

Chicago May 11 Thirty seven annual spring conferences of the Methodist Episcopal Church vote 3506 to 311 for unification with the Methodist Episcopal Church South. Next fall 78 northern conferences will decide. Laymen admission to annual conferences fails by 2418 to 1292.

Associated Press Chicago Methodist Episcopal Church Methodist Episcopal Church, South

Roosevelt Party Arrives At Bombay

Col Theodore Roosevelt and his brother Kermit with a central Asia hunting expedition reached Bombay aboard the British steamer Razmaka. The party reported all members well and planned to depart that night for Rawalpindi in the Punjab en route to Kashmir.

Associated Press Bombay British India Theodore ‘Roosevelt Kermit Central Asia Rawalpindi Punjab Kashmir

Britain will not interfere in French Moro crisis

Foreign Minister Chamberlain told the House of Commons that Britain will not intervene in the French Moro affair. He said Britain sympathizes with France but considers it a domestic matter for Paris to settle.

Associated Press London Great Britain Chamberlain House of Commons Today Britain France

Reverend McFaden to Speak at Decoration Day Ceremony

The Rev Dr F T McFaden of the Presbyterian Church will deliver the principal address at the annual Memorial Day exercises in National Cemetery on Saturday May 30. The Citizens Band will provide music and a Virginia National Guard squad from Company I will fire volleys over graves. Mulligan Post No 30 G A R sponsors the event with volunteers decorating over 5000 soldiers’ graves. Joseph Bean is the sole survivor of the post in Winchester. Flowers placed the night before or morning of Decoration Day will be cared for by the cemetery superintendent. The memorial program will occur in the afternoon.

F. T. McFaden Presbyterian Church National Cemetery Decoration Day Citizens’ Band One Hundred and Sixteenth Infantry Virginia National Guard Mulligan Post No. 30 Grand Army of the Republic Joseph Bean Winchester United States Ladies’ National Memorial Association

Pan Americans in Virginia as official guests

A delegation from fourteen Pan American nations leaves Washington at 6:30 p.m. to visit Virginia as guests of Governor E. B. Lee Trinkle. They will attend Jamestown Day celebrations and social events in Hampton Roads and Richmond, with escort by Virginia civic and military leaders including Brig. Gen. Samuel B. Waller and Major LeRoy Hodges.

The Star Washington Virginia EB. Lee Trinkle North American Hampton Roads Richmond Norfolk Samuel B. Waller Newport News Portsmouth Virginia State Chamber of Commerce Waller LeRoy Hodges Virginia National Guard Joseph H. Smith Richard Crane U. S Czechoslovakia R. F. Nelson J. Gordon Bohannon Petersburg Hampton Roads Port Commission J. Scott Parrish William B. Causey J. P.jervey W. §. Copeland Abner Huntsberry Winchester

Coach sale prices cut at Winchester Hudson Co

Winchester Hudson Co advertises coach prices with a $1375 sale figure and $100 reductions on both 5 and 7 passenger models, dated April 27.

Winchester Hudson CO

For Rent Garden Inquiries at 412 North Main

Rental notice announces garden space for rent with terms to be arranged at 412 N Main. The short item notes the location and how to inquire, typical of classified briefs in local papers.

N. Main

Flower Shop Announces Ready Bedding Plants for Boxes

The Flower Shop promotes ready bedding plants for box planting. Customers are urged to prepare containers and place orders now to brighten porches and gardens as spring approaches.

American Legion Monthly Meeting Tonight at Eight

Regular monthly meeting of the American Legion is announced for tonight at 8 o clock. Members are urged to attend and bring any urgent agenda items for discussion.

City Improvements for Sub-Division Auction

In the Henry Sub-Division across from Handley Schools an auction on Saturday May 16 will offer home sites with water sewer and fire protection via city bond issue. Lots along cross streets and Main street extended near the paper mill road will be sold as the city has laid an eight inch water main. The city and County must improve the road for the Paper Mill Company with no railroad crossing to contend with. Get in line to buy.

Henry Handley Schools Main Street Paper Mill

S M A Band Boys Treated Like Princes

The Kablegram of Staunton Military Academy reports Virginia hospitality in Winchester. S MA band members praise Winchester high school boys for cordial dances and genuine hospitality, noting the warm welcome and guests' enjoyment.

S. M. A. Band Boys Kablegram Staunton Military Academy Virginia Winchester

Four Additional Union Mines Shut Down in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh May 11 union mine closures announced by Pittsburgh Coal Company. Eleven mines had been closed earlier, leaving only two union mines operating. The statement cited inability to produce coal at current high wages and sell against southern nonunion coal without heavy loss.

Associated Press Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Coal Company

Lascelles Death ruled suicide amid temporary insanity

A coroner's jury in Southampton on May 11 ruled that Hon. Francis John Lascelles, found dead at his home Saturday, died by his own hand while temporarily insane. He was a half-brother of the Earl of Harewood and father-in-law of Princess Mary.

Associated Press Southampton Eng Francis John Lascelles Earl of Harewood Princess Mary

All But One of Blasters Admit Guilt in Cathedral Bombing

Reports from Sofia state 159 defendants pleaded guilty to responsibility for the Sveti Kral Cathedral bombing that killed 160 people, with one defendant named Koeff still unresolved. The court deferred judgment after the pleas.

Associated Press Vipnna Sofia Sveti Kral Koeff

Handley Loses Close 13 Inning Game to Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg defeats Handley 2 to 1 in 13 innings at Handley Stadium on Saturday. Hockman earned the loss with 11 strikeouts over seven hits. Wine of Harrisonburg fanned five over nine hits. Hockman’s three-base hit in the eighth tied the score as both teams played sharp defense. Nichols and Taliaferro stood out for Harrisonburg. Handley outhit the visitors 9 to 7 but left runners scattered.

Harrisonburg Handley Handley Stadium Hockman Wine Donovan Nichols Taliaferro Charlotte Hall H. R. EB Hburg

No Federal Tax On Life Policies Prior To 1918

The Supreme Court ruled that proceeds from Henry Frick life insurance totaling 474000 left for his widow and daughter are not subject to federal estate taxes under the 1918 revenue act. The tax applies only to policies issued after the act took effect.

Associated Press Washington Henry ©. Frick Supreme Court

U.S. Army Blimp Over Frederick Maryland

A United States Army dirigible TOC-5 was seen over Frederick Maryland on May 11. It hovered near the city in the morning, returned around 11 30 for about 15 minutes, then sailed toward Washington. Reporter notes 15 to 20 men aboard.

Associated Press Frederick United States Army Washington

New History Is Now On Sale Here

The first edition of The Story of Winchester in Virginia is available at the Chamber of Commerce rooms on Court Place. Priced at 3.00 with a future increase to 3.50, the hardcover volume is praised as a fine bookshelf addition. The edition is expected to sell quickly and no more copies will be printed.

Winchester Virginia Chamber of Commerce Court Place

Lively Fighting Near Bab Ouender Relief Depot

In Morocco near Robat on May 11, French forces under Colonel Freydenburgh attacked to relieve the Bab Ouender outpost. The combat in the center sector of the Riffian front was intense as the column secured essential food and water for the besieged garrison.

Associated Press Robat Morocco Freydenburgh Bab Ouender

Auction Sale of Lots From R. M. Henry Estate

Auction on Main street extended Saturday May 16 at 1 PM. Free 4-tube radio and prizes. Easy terms 10 percent day of sale, 15 percent within 60 days, balance due in three years. Music and treats provided.

R. M. Henry Main Street

Freed Named Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church

The Rev Dr C A Freed of Newberry S C was elected pastor of Grace Lutheran Church by majority vote after morning services. Indications are he will accept. Freed has led churches in Mk brook Augusta co and Columbia and has been at Newberry the last four years. He and his family will occupy the parsonage on North Market. The church, with large facilities and missionary work, has been without a regular pastor since last summer.

C. A. Freed Newsberry 8. C Grace Loutheran Church William B. Cooper Freed Waynesboro Raya Roane College Salem Weet Theological Seminary Phe Mk Brook Augusta County Columbia Newberry Southern Theolo Seminary Newberry College Kiwanis Club Grace Church Virginia Mr. Kelly A. A. Ly Norwood

Friendship F Company Banquet Meeting Notice

All members of Friendship F Company are requested to meet in the lower hall of the engine house at 7 4 Monday night May 11 to attend the annual banquet. All members of the company are invited. F WwW, FORNDY, Captain.

Friendship F Company Mmn Forndy

Ladies Auxiliary Monthly Meeting Notice

The regular monthly meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary will be held Monday evening at 8 o'clock at the American Legion building.

Ladies’ Auxiliary American Legion

Prominent Man's Attention Said To Arouse Jealousy

In Anne Arundel County Circuit Court, Isaiah Butler, a Black man, faced trial for the murder of prominent Leonardtown attorney Joseph Henry Ching. The state contends Butler resented Ching over his attentions to Edm Thompson of Leonardtown, citing threats as evidence of motive. The jury was seated after a prompt selection, with capital punishment not ruled out.

Annapolis St. Mary’s County Isaiah Butler Joseph Henry Ching Leonardtown Anne Arundel County Ching Butler Atttorney Briscoe Thompson Learde Town Briscoe

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Sherif Friendship Boys Church Bodies Convention M. E. Church Roosevelt Mfaden Citizens Jamestown Lascelles Blasters U. S. Army Frederick, Md Gall Brace Church S. C
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