Plot to wreck Winchester Stern Railroad train disclosed
Officials announce a $25 reward for information leading to arrests after a large piece of railroad iron was placed on the rails near the Rogers farm at Gainesboro. Motorman Dewey Shoemaker spotted the danger between Wirener and Wardensville and stopped the cars. The plan aimed to wreck an excursion train to Wardersville on Tuesday, which was canceled due to bad weather.
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Winchester Stern
Rogers Farm
Gainesboro
Dewey Shoemaker
Wirener
Wardensville
Wardersville
Mash at Albin's Sparks Peppy Growth
Full of pep, growing mash at Albin's shows strong feed mix demand. Remarks note 12 to 21 as a salable range, signaling buyers eyeing durability and value in poultry rations.
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Albin's
Plaza Quick Lunch serves pies cakes soups and coffee
George Parker advertises Plaza Quick Lunch offering pies cakes soups hot coffee and sandwiches from noon to 1 pm.
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George Parker
Judge Lindsey Pays His Fine in Contempt Case
Denver Juvenile Court Judge Beney agreed to a $500 fine and costs after conviction on contempt of court. The case ends a five year dispute over his refusal in 1915 to reveal what Neal Wright, a 14 year old ward, told him about the murder of the boy's father. The boy's mother was tried for murder and would not testify citing the child's safety.
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Associated Press
DBN Colp
Beney
Denver
Neal Wright
Accosdge Paeesey
Attacks by Sinn Fein in Ireland Reported
The AP summary reports 26 attacks on crown forces in the last week with 28 casualties, including 18 deaths. It notes four assassinations, three civilian murders blamed on Sinn Fein, and 58 mail raids, plus 73 court martials with 658 convictions and 2,876 prisoners interned. A Cork Kilbrittain engagement killed one rebel and captured six, and an ambush near Marmine wounded one soldier and a civilian passenger. An ambulance was looted and burned near Mallow Fermoy.
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Associated Press
Ireland
Rees
Kilbrittain
County Cork
Crown
Marmine
County Wexford
Mallow
Fermoy
John J. Tigert Nominated Education Commissioner
President Harding announced the nomination of John J. Tigert of Kentucky to be commissioner of education. The brief notice appears in the New Education Commission section dated May 12.
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Associated Press
An Igton
John J. Tigert
Kentucky
Harding
Tucker Orator to Speak at Confederate Memorial Day
Hon. Harry St. George Tucker of Lexington Virginia will be the principal speaker at the Confederate Memorial Day observance at Stonewall Cemetery on Monday June 6. Tucker, a Winchester native and son of the late Hon. and Mrs. John Randolph Tucker, is in the midst of a campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor of Virginia.
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Lexington
Stonewall Cemetery
Ran
Tucker
Winchester
John Randolph Tucker
William P. McGuire
Virginia
Race Promoters Meet Again for Hospital Benefit Meet
The Standard-bred Horse Owner's Association urged horsemen to attend an urgent meeting at Noonan's livery to arrange the Winchester fairgrounds meet on Monday June 6 for Hospital benefit. Three classes set include a free-for-all harness, a county trotting race, and a free-for-all for colored riders. No running races except pony and mule events. Prizes split 40 percent to winners and 60 percent to the hospital. admission 25 cents adults, 15 cents children, 10 cents grandstand.
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Noonan
Winchester Fair Grounds
Vodvil Friday and Saturday at the Auditorium
Promoters announce a top program of pictures with the highlight Star showing tomorrow at 1 pm at the Auditorium.
Uniform Seventh Grade Examinations Schedule
The seventh grade examinations will be held Wednesday through Friday May 18 19 and 20 at multiple high schools across districts including Opequon Shawnee Stonewall Gain esboro Back Creek Boyce Berryville and Clarke counties. Exams begin promptly at nine o clock. Leslie D Kline Division Superintendent of Schools.
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Middletown High School
Stephens City High School
Opequon
Kernstown
Shawnee
White Hall
Stonewall
Cross Junction
Gainesboro
Gore
Back Creek
Frederick County
Clarke County
Boyce High School
Boyce
Berryville High School
Berryville
Adventures of Bill and Bob at the Empyre
Local cinema shows the second picture Catching a Coon from the Adventures of Bill and Bob series. Dan Beard endorses the films for boys. Matinee Saturday features Pollyanna with Mary Pickford and other news and travel shorts. Matt and Jeff with Doug Fairbanks also shown tonight.
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Bill and
Bob
Matt
Jeff
the Cure
Doug Fairbanks
Garbage Cans Block Sidewalks After Cleanup Week
A resident told The Star that several garbage cans filled during cleanup remain on sidewalks in certain sections. The unremoved cans hinder pedestrian flow and some garbage is becoming very obnoxious.
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The
Star
Infant Dees at Hospital
Elmer Raymond Carper infant son of Mr and Mrs Frank Carper died Monday morning at Memorial Hospital. Interment was at Mount Williams. The bid was less than 24 hours old.
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Elmer Raymond Carper
Frank Carper
Memorial Hospital
Mount Williams
Firemen respond to blaze at Trussell and Company store
The Friendship department answered a fire call at the Trussell and Company general store on the second floor shortly after six. A bucket brigade controlled the fire before water was needed. the building suffered slight damage and the proprietor paid the responding company.
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Friend Re Gbpivansic Ac
Pek City
Counter
Trussell and Company
Friendship
Stephens City Beats Handley High 9-6 in Worcester clash
Stephens City wins sixth straight, defeating Handley High School 9-6 on Tuesday afternoon in Worcester. Yeakles pitched well, Clevenger drove in runs, and the infield played in perfect harmony with one error. Patton started for Worcester.
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Stephens City
Winchester
Handley High School
Yeakles
Clevenger
Patton
Wirchester
Fantomas Ends Tomorrow Night at Empire Theatre
Winchester audiences flock to the Empire Theater to see the concluding Fantomas serial the longest running here with twenty episodes. Fox feature with thrills and common sense draws hundreds of fans as Viola Dana and Bill star in the final showing tomorrow night.
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Winchester
Empire Theater
Fox
Seeson
Empire
Viola Dana
Bill
Wantayie
Chapman Auto Sales Seeks Salesman
Wanted salesman to work for Geo. B. Chapman at Chapman’s Auto Sales. Apply at 1p 31 5 10.
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Geo. B. Chapman
Chapman
Bargain Offers on City Property and Drape Pants Ad
Conners Bargain Store seeks buyers for a six room house on a 58 by 140 ft lot at 1400 dollars. Owner left town. also selling a prime residential lot at 32 dollars per front foot with concrete walks gas and sewer. Other lots on nearby street selling for 40 and 50 per front foot. city properties available. Baker and Shryock.
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Baker and Shryock
Notice to Friends and Customers Shoes Sale Postponed
Due to a heavy storm many friends and customers cannot reach the sale. The store will extend the sale date and offer hundreds of shoes and slippers at 1.98 dollars on Saturday. Jolliffee and Jolliffee.
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Ipit
Jolliffee
Special Friday and Saturday Bargain Sale at Conners
A local notice announces a two day sale at Conners Bargain Store on Friday and Saturday from 1 PM with discounts across departments. Deals include price cuts on select items and limited quantities available.
Goodyear Klingtite Belts Offer Time and Cost Savings
Winchester Orchard Supply Co advertises Goodyear Klingtite belts that won’t shrink or stretch and promise long service. Unstitched waterproof construction at about the same cost as ordinary belts. Stock in various sizes. Phone 313. 301 N Market St.
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Winchester Orchard Sup. CO
N. Market St
Notice to prize contest participants delayed printing
A notice informs contestants that the prize contest page will be printed tomorrow Friday due to advertising congestion and all answers must reach the office by Saturday.
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Rnc
Conhers Bargain Store Advertises Socks Deal
Socks three pair for 25 cents promoted by Conhers Bargain Store with price tag and catalog code 1p-21-5-11.
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Virginia Wollen Mill
Conners Bargain Store
Conhers Bargain Store
Police Escort Fail Leads Bank Messenger Robbery
In Chicago a uniformed policeman escorting a Commercial and Savings Bank messenger was struck, knocked down, and the pair were robbed by five men. The 75 year old messenger was seized as the robbers fled, while the policeman pursued but was outpaced by an automobile.
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Chicago
Takeek Ieee
Tae
France to Officially Attend Jack Dempsey Title Bout
Paris reports France will send an official representative to the world heavyweight title fight between Jack Dempsey and an opponent in Jersey City on July 2. The government’s national touring office plans a June 18 steamship departure to New York with Gaston Vidal likely as the envoy. Return voyage is set for July 5 to join the Fourth of July events.
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Associated Press
Paris
France
Jack Dempsey
Jersey City
New York
Gaston Vidal
New York Stock Market Slumps as Rates Rise
Opening call money at 7 percent sparked selling across the ring. Oil shares declined 2 to 4 points while motors and related issues slid 1 to 3 points. Steel, equipment, coal and sugar groups posted losses as rails extended the late-day decline.
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Associated Press
New York
Reading
Southern Railway
Canadian Pacific
Baltimore and Ohio
In loving remembrance of my husband and father T. F. Fawcett
A heartfelt remembrance notes the nine year anniversary of T. F. Fawcett's death and expressions of ongoing sorrow from his wife. The text includes a personal line about Frieda and a line about returning to Washington after a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller.
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T. F. Fawcett
Reward Offered for Show Plot in May Empire Theatre Rehearsal
At a complete rehearsal of the musical comedy OU Tell M by the American Legion at the Empire Theatre on May 18, critics praised talent and production values but found the plot missing. The Legion offers a substantial reward for anyone who discovers the plot and for those who detect its absence during the production. Gears are selling rapidly and reservations are advised.
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American Legion
Empire Theatre
Fight seat sale to break record for Dempsey Carpentier bout
Opening public sale for the Dempsey Carpentier heavyweight title bout in Jersey City July 2 will start soon. Advance reservations already promise a record attendance in gate receipts and spectators, likely surpassing recent years’ marks.
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Associated Press
New York
Jersey City
New Summer Hats Arrive at Miss Newcomes Store
Shipment showcases latest styles for ladies and children at Miss Newcome's above Baker Shr yock's on Water Street. Notices mention Shryock's sale on May 26 and a light red heifer calf from Huntsberry farm. Also an unfurnished apartment at 210 West Water Street and a Terra Cotta pipe for sale at 409 South Braddock Street.
Labour Admits Letter Falsity in Board Hearing
Chicago May 12 Railway labor formally admitted before the Railroad Labor Board that it had tasted in proving the authenticity of a letter alleged to be written by a Pennsylvania Railroad official ordering defamation of labor organizations if necessary. Frank Walsh, counsel for the railway union, admitted the point during hearings as I. W. Geer and others connected with the road denied knowledge.
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Chicago
Railway Labor Today
Railroad Labor Board
Pennsylvania Railroad
Frank Walsh
Railway Union
I. W. Geer
Southwestern Aivision
Texas convicts stage mutiny at Huntsville arsenal
More than a score of state convicts, many armed, mutinied at Huntsville arsenal today, stormed the grounds, and shot two guards before fleeing or being subdued.
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Associated Press
Huntsville
Tek
For-Sale Reed Baby Garbage in Excellent Condition
Reed Baby Garbage in excellent condition advertised for sale. Located at 117 E. Leicester St with contact Bell telephone 128-W. Paper and tile services also offered by F Frittis at 63 W. Water St. Bell phone 128-W.
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Leicester St
Apartment conversion offered by local patron
A local notice states a patron is willing to convert a beautiful residence into apartments if suitable tenants are assured. Contact details reference B. M. Sullivan and a May 26 date.
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B. M. Sullivan
Miss Laura Bell Buried Here After New York Death
The body of Miss Laura Virginia Bell daughter of William L and Laura Bell of Winchester was interred in Mount Hebron Cemetery after a service by Rev F M Richardson. She died May 26 1920 in New York City of a stroke of apoplexy and is survived by her sister Miss Anna Bell and uncle Mr John Keenan. Her body was brought here this morning for burial. Accompanying her were her sister, her uncle and cousins Me and Mrs L D Clapp and Mrs Charles E Clapp of Hagerstown Md.
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Laura Virginia Bell
William L
Laura Keenan Bell
Winchester
Harles Broadway Rawls
New York
Star
Mount Hebron Cemetery
F. M. Richardson
Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Mias Bell
York City
Anna Bell
John Keenan
Miss Bell
Mr. Keenan
Ll.d. Clapp
Charles E. Clapp
Hagerstown
U S to Clean Militias Uniforms Nationwide
Washington May 12 The United States Government will clean and repair National Guard uniforms and equipment through salvage shops at stations nearest each organization. Maj Gen H L Rogers QM general assigned area quarter masters to supervise and distribute property, promising large savings and better preservation of clothing and gear.
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Washington
United States
National Guard
Quartermaster Corps
H. L. Rogers
Army
Grand Opening of Rosemont Amusement and Recreation Park
Announcement for Martinsburg West Virginia inviting the public to the grand opening on a Monday May 16 1921 at Rosemont Amusement and Recreation Park featuring round dancing on multiple weeknights, square dances, picnic areas, and welcomes Sunday schools churches and lodges for a season of entertainment.
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Rosemont
Martinsburg
Parker Square building lots offered in Chapman sale ad
An auto sale and retail ad fragment advertises building lots in Parker Square. Sullivan seeks sales ladies for McCrory's five and ten cent store, urging opportunities in a small town newspaper page.
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Parker Square
U-Tell
B. M. Sullivan
Local Company Drill Notice For May Evening Practice
ATTENTION CAPT BOBS CO All men ordered to report for drill May 13th from 7 45 p m to 9 16 p m on Market street between Cork and Water streets Local company hopes for large spectator attendance Signed Company Commander GEO H Grimm Per Ist Sergt FE E Brengle 11 1p 21 For sale Six room pebble dash house electric lights garden garage J P Chamberlain 9 1p 41 National Avenue
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Market Street
Cork
Water Streets
Geo
H. Grimm
FE. E. Brengle
J. P. Chamberlain
National Avenue
CHARRMAN'S AUTO SA Promises Reliable Tractor Support
An advertisement asks farmers to choose CHARRMAN'S AUTO SA for assured repair parts availability, competent mechanics, global standards, and manufacturer reliability, emphasizing no costly experiments and dependable service.
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Mr. Farmer
Charrman’s Auto SA
Chapman Auto Sales Ad Seeks Large Rental Property
An auto dealer advertises for rent a house or apartment with five or more rooms. The notice also warns against counterfeit Ford parts and urges use of genuine parts to avoid engine damage. Contact 106 J for details.
May Clearance Sale At Conner's Bargain Store
Over 1,000 pairs of work pants offered at Conner's Bargain Store during a May clearance sale. Prices range from 1.48 to 1.98 dollars. Sale runs Friday and Saturday at the West Water Street location.
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Conner's
West Water St
Winchester in See America First film advertised by Chester chamber
Chester and Frederick County Chamber promotes Winchester as a featured stop in a See America First film produced by Owasco Film Company led by T. Van Plancke. The project aims to showcase local sights and industries from farms to factories, schools to fire departments, with scenes across Apple Industry, Taylor Hotel, keen to advertise the area nationally.
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Chamber of Commerce
Chester
Frederick County
Winchester
Tor
America
Owasco Film Company
York
T. van Plancke
Duction
Boy Scouts
Empire
Chamber of C
Lids
Savanhal
Ories
Ture
Apple
Taylor
Sheridan Ridé
Scouts
American Legion
Histe A
Ting
OF of Handley Schools
Edéo Valley Pike
In Memoriam Deschon Dear Mother
In remembrance of a mother who died May 12 1917. The poem laments the deep loss felt by her son Harry and husband M Deschon and how the wound grows larger with each day.
Roy Scouts of America weekly meeting notice
The Roy Scouts of America announce a Friday 7 pm meeting at the cabin to discuss hike plans and attendance. Scout Executive Miss Ethel Hicks recently returned from Ington with family relatives visiting.
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ROY Scouts OF America
Sion
Rance
Ethel Hicks
Ington
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Ubget
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Friedas
Watca
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