12 May 1922
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1922
Page
1
Crowds line streets applauding as an imposing procession passes in review. Officials and residents greet the moment with cheers and local dignitaries lead the ceremonial march through the heart of the city.
A large crowd cheered as Winchester firemen and volunteers paraded to celebrate motorization. The procession showcased modern apparatus, old hand engines, and the Virginia National Guard units with cadets, while merchants and trades displayed their goods. After the review, captains praised public support and refreshments were served at engine houses.
Letters from Alfred Alridge of New York City Senator A W Robertson of Lexington Va and Senator C C Hyatt of Tater Well Va laud The Star Jubilee edition. They commend its wide coverage Bank statements Handley School and the appealing educational focus.
Winchester fire department captains express gratitude to all firemen who took part in last night’s large parade. Special thanks are given to visiting Strasburg and Boyce firemen, contributing merchants, and other organizations for making the event a success.
The Footers Dye Works will continue their agency in the old Helter building now to be occupied by the Plumdeke Co starting June 1. Also Lost dog, a brown and white collie named Lucy Ann Kinzel. reward offered.
The Star prints daily theatre listings at the top of its back page. Read the Empire Theatre program for the day’s best pictures, new releases, and worth while shows with matinee daily at popular prices.
The American Legion Auxiliary hosts a card party and tea on Saturday May 3 at the Legion building. Games run 8 to 5 with tea served 5 to 6 pm. Members are urged to attend and bring a friend for this social event.
City children about to begin school may register at John Kerr School for the coming year. Registration runs Saturdays from May 13 to June 10, 9 am to 12 pm. Children five by October 15 enter kindergarten. those six by October 15 enter first grade. County pupil registrations will be announced later. F. B. supt. of schools.
Virginia screening of To Little David features Marcus Barthelmess as a mountain boy drawn from obscurity into danger. A tense tale of love and vengeance centers on Mosby’s cabin and a chase by Union troops, with Gladys Hale and a stark mountain community in support.
A public sale of lumber and wood items planned for May 1 at the Hunting Ridge farm of Edgar Marple. Sale to be held on the farm property with items offered during the afternoon hours.
News from the recent New York fashion show highlights silks for spring garments. Shown in high favor, a smart silk frock is deemed essential. Also note our May Silk Sale begins Saturday with spring and summer silks at special prices. see ad next to last page for details.
The listing advertises Tarzan Tonight with a fighting train empire tomorrow along with a special feature and comedy subjects. Some shows at regular house prices.
In Strasburg Virginia on May 12 Thomas Bly shot and wounded J D Hartley after a dispute over a public road between Bly’s Beth-81 neighborhood and Haley farms. Bly used a rifle then a revolver but both Hartley and W Stickley restrained him until sheriff E Line escorted him to Woodstock jail for grand jury action.
The Star reports a large Winchester parade where many firemen joined on foot to underline teamwork and public spirit. Merchants benefited as crowds lined streets, with hopes the city repeats such events more often.
An old classified item announces Chapman Auto Sales offering tires and invites buyers. A separate lost item offers a reward at the Star office for a gray neckpiece, posted with a date nearby.
Beginning Monday May 15 merchants in the Sonora Contest will grant triple votes on all cash purchases and five tenths for one on all money paid on account charged before May 1. The notice outlines the contest's voting bonus for customers.
Local listing notes all sizes in stock at Hicks Motor Co with available inventory.
Jess Willard told the Associated Press that business commitments keep him occupied and he is not considering a comeback to fight Jack Dempsey. Promoters Jack Kearn and Francois Kearns said terms for a potential bout would be arranged by the parties involved.
Detectives report John Wieman alias J W Hellis and Bertha Fern Vardeman confessed to stealing $500000 in securities from the Change National Bank in New York City. They indicate $30000 worth of bonds may be recovered within hours.
James Henry Lampkins a well known young colored man of Winchester died at 6 80 oclock His mother Hattie Lampkins and father survive with widowed Lucy Finley three daughters Ella Beatrice and Vi Finley and a stepson Taylor Finley Two sisters Sallie James of Cleveland Ohio and Grace Allison of Chicago Also survive Funeral services will be held tomorrow Saturday at Mount Carmel Baptist Church colored burial in Orrick cemetery
President and Mrs. Harding, plus a party of friends, depart Washington by car for New Jersey guest stay at View cottage. The trip aims for a weekend visit with plans for a round of golf and a Sunday return afternoon.
Genoa May 12 AP Schanzer told the full body of newspaper writers at the Geosdhnia Conference that the Russian reply would not stop the conference. Reduced from 3500 to 2800 dollar offer on a 2 acre home near the city as owner leaves quickly. 41 to 21 G Clarence Miller.
In a bargain store promotion the flyer advertises extra pine cake priced at 25 cents per pound with raisin options and marble and layer varieties available at the People’s Bargain Store.
Advertises spray equipment including high-pressure hoses spray guns spray rods correct nozzles and fittings. Mentions corona lead dry lime sulfur solutions and Kayso additive claimed to boost spray efficiency. Provides contact at Win. Orchard 313 301 N Market St.
Police questioned three men after a late Saturday attack near town. Witnesses described a fight on the road and a white man asked to take a ride. A wallet with about $75 was reported missing and two suspects denied involvement.
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