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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1915
Page
4
Fragment reports a German paper claiming Germany is cleared of wrongdoing in the Lusitania disaster. The excerpt also references Kipling’s line on “cleared” and condemns the treatment of the dead with a sharp warning against the dishonor of officials.
The New York World notes historic relief efforts from 1871 to 1906 and Belgium's wartime devastation. Donations for Chicago San Francisco and Belgium exceed 60 million dollars, reflecting a monumental, worldwide response to human suffering and destruction. The piece frames charity as both benevolence and protest against aggression.
Fragmentary reflection on slaughter and memory, noting the stain on a nation and the enduring truth of character. Mentions brave deeds near Kinsale and a stray reference to Charles Frohman and Rita Jolivet, reflecting on fame, faith, and Epictetus in a somber, literary tone.
Mr and Mrs H W Hendricks Mr Mrs Fred Hoyt and Mr and a George T Page of New York have registered for all at the New Willard Ho
This morning while motoring near Winchester and later along the Valley pike toward Natural Bridge Virginia a traveler details a pleasant motor trip through the region.
Dr. Tucker aged 78, a Berryville native and physician, died at his residence after a prolonged tuberculosis battle. He trained at the University of Virginia and practiced in New York before returning to Clarke County. Survived by his wife Martha Jones Tucker and three children Alfred Eliza and Martha Jones. Funeral Sunday at Grace Protestant Episcopal Church with burial in the Episcopal graveyard.
Semi official report says King Victor Emmanuel uses all power to keep Italy out of the war. He summoned Signor Giolitti to form a new cabinet to steer Italy away from immediate conflict.
A series of candidate notices from Frederick County announcing runs for Commissioner of Revenue in Northern Southern and Gainesboro districts. Names include Charles H Harper Avland Andoff Luther R Baker F W Shenk Isaiah C Roe and Robert H Shull with pledges to perform duties faithfully if elected. Voter guidance notes Democratic primaries and district designation.
New York dispatch reports Marie Dressler sues to restrain Keystone from presenting Tillie’s Punished Romance in which she co starred with Charles Chaplin. She claims the film grossed 122000 and says she received nothing despite promises from two men in Los Angeles who touted the wealth of the movie business.
A candidate named Russell Cather announces his bid for the office of Commonwealth Attorney, pledging to exercise utmost effort and administrative cooperation to serve the jurisdiction.
The notice states John M. K. announces candidacy for the House of Delegates re election subject to Democratic primary action. It references Boyd R Ric and party processes for nomination.
A batch of 1915 candidate announcements appears for county offices including Treasurer Sheriff and Supervisor. C R McCann seeks renomination for County Treasurer with R S Smith as aide. Pannett runs for Sheriff of Frederick County. F D Good and J T McIlweb declare bids for Back Creek District Supervisor and Clerk positions respectively, pledging to serve the people and uphold duties.
Carpers Valley Va May 13 Mr and Mrs B J Ford are building a brick house on Millwood road to be ready about July 1. Mrs Scott Carper and daughters Ada and Alma visited nearby families. Teachers plan an entertainment on May 19 at 8 pm inviting all.
The candidate announces bid for the State Senate in the Winchester district including Winchester City and Frederick Shenandoah counties. He pledges faithful, efficient service and impartial representation of all constituents if elected.
A fragmentary note mentions a gathering at the home of the latter's brother and sister in law quoted from the Star. The text is incomplete but implies a social or family event with unspecified details.
Bishop Warren A. Candler of Atlanta is appointed to oversee the Virginia conference for one year from July. The move follows past duties with North Carolina Southern Georgia and Alabama conferences. Candler, 55, author and preacher, serves as chancellor of Emory University and has written a life of Bishop Charles H. Galloway.
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