Troop 2 Makes Its Bow At Public Indictments
Seven indictments were returned by a special grand jury for various offenses. The docket includes forgery, housebreaking, petty larceny, arson, criminal assault, and attempted assault on a sheriff. Several defendants face sentences or transfers to appropriate facilities. Local investigations and court actions continued into the term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Court
Whiting
White
W. Ramsburg
Ry Cammer
Yarly An
Special Shooting Match Planned at Winchester Gun Club
Winchester Gun Club schedules a special shooting match for Confederate Memorial Day, June 6, with a meeting at 8 o clock tonight in the Hotel Evans lobby. Nonmembers and interested voters invited to attend. Ten shooters competed in a Saturday practice. George B. Chapman and Claude B. Quickley tied for first, each winning $1 from 85 targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Gun Club
Hotel Evans
Aly
Andeorgé B. Chapman
Claude B.uickley
Lost lap robe advertised in local sale listing
A green and black velour lap robe is missing with a reward offered at Star office. The message references Herald’s rug sale ad on page 7 and a local community village on Valley Pike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Office
Moling _and Seal’s
Strange Theatre Ad Promises Souvenirs and Plot Sale
Fragmentary notice advertises a Strand Theatre appearance by a man disguised as Charlie Kaplin, offering souvenirs for everyone and a plot sale at Nour Price. The readable fragments suggest a daylong event on Thursday with a playful marketing angle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Strand Theatre
C Nectar
Charlie Kaplin
Entertains for Visitors Honor Guests From Washington
Mrs Barrow daughter of United States Senator Coélt of Rhette Island and Miss Judge from Washington arrived Saturday to stay with Mrs W A Baker on South Washington. Mrs Baker hosted a card party Saturday evening for the guests and today they toured Gettysburg battlefields before returning to Washington this evening.
Urge Spraying for Leaf Spot Disease in Orchards
Extension headquarters urges immediate application of frog eye leaf spot spray in all orchards. The message notes no scab found recently, but Frog Eye Leaf Spot is unusually severe. A detailed article is promised in tomorrow's Star. Pathologist F J Schneiderhan confirms the advisory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston
the Star
Severe spring storm in Shenandoah Valley hits Warren Clarke areas
A late afternoon electrical storm swept southern Fredericks County and parts of Warren and Clarke counties with hail near Refuge and Keezletown. Four cows were killed by lightning near Keezletown, with a fire damaging Mrs Wright’s home in Winchester area. Much of the valley saw thunder and heavy rain, while Keezletown wheat, barley and corn suffered damage. Local residents reported lightning flashes and drifting storm paths along the Shenandoah river.
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Fredericks County
Warren
Clarke
Shenandoah River
Winchester
Park
Keezeltown
Rockingham
A. D
H. W. Bertram
Wright
Keezletown
Winchester Peopie
Dead River
Auxiliary Bridge Whist Party Benefits Legion Auxiliary
The Woman's Auxiliary of Robert Y. Conrad Post held the first bridge whist benefitting the post. Thirty tables hosted 120 players with tea and sandwiches. receipts reached $85 for the auxiliary. The group plans monthly parties and summer sessions at the post building on North Min Street after a successful first event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Auxiliary
Robert Y. Conrad Post
Run ‘Legion
Post
North Min Street
Martinsburg Woman Bettie Whettel Dies After Illness
Mrs Bettie Whettel wife of Joshua Whetzel died Saturday at her Martinsburg West Virginia home after a long illness from Brights disease and paralysis aged 50. Funeral from her residence Tuesday at 2 pm with interment in Martinsburg cemetery. She was a lifelong Martinsburg resident leaving husband son Clyde sister and brother in law Mrs Mary Langley and nieces and nephews listed. She had many Winchester friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bettie Johnson Whettel
Joshua Whetpel
Martinsburg
W. Va
Bright
Pittsburgh
Mary Langley
North Main Street
Harry Markell
Cora
Gertrude Lamp
Edward
James ‘Lamp
Whetzel
Winchester
Winchester High School Baseball Triumphs and Road to Charlottesville
Winchesters ball team defeated Culpeper 13 to 9 to earn a trip to Charlottesville for the Virginia State Championship games around the 25th of the month. Anderson, Cornwell, Hockman and Snyder starred, with White and Jeffries leading Culpeper. Snyder and Patton delivered strong pitching in the win over Waynesboro as Winchester improved its position and fans hailed Ham and Patton for college‑level potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester High School
Charlottesville
Cull High School
Mit
Anderson
Winchester Boys
White
Culpeper
Patton
Winchester Rogeeee
Snyder
Cornwell
Hockman
Winchester
White and Jeffries
Ham
Waynesboro
Ete
Jimmy Yates
Eee Menmeey
Felix
Mason
Barr
Martin
Potter
Burley Heads to National Chamber Convention
Thomas F. Burley Jr secretary of Morgantown West Virginia Chamber of Commerce traveled from Morgantown to attend a Winchester board meeting and then to Washington for the annual United States Chamber of Commerce convention. He was chosen to represent Morgantown district at the national association meeting forecasting a major gathering this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas F. Burley, Jr
Chamber of Commerce of
Morgantown
W. Va
Winchester Ad ‘Board
Washington
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
Burley
National Association
Pyrox Immediate Delivery Spray Ad
Advertisement notes Pyrox for immediate delivery in any quantity with a mention of spray efficacy for the next application and credits Orchard Supply Co. as supplier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WIN
Orchard Supply CO
Iptf
City School Children Registration Guidelines
City children entering kindergarten or first grade may register at John Kerr School from May 13 to June 10 on Saturdays 9 am to noon. Bring birth certificate and vaccination proof. Five-year-olds by October 15 enroll in kindergarten. six-year-olds by October 15 enroll in first grade. County pupil registrations to follow. E Clerk Superintendent of Schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kerr School
Winchester Fair to Feature Cattle Show and Auto Racing
Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society plans a major Winchester fair with a beef cattle show central to the program. Directors approve $5 000 to $7 000 for a new exhibit stable and race track improvements to boost auto and motorcycle events attracting national drivers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Winchester Fair
Harry R. Bryant
Fair Board
Barley
Winchester
Frederick County
SEAL'S MUSIC STORE Clears 2000 Records at Bargain Prices
Sale notice for 2000 New Okeh Records offered at 59 cents each or 4 for $2.25. No records on approval and cash only. No charges. Ends unspecified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okeh
SEAL
Insurance ad protects Frederick apple growers from hail
A vintage insurance advertisement offers a special policy for Frederick County growers to protect apple crops from hail damage. Yarnsbrough & Carter handles insurance, real estate, and investments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick County
Yarnsbrough & Carter, Insurance
O Flaherty Released on Bond in Frederick County
Robert O Flaherty of Frederick county was arrested on a highway robbery charge tied to the alleged theft from John Bowles colored. He is released on a 5.60 bond furnished by M H Baker and John O Flaherty and to appear at the June term of the Circuit Court of Frederick County.
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Mendall
Taylor
Armelee
Kendall
Idall
Western State Hospital
Staunton
Joseph’ Doran
William Stroker
Luther Pannett
Julian Larrick
Frederick County
Robert O'Flaherty
John Bowles
M. H. Baker
John O'Flaherty
Frederick
Miss Effie Barrett Visits City From Baltimore
Miss Effie Barrett formerly of this city now living in Baltimore is visiting friends here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effie Barrett
Baltimore
Lost Collie Dog Reward For Lucy Ann Binge
Brown and white collie lost with a reward offered. Owner Lucy Ann Binge seeks return. contact information and timeframe implied by notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy Ann Binge
Winchester Girls Week Plans Highlight Community Charm
A Winchester Rotary Club committee approves May 21 to 28 as Girls Week to honor local young women. Events include church services, Empire Glee Club performance, a Mother’s Day observance, home life activities, and a Thursday march to Equity grounds with a simple capstone exercise.
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Rotary Club
Winchester
Thdeaioee
Zens
Saul Ghomden
Pecereie
Girls’ Athletic Association
The
Empire
Ne School
Fife
John, Kerr
Equity
Death Summons James B. Cooper
James Benjamin Cooper a well known retired blacksmith died at 2 15 oclock Sunday morning at the home of Mr and Mrs William Elwell on Nation ones where he had an agent. He was in his seventy eighth year never married and survived by two sisters Rachelndorff Lost City W Va and Rodia Caroline Anderson No 19 West Cork Street this city. Funeral services were held at 2 oclock this afternoon at Grace Lutheran Church conducted by Rev A A Kelly after which he was laid to rest in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Benjamin Cooper
William Elwell
Nation
Cooper
Rachelndorff
Lost City
W. Va
Rodia Caroline Anderson
West Cork Street
Grace Lutheran
Salyards Visit Keyser Couple With Daughter
Mr and Mrs J M Salyard and daughter Geraldine of Keyser West Virginia arrived for a few days visit. Chapman is staying on West Clifford Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Salyard
Geraldine Salyard
Keyser
W. Va
Chapman
West Clifford Street
Woodrow Wilson Fund Drive Reaches Quota in Frederick County
The Woodrow Wilson Foundation Fund Committee reports raising 868.50 toward the Central Virginia campaign quota. Winchester volunteers worked hard in a early drive, with many contributing time and cheer, thanking key ladies and local bankers for support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow - Wilson Foun Fund Committee
Cheater
Frederick County
Virginia
Winchester
Welcome of New Christian Church Pastor Service
The First Christian Church in Chester hosts a formal installation for the new pastor. The Rev Dr William Atkinson presides with local clergy, choir, prayers, and a welcome by city officials. The ceremony includes an installation sermon and charge to the pastor and church, followed by a benediction.
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Joseph
Franklin
Morgan
Chester
William
Vietral Conference
Reva
Mh Depp
Ols Diers
Boyd V. Switzer
Atkinson
Geared Dire Etor
Sale
Dr. Walters
Apnea Eco
Nels Richards
of City
Charles Adey
City
W. W. Gil
J.F
Tires Tires Tires Best Deals Ad
A brief tire sale notice urges readers to inspect and purchase tires at a local shop during open hours. It emphasizes value and visibility of selection.
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Roy A Cather
S. M
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Ralph Stewart
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Benjamin Kendall
Marion
Fred. Taylor
Northern Virginia Power Company
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Ernest Green
Jerry
Mary Morgan
Charles Menefee
Fletcher Day
Harvey Greenwalt
Baltimore and Ohio
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Arthur
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F. J. Schneiderhan
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Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society
Thomas Fley, Jr
Chamber of Commerce
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James R. DuShane
O’flaherty
Bond
James B. Cooper
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