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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1915
Page
6
The New York World quotes Charles Frohdtian as saying death is a beautiful adventure on the Lusitania deck. It notes many Americans and different races perished calmly, likening the tragedy to Titanic ruin and urging duty to country amid war’s grim toll.
The New York Sun contrasts a loud former president who hammers at the president amid crisis with a calmer, patriotic ex leader who urges restraint and support. The piece praises the latter for his prudent counsel and critical understanding of the nation’s needs.
A fragmentary comic piece mocks church figures and wedding rituals with a brash benched line of dialogue. The preset cast includes a pastor, presiding parson and an usher, while Sunday School Superintendent scolds the audience for flinging money at a plate.
Voices nationwide express unity and confidence in leaving national honor with President Wilson. Interviews and editorials echo the sentiment, with public approval from officials, prominent figures, and ordinary citizens alike.
The Philadelphia Record notes the nation will stand behind President Wilson, maintaining a firm course aligned with national morality and self-respect. Observers hear a confident, patriotic determination echoed across the seas and by those with ears to the ground.
A wartime ballad describes a submarine hunter gliding beneath fog and seaweed. The narrator boasts sinking ships with silent steel weapons, cheering encounters and doomed sailors, sworn to meet more enemies in the depths.
A fragment outlines practical maxims attributed to Jefferson. It lists never delay tasks, self reliance, cautious spending, not purchasing unwanted cheap items, prioritizing pride and temper, avoiding regret from overeating, and choosing ease over trouble. The passage ends mid rule about taking things smoothly.
Mrs Claude Larrick suffered a serious facial cut after trying to stop a runaway team and is recovering. Mrs J B Harness visits her ill father in Romney. B S Lafollette and R A Arnold report fine fishing. F C Spaid busy hauling for L F Cline of Yellow Springs. E A Brill builds new structures this spring. J H Johnson visits relatives in Winchester. Z T Larrick’s house narrowly escaped fire when a nearby building burned down.
Albin notes visitors and social calls in the region. Mr. and Mrs. E W Albin of Winchester spent days with friends here. Henry Luttrell of Chestnut Grove stayed with friends. The Joneses of Winchester visited Howard Luttrell. J A Ashton returned from Martinsburg after relatives time. Edith Alkire called on Mrs. Orndorff. Annie Russell of Fairmont visits Willow Lawn home near town.
Charles E. Rainsberger of Winchester testifies that overlifting and exposure hurt his back and kidneys. After tryingDoan's Kidney Pills he reports immediate relief and continued success. The advertisement notes the 60 cent price and urges readers to ask for Doan's at dealers.
Dr W E Biederwolf quit his six week campaign in Hagerstown last night after yielding 1300 trail hits. He spoke before a large Winchester audience and received heavy local support with over 600 in person and nearly 200 by letter, bringing trail-hitter totals to 2100. In Chambersburg the turnout was about 1,743 despite a population deficit.
Trustees offer for sale the William Pannett Home Place a 154 acre limestone farm near Winchester Virginia. The property lies about 4.5 miles from Winchester between Welltown Road and Apple Pie Ridge and includes a nine room residence a large bank barn and apple orchard. Sale on site at noon with one third cash and balance in two equal annual installments secured by deed of trust and insurance and bonds. Trustees M M Lynch Warren Rice Roy P Duvall auctioneer. April 20 4 wk.
A decree of the Court of Winchester directs trustees and special commissioners to sell at public auction on May 22, 1915, at 11 a.m. in front of the Court House a lot on Main Street with a frame dwelling and store room. The sale requires one third cash and balance in two annual installments with bonds, and a purchaser’s mortgage on the property. Robt. M. Ward, John Steck, James P. Reardon, and Harry E. Kern are the commissioners.
In Frederick county, a state road fund built from automobile licenses stands at about $16,000. The state pays 50 percent of road costs, the county 50 percent, and additional miles require matching funds. Homeowners and workers are urged to contribute small amounts or labor, promising two dollars of road per one dollar contributed, with county officials stressing the value of the road under supervision of Mr. Fites.
A brief public notice states that seances are postponed until the day of the primary, with events resuming on that date. Local officials urged residents to stay informed through official channels for updated schedules and safety guidance.
Several candidates announce for local offices in Gainesboro and the Northern District of Frederick County. William E. Smith seeks the Democratic nomination for Gainesboro District supervisor. Charles H. Harper runs for Commissioner of Revenue in the Northern District. C Brannon and Uther R. Baker also announce bids for Revenue Commissioner.
Several individuals declare themselves candidates in the Southern District Democratic primary. W. ShenK Isaiah C. Roe and Herbert H. Shull outline aims to become commissioner of Revenue and district official, pledging faithful service if elected.
The candidate declares intent to run for Commonwealth's Attorney of Rick County in the August 8 election. Cather emphasizes reducing waste and improving efficiency if elected. He signs as T Russell Cather.
A fragmented notice shows JOHN M. STECK announcing candidacy for the House of Delegates and BOYD R. RICHARD announcing as a candidate, under Democratic Party procedures.
A candidate announces re election bid for County Treasurer in the upcoming primary. The text expresses support for the incumbent Mr R B Smith and calls for votes from the electorate.
Re Deth er Pannet t declares candidacy for Frederick County Sheriff in the Democratic Primary on August 8 1915 and seeks support from voters pleased with county management. F D Good announces candidacy for Supervisor Back Creek District subject to the Democratic Primary and pledges to faithfully perform duties if elected.
J. T. McIlwee declares candidacy for Supervisor of Back Creek District in the Frederick County Democratic primary. He promises to fulfill duties to the best of his ability and always prioritize the interests of county residents.
A candidate announces for the State Senate to represent the tenth district including Frederick Shenandoah and Winchester. He pledges faithful administration, impartial service, and election under the Democratic party.
A historical note argues submarines may not destroy merchant vessels on high seas until the lives of all aboard are secured. Citing Admiral Semmes, the discussion claims prize status must protect crew safety before any destruction and warns Germany must heed this law of nations.
In the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the County of ee on April 24 1915 F Mills sues Geo H Mills for divorce a mensa et ad with general relief An affidavit states Geo H Mills is non resident of Virginia An order requires his appearance within 15 days after publication and publication in Winchester Evening Star weekly for four weeks with a copy posted at the county court house front door before May 8 1915 Teste J W Baker Clerk W Larrick p q aly 4.264w
In the Circut Court of Frederick County Bank of Winchester sues Alice M. Hillyard et al. The matter is referred to a Master Commissioner to report real estate holdings of Hillyard and jointly owned property, liens, and priorities. A notice will be published in the Winchester Evening Star for four weeks. Proceedings dated 1916.
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