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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1931

Page

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Handley High Wins Cumberland Valley Track Meet

Handley High School topped the Cumberland Valley Athletic League meet in Cumberland Maryland scoring 40 points to claim the upper berth for the first time. Five league records fell as Dunlap Flickinger and Stipe of Handley led in multiple events, with Waynesboro and Alleghany also breaking marks. Four schools competed including Handley Waynesboro Alleghany and Washington County with F Clark of Alleghany leading overall.

Handley High School Cumberland Cumberland Valley Athletic League Handley Cumberland Fair Grounds Alleghany High School Handiians Waynesboro High School Dunlap Karns Martinsburg Flickinger Hall Hagerstown F. Clark Summbers Frederick Stipe Waynesboro Handley High Winchester Alleghany High Washington County High Waynesboro High Alleghany Washington County J. Flickinger John D. Zentmyer Roy Boone Garland R. Quarles Somerville Nicholson W. L. Lewis John Grindle Robert Cavanaugh Eugene Hopkins Edwin L. Kuhn Arthur W. Taylor Otis Sargeant John Parsons Tine

Faulkner Receives Estate Via Mrs Faulkner Will

The will of Mrs. Mary S. Van Metre Faulkner names her son Philip O. Faulkner of Martinsburg W V as executor and devisee of multiple properties in Winchester Martinsburg and Hedgesville plus cash gifts for cemetery care. She died in Martinsburg after living there in recent years. the will dated March 31 was recorded in the Corporation Court clerk's office.

Mary S. van Metre Faulkner Ollie F. Faulkner Corporation Court Clerk Philip O. Faulkner Martinsburg W. Va Cameron Street Winchester Loudoun Street East John Street Berkeley Faulkner South Spring Street Hedgesville Berkeley County John Street Mount Hebron Green Hill Cemetery Philip C. van Metre Erash Hedges

Shenandoah Valley Academy Beats St Albans In Baseball Meet

Shenandoah Valley Academy defeated St Albans School 7-1 as Luck pitched strong for S V A. St Albans scored only in the seventh inning. Inter-scholastic track meet results show Randolph Macon Academy beating S V A 29 12 to 4 7 12 with Tayloe and Kelly winning multiple events.

Randolph-Macon Academy Teath Shenandoah Valley Academy St. Albin’s School Washington Shenandoah Boys Luck St. Alban’s Winchester Washingtonians Stedman V. A Sterrett St. Alban McGee Miles Arias Lee Wister Smith Castle Patton Skinker Brazier Freeman Lorton Randolph Macon Academy Front Royal Palmer Kelly Roberts Price Moore Linson Brown Roszel S. V Grezman Bravier

Corporation Court In Session Today

The May term of the Corporation Court began this morning with Judge Philip Williams presiding. No jury was summoned today, but one may be called later to hear civil cases scheduled on various days in the court calendar.

Corporation Court Philip Williams

Bankruptcy Proceedings Open for J Fred Wilson Shipper

The first creditors meeting for J Fred Wilson the apple and peach shipper declared bankrupt by the U S District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia is set for May 23 at Martinsburg with debts listed at 52312 11 and assets 27524 40 Wilson living in Roanoke Va faces 4817 15 secured and 32390 96 unsecured obligations plus 14480 notes and other evidences and 525 accommodation paper Oak orchardists and apple firms in cities including London New York Boston Detroit Chicago Baltimore Cincinnati Kansas City Rochester and others are owed with assets including an ice and cold storage plant in Berkeley Springs a Berryville basket company a Martinsburg hotel and 2000 in undistributed reversion He also notes partner Charles Galt Dehaven of Martinsburg who filed a bankruptcy petition with Wilson, liabilities 2350 assets 0. Wilson began his Martinsburg business in 1923 after five years as sales manager of the Cumberland Fruit Exchange He made an assignment for the benefit of creditors in 1929 but did not declare bankruptcy and since then has paid off much of the old debt.

J. Fred Wilson United States Court For Northern District of West Virginia Wilbur H. Thomas Martinsburg Wilson Roanoke Apple London England New York Boston Detroit Chicago Baltimore Cincinnati Kansas City Rochester N. Y Chattanooga Nashville Charles Galt Dehaven West Virginia Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania Cumberland Fruit Exchange

Storage lien limits on personal property in county case

Judge Williams in the Corporation Court ruled that personal property held under a reserved lien can be stored but not liable for full rent. Landis Machine Company owned machinery on which a reserved lien existed. Hyman abandoned it and Hable sought rent. The court awarded $100 for storage plus costs, denying full rental for the two months.

Williams Landis Machine Company St. Louis W. L. Hyman Hyman Corporation Court H. H. Hable Hable Landis Winchester

Right to aid among state rights most eagerly preserved

Kenosha Wisconsin readers note the state’s strong stance on social aid programs remains a central political issue as communities discuss funding and eligibility amid ongoing debates. The piece reflects local sentiment on welfare and state control in public policy.

Kenosha Wis

Mrs Cooley Hurt In Car Collision

Mrs Leo Cooley of East Piccadilly Street was thrown through a windshield when a Baltimore man’s car with a Washington DC plate collided with the Cooley vehicle at Piccadilly and Kent streets. Mrs Cooley suffered a severe lip cut and four teeth were knocked out. damage to the Cooley car estimated at $100. The Baltimore car was impounded as it is held for damages and injuries.

Leo Cooley East Piccadilly Street Baltimore Washington (D. C Cooley Piccadilly Kent Streets

Wool House to Open This Week

J M Fishpaw announces the will open Wool house this week with details coded as 5 18 1p 21. The notice provides limited information and directs readers to await further instructions.

J. M. Fishpaw

Home Demonstration Agent Plans Week of 4-H Activities

The home demonstration agent outlines a week of public 4-H programs across Clarke county with demonstrations in foods clothing poultry and gardening. Clubs for juniors and community groups for adults meet from Monday through Saturday with style show plans and pest control guidance.

Clarke County Shenandoah and Marvin's Chapel Bryarly Armel Relief Stephens City Star Tannery 4-H Gore

The Gangster Surely To Be Eliminated If His Pull Limited

The Weston Oregon Leader notes that the gangster would face elimination if his only leverage remains the trigger. The piece underscores a narrow threat based on his firearms influence and the authorities' stance.

Weston Ore

Many Women of County 10 Tend Home Gardens

The county wide vegetable garden drive in Frederick County closed last week with strong participation and fine crop growth. G W Morris of Southern Chemical Co Winchester donated a five pound bag of Chilean nitrate of soda to each contestant. A full list of campaign members is provided.

Frederick County G. W. Morris Southern Chemical Company Winchester Nora Newcome S. J. Adams Ida M. Fawcett E.S. Nicholson Virginia L. Anderson B. L. Larrick A. B Stotler Emma Schob Loring Cooper Robert McVoy Norman DeBusk J. W. Muse R. L. Smith J. R. McKeever Clara Edwards J. W. Paris J. C. Bowman R. H Brill A. D. Adams T A. Triplett Edward Carpenter Newton Cather H E. Pingley George Larrick Odessa Secrist F. A Whitacre Janie Yost Sam Conrad Sadie Anderson William Wolford Lee Sirbaugh S. H. Braithwaite Oliver DeHaven J. W. Stipe Erle Edwards Daisy Orndorf E. Piter Julian Larrick Daisy Williams Mayme Braithwaite Roy Duvall Charles Adams W. F Anderson E. S. Smoke Snapp Williams A.S. Nelson C. L. Sandy H. F Clemons Grover Carper G. M. Morrow Sylvia Carper Charles Hammack E. R. McDonald G. H Richard Ollie Havermale John Larrick, Jr L A. Lamp May Hamman J. W. Venerable Dora Wagner W. S. O'Rear Walter Adams Blanche Fletcher Laura Dick W. A. Tinsman Lee Whitacre Lester Dailey C. W. Parish L. O. Dick D. F. Kern Mollie Kern R. A. Larrick J. W Steele D. N._Grover Rebecca Pidgeon Hortense White M. C. Garvin Robert VanMeter Lois Anderson A. R. Rinker A. J. Tavenner H. Allen J. W. Hancher John Snapp Sallie Fahnestock H. A. Funk C. O. Watson H. H. Lovett Charles Brill Charles Trevault Frank Galliday M. E. Schenck Preston Carbaugh Frank Massie George Pingley Frank Barley Riggleman Eva Sampsell Jordan Stout Robert Schild

Hines in Jail Awaiting Trial in Harrisonburg

W. J. Hines of Richmond is jailed awaiting transportation to Harrisonburg for arraignment on Harrison Narcotic Act violation charges. Federal agents allege morphine possession with claimed personal use. Hines has prior narcotics-related convictions and was arrested in Richmond on forged physician certificates claims.

W. J. Hines Richmond Harrisonburg United States Hines Ricchicoli A. S. Gentry Roanoke Alexandria

Radio advertising grows in appeal for bold campaigns

Advertisers seek memorable radio spots that grab attention and spark strong reactions. Creative teams test provocative messages to break through clutter and push audiences toward brands, products, and services.

SPECIAL LOW PRICES On Paints This Week

JOHN W ROSENBERGER & CO announces limited week sale on paints with special low prices. This local notice highlights discounted prices and a short sale window.

John W Rosenberger & CO

Monument set for Rev. James Ireland in Berryville

In Berryville Virginia on May 20 a monument will be unveiled in Buckmarsh Cemetery for Rev. James Ireland former pastor of Berryville Baptist Church. Dr Garnett Ryland will deliver the principal address with a Virginia Baptists message from Rev Dr T Clagett Skinner. The event honors Ireland as a martyr and pioneer of religious freedom with Virginia Baptists contributing to the memorial.

T. Clagett Skinner Virginia Berryville James Ireland Buckmarsh Berryville Baptist Church Florence Broaddus Julian Broaddus Ireland Katie V. Winfrey Culpeper State Historical Society Garnett Ryland University of Richmond Virginia Baptists Virginia Baptist General Asociation C. A Hall Luray Goodwin Frazer Charles Town W. Va Trap Hill

Former Army Man Killed In Auto Wreck Near Slanesville

A 23 year old former United States Army enlistee died when his automobile left the road near Slanesville Hampshire county West Virginia and plunged down an embankment. He had recently returned from service mostly in the Philippine Islands and was driving alone when the crash occurred. He is survived by his parents and several brothers and sisters.

Mance SentTl Slanesville Hampshire County W. Va

Winchester Woolen Company Offers Jones Stock To Investors

P McVicar, president, announces Winchester Woolen Company formed to buy Jones Woolen properties to block outside buyers. Promoters report existing subscriptions and seek additional funds with priority for former Arthur G Jones Mills stockholders. Office visits and May 23 deadline set for stock subscriptions.

Arthur G Jones Woolen Mills Corporation Jones Harrison and Harrison

Virginia apple growers urged to expand foreign markets

Virginia Division of Markets director J H Meek urges rapid action by apple growers and the State Horticultural Society to maintain and expand foreign markets. He compares adapting to market demand to past business shifts and notes improved Virginia packing. The piece calls for a representative to travel to key southern and midwestern markets and for compact packaging to fit small household purchases.

State Council of OFA Opens in Library in Winchester

A large Virginia delegation arrives in Winchester for the annual State Council meeting of the Order of Fraternal Americans and its auxiliary the Daughters of America. The event includes welcome addresses by local officials and state leaders with plans for joint sessions tonight and meetings Tuesday in Winchester.

Virginia Winchester State Council Order of Fraternal Americans Daughters of America Order of United Americans National Council Omar C. Stebbs Louisville Richmond Handley Library J. Ray Everhart Aaminee Mansfield Bessie’ E News Kenyon D. of Chamber of Commerce Andrew Bell Secreary William H. Murphy Handley Orchestra the Daughters of America Ann van Buren National Counccl Rosa Belle Stewart Anderson Orchestra Odd Fellows’ Temple George Washington Hotel Order of Fraternal Americans of Daughters of America of O. P. A. Valley

Meeting For Young People Here Tuesday

A meeting in the interests of the young people and religious education will be held at the Presbyterian Church tomorrow evening beginning at 7 o'clock. Dr. S. R. Diehl of Martinsburg will lead with Rev. Dr. T. K. Currie, secretary of religious education in the Synod of Virginia, and Miss Bowman from Richmond in attendance. Superintendents, teachers, and all interested in Sunday school and young people are invited.

Presbyterian Church S. R. Diehl Martinsburg T. K. Currie Synod of Virginia Bowman Richmond

Retail distributors note rising consumer demand trend

Large retail distributors report the trend of consumers' demands and stress that meeting this demand efficiently and economically is essential for the purchasing public.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Handley High Tracemen Handley Squad W.A R. Shippen Rf Sterrett Is. Fletcher Chesley C Patton P. Willett Tilly J Fred. Wilson Frederick Clarke Baptists DR. Ryland Woolen Company Mr. Meek J. H. Meek State Horticultural Society Harry F. Byrd Northwest W. S. Campfield South Middle West State Council OF OFA
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