Government moves to administer the World War I bonus
Government machinery is activated to implement the bonus for veterans. The Veterans Bureau will control administration with cash payments for those under 50 and paid up 20 year endowment policies for others, with policies issued next January and cash due after March. The Red Cross will assist by distributing forms and guiding applicants.
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Director Hines
Veterans’ Bureau
Washington
Red Cross
News of Senate passage reaches Winchester and Frederick ex-service men
The Star reported yesterday afternoon that the Senate passed the bonus bill despite the President's veto. The AP dispatch explained party divisions in the upper house, and the effect of the vote was shared with readers quickly. Baltimore and Washington papers also carried the result last evening.
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Star
Winchester
Frederick County
Senate
The
Associated Press
Dispatch
Congress
Baltimore Ana
Washington
Empire Theatre Week At A Glance
This week's Empire Theatre lineup features a strong slate of features and performances with showtimes posted for the week. Local patrons can expect early evening screenings and weekend matinees. Check listings for specific titles and dates.
Middletown Boy Tied To Telephone Pole In Strasburg Incident
In Strasburg Virginia on May 20 a 16 year old Middletown boy Charles Edmondson was seized by unknown youths near Artz Mill. He was bound by rope to a telephone pole, fired upon in the air, and later released by Sgt. R L Keller and C Pingley. Edmondson named no suspects. Police pursue identification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strasburg
R.L. Keller
C. &. Pingley
Artz Mill
Middletown
Looge
Charles “Dad”mondson
C. BE. Edmonson
Artz's Mill
Keller
Pingleys
Edmondson
Acting Chief Told To Take His Orders From Smith
Washington May 20 Plans for a temporary recess in the Senate Daugherty investigation have virtually been agreed upon and the committee in charge has ordered preparation of a partial report for presentation before month end. Dailey testified that former Attorney General Daugherty ordered him to take up all questions with Jess W Smith and that Smith’s commands, not Daugherty’s, governed the bureau’s actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Smith
Daugherty
Jess W. Smith
Bureau of Investigation
Department of Justice
Lewis J. Dailey
Daugh
French Aviator Doisy Reaches Canton After Shanghai Stop
AP reports Captain Pelletier Doisy, French aviator, arrived in Shanghai from Canton on a Paris to Tokyo flight. Doisy then abandoned the journey after a May 20 landing damaged his aircraft, saying he would not continue the route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Shanghai
Pelletier Doisy
Canton
Paris
Takilo
Doisy
London
Shanghaii
Tokio
Reuter
May Snow Touches Brocton in 15-Year Late Fall
Light snow fell in Brocton New York today leaving a white film on ground and roofs for a time. Residents say it is the first late May snow in 15 years marking an unusual spring event for the area.
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Associated Press
Brocton
N. Y
Wite
Ribs Fractured When Carpenter Falls Through Floor
Charles E. Layman a carpenter at the Woolworth building on North Main street was seriously injured this morning after stepping backward into an uncovered hole and falling from the second to the first floor. Dr. C. R. Anderson found three fractured ribs, one puncturing a lung, and Layman was moved to Memorial Hospital where he rested well this afternoon awaiting pneumonia risk. Layman hails from Canterbury in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Layman
Woolworth
North Main Street
C. R. Anderson
Memorial Hospital
Anderson
Mr. Layman
Canterbury
For Rent Six Room House in Harris Addition
For rent a six room house available June 1st in the Harris Addition. Contact Geo. B. Chapman at phone 395. Also note an advertising offer for the Valley Directory. Bowman will call to discuss reaching 30 towns for $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harris
Geo. B. Chapman
Bowman
Alley Belle Bread Featured In Gay Paris Tale
An archival ad fragment repeats the seller call to ask for Alley Belle Bread alongside a Balzac related hook. The line references a story section titled Slave of Desire from The Magic Skin and notes a Paris setting in a brief 1 page format.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balzac
Paris
Injunction Granted In Land Trespass Case Between Hannum And Walker
The Frederick County Circuit Court granted an injunction against H I Walker restraining him and his agents from entering Hannum land and the private road thereon. The writ, issued without notice, is set to dissolve June 2 at the next term unless enlarged. Walker withdrew from a magistrate hearing on jurisdiction and has not paid a prior fine. The case will be heard before Judge Whiting on title to the roadway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashby M. Hannum
H. I. Walker
Hannum
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Walker
Bondin
County Magistrate’s Court
Tavenner
Hannum Land
Whiting
Daughters of Today Delights Colonial Theatre Crowds
The Daughters of Today opens a two day engagement at The Colonial Theatre. The program blends dramatic dynamite with a jazz age tempo in The Jazz Babies Ball. Audiences hear the bass saxophone’s moan alongside mothers’ questions about daughters. A one day only photoplay, Judgment of the Storm, accompanies Surprise Night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of Today
Colonial Theatre
Moling and Seal Warner Cor Sets and Brassieres Ad
An advertisement from the Moling and Seal Warner Company promotes sets and brassieres offered for sale. It highlights product lines, pricing or features, and directs readers to shop at the store or through catalog channels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moling & Seal Warner
FROSTS DAMAGE CANADA APPLES
Snow in western Ontario combined with heavy frosts in the north threatens orchards and crops across the province. The Ontario Department of Agriculture reports spring two weeks late and wet weather has slowed grain sowing in northern and eastern counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Ontario
Ontario Department of Agriculture
Moonshiner Suspected in Slayings Near Lamb's Gap
State police and Cumberland county officials pursue new leads in the Lamb's Gap killings of Marysville High School student Harry Ganster and teacher Leah Billenberger. Traces of moonshine activity are found near the crime site as funeral services proceed in Marysville.
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Harrisburg
Harry Ganster
Marysville
Leah Billenberger
Hollidaysburg
Cumberland County
Lamb's Gap
Here
Help Requested for Ill Friend of Friendship Fire Company
Friendship Fire Company officials appeal for food or money donations for a long time loyal member facing possible death after an accident and cancer. His family depends on him and lacks basic needs while he fights severe illness. Contributions may be left at the Friendship engine house for distribution by a company committee.
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Friendship Fire Company
Friendship Engine House
Robbers Strike Gypsy Band Near Uniontown
Four bandits posing as officers robbed a gypsy camp at Beenson near Uniontown Pa of 12000 dollars in gold and currency early today. Mr and Mrs Ice Western and their 17 year old daughter Arnnna were attacked. the daughter was injured chasing the robbers who fled in an automobile.
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Uniontown
Beenson
Here
Ice Western
Arnnna
Valley Belle Bread Ad Teases Daddy with Jackie Cogan
An ad for Valley Belle Bread promotes tomorrow’s showing of the film Daddy starring Jackie Cogan. The notice tempts readers to not miss the presenting feature.
Japanese Ambassador May Be Permitted To Quit Post Here
Tokyo May 20 Associated Press report says Ambassador Hankara may resign his Washington post. Foreign Minister Matsui told reporters the cabinet discussed the topic after today’s meeting. In Washington President Hdge accepted Cyrus B Wood’s resignation as ambassador to Japan. No successor chosen yet though several names are considered.
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Associated Press
Tokio
Hankara
Washington Post
Matsui
Othe
Wood
Washington
Cyrus B. Wood
Japan
Hdge
Etha Willis Changes Name After Illigitimate Marriage Claim
Etha Willis of Stephens City Frederick County Virginia sought to change her name from Etna Moyer to Etna Willis after alleging Noah Moyer had a living wife at the time of their marriage. The Circuit Court ordered the name change and noted the marriage may not have been valid due to Virginia law prohibiting marriages where a spouse is living. The order records the name change in the county deeds book.
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Etha Willis
Stephens City
Noah Moyer
Noah
Circuit Court
Etna Moyer
Etna Willis
Virginia
Etha Moyer
Moyer
State of
Frederick County
Three Intense Pictures At Empire This Week
Empire showcases three strong pictures this week. Tonight continues Slave of Desire to a full house. Jackie Coogan stars in Daddy with a fine cast and three daily shows. Friday features Vanity Fair, Becky Sharp’s tale, plus daily short subjects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackie Coogan
First National
Thackeray
Vanity Fair
Becky Sharp
The
Empire
Hail Damage Insurance Ad in Winchester
A local notice urges farmers to insure crops against hail with Hansbrough and Carter Insurance Loans Real Estate in Winchester Virginia offering best coverage and prompt settlements for apples wheat corn and other crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hansbrough & Carter Insurance
Winchester
Rummage Sale At Kernstown School House
Rummage sale advertised at Kernstown school house with music by Cammer's Brass Band. Event repeated by special request, scheduled for Friday May 23 from 2 to 1p.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kernstown
Cammer
New Grocery Opens at Walter Barnett’s Former Stand
New grocery opened at Walter Barnett’s old stand on East Cliff in S& with a full line of new groceries. Newcome & Newcome operate the shop, signaling fresh local retail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Barnett
E. Cliffor’ S
Newcome & Newcome
Surprise Party for Mrs. J. H. Cooley in Cumberland
Mrs. J. H. Cooley returned from a two week visit with her sister Mrs. George Penrod in Cumberland Maryland where Merry Matron Sewing Club hosted a surprise party at Penrod's home. The event featured games music and a radio concert led by nephew Louis Carl Penrod. A luncheon followed. Miss Lily Dandridge Boyd has returned to Selma after several months in Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Cooley
George Penrod
Cumberland
Merry Matron Sewing Club
Louis Carl Penrod
Lily Dandridge Boyd
Baltimore
Selma
Passage of Bonus Bill Triggers Market Break
New York May 20 stock prices opened sharply as selling surged after the passage of the soldier bonus bill over the veto. Industrial leaders fell 1 to 6 points while shorts covered and bargain buyers supported less active issues. By late morning Baldwin faced renewed selling and prices shaded again. Call money rose to 3 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Baldwin
Call
Engine mishap at Winchester plant sparks rumors
Rumors claimed a major explosion at the Winchester Paper Mills site, but today’s investigation showed only a minor engine accident occurred last night. Repairs were completed promptly and no large-scale damage was found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snemnneas Board Corporation
Winchester Paper Mills
Prayer Service at Christ Church for Japan Work
A prayer service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church on Thursday May 22 at 12 o clock led by Rev Dr F T McFadden of the Presbyterian Church. The gathering supports the Tokyo Christian bishop reconstruction fund after last September's catastrophe and urges gifts and prayers to aid rebuilding efforts.
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Christ Episcopal Church
F. T.mcfadden
Tokyo
Christian America
United
Woman's Auxiliary of
Christ Church
Tariff Discussion Tonight at Handley Library
The Women's Democratic Club hosts a tariff discussion tonight at 8 PM in Handley Library. The speaker is city figure Robert T. Barton, inviting all interested to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Democratic Club
Handley Library
Robert T. Barton
Eye Strain Glasses Claim Headache Relief
Hodgson and Brown advertise glasses that relieve headaches by addressing eye strain. The copy urges readers to undergo an examination to reveal the problem and promises relief through their eyewear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodgson & Brown
Amerigan Legion Post Finances In Better Shape
The Amerigan Legion Post reports improved finances and plans to dedicate trees on Memorial Avenue for Armistice Day. Members discussed fund gains from recent activities, a parade float prize, and a push to reduce expenses. A tree dedication by the women's auxiliary is slated, with bronze plates to honor each tree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amerigan Legion Post
Robert Y. Conrad
Anne Post
Apple
North
Strest
Generation
Washir
Hae
Bone
Defendant Wins Suit in Jefferson County Court
A jury in Jefferson County last week found in favor of Tharpe in a suit involving George C. Fries and R. W. Clarke. The case proceeded through adjournments on Tuesday and Friday, with a final adjournment Saturday after a $500 payment to Tharpe's side.
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Ferson County
George C. Fries Agat
Jack Tharpe
R. W. Clarke County
Tharpe
Daily Prices Lyre Daily Prices Lyre Daily Shows
Market brief notes price levels for lyre instruments with figures 2380 7200 and 9100. No further context or entities provided. The data appears as isolated price points without clear dates vendors or locations.
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Ines
Veterans’ B
Veti
J Hington
House
Coolidge
Empire Theatre
Strasburg Scamps
Brocton, N. Y
Carpenter
Aganst Walker
Canada
Valley Belle Bread
Daddy
HAITS
Christ Church For
Harrison Ford
W. A. Baker
Fermorial Avenue Fund
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