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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

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More Daily Trains Put On By C V

Beginning May 23 a new Pennsylvanian Railroad Cumberland Valley schedule adds trains between Winchester and Harrisburg. No 6 leaves Winchester at 7 15 a m daily No 10 at 2 30 p m daily except Sunday No 12 at 10 p m daily except Sunday and No 18 at 2 25 p m Sunday only. No 1 arrives at Winchester 9 05 a m daily except Sunday and No 3 at 11 50 a m daily. No 1 will not operate Sundays and mail service moves to 11 50 a m. Two trains added Sunday No 10 at 2 25 p m and No 3 at 11 60 p m daily.

Cumberland Valley Pennsylvania Railroad Winchester Harrisburg Baltimore Philadelphia

Mrs Barton Hosts Tea for Winchester Seniors

Wednesday afternoon opened the senior social season at Winchester Public Schools. Mrs Robert Barton hosted the senior girls with assistance from Mrs Lewis Hyde and Miss Frances Page. The event honored the class as talented in music literature and city welfare. Miss Bobbie Conrad attended in Red Cross cap.

Winchester Public Schools Robert T. Barton Bobbie” Conrad

Contested Winchester Delegates At Roanoke Convention

The Roanoke convention credential committee ruled that J H Henry and Warren Rice were not elected Winchester delegates since they did not appear before voters under the primary law. Five Winchester delegates were elected under the primary statute. The March 27 Democratic city committee set April 5 filing and April 17 primary.

Roanoke J. H. Henry Warren Rice Winchester Democratic City Committee Oscar H.lewis The Star Harry Hardy Lewis Messrs Henry and Rice Messrs, Henry

Tailoring Notice By Grover C. Rose

Grover C. Rose announces home based tailoring on the second floor of the Gray and Sheet building offering repair cleaning and pressing for men and women clothing with full service.

Gray and Sheetz Grover C. Rose Gray & Sheet

Class of 1920 Winschester High Banquet at Wayside Inn

The Wayside Inn at Middletown hosted Winchester High School Class of 1920 banquet. Twenty two covers adorned tables with class colors and flowers. Toastmistress Miss Lillian Doing led readings by Miss Mary Rhodes, Mr William Brown, Miss Elizabeth Hollis, Mr H S Duffey, Miss Esther Solenberger, and Miss Portia Robinson. Attendees included Mrs Walker Bond and many students and guests.

Wayside Inn Middletown Winchester High School Josephine Hodges Rhodes Lillian Mary Rhodes William Brown Elizabeth Hollis H.S. Duffey Esther Solenberger Portia Robinson Our Future Tye Walker Bond Susany Sayes

Fruit Growers Supply Full Spray Equipment and Materials

A local supplier advertises immediate delivery of Pyro, lead arsenate, bluestone and genuine dusting materials plus spray hoses rods guns nozzles fittings power and hand sprayers. The ad promises everything for better results.

Join The American Legion Membership Drive

A Winchester orchard supply committee urges ex service men to join The American Legion from May 21 to June 6 with headquarters on Rouss avenue and in front of Court House on June 6. Sign up and recruit others. committee members include Gower H Schlack, L M Baker, E Russell Hook, Thomas Sprint, Clifford Grim, and Roger Kline.

American Legion Rouss Avenue Court House Gower H. Schlack Chim. Co L. M. Baker Chim E. Russell Hook Thomas Sprint Clifford Grim Roger Kline

Electric Hair Cutter Joins Mr. Woodward’s Shop

James Cave, a experienced electric hair cutter and notable Windsor barber, has accepted a position with Harry H. Woodward at 7 North Main Street. Call for appointment.

James Cave Winchester Harry H. Woodward North Main Street

Builders Stock Fresh As Railroad Delays Ease

Builders receive cement and roofing cars this week despite embargoes and congestion. Edge Grain Flooring now in stock. Incoming goods include Cedar Shingles and Plastering Lath soon. Call for prices from John W. Rosenberger, phone 72.

John W. Rosenberger

Sealed bids sought for Equity grounds west of reservoir

From June 1 to November 1 the Equity grounds west of the reservoir are open for bids. Offers must be sealed and directed to F. E. Clerk Superintendent of Schools Winchester Virginia. Bids received after May 28 will not be considered. Obtain specifications at the Office of the Superintendent of Schools. 121-1p-31 Large and small investors see our ads Newlin & Company.

F. E. Clerk Winchester Superintendent of Schools

Big Problems Discussed by Dr Prettyman at Winchester Meeting

A large Winchester audience packed City Hall to hear Rev. Dr. Forrest J. Prettyman, Senate chaplain since Wilson's first term, discuss present day problems and the need for spiritual solutions beyond political schemes. He urged law and order as essential to the nation while praising the league’s focus.

City Hall Forrest J. Prettyman United States Senate Law Enforcement League of Winchester League Prettyman Senate Wilson Winchester Baltimore Methodist Episcopal Church South A. A Kelly Grace Lutheran Church T. S. Jolliffe Walter M. Depp Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Thomas Burley Charles Adey First Baptist Church Washington F. M. Richardson South Washington Street

Winchester Seed Co Promotes Peas Beans and Clover

Orchard owners urged to buy scarce cow peas soybeans and crimson clover from Winchester Seed Co Inc at 515-517 South Main. Advertisement notes a double brick house for sale at 142 S Main and lists Sam Jensogna at 142 S Main St.

Winchester Seed Co., Inc South Main Sam Jensogna S. Main St

Potatoes Wanted and Local Clean-Up Notice

TRY HERRELL S 3-16-1p-tf) WANTED-POTATOES 50 BUSHELS OF POTATOES AT WINCHESTER COLD STORAGE 12-1p tf) CLEAN-UP WEEK May 22-25 inclusive All rubbish removed without charge is placed on the streets in receptacles convenient for handling Fresh shipment Chocolate Covered Friday and Saturday The People's Drug Co WILL BE SOLD ON THE 29TH That eight room brick and stone residence No 523 South Main street with large lot the home of the late Mrs A S Spotts will be sold on Saturday May 29th in front of Court House See sale bill on another page of this paper

Winchester Cold Storage South Main Street A. S. Spotts Court House

Fort Loudoun Finals Schedule Set For June Events

Invitations were issued by Fort Teagan Banstoury for the Fort Loudoun Seminary commencement from June 3 to June 6. The program includes junior dramatics, operetta, field day, art exhibit, diplomas at the Presbyterian Church, and the baccalaureate service by Rev Carlton D Harris. Class rolls list students from Virginia West Virginia and Ohio with specified majors and certificates.

Fort Teagan ‘Banstoury Empire Theater Presbyterian Church Carton D. Harris Baltimore Southern Methodist Dramatic Club Empire Theatre Fort Loudoun Seminary The Robert T. Barton 313Th Field Artillery Carlton D. Harris Baltimore Southern Methodist Jese Stuart Virginia Dorothy Stuart Catherine Parsons Waddle West Virginia Guy Bratton West Mary Taylor Bigegleston Virginia Meredith-Pinkerton Ohio Caroline Rebecca Jasper Gladys Virginia Cochran Golden Roe Margaret Elizabeth Shields Pennsylvania

License Applications Due May 27 in Revenue Notice

Last call warns all requiring any license to apply by Thursday May 27. After that date, double license penalties will be enforced per law. Commissioner of Revenue J L Mapis notes the deadline and enforcement. Also a Boy Scouts of America meeting at Santee at 7:30 pm with an address by a Mr. Business of Importance. Scout Scribe item follows.

J. Ll. Maphis Commissioner of Revenue BOY Scouts OF America Santee SCOUT

Valley Lumber Co Prohibits Gambling and Pasture on Equity Property

Legal notice lists prohibitions on gambling and all forms of games on Sundays for Equity Property. Cattle pasture restricted to west of the reservoir, pasture lease noted. Sod cutting banned. violators will be prosecuted. Also ads for Miss America Chocolate Covered Cordial Cherries and a Golden Rule Bible Class address by Judge W. R. Talbot inviting attendees.

W. R. Talbot Winchester

Grain car shortage ties up shipments across the region

The Interstate Commerce Commission reports a shortage of about 3 350 grain cars hindering movement to market and 2600 cars delayed by congestion at Galveston. Found pocketbook may be claimed by owner after costs.

Associated Press Auston Tex Interstate Commerce ‘Commission Galveston

Sunday School Convention Plans Set at Little Mountain

The seventh annual convention of the Sunday School Association of Stonewall district will be held at Little Mountain Episcopal Church on Wednesday May 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 30 p.m. The program includes devotions, addresses by Rev Kiracofe and Thomas C Diggs, reports from division superintendents, workshops on community impact, and sessions on teachers duty and Sunday school work.

Stonewall Little Mountain Church Sunday School Association of Little Mountain Episcopal Church Kiracofe D. B. Grove J. M. Fishpaw L. L. Lowance Pauline Crim S. Shepard Thomas C. Diggs C. D. Lamper Seine Ork Crowder Wbook T. C. Diggs M. Allen Stickley

Maryland Democrats Adopt Damp Platform After Convention Fight

After a bitter internal clash the Maryland Democratic State Convention rejected Senator Smith's damp platform and adopted a firmer plank backed by Governor Ritchie Comptroller Lee and John Mahon. Congressman Benson led the floor fight and resolutions committee. The plank endorses beer light wines and cider and stops short of condemning saloons.

Maryland Smith Ritchie Lee John Mahon Benson

Funeral for Miss Ella Gibson in Baltimore

The funeral for Miss Ella Gibson was held yesterday afternoon at 5 from the home of her brother-in-law and sister on South Washington Street. The service, led by Reverend F M Richardson and Reverend A A Kelly, featured hymns and ended with burial at Mount Hebron Cemetery in the Gibson family lot. Pallbearers included Dr B M Knight and Messrs H C Sheetz Hunter N Kern Hugh Duffey T Kinzel Vernon Eddy.

Ella Gibson Baltimore A. L. Green South Washington Street Miss Gibson F. M. Richardson Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church A. A. Kelly Grace-Lutheran Church Mount Hebron Cemetery Gibson Family B. M. Knight Hunter Duffey T.¥. Kinzel Qad C. Vernon Eddy

Prices Fall on Chicago Board of Trade

Prices dropped across grain and provisions on the Chicago Board of Trade with corn and pork leading the decline. July corn fell to as low as 1.644 per bushel and July pork down to 34.75 per barrel, the board showing sharp breaks in market activity.

Cuiinee Helter Ealian Board of Trade

Special reduced prices Saturday on all stands

Mr Ernest Stevens returns to Detroit after a spell at the home of Mr and Mrs FP Beck on North Main St indicating a local sale notice. The fragment mentions Little Joe's and a sale event with reduced prices scheduled for Saturday.

Joe's Ernest Stevens Detroit Irs Av Beck North Main St

Troopers to Aid Deputies After West Virginia Clash

In Matewan West Virginia May 21 the Associated Press reports additional state troopers were to join deputy sheriffs and constables guarding the town after a battle between private detectives and citizens that left 10 or more dead. The last incident occurred yesterday near Lynn three miles away when a Baldwin-Felts detective was shot from ambush. Coal operators officials held a Bluefield meeting and planned a later public statement on the shooting.

Associated Press Matewan W. Va Lynn Baldwin-Felts Coal Operators’ Association of Bluefield

Three Killed in Glycerine Blast Near Sistersville

A glycerine nitro explosion near Sistersville West Virginia today killed three men and injured others. The dead are Guy Porter Hess Beaver and Harry Gassney shot oil wells employed by a torpedo company.

Associated Press Sistersville W. Va Employes, of & ‘Torpedo Company Guy Porter Hess Beaver Harry Gassney

Rail Strength Tones Stocks As Government Resumes Control

The government resumed control as an emergency measure amid abnormal freight conditions, prompting approval in the financial district. Trading opened mixed with declines in shipping, steel, and food shares before oils and rails rallied, lifting St. Paul Rock Island and Missouri Pacific 1 to 2 points. Liberty bonds recovered about 2 percent, call money stayed around 7 percent, and the session closed firm with about 75 000 shares traded.

New York I Is Financial District St. Paul Rock Island Missouri Pacific Studebaker Rails

Loan Favored for Railroads by ICC

The Interstate Commerce Commission approved a loan of at least 125 million dollars from the 300 million revolving fund to help railroads buy equipment. The commission estimates needs at 2,000 locomotives and 100,000 freight cars, including 20,000 refrigerator cars, to meet public transportation demands.

The Associated Press Washington Interstate Commerce Commission

Hoover Herald Set to Boost Hoover at Convention

Chicago May 21 The Hoover Herald will publish daily during the Republican national convention to support Herbert Hoover's presidential bid. A staff includes several writers and cartoonists.

Associated Press Chicago Hoover Herald Herbert C. Hoover

Persia appeals to League for aid against Bolshevik aggression

The Persian foreign minister in Paris asked the League of Nations for protection against Bolshevik aggression after Bolshevik troops landed on Persian soil from the Caspian Sea.

Associated Press London Persia League of Nations Caspian Sea Paris

Secretary Daniels Accuses Senate Committee of Overreach

Washington May 21 Secretary Daniels accused the Senate committee investigating Rear Admiral Sims of exceeding its powers by probing beyond naval war decorations. Daniels and Chairman Hale sparred over the scope and timing of Sims criticisms and cross examination during the day’s proceedings.

Associated Press Washington Daniela Senate All Committee Sims Navy Department Daniels Hale Aamir’ Sims Department Miral Sims Criticiams Preuccumters Atom Navy Fat Fels Sime

Permanent place for Maval Prize at City Exhibition

A naval prize exhibition displays the shell and case at Equity until schools are built. Lieut Com Weeka presided as James Ritter spoke praising his public debut. Speakers included Robert M. Ward City School Board chair and the City Schools Clerk. Motion pictures traced the prize's voyage from New York to the Pacific via Panama Canal. Board members occupied stage seats. Mr M F Harkins, recently visiting town, returned home to Washington.

Navy James Ritte Equity Weeka Ritter Robert M. Ward City School Board Supe R FF Clerk Rte New York Pacific Coast Panama. Canal Board of Handley Trustees

Dr Cox Talks To Winchester Nursing Class

Dr Walter Cox spoke to undergraduates in Winchester Tuesday afternoon at 3 in the Chamber of Commerce rest room. He urged good nurse care, fresh air, sunshine, water, and soap for sick and well, noting high living costs.

Walter Cox Winchester Chamber Commerce Cox Frederick County

Also Mentioned on This Page

C. V Ly Three Mrs. Barton Fruit Growers Winchester Orchard Supply CO N. Market ST Builders Iptt Newlin & Company DR. Prettyman T. J. Cooper Law Enforcement League Law and League Cane Laber Hatta T.S. Jolliffe Thomas J. Cooper Roy A. Larrick W.A. Sale I. N. Good W. A. Sale William C. Marshall William C. Miller Charles L. Ribenson Stewart Bell Thomas Hancher Henry Moling, Sr Edward W. Cather John W. Larrick Herrell People’s Drug Co the Peezie’s Drug Co S. 5 Wiss-Ella Gibson Ananciated Press Hoover Daniel Cmn M. F. Harkins Hia Ho Dr. Cox
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