Obituary of Chief Justice White Buried at Oak Hill
The body of Chief Justice Douglas White was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in a simple ceremony attended by President Harding, cabinet members, diplomats, and officials. A requiem mass was held, with services focused on privacy and restraint, and reflecting a nation in mourning. The event included a short tribute at Fort Myer and brief public observances in Washington.
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Douglas White
Justicce
United States
Oak Hill Cemetery
Fort Myer
Potomac
Matthew Ureéd
Bour
Ota
Harding Wek
Es Congress
High Department
Monaignor Lee
Justice
White
Monee
Hardine
New York
Necklace worth forty thousand found on pier
A pearl necklace with platinum clasps valued at $40,000 was found by a custodian at the pier where the liner Nia docked last night. The item did not appear in the ship's manifest and authorities suspect it may have been lost or discarded by someone attempting to smuggle it into the country.
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Associated Press
ORK
Nia
Hip
Church Plans to Combat Sabbath Desecration
Winona Lake Indiana May 21 The Presbyterian assembly heard plans to continue efforts against Sabbath desecration and prohibition violations. Dr H L Bowdly secretary of the committee on Sabbath observance outlined the report noting wide spread propaganda for a wide open Sunday backed by powerful amusement and sporting organizations and aided by the daily press.
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Associated Press
Winona Lake
Ind
Presbyterian
H. L. Bowdly
Washington
Novaeast
Daily Press
Robbery charges arise from Mrs Heil case in auto crash aftermath
Police say Mrs Joseph S Heil a wealthy broker was involved in a two year kleptomania scheme robbing homes of the rich by posing as a maid. About $25000 found in her home. She is detained on four counts of robbery and described as seriously ill.
Winchester Chamber Arranges Outing to Wardensville West Virginia
The Winchester Chamber of Commerce organizes a day trip with guests from Frederick and nearby counties to Wardensville. A program includes speeches, a barbecue, and a tour of local mills and timber resources. Members and nonmembers are invited to join, with arrangements for transport and luncheon.
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Win
Wardens le
West Virginia
Coestes
Tas
Uber of Commerce
Ristor
Eechester
Frederick County
the Coser of Commerce
Spoaehs
Cet
Wardensville
Ber of Commerce
Winchester
Trenary
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
British Clamor to Dine Sims in Cambridge Visit
Rear Admiral William S. Sims of the US Navy arrives in England on Cedric to receive a Cambridge University Doctor of Laws. A dense program is planned May 22 to June 11 with scores of admirals and friends seeking entertainment during his stay.
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London
William S. Sims
United States Navy
England
Cedric
Cambridge University
E Renes
Admiralty
Admiral Sims
Aes Eee
Ford Roadster 1921 Model for sale with equipment
Car listing for a 1921 Ford Roadster offered at 50 dollars with optional equipment valued at 390 dollars. Sells to a quick buyer via Cather's Garage, reference 19-1p-3t 19-1p-31.
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Cather’s
Overland Car
Maxwell Roadster
Inquire Rouss Garage
Weather Outlook For Week In Northeast And Mid Atlantic
The Associated Press reports Washington May 21 weather for the coming week. North and Middle Atlantic States will be warm and generally fair with a probability of occasional local showers in parts.
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Asnodfited
Washington
North
Middle Atlantic
Rails decline drags down stocks as market closes heavy
New York shares slipped as rails led losses in today’s session with steels and equipment under similar pressure. Motors leathers textiles and utilities including express company shares fell 1 to 4 points, with heavy closing and about 350000 shares traded.
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Associated Press
New York
Two Splendid Comedies At Empire Tonight
A bustling Empire program promises two splendid comedies and a feature film. Mrs. Sidney co leads a high class comedy The Emotional Miss Ughn with Snub LLard and other favorites for a full evening of laughs.
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Empire
Sidney Co
Miss Ughn
Snubllard
Potts Grocery Co to Sell Store and Endorse Mr Garber
Potts Grocery Co announces sale of entire store to devote time to other interests and recommends Mr Garber to trade. They thank customers for liberal patronage and request continued support for Mr Garber who will issue green trading stamps.
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R Gore
Publig
Er Buainern
Garber
Potts Grocery ‘Co
Fritz Leiber Starred in Fox Production at Local Auditorium
Local notes report Fritz Leiber, celebrated actor, appears Monday in support of William Farnum in the eight reel Fox production I Be King. The screening includes musical selections and elaborate staging and costuming.
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Fritz Leiber
William Farnum
Fox
Taran
Porch Box Plants We Have Them Flower Shop Ad
Local notice promotes porch box plants available at The Flower Shop. Describes selection and availability for current season.
Groveside Building Lots in Winchester Neighborhood
Winchester offers Groveside building lots along Valley pike south of Handley Schools with slope toward the pike and eight to twenty bearing apple trees per lot. Prices and terms available from Herrell's. quick action advised. Local notices advertise a frost proof closet for sale and auto fuel from Standard Gasoline with Polarine Motor Oil. Special sale on Gold Seal Congolian Rugs offered by R M Swimley.
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Winchester
Valley Pike
Handley Schools
Pike
Herrell’s
Stolen Tires Recovered at Police Station Await Owner
Two new auto tires reported stolen are held at the police station awaiting the rightful owner. Owner must prove property and pay for this ad. Chief M. A. Doran notes recovery and return process.
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M. A. Doran
Prohibition Denial by Governor Cornwell Scrutinized
State papers report John J. Cornwell, former governor of West Virginia, addressed Huntington and denied attributing a crime wave claim to prohibition. Mrs. Mead Mason wrote for clarification. Cornwell insists he never made such statements and reaffirms his long-standing support for prohibition. He cites letters and records showing his consistent stance and suggests newspapers misrepresented his remarks.
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John J. Cornwell
Weet Ania
Huntington
Mead Mason
Martinsburg
W. Va
See’ 4
Social Service
Depa
Woman's Christian
Union
Teston
Neget
Ort Ca
Bird
Prohibition
Tes
West Virginia
Why So Much Fuss Over Legs in The Star Editorial
A letter from Mrs E Virginia Smith defends modesty standards and dances arguing that immodesty is subjective and legs are not inherently immoral. She critiques reformers who deem dancing sinful and urges self-reflection rather than moralizing. May 20 dated with local classifieds notes.
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the Star
Carter A. Jenkins
Ex-Gov Catts Arrested on Peonage Charge in Albany
Sidney J. Catts former Florida governor was arrested in Albany Georgia on a federal peonage warrant. His bond was set at 2500 when he appeared before U S Commissioner White. bond not yet furnished. Senator Richard E Byrd arrived from Richmond to handle legal business at his Amherst street home.
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Albany
Sidney J. Catts
Florid
Federa
Florida
United States
White
Richard Evelyn Byrd
Richmond
Amherst Street
Leedy Plunges From Hawksbill Bridge in Luray
A 14 year old boy, Rolf Leedy, son of State Senator Robert F Leedy of Luray, slipped while attempting to work the four inch iron guard rail on Hawksbill Bridge. He plunged 25 feet into the stream and was seen sinking but then surfaced briefly before being lost from view. Local observers feared death but he was last seen struggling in shallow water.
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Luray
Van
Rolf Leedy
Noted Mentalist Dr Carl Harmon at Empire Theater Next Week
The Empire Theater invites audiences for Monday to Wednesday next week to see Dr Carl Harmon the noted mind reader with a different program each night. Showtimes begin at 7 PM with a 9 30 PM second feature and tickets priced 25 cents adults 15 cents children including tax.
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Empire Theater
Carl Harmon
Winchester
Washington
the Empire
Farrar
Mar Rae
Chas. Hutchinson
Dr. Harmon
Miss Martin
Klingtite Belts Claim Superior Waterproof Belts
Goodyear Klingtite belts save time, money and power by resisting shrinkage and stretch. Unstitched waterproof belts with long service life offered in various sizes. Stocked by Winchester Orchard Supply Co at 301 N. Market St. phone 313.
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Goodyear
Winchester Orchard Sup. CO
Market St
Workers Accept Wage Reduction in Haverhill
In Haverhill Massachusetts on May 21 local carpenters electricians painters and sheet metal workers agreed to a wage scale 10 percent lower than previous rates. Employers had sought a 20 percent cut.
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Associated Press
Haverhill
Mass
All Wrong at Auditorium features Clyde Cook and Pearl White
Clyde Cook of New York Hippodrome fame stars in All Wrong a two reel comedy at the Auditorium tonight with Pearl White and Jean in the program. The back page lists the town’s best movie lineup for tonight.
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Clyde Cook
N. Y
Hippodrome Fame
Auditorium Tonight
Pearl White
Jean
Final Rites for Edward J. Evans in Winchester
Edward J. Evans, a noted Winchester tobacco merchant, died after a lengthy illness in Philadelphia. His funeral was held at Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South with simple rites, hymns by a quartet, and interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery. He had recently visited Winchester and had been a longtime Sunday school superintendent and recording steward.
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Edward J.vans
Winchester
Oscar H. Lewis
John J. Sloat
Hugh S. Duffey
Samuel Renner
Mount Hebron
Maurice M. Lynch
James B. Russell
Charles Summers
Henry R. Bryarly
S A. Byers
William T. Byers
Weeath
Sheaiel
Philadelphia
Evans
Nulton
League
Island Yard
S. Nulton
Aergagee
North Main
Cornkregation
Tristeds
Hose Company Receives $100 Donation for Truck Fund
The South End Hose Company received a $100 check from Manager Baker of the Empire Theater. The donation represents half of the net proceeds from Thursday night’s benefit for the hose company truck fund.
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South End
Baker
Empire Theater
For Sale Northern Virginia Power Company Bonds
Bonds offered in denominations of 100 500 and 1000 dollars at 7 percent by Hansbrough and Carter Insurance Loans Real Estate. Public notice lists page references 1p 18 21 25 28.
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Northern Virginia Power Company
Hansbrough & Carter
Seed seed cow peas and soybeans ad
Seed catalog entry from Inchester Seed Co listing cow peas soy beans Sudan grass sorghum and German millet with very low aries and page reference 18 1 p 51 eod.
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Inchester Seed CO
Wholesale Apparel Prices From J M Orndoff
J M Orndoff lists wholesale prices on shirts, hosiery, belts and bathing suits. The brief notice notes clothing items and related goods offered at wholesale, reflecting catalog style pricing for retailers.
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J. M. Orndoff
Camp No 34 Meet in Hall Sunday May 22
The Camp No 34 plans a gathering in Hall this Sunday at 2 30, featuring a double unveiling. Committer note appears with the listing.
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Hall
Open Shop Pact In Buffalo Printing Plants
Fifty Buffalo printing plants representing about 90 percent of capacity agreed to operate on a 48 hour week under an open shop basis. The firms pledged not to enter into union labor agreements on hours wages or conditions. Union printers have been striking since May 1 seeking a 44 hour week.
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Associated Press
Buffalo
N. Y
Scouts Promote Forest Protection Week Efforts
At a weekly Scouts of America meeting in the assembly hall the group unanimously supported aiding forest protection during May 22 to 28. They planned tree planting and care, urging all in the county to participate, with reports from James Stine, Hugh McKee, Anderson, and Gwarteman on various scout activities and fundraising for camp. A letter from President Harding praising the Scouts’ forest protection work was read.
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Scouts of America
James Stine
Hugh ‘McKee
Anderson
Gwarteman
Rosenverger
Court House
Plante Forest
Shai
Harding
James Weat
New York
White House
Near
West
Boy Scouts of America
Warren G, Harding
Notice of Rosenberger lumber and repair services
Back at old stand at rear Rosenberger’s lumber business offering all kinds of trucking and electrical work for cars. Repairing motors generators and batteries advertised with a local charging plan. Also rental of furnished help space available July and August at 4 S. Washington St.
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Rosenberger
C. Hf
Flower Shop Listing and Lost and Found Notices
Short local notices include bedding plants on sale at The Flower Shop listing ae Geraniums petunias verben salias ivies vincas and others. A lost item note mentions a bunch of keys. A rental ad offers furnished rooms at 412 N Kent St with Main St cross listing.
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Timauglas
Dine Sims
FORD
Star
Clearbrook
R. M. Swimley
U States
E. Virginia Smith
University of Virginia
Noonan
Catts
The
Young
Leedy
MR. Cook
W. J. Evans
Boy Scouts
Goverseac Ee
Fedenie D
James E. West
Fifth Avenue
New York City
S. Washington St
Kent St
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