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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1925
Page
1
Reports from Osaka and Toyo Oka describe a devastating earthquake and fires. Kinosaki is reported wiped out with trains buried near Ashiya and widespread homelessness. Red Cross offers aid as naval units deploy for relief.
M B Davis and Charles Land turpentine operators and three other defendants were found guilty by a federal jury in Pensacola on peonage charges tied to negro workers on Davis farm. The verdict was announced today after being reached late last night. The five defendants were released on bond pending sentencing next Friday.
Relatives claiming heirs to the late Elizabeth Shumate Rebecca Shumate and Mattie Shumate gathered in Winchester to establish relationships. The meeting under Commissioner Steck followed a court order with various attorneys present. Shenandoah Valley National Bank named administrator of Martha Shumate’s estate, with Harry R. Kern later named co administrator.
Staunton Va May 23 Two suits totaling 5000 have been filed in the Circuit Court for the May term civil docket Mrs Emmi Pacholke Timberlake is defendant in a 5000 damage suit filed by L Crawford Harris who alleges an auto collision on the Waynesboro road November 18 last year left him injured The second suit seeks 2500 from D T Burner over a dog attack claimed by Worth Morris of Harriston who says the defendant’s dog attacked her
Perry C. Poston a former Jefferson county resident suffered burns to his arms and face when gasoline exploded while cleaning a floor at 3427 Fourteenth Street N W Washington D C. Several fire companies battled the blaze and the home was damaged. Poston was hospitalized for treatment of his injuries.
Help wanted notice seeking a lady bookkeeper with mail reply to Lock box 134. Postal date May 23. Job posting appears in local classifed section with box number and no employer details.
Kinzel Laws of Front Royal is visiting and staying several days at the home of his aunts on North Main Street to be near Mrs Laws who is a patient at Memorial Hospital.
Miss Frances Tinsman underwent an operation for appendicitis a few days ago at Memorial Hospital. She was stricken quite unexpectedly. Her condition was reported somewhat improved today.
Prices for soybeans fell sharply while cowpeas saw only slight downticks as market reporters from ER Seed Co note ongoing price pressures. The report highlights lower soy values amid fluctuating demand and export activity.
Pentecostal services listed for Pentecostal Hall at Market and Water streets with Sunday school at 9 30 a m worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Tuesday service at 7 45 p m Friday Bible study at 7 45 p m All are welcome Pastor P Duborg leads the congregation.
Commandant Mars will conduct open air services this evening at 7 30. Sunday schedule includes open air 10 a m jail service 11 a m Sabbath school 2 30 p m open air 7 30 p m and preaching in hall at 8 p m.
At the Virginia Federation of Women’s Clubs annual session in Richmond, members backed tax equalization and prison farms while resisting the national child labor amendment. Debate highlighted differing views on federal versus state control and child protections, with the amendment failing by a wide margin.
Notice to the public states that the speaker has purchased the business of C A Bahiman on North Main Street and that circulating reports claim membership in the Ku Klux Klan are false. The statement asserts neither the speaker nor any employees are members of the organization.
For rent a furnished house at 216 Fairmont avenue, three blocks from the post office. Contact Miss 8 W Boyd at 212 W Water Street for details.
Empire Theatre promises six different feature pictures and vaudeville acts nightly with a changing program each evening. Washington Orchestra Citizens Band Handley Orchestra costumed choruses and lovely soloists participate, plus a prominent last-page announcement to read carefully.
Two family residence available for rent three blocks from Handley School. Contact phone number 122. Listing date 5 21 1p 31.
Boston May 23 Captain Donald MacMillan says his Arctic voyage will be subordinated to rescuing Roald Amundsen. The arrival date for the relief effort remains uncertain as two planes left Spitzbergen with no word received. The expedition plans to depart Boston June 17 under Commander R. E. Byrd Jr. with weather reported good.
Weather bureau predicts a cool start to the week in the North and Middle Atlantic States with mostly fair skies. A period of showers is expected in the latter part, with temperatures rising toward the end of the week in Washington and surrounding areas.
A notice declares a $2,000 loan on real estate available from Winchester Credit Corp with details coded as 5-23-1p-tf.
Complete line for all cars advertised by Hudson Co at 103 North Main Street Winchester. Publication date 5 20 1p 41. Local notice style suggests a storefront sale or classified listing for auto parts and accessories.
Handley Schools will display student work at the Empire Theatre next week with two evening shows. The program, part of the Better Virginia Through Education campaign, spans Latin department activities on Monday and primary grades dramatizations on Tuesday, with further announcements to follow.
WINTHROP Me May 23 The body of Miss Aida Heyward taken from her Lake Mananacook cottage early Wednesday by a man who shot her aunt Mrs Emma Towns and set fire to the cottage was found today in a second floor room of a nearby Gray cottage about a mile from her former home The body lay on a bed cot almost nude A general manhunt is ordered for Harry A Kirby of Water Town Mass who has occupied the cottage Where the body was found A postcard from Kirby to the Augusta postmaster indicated mail should be sent there The death appears from strangulation with the tongue protruding in the maidens body found under a mattress attempt to cover it
The State Teachers' College of Harrisonburg Glee Club presented a lively program at Handley School Auditorium before a small appreciative audience. Under Miss Edna Shaffer’s direction, 25 girls performed two and three part harmonies with engaging solo work by Miss Evelyn Coffman and Miss Sarah Evans. A reception followed in the Handley building gallery hosted by alumni now on Handley faculty.
Nashville Tenn May 23 Columbus Miss chosen as next convention city for Cumberland Presbyterian Church general assembly. Jackson Tenn offered a tentative proposal but Columbus secured the vote.
Tuesday is Bundle Day. The 8S P C A invites readers to save all discarded furniture and clothing for a rummage sale. Local organizers urge community participation and note proceeds support shelter and welfare programs.
The United States government seeks payment of both war debts owed by European nations and reconstruction loans from after the armistice. Several debtor governments have missed interest or principal, and Washington has urged compliance with the agreement that prohibits discrimination in discharging such obligations.
New York markets closed firm on May 23 as profit taking barely dented gains. United States Steel and American Smelting saw selling after the British ambassador spoke urging Britain to expand foreign markets to aid debt payments. Recessions were small and gains occurred in rails oils motors chemicals and specialties. Total shares traded approached 800000.
Roanoke Va May 23 Proposals for leasing the Virginian Railway to the Norfolk and Western were approved by Norfolk and Western stockholders at a special meeting Seventy six percent of the railway capital stock voted in favor The company says directors will seek Interstate Commerce Commission approval for the merger at their Philadelphia meeting next Tuesday
In New York on May 23 John Philip Sousa the bandmaster sues the P Lorillard Company for 100000 claiming his name and picture were used to advertise cigars. His attorney says Sousa has been made sport of by friends. Defendant representatives admitted papers were served but declined to comment.
Registration for pupils in grades 1 to 6 at Handley Schools will be held at the John Kerr building May 21 22 and 23 Under city board rules children must be six by September 15 to enroll New pupils should register early especially first grade Birth certificates required at registration.
Washington May 23 President Coolidge suffered an attack of indisposition today. Doctors said the illness was minor and treated promptly. All engagements for the day were canceled and he planned to leave the House for his customary Mayflower cruise if able, with weather and heat noted as contributing factors.
Secretary Weeks, ill since April 1, arrived from Washington for consultation with Boston specialists on possible gall bladder operation. He plans to spend the coming months in New England, mainly at his farm in New Hampshire.
In New Haven on May 23 Olympia Cri a jailed unwed mother on trial for the murder of cabaret singer John Bagnano awaited the jury’s choice of one of four verdicts. Judge Avery instructed the panel that a willful and deliberate shooting would yield first degree murder, with second degree murder manslaughter or acquittal as alternatives.
Hudson prices reduced advertisement for Winchester area by Hudson Co. announces lower costs and special offers. Local readers see price cuts on multiple goods and services with emphasis on value and savings.
The Empire Theatre invites patrons to ask for a fan at the ground floor cashier window during hot days and nights. Fans are available one per row, and visitors are encouraged to drop in and request theirs.
Hudson Essex and used car dealer relocates to 103 North Main in Winchester. Local business shift announced with new address and continued sales of pre owned vehicles.
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