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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1922

Page

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Citizens Military Training Camps announced for Virginia locations

Programs plan three courses at Meade Fort Monroe Humphreys Langley Field Virginia in July 1922 to train citizens for military service. Red White and Blue courses target different ages with field artillery cavalry engineers and air service training at multiple camps. applications due by June 1 1922 with contact details for Lt Col Kinsoh and Major Barton in Richmond and Mancherster.

Virginia Camp Maryland Washington Regular Army Nat’Guard Fort Monroe Camp Humphreys Lanz Field Ficer Third Corps T Howard J. P. Kinsoh 80Th 7Th Franklin Streets Richmond Robert T. Barton Imchester

Jajor House Returns to Season with Porter House Lease

Jajor House returns for the season after a winter in Orida where he worked in the lit and vegetable business. He arranged with the Pennsylvania Railroad to lease the house Hart al ar occupies opposite the law office on the North joreones. He plans to stay until the close of the pre season next fall and does not intend to pursue immision business.

Porter House Orida Pennsylvia Railroad Company Hart al Ar Llow

High School Girls Hear Of Opportunity In Winchester

Women speakers urge local girls to stay and grow at home. Mrs Wunder notes local advantages for young women. Miss Gray and Mrs Stickles lead discussions. Advice centers on using education, asking questions now, and striving to be useful in the community.

Room Presiden Kelly Wilrich Winchester Wunder Charlotte DeHart Gray Stickles Sihe

Don't Tell Everything at the Empire Theater

Wallace Reid Gloria Swanson and Elliott Dexter star in a three star comedy at the Empire Theater. A capable supporting cast and clever lines promise an entertaining evening with a cool comfortable house.

Empire Theatre Wallace Reid Gloria Swanson Elliott Dexter Empire

Protect Your Garden with Pyrox Insect and Fungus Control

Protect your garden with Pyrox for flowers and vegetables. It kills bugs and worms and prevents fungous diseases. Ready for use in one and five pound packages at Orchard Supply Co.

Ip Win Orchard Supply CO

Dr Kate Waller Barrett to address American Legion Auxiliary

The American Legion Auxiliary is invited to meet Dr Kate Waller Barrett, department president, at Mrs W A Baker residence on 8S Washington St Friday at 6 p m for tea. Auxiliary urged to attend.

American Legion Auxiliary Kate Waller Barrett W. A. Baker Washington St

Muntzing to Sell Gardens Packing Factory and Shipping Sites

Ip Huyler's Tid-Bit package news lists sale of packing factory and shipping sites at Muntzing on Saturday. Advertisement notes black onyx ring with diamond reward from Star office and Winchester Poster Advertising outdoor signs priced at $1 per item.

Nex Muntzing. Ip Star of

Notice to report for drill inspection Thursday

Notice from Capt. Bob's Company orders all men to report at the drill hall Thursday May 25 at 7 30 p m for inspection by order of commanding officer Geo H Grimm Capt E E Brengle 1st Set. Wanted two salesmen C C Herrell 2125 Main St

Drill Hall Geo. H. Grimm E. E. Brengle

Daughters Day Event Ends With Revue At Equity Grounds

A town Daughters Day features a 3.30 start from John Kerr building with a 4.15 parade to Equity grounds. Girls perform home acts and then participate in a Revue with groups such as Ladies Auxiliary Civic League Red Cross and Fort Loudoun Seminary Girls' Athletic Association marching in order.

John Kerr Equity Grounds Equity Market Street Rouss Avenue Main Street Mail Cork Braddock Ladies’ Auxiliary Committee Civic League Red Cross Nurse Association American Revolution Nited Daughters of Confederacy Rotarians Woman's Christian Temperance UN

Notice to Public of Property Sacrifice and Desertion

Albert McCormick states he will sacrifice a complete bed room suite and a three piece library suite due to leaving town. He warns he will not be responsible for any bills contracted by his wife Elsie Weaver McCormick who has deserted him and their children. He provides the address 8 West Water St and references Live Along the Valley Pike.

Town Elsie Weaver McCormick Albert M’cormick

Registration notices for Handley Winchester publics

New pupil registrations are limited to May 27 June 3 or June 10 between 9 and 12 for Winchester and Handley districts. County pupils may continue. new city residents must register in John Kerr or Equity Building for grades, with kindergarten acceptance limited by space. Superintendent F. E. Clerk signs the notice.

Handley Schools Handley Miller Winchester John Kerr Equity F. E. Clerk

Room and board wanted for Handley School teachers

Advertises for furnished rooms or room and board for Handley School teachers for next school year. Proposals should be written to the Office of the Superintendent of Handley Schools, with a deadline of June 1.

Handley Schools

Death by Snake Kill Leads to Woman's Fatal Heart Event

Funeral services were held today at Little Mountain one Frederick county for Mrs. M. Newlin wife of J. Way Newlin who died suddenly after reporting she killed a large five and a half foot black snake in her yard. A physician attributed her death to heart strain from excitement over the incident. She leaves a husband three sons William Miller Charles and three daughters Ida May Allen Slinger Bell and Sarah Elizabeth Bruner. Burial followed at the Little Mountain graveyard in the Raceburg area.

Little Mountain One Frederick County M . Newlin J. Way William Miller Newlin Charles Winchester Ida May Allen Florida Slinger Bell Sarah Elizabeth Bruner Chambersbure

Battery and auto repair ad from Hicks Motor Co

Don't swear when you have battery trouble just drop around to Hicks Motor Co and call for Biff. He will fix you up on repairs or a new Cammer Hand built Battery fully guaranteed. See us Ford 18 and others in proportion in the valley for vigor and price. G. W. Forney 22-Speed-21 at Hicks Motor Co.

Hicks Motor Co Biff O. K G. W. Forney

Pyrox Immediate Delivery for Orchard Sprays

An Orchard Supply Co notice advertising PYROX for immediate delivery in any quantity. Claims special effectiveness for the next spray and promotes fast service for orchard needs.

WIN Orchard Supply CO

Old Bethel Church Dedication Delayed To A Later Date

The dedication of Old Bethel Church planned for May 28 is postponed to a later date to be announced. B. W. Unger, a Bethel community representative, said the new schedule will be publicized in ample time.

Old Bethel Church B. W. Unger Organization of the Bethel Community

Auction Sales of Lots 18 Saturday at 1 P. M

Auction bids planned for Saturday at 1 PM for Lot 18 as listed. Also advertised are June hatched chicks at 12 cents each from Lamp's Poultry Yard and a one ton Republic Truck with new pneumatic tires from Collis and Wagner.

Lamp's Poultry Yard Republic Collis & Wagner

Reduction in Freight Rates Ordered Today

The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered freight rate cuts averaging about 10 percent with 14 percent in the East 18 percent in the West and 12 percent in the South and mountain regions. Air fares drop July 1 and passenger and Pullman charges remain unchanged. The commission said railroads should earn 5 percent on property value rather than 6 percent as in 1920.

Associated Press Washington Interstates Commission Eastern Mountain Fir

Empire Theatre Showcases Hart Pictures Next Week

The Empire Theatre screens new William S Hart features with one of his greatest pictures premiering next week. Up-to-date audiences seek value and fresh staff at the Empire, Thos Meighan announces tomorrow.

Empire Theatre Hart the Empire Thos, Meighan

Public Auction of Estate Furniture May 25 1922

On Thursday May 25 1922 at 2 o'clock near Welltown a sale of household and kitchen furniture beds and bedding and other articles from the estate of the late Fannie Jenkins deceased will be held. Terms cash. Admr Luther Pannet.

Welltown Fannie Jenkins Luther Pannett Admr

Get the Lot Free Saturday at Munting

A brief notice announces a free lot giveaway event on Saturday at Munting with details to follow. Local organizers urge residents to attend and claim a stake in the shared parcel.

Fire destroys Chandler auto and injures driver

A six cylinder Chandler touring car owned by W Guthridge was engulfed by fire on the Valley pike near the old Hillman tollgate property. Guthridge, who was driving, suffered burns to his hands as flames erupted from a gasoline tank under the front seat. The car burned beyond repair, leaving only twisted metal. The fire is believed to have started from a leaking gasoline tank or feed pipe.

W. #. Guthridge Valley Pike Hillman Tollgate

Chapman Auto Sales Tire Sale Ad

Local dealer Chapman Auto Sales promotes tire values with a call to buy now and a slogan urging readers to decide now to live at Munt Zing or similar.

Chapman Auto

President Harding Unable to Attend Winchester Lodge Event

A May 23 1922 letter from President Warren G Harding to T Russell Cather of Winchester Virginia notes he cannot attend a special communication of Winchester Hiram Lodge No 21 on Friday. Harding expresses regret and hopes to visit on another occasion, thanking the lodge for the invitation and honoring McKinley era Masonry.

Harding Winchester Hiram Lodge T. Russell Cather Ininer William B. Wagner A. ©. Slonaker Washington Ohio Masons Hiram ‘Lodge Mr. Cather Chester McKinley Lodge Canton Winchester Hiram Lodge

Inspection notice for 1st 116th Infantry at American Legion Building

Headquarters Company orders all personnel to report for inspection at the American Legion Building on Thursday May 25 at 7 p.m. Enlisted men to wear OD shirts and black regulation tie. Commanding officer Peyton J. Marshall signs the notice. Also mentions Chancellor Chocolates and Boyd Drug Co advertisements.

American Legion Peyton J. Marshall 116Th Infantry

Registration of City School Children Opens for Next Year

City children entering kindergarten or first grade may register at John Kerr School from May 13 to June 10, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring birth certificate and proof of vaccination. Five-year-olds by Oct 15 go to kindergarten. six by Oct 16 to first grade. county pupils in higher grades announced later.

John Kerr School

Cripple Beats Bao Bandits

A sports note reports Cripple achieved a victory over the Bao Bandits in a recent game. Details on score, venue, and timeframe are not provided in the fragment.

Bao Bandits

Pool hall operator robbed after attack near home

Joseph Rehill a pool room manager in the city was set upon by three bandits as he neared his home on Colom Street. He fought them with a crutch to prevent theft of a $250 ring and cash, while attackers fled, leaving him injured.

Oseph Rehill Fopcbedette Prother iMra Swanson Rehill Iphia Rebin Germantown Hos" Land Colom Street Ashemead Collom

Seeley Truss Expert Appears in Winchester Friday May 26

F H Seeley, a Chicago and Philadelphia truss expert, will be at Hotel Jack in Winchester Friday May 26 to demonstrate his rupture treatment. The device claims instantaneous results without surgery, injections, or prescriptions and has governmental documents for inspection.

F. H. Seeley Chicago P Delphia Hotel Jack Winchester Mr. Seeley England Spain Seeley United States Washington Home Office Walnut St Phila

Girls Week Parade Invitation Boosts Association

A notice urges participation in a Girls Week parade at three P.M. to boost the association. The message promotes community involvement and unity through the event.

Apeit

Furniture sale of late Mrs Murnan items at market street

Household effects from the late Mrs. Murnan will be sold Saturday at 10 o clock on Nb Market Street. Fine lot includes corner cupboard and various pieces.urniture sale notice continues in local column.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Camp Meade Jajor Addock St S. House William S. Hart Sisters Speak Alley High School Herreus DER Huyler Boyd Drug Co Winchester Poster Advertising Co Bob C. C. Herrell Main St Fort Loudoun Seminary Girls’ Athletic Association Laura Lockhart West Water St J. W. Newlin Shea Geo. A. Dunham Chr Howard §. Nulton Richmond, Va Virginia Nurton Richard E. G W. D Interstate Commerce Commission WM. S. Hart Margaret Hodgson Chandler Auto Charles E. Timberlake New York Charles Town W. Va Leslie Timberlake South Braddock Street Cook Star Hansbrough & Carter Mr. Cathe White House Warren G. Harding Chancellor Chocolates F. BE. Clerk William S$, Hart Joseph Rehill Big Roll Beretty G. A. AS Ford Car
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