Senator Watson rebuked over postmaster remark in Senate
The Associated Press reports a heated scene in the Senate where Senator Watson insulted Colorado Senator Phipps regarding a Georgia postmaster. The incident sparked debate on his conduct and immunity from reprimand while an Army shooting inquiry continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson Brgin
Pa TP Phipps
Colorado
Georgia
Watson
Phey
Senate
Camee
United States Army
George Wi. Cocell
Sama
EK. Watson
France
United States
Iniz
Senar
Senator Watson
Walthe
Brandegee Committee
New York Times
Dempsey Promotes Prize Ring Across Media
The article mocks Jack Dempsey as a publicity figure promoting prize fighting. It notes his busy interview schedule and speechcraft for larger audiences, likening his media presence to that of a socialite and suggesting his growing celebrity reaches expectations of major events.
Federated Fruit Growers Form Regional Plan Across States
Martinsburg dispatch reports a proposed regional grower owned plan to unite Maryland West Virginia Virginia Pennsylvania and New Jersey fruit producers. Smaller packing houses would feed local selling associations within the Appalachian Cooperative Fruit Exchange, member of the Federated Fruit Growers. Gray Silver Martinsburg and B F Moomaw Virginia sit on the board. Authorities say details are sparse and growers await more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qt Arm
Martinebureaus
United States
Maryland
West Virginia
Virginia
Pennemagente
Federated Fruit Growers
Martinsburg Press
Winchester
Pooler Resigns as Potomac Public Service Chief
At a Potomac Public Service executive meeting the resignation of M A Pooler as general manager of the property was accepted. R Paul Smith of Frederick was elected general manager, moving from his prior role as general superintendent of railways. Smith will relocate from Frederick to Hagenetown and assume duties immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potomac Public Service
M. A. Pooler
R. Paul Smith
Frederick
Mr. Pooler
New Brunswick Power Eee
St. John's
Newae
Neestoventey
Urther
Wonderful
Pooler
Smith
Ays
Vision
Light and
Power
Hagenetown
Trega
eSsidiaries
Niera Virginia Power Company
Chester
Grisithtas Attics
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason Satirizes Bores and Bragging
An old prose poem mocks bores who yammer about worn-out cars and boastful gadgets. The verse suggests restraint and quiet, noting how nonstop chatter turns surroundings into a mobbed playground and ruins peace. It targets boastful talk and excessive self-display.
Pressman's Severe Finger Injury Forces Time Off
Fred W. Forney a newspaper pressman for The Star suffered a severe injury to the forefinger of his right hand including a mashed nail while at the press. The incident required him to quit work until the finger heals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred. W. Forney
The
Star
2,173 a Day Join Church
A national surge in church membership shows an average of 2,173 persons each day joining congregations across the United States reflecting growing religious engagement in communities nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nihe
United States
Succeeds Where Doctors Fail Pinkham's Vegetable Compound
Mrs Miner of Churubusco New York testifies five years of doctor care and various medicines failed her, but Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helped. She notes relief for ailments in women and urges others to try the remedy, claiming it suits all ages and contains no harmful drugs.
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Churubusco
N X.y
Frep Miner
N. Y
Pinkham
Stephens City Social Notes
Stephens City Va May 25. Mr Cad Gregory of Manassas visits his sister Mrs Harry Stickey. Mr Charles Dean and wife return to Chester Pa after a week with parents Mr and Mrs A W Deans. Levi Smswilled of Edinburg visits nephew Mr A B Funk. William White motor to Washington last week. We have fine season with rain. Edgar Lemsey adds a bay window on Main Street. Mrs J P Carbaugh and daughter and Mrs Shannon with Miss Elsie Trussell motor to Winchester for shopping.
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Stephens City
Cad. Gregory
Manassas Va
Harry Stickey
Charles Dean
Chester
A. W. Dean
Levi Smswilled
Edinburg
A. BE. Funks
William White
Washington
Edgar Lemsey
Hig
Main Street
J. P. Carbaugh
Shannon
J. A. Guard
Elsie Trussell
Winchester
Horse Run Causes Farmer John Lee's Fatal Accident Near Delray
John D. Lee, 72, of the Short Mountain area near Delray West Virginia, was killed in a runaway accident Tuesday while driving a young horse to a buggy near his home. The horse bolted, the buggy swerved, and Lee struck a stump, dying a few hours later. He leaves a wife and six sons Edgar Henry Seymour Alexander Herbert and Harvey, who served as pallbearers.
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Romney
W. Va
John D. Lee
Delray
Lee
Short Mountain
Little Texas
Mr. Lee
Edgar
Henry
Seymour
Alexander
Herbert
Harvey
Remodeling Under Way at North Main Street Depot
Work crews accelerate remodeling of the old express office and bank shop on North Main Street recently acquired by Haible interests. The main building will be split into two storerooms with 17 foot fronts and 75 feet deep, a private alley storeroom of 10 by 60 feet, and upper floor flats with baths over Forney's poolroom.
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North Main Street
Haible
Jalse
Forney
Hable
Lloyd George Outlines Genoa Conference Policy in Commons
In a Commons debate Lloyd George defended government policy on Genoa and said discussion would focus on the Genoa Conference. He avoided debating the Russo-German treaty or France relations, noting these would be taken up next week. The speaker emphasized stating facts for members to judge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genoa
Lioydze
France
Lloyd Gebree
Papers seized from Revenue Bureau accounts unit recovered
The Internal Revenue Service announced that over 300 packets of papers taken from the Revenue Bureau accounts unit after the dismissal of A. D. Sumney and T. C. Childs had been recovered and were under study. The papers were found in S. G. Patchell’s apartment, with Patchell stating Sumner and others gathered them. In a separate note, the Senate judiciary committee postponed action on the House anti lynching bill for two weeks to consult with House leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Blair
Internal Revenue
The
Revenue Bureau
Mellon
A. D. Sumney
T. C. Childs
S. G. Patchell
Patchell
A. D. Sumner
Sumner
Senate Judiciary Committee
House
Elks Enjoy a Social Session at Winchester Lodge
Winchester Lodge of Elks held a social session with over 100 members present including visitors from out of town. After several candidates were initiated a buffet supper followed and members enjoyed a radio concert from Indianapolis. Noted active members include Chas H Shipman of Leesburg the largest at about 465 pounds, Harry Schmidt about 6 feet 8 inches, and Miller O Rear about a yard taller than a standard.
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Winchester Lodge of Elks
Indianapolis
Ind
Winchester Lodge
Chas. H. Shipman
Leesburg
Harry Schmidt
Miller O’rear
Three operations upon Mr. Robinson in Charles Town
Frank L. Robinson underwent three procedures at Charles Town General Hospital including removal of enlarged tonsils and two others related to a prior condition. He is general manager of the Charles Town plant of the Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corporation. Nurse Eva Knott traveled from Winchester to care for him, as his brother H Delmar Robinson stayed with him at the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank L. Robinson
Charles Town
W. Va
C. L. Robinson
Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corporation
Eva Knott
Winchester
Mr. Robinson
H. Delmar Robinson
Charles Town Hospital
Bethel Church Cemetery Clean-Up Planned for June 3
Bethel Church cemetery will be cleaned on Saturday afternoon June 3. Those interested are urged to attend. Memorial services will follow at Bethel Church on the second Sunday in June with Rev. Ballengee of Winchester expected to speak. Everyone is invited. Those That Sit Around and Wait.
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Bethel Church
Ballengee
Winchester
Feeds for Breeding Geese and Diet Advice
A historical note describes a feeding mash for breeding geese using equal parts bran midlings and ground oats mixed with milk, fed in the morning, with corn given at night. It warns geese can become fat on corn only and notes the mash is easier for digestion than whole grain.
Henhouse Roasts and Chicks Care Tactics
Roasts and dropping boards in the henhouse are suggested for comfort of chicks. Do not feed chicks until they are forty eight to seventy two hours old. Leave a sitting hen alone as she knows her business best. Use a hatchet on ailing fowls if needed. Bran is an ideal summer feed for mature fowls. The plumage note discusses the silent flight of owls and their hunting method.
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Liz
Peter
Oracle
Aero
Platinum Output From District Colombia
A district in Colombia reports an annual platinum production of about 30,000 troy ounces. The figure reflects steady extraction activity and contributes to the region's mining sector. Potential investors may note the scale of operations and local resource significance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colombia
Notice of chancery decree and hearing in Winchester court
Extract from decree entered May 4 1922 in Amanda Cook vs Philip Chase et al. refers the case to Master Commissioners to report on estate details including value liens and priority, and to determine shares. Publication notice years required four weeks in Winchester newspaper before hearing June 2 1922 at M M Lynch office.
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Philip Chase
Virginia Chase
Winchester
Virginia
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Evening Star
Flood Byrd
Va. Ae
Quinchester
Veteiante
the Weekly Mirror
Gthursday
Jack Dempsey
Utah
Manace
Dempsey
Carpentierie
England
Duke of York
Baltimore
Walt Mason
Pressman
Lydia E. Pinkham
Stephens City Social Notes
Lloyd George
Commons
Waite
Bradfeld Regulator Co
Atlanta
Nona
Amanda Cook
A. J. Tavenner
M. M. Lynch
Atty
American Gas Improvement CO
American Gas Improvement Company
Winchester Gas and Electric Light Company
W. A. Ryan
Neidemeyer’s
P. ‘C. Neidemeyer & Co. Home Furnishers Co. Main and Water
Joeut
the People’s Drug Co., Lic
North Main St
Hamilton
H. J. Mowrey
W. Piccadilly Street
Salco V. B
Ee Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corp
Berryville
Martinsburg
Berkeley Storage Co
Eden
Northern Virginia Power Co
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