Turner Taken to Richmond in Federal Murder Case
Federal officials moved Turner a 19 year old African American suspect from Winchester to Richmond under a federal warrant after a Moore case near Alexandria. He suffered two pistol wounds and admitted the killing while claiming self defense. Jailer Kines reported no confirmed mob identity. crowds gathered but Turner was kept in a reinforced cell and later transported for trial in federal court within Virginia jurisdiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Turner
Thomas Morgan Moore
Alexandria
Winchester
Leesburg
Richmond
Turner
United States
Pannett
Marshall Duval
Virginia
Edwards
Loudoun County
Duval
United States District
Sweeney
Jackson
Department of Justice
Megro
Moore
Miss Pearl Clark
Murd
Pett
District of Columbia
Fede
Fedp
Waddill
Samuel G. Brent
Circuit Court
Arlington ‘County
Z. O. Kines
Missouri
Wisg Asnemper
Kines
Fort Myer
Farget
Whith
Danville
Shenandoah County
Prohibition
Fruit Growers Ad Promotes Spraying Supplies
An advertisement offers immediate delivery of Pyrox lead arsenate blue stone and genuine dusting materials for fruit growers. It lists spray hoses rods guns nozzles fittings power and hand sprayers and claims everything for better fruit. Winchester Orch-.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Orch
Ard Supply Co. Ad Shows Contact and Address
Local ad for Ard Supply Co lists phone 313 and street address 301 North Market Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ARD Supply CO
Carranza Death Probe Links Herrero to Betrayal
A four member commission named by Generals Obregon and Gonzales finds a conspiracy by Col Rodolfo Herrero likely led to Carranza's betrayal and death at Plaza de Plaxcalantongo. The report details Herrero men entering the hut at dawn May 21 and Carranza pleading for aid before being killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Mexico City
Carranza
Rodolfo Herrero
Carranza Party
Commission of Four
Obregon
Gonzales
Plaxcalantongo
Commission
Herrero
Two Indicted in Clarke County Death Case
A Clarke County grand jury returned indictments against Thomas Pearson and John R. Shepherd Jr for felony in the death of Charles Longerbeam near the Shenandoah river last week. The coroner’s jury found no guilt on Pearson, while Shepherd’s testimony linked to the death. Authorities planned immediate arrest warrants for the two men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke County
Berryville
Thomas Pearson
John R. Shepherd, Jr
Charles Longerbeam
Shenandoah River
Pearson
Shepherd
Pearsongerbeam
Longerbeam
Pear
Capiuses
Daniels Defends Navy Record Before Senate Panel
Secretary Daniels denounced a “steam roller” tactic as he told the Senate naval investigating committee he would appeal if Hale pressed an unfair claim about the start of the war. He said his April 1917 remark that the navy was ready “from stem to stern” was an epigram capturing the navy’s role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Daniels
Senate Naval Investigating Committee
Hale
Pittman
Nevada
Senate
Mr. S
Navy
Stem
Stern
Bruised toe linked to Martinsburg child’s death
Lillian Love Duke died at Memorial Hospital Winchester from blood poisoning after a toe injury bruised weeks earlier. Daughter of A L Duke of Martinsburg, she lived with aunt Mrs R S Harbaugh in Winchester and left siblings Raymond Harry Anna Helen and Ralph Duke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Love Duke
Memorial Hospital
Winchester
the Star
Martinsburg Journal
A. L. Duke
Martinsburg
Lillian Love
R. S. Harbaugh
Raymond Duke
Harry Duke
Anna
Helen Duke
Ralph Duke
Clearbrook
8 Per Cent Non Taxable Securities Offered to Public
Hansbrough and Carter advertise 8 percent non taxable securities secured by real estate with quarterly interest. Call or write for full information. Large and small investors urged to consider Newlin and Company promotions in this issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hansbrough & Carter
Iptt Newlin & Company
Auction Announcement for Selan Chevrolet May 29
A second hand Selan Chevrolet with engine and body in first class condition will be sold at auction on May 29 at 2 p m in front of the Court House. It can be viewed at Rouss Garage. A G Swanson is the auctioneer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selan Chevrolet
Court House
Rouss Garage
Laborers Wanted for Winchester Storage Co Jobs
Laborers needed at Winchester Storage Co to earn $2.25 per day with board including rainy days and Sundays, $3.00 without board. Apply to William Beverley. September 24. Also seeking a used Smith Premier typewriter at a reasonable price, apply to "F" care of The Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Storage Co
William Beverley
Smith
American Legion Memorial Week Events Led by Commander
The Robert Y. Conrad Post American Legion announces events from May 28 to June 5 at Handley Library, Market Street Methodist Church, and local diamonds. Speakers include R. W. Searle on Americanism. memorial service led by Rev. Walter M. Depp. parades, and baseball games with proceeds for the Legion. Ex servicemen invited. Boy Scouts get special invite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Baker
Robert Y. Conrad Post
American—Legion
Handley Library
R. W. Searle
Woods
New York City
American Legion
Boy Scouts
Legion
Market ‘St. Methodist Church
Walter M.depp
Post
Court House
Equity
Robert Y. Conrad
Rouss Avenue
Robert Y.' Conrad ‘ Post
Shepherdstown
Winchester Democrats Contest at State Convention Details
Warren Rice reports on the 1920 Virginia Democratic State Convention, detailing seating disputes, credential challenges, and delegates from Frederick, Albemarle, Shenandoah, and other counties. The piece notes hand voting, the Leedy resolution, and shifts on Prohibition stance amid wet and dry factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Star
Lewis
Winchester’ Democratic Committee
Harry Hardy
James
Auc
Duke
Albemarle
Harrison
Frederick County
Shenandoah County
Harry Byrd
Winchester Star
Mapp
Virginia
Warren Rice
J. H
Henry
Rack's Steam Bakery Announces New Daily Hours
Store hours shortened to 9 a m to 8 p m due to staff shortages. Bakery offerings include cakes pies rolls doughnuts cream puffs cinnamon buns and other daily pastries.
Retur ns to Richmond Mrs Wilmore Sherrick
Mrs Wilmore Sherrick has returned to Richmond Virginia to be with her father Dr J L Whitlock since the death of her step mother earlier this spring Her husband Dr Sherrick who was in the area has returned to Richmond recently
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Wilmore
Sherrick
J. L. Whitlock
Water and Sewer Taxes Due by June First
Water and sewer taxes must be paid by June 1, 1920, or a penalty will be added and pipes disconnected. WM. T. BARR, City Treas. Garden for rent. Apply to Hambright & Carter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WM. T. Barr
City Treas
May Day Pageant Program at John Kerry Schools
The May Day pageant program is printed for public viewing. The event, to be performed on Equity rounds Friday at 2 pm, features Elizabeth Hollis as Queen of the May with a large Cast of Characters, maids of honor, pages, cadets, and flower girls. Performances include episodes Welcome Sweet Spring and America The Beautiful with music, dances, and a grand crowning ceremony guided by School Spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kerry
Equity
Elizabeth Hol
Lis
iLading
Eulalia Vage
Virginia
Lilian Doing
Cornelia Gray
Hather Solenberger
Vic‘toria Artrip
Kennethwell
Haerman
William Brown
Chandler Crisman
Frances Bearer
crown—Virginia
Vada Gardiner
Ruth Haines
Portia Robinson
Mary Rhoades
Roy Harper
Kenneth Rush
Paul Poston
Russell Rogers
Banner -Syales Esas
Len Einco
Red Cross
Dramatic Club
Public Auction of Household Goods Friday at 10 a.m.
Public auction announced by B Brooke Baker for May 28 at 10 a.m. at 4 South Main Street offers household goods, with the listing attributed to Try Herrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Main Street
B. Brooke Baker
Half Million to Gen Wood Reported in Campaign Funds
Willam Proctor of Cincinnati testified in a Senate investigation that he advanced $500000 to Maj Gen Leonard Wood's presidential campaign fund. He said this was more than total contributions and noted about 60 to 70 percent of Wood's fund was spent on publicity, speakers, and headquarters. The probe also covered Palmer campaign totals and contributions, with Linden M Guffey as a leading donor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Willam
Proctor
Cincinnati
Leonard Wood
Senate
General Wood
Kenyon
Rere Carlin
F Washington
Palmer
C. Carlin
Kenyet
Cathe
Gai
Pittsburgh
Col
McClurg Guffey
Teeset
Timony
Canseer
Sunday School Meet Planned at Braddock Street
Sunday school workers prepare a convention at Braddock Street Methodist Church in Winchester. The event set for Thursday evening May 27 features visiting speakers and prominent figures, aiming to be among the best Sunday school meetings in the area. Local workers pledge full support and emphasize timely topics and strong program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braddock Street Methodist
Winchester
Ag & Worth
Neville's Foot Amputated After Prolonged Illness
Retired Winchester police officer C. E. Neville underwent below knee amputation at Memorial Hospital after months of infection. Surgeon Dr. B. C. Stuart led the operation and Neville is reported to be resting and showing fortitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. BE. Neville
Winchester
Memorial Hospital
Neville
B. C. Stuart
Mr. Neville
Taxi Cab Says Washington Service Offers Lowest Fares
Public notice announces a taxi cab service in Washington promising the cheapest fares in the district with contact at West 84. 25-1p-6t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenah Valley
Washington
Call West
Winchester Seed Co. ad warns scarce cow peas soybeans
Orchard notice urges men to buy now as cow peas and soybeans are scarce. Crimson Clover promoted as cheapest legume. Winchester Seed Co. Inc. advertises seed offerings and a lost-gate tire reward between Charles Town and Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Seed Co., Inc
Charles Town
Winchester
Gates
Bromiey
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fruit Growers
N. Market ST
Gen. Carranza
Col. Herrero
Tom Pearson
John Shepherd
Chargey Clarke
Gt Boy
Chevrolet
A. G. Swanson
American —Legion
Taswanges
Rack’s Steam Bakery
Hambrough & Carter
Herrell
Gen. Wood
W. C. Proctor
C. E. Neville
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