Winchester Chamber Elects New Officers At Regular Meeting
At a Winchester Chambers of Commerce gathering new officers were elected for the upcoming year. J. B. McCormac was chosen president succeeding George B. Chapman while W. B. Cornwell and Mrs. R. T. Barton were named vice presidents. T. Russell Cather was elected secretary pro tem as a new board composition is prepared for June 1. The election of an executive secretary was postponed with a plan to decide at a later meeting.
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Champs Commerce of Winchester
K Co
Champs
Member of Commerce
J. B. McCormac
Virginia Woolen Com
Winchester
Ing
Chamber of Com
George B
W. B. Corni
Winchester d Western Railroad
Rob T. Barton
T. Russell Cather
George B. i
Shirley ,Cartey
Henry A.rly
William G.rardy
A. B. Memac
C. E. Koontz
H. Clay de- Mange
J. M. Orndoff
Ornf
Iby
George B. Chapman
Russell
American City Bureau
Sceo
Seeanie Fest
Chamber of Commerce
the of Commerce
McCormac
W. B. Cornwell
R. T. Barton
Iam G. Hardy
Iley Carter
H. Clay DeGrange
Ro Bryarly
Clarence E
Mber
Commerce
Homas
Burley
Chamber of Comerce
Frederick County
Board Seeks Teachers For Handley School
Citizens offer room and board for next school year. Send details to the Superintendent of Schools before June 1. Proposals to the Handley School office.
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Handley School
Plan Approved for Mus Muscles Shoals Power Plant Move
Muscle Shoals plan approved by the House military committee after three years of study and investigation into the Severn River nitrate and power plant project in Alabama. Henry Ford, the Alabama Power Company, Fred Eng, and Charles L. Parsons contributed to the proposal.
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Bncton
Mus
Alabama
House
Henry Ford
Alamo Power Company
Fred. Eng
Charles L. Parsons
WINDOW LETTERING SIGNS
Orn Poster advertising company displays window lettering signs in a storefront. The fragment mentions dut advertising and tp-tt but lacks clear context or additional details.
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Orn Poster ‘Advertising Co
Dut
Pennsylvania Officials Visit Winchester For Weekend
A party of high Pennsylvania Railroad officials and guests arrived in Winchester by special train. They stayed at South Washington Street residence of W. Alexander Baker and hosted a large dance in their honor. The group included Col. and Mrs. Kennedy and Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Lee with other Chambersburg and Philadelphia guests. They attended the Blue Ridge Hunt Club event at Carter Hall Grove.
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W.A. Baker
Pennsylvania Railroad
M.C. Kennedy
Chambersburg
Elisha Lee
Philadelphia
Winchester
Cumberland Valley Division
Pennsylvania Ines
W. Alexander Baker
South Washing Street
Baker
John. Graham
Newville
Jonel Kennedy
Cumberland Valley Railroad’ Company
Pennsylvania
Ragged Edgé
Thomas B. Kennedy, Jr
Charles L. McKeehan
Aérier Hirsh
York, Pa
Mary Erskine
T. A. Baldwin
California
Katherine Judge
Washington, D D
Protect Your Garden Protect Your Garden acure ero
Acure ero repellant claims to kill bugs worms and prevent fungous disease in gardens. Sold in handy one and five pound packages at WIN Orchard Supply Co.
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Orchard Supply CO
Races Set for July 4 at Winchester Fair Grounds
The Sarah Zane Fire Company will stage harness and running races at Winchester fair grounds on July 4 with the Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society renting the grounds. Horsemen may enter their horses with secretary H. Russell Potts. The track is rented four weeks in advance and training use is free. Motorcycle races are planned and organizers seek fast entrants from the region.
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Sarah Zane Fire Company
Winchester Fair Grounds
Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society
Sarah Zane Boys
H. Russell Potts
Appointment to City School Board Named Hodgson
An order from the Corporation Court appoints Joseph B. Hodgson to the City School Board representing the first district. He succeeds A. Taylor Ritter, who resigned, and will serve one term ending in March.
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Corporation Court
Joseph B. Hodgson
First
A. Taylor Ritter
Mr. Hodgson
Ono
Marriage License Issued to Stouffer and Koser in Greencastle
A marriage license was issued today at the city clerk's office to B Karl Stouffer and Miss Ruth C Koser, both of Greencastle Pa. The groom is an accountant. A for sale or rent notice for an automobile repair shop with full equipment and immediate possession terms appears from Clarence Miller.
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B. Karl Stouffer
Ruth C. Koser
Greencastle
Ward Freed on Bail in Peters Shooting Case
New York Supreme Court Justice Seever released Walter S. Ward of New Rochelle on $50,000 bail in the Peters shooting case. District Attorney Weeks pressed for $60,000 to ensure Ward’s appearance, amid allegations Ward shielded another man and links to blackmailers. The Evening World questions Ward’s role and traces the revolver used to a 1908 shipment to J. W. Weed and Co.
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Associated Press
N. Y
Supreme Court
Seever
Walter S. Ward
New Rochelle
Clarence Peters
White Plains
Weeks
Ad County
Ward
New York
New York Evening World Today
Young Ward
Broadway
Walter Ward
New Rochélle
Evening World
Werner
Westchester County
Baker
Smith and Wesson
J. W. Weed and Co
Ofysis
Paris Island, & C
Young Peters
Savannah
Peters
Weather outlook for next week in mid-Atlantic states
Washington reports weather predictions for the week starting Monday. North and Middle Atlantic States can expect generally fair skies with moderate temperatures.
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The
Associated Press
Washington
North
Middle Atlantic
Winchester Seed Co Oil Prices and Samples
Oil prices and sample details from Winchester Seed Co reported for May 20. Pricing figures include bulk and sample listings, with notes on quality and origin.
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Winchester Seed CO
Death summons Edward Steele of Clarke county
Edward Steele, formerly of Clarke county Virginia, died early yesterday at his Alexandria Virginia home after a month of illness. Relatives report his body will be brought here by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery. He was over 70 and survived by his widow and two sons Ralph of Chambersburg Pennsylvania and Frank of Alexandria along with other relatives.
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Edward Steele
Clarke County
Alexandria
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Mount Hebron
Steele
Ralph
Chambersburg
Frank Steele
Mr.Steele
Sale Notice of Fannie Jenkins Estate at Welltown
At 2 oclock on Thursday May 25 1922 near Welltown household and kitchen furniture beds and bedding and many other articles belonging to the estate of the late Fannie Jenkins deceased. Terms cash. 22-1pts Luther Pannet Admr.
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Welltown
Fannie Jenkins
Luther Pannett
Admr
Frederic County Hail Insurance Policy For Crops
A special policy protects Frederick County growers. It covers apples against hail damage and protects wheat fields. Policy makers include Hall Hansbrough and Carter in Insurance Real Estate Investments.
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Frederick County
Hall, Hansbrough & Carter
Noted Woman Speaks at Century Club Banquet
The Century Club in Middletown hosted a formal gathering with invited guests. Dr Kate Waller Barrett of Alexandria delivered the principal address, receiving a standing ovation. a fuller report will follow in a later issue. Dr Barrett remained in Middletown as a guest of Mrs W A Baker and departed for home this morning.
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Wayside Inn
Middletown
Mers
Kate Waller Barrett
Alexandria
Virginia
Virginia Department of the Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion
Barrett
Century Club
the Star
W. A. Baker
Empire Laugh Tonight Ad Promises Ben Turpin Show
The Empire invites patrons with a comedic program featuring Ben Turpin. The note touts New York style acts and claims nightly value, clean facilities, and safe ventilation. It encourages attendance and repeat visits.
Final Rites Held for J E Barnett Clarke County Leader
Funeral services were held at the Berryville Baptist Church for J Edward Barnett a Clarke county leader who died at his home near Berryville following a long illness. Interment was in Green Hill Cemetery. He served 25 years on the Clarke County Board of Supervisors and was a Civil War veteran. Survived by daughter Mrs Ambrose Hummer and sons Dr Neill Barnett and Edward Barnett.
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Baptist
Berryville
J. Edward Barnett
Clarke County
Nathan Maynard
Clarke
Green Hill Cemetery
Barnett
Board of Supervisors
Old South
Ambrose Hummer
Mabel Barnett
Neill Barnett
Richmond
Edward Barnett
Tires Tires Tires Best values at Chapman Auto Sales
Tires at Chapman Auto Sales offer standout value with strong prices and clear appeal. Shop for the best deals and convenient options on a wide selection of tires.
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Chapman Auto Sales
Handley Council Meeting Notice and Tax Reminder
ATTENTION U GC Ty Regular meeting Saturday May 27 at 7 30 p m All members of Handley Council 634 requested to be present Visiting U C Ty s welcome G H O F Heatwole Sec y Treas 25 1p 31 WATER AND SEWER TAXES Water and sewer taxes must be paid by June 1 1922 or penalty will be added and pipe disconnected WM T Barr City Treas 25 Dp 61
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U. GC. Ty
Handley Council
U. C. Ty
GHO. F. Heatwole
Sec'y-Treas
WM. T. Barr
City Treas
Masons of Canton Present McKinley Memorial Images in Winchester
Large photographs of the McKinley memorial in Canton and of William McKinley Lodge officers were given to Winchester Hiram Lodge No 21 by a Canton delegation. Dr C E Manchester spoke, recalling McKinley’s life from the Civil War to his assassination, with other speakers and a musicians quartet. A buffet and speeches followed late into the night at the Masonic Temple in Winchester.
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Creat McKinley
Canton
Ohio
William McKinley Lodge
Winchester
Hiram
Hiram Lodge
C. E. Manchester
Manchester
McKinley
Major McKinely
Buffalo
McKinley Lodge
R. Gray Williams
Major McKinley
Masonic Temple
William B. Wagner
T. Russell Cather
W. Cater
Courson
Shenandoah Valley Accademy
Hugh S. Duffey
Winchester High Schools
Joseph B. Hodgson
Frank M. Reynolds
Elmé V. Hodges
Musical Comedy The Minister's Wife Bonnet at Braddock St M E
A musical comedy bonnet event at Braddock Street M E Church is set for Tuesday May 30 with a 25 cent admission. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
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Braddock St. M. E
Texas Mob Burns Killed Negro After Rape Allegation
In Waco Texas on May 27 a mob killed Jesse Thomas 23 and burned his body after he was identified as the man who assaulted Mrs Margaret Hays and killed her escort W Harrell Bolton. A posse of Texas Rangers guard the county jail where five Black suspects await murder charges as the crowd seeks souvenirs from the burned body.
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Waco
Texas
Jesse Thomas
Texas Rangers
Sam Harris
Margaret Hays
Thomas
Sunday School Workers Speak at Winchester Conference
Thomas C. Diggs urged personal influence over methods in Sunday school teaching at the Winchester conference. Rev. J. F. Morgan stressed the need for enthusiasm and noted Virginia has 860000 youths without religious training. Mrs. W. H. Ballengee called for trainer focus for instructors over crop experts.
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Thomas C. Diggs
Winchester
Presbyterian Church
Diges
Virginia Sunday School Association
J. F. Morgan
Christian Church
Virginia
E. N. Good
Aes ‘Woods
Mina
Robi Neer
Empire Theatres Adds New Short Subjects This Week
On Monday the Empire Theatre re introduces Topics of the Day and on Thursdays the popular Urban's Movie Chats will return. The text promises the newest and best in cinema and urges patrons to stay stylish and up to date with their screenings.
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Empire Theatre
Empire
Experienced life insurance man sought in Winchester agency
Classified notice seeking an experienced life insurance agent for a general agency in Winchester. Applicants should send references and brief history of experience to HM. J. c/o Winchester Star. 26-16-21.
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Winchester
HM. J
Winchester Star
Earth Shocks Near Rome Cause Terror in Pernh Area
Four violent earthquakes struck near Pernh about 50 miles north of Rome, terrifying locals over several miles. No damage reports had been received by the afternoon. Church services announced for tomorrow at 41 o'clock on the second floor of 37 E. Water St.
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Associated Press
Rome
Pernh
Christian Science
Water St
Adil
Pine Tree Patrol Meet For Camp Fire Girls May 29
The Pine Tree Patrol of the Camp Fire Girls will meet on Monday May 29 at 4 30 at Miss Elizabeth Kern's home. Attendance is required for several important discussions and plans for Summer Camp are under way.
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Elizabeth Kern
Semeli
Pat
Faster Ships Needed to Aid Frederick County Apple Trade
Frederick County fruit growers visited Norfolk to inspect port facilities for faster steamers and railway sidings. The group heard of plans for improved Newport News and Norfolk routes and noted a boost in Virginia exports since 1920. Senator Swanson secured an $8 million reconditioning contract for the Levi at Newport News Shipbuilding, amid opposition in Congress.
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Frederick County
Norfolk
Uumare, Dowte
New York City
Sens A. Dew
Hampton Realstate
Virginia
Swainson
Delfoot
Hampton Roads
Richards
W. Fuller
Steety
Th Alow
Old. Transportation Company
Chamber of
Senator Swanson
Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company
Levi
Swanson
Virginia Shipbuilding Company
Senator Lodge
Congress
Arrest of Sam Hale on serious charge in West Virginia town
Sam Hale a man from Virzinda is jailed in West Virginia on a grave charge of premeditated assault on the year old daughter of John Lowe. Hale allegedly warned the girl to remain silent, but she told her parents who alerted authorities and led to his arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Hale
Virzinda
John Lowe
W. Va
Mr. Lowe
Hale
For Sale One Ton Truck in Al Condition
For sale a one ton truck in all condition with new pneumatic tires. Collis and Wagner advertise. Also for sale a well established Main Street business on a good paying location. Write W. T. H. care Star.
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Collis & Wagner
Main St
Care Star
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Amed
Lis City
Fair Grounds
NEW School ‘Trustee
Clarence Miller
New York World
Pullic Sale
the Empire
Ben Turpin
J. E. Barnett
Canton Masons
McKinley Memorial
Market St. M. E
Diggs
Earth
Camp Fire Girls
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