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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1924

Page

6

Church Court Rules Itself Competent In Case

A church court moved swiftly through evidence and plea, finding itself competent to hear the case. William Montgomery faces charges as the court proceeds, with a not guilty plea noted and a ruling announced by Bishop John.

Charles Co. Dibble Michurch William Montgomery Boar John

Presbyterians oppose prize boxing match in Indiana effort

Grand Rapids May 28 The Indiana governor will use full authority to stop the ribbons Carpentier boxing match scheduled in Michigan City. The move comes after a resolution adopted unanimously at today’s Presbyterian general assembly session.

Associated Press Grand Rapids, Mich Indiana Michigan City Presbyterian General Assembly

Plate marks in Great Britain and their four kinds

Plate marks or ball marks indicate legal impressions on water cases jewelry gold and silver plate. In Great Britain marks are optional with exceptions. The four kinds are standard or quality mark the assay office mark the date mark and the maker private mark.

Great Britain

Naval Bill Seeks 6-5-4 Navy Upgrade At $111 Million

The bill aims to raise the American navy to a 6-5-4 ratio with new expenditures of at least 111 million dollars. Of this, 88 million would fund vessel construction and 18 million cover oil burner conversions and alterations. Six gunboats for Chinese waters would cost 700 thousand each as the naval committee urges quick action amid Secretary Wilbur's claim of U.S. strength at a 5-4-3 ratio.

Tide House Naval Committee

Kremer Visits Handley High School Alumnus Recall

Kremer of the Congress of Washington arrives for a vacation visit on a several days trip. He stops at the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Kremer on South Kent Street and recalls his time as commanding officer of the Handley High School drill team.

Remember This Mercy Rule for Judgment

The saying notes that those who are most generous in judging others are often the fewest faults themselves and urges personal humility. It frames judgment as a balance between mercy and self restraint.

Opening Yellowstone Park Celebration Document Issued

Utah Governor Charles R. Mabey released a large official proclamation announcing Utah’s observance of the opening of Yellowstone National Park. The catalog of ceremonial stationery accompanies the declaration detailing the regional celebration planned by state officials.

Yellowstone Park

Milk Power Demonstrated by Chicago Health Chief

Health Commissioner Bundesen of Chicago recently powered a locomotive pulling a long train of milk powder bricks instead of coal. A lecturer on milk energy spoke as the fire was fed, the crew shown in the locomotive cab amid the demonstration.

Chicago Bundesen

Man's Braid Heavier in Brain Weight Study

A report notes male brains are heavier than female brains on average. It estimates adult male brain weight at 49 to 50 ounces and female at 43 to 45 ounces among whites of Europe and America, with all central nervous system parts heavier in males.

Europe America

Battle of the Thirty Between Bretons and English Men

In 1351 between Josselin and Ploermel France the Battle of the Thirty saw 80 Bretons clash with 30 Englishmen led by Jean de Beaumanoir and Bemborough The English were defeated in the encounter, a famed medieval clash.

Jean de Beaumanoir Bemborough Josselin Ploermel France

Public Sale Of Desirable County Lands In Virginia

Public sale of two Frederick county parcels in Middletown near Buckton road to settle a November 1920 deed of trust by Charles H Bursey and wife. Parcels include 17 1/4 acres with dwelling and 12 acres near Sperry and Ludwig's lane. Sale Saturday June 14 1924 at noon in Winchester courthouse front. Terms: one third cash. balance in 1 and 2 years with two notes, 6 percent interest, homestead waiver, deed of trust, and insurance. Indebtedness secured with interest from Oct 23, 1923. 5-14-4wks

Charles H. Bursey Frederick County Virginia County Court House Winchester Middletown Buckton Road John S. Sperry Sperry Ludwig’s

Public Sale of Farm in Frederick County Virginia

Public auction to the highest bidder at noon on Saturday May 31 1924 in Winchester Virginia for a 179 acre farm with dwelling barn and outbuildings along Babb's Run near DeHaven. One third cash on sale day with balance in two equalpayments over two years secured by a deed of trust and mortgage insurance.

Charles H. Bursey Frederick County Virginia Winchester Babb James P. Reardon

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