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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1929

Page

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Cadets Stage Delightful Comedy at Staunton Academy

The Blackfriars of Staunton Military Academy staged Putting It Over at Handley Auditorium to an appreciative crowd. Cadet Sergeant G. C. La Gorce led as Tom Browne and Jack Stewart, with Cadet Sergeant H. B. Beadell delivering sharp female impersonations as Mrs Lane Turner. The Centurions orchestra enriched the evening, and Captain J. B. Benson led a strong faculty and cast.

Blackfriars Staunton Military Academy Handley Auditorium G. C. Lar Gorce Tom Browne Jack Stewart H. B. Beadell Lane-Turner Don Lou June Beadell J. B. Benson Faculty of Tome Browne G. C."la Gorce Lane C. G. McDermott Lannon Hi Sheridan Aimee B. W. Ditmore Eva Lou Cadet Corp Carter Torrence S. E. Golian Jane Turner Jule

Market Declines After Reports of Large Wall Street Losses

Reports from New York indicate Wall Street operators faced heavy financial losses amid a market decline. Chrysler and Montgomery Ward dropped to new yearly lows as trading closed irregularly with about 3.4 million shares changing hands.

Associated Press York Wall Street Chrysler Montgomery Ead

Eugene Newsome Elected Rotary President at Dallas Meet

Eugene Newsome of Durham North Carolina was elected president of Rotary International for the coming year at the close of the organization's twenty second annual convention in Dallas Texas. He formerly served as governor of the Virginia North Carolina Rotary district and recently addressed a joint Winchester Martinsburg club meeting.

Associated Press Dallas Texas Eugene Newsome Durham N.C Rotary Newsome

New Bottoms in Grain Market Report

Chicago May 31 grain prices fell with new bottoms posted for all grains. Corn and oats dropped 2 3/8 to 2 3 cents below Wednesday's final quotation while rye for May delivery slid about 8 cents to close around 73 1/2 cents a bushel.

Associated Press Chicago

Final Day For The Tax Returns

Revenue commissioner warns today that this is the final day to file personal property tax returns at City Hall. Officials remind residents to bring required documents and complete filings before the deadline.

Elks Sluggers Edge Powerites In Narrow Win

The Elks Sluggers defeated the Potomac Edison Powers of Hagerstown Maryland by a 5 to 4 score on the diamond yesterday.

Elks Powerites Winches Ge of Potomac Edison Powers Hagerstown

Elmer Griffin Elected President of Winchester Lions Club

H Elmer Griffin longtime painter and decorator is elected president of the Winchester Lions Club for the coming year succeeding Rev Edward T Clark pastor of First Baptist Church. The meeting at Winchester Golf Club also elected T H Sencindiver first vice president T J Orndoff second vice president Kenneth Rush secretary Kenneth Henry treasurer Lyle Herrell lion tamer Leon ard Sirbaugh tail twister and directors Thomas Hiltzheimer and S J Smith.

H. Elmer Griffin Winchester’ Lions Club Edward T. Clark First Baptist Church Griffin Winchester Golf Club Samenu T. H. Sencindiver T. J. Orndoff Kenneth Rush Kenneth Henry Lyle Herrell William H. Brown Leonard Sirbaugh Thomas Hiltzheimer J. Smith Rouss Spring Russell Potts Common Council Staunton Military Academy Rusk Allen Hawthorne Robert R. Shinnick Metropolitan Life Insurance Company

Caborites Score Big Victory in English Election

Virginia Governor Macey Byrd cables warm congratulations to Lady Astor on her power in the British Parliament. London reports Baldwin government defeated as Labor gains threaten majority. Conservatives lead with roughly 268 seats versus Labor's over half of the House. Lloyd George, Baldwin, and McDonald reelected. Churchill also reelected.

Associated Press Macey Byrd Virginia Lady Astor Albemarle County Nancy Eeetai Laborites London Baldwin England Labor Party Suc Dbuty Labor Comate Ats Seca Con- Sone Pr Ss. -I'p Aus Lipierce David Liogti Lloyd Eorge Britain McDonald Bryan Lloyd George David Yd George Wington Churchill

Registration Notice For Kerr Building Entry

Children who expect to enter school at the Kerr Building in September must register at Biot Building on June 3 4 or 5 from 9 to 12 am or 1 to 4 pm. Parents should contact the Oticaice of the Superintendent for details.

Kerr Dutember Ibe Rec Biot M. Parente Durrey

Fragments Describe Dining Room Furnishings in China Street Listing

Readable fragments indicate a catalog style entry for dining room furnishings including leather pieces. The text mentions china and street address 132 East Street and a reference to satin or leather upholsteries and a possible sale or display note.

Growing Interest in State Sunday School Meeting

The Virginia Council of Religious Education announces rising statewide interest in the State Sunday School Convention to be held in Wytheville in June 1921 under the theme Forward Together. Notables including Homer Rodeheaver and Dr. J. N. Hillman will lead, with advance registrations urged for June 2 in Sunday schools across Virginia.

Virginia Council of Religious Education Bridgewater Wytheville J. N. Hillman Emory and Henry College Virginia Homer Rodeheaver B. D. Ackley Charles D. Bulla Robert M. Hopkins Leander S. Keyser D. W. Kurtz Forrest L. Snapp State Council Percy Thomas Disciples’ of Christ C. A. Tucker Virginia Conference Methodist Church T. K. Currie J. J. Fix Presbyterian Church J. J. Scherer, Jr Lutheran Synod of Virginia

Pilot Loryn Crabill Aids Chamberlain in Winchester

Trans Atlantic flyer Clarence Chamberlain forced a landing near Winchester while en route from New York to Indianapolis. Loryn Crabill assisted by guiding the pilot to a telephone and offering hospitality. Chamberlain and three companions shared details of their perilous Blue Ridge crossing before continuing their journey.

Clarence Chamberlain Winchester Holling Field Washington Sainapolis Ind Loryn Crabilly Crabill Mr. Chamberlain Blue Ridge Mountains Naval Aviation Ie Ac Iion Chamberlain E. Byrd Nile Ayer Althougight

Miss Fuller Dies of Tuberculosis at Father's Home

Miss Fuller, 17, daughter of a local broker, died of tuberculosis at her father's home. She is survived by her father and stepmother, formerly Miss Adelaide Hamilton, both residents of this city. The obituary notes relatives in Chester and other details from the local paper.

Father Spe Tulosis Coche Haxbeen Miss Fuller Adelaide Hamilton John Puller Chester

Staunton Cadets Return From Camp At Rouss Spring Park

Staunton Military Academy cadets complete annual training camp at Rouss Spring Park near Staunton Virginia. Col Thomas H Russell and Major Taylor praise results as weather cooperates. Winchester citizens laud cadets for good behavior and possible future invitation to host camp. Medals for marksmanship awarded by Robert Y Conrad Post American Legion. Cadet Captain R K Smith wins silver with top scores among about 600 cadets.

Cadet Corps of Staunton Military Academy Rouss Spring Park Staunton Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Thomas H. Russell Taylor United States Army Winchester John H. Rosenberger Nelson F. Richards Robert Y. Conrad American Legion R. K. Smith Jeanette R. Y. Conrad Post

Local Notes Highlight Community Figures And Visits

Mary Gutter of the area returns home from the Valley Pike while Miss Mary Gutter, daughter of Alston, is mentioned with relatives in Frederick County. S.D. McDonald, a known merchant, has illness and activity changes at his new location. L. Flickinger attends a General Synod meeting as a commissioner from Wiss Woolford and R.N. from Winchester Hospital plans a visit.

Etharles H. Cook Pittsburgh

Woman Slain by Maid in Cleveland Home

Mrs. Othy Snyder, wife of Alonzo T M Snyder, a Cleveland state official, was killed at her home. The attacker, a maid, reportedly stabbed her after an argument. Local authorities investigated the homicide as the maid remained at large.

Associated Press Geveland Ohio Othy Snyder Alonzo M.ef Cleveland Geath Swith Ionn Bryin

Mrs Hoover Attends College Ceremony Arrival

Mrs Herbert Hoover, wife of the President, arrived from Washington to attend the founding ceremony at Ratcliffe College. She was met by a small group at South Station and went directly to Cambridge.

The Associated Press Herbert Cet Arrivd Washipe Ratelitte Nege Hoover South Station Cambridge

Confederate veteran funeral services announced

The body will be brought to the city and funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon in the chapel at Mount Hebron Cemetery conducted by Rev Dan L Flickinger pastor of Den is Reformed Church. Interment to be in the family lot.

Mount.Hebron Dan L. Flickinger Denis Reformed Church

Mrs Hitt Plans Classy Strings for Eastern Turf

Mrs Katherine Elkins Hitt of Homeland Farm Fauquire County plans a western foray to Arlington Park and Belmont contenders for 1929 racing. Her Ed Crump progeny lead a brood with Eternal Lucullite Sun Briar and Bronze Prince among notables trained by Thomas Rodrock.

East Katherine Elkins Hitt Homeland Farm Middleburg Fauquire County D. C. Sands Arlington Park Chicago Arlington Ed Crump Eternal Royal Canopy Brown Prince Thomas Rodrock Hot Teddy Bronze Prince Eterne Damaris Lucullite Sublevado Wecheta Sun Briar Sunvir Marine Valorous Sepoy Chatford Longworth Verdi Crump Hawatha Sunvip Hittir Mmn Westchester Racing Association Belmont Sunvirt&triumphv

Memorial service of Odd Fellows at Hebron Cemetery

Madison Lodge No. 6 Jerim oens Order of Odd Fellows holds Sunday memorial service at Hebron Cemetery. Members meet at 7 oclock at lodge hall, then proceed as a group to place flowers on graves. Rev W L Dudley of the Church of Christ to address attendees.

Odd Fellows Madison _ Lodge Jeromiens Order of Odd Fellows Mount Hebron Flo Church of Christ Thuriding Mountbron

Stonewall Sunday School Convocation Announced

Fragmentary OCR notes announce the sixteenth annual Stonewall Sunday school convocation to be held at a local house on a June date. The fragment references organizers and food service but lacks clear details.

Earg Food Gh

Fresh Meats Daily Dealer con live stock

Fragmentary OCR note mentions a fresh meats daily dealer dealing with live stock. Details are unclear due to garbled text.

Rotary Greetings Reverberate From Winchester Meeting

Admiral L M Nulton sends thanks for Rotary Club telegrams from Winchester. The club heard Dr Emmett C Stuart discuss crippled children work sponsored by Kiwanis and Rotary, noting 200 children examined and 33 hospitalized, with 28 seen at the latest clinic including 13 new Winchester cases.

Emmett C. Stuart Kiwanis Rotary Clubs Stuart Winchester

King George III in good condition after chest abscess

Windsor England May 31 A medical bulletin reports King George III suffering from a chest abscess but in generally good health. Doctors say he will remain in bed yet may conduct public business if needed, and that the illness does not preclude royal duties.

King George Associated Press Windsor Eng George

Grace Lathran Church Sale for Sunday School Fund

Unclear OCR fragment notes a sale at Grace Lathran Church on a June date to benefit the Sunday School building fund. The readable lines reference coffee and a Seer GP Bere age, but details are garbled and no further facts are discernible.

Maartha Grace Lathtran Jone

Candidacy Announcement for Winchester Clerk Post

Clark M. Smith files to run for Clerk of the Corporation Court in Winchester. Announcement states candidacy is for the general election in November.

Corporation Court City of Winchester Clark M. Smith

Orchards Unite to Battle Pistol Case Bearer Pest

An assembling of orchard specialists and fruit growers near Charles Town united with West Virginia Maryland and USDA entomologists to plan joint action against the pistol case bearer, a bagworm pest threatening Higgs orchard and the Shenandoah Valley. State officials and university scientists urged coordinated spraying and eradication steps for the upcoming season.

Higgs Orchard Charles Town West Virginia Maryland United Sttes Department of Agriculture Charley Town Higgs Shenandoah Valley New York J. of. Schneiderhan Wittchester State University Usnes BR di Fromme The Agricultural College Frank B. Robinson Thigeer

Insect Life Habits and Pesticide Plans Noted

A fragmentary report notes limited information on this insect’s life habits. It mentions hatching in July and planned poison applications to control the pest, aiming to reduce its overwintering impact.

White Palace test announces new partner lineup

Fragmentary notice reports changes at a company with Mr. Nick Dillis joining as a former partner. The text is garbled, but key names include Jas Chouderis and a 45-31-1p-2 reference. No clear event or date is readable.

White Palace Nick Dillis Rain Chouderis PBR Ran Ety

Winchester election announcement prayer for voters

Fragmentary notice announces a Democratic nomination date in Winchester with unclear details. It references a local board, voter conduct, and aims to persuade thoughtful voters while avoiding partialities.

Winchester Hesteaary

Ceresota Flour Ad Promotes Quality Bread Mix

An advertisement touts CERESOTA flour for bread and pastry needs, claiming no bleach and superior quality. It urges customers to ask their dealer to supply CERESOTA and to contact Winchester Wholesale Grocery Corp for bran and middlings if unavailable.

Prizy Ceresota Winchester, Wholesale Grocery Corp

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M.A Centurions Orchestra Rotary President Elmer Griffin Lions’ Club Caborites David Lloyd Ee St. China el Loryn* Crabill Pennsylvania Massachusetts Legion Socfal Miss Lughter and Rude Kline Frederick Coun Ritter S.D. McDonald chisBier Sman Ee L. Flickinger Pastong Ferfoon Ipapolige General Synod Reformed Church Wiss Woolford R.N Winchesterial Hospital Wrs. Hoover Billy Hitt W. J. Carter Stonewall Our al Customee Star the Evening Star Lou” Nulton Dr. Stuart Winchester Rotary Club Louie M. Nulton California San Pedro Calif B. F. Roszel Col. Roszel Rotary Club of L. M. Nulton U. 8S. N Brite Moar Garnations Winchester Research Laboratory Jefferson Rey
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