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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1929

Page

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George Washington Hotel Dinner Honors Virginia Hotel Men

The George Washington Hotel hosts a dinner tonight for Virginia and nearby states hotel managers to celebrate the new annex adding 54 bedrooms and boosting capacity to 250. Stockholders will inspect improvements next Tuesday evening with refreshments.

George Washington Hotel Virginia Eugene R. Branch Hotel Corporation North Carolina South Carolina West Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania District of Columbia Piccadilly Street Ue 1 Sehebhey Tor Eiler É UN Nut Tomilson Chair Manufacturing Company High Point N. C Mohawk Mills Philadelphia Hancock and Clay Company Roanoke Tomlinson Company Rome Company Baltimore Long Island City Miller and Anderson Kent Taylor Marcellus Wright Richmond Cutler Salem Machine and Foundry Company Salem George Washington Branch American Hotels, Corporation, of New York Asheville

Heart Ailment Fatal To Mrs A Marker In Winchester

Mrs Frances V Marker widow of Amos Marker dies at home No 41 South Loudoun street in her seventy fifth year from a heart ailment suffered over two years. She was the eldest daughter of John and Mary Whisson and lived in Frederick county near Opequon for 40 years before moving to Winchester seven years ago. Survived by two sons John D Marker and Edwin R Marker of Frederick, one daughter Mrs Stella Henry, one sister Mrs Ashby Graves and three grandchildren Ralph Fay and Mary Gay Marker. Funeral arrangements to be announced tomorrow.

Frances V. Marker Amos Marker Erick County Loudoun Street Marker John and Mary Glaize Whisson Mr. Marker

Byrd Receives Birthday Greetings From Senator Bingham

Senator Bingham of Connecticut sent airwaves greetings to Senator Byrd on Byrd’s birthday. Byrd thanked Bingham for remarks praising aviation progress and expressed appreciation. He sent best wishes to Bingham and cordial greetings to the National Aeronautic Association.

Senator i Connecticut Byrd National Aeronautic Association Bingham National Aeronautic Associaon

Hubert J. Duggan Granted Divorce in London Court

A divorce nisi was granted to Hubert John Duggan son of the late Alfred Duggan of Buenos Aires and the Marchioness Curzon on grounds of misconduct by his wife Joan Dunn whom he married June 26, 1928.

Associated Press London Nisi Hubert John Duggan Alfred Duggan Buenos Aires Curzon Joan Dunn

Lindbergh Heads South From Valley Stream Flight

Lindbergh flew solo from Curtis-Wright Field Valley Stream at 9 30 a m aiming toward lower Manhattan. The route mirrors typical flights from Long Island fields toward Washington as he departed for an unannounced destination.

Associated Press Valley Stream N. Y Charles A. Lindbergh Curtis-Wright Field Lower Manhattan Long Island Fields Washington

Foshay Company Declares Bankrupt In Federal Filing

Minneap olis Minn Nov A voluntary petition of bankruptcy was filed in the Federal District Court by officers of the W B Foshay Company owners with subsidiaries of public utilities steamer lines and other holdings in the United States Canada Alaska and Central America.

The Associated Press Minneapolis, Minn Wass Federal District Court W B. Foshay Company United States Canada Alaska Central America

Parachute Jump And Aerial Stunts At Bowles Field Sunday

A parachute jump and aerial stunts are planned at Bowles Field this Sunday. Details outline demonstration flights and spectator viewing opportunities.

Bowles Field

Corporation Officers and Board Members Listed

The corporation names its officers as Lewis F. Cooper president W A Baker president Dr George Heist secretary H D Fuller treasurer and a list of board members including R Gray Williams J S Haldeman John W Rosenberger E Blair Sheetz Scott Grant Stewart Bell Fred A Robinson Fred L Glaize and William G Hardy All officers serve as board members.

Corporation Lewis F. Cooper W. A. Baker Dr. George Heist H.D. Fuller Easury R. Gray Williams J. S. Haldeman John W. Rosenberger E. Blair Sheetz Scott Grant Stewart Bell Fred. A. Robinson Fred L. Glaize William G. Hardy

Resolution 10 rebuke of Senator Bingham introduced

In Washington a Senate resolution to censure Republican Senator Bingham of Connecticut was introduced by Senator Norris with Senator Fess urging delay. The measure condemns Bingham’s action in placing Charles L. Evanson on the official rolls. Norris indicated he may delay if requested.

Associated Press Washington Bingham Connecticut Senate Norris Nebraska Fess Ohio Charles L. Evanson Committee On the Judiciary Moses New Hampshire

Geo Orndoff Dies After Illness Of Heart Trouble

George Orndoff dies after heart trouble and asthma. Survived by widow and children Frank Fred Walter Wood and Mrs Beulah Oates of Capon Bridge Miss Bernice Orndoff and Charles Orndoff of Gary Indiana Mrs Bessie Brown and William Orndoff of Baltimore and Mrs Nina Mantz of Pittsburgh Pa One sister Mrs Ella Kimble of Elizabeth New Jersey Funeral held today at 10 am services led by Reverends J C Spindler and S J Goode Burial at Timber Ridge Christian Church Cemetery Also notes visitors and relatives from Elk Garden Kenova Romney Monessen and Monessen area.

Frank Fred Walter Wood Beulah Oates Capon Bridge Bernice Orndoff Charles Orndoff Gary Ind Bessie Brown William Orndoff Baltimore Nina Mantz Pittsburgh Ella Kimble Elizabeth N. J J. C. Spindler S. J. Goode Church of Christ Timber Ridge Christian Church H. L. Henry Elk Garden Alice LaFollette Sidney LaFollette Kenova W. Va

Vote for Denny for the Virginia House of Delegates

political advertisement urging Joseph S. Denny of Clarke County to seek re election to the Virginia House of Delegates. It urges support for John Garland Pollard for Governor and a sympathetic legislature to back Pollard's program. The piece promotes Democratic candidates and aligns with the Democratic Executive Committee.

Joseph S. Denny Clarke County Senate House of Delegates John Garland Pollard Virginia Denny Dr. Pollard Joseph Virgnia S. Denny

Vote for Jacob Haldeman for House of Delegates

Political advertisement promotes Jacob Haldeman for the House of Delegates and lists contact details and event references. It also includes a Jersey cow sale notice by Jolliffe near Kernstown Virginia with date November 6 and start time 10 a.m.

Ladies' Aid meeting at First Christian Church

The Ladies' Aid of First Christian Church will meet at 8 o'clock this evening at the home of Mrs. T W Walterg located at 5 North Stewart Street. All members are urged to attend.

Ladies’ Aid of First Christian Church T. W. Walterg North Stewart Street

Loose Talk By the Republican Candidate Editorial

The Virginia editorial criticizes Dr. Brown for making unfounded charges against the Democratic administration. It argues taxes, school funding, and road budgets show restraint, condemns Brown as impractical, and questions his loyalty to Democratic leaders and his alignment with Col. Anderson.

Dr. Brown Union Virginia The Star State of Brown Virginia, We Do Not Have the Concrete Roads Such As Prevail In Other de Finance Berryville Valley Turnpike Atu Col. Anderson Richmond Trinkle Pollard Democratcs

Lindsay Gordon and Jennings Wise to Night in Winchester

Political ad promotes Lindsay Gordon and Jennings Wise speaking at Winchester City Hall at 8 o clock. Also notes a sale of registered Jersey cows by J L Jolliffe, with horses hogs farm implements and feed on November 6 at 10 a.m. Includes Barr Studio display of pictures and frames at Brown & Fisher Window.

Jersey R. S. Jolliffe J. L. Jolliffe Mgr Barr Studio P Brown & Fisher

Hyacinth and Tulip Bulbs Sale At Plaza Cash Grocery

Plaza Cash Grocery advertises first size hyacinth and tulip bulbs for sale with promotional pricing, inviting customers to stock up for planting. The notice highlights bulb varieties and a limited time offer.

Plaza Cash Grocery

Rouss Fire Co meeting Friday November First

Rouss Fire Company will hold a meeting Friday night at 7 30 p m with a social session to follow. All members are asked to see M Lamp president for details.

Clark M Smith for Clerk of Corporation Court ad

Political advertisement urges votes for Clark M Smith for Clerk of Corporation Court and includes endorsements and statements of service. Also mentions James N Moling Fire Co meeting and Sarah Zane Fire Co notices with dates and attendance request.

Clark M. Smith Sarah Zane Fire CO

Sanctuary Established in Shenandoah Mountains for Deer and Game

A 1 000 acre game sanctuary is established in the Shenandoah mountains near the West Virginia line by Game Warden Wade Fawley to replenish deer wild turkeys pheasants and other game. General hunting is banned in the area and bear brain wild cat hunting may be permitted. the rebound follows a five year deer reintroduction from a private deer park.

Shenandoah Mountains Rockingham West Virginia Line Wade Fawley Shenandoah National Forest

T J Plaugher Ready To Rid Orchards Of Mice

The veteran rat router T J Plaugher demonstrates a method claiming to scare mice away from orchards by chants and songs. He presents a health certificate from Dr B R White of Shenandoah County Board of Health confirming his fitness for the work.

T. J. Plaugher Thomas Jefferson Plaugher T. J B. R. White Shenandoah County

Ship Collision Kills Ten Near Port Washington

Nine men and women are believed dead after the ore carrier Marquette collided with the freighter Senator and sank about 20 miles off Port Washington in Lake Michigan. Twenty survivors are reported.

Associated Press Milwaukee Wis Marquette Senator Port Washington Lake Michigan

Fishin Weather Lures President to Rapidan Trip

Ideal Indian summer weather prompted President Hoover to plan a weekend fishing trip to his Rapidan River camp in Virginia. The diary note appears in a national dispatch dated November 1.

Associated Press Washington Hoover Rapidan River Virginia

Russian Airmen Leave Detroit for New York Flight

The Russian plane Land of the Soviets departed Ford Airport Dearborn at 9 10 am for New York, the final stop on its world tour after two days held by bad weather. The crew plans a nonstop flight to New York.

Detroit Mich Ford Airport Dearborn New York

Public Speaking by Gordon and Wise in Winchester

Hon. Lindsay Gordon of Louisa and Hon. Jennings Wise of Richmond will discuss campaign issues at City Hall Auditorium Winchester on Friday Nov 1 at 8 pm. All voters urged to be present.

Lindsay Gordon Louisa Jennings Wise Richmond City Hall Winchester

Red Cross Campaign Opens With $4000 Goal Set

The Winchester Red Cross meeting at First Baptist Church drew a large crowd. Capt James McClintock spoke on Red Cross history and work, praising Judge John Barton Payne, as local leader Rev Robert Nelson outlined community needs. The goal for 1929 is $4000 to continue campaigns and relief work.

Red Cross First Baptist Church Cyril Mee M. D. Mitchell Mu. Mee Roszel James McClintock National Red Cross McClintock John Barton Payne F. M. Reynolds Robert B. Nelson Winchester

Minnesota Man Chosen To Succeed Mrs Willebrandt

G A Youngquist, Minnesota attorney-general, was selected by President Hoover to replace Mable Willebrandt as assistant attorney general in charge of prohibition enforcement. The Minnesotan has argued before the U S Supreme Court and has a strong enforcement record, with administration friends describing him as a firm dry-cause believer.

Associated Press Washington G. A. Youngquist Minnesota Hoover Mable Walker Willebrandt Younsouit Rookston Minn Will Tal Rae Minnesotan

Byrd to Speak at Major Democratic Rally Monday Evening

Governor Harry F. Byrd will be the principal speaker at a large Democratic rally Monday night November 4 in the Colonial Theatre. The event tops a statewide campaign effort now nearing its close with Byrd scheduled to begin at 7 50 o clock after a 7 30 start to allow county residents to return home early. All residents are invited to attend with emphasis on women participation.

Harry F. Byrd Democratic Committee Byrd Colonial Theatre

Sentencing of Pantages Put Off

The sentencing of Alexander Pantages, convicted of a statutory offense against Eunice Pringle, was delayed automatically by a motion for a new trial. Superior Judge Charles Fricke set November 9 for hearing arguments.

Los Angeles Cal Alexander Pantages Eunice Pringle Charles Fricke

Public auction of household furniture at 103 W Hart Street

Public sale of household furniture to be held Saturday November 2 at 2 p m at 103 West Hart Street. Includes multiple pieces in usable condition. Auction conducted by local authorities.

W. Hart Street

Fall Sentenced to Jail and Fine in Doheny Bribe Case

Albert B. Fall former cabinet officer was sentenced to one year in jail and fined 100000 for receiving a 100000 bribe from Edward Doheny. A bond pending appeal was granted. Justice Hitz noted suspended sentence and potential further punishment if sentence were suspended.

Associated Press Washington Albert B. Fall Cabnet Justice Hitz Columbia Supreme Co Fall Edward Doheny Nient Hitz Sen Rae Roan Eee

Winchester Gun Club Announces Upcoming Practice Shoot

The Winchester Gun Club invites all interested in trapshooting to a practice session tomorrow afternoon at o clock. The local club aims to host matches with Timber club teams and revive rifle teams. Last practice scores: E C Gone 47 of 50, Shirley 47 of 50, Taylor 37 of 50, Tin 36 of 50, Seabright 47 of 50, Ohert 36 of 50, Grim 18 of 25.

Winchester Gun Club T ‘Ory Sirbaugh E. C. Gone Ae Shirley Taylor Tin Seabright Ohert Grim

Clinic For the Cripples To Be Held Saturday

A second clinic for crippled or deformed people will be at the District Nurse Association office near the Court House on Saturday November 2. Dr Allen Voshell of the University of Virginia Hospital will lead, assisted by nurses Josephine, Arthur and Evelyn Dean. The event runs 9:30 to 11:00 and 2:00 to 3:30, inviting all in need with emphasis on youth attendance, sponsored by Winchester Kiwanis and Rotary clubs.

District Nurse Association Court House Allen Voshell University of Ginia Hospital Coapiotsquilna Josephine Arthur Evelyn Dean Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs” of Winchester

Also Mentioned on This Page

A. Marker Frederick County Senator Bingham Hubert J. Dugan Lindbergh Foshay Company Geo. Orndoff Jacob Haldeman L. L. Hockman Phone Jolliffe Kernstown Ladies’ Aid Winchester City Hall Rouss Fire CO James N. Moling H. L Jack”) Bowers APPLE Willebrandt Gun Club Grounds Chrysanthemums C. B. Smalts National Ave
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