05 Nov 1935
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1935
Page
1
Five lives are lost in the Miami area as damage from the hurricane prompts rapid repairs across southern Florida. Officials estimate losses exceed 1.5 million dollars amid a beaching of vessels and naval assistance offshore near Miami Beach.
Reports from the Red Cross say yesterday's hurricane was less deadly than the Labor Day storm. The Saranac cutter stood by a Bull Line freighter aground off East Miami Beach while ships and crews assisted. Plans note resumed air service and damage surveys across Miami, with vessels and facilities severely affected.
The article notes a blessed Shenandoah Valley climate with few disasters compared to regions hit by hurricanes and earthquakes. It reflects on the Southeast's recent storms and earthquakes elsewhere and urges appreciation of local stability.
Eggs for November delivery closed at 23 1 4 cents a dozen, down 3 8 cents from Saturday, amid heavy shipments and rising stocks. Potatoes reached a 1935 peak as traders noted abundant supply.
In Winchester city early voting was light with 193 ballots at 2 pm out of an estimated 2,350 eligible voters. Reuss precinct led with 71 ballots while Sarah Zane had 46 Friendship 43 and City Hall 33. County voting was heavier with several contests noted. In Back Creek district a tight race formed for the Board of Supervisors with Democrat C M Rosenberger opposed by Republican Noel C Williams. Other races include James D Price against E Blackburn Moore for the House of Delegates and Brumback and Gold facing opposition in their districts.
Mrs. 8. V. Lewin invites friends patrons and the public to visit the Carnation Beauty Shop at No. 7 West Piccadilly Street Friday evening to see a new Rollo machineless permanent waver. The device promises cool gentle comfortable curling with no scalp strain and allows tight medium or loose curls for lasting results.
Free dancing event at the Blue Moon on Martinsburg Pike features orchestra music tonight. Dance starts at 8 with live tunes from the house orchestra continuing into the late evening.
Local Red Cross officials announce the annual drive will not start until Tuesday November 12 following a Rally luncheon at the Lutheran Church Social Hall. A state and national impact summary shows 3 disasters logged in Virginia during 1934 35 and 41 381 public health visits with 87 019 members.
Mrs. R. T. Bryarly directs local fund raising for the Children’s Home Society of Virginia and appeals for swift contributions. She aims to complete the drive this week before the Red Cross roll call, noting partial reports and several missed contacts. The goal covers Winchester and Frederick County with a need for substantially more funds.
The District Nurse Association will hold a cripple examination clinic at its office by the courthouse on Saturday November 9. Dr Robert V Funsten will lead the orthopaedic team from University Hospital. Examinations run 9 to 12 and 1 30 to 3 30. Children and youths are invited for expert advice on deformities.
Auction notice states sale Saturday November 9 at 12 Noon at the Court House. It lists 8 shares of National Fruit Product Company preferred red 7% and 2 bonds of 1 000 000 dollars each from Fred L. Glaize Takoma Park. First ag ee 6% Bonds due March. Dunn and Duvall Aucts.
Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister MacKenzie King is expected to arrive in Washington on November 7 to confer with President Roosevelt and State Department officials on a reciprocal trade agreement.
Kentucky ballots opened under cold, rainy weather amid a bitter Democratic split. Breathitt county reports a precinct impasse due to rival Democratic challengers and inspectors, halting voting briefly in one area.
Mexico City reports Silvano Barba Gonzalez secretary of the interior declares that Catholics unjustly appeal for freedom of conscience while the Roman Catholic clergy oppose such freedom as against its dogma. He writes in the president’s name replying to bishops seeking changes to laws on religious worship and socialist education. The government denies restoring church property rights or religious instruction.
Four persons died when a French postal plane crashed at Adaya Beach between Bania and Aracaju. Air France announced the loss today.
Roanoke reports two bandits in fake police outfits robed Earl Wyatt a Chattanooga Tennessee truck driver of 86 dollars near Roanoke as he headed to Staunton to fetch apples. One man held a revolver while the other took the money then they fled in a light coach.
A wintry storm across Minnesota and the Northwest caused three indirect traffic deaths as snow and ice covered the region. Lakes in southern Minnesota froze for the first time this season while North Dakota recorded 16 below zero in Minot.
Police planned nationwide circulation of the missing 15 year old Alva Carmen Thurring after she left home for school on October 29. Her parents urged officers to locate her, while authorities pursued leads.
A man boarded a Western Maryland locomotive at Hillen station, slugged engineer Frank D. Skinher, and pulled the throttle wide open. The engine and six empty cars ran off the track into a shed. eight railroad workers and ten officers later subdued him at the police station. The assailant's identity and origin were unclear, with officers noting a Westminster connection.
Harrisonburg is urged by the Historic Committee to unite east and west sides for a broad program publicizing Shenandoah Valley battlefields shrines and natural wonders. The proposal calls on the Shenandoah Valley Incorporated board to adopt the plan at its November 7 meeting and seeks support from regional interests.
In Thomasville North Carolina a heavy truck crashed into the rear of a school bus carrying about 50 children on Highway 10 injuring six people, none seriously. Authorities investigated the crash and reported the accident occurred today.
The Earl of Chesterfield died in Bournemouth England at age 80 Born Henry Athole Scudamore-Stanhope he became the eleventh Earl succeeding his brother who died in 1933 The notice notes unrelated local items including pepper price and a lost glove with contact details.
The government invites bids on rouge, eyebrow pencils, cold cream and powder puffs to supply needy actors and actresses in plays at CCC Camps and community centers as announced by WPA officials.
Miss Elizabeth Farrar announced an all day 4 H leaders meeting on November 7 in the county, with sessions for women in the morning and a joint men and women session at 2 15 pm to discuss club programs, growth work, and projects for boys and girls. County School Superintendent Leslie D. Kline will address Understanding the Boy and Girl of Club Age.
Workmen rebuild the interior of 40 42 South Loudoun street, recently bought by Herman Hable from William Zirkle. The lower floor will host a general merchandise store with a 30 by 85 foot room. the second floor becomes three apartments. About 25 workers will be employed for two months.
In Eritrea the Italian high command delays the Makale advance to allow roads to dry. Gen Pirzio Biroli's native troops push through tougher terrain while three columns prepare to converge on Agula, 18 miles from Makale. Degiac Gugsa's corps seeks to enter Makale first, likely November 7, via established guard policy.
World news brief reports four freight cars toppled from track into the Monocacy river at Frederick Maryland last night. Other items note a Miami hurricane loss around 1.5 million dollars and a gangland killing near Monticello New York. GM to raise dividend 50 cents. six hurt in a school bus crash in Thomasville North Carolina. Eritrean front lines stall as Italian columns pause. Paris to Rio plane crash claims four lives.
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