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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1936

Page

1

Uproarious Welcome for Roosevelt Returns Home

President Roosevelt arrives in Washington after a landslide election win amid an uproarious crowd at Union Station and along Pennsylvania Avenue. Major crowds, eleven bands, and a brief address marked a victorious homecoming with plans for future travel and possibly a cruise to Buenos Aires for the Pan America peace conference.

D. Harold Oliver Washington Roosevelt Pennsylvania Avenue Mr. Roosevelt Buenos Aires Union Station Ernest W. Brown Washington White House

Toronto Baby Derby Raises Publicity Stir and Legal Questions

The Toronto Baby Derby drew wide press attention as Charles Vance Millar’s will fuels debate over a possible joker clause and relatives seek to contest the will. Contestants, some living on charity, risk losing the fortune if disputes unfold, described by Dr. Dafoe as disgusting and driven by notoriety.

Louisville Aintree Newmarket Eng Toronto Charles Vance Millar

Stroke Fatal To F. Boxwell

Mrs. Albert L. Baker and Mrs. Eugene Branch left for Plainfield New Jersey after word of the death of their brother in law Frank Boxwell 66 a Clarke county native who died at his home after months of illness from a stroke The funeral will be held in Plainfield at 2 PM with interment there He was born on the Rosemont estate near Berryville and trained horses for Jesse Tyson He is survived by his widow formerly Miss Nannie McDonald three sons Maynard Granville and Stephen Boxwell a daughter Mrs Homer Beachley and his son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Charles W Morrison in Martinsburg W Va Mrs Morrison also went to Plainfield to attend the funeral.

Albert L. Baker Eugene Branch Plainfield N. J Frank Boxwell Clarke County Boxwell Charles H Eliza Boxwell Rosemont Berryville Jesse Tyson Baltimore Sportsman Mr. Boxwell Mr. Tyson Nannie McDonald Maynard, Granville Stephen Boxwell Homer Beachley Hagerstown S. D. McDonald Winchester Charles W. Morrison Martinsburg W. Va

Workers To Be Listed Nov 16 For Pensions

The Social Security Board announced that registration for old age pension accounts will begin November 16 with 45,000 post offices distributing the employer identification form. Employers report worker counts and employees start receiving the social security account number form on November 24.

Washington Security Board

Five Murderers Are Put To Death For Their Crimes

New Westminster British Columbia reports three condemned murderers hanged at Oakalla jail for the murder of F H Gisbourne a Canford reserve employee in May 1934. Charles Russell was hanged for a Vancouver bank teller killing last January. Grenada Mississippi reports two black men Hemphill and Jones executed for slaying two white overseers.

New Westminster B. C Oakalla Richardson and Enegas George F. H. Gisbourne Dominion Indian Department Canford Reserve Merrit Charles Russell Vancouver

Roosevelt Admits Bad Guess on Election Outcome

President Roosevelt, after a landslide 523 to 8 in favor of his party, said his last forecast underestimates his electoral vote by 163. He had made several prior guesses and apologized for the poor accuracy while noting his best forecast came in the final one.

Washington Roosevelt Landon Quebec A. M

Murray Predicts Advance For All Workers In Steel

Pittsburgh dispatch reports Carnegie-Illinois Steel raises McKeesport daily pay by five and a half cents and outlines expected gains at other mills. Philip Murray forecasts a 10 percent wage rise for nearly all steel workers within two weeks, with notices likely before November 16 amid ongoing talks deemed merely subterfuge by officials.

Murray Pittsburgh Carnegie-Illinois Steel Corporation McKeesport Corporation Bethlehem Steel Corporation New York Carnegie-Illinois Columbia Steel Company United States Steel Corporation Ary Pacific Coast Murray Pittsburgh Philip Murray Steel Organization Drive

Blum Confidence Vote Calms French Senate Turmoil

After hours of stormy debate the French Senate backed Premier Leon Blum's government. The chamber sought to curb Naval Arsenals demonstrations as tensions rose over alleged leftist propaganda. A rancorous exchange featured chants and clenched fists at Brest and Cherbourg.

Paris Senate Leon Blum Sang “Internationale Jacques Louis Dumesnil Brest Cherbourg Francois Blanche Blum Blanche

Seed Show in January at Marion Virginia

Frederick county farmers are urged to enter the State Seed Show at Marion Virginia on January 21. Extension workers ask for wheat oats rye and barley entries and note prize money as an incentive. County Agent I Freda Stine will provide details as the preliminary premium lists go out.

Frederick County Marion I. Freda Stine

German Red Put To Death

Hamburg authorities announced the execution of Edgar Andre former district leader of the Communist red front fighters He was convicted last July 10 on charges of murder treason attempted murder and inciting violence related to Nazi Communist clashes The death sentence was carried out today in Hamburg

Hamburg Germany Edgar Andre Red Front

Best grades and contacts on E Baker Street listing

Braith waite and Hershberger on E Baker Street between Kent and Market provide best grades or tutoring contacts. Phone number 728 appears in the listing with the street address. The entry date or code 11-6-1p-11 is noted.

Braithwaite Hershberger E. Baker St Kent Market

Public Sale of Residence and Household Goods at 126 West Cork St

Public auction of the late John H. Seal's residence at 126 West Cork St in front of Court House tomorrow Saturday at 12 noon. At 2 p.m. auction of household furnishings including Russell Adams chairs brass and irons books chinaware gas stove upright piano painter's ladders paper trimmer. Dunn & Duvall, Auctioneers. J M Pishpaw, Agent. Sale adv on Page 5 Section 2.

West Cork St John H. Seal Court House Russell & Adams W. Cork

Mexican Oil Strike Feared

Mexico's oil industry, largely foreign controlled, faced a threatened general strike after about 100 demands were submitted to several producing companies by the powerful oil syndicate. If not answered satisfactorily within 15 days, union leaders warned, 16 000 workers could be called out.

Mexico City Mexico

Coats and Sweaters Showcased by Moling and Cather

Moling and Cather present a display of coats sweaters skirts and snuggies suited for cool days. The collection highlights versatile warm wear with practical fabrics and classic styles.

Moling & Cather

Football Dr James Health Club at Hagerstown Clash

Football game at Winchester Park scheduled for Sunday at 2 30 featuring Dr James Health Club and Hagerstown. Match set for November 8 with a current record of 11 6 1 p 2t.

Dr. James Health Club Hagerstown Winchester Park

Hodgeson & Brown Jewelers Xmas Layaway Plan

A Christmas layaway offer from Hodgson and Brown Jewelers in Winchester Virginia invites customers to place a small deposit to reserve any article. Prospective buyers are urged to select now for first choice.

Hodgson & Brown Jewelers Winchester

Brooks' Pharmacy Rexall IC Sale Announcement

Rexall IC sale ongoing at Brooks' Pharmacy with bargains and super values. Sale continues through Saturday November 7th.

Rexall Ic Brooks’ Pharmacy

Special Attention Advertisers and Subscribers

The Star will be issued next Wednesday November 11 Armistice Day in the morning instead of the afternoon All advertising for this edition must be in our hands by 4 PM Tuesday November 10 The Evening Star.

Public auction of shares and hotel at noon tomorrow

Chuck and Rays offers 3 shares C S Bank 10 shares Union Bank 4 shares G W Hotel at front of Court House at 12 o clock noon tomorrow November 7 Dunn and Duvall Aucts

C. & S. Bank Union Bank G. W Court House Dunn & Duvall

Rouss Fire Co. Notices November Meeting

The Charley Rouss Fire Company will hold its regular monthly meeting Friday evening November 6 at 8 oclock. All members are urged to attend. M D Weaver President.

Chicken Oyster Supper at Latonia M E Church

A notice announces a chicken oyster supper hosted by the Ever Ready Class of the Lat Stephens City M E Church on Friday evening November 7. Proceeds support church activities.

M. E. Church Stephens City

Court weighs claims in famous Millar will contest

In Toronto, Justice Middleton paused ruling on clause 9 of the Millar will as 18 mothers and government representatives argued how the fortune for the “most pro mother” should be distributed. Mrs. Elvira Mastrocucci testified she is mother of nine, while Mrs. Lillian Kenny claimed eleven children, smiling in court as her case proceeds.

Toronto Ont Justice Middleton Millar Ontario Supreme Court Elvira Mastrocucci W. N. Tilley

Half Million Hunters Open Pennsylvania Season

Harrisburg reports 500000 hunters joined the opening of the state hunting season. The 18 day period runs until November 26 excluding Sundays. The wildlife commission urged restraint on rabbits and quail due to harsh winter blizzards.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania

Italian and British to Sign Trade Accord in Rome

Count Galeazzo Ciano and Sir Eric Drummond will sign a commercial accord in Rome restoring Anglo Italian economic relations broken by sanctions. The move marks a step toward normalizing trade between the two nations after recent tensions.

Rome Galleazzo Ciano Eric Drummond Italy

Bombing Protest and Hostage Relief Efforts

Great Britain urged the Burgos Junta to limit bombings to military targets in a gentle but firm démarche through Marquis Alfonso Merry Del Val in Hendaye. Madrid denied imminent fall as efforts to free hostages failed, while Marcel Junod secured partial releases of Basque women and children from San Sebastian prisons aboard the Exmouth to Bilbao.

Alfonso Merry del Val Hendaye France Madrid G. A. D. Oglivie-Forbes Marcel Junod Red Cross Spain San Sebastian Bilbao Exmouth

Winchester Red Cross Roll Call Opens November 12

The Winchester Frederick Chapter of the Red Cross will begin its Roll Call November 12 and run through November 26. Helen Wright, executive secretary, said a first one dollar membership was received from an unnamed salesman. The drive aims to recruit 1,500 members, higher than last year, with a Roll Call luncheon launching the effort.

Winchester Frederick The Red Cross Helen Wright

Five Perish As Flames Devour Frame House

Cambridge Ohio reports five people died in an early morning fire that consumed a frame home. Victims included George Sayre 65 Myrtle Fife Wiley 18 and her children Betty 4 Robert about 1 Myrtle Fife 18 sister of Mrs Wiley and Mrs Wiley shielded the infant as smoke and flames trapped them during sleep.

Cambridge George Sayre Mary Fife Wiley Betty Robert Myrtle Fife

Big Bill Loses In Shanghai Exhibition Tennis Match

Ells worth Vines defeated William Big Bill Tilden 6 2, 8 6, 4 6, 6 1 in Shanghai before Tilden departs for Manila.

Shanghai Ellsworth Vines William Big Bill) Tilden Manila

Terrific Artillery Duel Angers City Near Principal Hub

A fierce artillery duel west and south of the nation’s principal city shakes buildings and shatters windows, drawing reports of widespread damage and fear among residents. No injuries confirmed as authorities assess casualty figures and secure affected blocks.

Madrid recaptured Navalcarnero as war reports rise

A Madrid dispatch quotes the Spanish War Ministry saying Navalcarnero has been recaptured behind fascist lines 18 miles southwest of Madrid. Lisbon reports unconfirmed civil guard revolts and clashes with militiamen in Madrid, starting in Casa de Campo with white flags seen on the outskirts.

Paris Madrid Navalcarnero Lisbon Portugal Diario Noticias

Madrid Fights Grow With Battle Widening Around Carabanchel

Madrid reports show last ditch militia defending Carabanchel against fascist assault as government forces and insurgents clash near the capital. Dense artillery exchanges shake the city while air war continues with planes from both sides patrolling Castellana Boulevard and surrounding districts.

Madrid Carabanchel Castellana Boulevard Hippodrome Alacala de Henares Leganes Cuatro Vienes Alcorcora Page Nine

Winchester Bowlers Break World Record at Martinsburg

The Winchester Health Center bowling team set a world team game record with a 744 score, surpassing the former 736 by Occapnal Hotel of Washington. Jack Zimmerman led with 200 as part of a five game series against Martinsburg Palace Five, with several teammates posting solid counts. Zimmerman also neared the single game world mark of 202 by Louis Catelli. overall totals for the Winchester squad were 644 for Zimmerman and 579 for White. The event followed National Duckpin Congress rules under Floyd Thomas as foul caller, and the score sheet will be sent to Washington to正式 challenge the existing record.

Winchester Health Center Owling Martinsburg Occapnal Washington Palace Zimmerman Louis Catelli Providence R. I Brunswick Pawtucket White Winchester Duvall Ressegui Showalter Resseguie Floyd Thomas L. B. Resseguie C. Caskey Ortinebene Martinsbure

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