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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1932

Page

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Veterans Gather for Armistice Anniversary in Winchester

War veterans from Winchester and nearby areas honor the armistice signing with a morning church service at Christ Church, a joint parade, a George Washington Hotel rally dinner, a Handley Stadium football game, and an auxiliary bazaar supper and sale. The American Legion Auxiliary and Veterans of Foreign Wars sponsor events. poppies fund veterans hospitals. a rain delay shifted plans to a veterans’ lunch and parade at North Loudoun Street.

Winchester Celebra France Handley Library American Legion Auxiliary Seioki American Tezion George Washington Handleytadium Veterans of Foreign Wars North Loudoun Street Winchester Fair Grounds Veterans North Loudoun Street Fair Grounds Christ Church Christ Episcopal Church Winchester Ministerial Association Luther Thomas Grace Lutheran Church The Ministerial Association E. A. Lambert Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South Thomas. Lesson W. M. Brashears Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church Frank T. McFaden Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church E. T. Clark First Bap Church Collosians S. L Flickinger Centenary Reformed Church W. Nelson Page J. P. Hayley

Curb Market Moves to Cameron Street Location

The curb market date remains Saturday with a new venue at 19 S. Cameron St. Hours are 9 to 2 30. The schedule shows three time blocks from 9 to 1 and 3. attendees and vendors should note the updated address and hours.

S. Cameron St Cameron Street

Washington Film Shown to D A R Guests and Pupils

Handley School auditorium hosted about 1450 pupils to view the film His Life and Times of George Washington presented for Fort Loudoun Chapter D A R with additional screenings for county and Berryville students. Washingtons life from Ferry Farm to Mount Vernon and his presidency were depicted, with remarks on Washington monuments and character. The program included remarks by Mrs Katherine Glass Greene, a theater introduction, and a musical afterglow at Mrs John W Rosenberger home.

Fort Loudouii Washington Handley School County Sch Berryville Ferry Farm Mount Vernon United States Katherine Glass Greene George Washington Washington State Mount Washington Washington, D. C Quarles Handley Schools Frank Horton Shenandoahe Fort Loudoun Woodstock John W. Rosenberger Madeline Whitlock

Senator Cather Is Thanked By Party Chairman

State Senator T. Russell Cather, Democratic campaign manager for Winchester, received a telegram from James A. Farley, national campaign committee chairman, thanking him and his organization for their efforts on election night. Farley credited the nationwide returns and expressed gratitude for the work done by Cather and his team.

Cather T. Russell Cather Winchester James A. Farley National Campaign Committee New York United States

New Congresswoman Papershell Pecans

Pure food store listing with details unreadable. no clear person or action identified.

LDD Pure Food

Winchester canvass confirms Roosevelt victory in city vote

City Hall officials sworn in to forward official results to Richmond. Roosevelt Garner ticket led in Winchester with 1,179 votes, Hoover 698, Upshawn 20, Thomas 13. Congress at large totals listed for Virginia ticket, with numerous votes reported per candidate and several write ins.

Winchester Secretary of the Commonwealth Peter Saunders Richmond Franklin D. Roosevelt New York John Nance Garner Herbert Hoover William D. Upshaw Norman Thomas Upshawn Thomas Virginia Bland Darden Montague Drewry Burch Woodrum Robertson Smith Flannagan Wise Lankford Scott McWane Garber Chase Berkeley Brown Gordon Royal Dawson Ansell Dunning George Norris Spaulding J. of Shatter Fr. W. Anderson Sat Coe Don Mer Evilliam O. i

Woodmen Attend Funeral for C Ward Carper

Hickory Camp No 34 Woodmen of the World asks members to attend the funeral of C Ward Carper at 2 p.m. Saturday after noon hall opens 1.30 p.m. The camp notes among its elders a loss after more than six hundred members historic in service. Also reports the death of W A Fraser of Omaha Nebr in Geneva Switzerland with health travel. J E Patterson, vicepresident, is expected to succeed him as president.

C. Ward Carper Hickory Camp W A. Fraser Omaha Nebr Geneva Switzerland J. E. Patterson

First Aid Squad Meeting Planned by Two Fire Companies

The first aid squads of Sarah Zane and Friendship Fire Companies will gather in Friendship Hall on Monday evening, November 14, at 7 30 to organize the squad and plan winter classes. All members are requested to attend.

Sarah Zane and Friendship Fire Companies Friendship Hall

Stores Closed Across Town In Unspecified Shutdown

A list of several local shops and brands including Montgomery Ward Winchester Furniture Co Nave's Style Shop Woolworths Newberry's J C Penny Co Wonder's Dept Store and others appears to have closed for the day. The notice names numerous merchants from apparel to hardware and printing in Winchester with a final entry Ip-11 indicating incomplete details.

Montgomery Ward and Co Winchester Furniture Co Nave McCroy’s. Woolworths Newberry's Hodgson and Brown Winchester Star F. Feinberg Bell Clothes M. B. Clowe Hamman’s Dollar J. C. Penny Co Miller and Massey F. S. Emmert Son and Co Miller Hardware Keller’s Hardware Wonder’s National H. J. Mowery, Jeweler

Funeral Rites Held For Mrs L Fox Widow Of Rev Lafayette Fox

Mrs L Fox widow of Rev Lafayette Fox died at her Front Royal home after a life in Shenandoah and Warren counties. She leaves daughters Miss A Fox Miss Eula M Fox and Mrs H F Stipe and sons Oden M Fox and Hugh Fox, with several relatives across Virginia and New York. The funeral was set for 11 AM at her Front Royal residence with pallbearers named W H Stoneburner Charles L Melton M C Vint H C Coe R E Herr and C C Proctor.

L. Fox Lafayette Fox Front Royal Lantz’s Mill Shenandoah County Winchester Frederick Baltimore Methodist Episcopal Church South Browntown Stafford Court House A. Fox Warren County Eula M. Fox Rowland Fox Front W. H. Stoneburner Chas. L. Melton M. C Vint H. C. Coe R. E. Herr C. C. Proctor

Dr Van Deusen Opens Winchester Dental Office

Dr. Orville Van Deusen of Front Royal has opened a dental office at 108 North Braddock Street with Dr. John McKee. Van Deusen will continue Front Royal practice and work at Winchester on Thursdays 9 to 5 and Saturdays 9 to 12 or by appointment. Dr. McKee specializes in children's ailments.

Orville van Deusen Front Royal North Braddock Street John McKee van Deusen Winchester McKee

Semi-Pro Football Alights Cumberland in Armistice Day Game

The Winchester Semi-Pros meet the Cumberland Collegians at Handley Field this afternoon at 2 30. Players include Winchester stars Haymaker Ritter Green F Ritter Fansler Braithwaite Hillyard Campbell Anderson Cather and Collegians Sapp Crowe Brinkham Sarver Becker Fleckenstein Grant Belfoure Brown Coleman Nyd er Martin Insogna O Neill.

Winchester Cumberland Collegians Handley Field Haymaker Ritte Green F. Ritter Fansler Braithwaite Hillyard Campbell Anderson Cather Nyder Martin Insogna O'Neill

Clarke County Democrats Plan Victory Parade Tonight

Clarke county Democrats announce a Victory Parade through Berryville streets to celebrate the nationwide party victory. The event includes general merrymaking and is open to all residents.

Clarke County Democrats Berryville

Clerks Offices Closed in Frederick County and Winchester

Frederick County and City of Winchester clerk offices will be closed today. Statement issued by clerks C C Brannon and Clark M Smith.

Frederick County City of Winchester C.C. Brannon Clark M. Smith

Carillon Echoes from Heroes in the Night Sky

A wartime poem by Louisa M. Green honors fallen servicemen and echoes their heroism. The American Legion Auxiliary credits Mrs. Melvin Green for verses inspired by the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond.

American Legion Auxiliary Melvin Green Virginia War Memorial Richmond

Canvass Confirms Frederick County Presidential Vote Totals

Frederick county officials completed the general election canvass showing Franklin D. Roosevelt with 1536 votes and Garner with 1628. Hoover tallied 456 and Curtis 457. Congressional at large results list Bland 1527, Darden 1525, Montague 1531, Drewery 1523, and others, with smaller counts for several candidates.

Frederick County Virginia Franklin D. Roosevelt Congressman Garner Hoover Curtis Roosevelt O . Upshaw Norman Thomas Bland Darden Montague Drewery Burch Woodrum Robertson Smith Flannagan Wise Lankford Scott Mce- Wane Garber Chase Berkeley Brown Gordon Royal Dawson Ansell Dunning George Norris Spaulding Bowman

Transfers Of City Real Estate Names Parties And Prices

The list records recent real estate transfers admitted to the Recorder in Winchester. Transactions include parcels on Parkway avenue South Loudoun Street Leicester and Gerrard streets with nominal or specified consideration amounts such as 1325 12000 1700 1000 and 3000 to various grantees including S Lee Grant Anna Belle Jennings Handley Board of Trustees Shenandoah Valley National Bank Margaret E Athey and Matthew H Ebersole.

S. Lee Grant Potomac Seventh Day Adventist Church Parkway Avenue Anna Belle Jennings Harry Lamp South Loudoun Street Herbert S. Larrick Handley Board of Trustees Leicester Washington Streets Shenandoah Valley National Bank West Leicester Street May B. Griffin Als Margaret E. Athey Winchester William M. Richards Dayton T. O’rear Loudoun Manor G. W. Riley Hoye L Riley Loudoun Gerrard Streets J. T. Williams Matthew H Ebersole South Cameron

European polish shines through in travelers’ praise

A remark on how European polish stands out in travel culture with travelers noting a refined touch not seen in American habits. The line compares cross continental standards and highlights a distinctive, praised smoothness in European arts and manners.

Thirty Dollars or Thirty Days: a Money Row

A historical note quoting a jail or debt dispute where the phrase Thirty dollars or thirty days signals a coercive ultimatum. The excerpt highlights financial pressure and a looming punishment tied to a monetary debt.

Chicken Supper Benefit for Clearbrook Church

A chicken supper hosted at the home of Mrs. Geo. Pitzer on Thursday evening November 19 from 5 to 10 o'clock supports the Ladies Auxiliary of Clearbrook Church. Tickets priced 35 cents each.

Animals in Need Prompt Winchester Society Appeal

The Winchester branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals urges community support for its work. Persell D. Plank reports October cases including four dogs placed in homes and one euthanized, seven cats placed in homes and three euthanized, plus other stock and small animals aided. Reports can be made to Persell D.nk at telephone 661-J.

Winchester Society For the Prevention of Persell D. Plank Persell D

Young Insull Returns From Europe Amid Extradition Talk

Samuel Insull Jr. arrives in New York after a European trip with his parents in Paris. Customs officials inspect his luggage as the younger Insull accompanies his father who faces embezzlement and larceny charges related to the Insull utility empire collapse. The elder Insull is detained for extradition in Athens.

Samuel Insull New York City Europe Young Insull Paris Insull Athens

Winchester Semi-Pros vs Cumberland Collegians at Handley Stadium

Football game set for today at Handley Stadium with Winchester Semi-Pros facing Cumberland Collegians at 2.30 p m. Local kickoff time noted with teams.

Philco Jr Radio Highlight at Miller & Anderson Showrooms

Miller and Anderson of Philadelphia promote the all electric Philco Jr radio with dynamic speaker and high efficiency tubes. The ad urges buyers to hear the Philco Jr. first at their showroom, price listed as $18.75.

Legionnaires Dedicate Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

National commander Louis A. Johnson leads dedication ceremonies at Arlington Cemetery with a nationwide broadcast beginning 11 a m eastern. Patrick Hurley and a presidential message are on the program, followed by a parade and wreath laying.

Star Washington Nov. l The American Legion Louis A. Johnson Arlington Cemetery Harley E Niing Patrick Rley Pay m Johnson White House Army Navy War Department Diplomatic Corps State Department Secretary of War Wood Ete Or Havenner Washingtoi-Centennial Commission America Hurley Mr. Hurley C. T. Tittmen Col Julian E. Yates

R F C Board Lends West Virginia for relief work

The Reconstruction Finance Corporation loaned West Virginia $367,300 for relief work in 12 counties and one city from November 1 to December 31. The counties and city were not named but are in coal mining, lumber and farming areas. The total available to West Virginia reaches $1,571,143.

Associated Press Washington Reconstruction Finance Corporation Today Government of West Virginia

Lions Club Hosts Drug Store Manager Talk and Plans

Bob Cooksey manager of People's Drug Stores spoke at the Lions Club luncheon at the George Washington Hotel about the organization’s 1905 founding. Earl Clowser praised the charity dance held there on Halloween night. A future spelling bee at Handley High School was proposed to raise funds for charity with a small admission fee.

Bob Cooksey People’s Drug Stores Inc Lions’ Club George Washington Hotel Dr. Gibbs Earl Clowser Lions Hallowe’en Handley High School T. J. Orndorff Handley Herbert Miller

Pomace for Feed Offers Free Wet Pomace and Dry Price

National Fruit Product Co advertises free wet pomace for feed and dry pomace at 4.50 per ton in bags or 3.50 per ton bulk. Potential buyers asked to haul away offerings from 8-1p-5t.

Fruit Product Co

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