Grading Begins on New Winchester to Wardensville Railway
Work has started on grading the Winchester and Western Railroad from Winchester to Wardensville, with crews arriving from Romney. The Lost City Lumber Company finances the project, and William B. Cornwell is president. The line will join the Baltimore and Ohio tracks near Old Dominion Paper mill and run west through Frederick County, passing orchards and valuable farms.
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Winchester
Baltimore and Ohio
Old Dominion Paper Mill
Frederick County
Wardensville
Hardy County
W.va
Cham
Yeggleis
Romney
Hampshire County
W. Va
Chambersville
Lost City Lumber Company
Workmien
William B. Cornwell
John J. Cornwel
West Virginia
Cornwell
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Old Dominion Paper Company
Royd
Foat
Quotations on News Print Prices From Paper Makers
The Star reports inquiries to several paper manufacturers for 1917 roll print paper prices. Replies show stock sold out for next year, and some firms cannot quote prices now. A few may offer later, reflecting threefold price increases since months ago.
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the Star
Panies
Miller and Hicks Tie the Knot in Washington Ceremony
Announcement reports the marriage of Miss Edith Mary Hicks of Frederick County to Joseph P. Miller of Winchester. The ceremony was held yesterday at Rev. J. S. Montgomery’s residence in Washington. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Hicks and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Miller, affiliated with the North Main Street store.
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Edith’ Mary Hicks
Frederick County
Joseph P. Miller
Winchester
Kk Place
J. S. Montgomery
Thomas J. Hicks
A. H. Miller
North Main Street
Pneumonia Fatal to Mrs Barrett in Nain County
Mrs. Elizabeth E. Barrett aged 45 wife of Clarence B. Barrett of Nain Fred stick county died at her home after a brief pneumonia illness. She was a daughter of the late Martin and and Buncutter and lifelong resident of the area. Funeral at 2 p.m. Sunday at the United Brethren Church with Rev. George W. Stover officiating. Burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Mrs Barrett leaves a husband, one daughter Mary, four brothers and two sisters.
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Elizabeth E. Barrett
Clarence B. Barrett
Nain
Fredstick County
Tthat Village
Barrett
Martin’ Buncutter
T Hat
United Brethren Church
Mary Barrett
Messrs
John Buncutter
Pittsburgh
Tames
Roland Buncutter
William Buncutter
Fruit Growers of State Meet in Roanoke December 5 7
The Virginia State Horticultural Society schedules its annual meeting December 5 6 and 7 in Roanoke with strong representation from Winchester and Frederick County. A new program emphasizes grading and packing laws for Virginia apples and features an expansive apple show at City Auditorium and a Roanoke city entertainment program. Special railroad rates, a reception committee, and guidance for lodging are planned to aid attendees.
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Virginia State Horticultural Society
Roanoke
Winchester
Frederick County
W. Pletener
Fishersville
Massey
Thorugh
Virginia
Hoanoke
New City
Schroeder Charged with Bigamy After Five Wives Claim
New York November 17 George Albert Schroeder a man accused of five marriages is jailed on bigamy charges after his wife Madame Sofia Trautman learned of a Boston wife and a London affair. Lillian Vainberg and a Chelsea Miss McGear are named as alleged spouses creating a contested menage.
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New York
Sofia ‘Trautman
Metropolitan Opera
George Alvert
Schroeder
Cleveland
Madame Trautman
Boston
London
Deutschland Submarine Collides With Convoy Disaster Report
New LondonNov 17 German submarine Deutschland returns to sea after slipping from Thames docks. Tugboats tow the craft downriver amid activity at Deutschland pier. The incident follows collision warnings with a convoy and reports of casualties among crew.
Deutschland Returns To Port After Colison Near New London
A tug convoy led by the T. A. Scott Jr. towed the submarine Deutschland back to port after a collision. Six crew members including the captain Sue Gurney drowned. The submarine carried a $2,000,000 cargo of crude rubber nickel zinc and silver. Officials carefully reviewed whether the motor boat involved posed a threat. The accident occurred at 2 30 am one hour after leaving the pier.
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New London
Conn
Hland
Thames
T. A. Scott Company
Deutschand's
Rver
Thames River
T. A. Scott, Jr
Sue Gurney
Wouldn't Let Him Takes Her Shoes Off
Chicago November 17 Stankey Skowski is free today after a divorce won on the claim that his bride would not permit him to remove her shoes on their wedding night. The task was delegated to her sister’s fiancé, Mrs. Charles F. Nelson of Riverton Virginia, who has been in Chicago and left for Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Davis departed for Baltimore for a stay of several days, and Mr. W. A. Brown also left for Washington.
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the Star
Chicago
Stankey Skowski
Charles F. Nelson
Riverton
Washington
Amas Holidays Approaches with Early Shopping Urged
The article urges shoppers to start Christmas preparations early as Thanksgiving nears and stores stock up. It notes turkey prices may rise, religious services rise in observance, and merchants anticipate full holiday crowds with extended hours and window displays. A lost beagle is also reported with reward.
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Winchester
Hia
Shenandoah Valley Academy Football Hosts Army and Navy Prep
Shenandoah Valley Academy prepares for a local rounds game tomorrow against Army and Navy Prep. The cadets seek victory after a 27 to 0 loss to Episcopal High School and a 6 to 0 win by Episcopal over a different opponent two weeks earlier. Next comes Old Dominion Academy, then Thanksgiving rival Randolph-Macon Academy from Front Royal, Virginia.
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Shenandoah Valey Academy
Army and Navy
Admirals
Episcopal Highchool
Episcopaligh
Old Dominion Academy
Tax Bills For Frederick County 1916 Delinquent After Dec 2
Taxpayers are advised that Frederick County 1916 tax bills are ready with a five percent penalty added after December 2 1916. Treasurer C R M Cannon signs the notice.
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Frederick Co
C. R. M.cann
Fever Epidemic Strikes Woodstock Area
A typhoid fever outbreak increases in Woodstock Shenandoah county with no deaths. The Isanutten Academy closes for holidays and many out of town students return home. Local dairy contamination and cesspool drainage cited as causes, with several residents affected and regional outbreaks reported in nearby counties and towns. Royal Arcanum advert reads for post office box inquiries.
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Woodstock
Shenandoah
Isanutten Academy
Howard J.benchoff
Catherine Bargbitts
Alexander Miller
Eteter
Sheriff Stonor
D. W. Grabill
H. A. Irwin
Herbert Trott
Gilbert
Moorefeld
W.va
Richard Mesters
Hich
Rail Break Delays Cumberland Valley Traffic at Half Way
A broken rail was found on the main track in front of the Half Way station on the Cumberland Valley between Winchester and Hagerstown causing an hour delay. Fast freight No 2572 crossed the section after the rail gave a jump but stayed on the rails. The incident likely prevented a serious wreck.
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Cumberland Valley
Winchester
Hagerstown
Half Way
Capture of Monastir 15 Now Imminent
A brief bulletin notes the imminent fall of Monastir as forces advance toward the city reducing resistance and signaling a strategic breakthrough for the campaign.
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Monastir
Bulgars and Gervans Forced to Withdraw in Monastir Tale
Dispatches say Monastir likely to fall as Allies close in from south and east. Bulgarian forces retreat north of the Peltirna river while Russian, Serbian, and Allied troops push toward the Macedonian city amid snowbound mountains and bombardment. Berlin reports raid actions near the Somme and British attempts to advance near the Ancre. Parliament may hear a temperance motion to curb alcoholic drinks to curb wartime drinking, especially among women.
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London
Monastir
Fenders
Peltirna
Monastir Hee
Ant ‘Ory
Ratonim
Berlin
Ratenens
Somme
Garmen
Sativa
Ancre
Rying
Anemanae
Miranmort
Strasburg Celebrates Wilson Victory With Parade
Democrats in Strasburg Virginia held a large celebration for Wilsons re election. A street parade followed an address by Representative elect Thomas W Harrison of Winchester. The turnout claimed as Shenandoah Countys banner precinct featured transports of fireworks and red flares.
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Strasburg
Wilson
Thomas W. Harrison
Winchester
Shenandoah
Sifas
Baltimore Grain Markets Close With Mixed Wheat Quotes
Baltimore wholesale markets closed with spot wheat at 1.87 1 4 dollars and core wheat at 1.20 dollars, reflecting price levels reported for the day.
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Baltimore Grain Markets
Baltimiore
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West
B.cornwell
Winchester and Western Railroad
Paper Trust
Tristate Paper CO
the Evening Star
Johnston Paper CO
Joseph Miller
Miss Hicks
Alexander T. Jones
Richmond
W. P. Massey
H. H. Baker
E. Piccadilly St
Deutserland
Chantman
Mrs. Horate Davis
Baltimore
W. A. Brown
AMAS
Army and Navy Prep
Star Office
Washington County
Martineburg
Tod
Sdccvigors
Berkeley County
Martins
Royal Arcanum
C.v.flr
National Fruit Products Company
E. Piccadilly Street
B. S. Bartlett
New Jersey
Lee Saag
PS Ee
Armies of
Mace
Donian City
Bulgars
Gervans
Afr
Balanme
England
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