Jury Visits Outdoor Scene in West Virginia Moonshine Case
A Shenandoah county jury toured the suspected moonshine site four miles west of Middletown in bleak weather. The outdoor court will hear testimony at the scene with witnesses and Sheriff Pannett guiding the inspection. William Mowery and his three sons face moonshining indictments.
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Wasbelent Ae
Placa
Rhathe Agee Net
Whiting
Wzntil
Middletown
Winchester
William Mowery
Ferdinand Not Dying but Able to Transact Business
The Associated Press reports from Bucharest that the Romanian foreign office formally authorized the press to declare the king’s condition as not fatal. Reliable sources say the monarch continues to receive ministers daily and shows improvement in health.
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Ferdinand
Associated Press
Bucharest
Romanian Foreign Office Today
Aumisistes Press
K Ing
Rain or Snow Expected Through Next Week A Weather Outlook
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday indicates rain over the middle Atlantic and possible rain or snow across the north Atlantic states. Temperatures rise Monday and Tuesday, fall back by Wednesday, then warm again by Friday.
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The
Associated Press
North and
Middle Atlantic
North Atlantic
Custody Battle Over Infant Daughter In Maryland Case
Testimony closed at noon in Cumberland in the petition of Mrs Ruth Pearl Franklin seeking custody of her infant Ruth Yvonne Franklin held by father A Leo Franklin. She also seeks counsel fees and alimony pending counter divorce action to be argued before Judge Albert Doub this afternoon.
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Cumberland
Ruth Pearl Franklin
Ruth Yvonne Franklin
A. Leo Franklin
Albert Doub
Franklin
Big Clash Over Senate Oil Data
Washington November 26 heavy siege oratory in the Fault Doheny oil conspiracy trial tied the proceedings in a constitutional fray. The outcome remained in doubt when court recessed until Monday as big-calibre legal talent pressed the admissibility of Doheny testimony before the Senate investigative committee in 1923 24. The case centers on Doheny advancing 100000 to Albert B Fail while he was Secretary of the Interior. Mr John Michell Steck of the University of Virginia is spending the weekend here as guest of his par Simpler.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Edward N. Doheny
Doheny
Albert B.fail
John Michell Steck
University of Virginia
J. M. Steck
Great Crowd at Army Navy Game in Chicago Today
A large crowd gathered in Chicago to see the Army Navy football game. The field was in excellent condition with a dry, springy turf and mild end of November weather as ushers and spectators filled the bowl before kickoff.
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Chicago
Army-Navy
Navy
Army
Sui
Legion
Culver Military Academy
Navy Rooter
Norn
Alleenies
Lemaster Monster the World’s Largest Hog Slain near Funkstown
I Knepper of a farm near Funkstown Maryland killed what was believed to be the largest hog in the world on Tuesday. The animal weighed 1850 pounds gross and 1232 pounds net with an 8 foot 2 inch length and 3 foot 11 inch height. Hams weighed 90 pounds each, shoulders 93 pounds, tenderloin 14 pounds, backbone 31 pounds, and feet 47 pounds. The six year old Poland China boar was named Lemaster Monster and drew thousands to the farm.
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I. Knepper
Funkstown
Knepper
Dr William Rowan Buried in Edge Hill Cemetery
Dr William Rowan a native of Charles Town West Virginia and longtime Ouray Colorado pharmacist died recently at age 75. He served as mayor of Ouray and was a Democratic congressional nominee. The body was brought to Charles Town for burial and interment was held at Edge Hill Cemetery with Masonic rites.
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William Rowan
Charles Town
W. Va
Winchester
Ouray
Colorado
Dr. Rowan
John W. Rowan
Charles’ Town
Dallas Rowan
Frank
Better
Rowan
Ky Beller
Wasngton
Hun-ter ‘Beller
Pittsburgh
Harry Allder
Wash- Hington
Edge Hill Cemetery
Five Bandits Rob Defiance Bank In Cash and Bonds Heist
Five armed bandits held up Merchants National Bank in Defiance Ohio and fled in an automobile with 27000 dollars in cash and bonds valued between 25000 and 30000. Mr and Mrs W G Beckley of Inseed are stopping at the George Wason Hotel.
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Associated Press
Defiance
Ohio
Merchants National Bank
W. G. Beckley
Inseed
George Wason Hotel
Poole Acquitted in Mash Ownership Case
A Frederick County circuit court jury acquitted Daniel Poole of owning mash found during a raid. He claimed the mash was on a neighbor’s property, not on his land, and the verdict found no proven ownership or knowledge. The trial enters a second phase with four Mowery family members facing similar liquor charges.
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Frederick County
Dan Poole
Winchester
North Mountain
Wardensville
Acapittal
Poole
Iiis
Four Men Face County Court Over Unauthorized Hunting
George Evans and three relatives from Martinsburg West Virginia will appear before Justice Tavenner in Frederick County magistrate court for hunting without licenses after crossing from West Virginia. Their shotguns were confiscated to ensure appearance. J H Metzell was arrested for illegal possession of a deer carcass a hornless doe. Deer meat went to Winchester Memorial Hospital and W C Chapman paid a fine for hornless deer. Lester Ware paid 15.25 in fines and costs for hunting without a license.
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George Evans
Will “Evans
Martinsburg
Tavenner
West Virginia
Frederick County
J. H. Metzell
Winchester Memorial Hospital
W. C. Chapman
Lester Ware
Baldwin Takes Jump In Today's Stock Market
New York reports a five point rise for Baldwin to a record high of 164, followed by a sharp reversal that wiped out earlier gains. Standard Industrials edged up briefly then faded, ending with mixed gains and losses of 1 to 3 points.
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Associated Press
New York
Baldwin
Georgian Prince Marriage Annulled in Rockville Md
Washington society figure Frances A. Arnold daughter of Major Davis G Arnold and Roufat Haliloff once billed as Georgian Prince had their 1925 Rockville marriage annulled by the circuit court. Arnold, nicknamed Delight, was known in Washington circles. Mr and Mrs C B Stickley are spending a week in Atlantic City.
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Associated Press
Washington
Frances A. Arnold
Davis G. Arnold
Veterans Bureau
Roufat Haliloff
Rockville
Miss Arnold
C. B. Stickley
Atlantic City
Fruit Growers Asked to Return Apple Crates Urgently
National Fruit Product Co. appeals to fruit growers to return apple crates promptly and in good condition to facilitate immediate reuse.
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National Fruit Product Co., Inc
Dodge Touring Car for Sale
Touring car for sale. Runs good tires and battery in good condition. Priced at 85 dollars for quick buy. Apply Star Office ad.
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Star Office
ATE BARR NAMED CONSTABLE FOR WINCHESTER
A constable position is revived in Winchester after thirty years. ATE BARR is appointed to serve writs from the Corporation and Justice Courts, arrest in criminal cases, execute warrants, and preserve order at elections. The move follows illness of City Sergeant Adam Forney. The former holder, J. Robert Brown, held the post over thirty five years.
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Leater
J. Robert Brown
Corporation Court
Justice’s
Magistrate's Court of
Winchester
Adam Forney
Forney
Chamber of Commerce Denies License Fee Error
Winchester Chamber of Commerce clarifies that Andrew Bell receives no extra fees for automobile licenses. The letter explains Virginia law pays 26 cents per license and funds support chamber maintenance and services for motorists and the public.
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the Star
Star
Andrew Bell
Bell
Chamber of Commerce
State of Virginia
James M. Hayes, Jr
White Star Line Sold in Royal Mail Group Deal
The Royal Mail Steam Packet Company announced it will acquire the entire share capital of the White Star Line effective January 1, 1927. International Mercantile Marine, owners of the White Star fleet, confirmed the merger details. Odd Fellows lodge calls a Sunday evening meeting at 7 p.m. November 28 to attend a Thanksgiving service.
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Associated Press
London
Royal Mail Steam Packet Company
Ite Star Line
International Mercantile Marine
C. F
Odd Fellows
Wedded in Hagerstown Maryland
A marriage license issued in Hagerstown Maryland lists George B Cromer of Washington and Josephine Morris of Winchester Virginia.
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Hagerstown
George 8. Cromer
Washington
Josephine Morris
Winchester, Va
Valley Car Laundry Quick Wash Service Ad
An autos wash notice from Valley Car Laundry advertises a competent washer available at Cork Street service location. The brief item notes clean car care and prompt service in a small local ad.
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Valley Car Laundry
Cork St
Winchester Hospital founder Dr. McGuire remembered
At a Friday meeting of the Winchester Memorial Hospital Womans Auxiliary resolutions mourn the death of Dr William P McGuire on November fifteenth 1926 The article praises his role in establishing the hospital his public service generosity and lasting influence The resolutions commend his memory and direct copies to the family and Evening Star
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Womans Auxiliary
Winchester Memorial Hospital
William P. McGuire
McGuire
Ieee
Evening Star
Fred. L. Glaize
M. M. Lynch
John Snyder
RH. H. Durell
Mni
Mary Gordon
Sand Dee MAIDSTONE Murder Case Ends in Firearm Conviction
Alphonse S. A. Smith, socially prominent, found not guilty of murder or manslaughter in the shooting of John Thomas Derham. He is sentenced to twelve months hard labor for carrying firearms with intent to endanger life. Prosecution claimed jealousy over Derham’s attention to Mrs. Smith. Smith contends Derham’s death was accidental during a struggle.
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Associated Press
Maidstone
England
Alphonse S. A. Smith
John Thomas Derham
Smith
Derham
Car Hit by Freight Engine at Berryville Crossing
Charles Town salesman George M. Ebert drove his 1927 Buick toward a Norfolk and Western crossing in Berryville at about 7 pm. The brakeman signaled to the engineer, the watchman was absent, and the train backed in injuring Ebert a wrenching back. Damages estimated at 250 to 400 dollars.
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George M. Ebert
Charles Town
Norfolk and Western Railway
Berryville
Buick
Ebert
Beautiful Window Display at People’s Drug Store
The People’s Drug Company Inc has installed a full window set of Art Glass Valances, enhancing the store’s appearance and creating a decided advantage in its presentation.
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People’s Drug Company, Inc
Revival Assist by Virginia Pastor Ends Return to Winchester
The Rev. B. J. Earp pastor of First Christian Church assisted in a Timber Ridge revival near High View West Virginia with Rev. H. W. Andes of Harrisonburg. He returned to Winchester today reporting a good meeting underway and continuing next week.
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B. J. Earp
First Christian Church
H. W. Andes
Harrisonburg
Timber Ridge
West Virginia
High View
Winchester
Auto lights tested and adjusted by station 121 team
Auto lights adjusted and tested by station No 121 as part of a routine inspection. Ings and Fri nights noted at the Stephens City Va garage of Ker's Garage.
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Iker
Stephens City
Death Claims Lane In Massanutten Quarry Accident
Arthur Bentson Kibler foreman at the Massanutten Lime Plant in Oranda Shenandoah county was fatally injured when three crushed cars on a quarry track released and crushed him under a weight of limestone. He died en route to Winchester Memorial Hospital as his convoy neared Kernstown. He had been supervising plant construction and had worked there six years.
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Arthur Bentson Kibler
Massanutten
Oranda
Shenandoah County
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Kernstown
Winchester
Kibler
Mr. Kibler
Stover
Strasburg
Orndorff
Mrs Vredenburg to Sing On Air Tuesday Night
Mrs Virginia Vredenburgh daughter of Mr and Mrs A M Baker will be heard over the radio from the New York station Tuesday night from 9 to 9 15 and again from 9 30 to 9 45 o clock.
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Mrs. Vredenburg
Virginia Vredenburgh
A. M. Baker
Salos
New York
Mt Vesuvius Belches Fire and Ash Amid Ongoing Activity
Allied Press reports violent eruptions in Mt Vesuvius core terrify residents of Portici Torre Annunziata and nearby valleys. The volcano, active for weeks, vents smoke and lava as crater collapses, though experts say a violent eruption is unlikely.
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Naples
Mt. Vesuvius
Portici Torre Annunziata
Pompeii
Fire destroys hundreds of shops in Constantinople
A major blaze swept business quarters of Brusa Anatolia in Constantinople today. About two hundred shops were burned, several people were injured, and losses are estimated at 1.25 million dollars.
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Associated Press
Constantinople
Brusa Anatolia
Met First Time In Twenty Years Reunion Of Marines
A. J. Lee of the United States Marine Corps based in Washington D C spent Thanksgiving with his mother at the home of Mr and Mrs J R Violet 406 South Cameron Street. They had not met for over twenty years and their reunion was noted in the local column.
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A. J. Lee
United States Marine Corps
Washington, D. C
J. R. Violet
South
Cameron Street
See
Violet
Taxpayers Notice on City and State Taxes Due
Taxpayers must pay 1026 taxes with penalties. A 3 percent penalty applies to city taxes due December 1, and 5 percent to state taxes due December 15. Taxpayers must be current to qualify to vote in a June election or by the deadline. Treasurer T Barr signs notice.
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T. Barr
Courtroom clash as Hall Mills defense witnesses testify
In Somerville on November 27 a courtroom clash erupted as defense and prosecution argued over letters tied to the Hall Mills murder case. Mrs Frances Stevens Hall and her brothers faced testimony while jurors reported possible sleeping jurors amid affidavits.
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Associated Press
Court House
Somerville
Nic
Hall-Mills
Timothy N. Prettfer
Frances Stevens Hall
Henry
William Stevens
Revit Hall
Jeanoris
Alexander Simpson
Clarence EB. Case
Deee Counsel
Varel
Igimpson
Parker
Fer
All
Summerville
N. J
Noy
Felix di Martini
Husriend
Millis
Jane Gibson
Suiveik
Edward W. Hart
Willie Stevens
John J. Underwood
Underwood
Will of Har ex Confederate veteran leaves estate to wife for life
The will, admitted to probate in Chester, devises the estate to Mrs. Mary Vilin Tabb for life with widow’s income for her comfort and support. After her death, the remaining assets go to Edward P. Tabb, Madge H. Cather, and Mollie C. Lyon. Widow/executor bonds $30,000. grandson Harlan Page Tabb Lyon receives $600 via codicil. Executed January 23, 1919, written in testator’s hand.
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Har
Chester
Mary Vil
Edward P. Tabb
Madge H. Cather
Mollie C. Lyon
Tabb
Harlan Page Tabb Lyon
Radio from Santa Claus at Ramsey Furniture
Santa Claus will visit Winchester store Ramsey Furniture on Thursday December 2 to greet children and give out a special radio giveaway. The event invites all kiddies to attend and meet Santa in person at the downtown showroom.
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Ramsey Furniture
Winchester
Carload Sales Prompted by Berkeley Hotel Call
In a brief, unclear notice multiple items are listed including a contact J. Lane in Berkeley and a location in West Virginia with a noon to two pm window. A board car and Cady appear among scattered terms, indicating transportation or sale actions.
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Bleak Hills
Daniel Poole
DODGE
Ate Barr
Sec
White Star
M’guire
George Ebert
Princess
Dressere
Cal
Arthur Kibler
Undertaker
Ang
HALL
Glaize &, Hurst
Market St
Santa Claus
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