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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1923

Page

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Armed Force Chief Othe of Oklahoma Named

An Oklahoma official, identified as Othe, heads a newly created armed force unit. Details on its formation and jurisdiction remain limited.

Othe OF Oklah

Court Turmoil as Oklahoma Election Sparks Armed Standoff

Tulsa county courthouse faced armed volunteers and deputies as election supplies were to be distributed ahead of tomorrow's vote. Governor Walton reconstituted the state election board while injunctions blocked military interference and called for jail of any disruptors.

Associated Press Tulsa Okla Tulsa County Electionvernor Oklahoma City Secretary of State John T. Logan State Election Board C. W. Kelly Logan Ira Saitchell Socrat Claude Baker Repuban R. A. Sneed Citizens Volunteers Walton R. R. Stevens County Election Board Sanford State Election ‘Board Tomor- Tow National Guard Special State Police Commission Clark

Marines Leave Virginia Valley for Quantico Camp

General Butler and 3500 Marines based at Quantico exited Winchester and the Valley of Virginia after a period of camp, drills, and sham battles. Crowds waved farewell as the unit moved toward Purcellville and planned routes including Goose Creek and Sugarland Run with an average march of about 13.9 miles daily over 21 days.

General Butler Quantico Marine Base Valley of Virginia Lef Winchester Astiemans Kerry Shenan‘doad River Clarke County Blue Ringe Mountains Winchester Fair Grounds Main Market Piccadilly Berryville Pike Castleman's Ferry Golf Club Quantico Winchester Golf Club Castleman’s Ferry Butler Purcellville Travc.s

Gasoline Prices at Ebert Main Collis and Wagner

Citizens gasoline stations at Ebert on Main Street and at Collis and Wagner on Water Street are listed. The notice outlines locations and basic service details for motorists.

Engine Men Seek New Wage Rate After Rail Board Cuts

In Cleveland on October 1, engineers and firemen and enginemen union reps filed wage increase requests to restore pre cut pay scales from the U S Railroad Labor Board. Contracts expire October 1 and joint action occurred as Warren Stone said circulars were mailed to general chairmen to serve 30-day notices to management.

Associated Press Cleveland United States Railroad Labor Board Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Brotherhood of Firemen and Enginemen Warren Stone The Engineers Engineers’ Brotherhood

Prisoner Sets Jail Fire Over Sanity Charge

Edward White confined on a sanity charge in the county jail started a blaze by piling mattresses in his cell and igniting them with a match. Mrs. Pannett, jailor’s wife, notified sheriff Luther Pannett as smoke filled the building and firemen battled the flames. White, subdued by Sheriff Pannett, will be held pending a sanity investigation.

Edward €. White White Pannett Panett

Marines Defeat College Eleven 19 to 9 in Saturday Gridiron

The Quantico Marines beat Washington College 19 to 9 on Haddox Terrace in front of about 5,000. Neale Ridgely and Rickman scored the touchdowns as Washington College faltered late. Marines rested top stars Goessze Sanderson and others and used a lighter lineup.

Quantico Marines Washington Haddox Terrace Marine Corps Washington College Marines Goessze Sanderson Wash D. Ferrell Ly Reiger Liversedge Duffy Arceh Jiaee McGraw Larson Ess Kelley NeHenry R. G Keenan Kyle i Eik Firore Shinner R. E. Carroll Fellers Q. B. Carrington Ridgely Armstrong Neale Ess Crowe Neale Ridgely Rickman Brumme Shinners Bailey Larson Eldridge Arseh Hughes

Hagerstown Fair Auto Races Schedule 1923

The Hagerstown Fair runs October 9 to 12 1923 with auto races on Saturday October 13. Events feature racing programs and admission details for spectators.

Steady Work Offered at National Fruit Products Co

Employment notice seeking men and women for steady work at the National Fruit Products Co offices in Winchester Virginia. Apply in person at the office location on 1 1p 3t reference.

Winchester

Railroad meeting notice for 7 AM Tuesday

All members must gather for the railroad meet promptly at 7 o clock Tuesday morning October 2. O H Lewis Transportation Committee confirms attendance.

H. Lewis Transportation Committee

McCormac to Address Virginia Manufacturers’ Convention

H B McCormac of the Virginia Woolen Company will speak at the Virginia Manufacturers Association annual convention in Richmond. He is set to discuss Association of Industries in the afternoon session, with other topics including General Legislation Immigration National Legislation Labor and Transportation.

Virginia Woolen Company Richmond Hi. B. Eoisbany Obama Virginia Lew Company Virginia Manufacturers’ Association Jefferson Hotel McCormac Association of Industries Malcolm K. Harris Danville Wee Long Clinchfield Coal Corporation Dante National Industrial Council BE. A. Hults Mathieson James A. Emery National Association of Manufacturers Homer L. Ferguson Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company H. B. McCormac Witer I. J Marcuse Richmond Chamber of Commerce Mason Mangham State Corporation Commission James H. Price Virginia Industries James A. Emory

Harrisonburg Wins Shenandoah Valley League Pennant

Harrisonburg annexed the Shenandoah Valley League pennant for the second straight year by beating Front Royal 3 to 2 in the sixth game of the championship series. Kit May and Jim Keesey starred for Harrisonburg, with Keesey homering in the first inning to plate three runs.

Harrisonburg Front Royal Royals Kit May Jim Keesey Frederick May Lefty Russell Hargerstown Keesey Williams Decker I’ront Royal Secon Woodstock

Work of Women in Far Ninging Plant Requires Applicants

Steady work for women at National Fruit Products Co. plant. Apply at the office on Fairmont Avenue in Winchester.

Fairmont Avenue Winchester National Fruit Products Co

Farm sale notice at Armel near Winchester on October 6

The Joseph Pifer 148 acre farm with a good residence and new barn at Armel seven miles from Winchester along Front Royal turnpike to become a state highway will be sold at Trustee's Sale in front of Court House on Saturday October 6. Immediate possession. See sale bill.

Joseph Pifer Armel Winchester Front Royal Court House

Lost Truen Watch Size No 12 With Gold Dial

A plain case watch with a gold dial and chain is reported missing and offers a reward for its return to the Star office. The notice requests its return to the Star office in St.

District Nurse Association Meeting Notice

The District Nurse Association will meet in Council Chamber of City Hall on Wednesday October 3 at 4 P M. Secretary: For rent first floor apartment apply VP O Box 22 27 Sp 3t.

Council Chamber City Hall

Bold bandits rob Rosenberger firm offices at night

Police probe a Friday night hold-up at the Rosenberger lumber firm on South Braddock Street. Two young white men, about 21, faced John H. Rosenberger and forced the safe to open. About $2,000 in checks notes bonds and $60 in cash taken. No masks. suspects fled after escaping through the office door. Detectives suspect professional thieves from out of town aided by a local spotter. Rosenberger expects to identify the attackers.

John W. Rosenberger Mr. Rosenberger Mr. Dolsnboczer Benjamin F. Davis Braddock Street North Avenue Rosenberger Place Rosenberger Corporation Rosenberger Davis

Supreme Court Visits President for Fall Term

The Supreme Court reconvenes for its fall term after a summer recess. Only motions are in order, and the court plans to adjourn to the White House to pay its respects to the President.

Washington Supreme Court White House

Germany Near Cabinet Crisis Predicted In Berlin

Berlin Oct 1 A German parliamentary crisis is predicted for today. Political figures expect the Socialists to withdraw in protest over Bavaria’s treatment, leaving Chancellor Stresemann to form a purely bourgeois cabinet while retaining the chancellorship.

Berlin Bavaria Stresemann

Twist in Berryville tollgate heist case unfolds

Floyd Stickle recanted alleging his older brother Humphrey 16 devised the hold up tale to hide theft of nearly 400 dollars from the Winchester and Berryville turnpike tollhouse. Humphrey reportedly drove away with the money and may face correctional action. police nationwide pursued phantom bandits.

Les Atory Floydie Winchester Berryville Stickle Humphrey Stickle Turnpike Company Tollgate House Humphrey Tollgate Floyd Floyd Stickle Doran Armel Berryville Pike

Bear Traders Continue Attacks In Stock Market Session

New York October 1 bears pressed attacks on special stocks aiming to unsettle the general list while facing stubborn resistance. Short coverings lifted some issues 1 to 3 points in early trading and high priced tobaccos showed buoyancy. By noon an irregular recovery was under way as call money opened at 5 1 4 percent.

Associated Press New York

Indictment Charged Fathers and Sons Over Stills in Frederick

A Frederick County grand jury returned seven indictments against alleged still owners. A father, Joseph L. Place, and his three sons Harley Place Allen Place and Fred Place faced four counts each for possessing a still and were released on $500 bail for the December circuit court term. William Henson Ashley Loy and Eugene Ritter were indicted for owning a still. Ashby Loy pleaded guilty and received a $50 fine and 30 days jail to start November 15. Ritter also pleaded guilty and will begin his sentence after arranging personal affairs.

Frederick County Joseph L. Place Harley Ashby Loy Ritter

Apples direct export to Ashby Sprint Virginia official

Export notice directs sending apples directly to Gerald Da Costa with reference to Ashby Sprint Virginia representative for full information. The fragment notes a deadline or code 9-6-1p-eod-15t but lacks clear events or dates.

Gerald da Costa Ashby Sprint Virginia

Man Held Under Restraints After Distress Over Debts

A man identified as Mr White faced a lunacy hearing after a period of extreme nervous tension and threats of self harm. He was committed to jail care as the case moved toward a court review, with creditors pressing suits and questions of his mental state and possible medical treatment in Washington D C.

Climax Hk White Ma White Vantiina Washington D. C

Moose Club Meeting Notice

An important meeting of the 06 Club will be held Tuesday night at 8 o clock in Friendship Hall. It is very important that everyone present attend. B Harloe, Press.

Friendship Hall B. Harloe

Gruen Open Face Gold Watch Missing Since Saturday

Lost Gruen watch described as open face with gold casing and chain. Reward offered and item to be returned to Star office.

Gruen Watch Dlak Starfice

South End Hose Company Meeting Tonight

Important meeting of the South End Hose Company tonight at 7 o clock announced by C B Harlob president.

South End Hose CO the. An End Hose Company

Brotherhood Firemen Plan Sunday Religious Service

Notice states four fire companies plan a unified religious service Sunday October 21 at 3 p m in the Em Theater The lower floor will be reserved for the firemen worship gathering led by GEO W STOVER J MUNGAN WM C HAINES and F R CASSELMAN with names listed.

the Plains Geo. W. Stover Asma

Closing Notice at Seals Music Store Ad

Closing notice states store will close at 9 p m starting October 1 with days excepted. Lost purse between Commercial and Penn Ry Station contains $30 to $36 and a driver's license. Address 550 N Main St. Read Moling & Seal Winter Coat ad on 7th page. Kernstown Virginia mentioned with corn cutters.

Lespert Seal’s Music Tel Penn. Ry N. Main Coatll

Unclear Phrase On Brown Error and Reward

Fragmentary note states a party who received Brown by mistake on Saturday may receive a reward of two units. Contains insufficient context to identify people, place, or official action.

Rouss Fire Company Sets Special Meeting Tonight

The Rouss Fire Company schedules a special meeting for tonight at 7 o clock addressed to W. B. Huntsberry and Ph. The notice calls members to attend the session.

W. B. Huntsberry

Also Mentioned on This Page

Old State Election Board COURT Steven Okli Short Kavnar Oklahoma County Oklahoma Virginia Vale Quantico Base Water Street Edward White College Eleven Hagerstown Rouss Fire. CO H. B. McOrmac Valley Royal Bold Bandits J. H. Rosenberger Germany Lad White Court Moose Club Ociock C. B. Harlob Préal J. ¥. Mungan WM. C. Haines F. R. Casselman Ce Kernstown Rouss Fire Co
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