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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1931

Page

5

Scout Dives for Drowning Man in Canal Rescue

A night rescue near a canal sees a 15 year old Cemebel Sea Port youth and a 21 year old rescued man pull the drowning man from dark waters. The two scouts assist in life buoy use and CPR while others on shore ignore the perilous current. Their actions are praised amid troop meetings and plans for future camp and ceremonies.

Cemebel Sea N. Y Erie Jamene Hhe Campbell Troop No. 1 Taylor Cooper Pittsburgh

Broken Neck Proves Fatal To Joe Martin

Joe Martin a respected Berryville resident in Clarke County died last night at Winchester Memorial Hospital from a broken cervical vertebra after falling from a step ladder while picking peaches in the Rockcroft orchard of Dr. A. P. Osborne. He had been a trusted handyman for local landowners and was well liked for his quiet, efficient work. Joe's remains were taken today.

Joe Martin Berryville Clarke County Winchester Memorial Hospital Joe Rockcroft A. P. Osborne Memorial Hospital Waee Tha

Auto Wreck and Fire Escapes Save Five Negroes

Five African American occupants of a Chevrolet coach escaped a wreck on the Boyce Berryville Pike when the car crashed into a concrete abutment and burst into flames. Gasoline leaked from the tank and spread over hot parts, yet all five managed to open doors and flee before the blaze fully engulfed the vehicle. No injuries were reported from the crash.

Boyce Front Royal Boyce-Berryville Pike

Christmas in October proposal sparks mood boost plan

The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle notes a proposal to hold Christmas in October to uplift mood this year. Supporters argue it could lift spirits amid tough times while critics question feasibility and cost.

Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warner Brothers Announces Forthcoming Productions and Theatres

Warner Brothers Pictures outlines upcoming film projects while Capitol and Colonial Theatres report current bookings. The edition notes anticipated releases and screening schedule adjustments across the two venues.

Warner Brothers Pictures, Inc Capitol Colonial Theatres

Winnie Lightner in Side Show opens at Capitol 4

Winnie Lightner stars in Side Show at the Capitol 4 theater for a two day showing starting Monday. The film pairs Lightner with a co feature presenting a light comedy bill in the Macy Bros. release.

Winnie Lightner Capitol 4 Winnie Laghtner Charles Bu Meekest Moat He Macy Bros Capitol ‘Theatre

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