Safety men to be withdrawn amid strike stalemate
London reports the government fails to settle the coal strike as miners’ federation votes 737 000 to 42 000 against the government offer. Miners adopt a resolution to pull safety men from mines, while Scarborough discusses ballot protections to curb unvoted strikes. Virginia apples face reduced demand as wage earners struggle. Frank B. Crawford seeks work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Miners’ Federation
Agena
Board of Arbitration
South Wales
Scarobrough
Eng
Conservative Party
Winchester
Virginia
United States Navy Band to Perform for Handley High Benefit
The United States Navy Band plays Handley School Auditorium on October 14 to aid Handley High School Band. Tickets are 1 general, 1.50 reserved, 0.60 children. gallery reserved for children. Proceeds support local bands with presale from Empire Ticket Office and Handley Band members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Navy
Handley School
Handley High School
Winchester
Coolidge
WRC
Washington
Whitman
Lopez
Ion S. Duffey
Empire
Handley School Band
Farmers and Merchants National Band Guardianship Named
The Circuit Court of Frederick County appointed The Farmers and Merchants National Bank of Winchester as guardian for Ruby Virginia Curle aged 18. Bond of $600 was posted. Appointment sought by her mother Mrs. Hester E Ritter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Band of
Winchester
Circuit Court of
Frederick
Ruby
Virginia Curle
Hester E. Ritter
Friendship Fire Co. No. 1 Meeting Notice
Regular meeting of Friendship Fire Co. No. 1 set for Thursday evening October 7 at 8 oclock. A good turnout is urged to discuss items of importance. Capt Fred W Forney presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendship Fire
Friendship Fire Co
Baninene
Will
Piano Sale Promises Deep Cuts at Brawner's Music
Brawner's Music Store at 8 East Piccadilly St promotes a piano sale with four high grade used pianos and eight of the best organ makes. The ad claims giant reductions and stock clearance, noting Columbia New Process Records. Sale set for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia New Process Records
Brawner’s Music Store
East Piccadilly St
Women Wanted for Canning Plant in Winchester
Job advertisements seek women to work at National Fruit Product Co. in Winchester Virginia. Also listed is Old Mill Stone Antique Shop in Harrisonburg Virginia seeking buyers for selected rugs with prices from five to thirty dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Fruit Product Co., Inc
Winchester
New England
Virginia
Old Mill Stone
Harrisonburg
Men Wanted Steady Two Month Work at National Fruit Co
Job notice from National Fruit Products Co inviting applicants for two months of steady work. Positions open with immediate start, extension possible depending on performance and company needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Fruit Products Co., Inc
Cornfield battle leaves teen with serious wounds
David Collier a Virginian 13 transferred to an orchard near Shippensburg Pennsylvania owned by F McDonald. He suffers three bullet wounds and a broken jaw after a fist fight and gun battle with Clem Noche and two sons Paul and Carl. Zirk Maoberry disappeared after helping Collier to the McDonald premises. Neighbors describe a continued exchange of fire from a cornfield as the fray escalated into what townsfolk call a miniature war. No charges yet as injuries determine next steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Collier
Shippensburg
F. McDonald
Darkenville
Chambersburg
Clem Noche
Paul
Carl
Mainsville
Zirk Maoberry
Virginia
McDonald Orchard
Collier
McDonald
Pennsylvania
Charles Pitzer
Arden
Berkeley
Moorberry
Casper Shirk
Stony Point
Shirk
Maoberry
First Fire Alarm In Weeks at Reardon Residence
An early morning fire on South Braddock Street triggered the first alarm in weeks. A burning chimney at Mrs. M. H. Reardon's home prompted firefighters to deploy chemical extinguishers and extinguish the blaze with no property damage reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Reardon
South Braddock Street
Los Angeles Airship Set for First Overland Flight
The Navy Department grants authority for the Los Angeles airship to begin its first extensive overland flight since the Shenandoah disaster. Commander Rosendahl will select a date after October 11 for departure, from Lakehurst New Jersey or Newport Rhode Island, en route to Detroit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Los Angeles
Shenandoah
Navy Department
Detroit
Charles E. Rosendahl
Lakehurst
N. J
Patoka
Newport
R. I
Horner Delays Show While Club Remodels Gym
Jack Horner athletic promoter says no events this week as dressing rooms are rebuilt and gym equipment installed at the Business Men's Athletic Club in the City Auditorium. The club plans a premier volleyball team and an elimination boxing tournament is set for the next card, with Horner arranging the matches for the upcoming show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Horner
Business Men’s Athletic Club
City Auditorium
Silveekne
Horner
Rev Clarence Woods Resigns to Lead Ohio Church
The Rev Clarence Woods, former pastor of Centenary Reformed Church and later in charge of two Augusta county churches, resigns to accept a call at Wilson Avenue Reformed Church in Columbus Ohio effective October 138.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Woods
Centenary Reformed Church
Augusta County
Wilson Avenue Reformed Church
Columbus
Ohio
Massey to retire as superintendent of parish farm
John M Massey informs Frederick county supervisors he will resign as superintendent of the county parish farm effective March 1 next due to ill health of his wife. The board must appoint a new superintendent by December 1. Massey has served five years and improved inmate facilities and safety before plans to move to Clarke county's Schlack farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of
Frederick County Supervisors
John M.massey
Massey
Chas. H. Schlack
Clarke County
Auto Accidents Toll 16 Daily Across U S States
Commerce Department reports an average of more than 16 deaths daily from auto accidents during 86 weeks of 1926 in the United States. The figure translates to an annual death rate of 18.9 per 100000 people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Aring
Commerce Department
Dutch Mail Boxes on Wheels Boost Amsterdam Postal Time
Mail boxes on wheels attached to tram backs in Amsterdam speed letter collection. At the post office halt the boxes are emptied and bags rushed to sorting rooms, saving several hours in delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Amsterdam
Fine Talent In Musical Comedy Opens At Empire
Jimmie Hodges and a 25 member company arrive from Cumberland Md to open the Empire season. The show features Mary Farrell Geo B Twyman Jim a Dean and others with nightly scenery changes and pictures. Prices 15 25 for children and 35 50 for adults with a 2 30 Saturday matinee. Twyman reappears as principal comedian alongside Mary Farrell after a Denver run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmie Hodges
Cumberland
Marylane Theatre
Hagerstown
Mpire
the Empire
Mary Farrell
Geo. B. Twyman
Jima Dean
Bobbie Rogers
Mildred Elaine
Ollie Hodges
Eddie Paige
Steve Raimen
Bobbie Gore
Herman Stein
Ted de Turk
Chas Freelana
George Kennedy
Nere
Twyman
Denver
Colo
George B. Twyman
Mary Farrell Players
SPECIAL SALE On Demonstrated Vacuum Cleaner
NORTHERN VA POWER CO FOR SALE Hartz Mountain canaries males 4 5 females 59 cents Cliffora st 1p 1t
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern VA. Power CO
Hartz Mountain Canaries
TANNERIES BUILT BY THOMAS COV ER TO SHUT DOWN
Riverside Potomac and Baltimore Star tanneries owned by Union Tanning to be closed. Potomac Tannery at Mayfield Hardy County built by Thomas Cover circa 30 years ago sold to Union Tanning in 1905. Bark costs and labor totals cited. yearly payroll about $60,000 with 800 hides daily capacity and 46 tons of bark used per day.
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Riverside
Potomac
Baltimore Star
Union Tanning Company
Vetside Tannery
Petersburst County
W. Va
Engeman and Taylor
Cover
Potomac Tannery
Mavorefield
Hardy County
Thomas Cover
Winchester
Tanning Company
Lo&ity
South America
Firemen Consider Indoor Carnival Plans
A special Firemen's Welfare Association meeting at Rouss Hall with about fifteen members discussed moving an outdoor carnival to an indoor event. President Barr presided and plans aimed at using the main exhibition building at the fair grounds for the carnival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Firemen's Welfare Association
Rouss Hall
Barr
Emmert Fashion Show Lights Empire Theatre Stage
The semi annual show by F. S. Emmert Sons and Co. drew a packed Empire audience. Dancers from Pemberton studios showcased 1920s to ancient periods, with gowns, coats, and wedding attire from Huntsberry's and Emmertatores. Local models from Winchester Martinsburg and Washington presented period fashion with the latest styles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. S. Emmert Sons and Company
Winchester
Martinsburg
Empire Theatre
Stafford Pembertton
Wochester
Washington
Pemberton
Cmmonstrators
Frances Kline
Grace Larrick
Cornelia Gray
Mrs. Wells
Windham
Kennedy
Services at Galilee church canceled Sunday
There will be no preaching at Galilee Disciples Church Sunday as ministers attend a meeting in West Virginia. Sunday school will proceed as usual. Ford sedan for sale in good condition at a cheap quick sale, call 147R between 6:40 and 7 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galiles Disciples Church
West Virginia
Byrd North Pole Plane Starts 7000 Mile Tour
Commander Byrd departs from Washington aboard the Miss Josephine Ford for a 7000 mile circular tour to promote civilian aviation. Floyd Bennett will take over command in New York as Byrd returns to lead the journey from the rear. The voyage is funded by the Guggenheim fund and aims to boost public interest in aviation nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Whccc
R. B. Byre
North Pole
Byrd
New York City
Floyd Bennett
Josephine Ford
Guggenheim Aviation Fund
Commerce Department
MecCracken
Extreme
Northwest
United States
Eeeere Avisation
Francisco
Guepenheims
Daniel Guegenhel
Department of
Miller Field
New York
Richard E. Byrd
Trans-Polar Ag
British Royalty On Holiday Kept Early Routine
London reports that during a recuperating royal holiday the King’s pipe major wakes the guests at 7 30 a m with Cock o the North. Breakfast at 8 aids departure for shooting with the King. Queen Mary reviews domestic plans and menus before visiting friends. Dinner at 7 p m features a light banter about the shooting bag and less expert relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Queen Mary
Local Autoists In Baltimore Hospital From Auto Accident
Frederick Maryland October 7 Mr and Mrs Charles House Burkittsville Md are at City Hospital after their auto was struck by a Virginia car near Petersville The Virginia driver a young couple from near Winchester were taken to a Baltimore hospital with severe lacerations The Virginia car skidded and struck the Houses vehicle Both cars were badly damaged Mrs House suffered facial lacerations and a broken knee cap Mr House sustained head injuries
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Babe's A Big Drawing Card In World Series Report
The crowd fills the park for the fifth World Series game between the Cardinals and the Yankees. Pennock and Sherdel face off with Hallahan sizing up hitters as Ruth Gehrig Dugan and Hornsby appear among the noted stars. Managers and umpires listed, as the ballpark buzzes with high hopes and strong team pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardinals
St. Louis
Ruth
Pen
Willie
Sherdel
Penn
Hess T
Gamie
New -York
Combe
Gehrig
Dugan
Pennock
Saiaher
Douthit
Pearceworth
Hornsby
Bottomley
More Weakness Develops in Stock Market
Farther weakness developed in today's stock market as traders rallied some issues but failed to sustain gains. Bear selling intensified across utilities with prices dropping several points and the money rate cut to 4 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New -York
Hair Anc
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British Miners’ Federation
Frank B. Crawford
Mr. Duffey
Navy
Lieut
Chas Benter
U. S. Navy
Fr. & M. Bank Guardian
Fred, W. Forney
Dave Collier
Cornfield
E! i
Shirk Home
Jack. Horner
Mr. Woods
Parish Farm
John M. Massey
Thomas
Emmert
Galilee
Baltimore Hospital
Park
Herb
Willie Sherdel
Tver
Dineen
Hildebrand
Agile
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