08 Oct 1924
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1924
Page
1
Bentley McGra and the Giants from Johnson forged a comeback as Washington’s McNeely, star center fielder, errantly fielded a long single and threw wild to second. The error helped the Giants win 4 to 3 in the fifth game as McNeely sought redemption after a costly mistake. McNeely collected three hits in yesterday's contest, including a double and two singles.
Rain falls overnight in Washington but clears by afternoon. Forecast calls for good weather and a promising turnout for the afternoon game. Players and fans look to a bright, decisive matchup despite yesterday’s damp start.
The report describes a New York victory in the fifth World Series game with a home run by Qodse-Geslin and a Hank Gowdy on base. It notes Washington and New York scoring sequences, umpire lines and the expected sixth game in Washington. Managers McGraw and Harris prepared pitching staffs for the shift to the capital, lining up Neely Harris Rice Jett Judge Ruel Catcher Johnson among other positions.
The Tri-State League of Red Men and the Degree of Pocahontas met at Red Men's hall on Rouss avenue with officers led by Sister Cora Whissen. Sessions included addresses by Virginia leaders, a banquet by Minnehaha Council, and a joint evening meeting with Shawnee Tribe No. 2 and Minnehaha Council.
The Common Council met in regular session with President W A Baker presiding. They ordered no payment of unitemized bills from the Parish farm account and required itemized statements for all claims. A transfer of 310.67 was made from contingent to liability insurance to cover premiums, and time was given to the encroachments committee to review Grover Cooper’s drive in permit request.
Wanted cider and canning apples. Can use several cars at once. George Barrie room 3 29 N Main Street phone 525. First Mortgage 8 percent industrial bonds for sale call or write Hansbrough Carter. Turner Ashby Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy meeting Friday afternoon October 10 at 3 30 o'clock Handley Library by order of the President.
Attend Holmes Carper's sale on October 22 at Senseney road featuring pure-bred Jersey cows and heifers. Do not miss Kern's sale on Friday October 10 at 1 PM on Senseney road Ip.
Dr George G Snarr and Dr Allan T Hawthorne announce a new practice limited to Diseases and Surgery of the Eye Ear Nose and Throat at 110 North Braddock Street Winchester Virginia. The Handley Night School opens Monday Oct 13 registration 7 to 830 at John Kerr Building classes start that week with seven month terms offering English arithmetic bookkeeping shorthand typewriting and other in demand subjects.
Receipt notice reads Apples only accepted at the warehouse Whirlpool Works No pears stated and signed by F A Shrocko.
Mayor Ward assumed responsibility for the police force and urged a bigger force. Council approved his picks Hollis Gordon and Boyd for the next fiscal year while Gordon will serve as motorcycle policeman. A night officer position was deferred to the Mayor and Police Committee.
Regular drill Thursday evening at 7 30 o clock where woolen O D will be issued. All members must turn in cotton O W D issued to them. Lieutenant Lawrence C Hollis of the 116th Infantry commands the company.
Walter Johnson was chosen to start today’s World Series game in New York after Barney struggled in the first game. Nehi is expected to oppose Johnson again, while Johnson’s 12 strikeouts in a World Series game mark a historic feat amid Washington’s pennant season and Johnson’s long career with a losing team.
The Shenandoah dirigible sailed west from Alabama Mississippi border at 65 miles per hour 2500 feet up on Oct 8 as it neared Greenville Greenwood Starkville and Atlanta. Radio issues hampered land contact with Fort McPherson though pilot reports steady flight and progress toward Birmingham.
Free skating for ladies tomorrow afternoon from 2 to 5 at the Market Street Skating Rink. All ladies invited to be our guests at the rink. Also note evangelistic meetings at Odd Fellows Hall each night with Evangelist W W Long from Flintstone Md. Pastor Rev Peter DuBourg announces the events.
The Star posts that its average six month paid circulation is twice that of the Winchester competitor, with ninety percent of its reach within twenty miles. The paper claims exclusive publication of sworn circulation audits, arguing advertising value hinges on bona fide circulation.
An item notes a shipment of head-liners received by Robinson Cold Storage Corp. No further details on quantity or destination are provided.
Slemp Denes appears in charge of a major Senators effort with Bluege driving key hits and a notably fast infield. The season batting around .275 is cited as evidence of timely hitting. This reflects the Virginian president’s private secretary role amid broader political contention linked to Follette.
Harry A. Riddle, longtime general passenger agent for the Cumberland Valley Railroad, died suddenly at his home in Chambersburg Pa after an illness of about one hour. He was age death comes as Martinsburg and Winchester communities recall his frequent rail travel and business ties. He leaves a widow formerly Martha Hunter of Martinsburg and several children including Elizabeth, David, Hunter, Henry Alexander, and Robert.
The theatregoers question Seventeen a regular road show touring the South after a successful New York run at the Booth Theatre. Alfred Lunt Ruth Gordon and Gregory Kelly headline the original cast with the current troupe presenting Booth Tarkington's comedy The management notes the touring company and upcoming Friday performance.
Reader seeks cider and canning work or supplies. Contact by phone 525. Ad placed as a help wanted or classified notice in the local paper.
Robert Brown a colored jitney driver remains in a very grave condition at his North Kent street home after a serious pneumonia illness. The report says his condition is critical today and he is under medical care.
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh reports quote La Follette allies alleging a Republican slush fund used in campaigns. Senator Borah is urged to open an immediate investigation by the expenditure committee. The exchange centers on charges of improper fundraising and campaign finance.
The film Monsieur Beaucaire, praised as a lavish romance, is showing at the Empire Theatre with a 8:30 curtain. Tickets are available by calling 325 for reservations. the production features a 20 person cast with period costumes and stage equipment.
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