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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1922

Page

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Greece to lead peace talks after Madania armistice

The Associated Press reports that talks to shape general peace terms and neutralize the Dardanelles proceed after the Mudania armistice. Greece and Turkey expected to request U S participation with Venizelos as Greece’s plenipotentiary. date and venue undetermined.

Associated Press London Madania Near East Dardanelles United States Thrace Othe Mudania Apies Venizelos Greece Turkey

Harvard Educator Leads Winchester Schools Vocational Guidance Series

Dr. John M. Brewer of Harvard spoke to Winchester Public Schools teachers on aims and methods of guidance, focusing on six steps from school years to workforce success. He urged democratic, nonautocratic guidance and advised how schools can help students discover abilities. Parents may attend a Thursday 8 p.m. session at Handley Library for further insights.

John M. Brewer Harvard University Winchester Public Schools Brewer Handley Library

Funeral services for Alfred S. Green held in Winchester

Funeral services for the late Alfred S. Green, prominent Winchester merchant, will be at 4 p.m. Thursday at the family residence on South Washington street. Rev A A Kelly of Grace Lutheran Church officiates. Interment is in Mount Hebron Cemetery. Active pallbearers include Godfrey Miller and several Miller brothers. honorary pallbearers are Grace Church council members. It is likely members of the George Washington Hotel Corporation board and Rotary Club officers will attend.

Alfred S. Green Winchester South Washington Street A. A. Kelly Grace Lutheran Church Mount Hebron Cemetery Godfrey Miller William C. Miller William R. Miller G. Clarence Miller G. O. Miller George Baetjer Robert

Friendship Fire Co Regular Meeting Discuss Uniform Shirts

The Friendship Fire Company will meet Thursday evening October 12 at 8 o clock. The agenda includes a discussion of uniform shirts and other important matters to be presented at the gathering. Capt Fred W Forney signs the notice.

Empire Theatre Prices Advertise Value To Public

The Empire Theatre promotes nightly changes of program with Paramount First National and other feature pictures. It boasts fresh releases, popular stars, Mack Sennett comedies, Aesop's Fables, Pathe News, and daily topics. Admission is 5c for children and 15c for adults with no tax. prices claim to be the best in town and offer family value. It warns against cheap prices and assures good service and entertainment.

Empire Theatre Paramount First National The Empire Mack Sever Keith Jim Aesop Pathe the Empire Harold Sdloyd Bebe Daniels Prohomer Rownd

Leaders Declare Peery Wise Win

Bristol Virginia October 10 Victory for George C Peery Democratic candidate for Congress in the Ninth Virginia district is forecast in statements issued for the local newspaper by Gov E Lee Trinkle former Gov Henry Stuart Harry F Byrd Democratic State Chairman and R Combs district chairman. The statements praise Peery and assail the Republican Administration with Trinkle saying the time is at hand for Democratic redemption.

Bristol George C. Peery Congress Virginia E. Lee Trinkle Henry Stuart Harry F. Byrd R. Combs Peery Trinkle

Men Wanted For Winter Work At Colonial Brick Plant

Employment available for several reliable men at Colonial Brick Corporation. New applicants will have work the entire winter at the plant. Apply at colonial brick plant location.

Colonial’ Brick Corporation Sines Ek Ae

Four Planes In Aerial Parade Over Winchester

A rare sight as four airplanes flew in formation over town shortly after 10 am. The group traveled westward carrying mail along the U S aerial route, drawing hundreds of onlookers who watched the four “giant birds” pass high above on a clear fall morning.

Virginia United States Winchester

Delegate to Prison Meeting Named by Governor

City Sergeant Adam Forney received a governor signed commission appointing him Virginia's delegate to the American Prison Association congress in Detroit October 12 to 18. The commission was signed by Governor Trinkle and secretary B O James. He will be unable to attend due to duties at home.

Adam Forney Trinkle Richmond Forney Virginia The American Prison Association Detroit Mich Triatkle B. O. James Commonwealth

Women Organize Democratic Club in Handley Library

The Democratic Women's Club was formed at Handley Library with plans for an active campaign before November 7. Mrs E L Wunder was elected president Miss Frances Beverley secretary and Mrs Martin Wise Carver treasurer. Representative T W Harrison spoke at the organizing meeting and enrollment of voters continues.

Democratic Women’s Club Handley Library E. L. Wunder Frances, Beverley Martin Wisecarver T. W. Harrison Congress Virginia

Captain Kurtz Improves at Winchester Home

Captain George W. Kurtz, prominent Winchester businessman and one of the few surviving Stonewall Brigade officers, is gradually regaining strength at his South Main street home after several weeks illness. Relatives and friends report he is feeling better than at any time since his illness began.

George W. Kurtz Winchester Stonewall Brigade South Main Street Kurtz

Photographer offers home portrait sessions

An announcement by L. V. Jolliffe states readiness to take photographs at residences, described as the place where clients and their children feel most comfortable. The notice is concise and informal, indicating home photography service.

Handley Schools Seek Swing Saw Men and Blacksmiths

Classified notice seeks 1 swing saw man and 1 blacksmith for Handley schools with 50 laborers contracted by J. Lo Crouse Contracting Co from 11 AM to 4 PM.

Handley Schools J. Lo Crouse ‘Contracting CO

Rummage Sale and Help Wanted Notes

Bargain Friday and Saturday at 46 Main St offering items for sale. Apple pickers wanted at 515 S Wash St by 11 to 1. New barrels for sale at Winchester Cold Storage Corp by 11 to 1. Lost gold watch fob mentioned with partial location and reward offer.

Main S. Wash Winchester Cold Storage—Corp

Carl Kremer to wed Miss Bowen in Mount Pleasant Church

Invitations announce the marriage of Miss Mary Elizabeth Bowen of Washington to Carl Peter Kremer of Winchester. The ceremony is set for 8 p m Saturday October 28 at Mount Pleasant Methodist Episcopal Church South. Kremer is the son of Mr and Mrs Charles P Kremer and has worked with the United States Shipping Board in Washington for several years.

Emmett Wilbur Bowen Washingston Mary Elizabeth Bowen Carl Peter Kremer Winchester Mount Pleasant Methodist Episcopal Church South Mr. Kremer Charles P. Kremer Washington United States Shipping Board

Child Collides With Automobile On South Braddock Street

The young son of Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Schmidt was injured when he ran into a car near their Washington street home around 9:30 this morning. He suffered cuts and bruises near an ear but no broken bones. Driver Clayborn Hoover reported stopping to avoid the child and then continuing when safe.

T. L. Schmidt Washington South Braddock Street C. R. Anderson Clayborn Hoover Doran Hoover Nat

Mrs Ernest Batt Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

Mrs Ernest Batt of Reynolds Store Virginia underwent a surgical operation for appendicitis this morning at Memorial Hospital. She was reported in stable condition.

Ernest Batt Reynolds Store Memorial Hospital

Big Elephant Hiding in Swamp Lands Near Wilmington

The Turkish elephant named Topsy escaped Monday night and swam the Brunswick river to the swampy river bottoms. Residents fear thick jungle and alligators hinder capture as keepers struggle to bring her in. Property damage tops a thousand dollars plus toppled cars and damaged fences and lawns.

Wilmington N. C Wwasc Brunswick

Dry bar gates greet Garfield news in New York

The American ship President Garfield reached New York on October 11 amid a dry bar scene as the Daugherty ruling arrived by radio. Passengers departed en route, with some stocking private provisions in their cabins while the bar remained closed.

New York Garfield Daugherty

Ford Car Reported Stolen From City Hall Plaza

Vehicle records show a 1921 Ford with Virginia license 51 987 and motor 4 856 679 reported stolen to Chief of Police Doran by the owner at City Hall Plaza.

Cpa Doran Virginia

Orndorffs Buy Clevenger Farm

The Louie R. Clevenger farm of 228 acres four miles northwest of Winchester on the Welltown pike sold to brothers Lee and Archie Orndorff for about 40000 dollars. The productive limestone land includes two apple orchards farm buildings and a large dwelling. The property will be split equally with Lee taking the buildings section and Archie taking the rest.

Louie R. Clevenger Winchester Welltown Pike Lee Archie Orndorff Brothers Orndorff

Europe S War Heroes Here for Convention

Twenty three decorated war heroes from seven European countries arrived in New York on the La Lorraine en route to New Orleans for the Interallied Federation of Veterans convention. American Legion officials greeted them at quarantine and Battery, with reception by Rear Admiral Hilary P. Jones and Major General Hale. They then toured Fifth Avenue in automobiles and boarded a special train to Washington to place a bronze tablet on the Unknown Soldier grave at Arlington before heading to New Orleans.

New York la Lorraine New Orleans Federation of Veterans American Legion Rea Hilary P. Jones Hale City Hall Fifth Avenue Washington Arlington Cemetery

Orchard Supply Co Delivers Packing and Picking Aids

The Trescott Grader with a new roller conveyor speeds apple inspection and reduces labor. Complete stock of picking aiming supplies and orchard ladders offered at low prices to meet all needs.

WIN Orchard Supply Co

Passing of a gentle soul in personal loss to community

Obituary tribute for Walter Cox recounts his charitable work at a big business, leadership in church, devotion as husband and father, and the tragic strain that led to his death. The piece laments the shock and grief felt by townspeople and prays for comfort and wisdom for his family.

Hit Brea Walter Cox

Dr Brewer To Address School Patrons On Vocational Guidance

The Handley Library Auditorium hosts a meeting for parents and patrons at eight tonight where Dr John M Brewer will discuss Vocational Guidance. He has introduced the subject in the curriculum and now conducts daily faculty classes to develop it further.

Handley Library John M. Brewer Brewer

Rotary Memorial Meet Cancelled Luncheon Postponed

Rotary Club announces no 1 PM Thursday luncheon due to the death of Rotarian A L Green. Members will gather at the usual room at that hour for a brief 15 minute memorial session with possible speeches honoring Mr Green as a citizen and Rotarian.

H. D Fuller Rotary Club A. L. Green Masang Snssami Green

Ford Touring Car For Sale With Parts And Good Condition

For sale a 1921 Ford Touring Car with starter and demountable rims. Good condition. Contact H. R. Bryarly at 22 Rouss Ave, Winchester, Virginia. Date appears as 10-10-10-35.

Ford H. R. Bryarly Rouss Ave Winchester de VM

Old Deed Reveals Original Lot Bought With Confederate Money

The George Washington Hotel Corporation plans rapid work on the site at Piccadilly and Market. EKichelberger bought the lot in 1863 with Confederate bonds. The company has acquired about half the original parcel for 26 000 in United States money and will feature two entrances facing Piccadilly and Market.

Pivens George Washington Eichelberger Tear Tober W. BH Piccadilly Street Market’ Street Mote Y Khown Charles EB. Wichelberg Jr Confederate Money Corporation Cour Market Kent Streets Mary Lee A. H. Miller

Men Wanted Learn Radiator Molding Jobs

Radiator Corp seeks workers at West Newton Pennsylvania. Wages start at $3.60 per day with up to nine hours per day. Learn radiator molding and earn as you train. potential $5.25 per day as you gain skill. No strikes or labor troubles expected. Apply promptly for steady work.

Radiator Corp West Newton Chance Ae Neil

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Armiswaudania American ‘Aid United. States Venizelous Protocol Alfred. L. Green Saga Herrell Grou Women Organize Democratic Club L. V Jolliffe J. T Athletic ‘Association Girls’ Athletic Association Amerie Legion North Main Bluebeard Ukulul Jack Horner Nancy Crisman Opal Robinson Janet ‘Rinker Salome Crisman Lucy Sprint Hilda Dean Nan Keating Margaret Kelehner George Fansler Carl Kremer Miss Bowen Barman Orndorffs Clevenger Farm Europe AL Green DR. Brewer Rotary Phone Frank Baylis
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