Cedar tree removal tax assessed on apple growers
An order from Frederick County Circuit Court mandates taxes on apple growers in three magisterial districts to reimburse the county for cedar tree cutting. Rates: Stonewall 60c per acre over 10 years and 30c per acre 2–10 years. Shawnee 30c and 15c. Opequon 80c and 40c. Delinquent taxes after 30 days from Oct 18 are to be collected like other taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Cour
Frederick County
Shawnee
Stonewall
Opequon
Pal
Lodge on League of Nations United Front for Peace
Senator Lodge of Massachusetts argued at Union College in June 1915 that nations must unite to deter war. He said a united force behind peace would compel aggressors to respect courts and enforce peaceful decisions. He emphasized using united nations power to uphold peace beyond arbitral disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Nations
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Union College
Fords Sell Fast Says Chapman Auto Sales
Chapman Auto Sales reports brisk demand with Ford models selling quickly. Dealers emphasize aggressive pricing and steady buyer turnout as tides of early summer push inventory. Local customers seek reliable, affordable vehicles amid limited selections.
American Bankers Association OKs Foreign Trade Financing Plan
The American Bankers Association approved a proposal to organize a 100 million dollar corporation to finance the nation's foreign trade. President Hawes was authorized to convene bankers and business leaders to work out plans for forming the corporation under the new finance law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
American Bankers’ Association
Hawes
Association
Committee Ce and Merchant Marine
Court Orders Aaron Mellinger to Pay Over Estate Funds
In Frederick County Circuit Court the executor Aaron G. Mellinger is ordered to transfer $3,000 to trustee H. S. Larrick and pay $475 in accrued interest from his father Daniel H. Mellinger’s death on February 27 1918. The will had directed the money be held for the widow Mary Jane Mellinger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel H. Mellinger
Frederick County
Aaron G. Mellinger
Mellinger
Mary Jane Mellinger
M. M. Lynch
Lynch
Woman Urges A New League
A letter from France to Senator Joseph France of Maryland proposes reorganizing the league of nations. It requests an international convention of peace advocates and mirrors ideas offered to Senator Harding. The writer claims to reflect French public sentiment, though the French government is not involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
France
Joseph France
Maryland
League of Nations
Friends of Peace
Harding
Harding Leaves Marion for Two Day Speaking Tour
Senator Harding departed Marion on a special train bound for Jackson the first stop of a two day campaign swing. He will conclude the trip tomorrow night with an address in Buffalo New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Marion
Harding
Jackson
Buffalo, N. Y
New Equipment Plans for the Baltimore and Ohio Rail Line
Washington October 20 The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad applied to the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to join the national railway service corporation's first equipment trust. It seeks 1 000 box cars 2 200 hopper cars 500 refriger ator cars and 50 locomotives with $14 000 000 total funding including notes of $12 000 090 and $10 000 000 in cash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Interstate Commerce Commission
National Railway Service Corporation
First Equipment Trust
Bulk apples offered with assorted varieties at Cumberland depot
HAINES JT advertises bulk apples including Staymans Black Twigs Ganos Yorks and Bens picked 2 1 4 inches up. Also accepts a few cars of clean drops. Hurry. Cumberland Valley Depot.
Towns in Shenandoah Valley Awaited Presidential Visit
News spread across the upper Shenandoah Valley that President Woodrow Wilson and Mrs. Wilson would travel along the Valley pike to Hot Springs. Edinburg to Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg to Middletown rumors spread, leading to school closings, business halts, and public displays, but Wilson never appeared in Harrisonburg.
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Shenandoah Valley
Woodrow Wilson
Hot Springs
Edinburg
Harrisonburg
Wilson
Pierce-Arrow
Woodrow
Washington
Employers Indebted to Gov Cox Highlight Ohio Labor Links
W S Thomas president Thomas Mfg Co and member of the Ohio Manufacturers Association from Springfield credits Governor Cox with maintaining harmonious and equitable relations between employers and employees across his three administrations. He emphasizes the governor's ability to retain the confidence and respect of both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Cox
W.S. Thomas
Thomas Mfg. Co
Ohio Manufacturers’ Association
Springfield
Chapman’s Big Tire Sale On 32x4 and 30x3 Tires
Overstocks cleared with price cuts on 32x4 and 32x3 tires and 30x31 percent sizes plus tubes. Limited quantities, shop soon before sale ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman's
Chapman’s
FARMERS ADVISED ON BETTER WHEAT AND CORN RETURNS
An advertisement urges farmers to seek higher prices for wheat and corn, promising guidance from J. H. Berry of Winchester Virginia. The copy touts healthful family protection and the WEAR-EVER KITCHEN OUTFIT as sanitary and pure.
Notice to Taxpayers for Stonewall and Gainesboro Districts
1920 taxes for Stonewall and Gainesboro Districts are now ready. Frederick County treasurer Robt. S. Smith announces tax collection details. Also notices an item for sale a Ladies heavy winter coat and a 1920 Ford Tourin Self Starter with shock absorbers in good condition. Inquiries at Star Office.
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Stonewall
Gainesboro
Ss. Smith
Frederick Co
Care Star
Star Office
Wanted Apples For Cider Stock After Oct 10 1920
One hundred car loads of good clean cider stock wanted by Pene Te Fruit Products Co. to be ready for shipments after October 10, 1920.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pene Te Fruit Products CO
Banks urged to promote saving and investment nationwide
At the American Bankers Association convention Fred W. Ellsworth of the Hibernia Bank warned Americans hold about 3 billion in currency, urging bankers to push saving and invest in thrift programs. Bankers' groups outlined broad ad campaigns to educate the public on prudent finance and better use of money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Fred. W. Ellsworth
Hibernia Bank and Trust Company of
New Orleans
American Bankers’ Association
Mr. Ellsworth
Ellsworth
Savings Bank Section
Bosworth
Trust Company
The
Association For
Red Cross Plans Armistice Day Membership Drive
The Red Cross will launch its annual membership campaign on Armistice Day November 11. Dr. Livingston Farrand states the anniversary of World War I will renew public support through yearly dollar memberships. Mrs. H D Fuller urges renewals and new members to fund health work and support staff expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Livingston Farrand
Potomac
Red Cross
H. D. Fuller
Association
Keifer Pears Saling Dates and Government Permit Note
Fragmentary item notes Keifer Pears related to sailing dates and space in a steamer and a government permit. Mentions 25 West Piccadilly Street Winchester Virginia and an address for Yopponte Post Office.
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Thomas
West Piccadilly St
Pos
Winchester
U S Vote Freed Could Defeat British Six In Assembly
A letter from Mrs. E Virginia Smith cites a Republican pamphlet on the League of Nations Covenant and argues that the United States could defeat the British Empire in the Assembly by requiring a unanimous vote. The piece contrasts nation voting rights and urges reading the Covenant. Also reported is the arrest of Letcher Anderson in Winchester on perjury charges following an acquittal in a jail escape case involving Dewey Elliott. Anderson bailed and a preliminary hearing set for October 30.
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Star
Republican National Committee
British Empire
United States
League of Nations Covenant
Council
Assembly
France
Italy
Japan
Brazil
Belgium
Greece
Spain
League
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
India
Lve
Wilson
Léague
Thue
England
Dominions
Pacific
Great Britain
Panama
Cuba
Haiti
League of Nations
Letcher Anderson
Frederick County
Pannett
Justice Tavenner
Dewey Elliott
Winchester
Anderson
Larrick
OG. M. Lothhart
Andon
Pilcott
T. R. Cather
of Vily
West, Virginia
Courts of
Virginia
Tavenner
Ellott
Puffinberger
Miller
Anderaon
Eliott
Ee Eliott
Atate
Speaking dates of Democrats listed for October meetings
Campaign notice lists Democratic speaking dates in October across multiple towns including White Hall Gainesboro Brucetown Gore Cross Junction Middletown Winchester and other places. Speakers include T R Cather Philip Williams M M Lynch R Gray Williams Hop T W Harrison and Hon T W All at eight o'clock p.m. Luther Pannettt Campaign Chairman.
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White Hall
T. R. Cather
Philip Williams
Gainesboro
R. Gray Williams
Mr. Williams
Tober
Brucetown
M. M. Lynch
Gore
Cross Junction
T. Cather
Middletown
Hop
T. W. Harrison
Winchester
Luther Pannett
Notice to Auto Owners Seeks Free Gates Red Tube Offer
Notice offers a free tube with each tire and extra discounts at CAMMER & SON in Kernstown Virginia. The mangled ad promises 40 to 60 percent more value and urges readers to present the notice for the deal.
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Gates
Cammer & Son
Kernstown
Republican Speaking Dates In Harrisonburg Area
Hon John Morrison mayor of Harrisonburg campaigns in White Hall on Oct 20 Gainesboro Oct 21 Brucetown Oct 22 and Hon Frank Stypes in Harrisonburg Mount Williams Carpers Valley Cross Junction host rallies Oct 20 21 22 at 8 PM each night inviting the public.
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John Morrison
Harrisonburg
White Hall
Gainesboro
Brucetown
Frank Stypes
Mount Williams
Carpers Valley
Cross Junction
Apples for Export Consignments Inquiries
Alfred Aldridge of New York City acts as local agent for MacGeorge and Jordine Rat Auctioneers of Liverpool Island. J W Sibert is listed as another local contact with a New York address at 14-1p-61.
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Alfred. Aldridge
Franklin Forest
New York City
Macgeorge & Jordine Rat
Liverpool
Ysland
J. W. Sibert
Orchard Supply announces farm equipment and shop items
Winchester Orchard Supply Company advertises apple growing gear including Trescott apple graders presses hatches liners caps stamps ladders and conveyors. For sale a thirty acre Bartonville farm on Valley Pike with limestone sandy soil valued at 6000 to 11000 net. inquiries to owner Q F Andrewa Chicago. P A House visits sister in Baltimore Maryland.
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Valley Pike
Bartonville
Winchester
the Pike
Q. F. Andréwa
la Salle St
Chicago
Winchester Wins State Backing for New Textbooks
The State Board of Education approved use of modern digitized texts for Winchester pupils ahead of other districts, praising the local educational plan. The superintendent urged the city to unify behind the model school to ensure success and maintain high standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geheals Fy
J. Mo Hillmen
Ginija
of Education
Winchester
City
Two Famous Trains Involved in Collision and Fire
Emergency crews report multiple injuries after a collision on a central railroad line near Cleveland and a westbound train from Buffalo derailed. Early tallies list at least 15 injured, with several passengers and two train crews killed in the wrecks. Local hospitals anticipate casualties may rise as identities are confirmed and rescuers continue operations.
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Brie
Boston
Central Railroad
Cleveland
Union Station
Chicago
Beaton
Buffalo
Hig
Gustard Descamps
Migsolilty Moat
Alzor Carlson
Sebel, Minn
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Lodge
J. Whitlock
the & O
Haines
Cumberland Val
Pres. Wilson
Chool
Gov. Cox
J. H. Berry
Ronss Ave
Bulk York Imperials
Fred. L. Glaize
Cocoaeo Ieee
Thrift
Keifer Pears
Sam Haines
U.S
Britain
Mrs. E. Virginia Smith
Letch Anderson
Bott
Trescott
N. Market St
Peter R. Boxwell
Baledimore
State Board of Grants
Roanoke
Norfolk
Vax
Tyatieag
Bristol
New York
Bob's. CO
G. Hy Grim
W. Smith
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