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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1928

Page

1

Apple prices in Europe markets show satisfactory demand

Edwin Smith of the Agricultural Department reports European apple markets in Rotterdam Hamburg and Copenhagen are satisfactory in early October. Dutch exports in barrels and bulk crates affect concourse. Grimes Golden prices rise in Britain as early demand grows, with London paying premiums over Liverpool.

Washington Edwin Smith Agricultural Department Europe Rotterdam Hamburg Copenhagen Switzerland Luxemburg Czechoslovakia Turk Rumania Germany Denmark Grimes Great Britain York

Rally Day Observed at Brethren Church Sunday School

Tomorrow will be Rally Day at the First Brethren Church on Berryville Pike with Sunday school opening at 9 20 a m led by Charles Buhl. Rev EF J Rohart calls for punctual attendance and renewal of commitment to God and Christ with a 10 30 a m program and open invitation to all to worship and learn. Mr Vernon Wrenn of Registered Service International returned home to Greensbor o N C after a business visit.

First Brethren Church Berryville Pike Charles Buhl EF. J. Rohart Jesus Christ Lord Jesus Christ

Visitor Captain Larmore Dies in Neffstown Home

Captain Samuel H. Larmore of Ty nskin Maryland died of heart failure at 7 30 this morning while visiting Mr and Mrs Coleman Dunn in Neffstown near Winchester He was 62 and had arrived day before from Harrisonburg Va Early plans to return home were cut short by the sudden collapse The coroner ruled natural causes and the body was prepared for burial The hay man had traveled for N E Mohn and Co of New Bern NC and was a well known Chesapeake Bay skipper for 35 years He was a Mason and member of other orders.

Samuel H. Larmore Tynskin Wicomoco County Coleman Dunn Neffstown Winchester Larmore Maryland Mr. Dunn Dunn New Bern Captain Larmore Tyaskin N. C

Joseph A Hawkins Dies Near Bethel Leading County Farmer

Joseph A. Hawkins a leading farmer of the northern county died last night at his home near Bethel from paralysis after a brief illness. Born November 20, 1849 he lived his life in the county, joined the church as a youth and was esteemed by all. Survived by two children James R. Hawkins and Mrs Tda Marple a half brother William Hawkins his wife Anna Lewis predeceased him. Funeral Monday at Old Bethel M E Church South with services by Rev Charles Wagner and Rev John Banks burial there pallbearers named Arthur Cather B V Unger W Fl Cochran Lee Bennett Carter McFarland Charles Loy.

Joseph A. Hawkins Bethel Mr. Hawkins George W. Hawkins Elizabeth Spilman Berfore Anna T. Lewis George Lewis James R. Hawkins Tda Marple William Hawkins Old Bethel M. E. Church South Charles Wagner John Banks Arthur Cather B. V. Unger W. Fl. Cochran Lee Bennett Carter McFarland Charles Loy

Getzendanners' Riley sale ready at Charles Town

Auction at Charles Town West Virginia on Thursday October 25 features good fresh cows heifers steers butcher cattle and shoats offered by Getzendanners and Riley with sale details noted.

Getzendanners’ & Riley Charles Town W. Va

Governor Byrd clashes with Hepburn over Virginia progress

Governor Harry F. Byrd publicly contradicted Dr. David Hepburn superintendent of the Virginia Anti-Saloon League. Hepburn denied claiming Virginia’s progress came from the national Republican administration and cited a telegram sent last Tuesday. The governor asserted Hepburn twisted his remarks and defended his own view that Virginia progressed in spite of the Republicans.

Virginia Harry F. Byrd David Hepburn Virgnia Anti-Saloon League Hepburn National Republican Anti-Saloon League of Pennsylvania Herbert Hoover

Tragic death of Wil liam Armstead near Baltimore and Ohio tracks

Wil liam Armstead, 45, was found mangled along the Baltimore and Ohio tracks at the north end of the yards after reportedly falling into an embankment and being run over by an apple train from the east. His Airdale dog stood guard at the scene as workers moved the body to Kurtz undertaking. Armstead, once a poolroom operator, lived with his wife in Harrisburg and leaves a brother James and sisters Rose Green Catherine and Minnie.

William Armstead Baltimore and Ohio Delmer H. Robinson C. L. Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Corporation Armstead Robinson Fred Robinson J. C. Hahn Cameron Street Hahn Delmar Robinson C. Lee Barr Kurtz Undertaking Establishment Airdale James Armstead Harrisburg Rose Green Catherine Armstead Minnie Armstead East Piccadilly Street Robinson Ice and Cold Storage Plant

Jenkins Is Out Paroled After School Controversy

Arthur H. Jenkins of Albin was jailed Thursday by Justice Weems for refusing to send his children to the Albin school. He was paroled yesterday to aid County Superintendent Leslie D. Kline in investigating alleged demoralizing influences at the school while agreeing to send his children to class.

Arthur H. Jenkins Albin Justice Weems Weems Jenkins Leslie D. Kline I Kline Frederick County School

Byrd to speak on campaign issues at Strand Theatre

Governor Harry F. Byrd will address campaign issues at 7 30 p m Monday October 22 at the Strand Theatre Strasburg Virginia The political advertisement notes the event and location in a brief notice.

Harry F. Byrd Strand Theatre Strasberg

Alvin York Endorses Governor Smith in Tennessee

Sergeant York in a Nashville hospital after an operation sent a message to the Democratic National Committee praising Governor Smith. Major General Henry T. Allen announced the endorsement, highlighting Yorks influence in Tennessee and confidence that the state would vote Democratic. York expected to leave the hospital this week.

New York Nashville Alvin C. York Democratic National Committee Smith Henry T. Allen Democratic Veterans’ Organization Tennessee York General Allen Chateau Thréery Marshal Facieau

Indictments Return in Fisher Case At Keyser West Virginia

Eighteen indictments with nearly 70 counts are returned by the October grand jury against Dr. Otto Fisher nurse Luella Weisel Orville Liskey and Herbert Liskey all of Harrisonburg Virginia for murder abortion and related charges connected to the death of Lonnie Beckone. Trials tentatively set for Oct 29 with a special panel of 75 jurors and motions to quash planned for Oct 24.

Otto Fisher Luella Weisel Orville Liskey Herbert Liskey Harrisonburg John A. Jay Valentine Mineral County Keyser W. Va Dr. Fisher

Winchester Council Meeting Fails to Reach Quorum

An attempt to hold a special Winchester City Council meeting failed due to only four or five members attending. Weston E. Fuller of Swarthmore Pa proposed a survey of the water and sewer systems and a report on rates to fund self support. Plans included meter installation with two rate options and associated costs.

Weston E. Fuller Swarthmore Winchester Fuller Council

Governor pardons Indiana anti saloon league official

Governor Ed Jackson pardons Dr FE F Shumaker former superintendent of the Indianapolis Anti Saloon League before he began a 60 day contempt sentence. The pardon cites excessive penalty though he must still pay a $251 fine imposed by the Indiana Supreme Court.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind Ed. Jackson FE. F. Shumaker Anti-Saloon League Indiana Supreme Court Shumaker Putnamville Pliny Wolford Supreme Court

Slab and Kindling Wood Sold by Glaze & Co

Slab and kindling wood offered at 2.50 per load by Glaze and Brother. Utility details and exact lot not provided in the fragment.

Glaize & Bro

Reasonable Charges for Winchester Steam Laundry

A brief ad notes sensible rates for Winchester Steam Laundry with contact phone 238 and a concise claim of economical service.

Winchester Steam

Seed Rye Seeded by L. I. Stultz on Valley Pike

Local tale notes L I Stultz sowing Thosen seed rye along Valley Pike. The item references a field near a rural byway and mentions a date fragment with no broader context. No further details are provided.

L. i. Stultz Mih Valley Pike

Winchester to be center for doors and rubber heel plant

Plans for reorganization of the Factories Building Corporation and Acorn Manufacturing Company led by R. J. Funkhouser of New York-Hagerstown. The Valley Pike site in Winchester will house refrigerator door production and rubber heel manufacture, with machinery from chairs repurposed and room for new equipment. Most local stockholders have signed to ratify the merger creating Victor Cool Continued on Page Five.

Winchester Asta Factories Building Corporation Acorn Manufacturing Company R. J. Funkhouser New York Hagerstown Valley Pike H. H. Jennings Jennings Funkhouser Enterprises Mr. Jennings Funkhouser New Jersey

Col John Saunders to Speak at City Hall on Oct 23

Col John R Saunders Virginia attorney general and prominent prohibition advocate will address voters at the Auditorium Tuesday October 23 at 8 pm in support of the Democratic ticket. He has a long record in Virginia politics and is considered a leading statesman and speaker. The event is expected to draw a full audience.

Col John Saunders City Hall John R. Saunders Virginia Col. Saunders Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia King and Queen County Virginia Senate State Senate

Heavy Frost Forecast For Tonight In This Section

The United States Weather Bureau issued a special warning of heavy frost for tonight as frost arrives a month later than normal. Sheriff Pannett notes that the first frost in autumn 1911 did not occur until November 11, marking a late start to the season.

United States Weather Bureau Pannett

Democratic literature available at Water Street HQ

All persons interested in the Democratic cause may call at 39 E Water Street Democratic Headquarters to obtain literature buttons photographs and automobile bags. Mrs Nott and Miss Cooper will be there at any time to assist.

E. Water Street Democratic

Garber to Speak at Colonial Theatre Monday Evening

Hon J A Garber candidate for Congress to present his views in a clear cut manner at the Colonial Theatre Monday October 22 at 7 30 p m Ladies invited political advertisement notes a silver tongued orator and outlines the issues in concise terms

J. A. Garber Congress

Cannon backs wet over dry in Virginia politics

Dr John Garland Pollard accused Bishop James Cannon of aiding political allies who favored prohibition in word but not deed. He cited Cannon's past support for candidates who drank alcohol while public good demanded dry policy. The Democratic rally in Newport News examined Cannon’s influence and Byrd’s accusations.

Associated Press Newport News Alfred E. Smith New York James Cannon Methodist Church Virginia Smith John Garland Pollard Pollard Democratic Organization Cannon General Assembly Byrd Bishop Cannon Poed Couseie General Assem

What Right Have Little Frogs To Croak

Letter from Mountain Falls Virginia dated October 20 1928 arguing in favor of Al Smith in the presidential race. The writer portrays Smith as a self made Catholic supporter of the common people and compares him to Christian virtue while challenging opponents to speak up.

de Star Re E. Smith al Sm Democratic Party Ith Brotherhood of Man Winchester Handley Library Handley High School al Smith

Democratic Campaign Meetings Schedule in Frederick County

Announcement lists public speaking gatherings by Democrats at multiple school houses and local stores across Frederick County. Dates span September through November with speakers including W. W. Glass, B. Harrison, J. Helsley, Capt. Frank Wray, L. D. Kline, T. Russell Cather, N. Cray Williams, and others.

Miss Hagecorn Announces Dancing Class at George Washington Hotel

Miss Hagecorn announces the opening of her dancing class at the George Washington Hotel on Friday October 26. The notice notes schedule details and invites participation.

George Washington Hotel

Also Mentioned on This Page

APPLE Grimes Golden Hallowe’en The Brethren Church Vernon Wrenn Registered Service International Greensborg, N, C Visitor Bay Boat Shenandoah Apple Products Corp Strasburg, Va Bowie’s Flying Field Berryville Orchard Wf. F. Byrd Strickler Wagner Aru Tran Butler’s Packing House Centenary Reformed Church National Fruit Product Co, Inc Alvin York Fisher Indiana U. S. League Acorn Mfg. Co Colonial Theatre Churchman J. B. Crowell Mountain Falls, Va Frederick Co Star Tannery Loher Glass Harrison
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