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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1921
Page
1
In a Winchester speech Governor Trinkle rejects Republican charges of 45 000 state and local employees as false and vague. He presents a detailed accounting of officers and staff across boards counties and cities and argues Democrats have offered facts not rhetoric to judge state administration.
Governor Westmoreland Davis called a conference of businessmen at the Richmond governor’s office at 12.30 today. Winchester and Frederick County Chamber president George B. Chapman was ill, sending secretary Thomas F. Burley to attend in his stead.
Mr Farmer advertises all wool overcoats made from wikieheater wool. Samples available at K Store with price and bargain offer.️
Senator E. Lee Trinkle endorses Boyd R. Richards for the House of Delegates from Winchester and Frederick County. The Democrat praises Richards as a farmer and orchardist with WWI service, noting Trinkle’s view that a Democrat will better handle roads and key issues in the next General Assembly.
Steven Yeatras of Winchester and Miss Stella Papadopulos of New York wed at Rouss Hall in Winchester. The first Greek ceremony here drew guests from New York Pittsburgh Harrisburg Hytown Martinsburg and other eastern cities. A Greek priest led rites with white and gold robes as an orchestra played Greek music and the American anthem. The reception featured an elaborate dinner and fruit punch before the couple departed for eastern cities. Yeatras is a senior partner of Yeatras and Semples Crystal Confectionery on North Main Street and a naturalized U.S. citizen.
British government seeks Charles expulsion from Hungary as former emperor presses claim to the throne. Reports say Hungarian forces surround Karls, with Cadastre of prisoners and an implied truce under negotiation to halt bloodshed amid ultimatums from Czechoslovakia and wary Yugoslav and Czech positions.
An advertisement from Conner's Bargain Store pledges support to farmers hit by rising material costs and falling prices, promising practical help and affordable winter supplies. The page also notes a Golden Rule Revival event, Odd Fellows attendance, a football game at Front Royal High School, and several local residents traveling for work or gatherings.
Handley High School defeated Waynesboro Pa High School 41 to 0 in the Cumberland Valley Athletic League opener. Potts and Kremer scored early in the second quarter, Cornwell kicked both goals, and Potts added three more touchdowns in the fourth. Kremer and the Winchester line led a strong end run and pass attack as the defense contained Waynesboro throughout.
Winchester citizens are urged to sustain the Red Cross peace-time program. The Executive Secretary oversees ex service relief, acts as Truant Officer, coordinates local charities, runs an employment bureau, and handles daily correspondence, demonstrating efficient community mercy.
Community fundraiser hosted by local volunteers offers chicken supper with refreshments on October 26 at the fire station. Proceeds support village groups and emergency services.
London observers reported grave anxiety over the prospect of British government Sinn Fein talks reaching a successful conclusion as cabinet members met with Dail Eireann representatives. The resumed conference heightened concern among those hoping for a peaceful settlement of the Irish controversy.
Bids are invited for painting buildings with all materials furnished. For specifications apply to Cooper Mdse. & Oil Co.
An up to date Metro Classic program features Viola Danna and Gareth Hughes in a billed evening. A strong comedy will also screen tomorrow night with a detailed weekly program inside.
Applications to fill vacancies for locomotive engineers firemen conductors train men and yardmen. Include age, experience, two references, or a letter of recommendation. Physicals paid by the company. Send to 201p-LitkK, B Brown Cure P. R. R. Co., Martinsburg West Virginia.
An advertisement touts wood veneer Tree Protectors with creosoted bottoms as indestructible and claims Mouse Poison Traps are the only satisfactory containers for poison hair, urging use in every orchard in the county. Also notes Prince's sale of 20 steers at Hack Farm on October 27, 1921.
Mrs J B Beverley Senior and Mrs Shirley Carter with Mrs Harry F Byrd motored to Leesburg Virginia on Saturday. Leesbill area guests attended suggesting a social visit.
A weekend sale at the home of Mr and Mrs Frank promotes a large assortment of work clothing with a focus on affordability and extensive selection. The ad emphasizes cheap prices and a broad line of merchandise for labor and daily wear.
Chicago reports show five union presidents asserting they can suspend or call off a strike only if a settlement matches their demands. The Labor Board summoned 1490 general men and warned the public to avoid loose talk as a possible strike on October 30 looms. Some leaders fear loss of directing authority if the hearing delays action. In Palestine Texas train crews strike disrupts service on the International and Great Northern Railway with limited freight movement.
Sensational big picture tonight features Mae Murray of the Zeigfeld Follies and David Powell from The Right To Love and On With the Dance. They star in a Fitzmaurice Paramount production titled Dol of Clay. London’s Shadows tale shown with inside program.
A late Fox feature titled Little Miss Hawkshaw and the gripping serial Breaking Through headline tonight. In Iowa today, new releases offered at low prices with children 10 cents and adults 15 cents, including refreshments.
Second hand graphophones offered at reduced prices. All units thoroughly overhauled and ready for use. Great values for buyers seeking dependable phonographs with restored performance.
Virginia Smith and her daughter Miss Virginia H. Smith, recently back from Europe, depart for New York City to begin a winter speaking engagement at the Americagy Academy of Dramatic Art. Also noted are recoveries and missing items including a Lost Maltese watch fob and a brown jacket with limited details.
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