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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1936

Page

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Alliance Leaders Demand Higher WPA Wages in Washington

A Workers Alliance of America delegation sought a White House meeting to press for higher WPA wages after a morning clash with police tried to break up a parade before WPA headquarters. David Lasser and two other leaders were arrested and later released as Aubrey Williams was to be consulted. An ambulance siren aided police during the disruption outside the emergency hospital area.

Washington Workers Alliance of America Today White House Works Progress Administration David Lasser Alliance WPA Marvin McIntyre McIntyre Roosevelt Lasser Aubrey Williams Gates Washington Workers Alliance of America David Laser T of Emergency Hospital Executive Mansion The

King Edward and Mrs Simpson romance debate cited

Mr Winchester argues that readers worldwide seek facts about King Edward and Mrs Simpson without sensational speculation. He notes differences between English restraint and American press excess, urging a balanced, fact based approach in both nations.

Stage Set For Wally Simpson Divorce Case In Ipswich

Ipswich awaits the hearing of Mrs. Ernest Wallis Simpson in the Ipswich Assizes. Justice Sir John Hawke opened the court with Coldstream Guards in attendance and police staging a rehearsal of Mrs. Simpson’s arrival. Crowds gathered as officials arrived for the proceedings.

Ipswich Eng Coldstream Guards John Anthony Hawke Edward Ernest Wallis Justice Hawke Mrs. Simpson

Home Coming Honors Mayor C. R. Anderson

About 300 people attended a home coming celebration for Mayor C. R. Anderson hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Attendees included Lions Rotary Kiwanis American Legion council members and other guests with welcomes from multiple club presidents and city officials.

C. R. Anderson Chamber of Commerce Lions Rotary and Kiwanis Club The American Legion Sam C. Brooks Hoye Riley Lions Club Richard Shanholtz Brooks Peyton J. Marshall Allan T. Hawthorne Wendell Goode Kiwanis Club Frank Armstrong, Jr Rotary Club Edwin C. Parker Robert Y. Conrad Post Anderson Charles Shewbridge Dr. Anderson Andrew Bell

Methodists Hold Rally Ends With Pageant in Winchester

The Winchester District M E Church South rally closes with a pageant The Challenge of the Cross presented 8 to 9 tonight by Charles Town W Va church members. Morning devotionals featured Rev Hubert Sydentricker Rev W W McIntyre Miss Elsie Oberlin and others with music by Mrs O D Louderback Miss Lorena Mae McIlwee and more. A noon audience heard mission talks and district training notes with organ recital to precede the pageant tonight.

Winchester M. E. Church South Albert P. Shirkey Francis Asbury Church Washington, D. C Charles Town W. Va Hubert Sydenstricker W. W. McIntyre Elsie Oberlin H. H. Sherman Front Royal John J. Hawse C. A. York O. D. Louderback Lorena Mae McIlwee Olivia Dellinger Verlus Sirbaugh

Yorks Formal Opening With Bob Riley Orchestra

Yorks presents a formal opening Tuesday night October 27 from 9 to 1. Bob Rileys Orchestra will play for couples at one dollar per couple.

Bob Riley

Plan Rally At Woodstock Invites Shenandoah Delegation

Winchester and Frederick counties are invited to send a delegation to Woodstock on Tuesday October 27 for a rally in the high school auditorium at 8 o clock. J Fulmer Bright mayor of Richmond and John M Dickinson assistant attorney general will be principal speakers. Major A Willis Robertson congressman from Lexington will also attend and participate. Democratic leaders in Shenandoah County aim for district wide support and hope to attract selections from all sub districts.

Winchester Frederick County Woodstock Young Democratic Club Shenandoahunty County Democratic Committee Democratic, Woman's Club J. Fulmer Bright Richmond John M. Dickinson United States A. Willis Robertson Lexington Congress Shenandoah Shenandoah County Roosevelt

Portugal Accused Over Spanish Ship Sinking in Civil War

London reports Spain accuses Portugal of causing the deaths of 40 Spanish sailors after the motor ship Ciudad De Macao fired on the Fernando Po. Germany is alleged to have submarines and youths aiding the Madrid insurgents as Soviet Russia holds firm on non-intervention.

London Spain Portugal Russia Portugese Madrid Lisbon Paris Spanish Guinea Ciudad de Macao Fernando Po Germany Mediterranean Gibraltar Seville

Football Dr. James Health Club at Ana costia Eagles clash

Football clash set at Winchester Park on Sunday October 25 at 2 30 p m between Dr James Health Club and Ana costia Eagles with kickoff listed. A 10 22 1p 31 game code appears in the public notice.

Dr. James Health Club Anacostia Eagles Winchester Park

Annexation of Ethiopia Recognized at Conference

A conference recognized the annexation of Ethiopia as a formal political development. Officials from involved parties issued statements confirming the recognition and outlining potential implications for regional governance and diplomacy.

Germany Recognizes Italian Annexation of Ethiopia

Berlin and Rome announce formal recognition of the Italo Ethiopian empire with a new German consulate in Addis Ababa. The move follows a Berlin meeting between Galeazzo Ciano and Baron Von Neurath and signals fascist influence in European affairs.

Addis Ababa Rome Germany Ethiopia Mussolini Haile Selassie Berlin Count Galeazzo Ciano Baron Konstatin von Neurath League of Nations Fuehrer Galeazzo Ciaho Reich Victor Emanuel Italy Galeazzo Ciano

District Rally At Gore To Be Held At School

The Democratic rally in Gore is set for next Tuesday evening October 27 at 7 45 in the high school auditorium. Organizer Burr P Harrison says Back Creek district voters are the focus but all payees may attend. Captain Frank M Wray of Berryville will headline the event. A second rally is planned at Gainesboro’s consolidated school on Friday October 30 at 7 45 with State Senator T Russell Cather and J Sloan Kuykendall as speakers.

Gore Burr P. Harrison Frederick County Back Creek Payee Harrison Frank M. Wray Berryville New Consolidated School Gainesboro T. Russell Cather J. Sloan Kuykendall

Frederick County 4-H Club Achievement Day Report

The Episcopal Parish house hosted the Frederick County 4-H Club Achievement Day and project fair with exhibits from across the county. Gordon Elcan delivered an address as part of a program of songs speeches and reports by Miss Elizabeth Farrar and I Fred Stine. Winners included Ernest Davies for boys and Harriet Adams and Hilda Orndorff for girls with various prize categories for vegetables potatoes corn and beans.

Episcopal Parish Frederick County Gordon Elan Elizabeth Farrar I. Fred Stine Ernest Davies Harriet Adams Hilda Orndorff

Bleachers Collapse at Handley High School Game

A section of the Handley High School stadium bleachers collapsed during a Cumberland Handley football game injuring several spectators. A young girl named Jane Jolliffe was taken to Memorial Hospital in serious condition with injuries not yet determined.

Handley High School Jane Jolliffe Memorial Hospital

Roosevelt Camps for Busy Week Ahead

The Associated Press reports Roosevelt mapping a vigorous campaign for the coming week and urging business to refrain from coercion in politics. Governors, educators, and party figures across the country react with varied statements on government policy and the 1936 election stakes.

Associated Press Washington Roosevelt Indianapolis Alf M. Landon Cambridge Mass Karl T. Compton

Mussolini Promises Peace Amid Eight Million Bayonets in Bologna

In Bologna Mussolini declares a "message of peace" while asserting Italy’s rights and strength. He cites eight million bayonets as the nation’s defense and cites economic and military gains over ten years of Fascism. He refrains from direct Spain intervention references and urges calm and discipline.

Bologna Italy Benito Mussolini Towers Corridonia Old City Asinelli Gamesdena Il Duce Mussolini

Mrs. Mary Myers Taylor Dies After Prolonged Illness

Mrs. Mary Myers Taylor of Frederick county dies at 3:30 AM at 104 North Braddock Street in her seventy ninth year after 17 years of confined illness. Daughter of Capt. William H. Myers and Mary J. Harman Myers, she endured arthritis with patience and cheerfulness. Her father served as a Confederate officer and farmer in Frederick county.

Mary Myers Taylor Frederick County North Braddock Street Taylor William H Mary J. Harman Myers

Allegany Holds Lead In Cumberland Valley Battle

Allegany High School of Cumberland Md led Handley with a 12 to 6 score late in the first half of the Cumberland Valley Athletic League opener. Jordano scored for Allegany, with Crowe and Grove also involved, while extra point attempts failed.

Allegany High School Cumberland Handley Cumberland Valley Athletic League Cumberland Boys Jordano Blue White Crowe Allegany Grove Holcomb Page Nine

Studio display ad highlights quality samples

The notice advertises real quality samples in R front cases for Studio. It mentions special prices and targets both adults and juniors with a focus on showcasing product quality.

Election Officials Named for Frederick County Ballots

The Frederick County Electoral Board appointed election officials for the general election on Tuesday November 3. Details list precinct judges and clerks for Shawnee Carpers Valley Kernstown Greenwood Mill Gainesboro Yeakley's Ashton Dolans and Opequon districts with commissioners of elections noted for Shawnee Gainesboro and Opequon.

Frederick County John C. Gold W. Q. Tidler Greenwood J. A. R. Snapp George Bywaters H. A. Orndorff H. T. Snapp Harry Glaize Shawnee District

Weather outlook anticipates rain early and late week

The forecast covers the North and Middle Atlantic States with precipitation likely at the week's start and again toward its end. Temperatures stay near normal, with a notably cooler spell on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Washington North Middle Atlantic

Hunger Strikers Show Defiance at Polish Coal Mine

In Beuthen Germany on October 24 800 miners entombed themselves underground to blockade the shaft and hoist a black flag at the pit head. Wives and children gathered outside the entrance calling and pleading for the men to come out. The strike demands higher wages and better working conditions.

Beuthen Germany

Refuges to France as Madrid braces for siege

Women and children refugees aboard planes to Ish capital fled as Carlos San Lamas Saavedra announced French commercial planes would help evacuate. In Madrid the insurgents bombarded the city with planes and anti-aircraft guns, while cells were cleared and sirens warned of a coming bombardment.

Getafe Cuatro Vientos Madrid Barcelona Lyon France Spain Andre Christophe Paris Ish Carlos San Lamas Saavedra Lambeesid Serge-Girt

Trinkle Rally Invites Local Voters in Berryville

Berryville High School auditorium hosts a big Democratic rally at 7:30 p m Wednesday October 28 with former Gov E Lee Trinkle as main speaker. Clarke county leaders extend invitations to Winchester Frederick and Clarke voters in adjoining counties to attend and hear campaign issues.

Winchester Frederick County Berryville High School E. Lee Trinkle Berryville Clarke County Trinkle

Public Sale Of Land And Wood Near Opequon

Five 10 acre lots of land and wood plus two large slab piles totaling 25 000 feet boards to be sold at Opequon on Wednesday November 4 at 10 a m by Smoke Bros. The notice lists the property location and sale details.

Opequon Wed Smoke Bros

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MR Winchester England U.S. A Charles A. Lindy America Wally” Simpson Methodists Braddock Street Church Hillyard Wall Paper & Print CO E. Boscawen St York’s Plan Winchester, Frederick Co Dickinson, Bright Africa Gordon Elcan Elsie Eltha Edards Maurice Carpenter Keith James Judy Sam Whitacre Robert Lamp Clarence Cather Elwood Stotler Eltha Edwards Harry Richard Yellow Corn Raymond Carpenter Eldom Brumback Eldon Brumback Evening Star Office New York Henry Morgenthau Scranton Frank Knox Detroit Jesse Jones RFC Toldeo Charles E. Coughlin Morgenthau Joplin Joseph Robinson D-Ark al Smith Jefferson Grand Island Neb William Lemke Landon Earl Browder Democracy el Centro Calif Esco Richardson Fanatic Mary S Taylor Handley Seniors Gainesboro District Opequon G. D. Gray J. H. Funkhouser W. E. White C. W. Bell Mrs. Della TAVAVERA DE LA _ REINA Puerto del Sol Horself
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