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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1920

Page

6

Probate of Isaac Henry Will Sealed After Fatal Quarry Blast

The estate for Isaac Henry inner who died in a quarry blast near town is probated in circuit court. The will names his widow Maggie and directs property to pass at her death. Executors Rob ith and BE. W. Carper proved the decedent, with the foreman Jas as witness.

Priie Will Isaac Henry Inner Jas Foreman Wich Stitast Heis Maggie Re Messrs Robith BE. W. Carper

Mrs Smithey Dies in Baltimore Md

Word comes of the death in Baltimore Maryland of Mrs Margaret B R Smithey widow of the late Charles R Smithey formerly of Peach Grove near Wadesville. She died last Saturday at her sister Mrs L M Steers home while visiting. Funeral held in Baltimore at 4 pm and interment followed. Mrs Smithey was born July 3 1849 in Baltimore. Her husband ran an agricultural implement and phosphate business at Wadesville and Winchester and operated Peach Grove as a summer resort.

Baltimore Margaret BR. Smithey Charles R. Smithey Peach Grove Wadesville

Cleaning Up in Orchards Shipping Report

The Rochester report for October 23 notes light demand and steady market with stock moving to storages. Prices listed include Baldwins and Tompkins Kings around 4.50 to 4.75 per barrel, various bushel baskets and orchard run values, with regional notes from Washington Virginias Maryland and New York on Imperials, Grimes, Jonathan, Stayman Winesaps and related varieties.

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Middletown Splits Two Games In Weekend Hops

Middletown High School split a doubleheader on Saturday. In the opener they lost focus with Boyce, but a late push by Pepe Manuel and Richard closed gaps while Hammack and Everely locked down Boyce guards. Final score 15-7 for Middletown. In the second game Woodstock edged Middletown 12-5 as Woodstock’s Smith and Johnson hit key baskets late. The season’s start shows growth and the town praises the new athletic dressing room built by Agricultural shop work.

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High School Eleven Defeats Chambersburg 21 to 0

On Saturday October 3 the High School eleven overwhelmed Chambersburg 21 to 0 led by a fast backfield and solid line play. Smoot and Potts starred for Winchester with a fifty yard march noted. Next game set for Friday October 29 against Front Royal High School at Equity Ground.

Chambersburg Front Royal High

Public Auction at Jordan Springs Scheduled October 30

A public sale at Jordan Springs is set for October 30 at 10 a.m. Items include beds, chairs, china ware, and other household goods. Auctioneer will announce terms and sale location on day of event.

Right to Vote Tied to Tax Payment, Attorney General Rules

The attorney general SA Saunders ruled that city treasurers need not provide a list of women who paid poll taxes to vote. Only those who paid the 1921 capitation tax could register, and election officers may request receipts. The ruling applies to all cities, towns, and counties.

Hichmound Saunders Treasurder AWL

Luncheon Honors Synod Delegates at Centenary Church

Delegates of the Synod will attend a luncheon tomorrow afternoon at 4 45 served by the ladies of Centenary Church. All visitors are invited, and ministers of Western churches have been specially asked to attend.

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Six Amendments on Ballot for November Voters

Ballot details six amendments with explanations for voting FOR or AGAINST. Amendments cover voter eligibility, form of government, school trustees, county school board, tax limits, compulsory education, and road bond borrowing.

Virginia Geneal Assembly Mhat Board of Supervisors General Assembly

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