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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1927

Page

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Life at Sea After Cued Small Eta Tanking

A terse maritime note reports a small eta guidance issue at sea amid routine tanking operations. Crew coordination remains steady as preparations continue for expected cargo transfer and arrival.

Sinking of Principessa Mafalda Claims Many Immigrants

Reports from Rio de Janeiro and Montevideo say more than 1,200 aboard the Italian liner Principessa Mafalda were aboard when it sank off Brazil after likely striking a reef and exploding boilers. Rescue ships aided by the Rio Grande Do Sul and steamers Athena Empire Star Formose Radioleine saved hundreds, with about 850 listed as missing and the total death toll uncertain.

Associated Press Rio DE Janerio Principessa Mafalda Bahia Montevideo Urguay Principessa Mafalda Navigazioni Generale Italiana Rio DE Janerio LTD Principessaida Brazil Argentina Rio Grande Do Sul Caravellas Bania Rio de Janeiro Buco Navigazione Generale Italian Buenos Aires Steamship Office Lescues S. Oo. S Athena Empire Star Formose Pernambuco Radioleine Principes Sa Tb de Beco Tattle, Trial Institute of Rome

Bullet Found in Madigan's Head Removed Today

John Madigan a Clarke county farmer who was beaten by his son Leo after Leo killed his brother Robert in Frederick county was taken to a hospital for X ray examination. A bullet embedded in his skull was found, removed in surgery, and his condition was reported grave. Leo Madigan remains jailed on murder and assault counts awaiting possible further charges if the elder Madigan dies.

John Madigan Clarke County Leo Madigan Leo Robert Madigan Frederick County Dearmont Mr. Madigan Robert Madigan Brother

Acquittal in Petlura Assassination Case Stunning Paris

Samuel Schwartz bard a Jewish watchmaker was acquitted in Paris on October 26 for the killing of General Simon Petlura the Ukranian separatist leader. The trial concluded with the jury finding no guilty verdict after presenting the case to authorities.

Associated Press Paris Samuel Schwartzbard Simon Petlura

Laboratory benefit fund grows with outside and local gifts

The Frederick County Fruit Growers' Association committee, led by William Beverley, T. B. Byrd, and H. Clay De Grange, appeals for $500 more to move and expand the Winchester field laboratory. Miss Elizabeth White of Selma farm, Loudoun County, Va, sends $25 with praise for efficient work by Professors Hough and Schneiderhan. Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Company offers a new site 50 feet back at no cost to accommodate expansion.

Gold Frederick County Fruit Growers’ Association Elizabeth White E. White Selma Leesburg Loudoun County William Beverley T. B. Byrd H. Clay DeGrange Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Company

Curtis Declares Candidacy for 1928 Nomination

Sen Charles Curtis of Kansas Republican leader announces bid for the 1928 presidential nomination in a letter to Roy L. Bone of Topeka forming Curtis for President circle. He cautions against favorite son delegations and notes prior Coolidge alignment with policy despite voting for McNary Haugen farm relief bill.

Associated Press Washington Charles Curtis Kansas Senate Ihay Roy L. Bone Topeka Coolidge Curtis Lodge Massachusetts House of Representatives

Big Train May Boss and Pitch for Newark Club

Paul Block the Newark Club owner in the International League offered Walter Johnson a two year contract to manage and possibly pitch for Newark next year after Johnson received his unconditional release from the Washington club. Johnson weighing the offer with other major and minor league opportunities.

Washington Paul Block Newark Walter Johnson Johnson

Bantz Property Sold at Public Auction to Mrs Beardsworth

The Bantz property at 6 No 12 North Loudoun Street was sold at public auction today. Mrs J Ada Beardsworth of Staunton Va bought the property, holding a five eighths interest, with Ernest Bantz of Frederick Md owning a three eighths portion. The building houses Rice Music Store on the first floor and J H Henry Printing Co on the second. The sale settles the estate of T Marion Bantz, who was the original owner, with Ernest Bantz as a will stake holder.

Bantz Monnenc North Loudoun Street J. Ada Bantz Beardsworth Staunton Beardsworth Ernest Bantz Frederick, Md Rice Music Store J. H. Henry Printing Co

Case of Former Nurse For Murder Is Nearing End

In Cumberland Maryland on October 26 Miss Mabel Swan the former nurse charged with slaying her landlord Daniel Mosser closed testimony after rebuttal. She denied causing damage or tampering with the door latch while prosecutors said brick and tools were planted to frame her. The defense argued zero hours for many as the trial nears its end.

Associated Press Cumberland Mabel Swan Daniel Mosser Miss Swan

Warden Dies in Ranch Accident Near Carrizozo New Mexico

Guy Warden 48 of Wardensville Hardy County West Virginia was killed early Saturday when his coat sleeve caught on a steel shaft at a ranch water pump. He died instantly. his body returned from New Mexico with relatives and was buried in Wardensville. He leaves five brothers and two sisters.

Guy James M. Warden Wardensville Hardy Depunty Carrizozo Lincoln County New Mexico D. Gilkeson Mowbray Wardensville Presbyterian Church Warden Frank Maxwell R. E. P. Warden Rane Winchester and Western Railroad Winchester Wardensyville Shaft W. H McCauley W. Va Clyde Lexington N. M

Friendship Fire Company Special Meeting on October 27

The Friendship Fire Company No. 1 calls a special meeting for Thursday evening October 27 at 8 o clock. The purpose is to decide whether the company should acquire a new truck or pursue a different option.

Nu.ber The Friendship Fire Company No. 1

Unusual De Haven Family Case Hits Circuit Court

Gray DeHaven took full blame for the still but the court acquitted him. Woodrow DeHaven, barely 16, pleaded ownership and was sent to Reform School for around six months. Thelma DeHaven, Mrs Dick, and the two Hutzlers were freed. Woodrow’s sacrifice ends with a short sentence if good behavior holds.

Circuit Court of Te County DeHaven Thelma DeHaven Woodrow de Haven Gray DeHaven Ray Port Hutzler Woodrow Woodrow DeHaven Gray de Haven Reform School Gray Bisters Thelma de Haven Hutzlers

W. O. W. Meeting on Trip to Hagerstown Dedication

Regular meeting set for Friday October 28 to finalize plans for the Hagerstown dedication on October 29. Social session to follow.

Hagerstown

Wanted Girl for General Housework Leicester Street

Help wanted for general housework at 119 E Leicester St. Apply in person.

General Leicester St

Ruth Elder Suffering From Influenza in Lisbon

Ruth Elder the American aviatrix is bedridden in Lisbon with influenza delaying her trip to Madrid and Paris. She arrived from Horta after a forced sea descent in The American Girl, amid a jubilant welcome by crowds, officials, and the president.

Associated Press Lisbon Ruth Elder Madrid Paris Horta Portugal Ruth Bider George Haldeman Lima Azores Atlantic Miss. Eider Fred. Morris Gearing Legation Sarmento Deires Republic

Valley Chapters Represented At Staunton Meeting

Nearly three score men and women from Shenandoah Valley Red Cross chapters attended a regional conference in Staunton. Judge John Barton Payne, national Red Cross chairman, spoke as plans were laid for the November 11 to 25 roll call. Delegates from Albemarle and other counties reported progress. Harrisonburg-Rockingham led with 25 attendees.

Staunton Shenandoah Valley Red Cross John Barton Payne American Red Cross Payne Washington Albemarle Augusta Madison Page Rockbridge Rockingham Frederick Shenandoah Winchester Harrisonburg Clifton Forge Rockingham County Douglas Griesemer Maude L. Lewis Lucy Coleman Field Alice Duggar Red Cross Nursing Service Virginia Central Methodist Church

Rough Day and Winchester Steam Shawpry

Auction notice for sale of entire household and office equipment on Saturday October 29 1927 at 1 o clock W C Kratzsch advertises details inside page strong local items and addresses in Shawpry area hopes to attract bidders

Rough Day & Winchester Steam Shawpry

Canning Apples Wanted by Shenandoah Apple Products

Shenandoah Apple Products Corporation of Strasburg Virginia seeks canned apples. Advertisement calls for producers to bring apples immediately for processing.

Shenandoah Apple Products Corporation Strasburg

Teapot Dome Probe Scuffles Over Lease Details and Terms

Washington dispatch describes government witnesses detailing the Teapot Dome naval oil reserve lease. Albert Fall and Harry Sinclair clash over testimony and technicalLease questions as prosecutors urge cross‑examination aimed at the secretive dealings surrounding the Wyoming reserve.

Washington Albert Wall Harry & Sinclair Navy Teapot Dome Naval Oil Reserve Theodore Roosevelt, Jr Secretary of the Interior Roosevelt Harding Frank Boetings Kistler Kiar Create Sinclair Fort Et Albert B. Fall Harry District of Columbia Supreme Court Naval Oil- Reserve Fall George P. Hoover Siddon Interior Secretary William ¥. Leahy Dharacter Teapot Dome Wyoming Naval Oil Reserve Arthur W. Ambrose Patroleurh Interior Department Defense Ambrose H. Foster Baine Bureau of Mines Salt Creek Ropes Business Cala Secretarie Siodate Ari

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