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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1922

Page

1

Bonds meeting urged on water and sewer plans in Winchester

The Winchester Chamber of Commerce announces a mass meeting at Adley Library at 8 p m next Friday November 8 to discuss issuing 200600 in bonds for general water and sewer improvements and extensions. Major Ezra B Whitman of Norton Bird Whitman Baltimore may address the gathering or send a representative.

Chester Commerce Baltimore Engineers W. A. Baker Common Council Kiwanis Club Rotary Club Chamber of Commerce Bell Winchester

Evangelistic Campaign Opens At First Christian Church

The First Christian Church begins an evangelistic campaign with a Sunday morning service at 11 o'clock led by the pastor on The Divine Challenge. Evening messages follow at 7 30 with The Greatest Event In a Human Life. Services run two weeks with special music and invitations to all.

First Christian Church Winchester

Taxpayers' Notice for 1922 Taxes Due

Taxpayers must pay 1922 taxes with penalties: three percent city tax on November 1 and five percent state tax on December 1. City Treasurer WM. T. Barr signs the notice.

WM. T. Barr City Treas

Bank official hails "Watch Your Step" at Capitol Theatre

A leading city banker, while in New York, praised the film "Watch Your Step" at the Capitol Theatre. He called it a highly enjoyable feature and urged everyone to see the notable picture at the world’s greatest moving picture house.

New York City Pene Capitol Theatre

WILLS AND WAYS andExecutor Ship Offer

Classified notice inviting readers to call or write for WILLS AND WAYS or the A B C of Executor ship with a free copy. Also a help line from SHENANDOAH NATIONAL BANK Trust Officer Wm G Hardy. Plus an ad seeking a carload of fresh cows and springers at once by M F Conner Bell phone 98W.

Shenandoah Nat's Bank Wm. G. Hardy M. F. Conner Bell Phone

Miss Bowen to Become Bride of Mr Kremer

Miss Mary Elizabeth Bowen and Carl Peter Kremer will wed at Mount Pleasant Methodist Church South at 8 o clock with Rev. Jett and Rev. Ray officiating. Attendants include Emmeline Bowen and Mrs Burgess. After the ceremony a reception at 1654 Hobart Street follows and the couple plans to reside at the Maycroft after December 15.

Miss Bowen Mr.kremer Washington Mount Pleasant Methodist Church South Mary Elizabeth Bowen Emmett W. Bowen Carl Peter Kremer Winchester William A.L. Jett Richmond C. K. Ray Emmeline Bowen Harry Burgess Monterey Mary Virginia Rankin Gordonsville Harry Burgess Wood, Jr Walter James Greenleaf Portland J. Richardson Kremer Alvin W. Kremer J. Hatfield Bowen Wilbur L. Bowsen Clifton Porge Hobart Street N. W A. A. Wild Charles P. Kremer Kremer Maycroft

Lightnin arrives at Empire Theatre for November 1 show

The Empire Theatre hosts the long running Broadway hit Lightnin on Wednesday November 1. Milton Nobles stars in the title role with production directed by Winchell Smith and will tour to London in the spring after its New York run set a world record of 1291 performances.

Empire Lightnin John Golden Empire Theatre Gaity Theatre New York Broadway London Winchell Smith Milton Nobles Bill Jones Alice

Men Wanted for Winter Work at Colonial Brick Plant

Employment offered to several reliable men with work guaranteed through the entire winter. Apply in person at the Colonial Brick Corporation plant.

Colonial Brick Corporation

Driving Mare for Sale at Seal’s Mu sic Store

Five year old gaited saddle mare available from Himebright's Stable or Henry F. Seal. Inquiries at Seal's Music Store. Cheap to quick buyer.

Himebright's Henry F. Seal Seal

Italy Upset by Attitude of Fascisti

Rome reports the cabinet in session since midnight to receive provincial reports on Fascisti activity. A state of siege was proposed to begin noon but a later proclamation urged public order. Central Italy notes Fascisti pressure for a new cabinet while the De Facto ministry acts to restore order. No major disturbances reported in Rome or other cities yet.

Associated Préas Rome Cominet Council Italy

Leedy and Weaver to Speak Here Next Monday

Col. Robert F. Leedy of Luray and Mr. A. G. Weaver of Front Royal will address Winchester and Frederick county voters at City Hall Auditorium next Monday evening at 8 o clock. Ladies are especially invited to hear the campaign issues discussed.

Leedy Weaver Robert F. Leedy Luray A. G. Weaver Front Royal Frederick County

Weather outlook for North and Middle Atlantic states

Weather predictions for the week starting Monday call for considerable cloudiness and above normal temperatures in the North and Middle Atlantic regions. Occasional showers likely early in the week followed by generally fair conditions and lower temperatures later.

The Associated Press Aishington North Middle Atlantic

Snow and Rain Sweep Pacific Coast With First Snowfall

Winter nears the north Pacific coast as snow appears in Washington near Ellensburg and a light fall touches the Cascades. Oregon towns report hail damage in Portland while California sees widespread rain helping to quell fires in the San Bernardino mountains.

Associated Press San Francisco North Pacific Coast California Ellensburg Washington Cascade Mountains Portland Oregon San Bernardino Mountains Ays

Court Denies Stillman Plea in Banker's Case

In Poughkeepsie, Supreme Court Justice Lender denied the motion by James A. Stillman to show cause why the White Plains ruling confirming Referee Gleason’s report in favor of Mrs. Ann Stillman and her son Guy should be reviewed. Justice Seeder ruled on the merits, sending the case to the Appellate division for further action.

Associated Press Poughkeepsie N. Y Supreme Court Lender James A. Stillman New York Marschauser White Plains Gleason Ann WU. Stillman Baby Guy

Lloyd George Says World in Dire Trouble

Former Prime Minister Lloyd George addresses about 5 000 people saying the world is in trouble and Britain cannot indulge in party quarrels until the nation is on firm rocks again amid coalition break up.

Associated Press Lloyd George

Frederick County Election Officials Name Judges and Clerks

The Frederick County Electoral Board announced the appointment of judges and clerks to conduct the November 7 election for United States senator from Virginia and a U S representative. Polls open sunrise and close sunset. list includes names for every precinct such as Neffstown Hunter Stine Clark Hardesty Ray Robinson and many others.

Frederick County Virginia Hagerstown Neffstown Hunter Stine Clark Hardesty Ray Robinson L. F. Dorsey Clerks

After Sunset Lightolier Fixtures At Newlin & Potts

Retail ad notes Lightolier electrical fixtures praised for beauty. Store hours 7 to 10. Carried items include headliners and base wire. Referenced firm Newlin & Potts The Live Wire Electrical Firm located at 118 E Piccadilly St and Win Orchard Supply No 1p-1f.

Newlin & Potts E. Piccadilly St WIN Orchard Supply

Public Sale Notice at 7H Motor and Worcester Tire

7H. P. MOTOR will sell cash items including a 2 HP single phase motor an Emory grinder and stand and a 3 4 inch strong steam trap all at public sale location Worcester Tire Corp Opp Fair Grounds North Main St. 28-1p-21 Mr Edmund P Hunter Southern Railway Company guest of Mr and Mrs Charles J Bowly at their home near

Emory Wenchester Tire Corp Fair Grounds North Main St Edmund P. Hunter The Southern Railway Company Washington Charles J. Bowly

Move Begun for Freedom in Philippine House

A Philippine House resolution asks the United States to recognize the islands’ right to independence and to set a date for a constitutional convention to establish an independent Philippine Republic. General Wood calls for strict economy and government retreat from business to encourage investments.

Manila P. I Philippine House of Representatives United States Philippine General Wood P. 1 Leonard Wood Philippines

Winchester Democratic Women to Meet Tuesday Night

A meeting of all Democratic women in Winchester is set for Tuesday evening at 8 at Handley Library. Local leaders urged all eligible Democratic women to attend to discuss matters of interest.

Winchester Handley Library Democratic

Albemarle Pippin Apples Net Seven Dollars Eighteen Cents

A Rappahannock county grower shipped Albemarle Pippin apples to Liverpool earning about 41 to 49 shillings per barrel gross. After about $3 per barrel for commissions and freight the net comes to roughly $7.78. York Imperials and New York Baldwins sold for lower rates amid active demand.

Rappahannock County Liverpool York Imperials

Road Stands By Loyal Workers

Chicago Oct 28 A shop employee of the Illinois Central Railroad who joined the 1911 strike but did not participate in the shopcraft walkout last July will be restored to all pension rights and former seniority. Illinois Central said it was the only road involved in the 1911 strike to take this step.

Chicago Sinois Central Railroad Ilinois Central

Public Sale Listings at Winchester Fair Grounds

A sale notice for Wednesday November 1 1922 lists livestock including 40 fresh cows 75 steers 20 Pole Angus cows 10 stock bulls 75 hogs and 5 Poland China boars at Winchester Fair Grounds auctioned by J W Larrick Jr Also advertised a 9 room residence on Woodland Ave corner Spruce St near Berryville Turnpike offered for 2700 by M M Lynch attorney.

Poland China Winchester Fair Grounds J.W. Larrick, JR Woodland Ave Spruce St Berryville Turnpike M. M. Lynch

Members U C T Banquet at Rouss Hall October 30

Members U C T invite women to a banquet and dance at Rouss Hall at 8 p m on October 30. A good program is promised and Mrs M J Hardest of Stephenson is visiting relatives in Berryville.

Rouss Hall M. J. Hardest Stephenson Berryville

Billionaires Favored by Tax Laws, Frear Says

Washington report notes representatives claim current Republican tax laws and officials favor giant corporations and super rich. Frear alleges secrecy in returns hides losses to the treasury from tax evasion by big firms like Standard Oil and stock dividends. He singles out Mellon’s administration and estimates vast untaxed sums from tax free securities and escapes.

Washington Representative Frear Ways and Means Committee The House Treasury Republican Congress Congress Frear Standard Oil Company Mellon Mellong Rockefeller Secretary of the Treasury Conde Wepre Treasury Department

U S Ships Cannot Carry Liquor Aboard

Federal Judge Hand ruled that American steamships cannot carry or sell liquor anywhere in the world. The decision dismisses the suit by two U S steamship companies seeking to enjoin enforcement of the Daugherty prohibition ruling. The ruling supplements Monday’s decision denying foreign lines’ challenge to the same policy.

Associated Press New York

Williams to speak for Harrison in Gore meeting Tuesday

Philip Williams of the Winchester bar will address Gore voters Tuesday night at 7 30 o clock not Monday as previously announced. He speaks for Judge Thomas W Harrison the Democratic candidate for Congress and locals are urged to attend the Gore meeting.

Philip Williams Winchester Gore and Vicinity Gore Williams Thomas W. Harrison Congress Gore and Vicinity Democratic County Committee

Women’s Democratic Headquarters Invites County Women

The Women’s Democratic organization extends a hearty invitation to county women to use the rest room at the headquarters while in town. It promises a warm, comfortable space and chairs for resting, welcoming all party affiliations. Signed T-1p-BU TM E. L. WUNDER.

District Nurse Association Yearly Report Highlights six thousand visits

Winchester residents take interest in the District Nurse Association and Red Cross effort showing a year of extensive nursing activity. The report lists total visits across infant welfare tuberculosis prenatal school visits home visits clinic attendance and more, emphasizing the impact on public health and hospital referrals.

Winchester No District Nurse Association Focal Red Cross Catawba Price County Booth Atty Fair

Gas men seek public goodwill in industry pledge

Atlantic City Oct 28 George B Cortelyou president Consolidated Gas Company York announced at a Gas Association convention that the gas industry will wage relentless war against inferior appliances and insist on better goods. Public service and economy in construction are aims, with closer cooperation between gas companies and the public urged by B J Hallaney of Peoples Gas Eight and Coke Company Chicago.

Atlantic City N. J George B. Cortélyou Consolidated Gas Company York Gas Association B. J. Hallaney Peoples’ Gas, Eight and Coke Company of Chicago Beth Gas Companies

Europe to Fight Dry Rule in United States

A large fund of several millions of francs is pledged by European wine interests to oppose prohibition in the United States. The campaign will be organized by the International League Against Prohibition with headquarters in Paris, and will cooperate with American liquor forces to carry the fight.

Associated Press Paris Europe United States International League Against Prohibition

Potomac Conference Meeting Postponed at Gravel Springs

The annual meeting of the Potomac Conference of the Virginia Lutheran Synod was called off at Gravel Springs due to a diphtheria outbreak. It will likely be moved to Bethel Church at Albin the following week.

Potomac Conference The Virginia Lutheran Synod Gravel Springs Bethel Church Albin

Mrs Lillie Russell Remembered By Family In Thankful Note

The family thanks neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of Mrs Lillie Russell wife and mother. They also express gratitude for car use and many flowers. By her husband and children.

Lillie Russell

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