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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1924
Page
1
Representative of the Ku Klux Klan arrives to inspect the activities of the man who formed the local branch. He begins checks on branches and the organization’s local operations.
In Winchester a Klansman, M. C. Altenburg, is deposed as organizer of subordinate branches. E. F. Dolph reports Altenburg fled to Front Royal with his wife, leaving unpaid bills to The Evening Star and Funk & Son. Local Klan pledges to cover debts, while denouncing alleged misconduct and arresting further action.
Washington inquiry into Republican fundraising in the east continues as George K Morris of New York refuses to appear unless witnesses are compelled. Senator Caraway states no stipulations exist and hints Morris may face consequences. Virginia GOP chair Krupper discusses national funding and local spending totals.
Reduced Hudson coach offered by Mangus ER Hudson Co at 10-28-1-51. Clear, new stock advertised for sale at Mid City Garage with price $1545.00.
John W. Davis, Democratic candidate, denounces the Fordney McCumber tariff as unjust and promises to rewrite it with a Democratic Congress. He contrasts Underwood Simmons with Fordney McCumber, asserts no vindictive slashing, and argues for lower, competitive duties to boost equality and general prosperity.
Taxpayers must pay 1924 taxes now to avoid penalties. A 3 percent penalty applies for late payment as of November 1. A 5 percent penalty is added to state taxes after December 1. City Treasurer William T. Varies.
G O Snapp announces ready supply of famous Crisfield oysters for trade orders. Phone orders for Saturday delivery. Located at 425 North Market Street with Bell Phone 414-1. Date shown 10-29-1p-21.
Democratic mass meetings and public speaking are scheduled at 8 p.m. in several locations. California known as Gainesboro Philip Williams speaks October 30. Gore R Gray Williams October 31. Mount Williams Robert T Barton October 31. Cross Junction Lake J Fra zier October 28. Winchester includes Hon T W Harrison, Hon Wm F Keyser of Lu ay, and Hon Wm Meade Fletcher of Sperryville on November 3.
The San Carlo Grand Opera Company's special train of five cars arrived this afternoon from Roanoke Virginia routed via River ton Junction and Strasburg Junction. The eighty two company members including an eighteen member orchestra are guests at the George Washington Hotel and other hostels.
BELVIDERE N J Oct 30 The body of Frank Thomas held as a material witness in the slaying of his wife was found hanging in his county jail cell by the warden He hanged himself with his suspenders The wife s body was found earlier in an abandoned iron mine near Oxford on Tuesday.
Household furniture sale scheduled for Saturday November 1 at 2 30 PM at 33 West Southwerk Street. Try Herrell's Auction Sales lists the event with contact number 10 2941 for details.
Winchester Milling Corporation offers a limited time payment of 1.50 dollars per bushel for 1924 wheat. The notice appears in a 10 30 10 21 dateline and focuses on a fixed price incentive for farmers.
C Vernon Eddy of Winchester was elected right eminent grand commander of the Grand Commandery Knights Templar in Virginia during the meeting at the Masonic Temple. He succeeds Col. Sabins of Richmond and will serve for the year with other officers from Winchester attending, including A M Baker and Rites, plus S H Hartman. The Grand Royal Arch Chapter session concluded with Rev Dr McFaden re-elected grand chaplain and W Frank Bowden of Norfolk named grand high priest.
The piece defends Harrison against multiple charges in a campaign. It cites corrected votes on wheat pricing and farm loan charges, denies a child labor bill, and explains the legalized primary process that named Harrison the Democratic nominee without opposition.
Saturday November 1 at 2 30 P M at 38 West Southwerk Street selling off hard coal and wood stoves beds parlor rockers tables clocks and numerous other household and kitchen articles selling agents Try Herrells private and auction sales
Railway ad notes 40e to 100 apples needed at Winchester Penn freight. Contact Stewart Sherrard in Wood West Virginia. Also listed modern five room apartment for rent by Herman Habl with date 10-30.
The W W Society of First Baptist Church will hold a cake sale Friday at 10 a m at 171 N Main St. Proceeds support church activities and outreach programs.
Classified note seeks large clean cotton rags offered at three cents per hundred. Contact STAR OFFICE for details and to deliver items.
A decree in Winchester Corporation Court declares a lost 1899 will the last true will of Mildred Ewell, with Dr. Jesse Ewell having acted as executor for 23 years without a recorded probate. A copied document proved to be the original will, now probated and recorded, placing the estate in Adam Forney's hands along two North Washington residences. A teachers meeting is announced for November 1 at 2:00 PM in Winchester Court House.
London reports show Conservatives with 387 seats to 148 for Labour and 40 for Liberals, amid losses for Liberals and Labour. Churchill, Astor and several women candidates succeed. Labour leader Asquith vows to stay active, amid sweeping shift ending Labour experiment.
Local retailer announces drastic end of business sale with every piano and phonograph to be sold this week regardless of price. No reasonable offer refused as the owner plans to close Saturday.
Special attention announcement notes a speaking engagement Monday night November 3 at 7 10 PM in Boyce Va. The speaker is listed as Dabney and C Harrison with reference to su iu 21. The brief invites attendance at the parish hall for a community address.
Orders from Ist Lieut Lawrence J Hollis of the 116th Infantry require all members to report in uniform at the armory for a drill on Thursday at 7 50 PM with no excuses accepted.
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold a cake sale at Boyd's Drug Store on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Cakes to benefit Legion programs will be available for sale for Sunday pickup from 10 to 2.
Football at Handley Grounds Saturday November 1 admission 50 cents game between Chambersburg H. and Handley H. at 3 p m with entry priced at fifty cents.
A local notice announces a food sale Saturday morning hosted by Reformed Aid Society at Solenbergers. Proceeds support community aid efforts.
Ceremony on mistice Day morning marks the Mi Avenue trees dedication. Local officials plan the event and invite residents to attend the observance.
State Commander Michie and G ary President addressed the crowd during a dedicatory memorial on school grounds. Major Barton and the Seventh District American Legion leader spoke as the program highlighted veterans’ memory, with music, poetry, and a general observance urged by the Civic League and auxiliary.
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