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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1919

Page

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Government Wins Injunction in Coal Miner Strike Fight

Indianapolis reports a temporary injunction to curb United Mine Workers vital in the looming midnights strike. John L. Lewis says the move cannot stop the walkout and AFL leaders voice protest while Congress pledges support for the administration.

Indianapolis Ind John L. Lewis United Mile Workers of America Lewis Federation Palmer Congress United Mine Workers of America United States District Court United States A. B. Anderson C. B. Ames Charleston W.a Union West Virginia

Byrd to Speak at Library Tonight in City Hall Lecture Hall

Hon Richard Evelyn Byrd arrived at noon and will lecture in the Hand Street library lecture hall tonight at eight o clock. The voyage through Europe and related experiences are to be discussed.

MA. Byrd Richard Evelyn Byrd the Hand Pere St

Pershing Opposes Large Permanent Army Proposal

General John J. Pershing told joint congressional military committees that a permanent force of 275,000 to 300,000, or possibly less, should suffice. He argued the cost of a large army is high and a trained citizen reserve could defend the nation and meet international obligations.

Associated Press Washington War Department J. Pershing Senate House America American

Fire destroys colored home on Philpot Street

A noon blaze partially destroys a frame house at 17 Philpot Street occupied by Dangerfield Morris colored. Fire likely started from a spark from a nearby Baltimore and Ohio Railroad engine. Roof and most contents ruined by water. trains blocked by smoke and debris.

Dangerfield Morris Philpot Street Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

Lee Tires ad promises value with 8000 mile basis

J B Beverley at City Hall promotes Lee Tires offering 20 percent off for a limited time. Tires boast fabric 5000 mile basis, puncture proof guarantee 6000 miles, front mount, and 8 ply cord. Local testimonials available from pleased patrons at The People’s Drug Co. Hog-Tone shipments advertised at 9 N Main St.

J. B. Beverley City Hall the People’s Drug Co N. Main St

Red Cross Appeal and Local Visitor Notes

American Red Cross urges prompt cheerful contributions through L. M. Baker. Also invites all men to Sunday morning Bible class at Golden Rule, with comfortable chairs music and a message. Roanoke resident A. Hunter Boyd visiting relatives in the city, staying with Mrs. Fred L. Glaize on East Piccadilly Street.

Golden Rule Bible A. Hunter H. Boyd Roanoke Fred. L. Glaize East Piccadilly Street

Troops Move From Louisville to Huntington for Strike Duty

About 800 seasoned regular army soldiers travel from Camp Taylor in Louisville toward Huntington W Va for guard duty in mining districts during a strike. Governor Cornwell coordinates a plan to prevent disturbances and protect lives and property. Official details on final deployment remain undisclosed for obvious reasons.

Huntington W. Va Louisville Mountain Cornwell Pubblic Charleston Camp Taylor

Two Operated On For Appendicitis

Mr. Robert Smith son of County Treasurer Robert S. Smith underwent immediate appendicitis surgery at Memorial Hospital in serious condition. His condition improved with care and he hopes to leave in three weeks. Mr. William MacMillan, noted garage proprietor, also had appendicitis surgery and was described as much better with friends hoping for a quick recovery.

Frank G. Hayes John L. Lewis William Green Ames Robert Smith Robert S. Smith Memorial Hospital Smith William MacMillan

Bond Exchange Offer Notice for Nov 15 1919

The last coupon on your temporary bond is due November 15 1919. Clip this coupon and bring the bond to our bank for exchange into bonds bearing 4 1 4 percent interest. Ishenandoah Valley National Bank.

Ishenandoah Val Nat'l Bank

Estey Upright Piano Sold at Seal's Music Store

Ebony case Estey upright piano in good condition offered by Seal's Music Store. Price listed as 148 dollars with possible time or cash sale terms. Includes standard tuning and delivery options.

Ip Seal’s Music Store

Wellington Upright Piano Oak Case For Sale

Oak case Wellington upright piano in good tone and condition priced at 175 dollars offered by Seal's Music Store.

Seal's Music Store

Jueley upright piano in mahogany case

An upright piano by Jueley features a mahogany case and fine tone. Priced at 300 dollars with quick buy options at 235 dollars, cash or time terms offered.

Ip Seal’s Music Store

Victrola Trade In Leaves Grafonola in Music Store Sale

SHAL'S MUSIC STORE offers a mahogany Victrola in perfect condition for 100 dollars and a Columbia Grafonola trade in at 85 dollars to a quick buyer.

Columbia

Seals Music Store Offers Upright Piano For Beginners

Chickering upright piano in ebony case in good condition. Splendid instrument for a beginner. Priced at $119.00. Located at Seals Music Store.

Mrs David Henkel Dies in Staunton Virginia

Mrs Leatmneh Printz Henkel widow of David H Henkel and mother of Claude Henkel of Winchester died Tuesday in Staunton Virginia after long illness. Her remains were taken to Wakeeny Kansas for burial beside her husband who died there years ago. She and husband moved from Page County to Kansas in 1884 and are survived by Claude Henkel of Winchester Carl Henkel of Portland Oregon Clarence Henkel of Phoenix and Mrs Warren Williams of Hastings Nebraska.

Leatmneh Printz . Henkel David H. Henkel Claude

Vote for the People's Can Didates at the Election

Edgar L. Hook a Gore mill operator escaped with his life after clothing was ripped from his body by machinery at the Gore County mill. He was grinding corn when a projecting cob caught his sweater, pulling him toward the belt and tearing off his garments while he clung to a post. Some silver and paper remained in pockets as he avoided worse injury.

Edgar L. Hook Gore

Mrs Jennie Files Dies in Pittsburgh

Mrs Jennie May Files died in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania last week and was interred there on Thursday. Her sister Miss E B Brannon learned of the funeral too late to attend. Her daughter Miss Mary lived with her and has been staying with friends since last Monday. She was twice married first to Hunter Files and then to Wesley Adams, who is living but divorced. Her maiden name was Zeilor, daughter of Tyson and Mary Zeilor both deceased.

Whitacre Jennie May Files Pittsburgh E. B. Brannon Mary Files Hunter Files Wesley Adama Aill Zeilor Tyson Mary Zeilor

Ernest Gabler Upright Piano Seals Music Store Item

A splen did value piano in ebony case listed by Seals Music Store. The upright model by Ernest Gabler is priced at $168.00.

Special sale on organs at Seal's Music Store

Seven good organs including Esteys and Chicago Cottage offered for immediate sale. Prices start at $25.00. Sale begins Friday October 31 at Seal's Music Store.

Esteys Chicago Seal's Music Store

Pianos for sale at Seal's Music Store

Ten upright pianos offered in fine, used and second hand condition must be sold at once. Prices start at 119 dollars with cash or convenient terms. Seal's Music Store.

Seal’s Music Store

1919 Roadster for Sale in Excellent Condition

Auto listing details a 1919 roadster in excellent condition with contact at 427 N Market St, phone 414 J. The ad notes location and a single vehicle offer.

N. Market St

Apples for sale varied by Sam Haines in Winchester

To those having apples for sale all varieties in or out of cold storage call Sam Haines C V Depot Winchester or telephone Shr for highest market prices paid in large and small quantities.

Harry A. Garfield Fuel Administration Gee Sam Haines C. V. Depot Winchester

Winchester State Guard seeks 100 volunteers for state service

One hundred men are urged to enlist to address unsettled conditions. Applications are to be made to Capt. L. R. Fay First Lieut. R. S. Jolliffe and Second Lieut. Grover C. Cooper. Special Friday and Saturday Lady Helen Chocolate covered Cordial Cherries priced per pound offered by The Peoples Drug Co.

L. R. Fay R. S. Jolliffe Grover C. Cooper Lady Helen The People’s Drug Co

Sale of Smith Property At Court House Saturday

In front of the Court House at 11 oclock this Saturday a twelve room residence with a large lot at 702 South Main Street corner Main and Germain Streets will be sold. See sale bills for details.

South Main Street Main Germain Streets Court House

New Shoe Repairing Shop Opens on the Plaza

New shoe repairing shop opens in the Ha ble Building on the plaza offering hand work and quick service. The ad invites a trial and is signed by WM. Bowley.

WM. Bowley

Progressive Shoe Repair Sells W. A. Wither’s Shoe in Winchester

The Progressive Shoe Repair Shop in Winchester announces the sale of W. A. Wither’s shoe at 7 W. Piccadilly Street. Patented repair services are offered under the shop’s agency arrangement.

Progressive Shoe Repair Shop Winchester W. A. Wither W. Piccadilly Street

Notice to creditors and illness relief at North Market

Parties owing estate of F A Cc van deceased or holding claims against said estate are asked to settle with the executor Jas P Reardon. Mrs Paul Spillman remains ill at home on North Market Street.

F. A. Ccvan Jas. P. Reardon Paul Spillman North Market Street

Railroad Measure Refused After Brotherhood Appeal

The Associated Press reports a railroad bill measure was refused after a request from railroad brotherhoods. The reopened debate followed a committee hearing and a recent report on the issue.

Associated P Drs Ate Committee Dainties Dtea Tee

Son Is In Jail 1290 Ob As Unm

A 17 year old youth was arrested on a charge of incorrigibility after a complaint by fruit tree salesman Viands. The boy was locked up in the city jail pending action by a magistrate. Neighbors say Viands threatened to kill the boy and plan to bring the case before the court.

Cleveland Ohio Central Competitive Coal Field Pennsylvania Indiana Illinois Wilson Indianapolis Ind Dc. B. Ames Palmer John J. Creighton Bureau of Investigation Bureau Federal Son Herles Viands Viands Chester

Wanted Glove Cutter for Regular Work at Nine Wages

Classified note seeks a glove cutter for regular work with nine wages. Mentions Owen Trenary ENS 30-1p-2t as related reference or contact.

Owen Trenary

Ford Trucks Two for Immediate Delivery

Chapman’s Auto Supply advertises Ford trucks available for immediate delivery with pricing and contact details.

Chapman

Taxes and notices mix from 1919 era tax round up

A fragmented notice discusses 1919 taxes owed and penalties, listing names and local officials. It mentions tax collection actions, a city auditor, and references to penalties for unpaid taxes, with scattered ad lines about rentals, garages, and a hog cholera remedy.

Broken Spring and Auto Parts Ad Notice

An old newspaper ad lists broken springs for most autos and trucks from Chapman’s Auto Supply, with financing offers on land bonds and insurance. It mentions W. B. Snider & Co. and a supplier selling fruit and candy, plus a note about carloads of salt and quick deliveries.

Chapman

Grocery Department Stars Mrs Appt Opens New Prices

The readable fragment notes Mrs Sarah E Aptt opens a grocery department with new prices at a store, signaling a grand or rebrand event. Details on location or exact items are unclear due to damaged text.

Calla T Sarah E. Aptt

Also Mentioned on This Page

Kentucky American Federation of Labor Samuel Gompers Warren Stone L. E. Sheppard Hopkins Webster Christian Western Springfield Frank Farrington Miners’ International Scale Committee Oct Garfield Pershing Fire Destrqys LEE American Red Cross L. M. Baker Estey Wellington Jueley Victrola Chickering David Henkel Staunton Tuesdal House OF Delegates H. O. Pierce Jennie Files C. M. ‘Showalter Ernest. Gabler Ip Seals Music Store Auto For Sale Winchester State Guard Redpem Co Ford Cialist Cpt WM. T. Barr Bath N.P Hansbrough & Carte Ee Insurance, Loans Pra Se Teat Carload W. B. Snider & Sais Ker & Co Mit
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