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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1928
Page
1
Secretary Herbert Hoover prepared for an eastern stop at Newark New Jersey as part of a nationwide campaign push. Plans include a radio hookup to broadcast his remarks and appearances in New York, Boston, and other regions are being considered.
Dr. Leon Harrison of St. Louis, 62, a well known Jewish rabbi and orator, fell beneath an uptown subway car at Broadway and One Hundred and Sixth Street. His brother said Harrison had just returned from Europe and was recuperating from a nervous breakdown. Motorman John Quinn said Harrison appeared to jump. brakes could not halt the momentum.
At a Pennsylvania Railroad grade crossing in Harbor City New Jersey a car was struck by a freight train. Albert M Herrschaft his wife 34 and daughter 6 died. Injured are John Daly 58 his wife and another daughter Marion 4. Little hope was held for recovery.
The naval dirigible Los Angeles left Trenton for Sunbury Pennsylvania to attend the opening of an airport. A fragment mentions the American Legion and a slogan Dig In and Do Your Hard ct? and a separate sale notice for a Victrola and ammunition.
F Amos Shryock began his four year term as mayor of Winchester succeeding Dr J F Ward. He took the oath before Corporation Court Clerk J Gray Beverley and pledged to uphold US and state laws and avoid dueling. He will work from City Hall and his Loudoun and Piccadilly offices.
Governor Byrd states no pardon will be granted to anyone convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He releases a letter declining clemency, stressing punishments and the seriousness of the offense and outlining his firm stance over his tenure.
A 75 by 37 foot lighted cross will top Broadway tabernacle in New York under Rev Christian F Reisner. Named Commander Richard Evelyn Byrd beacon it will rise 694 feet above sea level and be visible 36 nautical miles to ships and 100 miles to aviators. Cost about 100000 dollars with Charles V Bora listed as mining engineer source.
Handley Library will stay open until 9 p m starting tonight, resuming fall and winter closing times while reopening at 10 a m daily. Labor Day is a legal holiday, but the library will remain open that day.
On account of Monday being a holiday the regular monthly meeting of the South End Hose Company has been postponed to Monday September 10. Thos J Jenkins president.
For rent a 3 or 5 room apartment in an excellent location. All modern conveniences. Write W. O. R. care Lok Sita.
Carter Whittington, 10, was stabbed in the back with scissors by his friend Wilson Hoffman during a dispute over toy dolls. Doctors Williams of Middletown and Stuart of Winchester reported the wound not fatal and hope no infection or complications arise. Wilson Hoffman’s sister witnessed the incident. legal action is not anticipated due to the youths’ ages.
William Haddad, famed auto endurance driver, completes a 120 hour nonstop voyage in an Oakland six sedan tonight at 7 30. He has covered about 2000 miles through Winchester over five days while resting in the show room after the final release by Sheriff Pannett in front of the Oakland Pontiac agency on South Main Street.
Announcement lists a show time of 7 30 and notes the act finishes at L. J. Hook venue with a single performance.
Cash buyers seek fully matured well colored King David and Jonathan apples packed or bulk. Glaize and Hurst contact number 440 for arrangements.
Reward offered for a lost white dog with orange markings around the eye. Contact D. L. Onizctein-2 for details.
Governor Smith declines comment on Hearst’s campaign stance during Labor Day weekend. He will avoid prepared addresses and deliver extemporaneous speeches this campaign season, sticking to past gubernatorial campaign methods and avoiding advance text beyond the notifica tion speech.
William Beatty, 43, was held for court in Pittsburgh charged with attempted extortion from Mrs. Mary Conley Thaw over threats that her son Harry K. Thaw faced danger unless $5,000 was buried near Highland Park. Bail set at $5,000. Detectives linked Beatty to threatening letters and observed him near the burial spot.
Masons of Winchester Hiram Lodge No 21 AF and AM meet Sunday at 1 PM to attend the funeral of B B Parker of Stephens City. Brethren urged to be prompt and bring automobiles.
On and after today September 1 1928 I will be located at 554 North Market Street having sold my business on C Y R R yards to Keeler and Beck L L Hockman announces relocation and sale details with street address and date.
A newly formed Scout Council approved an enlarged regional plan covering Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, Warren counties in Virginia and Berkeley County in West Virginia with Winchester as headquarters. The budget totals 6360 with Winchester Frederick share 2100. goal is to hire a full time scout executive and train leaders to enroll 8300 eligible boys.
Mrs Mills Kindergarten announces classes begin September 17 at 111 West Monmouth Street. Terms are reasonable and enrollment is advised. Contact 943-1 for details.
The National Fruit Products Co announces purchase at 1.26 dollars per cwt for hand picked Yorks Grimes and Baldwins 2 percent in. up ciders out delivered to their plant on Fairmont Ave phone 346 dated August 31.
An advertising notice promotes a non lint polishing cloth for car and household use. It claims the cloth does not scratch and lists Lewis Jones Knitting Co as the manufacturer and seller, with references to additional distributors and partners.
Benjamin B. Parker postmaster at Middletown died at his home after a long illness. He was 67 and had served as postmaster for over 30 years, under multiple administrations. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at two, with Hinam Lodge in charge. burial at Mount Carmel Cemetery. He was a local blacksmith and merchant, married to May Wyncoop, with three children, and a brother Deputy Sheriff J A Parker.
Winchester public school officials announce that all children enrolling for the 1928 29 session must register next week. First to register are pupils in grades 1 3 at the John Kerr building and grades 4 12 at the Handley building. Registration runs Tue Wed Thu Sept 4 6 7 with hours 9 am 12 m and 1 5 pm. All children must be vaccinated as required by state law.
Miss Carrie Constance Watson sister of C. O. Watson of Stephens City was awarded a bachelor of science in elementary teaching and supervision at Harrisonburg State Teachers College. She taught in West Point Virginia last year and will teach in Greenville Washington DC this fall. 48 diplomas were awarded including 32 for the two year professional course and 16 science degrees. Mr and Mrs S S Pope and children have returned to Rocky Mount North Carolina after visiting Mrs Pope’s parents on South Lor Douan street.
Mr and Mrs Osmar H Swanson will depart tomorrow for Atlantic City for a period of rest and visit relatives and friends in New York and Philadelphia before returning home in about two weeks.
The American Automobile Association warns that reopening public private and parochial schools will raise traffic hazards in all areas. It urges drivers to prioritize child safety as patrols and safety lessons support youngsters returning to streets and roads.
Mrs W A Brien Albin and Mr Georges visit family in Bristol Tenn Va before returning home to their in law. Mrs J P Essex visits knee daughter Rev and Mrs Burt. Mrs Walter Beck and Mrs Smith head to Keyser for gatherings. Bernardine Knee returns from Hal Jurg State Teachers College. Mrs B O Taylor of New York resides with M A Erle. Baseball section notes Florida Cuban to play Labor Day at S V A Grounds.
John G Bowman campaign message promotes his run for University of Wisconsin office with a Saturday event at 8 p m. Details on location and platform appear in the local notice.
A little over a year old Studebaker with good feet and space for five is offered at well under half its original $2600 price. It compares favorably with a new Buick and invites viewing for a serious bargain.
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