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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1935

Page

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Noted French Agent Accused Sparks Ethiopian Dispatches

Addis Ababa Sept. 3 The vanguard of 20 000 Ethiopian troops enroute to the eastern front from the capital includes 700 under Gen Habuta Mikael, heading to Ogaden with detachments from Deridawa. Emperor Haile Selassie plans 75 000 in line and 50 000 in reserve as espionage cases shake the capital. Arrests in connection with Rochefeuille, his French wife, an Ethiopian clerk and an Italian Maltese priest trigger citywide sensation amid allegations of illegal documents tied to Ras Makonen's estate and prewar talks with Italy. Five thousand regulars depart with ample ammunition.

James A. Mills Associated Press Foreign Staff Addis Ababa Habuta Mikael Haide Selassie Ogaden Deridawa Mat Espionbody Italy Harrar Rochefeuille Ethiopia Susan Ras Makonen Makonen Adan Haile Selassie

Arthur Dunlap Posts Bond In Alleged Assault

Amon Strosnider and Arthur Dunlap were injured during a Saturday night incident at Dunlap's North Kent Street home. Dunlap, charged with felonious assault with intent to kill, posted $1,000 bond and awaits a hearing once his condition allows.

Arthur Dunlap Bond Amon Strosnider Winchester Dunlap Kent Harry Ford Ford Strosnider Williams Ritter Bayliss

Winchester urges universal school attendance for underage children

In a letter to the editor Massachusetts Governor MA Winchester and Frederick argue for stricter enforcement of compulsory schooling laws. They recall the old days of the red schoolhouse and note education has advanced to universal rights, yet some still resist. They predict future attendance will rely on voluntary compliance as generations pass.

Pa Frederick Little Red Asl

Winchester to Open Public Schools Next Monday 1935

The Winchester School Board to open the 1935 36 term on Monday September 9 at 9 o clock after health advice. A teachers meeting is set for September 7 at 10 o'clock at the Handley building to outline plans. Registration for grades four to twelve is complete. grades one to three ongoing at John Kerr building with no further new pupil registrations after the dates.

City Board of Health Winchester School Board Handley Building John Kerr Henee

Three Meetings Schedule At Congregational Church

Tomorrow night the Congregational Christian Church hosts three meetings. Cast members in the dramatic sketch The Russells Listen In will rehearse at 7 pm, followed by the regular prayer service at 8 pm. The club holds a regular practice at 8 30 pm and choir members are urged to attend promptly.

Congregational Christian Church Clfb

Softie Magnates To Plan Banquet

A meeting of managers of all the softball teams in Winchester is set for 7 30 this evening at the Men's Athletic Club rooms to arrange the annual banquet for the local leagues. The banquet will be held on September 6 with the venue to be decided.

Winchester

Burned man seriously hurt cleaning Delco plant near Bloomery

Alstine Leith aged about 24 was badly burned on face neck body and arms last Friday while cleaning a Delco light plant at his home near Bloomery West Virginia. He lighted a cigarette during work and fumes exploded enveloping him. He is in Memorial Hospital in critical condition. He lived at home with his father and sister.

Alstine Leith Delco Bloomery W. Va Memorial Hospital

Fair Play Store Grand Opening at New Location

Our new location at 11 S. Lou doun St. opens tomorrow evening. A full page announcement will appear in Wednesday's Wave. L. C. Carper serves as manager and owner.

S. Loudoun St

Winchester Junk Co Ad Seeks Iron and Metals

Wanted iron rags and metals shipping now. Best prices offered. Winchester Junk Co. located at 13 Fairfax Lane between Main and Braddock.

Winchester Junk Co Fairfax Lane Main and Braddock

Widow Mrs. Jo sephine Farrar Arthur Dies in Winchester

The funeral for Mrs. Jo sephine Farrar Arthur wife of Benjamin F. Arthur Sr prominent Frederick county farmer and fruit grower was held at Christ Episcopal Church in Winchester with Episcopal rites. She died after a heart ailment at her Northwestern grade home and was buried in Mount Hebron Cemetery. The service was led by Rev. Robert B. Nelson as friends filled the church and floral tributes surrounded the casket.

Josephine Farrar Arthur Benjamin F. Arthur Frederick County Mount Hebron Christ Episcopal Church Winchester Robert B. Nelson Arthur Tidball Place Union S. C John C. Farrar Charleston Charles Edward Hooker Mississippi United States Congress South Century Club

Farm Posted Against Hunting and Trespassing

Notice states the farm is posted against hunting and trespassing. Signed by John W. Larrick Jr with parcel or reference 9-3-1p-21.

John W. Larrick, Jr

Democrats To Name Delegates To State Meet

Members of the Young Democratic Club of Winchester meet at 8 pm in the City Hall Council Chamber to elect delegates to the annual state convention in Richmond September 13-14. President H F Byrd Jr urges full attendance to ensure proper representation among the 15 votes allocated to the club.

Young Democratic Club of Winchester Council Chamber Richmond H. F. Byrd, Jr City of William Tuck

Black Widow Spider Captured in Kernstown Porch

Miss Nettie Lou Brill, daughter of Mr and Mrs C C Bill of Kernstown, caught a black widow spider on the porch of her parents home. The Winchester Research Laboratory identified the spider as a black widow known for its extremely poisonous bite.

Nettie Lou Brill

Two Fined For Hunting Without Any Licenses

Trial Justice A J Tavenner fined C A Rinker and R C Odgen on hunting without license. They were booked on hunting in a state game sanctuary. continued for hearing to September 14. M E Kline also charged. Land along Frederick Shenandoah county line reportedly ceased to be a state game sanctuary.

A. J. Tavenner C. A. Rinker R. C. Odgen M. E. Kline Frederick-Shenandoah

Sunday Schools To Hold Annual Meet Sept 5-6

The Frederick County Council of Religious Education meets September 5 and 6 at Stephens City United Brethren in Christ in a program themed Christ in the Life of the Church. Dr. Huffman and local clergy lead worship and lectures address youth needs, church schooling, and leadership training with multiple sessions and discussion groups.

Frederick County Snyder Alleman Stephens City Ivan R. Smith Huffman Luther A. Thomes Chester Thomas Morgan Brucetown Franklin G. Senger Winchester Hubert Sydenstricker Floyd M. Lucas Allen Jones Kernstown Virginia Minor C. Miller Miller George Earle Owen R. B. Campbell

Sunday School Group To Meet

The superintendent, officers and teachers of the United Brethren Sunday School are called to meet in the church Wednesday evening, September 4, at 7.45 o'clock. If meeting is very important. Do not fail to be present.

United Brethren Sunday School

Colored Patient Dies In Hospital

Marcus Harris 42, a colored patient, died early yesterday at Memorial Hospital after an operation. He was a son of Joseph and Martha Harris born at Cedarville and worked at the Palace Theatre. Survived by widow Flossie Harris, his parents, four sons, two daughters and a brother Thomas Harris. Funeral from Old School Baptist Church North Kent Street at 2 PM Thursday with Rev. Walker Carter officiating and burial in Orrick Cemetery.

Marcus Harris Memorial Hospital Joseph Martha Harris Cedarville Palace Theatre Flossie Harris Thomas Harris Old School Baptist Church North Kent Street Walker Carter Orrick

Notice to fruit growers by Frederick County Packing Association

The Frederick County Packing Association on North Kent Street offers apple packing at reasonable charges and also supplies packing goods such as baskets liner oil paper and related items. M Hurst manager lists telephone 1461 for contact.

Frederick County Packing Association North Kent Street M. Hurst Mer

Queen Astrid Laid To Rest In Royal Crypt

The body of Queen Astrid of the Belgians was interred today in the royal crypt at Laeken as King Leopold III, injured, followed the funeral procession. Royalty and dignitaries from Europe attended, with bells tolling and a 33 gun salute marking the solemn ceremony.

Edouard Traus Associated Press Brussels Astrid Laeken Leopold III Switzerland St. Gudule Albert Carl Sweden Leopold Count of Flanders Duke of York Great Britain Royal Household

Death Came Quietly to Mrs G C Miller in Sleep

Mrs Louise Waters Miller widow of Godfrey O Miller a prominent Winchester pharmacist and Georgetown family member died at her home 121 North Washington street from angina pectoris. She slept through the night after a Sunday illness following a dinner. Her son Charles G Miller and a maid were first alerted by a call from the housekeeper. Her daughter Mary Miller was away on a trip. The death occurred about 10 o clock Monday morning prompting a note to Page Six.

Louise Waters Miller Godfrey O. Miller Winchester Georgetown D. C North Washington Street Miller Charles G. Miller Mary Miller Cape May N. J Miller Store Calle Mr. Miller

Labor Day Crashes Leave Several Slightly Hurt

Frederick county records a series of Labor Day accidents with minor injuries. Pred Clevenger and Elsie Taylor survived a Route 7 crash with hospital treatment. A drunk driver faces charges after a 45 degree roadside scene near Wester. Motorcycle rider William Tapscott treated after skidding on Route 50. A Middle Road crash led to a drunk driving hearing for Irvin Reynolds. A traveler from Etters, Martin Bair, and Shenandoah county resident Howard Templeton staffed hospital care after their incidents. A New Jersey car rolled thrice near Strasburg with no injuries.

William Tapscott Bluemont Route 50 Gore Stephens City Marlboro Reynolds C. L. McDonald Middletown Bayliss Martin B. Bair Etters Post Office Bair Howard Templeton Shenandoah County

Coastwise Steamer Dixie in hurricane danger

The Dixie, a coastwise steamer with 120 crew and 229 passengers, was battered by giant waves as a storm eases. Fears grow that the vessel could break apart before all aboard are removed, with some passengers already reporting minor injuries.

Dixie

Labor Day violence in Virginia leaves deaths and injuries

Domestic Richmond-Six are killed and three more drawn over Labor Day in Virginia. Scores more were injured. National Guard bayonets are on duty to prevent a recurrence of yesterday's clashes which resulted in the death of one woman and injuries to scores of others. The Treasury undertook a $1 750 000 000 financing operation today aimed at retiring the last of the World War liberty bonds. The liner Limon reaches the side of the S S Dixie which is fast on a reef. Thomas S Brewer of Hagerstown Md. is fatally injured in a collision. Smaller nations fear for their safety as the League of Nations meets tomorrow. Belief grows Laval secretly guarantees Mussolini a free hand in east Africa. The Italian press demands clarification of the motive behind the Ricket affair.

Richmond Virginia Pelzer National Guard Washington The Treasury Miami Fla Rockville Thomas S. Brewer Hagerstown Geneva League of Nations London Premier Laval France Mussolini East Africa Rome

Pickers Tickets Offer Quick Service and Low Prices

The Evening Star advertises pickers tickets with fast service and affordable pricing, urging readers to place orders now before the rush.

THE Evening Star

Dixie Stranded Near French Reef With 120 Crew Aboard

Trop ical Radio relays that three ships including United Fruit Limon and Pla tono and the tanker Reaper stand by the Dixie off French Key south of Miami to rescue 120 crew and 229 passengers as weather and hazy seas hampered efforts. The Dixie struck a reef early today disabling radio. coast guard cutters and a breeches buoy system move to aid as turmoil and danger loom.

Miami Fla Morvan Dixie French Reef United Fruit Limon Platano Reape Holdt New York French Key Oeerous Carysfort Reef Divie Morgan Line W. W. Ostrom Ieee Coast Guard Here Reaper Tampa Carrabasset

Dance at Green Gables Inn Opens Nightly

Thursday night September 5 features Bob Riley's Orchestra at the Green Gables Inn with dancing. A brown and white beaded pocketbook is reported lost by Peadee Fice, last seen near the venue.

Green Gables Inn Bob Riley Peadee Fice

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Roquefeuille Malta Rickett Othears Ritter Ray Trustees’ Board Baltimore and Ohio Railway Piccadilly Street Fair Play Store L. C. Carper Mgr Eart Bier McKwaine W. Moncure AL Lewis Spectively Southside Virginia, Inc., Chamber of Commerce Lawrenceville Warren County Front Royal Star Today St. Gudule Cathedral Pal G. C. Miller Florida Labor Day Pred Clevenger Clevenger Elsie Taylor Wester Harry Butler S. C. Price R. E. Bayliss World News Bulletin
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