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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1916

Page

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Germany admits Allies capture Clery on Somme front

The German war office acknowledged Allied capture of Chevy on the Somme, reporting 37 French officers and 437 men taken. London notes British attacks last night cleared Leusee woods, a mile north of Combles, after fierce fighting with German forces still holding Combles and nearby areas.

Star War Office Chevy Somme London Leusee Combles Camblies Ginchy

German Counter Attacks Repulsed South of the Somme

Paris reports German counter attacks south of the Somme were repulsed overnight as they tried to halt French advance. South of Deniecourt a fierce assault failed to recapture lost territory after bombardment of a position the French had seized yesterday. At Verdun the German artillery prepped for Fleury but French fire stopped the plan.

Paris Somme War Office Deniecourt Verdun Fleury

Romanian advance, Austro German fronts widen

Within a week Roumanians seized over 7000 square miles of Bulgarian territory while Danube lines were cut. German and Bulgar forces advanced in Dobrudja, nearing Bucharest, as Russians report 4500 prisoners taken in Galicia and British troops clash with Turks west of Lake Van. No food riots in Germany, and Danish steamer Jeanne sunk with crew saved.

Zurich Dobrudja Bucharest Petrograd Galicia War Office Hikicz Roumania Lake van Germany Berlin London Jeanne Lloyd’s Copenhagen

Ridgeway Services Schedule on September 10

Preaching planned on Ridgeway charge at Paynes Chapel 11 a.m. Arden 3 15 p.m. and Gerardstown 7 30 p.m. Sacrament of the Lord's Supper to be administered at the afternoon and evening services following the sermon.

Ridgeway Paynes Chapel Arden Gerardstown

Jefferson Girl Wins a Husband by Aquatic Feats

Iva Bell Davis of Charlestown West Virginia married hotel clerk Joseph A West after a bold Ocean View swim. She, 18, arrived with a letter of introduction and swam out beyond the fishing pond, impressing the life guards as a diving star in her season debut.

Billy” Lockwood Iva Bell Davis Joseph A. West Ocean View Norfolk Wiest Charlestown Jefferson County W. Va West

Engineer Seibert Weds Miss Butt

Mr William L Seibert and Miss Bessie Butt were married yesterday morning at the bride home in Baltimore They left for a two weeks tour of northern cities Seibert a Maryland native has been an engineer on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and ran the Shenandoah Special between Harrisonburg and Brunswick for two years Winchester friends wish the couple well. FOR SALE Barber Shop in Hable building apply to W B Barnett 9 6 1p 21)

William L. Seibert Bessie Butt Baltimore Mr. Seibert Maryland Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Harrisonburg Brunswick Seibert Winchester

Japan Demands Investigated Amid Mongolia Crisis

Washington reports Ambassadors Guthrie in Tokyo and Reinsch in Peking are examining the Japan China dispute tied to anti Japanese outbreaks in Mongolia and Manchuria. Tokyo asserts no open door policy breach while seeking indemnities and apologies.

Washington State Department Guthrie Tokio Japan Reinsch Peking China Mongolia Inner Mongolia Manchuria United States

Traction Union Forecasts Morning Strike In New York

New York union organizer Fitzgerald announced a strike would occur between 1 and 2 am unless Mayor Mitchel intervenes. A meeting would decide the vote, expected to be unanimous. Officials predicted no strike on elevated and subway lines, citing union hesitation.

New York Fitzgerald Mitchel Traction New York City William Fitzgerald

Charles H Green to marry Ruth Ashmore Custis in Eastville

Edward Waddy Custis of Eastville Virginia announces engagement of his daughter Ruth Ashmore Custis to Charles H Green of White Post Clarke County Virginia. The couple plan a November wedding at Christ Protestant Episcopal Church Eastville. Green is a former Winchester resident and local National Biscuit Company representative.

Edward Waddy Custis Eastville Ruth Ashmore Custis Charles H. Green White Post Clarke County Virginia Christ Protestant Episcopal Church Mr. Green Winchester National Biscuit Company R. C. Green Bluefield W. Va

Baltimore Grain Markets Close Prices

At the close of Baltimore wholesale markets at 8 oclock this afternoon No 2 red wheat quoted at 1.56 8 4 Corn quoted at 94 1 2 and 95.

Baltimore

Europe Worried Over Ship Bill

Washington diplomats report European concerns over a new shipping and revenue bill approved by the Senate. The measure would allow President Wilson to take discretionary action against nations discriminating against America, with potential retaliatory measures. Embassies cite possible trade agreement conflicts, while the State Department cautions on lawful implementation.

Europe Washington, Sept Senate Wilson America State Department

Lost bunch of keys between plant and restaurant

Report of a lost bunch of keys somewhere between the Standard Oil Plant and the Greek Restaurant. Return to Star office.

Standard Oil Plant Star Office

Crisman Farm Sale Notice Near Court House

Fragmentary notice reads valuable Crisman farm sale in front of Court House on September 12. The text is damaged and lacks full details but indicates an auction action and location.

Court House

Conference of United Brethren Meets Next Week

Ministers from Winchester and Frederick County prepare last sermons before attending the 117th Virginia conference in Shenandoah City Page County beginning September 13 at 9 o clock. Pastors may serve until reappointed by the presiding bishop. Local churches send lay delegates alongside pastors. Bishop William M Weekly of Parkersburg WV will preside. Continued on page 5.

Winchester Frederick County United Brethren Virginia Conference Shenandoah City Page County William M. Weekly Parkersburg W. Va

Funeral of Late Miss Vernie Mills

The funeral for Vernie Mills who died after an automobile accident in Norfolk Virginia was held at 3 p m yesterday from her mother's home on Log Main street. Rev W D Smith officiated at Christ Episcopal Church with many relatives attending. Floral tributes filled the casket as pallbearers Carson Spillman John Anderson Luther Kremer George Clowser Hiett Harper and Howard Taytor served at Mount Hebron Cemetery.

Vernie Mills Ted Star Norfolk Kate Mills Logt Main Street W. D. Smith Christ Protestant Episcopal Church Mount Hebron Messrs Carson Spillman John Anderson Luther Kremer George Clowser Hiett Harper Howard Taytor

Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider Co Opens Apple Intake

The Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Company will begin taking cider apples tomorrow September 7. Ray Robinson manager reports the new intake phase starts promptly and will run as the season progresses.

Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Co Ray Robinson Mer

Contributions To The Monument Fund

Miss Lucy W. Russell treasurer of the Confederate monument fund reports a $20 contribution from Mr. E. V. Weems of this city.

Lucy W. Russell Confederate Monument Fund E. V. Weems

Winchester WCTU Plans Friday Picnic on Mrs Dunlap Lawn

Winchester W C T U will host a Friday afternoon picnic from 2 to 6 o clock on the lawn of Mrs. Fannie Dunlap at Berryville Pike. All members and friends are invited to bring baskets for an interesting program and a pleasant social afternoon. Secretary. 5-1p-2t.

Winchester W. C. T. U Fannie Dunlap Berryville Pike

Oklahoma Sacred Song Bird Performs At East Cork Church

A large audience of diverse races attended a recital last night at John Mann Methodist Church East Cork Street. Mme E L O Bruce the performer, a colored woman of Negro and Cherokee descent from Muskogee Oklahoma, will sing again tonight and tomorrow night at the same church. White friends who enjoy southern melodies are invited to attend. Boxes for the Winchester Fair should be requested from treasurer Luther Pannett at once.

John Mann Methodist Church East Cork Street Mme. E. L.O ‘Bruce Oklahoma Muskogee Okla

Boundary Talks Open Between American and Mexican Commissioners

In New London on September 6 the American and Mexican commissioners began discussions to set a new understanding. They agreed to address border questions first, including boundary, troop withdrawal, and border protection from bandit raids, postponing financing the de facto government until after other issues and for ratification by their governments. Bankers want a settled situation before any loan questions are considered.

New London Conn

Winchester apple bulletin reports daily shipments and prices

The Winchester branch of the USDA Markets and Rural Organization issued its first daily apple bulletin. It lists yesterday's apple shipments by state, Winchester sales and prices, plus 9:50 A.M. telegraphic jobbing prices from major markets. Local notes cite calm demand and solid quality with Grimes Golden and Jonathan barrels priced around 2.59 to 3.00 dollars.

Winchester Office of Markets and Rural Organization United States Department of Agriculture M. S. Wiggins United States Grimes Jonathan

Adamson Eight Hour Bill Signed by Wilson at Union Station

Railroads lift embargoes on freight shipments after the Adamson eight hour day bill is signed by President Wilson in Washington. To ensure legality the President also affixed his signature again on a return trip, amid questions over constitutional validity.

Winchester Baltimore and Ohio Cumberland Valley Adamson Congress Wilson Union Station Washington Shadow Lawn N. J Hodgenville

Apple Embargo Noted for Fall Bulk Apples at Miller Warehouse

Hand picked bulk apples including all fall varieties are embargoed in the market. Winter varieties are also available by inquiry at Miller Warehouse operated by Brock under C V R R RF A.

Miller Warehouse A. Brock

Upright Piano in Mahogany at Shal's Music Store

Readable fragment notes an upright piano in mahogany finish with splendid cast and condition. Original cost $326, offered cheap to quick buyer with cash or installments at Shal's Music Store.

Shal’s Music Store

Kremer and Miss Nelson Wed in Akron Marriage

An Akron ceremony united William Potts Kremer and Nellie Mae Nelson on Sunday, August 20. The couple now resides at 105 12 Staunton Avenue Akron Ohio. Kremer comes from a Winchester family and works in Akron. Nelson a Capon Bridge native who long resided in Winchester and served as recording clerk in the county clerk's office.

Winchester William Potts Kremer Nellie Mae Nelson Akron Ohio Staunton Avenue Kremer Capon Bridge Hampshire County W. Va

Desirable Farm Sale Near Court House

In front of Court House on September 9, a 91 acre farm with spring and well and a residence with modern conveniences and lights. Sale announced by J. L. Crisman.

Court House J. L. Crisman

Woore Hosts Guests With Lambert In City Home

Mr and Mrs Frank L Woore entertained last evening inviting Mr and Mrs Bear of this city and Mr and Mrs D O Lambert of Hagerstown Md Lambert manages the wholesale firm where Woore is a traveling representative Fair tickets are now on sale at Bell Brothers and Robert A Denny's Jewelry Store 6 flp at Luther Pannett Treasurer

Frank L. Woore Bear Cty D. O. Lambert Hagerstown Lambert Mr. Woore Bell Brothers Robert A. Denny's

Won Rockingham By 568 Majority

In Rockingham county and Harrisonburg Judge Thomas W W Harrison of Winchester won the Democratic primary for Congress by a 568 vote margin over Senator H Downing of Front Royal for the full term and by 657 over Senator N B Barry Jr of Greene for the short term. Official totals: 19020 to 452 for the full term and 993 to 436 for the short term. An error in Pleasant Valley poll books delays the certificate until the canvassers meet again Saturday.

Harrisonburg Rockingham County Thomas WW. Harrison Winchester Congress H. Downing Front Royal N. B. Barry, Jr Greene J. Robert Switzer H. W. Wyant Walter B

Anti-Saloon League Leaders to Speak in Winchester on Sunday

Prominent Anti-Saloon League of Virginia leaders will address gatherings in Winchester and Frederick County on Sunday September 10 as part of the field day. Speakers include Rev Dr James Cannon state superintendent Rev Sidney Peters state prohibition commissioner Rev David Hepburn field secretary and Rev S B Hatcher prohibition advocate. A full program for the meetings will be announced soon. Lost gold bar pin with pearl center. reward offered to Mrs Robt Y Conrad.

Anti-Saloon League of Virginia Winchester Frederick County Anti-Saloon League James Cannon Sidney Peters Prohibition David Hepburn S. B. Hatcher

Postpone Election of Officers for a Month

The new Common Council met in City Hall and organized for the year. John J. Snyder was elected president and A. T. Jones vice-president by unanimous vote. All other city officer elections were postponed until the next regular meeting. a list of five candidates was read for information.

A. T. Jones iList Council John, J. Snyder Second Ward Ward Messra John H. Snyder J. Fred, Goss H. G. Sheets Hunter B. Grim Herman Hy Hable W. E. Japts M. B. Murshan Lewis F. Cooper W. T. Baker Charles W. Ramsburg W.B. Ryan Mesure Grim W. P. Jones Cooper R. Gray Williams Hagble Ramsburg Mr. Jones Messrs. Baker Cooper, Murnan Sheetz and Snydeg Gnyder Sheetz M. A. Doran John T. Noonan C. E. Neville G. Sho

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Clery Teutons Fair Daniecourt Ridgeway Services Jefferson Jos. A. West Engineer Seibert Miss Butt Hable Building W. B. Barnett Wire Melvin Flegenheimer Richmond, Va S. H. Hable East Water Street C. A. Willett Burlington Town Hotel Evans J. J. Zeigler Ardmore, Pa E. Virginia Smth Hotel Tack Ada W. Walker Misées Kinzel North Main Street Chas. H. Green Miss Custis Baltimore Grain Markets Conference OF United Brethren W. C. T. U. Picnic Winchester Fair Luther Pannett Barder Bulletin Apple WM. P. Kremer Miss Nelson Treas Rockingham Robt. Y. Conrad Onyder Common Council Local Lawmak Ers
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