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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1922

Page

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Frederick County School Board Advances Suburban Education Plan

The Frederick County School Board met to organize under a new county unit and discussed compulsory vaccination and attendance enforcement for suburban children. Grattan Crawford was elected to the board and Mrs. A Wright named clerk. The board approved regular monthly meetings and the payment of high school tuition for students from Shawnee, Stonewall, Back Creek, and Gainesboro districts, with conditions on grades and campuses. A survey of Shawnee and Stonewall areas near Winchester was ordered to identify outlying pupils needing county schooling.

Frederick County School Board Grattan Crawford A Wright Uhion Asmt Shawnee Stonewall Sandley Aope County School Board Back Creek Gainesboro Gore and Cross Junction Frederick County Opequon Winchester

Bride and groom visit before Mr Roe resumes duties

Mr and Mrs Joseph H Roe arrive from Washington to visit relatives before Roe returns to head the chemistry department at George Washington University in Washington Grace Lauck Roe formerly Miss Lauck married here recently and now visits. Wanted Butler apply 400 N Main St 1p.

Joseph H. Roe Grace ‘Lauck Washington Mr. Roe George ‘Washington University Butler N. Main St

Handsome New 1923 Cadillac Delivered by Local Dealer

Harry Ebert of a Buick and Cadillac dealer delivers a handsome 1923 Cadillac sedan to W. E. Cooper of T. J. Cooper and Sons. The model is priced at 4360 dollars and touted as highly attractive and desirable.

Harry Ebert Buick Cadillac W. E. Cooper

Clean Cotton Rags at Star Office

Mr and Mrs McKenny Berry who have been visiting the latter s parents Mr and Mrs B W Baker returned today to Washington Mrs Raymond Simpson and her two children who have been visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs Clarence Grim on National avenue have returned to Washington Mr J Georgi Baetjer left this morning for Baltimore where he will spend several days returning with Mrs Baetjer who has been visiting friends there for some time

Raymond Simpson Clarence Grim National Avenue Washington Mr. J. Georgi Baetjer Baltimore Mrs. Baetjer

Fairmont Society Announces Upcoming Winchester Nuptials

The Fairmont society page notes the engagement of Miss Hall daughter of Pittsburgh avenue Pittsburgh and Mr Robinson son of Winchester. A luncheon at the Country Club marks the betrothal with to be marriage on November 1. Guests include Mrs Charles Shuttleworth Clarksburg and Mrs Robert Barnes Parkersburg.

Charles L. Son Winchester Hal Country Club Columbia Ophelia Ward Charles Shuttleworth Clarksburg A. D. Simon Robert E. Barnes Parkersburg George M. Alexander Robinson Miss Hall Homer Hall Pittsburgh Avenue Mount Dé Chatel Academy Wheeling Scudder School New York Charles L. Robinson C. D H. P. Robinson A. W. Sterling Dickinsson School Carlisle

Remember the Big Minstrels Tomorrow Parade and Prices

Announcement for a traveling minstrel show tour featuring three organizations with a noon street parade and a listed price range. Gallery seating 28c, balcony 55c and 85c, orchestra 1.10 dollars, best seats 1.00 dollar plus tax. Tickets available now.

Sunday School Union Picnic Set for Thursday

The annual Sunday school picnic of Stephens City's Sunday schools will be held Thursday in Kline's woods near Vaucluse Station. All are invited to bring baskets and arrive early for a day of speaking singing and games. The event is a joint Lutheran and Methodist affair with church trucks departing at 9 am.

Stephens City Kline's Vaucluse Station Shady Woods

Trescott Grader with conveyor cuts packing costs

The Trescott Grader features a new roller conveyor that turns apples for inspection, saving labor and time. Winchester city court completes stock of picking and packing supplies to meet all needs with special ladders at low prices from Winchester Orchard Supply Co.

Winchester Orchard Supply CO

Virginia veterans reunion reports 300 attendees in Winchester

At the Virginia Confederate veterans reunion in Winchester about 300 veterans attended. About 2568 registered at the American Legion building with 75 sponsors and maids of honor. organizers praised hospitality from local groups and individuals for lodging transport and tours.

Virginia Winchester American Legion Grand Camp Sons of Veterans Rot of Directors Chamber of Commercce Oneral George W Kurtz Lucy F. Kurtz R. T. Barton W. A. Baker Lucy Russell Augusta Conrad Charlies W. Trenary T. Russell Cather George H. Grimm C. W. Trenary Spot White R. Brute Stonaker R. V. Conrad Post Woman’s Auxiliary R. Y

Mary Company Arrives Safely to Begin Empire Run

Geo. M. Cohan’s forty strong comedians arrived from Frederick Maryland after success in Hagerstown and Scranton. The Mary musical comedy, with dancers and lavish scenery, plays Empire tonight at 8 15. late seating not allowed. Tomorrow features Gus Hill’s and Honey Boy Evans minstrels under John W Vogel. seats on sale.

Geo. M. Cohan Frederick Hagerstown Scranton Mary The Empire Baker Big City Gus Hill Honey Boy Evans John W. Vogel

Gen Imboden's Brother Here At Confederate Reunion

Veterans gathered in Winchester for a Confederate reunion where Capt. George Imboden and his West Virginia daughter visited. A. T. Ritenour of North Kent Street, who served with Capt. Imboden, confirmed the pair were long apart but soon recognized each other during the event. Ritenour recalled serving in Company D under Capt. Wesley Makeley of Alexandria while Imboden led his unit.

Winchester George Imboden West Virginia John D. Imboden A. T. Ritenour North Kent Street

Laborers Wanted for Gas Main Work at Piccadilly Street

Twenty five workers needed immediately to open trenches and lay gas mains. Pay is two dollars per day. Apply at the Gas Office located at 21 West Piccadilly Street.

West Piccadilly Street

Mrs. Flood Leaves for Atlantic City Visit

Mrs. Anna Portner Flood widow of Rep. Henry D. Flood travels from the Byrds home for late summer and fall in Atlantic City. She is joined by son Bolling Byrd Flood and daughter Eleonor Faulkner. Picnic. Lost Tuesday a gold Autopoint pencil on Main Street. Reward Grove Bros. Store Ip

Anna Portner-Flood Henry D. Flood Richard E. Byrd Atlantic City Bolling Byrd Flood Eleanor Faulkner. Picod Main St Grove Bros

Supper and Market Benefit at Church for Improvement Fund

A community event on September 5 to 9 at the Market Street Church aims to raise funds for the church improvement project housed in the old post office building. The schedule lists meals and activities from 5 to 9 PM with proceeds supporting the fund.

Market St. Church Improvement Fund Old Post Office

Injunction Violation Raises Constitutional Press Issue

A court injunction challenged as violating the Constitution raises questions about press freedom and legal limits on government action. Attorneys argue the injunction infringes on prior restraint and free speech rights while outlining potential implications for newsroom operations and state oversight.

Impeachment Urged for Attorney General Daugherty

Telegraph from J J Dowd urges impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Daugherty and Federal Judge Wilkerson over a strike injunction. Senator Borah calls the injunction unconstitutional and an assault on press freedom and lawful trade. Meanwhile a Southern Railway wreck near Jacksonville prompts reports of derailment and a Baltimore meeting on ending the strike.

Borah J. J. Dowd Daugherty Judge Wilkerson Southern Railway Jacksonville Baltimore Associated Press Senate Robinson Arkansas Nipeachnat Gaasne Lone Sept Wilkerson Chicago Senator Borah John J. Dowd The of Policy Committee Railway American Federation of Labor Policy Committee John Scott Mr. Jewell Fla Royal Palm Limited Cincinnati New York Robert Binker Rail Executives Association

Winchester Storage Ad Prepares for Apple Season

Storage pre cooled rooms ready to receive apples for age. Winchester Cold Storage. New and Fireproof. Wm. Beverley, Mer.

Winchester Cold Storage Beverley Mer

Yard Party Sept 7 at Red Bud for Church Repairs

Charity event labelled Yard Party on September 7 at Red Bud to raise funds for church repairs. Organizer and venue details are limited in readable text. This notice highlights a community benefit with proceeds supporting the church building.

Friendship Fire Company to Hold September Meeting

The Friendship Fire Company will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday September 7 at 7 p.m. Every member is requested to be present. Business of importance. Captain Fred Forney presides.

Friendship Fire “Co At & P.m

Norris Slayer Chased by Motorcycle Police Near Elkridge

Baltimore dispatch says Walter Socolow pursued by motorcycle officer Frank Bromley from Westport to Elkridge on August 18, with a muddy sedan bearing license 99 895 sought. A woman with Socolow and three men described the car at Western police station, aiding the pursuit as Bromley chased the lead vehicle.

Associated Press Baltimore Walter Socolow James Hart William B. Norris Westport Elkbridge Frank Bromley Socolow Bilbridge Ellicott City Western Reisters Town Road Bromley Plkridge

Manning to Remain Here as High School Instructor

War Department initially ordered Capt. Guy E. Manning relieved from duty at John Handley High School Winchester. Telegrams indicate the order was revoked and Manning will serve at the school this term. The move followed concerns over maintenance funds for military instructors and concurrent congressional appropriations.

War Department Guy E. Manning John Handley Winchester Manning California Congress

Glider Rises From Water at Manhasset Bay

Glenn H. Curtis, famed aviator, performed a 40 second flight in a Marine glider over Manhasset Bay in Fort Washington New York, claimed to be the first time a glider rose from water.

Associated Press Fort Washington N. Y Glenn H. Curtis Manhasset Bay

Winchester Schools Open 1922 23 Registration Dates

Winchester Public Schools begin the 1922 23 session on September 11. New Winchester residents register at John Kerr Building for grades 1 6 and Equity Grounds for grades 7 12 from September 4 to 6. County pupils register September 16. Registration by September 8 required. returning pupils exempt. 29-11t

Winchester Public Schools Winchester John Kerr Equity

Rescuers Blocked in Kennedy Mine Drift

Rescue workers trying to reach a trapped group in the Kennedy mine at the Argonaut level have broken through sixty feet of rock but found the main drift blocked. Officials say the 353 feet of drift remains shut along its length, preventing access to the entombed workers.

Orders for drill and khaki uniform return

All men named Kerebs are ordered to report for drill on Friday September 1922 and surrender khaki uniforms. This is by command of Captain Geo H Grimm and 1st Sergeant E E Brintigle.

Méhae Kerebs Geo, H. Grimm Per .E. E. Brertigle

Sons of Confeder ate Veterans defend role with veterans

A committee from the Sons of Confederate Veterans and the Grand Camp of Virginia stated they do not seek to supplant veterans groups. They expressed subservience to veterans and pledged to aid and honor the Confederate veterans in any capacity as long as a veterans camp exists.

Sons of Confederate Veterans Grand Camp of Virginia Mons Coane Richmond Confederate Veterans of Virginia James F. Tatem Berkeley Army of Northern Vicerota J. H. Leslie Leesburg Sons’ Organization Winchester Grand Camp Veterans’ Organization

English Buyer Arrives Here to Meet Local Apple Growers

Mr and Mrs G Ridgeway Cooper of Liverpool England arrive in Winchester to stay with Mr and Mrs Boyd R Richards on Washington Street. Cooper is with G R Cooper Company apple importers of Liverpool with branches in London Glasgow and other UK cities. He plans talks with local apple growers and notes favorable English market conditions for autumn exports.

G. Ridgeway Cooper Liverpool England Winchester Boyd R. Richards Washington Street Cooper G. R. Cooper Company Apple Importers London Glasgow United Kingdom Canada Nova Scotia

Twenty Five Miners Dead in England Mine Disaster

Twenty five bodies recovered after an explosion trapped forty miners at a Whitedhaven coal pit. Rescue teams face heavy rock falls and gas as they work, with officials fearing the pits may need sealing like a 1910 neighboring mine disaster.

Whitedhaven England

Matthews to enroll son at Shenandoah Valley Academy

Hagerstown Md. resident D A Stickell and Sons grain dealer Mr Matthews toured town to arrange early enrollment for his son at Shenandoah Valley Academy for the 1922 23 session. He cited favorable remarks about the Handley Schools in nearby states.

F. G. Matthews Hagerstown D. A. Stickell and Sons Shenandoah Valley Academy Matthews West Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania Handley

Bride Here on Visit From Washington

Mrs. William B. Sinnott formerly Miss L Virginia Athey arrived from Washington with relatives and friends and will stay at the home of her parents on National avenue. She was joined by Mr and Mrs H Elmer Miss Irene Jeffries Walter Hurde and Elmer Fletcher who have since returned to Washington by car.

William B. Sinnott L. Virginia Athey Washington Charles Athey National Avenue H. Elmer Irene Jeffries Walter Hurde Elmer Fletcher

For Rent House at 412 South Kent Street

Rental listing for a house at 412 South Kent Street Edpep tar. Describes 2 to 4 occupants or rooms available with unspecified terms.

South Kentistreet Ed Pee Tar

City council renews contracts and seeks lighted street

Reports of officers show council unaninously reelects Baker as president and Grimm as vice president for two years. A petition from Mrs. Cooper seeks street lighting on Market Street to curb nighttime nuisance. prior-month finances and fines are summarized, with August revenues and July and August penalties listed.

W. A. Baker Hunter B. Grimm Baker McVicar Asa Grimmee Henry Call Baker Grimm Anderson Sale Henry Baetjer Cooper Hodgson Robinson Or C.cooper North Market Tually Piccadilly Street Avenue Market Street Commissioner of the Revenue

Public Sale at 526 Fairmont Estate of Mrs Shanholtz

At 2 p m on September 30 the administrator of the estate of Mrs Shanholtz will sell at public auction household goods carpets stoves furniture antiques and miscellaneous items at 526 Fairmont Ave. Proceeds go to the estate. TROVELLIS.

Fairmont Ave Shanholtz

Friendship Reel Team Meeting Tonight

The reel team of the fire company will meet tonight at 7 30. BITTER, Chairman, presides as the meeting moves forward with assigned roles and plans.

Ce Fire Company

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G. Crawford School Board Tion Wright For Star Office Louise Hall Fairmont W. Va Virginian Carie Minstrels UNION Mary”. Company Gen. Imboden Robimson Dom of the Press Friendship Fire Company Norris Capt. Manning Bob Bride New City Brags Electriciy
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