Women urged to defeat wet forces at election
Miss Anna Gordon of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union urged women to use their ballots to oppose a move to restore wines and beer, calling allegiance to the constitution and the supremacy of law a vital slogan for patriotic Americans during the union convention in Columbus Ohio.
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Associated Press
Columbus
Ohio
Anna Gordon
Woman's Christian Emperance Union
Gordon
Mrs. Harding Receives Life Estate In Harding Estate
In Marion Ohio on September 7 probate records reveal President Harding's will grants Mrs. Harding a life estate worth 100000 in government bonds and securities plus the Marion home and half of the Marion Star building. After her death the assets pass to Dr. George T. Harding Jr and siblings or their heirs. She also receives all personal effects to dispose of.
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Mount Vernon Avenue
Marion Star
George T. Harding, Jr
Charity
M- Rensberg
Abagail C. Harding
Carolyn Votan
Miners and Union Leaders Enter Session in Harrisburg
Miners and union leaders met in Harrisburg with delegates representing anthracite workers aiming to decide a course that could end a mining suspension. John L. Lewis stated no decision was disclosed though associates were optimistic about the outcome.
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Associated Press
Harrisburg
John L. Lewis
Cedar Grove Notes Highlights Visitors And Travel
Cedar Grove Virginia notes record Miss Hattie Dorsey visiting McKeesport. Miss Virginia Lupton visits her parents in Cedar Grove. Charles Suthers and family from Washington stay with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. A G Clark and Mr. O C Dix travel to Wardensville. Amelia Barrett visits friends in Winchester. Barney Smith and Grant Clark family return from Martinsburg.
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McKeesport
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Washington
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A. G. Clark
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Winchester
Barney Smith
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Martinsburg
Biographer William Roscoe Thayer Dies in Cambridge
William Roscoe Thayer, noted biographer of Theodore Roosevelt and Harvard overseer, died today at his Cambridge home after a long illness. He was 89 and had contributed extensively to Roosevelt scholarship and academic life at Harvard.
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Cambridge, Mass
Associated Press
Cambridge
Mass
William Roscoe Thayer
Theodore Roosevelt
Harvard University
Stock Market Shows Spotty Morning Trading
The New York stock market opened with a spotty appearance amid profit taking in independent steel food and textile issues causing fractional declines. Some oils slipped while others rose about a point on short selling. noon trading saw a rebound as strength returned in select issues. Call money started at 5 percent and the day closed irregularly with about 500 000 shares changing hands.
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Associated Press
New York
S. S. President Grant Safe in Manila Harbor
The San Francisco office of the Shipping Board reported that the steamship President Grant, which had been reported burned at Manila, is safe in Manila harbor. The verification was made today.
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Washington
San Francisco
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Virginia Apple Outlook Darkens With Mixed Prospects
The August Apple Report notes a smaller U S crop estimate than last year but a slight rise in the commercial crop. Virginia apples remain largely clean and defect free with steady if uneven prices. officials expect a firm Virginia price around 3 60 per barrel for top packs and reports of demand for Albemarle Pippins and Winesap. The annual meeting moves to Roanoke January 15 to 17, 1924, due to Winchester hotel delays.
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United States
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New York
Virginia
York
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Jonathan
Ben Davis
England
Winchester
Roanoke
The
State Horticultural Society
Frederick County School Board Votes Delayed Opening
In Winchester Virginia on September 3 the Frederick County School Board resolves to postpone the county school openings to October 15 while Middle to High Schools at Middletown Stephens City and the Miller School Winchester open September 17. Students in grades six through eleven may help on farms from September 17 to October 15 and must report employment days to the principal.
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Frederick County School Board
Frederick County
Middletown
Stephens City
Miller School
Miller
Remembrance of Melvin Foreman One Year Later
In sad but loving remembrance of my little grandson Melvin Foreman who died one year ago today God called you home He thought it best and opened the golden gate Little eyes soft and gentle little soul without a stain little lips smile so sweetly resting in a snow white casket Lies our darling Melvin Though a bitter cup the loss is great we trust in God to meet again by his grandmother Mrs Ella Farmer
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Melvin
Ella Farmer
Early reports show Japanese relief fund near two million
Washington September 7 Early reports to Red Cross headquarters today indicated subscriptions to the five million dollar Japanese relief fund were nearing the two million dollar mark.
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Associated Press
Washington
Red Cross
Red Cross Appeals Aid For Japan Earthquake Sufferers
Virginia chapters set a $10,000 local quota as part of a national drive to raise 5 million dollars for Japan relief. The Richmond chapter appropriated 6,000 and plans cash collection points in the business district to speed relief to earthquake victims.
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Old Dominion
American Red
Raine
Rigona
Ate l
State Commission discusses underreporting of motor vehicle taxes
Richmond reports that about 200000 autos and trucks are licensed while only 150000 are listed in tax returns. The commission before adjournment plans to consider jail and almshouse improvements and contemplates centralizing almshouses to cut aid costs for indigent residents.
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Richmond
Life of League at stake in Greco Italian dispute
Geneva reports that Italy refuses to recognize League authority over the Greco Italian dispute, with world leaders warning the covenant must be honored to preserve peace for small nations. The council sought a compromise plan with the League and ambassadors council, while Americans present included Swanson McKinley Hitchcock Baker and others in a crowded session.
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Council Chamber Witnesses Dramatic League Debate
The council heard Lord Robert Cecil warn that the League's intervention is certain and suggested action may follow. Paul Hymans, the Belgian leader, spoke in grave tones about the League's role in the Greece Italy dispute and its promise to preserve the new world order. The session adjourned without a set time for the next meeting and the resolutions will be sent to interested governments.
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Great Britain
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Italians Seize All Weapons in Corfu
Corfu reports Italian occupation authorities confiscating all arms held by residents of all nationalities including Italians. British subjects keep weapons at their consulate. city remains quiet though anxious about duration of occupation. Athens trade chamber vows to end commercial relations with Italy and Italian firms in Greece.
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Earthquake Ravages Tokyo and Yokohama After Collision of Disasters
Tokyo and Kanagawa suffer massive shocks with fires and collapses after a powerful earthquake. Reports from Sendai describe a central quake at 11:55 a.m. Saturday, with fires blamed partly on arson. Martial law appointed General Fukida as emergency commander for Tokyo area. Cholera fears rise from Yokohama as victims drink unsafe water. Casualty figures vary, but losses appear extensive across Tokyo Bay region and beyond.
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Waynesboro
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Petersburg
Funeral for John Cepiley zington Saturday
The funeral of John Cepiley zington will be held Saturday at 2 PM at the Presbyterian Mission Church on land avenue. The Rev Dry page este ot will officiate. Interment follows at na rennet ta. Relatives and friends invited. Bearers include George and McFarland Maurice and Lake Fred Taylor and Roger ford.
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Legion elections name new Virginia and national delegates
Mrs. W A Baker wife of Commander Baker was elected Virginia member of the executive committee of the American Legion and Mrs R T Barton was chosen as a delegate to the next national convention in San Francisco California Also elected to the active committee were Lee Hawkins and Clifford D Grim with members from this city and county listed among the state legion officers.
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Statement of the Legion Organization
Prompt settlement talks shift in Pennsylvania coal crisis
Harrisburg reports Gov. Pinchot meeting with antires mine operators and miners union leaders. Tentative arbitration but wage disputes persist. union seeks 10 percent day-wage rise while operators resist, keeping hopes for a general suspension of operations in the anthracite field on hold.
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National leaders analyze coal evils and labor stablilty
Dr Charles W Eliot Colonel Henry L Stimson and Colonel Guy D Goff address the National Coal Association at Atlantic City urging arbitration by nonpartisan bodies and union incorporation to curb strikes and stabilize coal costs. Investigations show labor costs total about 68 percent of mine costs amid nationwide stoppages impacting supply and prices.
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