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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1934

Page

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Roosevelt and New Deal Score In Main State Elections

In Maine, with 624 of 631 precincts reported, Republican Senator Frederick Hale led Democrat F Harold Dubord by 1 238 votes amid a Democratic gubernatorial reelection in a historic first for the commonwealth. In New York eight primaries cross state lines as Louisiana votes test machines against reform. New Orleans guards prepare as Huey Long backers clash with Semmes Walmsley, while Colorado eyes Miss Josephine Roche for governor amid a national admin alignment. The New Deal is a campaign theme in Washington as race totals roll in.

Portland Frederick Hale F. Harold Dubord New York Arizona Colorado Washington Louisiana Michigan Vermont New Hampshire South Carolina New Orleans Huey Long T. Semmes Walmsley Congress Josephine Roche Edwin C. Johnson

Supervisors Discuss County Work at Regular Meeting

Frederick county board members met for the September session with all members present. They accepted monthly reports, deferred state auditor hire, backed road widening to Hiett curve and Potter's Hill, and urged the Highway Commission to add a section to the state system. The panel approved damages for a colt, and set committees to plan Emergency Relief offices and road repairs.

Board of Supervisors Frederick County C. I. Brumback Phil H. Adams C. M. Rosenberger A. J. Tavenner Hugh Rinker J. M. Massey I. Fred Stine Elizabeth Hurst State Highway Commission Star Tannery Post Office Shenandoah County Williams Road E. W. Adams Burr P. Harrison T. Russell Cather Hiett's Curve Richmond Homer Shade C. L Brumback Phil H. Gold P. B. Stickley Stephens City Katherine Cameron Carroll County Bertha Hicks Winchester- Frederick County

Take No Chances On Streets As School Opens

With school starting, more children will be on the streets. Parents and teachers should urge caution and safe walking, especially on roads without sidewalks. Drivers must give pedestrians wide berth, while praising the summer playground effort that kept youths engaged and prepared for the future.

Schol

Call Meeting of Council Tonight To Elect Head

A Common Council meeting is called for tonight by vice-president Peyton Marshall to elect a president. The session may address unfinished business. Fred L. Glaize, long time council member, is frequently mentioned as a presidential candidate.

Peyton Marshall Fred L. Glaize W. Nelson Page Glaize

NRA Compliance Code Director Imminent Resignation Reported

The Associated Press reports from Washington that A. R. Glancy, assistant NRA administrator for code compliance, is poised to resign amid intra organization dissension over the Harriman hosiery mills dispute. Other NRA officials, including George Houston and C. E. Adams, plan departures as reorganizations unfold. Dr. Charles F. Roos will join Colorado College as economics professor.

NRA Compliance Code Associated Press Washington A. R. Glancy NRA Harriman (Tenn Hughs. Johnson Roosevelt Blue Eagle Harriman Mills Glancy Johnson George L. Berry Donald Richberg Industry National Retail Solid Fuel Code Authority George Houston C. E. Adams Air Reduction U.S. Industrial Alcohol Charles F. Roos Colorado College

Republican Committee Calls Meeting for September 14

Under secretary J D Price the Frederick County Republican committee issues call for a meeting Friday September 14 at 8 pm. at the Republican headquarters on Main Street next to the Union All committeemen urged to attend.

J. D. Price Frederick County Republican Committee Republican Main Street Union

Soft Water Used Winchester Steam Laundry

A Winchester Steam Laundry advertises the use of soft water and lists contact by phone number 28. The brief notice appears in the local classifieds, highlighting water purification and cleaning services offered by the business.

Winchester Steam Laundry

Gorman insists no extension of peace offer in textile talks

A tumultuous day across several states as Saylesville and Danville saw rioting and gear deployed. Authorities report tear gas and barricades as crowds attacked mills while the National Guard mobilized in North Carolina and Saylesville. President Roosevelt’s mediation board met with employers as Francis J. Gorman led the strike talks but offered no progress toward settlement.

Washington President’s Mediation Board Saylesville R. L Sayles Finishing Company Central Falls Danville United Textile Workers Raleigh N. C National Guard Gastonia North Carolina Gaston County Roosevelt Textile Strike Board Francis J. Gorman

Death Summons Ford Anderson of Winchester

Ferdinand B. R. Anderson a 77 year old Winchester resident died of a heart attack on his Woodland avenue porch while talking with Edward Haines of Frederick county. Born August 13 1858 in Rock Enon Springs he was a carpenter and contractor and an avid outdoorsman and marksman. Survived by two daughters Mrs. H. R. Argenbright and Mrs. C. C. Holliday and a sister Mrs. Lucy Creswell. funeral arrangements to be set after his daughters’ arrival.

Ferdinand B. R. Anderson Winchester Woodland Avenue Mr. Anderson Edward Haines Frederick County C. R. Anderson Mr. Haines Anderson Rock Enon Springs Israel R Margaret E. Anderson Julietta R. Steele Wilson H. R. Argenbright Catonsville C. C. Holliday Fall River Mass Lucy E. Creswell Lula Hiner Herbert A. Hiner

Rev Whitehurst To Hold Prayer Meeting

The Rev R V Whitehurst a Methodist minister now living here will conduct a prayer meeting tomorrow night at Brad dock Street M E Church South The service will be held at 8 o clock Everyone is invited to come hear Rev Mr Whitehurst

R. V. Whitehurst Braddock Street M. E. Church South Mr. Whitehurst

Surgeon James I. Russell Honored by New York Friends

A group of Roosevelt Hospital friends in New York surprised Dr. James I. Russell with a 30 year tribute. They rebuilt and equipped surgical rooms and erected a tablet in his honor, recognizing his long service after he returned to New York from this city.

Roosevelt Hospital New York James I. Russell Russell

Prize Novel At Library

Atlantic Monthly prize contest awards ten thousand dollars for the best novel. Winners include Mazo de la Roche for Jaina, Ann Bridge for Pek ing Picnic, and Samuel Rogers for Dusk At The Grove. Handley Library endorses Dusk At The Grove as a strong borrower pick.

Atlantic Monthly Mazo de la Roche Ann Bridge China Peking Samuel Rogers the Grove

South End Fire Company urges action on fire traps downtown

The South End Hose Company joined Friendship Fire Company in asking Winchester to address numerous old buildings deemed fire hazards. A council letter requests steps to condemn or raze dangerous structures, citing old wiring and ramshackle design as threats to life and property. Local fire officials insist no hardship to owners, but demand decisive action.

South End L. Neill Woods South End Company Friendship Fire Company Winchester South End Hose Company

Morro Castle Survivor Testifies in Fire Inquiry

A Morro Castle survivor testified before a federal board that no alarm sounded as the liner burned off the Jersey coast. He said no passengers were on deck when he left to escape and suggested the fire was incendiary. Grand jury subpoenas were issued as bridge officers and a wiper appeared for questioning, with others refusing to answer before grand jury action.

Morro Castle Custom House New York W. F. Warms Board of Investigation Associated Press Federal Board of Inquiry Jersey Bujia York Rben Iy Abbott A Bond Dickerson N. Hoover Department of Commerce Abbott United States Martin Conboy William F. Warms Clarence C. Hackney Ivan Freeman Ellis Beaumont Louis M. Treatwell Francis P. F. Adams Joseph Prendergast Edward P. F. Eagan Bureau of Investigation Department of Justice George I, Alagne United States Attorney’s Office Grand Jury Warme Hackney Freeman Beaumont

Look Out Lizzie Presented Tonight at Sacred Heart

A town event titled Look Out Lizzie is scheduled for 8 o'clock tonight in the Sacred Heart Church hall. Admission is 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children.

Lizzie Sacred Heart Church

Rouss Fire Company Plans Hagerstown Convention Attendance

The Rouss Fire Company will hold a special meeting Wednesday evening September 12 at eight o clock to arrange attendance at the Hagerstown convention on Saturday September 15. M D Weaver president. Lost blue purse with eyeglasses and keys between Winchester Golf Club and 103 N Braddock Street. Liberal reward. Return Star Office.

Rouss Fire Company Hagerstown M. D. Weaver Winchester Golf Club N. Braddock Street

Metal Weather Strip Installed by E W Armstrong Co

E W Armstrong Co installs metal weather strips for windows and doors to insulate homes from cold winds. The firm offers estimates from 39 E Piccadilly St and phone 639, noting 12 years of consistent installation and service.

E. W. Armstrong Co E. Piccadilly St

Pickers Tickets Printed for Evening Star Event

The Evening Star notes that now is the time to have pickers tickets printed for an upcoming event. Details follow in the notice.

the Evening Star

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NEW Deal Commonwealth Senator Hale Fletcher Farley The High Rinker Hiett Probers Conboy John L. Crone Carl O. Nielson G. O. P. Committee Gorman Providence R. I Green Death Ford Rev. Whitehurst Dajas Handley Library Hose Company U.S Rouss Fire Co Pickers
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