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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1934
Page
1
William W. Tripp, Engineer Cadet, linked to an escape with the ship's log, is summoned to appear before the grand jury. The case is described as an amazing confusion of orders and prompts renewed disclosure expectations.
The body of Harry A. Lipscombe of Alexandria Virginia, a Morro Castle passenger, washed ashore at Spring Lake New Jersey. Identification was made via papers in the victim’s pockets as police in Bay Head Manasquan and Spring Lake reported the discovery.
Federal Judge Alfred C. Coxe denied United States Attorney Martin Conley’s bid to force Ward line attorneys to produce statements from Morro Castle officers and crew. He ruled the material was confidential working papers not subject to subpoena, granting the motion to quash.
News notes Col Lindbergh milking a cow and chatting farm life while awaiting a new aircraft engine in Oklahoma. Mrs Lindbergh helps host as curious country folk gather to see the famous couple. Schools closed and rural crowds swarm to catch a glimpse of the heroes.
Georgetown Hospital reports P. P. Pilcher city manager and Peter Yates Brinton of Winchester were injured when their car was forced off the highway near Herndon by a truck and overturned. Pilcher sustained rib injuries and head contusions. Brinton was held for observation.
Anticipation runs high as the Park and O’Sullivan teams prepare for the second game of their Northern Virginia series. A near record crowd is expected at the Park diamond tomorrow afternoon with I. toeing the slab for the Park and star performers from Michael Ritenour and Cadwallader ready to contribute. Both sides boast eager followers and strong lineups for the pivotal clash.
Virginia compiled and published a book titled Virginia Oratory presenting principal Virginians speeches. It arranges selections by historical periods Formative Revolutionary First National Division and Reunion with excerpts from F Byrd and R Gray Williams.
Apple growers are urged to have apples packed at the Virginia Apple Storage Packing House with new equipment and reasonable rates. Satisfaction guaranteed. Inquiries to J. E. Barr via phone numbers 234 or 301.
Lawson Little Jr of San Francisco built a five up lead on David An of Dallas at the halfway mark of the 36 hole United States amateur championship. Little fired a 69 despite a 35 foot birdie putt by Goldman and dominated with long drives and steady accuracy as he sought the American title to complement his British crown.
The government filed its answer in the Andrew W. Mellon tax case before the Board of Tax Appeals. It seeks $3,075,103 in income tax and penalties for the year and disallows $6,525,263 of stock sale losses as fictitious. Mellon’s tax paid was $647,559 with a gross income of $10,890,485 and net income of $1,927,116. the government seeks an additional $2,050,068 plus a 50 percent fraud penalty of $1,025,034.
Report says a large truck owned by the Brothers of Staunton ran over somewhere near this vicinity this afternoon and the driver burned to death. Berryville could not confirm details. The truck was said to be bound for Washington D C or Baltimore Md.
Lizzie Stewart a well known colored woman died suddenly at her home on Railroad street after falling ill at 2:30 p.m. She was at the home of Mrs. C. L. Carver on South Cam place when she became ill. Interment will be at Orrick Cemetery after funeral from St. Pauls A. M. E. Church on North Loudoun Street.
Chance Sun, a 10 to 1 shot from J. E. Widener's Stable, defeated 13 of the turf's leading two year olds in the 45th running of the $100,000 Futurity at Belmont Park before 15,000 spectators. Balladier owned by B. R. Bradley finished second with Plateye, owned by Mrs. Payne Whitney, in third.
The middle section of Skyline Drive from the Shenandoah National Forest to the Spotswood Trail joins the Lee Highway east of Luray and Swift Run Gap. It is open to traffic at up to 30 mph though not fully finished. rain delayed completion and dedicatory exercises by President Roosevelt were postponed.
Seventy members of the Charley Rouss Fire Company and 35 members of the Winchester Concert Band left by private auto for Hagerstown to march in the 5 o’clock grand parade closing a three day meet of eastern fire chiefs. The event caps a schedule of reel races pumping exhibitions and other events with a firemen’s ball at the country club tonight. Rouss Company seeks to repeat its grand parade prize from Cumberland Valley Firemen’s Convention in Waynesboro Pa where about 50 cups will be awarded.
Weather figures show .33 inch of rain at the Winchester Research Laboratory boosting September to 63 inches and the year to 23.30 inches. The 24 hour total ending at 8 am measured 2 inches more than this month’s prior record, with .30 inch already for the month and 1.71 inches needed in the remaining 15 days.
Winchester Steam Laundry promotes soft water service with phone contact listed as 28 for inquiries. The brief ad notes steam laundry offerings and a local utility connection without detailing pricing or service area. The notice reflects a small business marketing snippet from a mid 20th century local newspaper page.
The court may limit business to common law as Attorney James Don refuses to travel. Judge Kiel’s relatives contest his condition while a physician’s report on Krol’s fitness could affect a $5000 cash bond forfeiture. Reardon’s return to office is hoped by mid next week, but court appearance is uncertain.
Churches in Winchester change the evening worship time from 8 to 7 30 o'clock effective tomorrow. The 7 30 o'clock hour will remain in effect until the summer schedule resumes next year.
NEW YORK September 15 The McLarnin Ross welterweight title fight was postponed for the fourth time due to rain. If weather permits it will be held Monday night in the Madison Square Garden Bowl.
Mr. Ellsworth Orndorff returns from Albin to Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney Va for his senior year. Mr. Robertson Harper also departs for Hampden-Sydney to begin his freshman year joining the Rev and Mrs L A Harper of this city.
A notice seeks a good home for a female fox terrier puppy. Contact number 629 J or 41 1 for details and availability.
BEER 3 for 25c Washington prices Free State and Pilsner Ice cold Baker's Service Station Winchester Garage promotion appears in a brief local ad format with pricing and location cues.
Rainbow led Endeavour by about two minutes at the halfway mark as both yachts rounded marks during the Cup series. Rainbow held a six length advantage at mid afternoon with favorable tacking and sail choices, though Endeavour showed improved position before the first half finish.
Professor T. C. Furr a renowned trumpeter who has played with Sousa and Santelman appears with his quartet at the Gospel Tent Berryville in a three service meeting at First Brethren Church on Sunday September 16. Events include Bible School at 9 45 a.m. and topics Rooms to Let or Without Power at 11 a.m. Can We Know at 2 30 p.m. and The Grace of God at 7 30 p.m. Fresh coconuts and watermelons are advertised.
Relatives report the death of Mrs. Jeanne McNeill Carson 76 widow of Joseph Loughheed Carson a Warren County business and civic figure. She died at her daughter Mrs George Carringtons home in Woodstock at 1145 this morning after a period of frail health. Funeral arrangements to follow with Francis A Brown rector of Beckford Parish Episcopal Church to conduct services and interment in Prospect Hill Cemetery beside her husband. Pallbearers include sons-in-law Dr B B Dutton William Paxton Percy Randolph Harold Smith Claude Stokes and Edwin Whelan.
Washington Du Ponts list campaign contributions for Senate munitions committee. Thirty three miles of Skyline Drive opened for traffic. Government seeks over 1 000 000 from Andrew Mellon. Fire destroys Walter P Churchill yacht and several small craft. Dynamite explodes at E M Holt Plaid mill in Burlington North Carolina. Shanghai finance minister denies US loan funds diverted for munitions and aircraft. Former Empress Zita to reside in Austria prompting Habsburg monarchy fears. Berlin fire damages Soviet trade delegation office. origin unknown. Four Dionne quints show improvement Annette serious. League of Nations invites Russia to join.
Local notice urges printing of pickers tickets as current season deadlines approach. The brief mentions the Evening Star date 8 20 1p 21 and emphasizes timely fulfillment for participants.
A dynamite blast at the Holt plant in Burlington, North Carolina, caused a tremor felt for blocks and shattered windows along a 50 foot front. No machinery damage reported as residents likened it to an earthquake. Police probe ongoing as labor tensions flare in Washington with calls for Hugh S. Johnson to resign.
A cordial invitation is extended to teachers of the city schools to attend 11 o'clock morning services at Braddock Street Methodist Church South. Rev. Dr. Hubert Sindenstricker will speak on Jesus the Master Teacher.
Rhodes Drug Co advertises Sunday hours 9 a m to 9 p m with prompt order delivery and phone contact 373. The copy also promotes SkilIed Cleaning and Repair ing services by Rite Way Cleaners as an economical complete service.
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