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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1923
Page
1
Virginia voters face a referendum on issuing 50 million dollars in bonds to complete the state highway system. The piece warns that backing bonds commits to a centralized policy and urges voters to weigh long term road governance and a pay as you go option before the November ballot.
Mrs Annie Hack and Miss Lucy Kurtz head home from Roanoke Virginia after attending the 36th annual Confederate Veterans reunion and 28th Sons of Confederate Veterans meeting. Capt George Kurtz was elected second lieutenant commander of the Grand Camp. The Roanoke Times lauded Annie Hack as oldest Daughter of the Confederacy visitor.
The Winchester citizens' committee secured a 2 cent per gallon reduction from Standard Oil and Texas Oil in the Winchester territory, lowering Standard and Texas oils to 23 cents a gallon. It is unclear if Norfolk district including Woodstock and Harrisonburg is affected. another carload of gasoline is en route to the city.
Hugh Sidwell Richardson, 73, born in Winchester, died in Hagerstown following a gradual decline. He will be returned to Winchester for services at Mount Hebron Cemetery with Rev. Dr. Frank T. McFaden officiating. Surviving are wife Annie Kiger and children Charles Richardson and Esther, Louise, Nellie, with relatives in Winchester, Hagerstown, and nearby towns.
Invitations issued by Mr. Marshall Baker for a reception and dance at his Washington street home after the theatre tomorrow evening. Guests of honor include Mr. De Wolf Hopper and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Lean of New York City. Mrs. Hunter H. McGuire will entertain at dinner and give a box party for Hopper.
In Norfolk Virginia on September 18 the Peanut Growers sue Dixie Peanut Company and others in federal court for 6 325 million under the Sherman act The growers charge market manipulation and loan coercion by the National Peanut Cleaners and Shellers Association The defense argues the growers and the association constitute an illegal restraint of trade and operate as a cooperative.
Job notice states steady work for men at the National Fruit Product Co offices on Fairmont Avenue Winchester Virginia Apply at the office for details and recruitment information posted in the local newspaper column.
The First Baptist church will host a prayer meeting tomorrow night at 7 45 with Phylathia Class led by teacher Mrs H C Jones in charge.
An examination of Virginia apples shows quality far exceeding expectations and argues for careful packing to preserve reputation. The piece urges growers to avoid cull apples, promote high quality packs, and target discriminating markets, warning that rotten fruit harms business and future prospects.
Prohibition Commissioner Haynes called for law observance during Constitution Week. He urged Americans to uphold the Constitution, foster true-blue Americanism, and pledges of obligation and devotion to its principles.
William Arthur Fisher, colored, aged 44 and unmarried, died yesterday evening at 417 South Braddock Street after a long illness. He was the son of Rev. W. P. Fisher and leaves four brothers Harry James Charles and Lloyd. Funeral set for 3 PM tomorrow at his home with Rev Wells of Hagerstown officiating.
The Improved Order of Red Men of Winchester hosts visiting delegates from West Virginia Maryland and Pennsylvania for the Tri State League annual conclave at the local wigwam. The Pocahontas lodge will sponsor a banquet with toasts from notable out of town speakers. Members are urged to attend.
Thomas Calder Diggs secretary of the Virginia Sunday School Association died in a local hospital after a brief illness. He was known in Winchester and Frederick County for frequent lectures on Sunday school work and attended the Frederick County Sunday School Association convention just this past summer.
Reported by the Associated Press from Birmingham on September 18 states the whipping strap, abolished two years earlier by Governor Kilby, was reintroduced in at least one Alabama coal mine camp after an outbreak at the Banner mine. Leaders were flogged. white convicts were among those punished.
Athens reports that fulfillment of Inter-allied demands began with official apologies. The Interior Minister apologized to Britain France and Italy at their legations over the Janina mission massacre.
Five bandits held the village of Cleveland in terror for two hours at the First State Bank driving away in a stolen car with cash and bonds estimated between 14000 and 18000 dollars.
Indianapolis report states 472 of 541 replies approved the American Legion plan for an international air disarmament conference. Replies were sent by United States senators congressmen governors editors college presidents and other prominent citizens to Legion national headquarters.
The meeting of the women's Democratic Club scheduled for tonight is indefinitely postponed. Notices of the next meeting time will be announced in The Star.
Mr. Gilbert Rosenberger departed yesterday for the University of Virginia after a summer at his parents home east of Winchester. He was accompanied by his classmate Maurice Cohen of Washington D. C.
The will of Lily Dandridge Pendleton probated in Winchester details a $1 million estate with main bequests to her two daughters Nannie Boyd Harrison and Lily Dandridge Boyd. A life interest of $5 000 to sister Nannie Dandridge and a $5 000 to grandson Peyton Randolph Harrison Jr. are also specified along with a watch bequest.
Shenandoah Valley League final play off pits Luray and Front Royal after directors meeting in Strasburg. Luray declared second half winner by half game amid motions for a three game series and unplayed-game adjustments, motions failing to gain support. The clubs stood as previously announced.
The Pullman Company, after paying dividends of nearly 11 million dollars, shows a net surplus of 2.417 million for the year ended July 31 1923, up from 1.171 million previous year. Total cash and government securities amount to 41.778 million, with 7 865 cars on hand and 211 under construction as stated by President E H Gary.
Miss Shirley Miller of Wa county Virginia died last night at Memorial Hospital after a brief illness and operation. She was the youngest daughter of the late Joseph A. Miller former state legislator. Survived by her mother Mrs Mary Spangler and sisters Mrs Daniel Hughes and Mrs Scott Jett and brothers Robert and others. Funeral will be held Thursday at Sacatone and burial at White Post.
The Hoover property, the desked home of late W. H. Hoover at 11 South Kent Street near Handley schools, will be sold in front of the Court House at 12 o clock next Saturday. See sale bill. Also listed: room and board at 28 South Stewart Street.
The Empire Theatre management asks Marshall-Baker to curb late arrivals and early departures. Patrons should arrive before curtain, remain seated, and calmly exit when needed, as 4 front exits, 2 side exits, 2 balcony exits exist, with a three-minute evacuation time.
cattle sale announcement lists 150 head of cattle of various kinds consigned for Friday September 21 1923 at Boyce Virginia Stock Yard at 10 AM rain or shine. Terms revealed on sale day. Also ads H D Albin Fairmont Creamery Co. agent for selling eggs poultry and cream.
The People's Drug Co announces hot chocolate available at the sanitary fountain from 18 to 21, offering a warm beverage option in public spaces.
A divorce proceeding in Frederick County Circuit Court involves Ma kins Pflug and her husband Charles Pflug. The couple reportedly resides in Washington DC with property in Portland, and the case tests Virginia residency requirements for filing.
An untitled verse fragment from GHO B. Harrison in Boyce Virginia expresses farewell and lingering love. The speaker notes a heartbreak best expressed as the heart remaining with the beloved despite departure.
Describes a desirable farm of Joseph Pifer near Arm Winchester and Front the pike with new timber and acres, fronting Court House. Immediate possession will be given. See sale bill.
The large orchardists expect to start harvesting Yorks next Monday September 24. The Yorks are not all colored yet but are taking on color rapidly due to cold nights. The fruit quality in Frederick County is very fine.
Rouss Fire Co calls a special meeting for Tuesday September 18 at 8 o clock. The reading trip committee will report and all members are urged to attend. W. E. Huntsberry serves as president.
Comptroller of the Currency announced a call for condition on national banks at the stage of progress on Friday. Mr and Mrs. D. C. were to their home after visiting sister Mrs. B. F. Solemberger in county.
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