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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1917

Page

2

Record-Breaking Throng Attends War Relief Celebration

A large crowd gathers as Frederick County hosts a Red Cross appeal and war relief ceremonies. Dr Smith urges support for a local Red Cross chapter while listing draft statistics and honoring servicemen. Music, prayers, and a marching parade conclude the event at Braddock and Cork Streets.

United States Germany Cross Heflin Dr. Smith Red Cross Angels of Mercy Smith Jester Frederick County War Relief Association Gsnerirr Iauther Pannett Bosra National Army R Gray Williams Julian F. Ward Citizens’ Committee Nelson Page Richard Griffith Nan L. Forsyth Rebecca Bell A. M. Baker John I. Sloat Clay DeGrange W. E. Cooper Nan. Maynard Hugh Duffey George Hugh Puffey Ss. H.mner J. Crosby McCarthy H. D. Fuller McCarthy Citizens’ Band

Cocoanut Oil Fine For Washing Hair

Use plain coconut oil as a shampoo alternative to harsh soaps. Moisten hair with water, rub in a small amount, and rinse. it cleanses scalp and hair without drying, leaving it soft and shiny. Available at many drug stores and inexpensive enough for family use.

Safe remedy for children in Brownsville case letter

Chas Baker of Brownsville Texas reports long use of Foley s medicine and tar as an especially effective treatment for his child Bea Ree RS s persistent coughs.

Chas Baker Brownsville Texas Foley Bea

Parade Honors at City Hall March Draws Wide City Crowd

The parade formation led by Chief Marshal White and assistants wove through multiple streets from City Hall to the west door. Civilians, veterans, and organizations including the Golden Rule Bible Class and War Relief Society joined the display of flags, with Uncle Sam at the Boy Scout head and Red Men in Indian dress adding color to the line.

Main Cov Ae Vicent Atreat Rouss Avenue City Hall Plaza Water Street Market Street City Hall Marshal White John W. Larrick, Jr Baker Chamblin J. Crosby McCarthy Chamber of Commerce Citizens’ Band Ward Common Council Luther Pannett Logan R. Fay Winchester Frederick County Petersburg Soldiers of Freedom Turner Ashby Confederate Veterans Mulligan Post Grand Army of the Republic Golden Rulers Golden Rule Bible Class Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South J. L. Whitlock D. L. Blakemore Frank L. Richardson Braddock Street Church Southern Methodist Church Canning Clubs Uncle Sam Boy Scouts Marshall Baker France

Elaborate Decorated Automobiles Highlight Parade

Decorated automobiles carried elaborate and attractive decorations during the event, drawing attention to the procession and showcasing creative use of colorful adornments. The display reflected festive spirit and community involvement.

Apple market quotations show nationwide apple prices

Winchester reports shipping point prices for Yorks Staymans Delicious Starks Ben Davis. Cumberland describes Grimes Golden and Gano futures. telegraphic jobbing lists Virginia Baldwins Jonathans and Grimes Golden across cities including Washington Pittsburgh New York Philadelphia Cincinnati Chicago with varied grades and prices.

Winchester Yorks Staymans Starks Ben Davis Cumberland Grimes Golden Gano Pittsburgh Grimes New York Virginia Baldwins Jonathan Philadelphia Cincinnati

Winchester and Potomac Railroad Elects Officers

The Winchester and Potomac Railroad Company held its annual directors meeting in its counsel’s office. C. W. Woolford, secretary of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, attended. B&O officers were elected as officers of Winchester and Potomac, with directors named as Thomas Cover, Shirley Carter, W. A. Baker, T. J. Cooper, R. Gray Williams, S. A. Jordan, and C. W. Woolford.

Winchester and Potomac Railroad Company R. Gray Williams C. W. Woolford Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Winchester and Potomac Thomas Cover Shirley Carter W. A. Baker T. J. Cooper S. A. Jordan

Berryville to Host Two-Day Horse Racing Meet

Clarke County Horse and Colt Show Association plans a two day racing meet October 26 and 27 on the Berryville grounds. Six races daily including a steeplechase under National Steeplechase and Hunt Association rules. A large crowd is expected with a steward from the national body. For details contact secretary G L Carter Berryville Va or manager Dr L M Allten Gaylord Va.

Shenandoah Valley Clarke County Horse and Colt Show Association Berryville Virginia National

Mrs Evie Haymaker Doran Funeral Thursday

The funeral of the late Mrs. Evie Haymaker Doran, wife of Mr. J. Robert Doran, who died unexpectedly yesterday in Memorial Hospital, will be held at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning from the Church of the Sacred Heart of Webster.

Evie Haymaker Doran J. Robert Doran Memorial Hospital Church of, Sacred . Heart of Wibtoh Aie

Requiem Mass Planned For Local Resident

A requiem mass will be offered at that hour by Pastor Rev. John McVerry. Following the service, the remains will be taken to Mount Hebron Cemetery for burial.

John McVerry Mount Hebron Cemetery

Miss Gold Visiting Relatives in the East

Miss Martha Wood Gold of Richmond Va visiting grandmother Mrs William Henry Gold. She will visit her uncle Phil H Gold and plan a trip to Berryville next week. On return she will visit Washington and Baltimore.

Martha Wood. Gold Richmond William Henry Gold Miss Gold Berryville Washington Baltimore

Sadie Lindamood Returns Home After Extended Visit

Stephens City resident Sadie Lindamood has returned home after an extended visit with relatives.

Sadie Lindamood Stephens City

Jacob I Graver Dead At Reliance

Jacob I Graver, notable Reliance resident in Warren county, died at home this morning after a long illness at age 77. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 30 in the United Brethren Church with Rev J R Collis and Rev Dr A S Hammack of Dayton Va, burial in Reliance Cemetery.

Jacob I. Graver Reliance Warren County United Brethren Church J. R. Collis A. S. Hammack Dayton Virginia

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Xmas Books Etta Anna Grim George Washington Braddock Cork Streets War Relief The War Relief Society of Virginia Navy League Brucetown Winchester Fire Department Charley Reuss Sarah Zane Friendship Company A. A. P. Neel John Locke Leslie Fox Front Royal Harry Stipe Jesse Russell Hyer Charles Blue Ball Inn Margaret Smithey Samuel Swimley, Sr Sadie Snapp Hagerstown Douglass O'Connell Ettie O'Connell Martinsburg Carroll Snapp Charlestown M Hagerstown Dudley Pierce W. W. Tanquary George Wright Johnetta Wright Fannie Smithey S. J. Swimley, Jr William Jobe Samuel Lee Messrs Alma Jessie Bishop Parker Pen Denny-Clowe Co., Inc R. A. Denny N. Main Street APPLE Agricultural Department Bureau of Markets United States Agricultural Department Bers Logal Railroad J. R. Doran Pennsylvania Grain Drill R. M. Swimley Foo’ter Footer’s Dye Works A. Heller & CO Yes-Thur-Sat Union Bank of Winchester Ford Noa Chapman’s Auto Supply CO S. Main St Beth Faulkner Building Hetzer Mountain View Nursery Co Williamsport Maryland Shenandoah Valley National Bank Duchess of Oldenburg Summer Rambo Wealthy York Imperial Mammoth Stayman Jacob I
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