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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1926
Page
1
A deadly wreck in Florida prompts rapid rescue efforts as the death toll climbs to four hundred with injuries around four thousand and property damage near fifty million across the state.
The Florida hurricane devastates communities with a death toll near 400 and injuries above 4,000. Red Cross and relief forces, with martial law in many areas, mobilize as Hollywood Miami suburb patients flood hospitals and urgent evacuations begin.
Classified notice shows a WANTED ad seeking a woman for general housework, apply to Star office, location Stephens City nearby. Includes routing reference (9-16-1p-tf) with contact as R. W. Hockman in Bartonsville and phone 22F'13, Stephens City.
Lexington Va Sept 22 After a week of practice with 170 man squad at Virginia Military Institute Freshmen Coaches Heflin Caldwell and Ramey begin selecting players for scrimmage against Newport News High School Oct 2 Strong candidates include Joe Swank Handley HS product and last year OV A L halfback H Ford captain last year S Y A team Sartelle Kosis Hawkins and Maury High Norf leading contenders for quarterback roles.
Special prosecutor Alexander Simpson plans the murder trial in October for one of four defendants in the 1930s Hall and Mills case. He declined to name the first defendant but indicated Willie Stevens, brother-in-law of the slain reverend, might be the initial defendant. A jury date will be set in Trenton after Simpson seeks a county jury.
Autumn thefts in Kernstown area w ith many residents losing fowls. C E Omps Lee 80 R L ampbell 60 C L Peer 40 are named among counts. The stolen birds are believed shipped by truck to Washington.
Winchester Motor Co will close its doors on Thursday to take inventory. The notice informs customers of a temporary closure and return to normal operations the following day.
Two Trescott sizing sections with out chains for apple grades priced at 50 dollars for both. One ten foot Pease roller conveyor priced at 75 dollars. Apply at Star Office.
Francis Fife Symington delayed his honeymoon after a fall days before his marriage to Grace Cover at St Thomas Church. He was admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital for observation, with family noting he was progressing well and would soon depart for Europe after recovery. Symington, son of Mrs W Stuar Symington, is a prominent Gibson Island figure and noted dairy industry associate.
American automobile production rose to a new monthly high in August with 379 111 passenger cars and 45 283 trucks, the Commerce Department reported. Year to date production also surpasses the previous high.
Elkton Md Sept 22 three Pennsylvania Railroad gasoline tank cars exploded when a freight train left the tracks south of Northeast Md unknown cause. Twenty three of forty seven cars left the track. five other gasoline tanks wrecked and one box car burned. No injuries. Fire lit the area for miles as crews fought the blaze with limited water. Traffic diverted over B and O until track was cleared.
Governor Harry F. Byrd issues a proclamation calling Virginians to send prompt generous gifts to the American Red Cross for Florida relief. He notes Judge John Barton Payne heads the Red Cross and urges donations to the nearest regional chapter to meet the sister state's needs.
William Hipple, automobile dealer, died after falling 20 feet from an open elevator shaft on Chester Street Monday night. He was rushed to Johns Hopkins Hospital but pronounced dead on arrival. Coroner J F H Potter will investigate the death. funeral at 2 PM tomorrow from No 424 North Broadway Baltimore.
Attorney John M Steck had his Nash car stolen twice within 24 hours. The first theft occurred last night when the car was left unlocked at his residence on ge avenue and later found on North avenue after a night drive. This afternoon the car disappeared from Reuss avenue as he headed to lunch and was seen turning north on North Market street with two young girls inside. Police were alerted and Motor cycle Policeman Tom Boyd pursued. by late afternoon neither the car nor the girls were located.
The will named executor Lynch who has qualified with a $5,000 bond. It directs sale of the property and division of proceeds among all children. The document was executed August 25, 1923, after the death of Mr Harford, longtime Shenandoah Valley National Bank custodian, at his daughter’s Martinsburg home.
In Carteret New Jersey on September 22 a group slashed women’s cloaks and suits valued at 100000, bound the watchman, and burned stock with acid. About 50 plant employees had been on strike for months.
Classified notice lists an experienced apple facer sought by H K Russell. Includes no further details beyond contact for application and date code.
A Shenandoah county jury in Woodstock acquitted William Shanholtz of Winchester of transporting liquor in a car. The car, later found with liquor, had been driven by three men who fled. Shanholtz claimed innocence and that the car was stolen during a late night rum running expedition. His two companions face separate trials, likely to be dropped.
Special attention is called to an attractive Fall millinery display by Margaret L Hodgson on Friday September 24. Public notice invites shoppers to view hats and styles showcased by Hodgson.
Smock peaches priced at 50 cents per bushel at John Larrick's orchard. Readable note records a fruit sale with pricing and location.
Federal agents nabbed Leigh Watkins near Martinsburg as part of an alleged Hagerstown based dope peddling ring. Two other suspects, James Lee and William Carter, are in custody after the Boyce State Bank robbery in Clarke County. Carter, injured during a pursuit, and Lee, wounded in a prior shootout, face federal charges and possible jail terms.
Winchester Cold Storage advertises for fifteen men to pile barrels of apples during winter. Also listing for sale of vehicles including a 1926 Ford coupe, a 1925 Ford touring, and a 1922 Maxwell touring sedan in good condition, sold to quick purchasers at Winchester.
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