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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1932

Page

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Democrats Call Meeting To Raise Roosevelt Campaign Funds

G Fred Switzer chairman of the old Seventh Congressional District Democratic Finance Committee invites all city and county chairmen and readers at State Senator Aubrey Weaver's Front Royal office on Tuesday September 27 at 2 o'clock to map plans for fundraising. He emphasizes people must finance the campaign, not rely on wealthy contributors, to support Roosevelt's bid and protect the masses' right to a decent living.

G. Fred Switzer Old Seventh Congressional District Democratic Finance Committee Old Seventh District Committee Aubrey G. Weaver Front Royal Mr. Switzer Roosevelt Democratic Party America Old Seventh

Rev C J Racey to Lead Lacey Springs Church

The church appoints Rev C J Racey as pastor of the Lacey Springs U B Church. Rev F G Senger named to succeed him as circuit pastor, with the church noted for ongoing gains under changing leadership.

Roosevelt predicts big party split in November vote

President Hoover foes face a forecast of a historic party split as Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt camps in California. He touts a new deal, praises Senator Hiram Johnson, and aims to broaden support among liberals and farmers amid a mass reception in Oakland and San Francisco.

Associated Press San Francisco Calif Franklin D. Roosevelt Hoover White House Hiram Johnson California Sacramento Johnson Oakland Embarcadero Market Street Mr. Roosevelt Golden Gate City Palace Hotel Roosevelt Los Angeles Arizona New Mexico Colorado Nebraska Iowa Wisconsin Ilinois Michigan Albany

Rotary Club Entertained by Scout Artists

The Rotary Club hosted seven uniformed Boy Scouts from Winchester troops who performed for the group. Scout Walter Massie Bruce Shade Arthur Shull Carter Baker Courtney Grim James Good and William Shafer led a program featuring music magic and remarks by G Reginald Haines and Rev E A Lambert.

Rotary Club Winchester G. Reginald Haines Boys’ Work Committee Walter Massie Bruce Shade Arthur Shull Carter Baker Courtney Grim James Good William Shafer E. A. Lambert Mr. Haines Pastor

Special Evangelistic Services In Mount Hope Church

The Rev. Allen Jones of Stephens City will begin a series of special evangelistic services at the Presbyterian Church in Mount Hope at 7 30 p m Monday. The Rev. R G Hutcheson of Farmville Va will preach each evening next week. The meetings close Sunday evening October 2. Everyone invited to attend.

Allen Jones Stephens City Presbyterian Church Mount Hope RG. Hutcheson Farmville

Roosevelt and McAdoo rally in California appeals

Franklin D Roosevelt urges tariff action and farm relief as he campaigns with McAdoo in California. The pair press immediate tariff reform to aid farmers and restore foreign trade while criticizing Washington leadership. Roosevelt introduces McAdoo as future senator and departs for San Francisco amid cheers.

Washington Frank H. Buck California Roosevelt McAdoo San Francisco Franklin D. Roosevelt

Woman's body found in brush near Meridian

The unclothed body of Miss Jerline McNeil, 40, was found under brush in a ditch near Meridian, Mississippi. Bloodhounds led officers to the home of a Black man known as Dudley Roberts, who was detained after investigators searched the house and found clothing and a sawed-off item. Miss McNeil had left home to search for lost cattle.

Associated Press Meridian Miss Jerline McNeil Dudley Roberts

Lejeune in Delicate Condition After Fall at VMI

Attending physicians report Major General John A. Lejeune a shade better in the morning. VMI Superintendent, who suffered a fractured skull from a campus fall, remains unconscious.

Associated Press Lexington John A. Lejeune Virginia Military Institute

Convicted of Drunken Driving in Police Court

William E. Stine was arraigned this morning on a charge of operating an automobile while under the influence of liquor. He was found guilty by Justice Don ald L. Weems, fined $100 and costs, sentenced to 30 days in jail, and had his license revoked for one year.

William E. Stine Donald L. Weems

Stover Reappointed at Keyser Virginia Conference

Rev. George W. Stover of the United Brethren Church in Winchester is reappointed as pastor, the longest continuous service in the Virginia Conference.Transfers include Rev. C. J. Lacey to Lacey Springs with Rev. F. G. Senger succeeding on Winchester circuit. The conference near its close in Keyser W Va featured a Finance Clinic and appeals to support Bonebrake Seminary as Bishop Batdorf addressed delegates.

George W. Stover United Brethren Church Virginia Keyser W. Va Mr. Stover Wincheser C. J. Lacey Winchester Lacey Springs F. G. Senger The G. D. Batdorf G.N. Frye L. G. Bridges Bonebrake L. C. Messick Franklin J. I. Roberts Indianapolis Ind White River Relief Society A. P. Havermale R. L. Brill W. B. Obaugh J. W. Wright W. H. Smith G. Zeigler Dayton Ohio

Suburban Rooster Law Aims Better Sleep In Wilmette

Wilmette adopts an ordinance limiting roosters to 300 feet from homes and hens to 75 feet from dwellings to reduce noise. The measure targets noisy fowl and seeks improved nighttime quiet for residents.

Associated Press Chicago Wilmette

Cambodia seeks Mississippi tax data via secretary of state

Secretary of State Wood received a call from New York asking for information about Mississippi's new sales tax. After providing data he studied maps and announced that Cambodia is a French possession in Indochina.

Jackson Miss Cambodia Mississippi Wood New York

Berryville Baptist Church Marks 160th Anniversary

Berryville Virginia observes the 160th anniversary of Berryville Baptist Church with an 11:00 Sunday service led by Rev. Dr. L A Parker. A program includes A History of the Berryville Baptist Church by A B Hummer and A Day in Buckmarsh by Miss Mary Gold. Five new deacons will be ordained at 7:30 PM led by Rev. Dr. George T. Waite.

Berryville Waite D. L. Ramsburg Julian Berlin James Dakeman Shade Moore Robert Creel S. Dix A. B. Hummer Edward Helvestine E. N. Barnett William Levi J. P. Kercheval Thomas Mesmer Parker Christ

Funeral Rites Tomorrow for A G Swanson

Funeral services will be held at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon for Ashby G Swanson a well known Winchester business man who died yesterday. The rites will be conducted at his late home 311 South Loudoun street by Rev George W Stover pastor of Winchester United Brethren Church. Burial will be in Mount Hebrer Cemetery. Pallbearers include Philip Klompus John S Sloat McKim Diffenderfer Herbert S Larrick A W Kater and Harry Wingeld.

Ashby G. Swanson Winchester South Loudoun Street George W. Stover Winchester United Brethren Church Mount Hebrer Philip Klompus John S. Sloat McKim Diffenderfer Herbert S. Larrick A W. Kater Harry Wingeld

Saturday Ball Game Postponed for Funeral

The Park Association will lower the flag to half mast at Rouss Park and postpone the game to 3.30 after funeral services at the home of the deceased Mr. A. G. Swanson a noted baseball devotee.

A. G. Swanson The Park Association Rouss Park

Davis Employee Signed Receipt For Package In Lottery Trial

New York report notes government evidence that a 1930 package addressed to J J Davis contained lottery tickets and was signed for by Fred W Jones, secretary to Senator James J Davis. Jury told receipt shows Davis address in Pittsburgh. not conclusive proof of shipment. Evidence aims to tie Moose charity balls to lotteries to fund Mooseheart.

Associated Press New York J. J. Davis Fred W. Jones United States James J. Davis Davis Loyal Order of Moose J. J. McNeil Railway Express Agency Philadelphia Pittsburgh Jones Mooseheart

Party Leaders Confer on Virginia Campaign Finances

Former Governor Harry F. Byrd flew from New York to meet Virginia Democratic leaders over the states 50 000 quota for the national campaign. Attendees included J Murphy Hooker W H Schwartzchild Comptroller J R Combs Colonel Peter Saunders Secretary of the Commonwealth and Walker C Cottrell. Plans to raise the Virginia share were announced at the conference.

Harry F. Byrd New York Virginia Democratic Party Byrd Democratic National Committee J. Murry Hooker State Democratic Central Committee W. H. Schwartzschild J. R. Combs Peter Saunders The Commonwealth Walker C. Cottrell Berryville Governor Pollard Capi

Head of Farm Board Undergoes An Operation

Baltimore September 23 The condition of James C Stone chairman of the Federal Farm Board was declared quite satisfactory by Johns Hopkins Hospital attachees following an operation today The Farm Board chairman probably will be confined to the hospital for three or four weeks The operation was performed by Dr Hugh H Young

Associated Press Baltimore James C. Stone Federal Farm Board John Hopkins Hospital Farm Board Hugh H. Young

Bank Cash Heist Nets 35000 in Redwood Falls

Six bandits kidnapped the cashier and assistant cashier of the State Bank and Trust Company in Redwood Falls Minnesota and fled with about 35000 dollars. The victims were released unharmed roughly two miles from the town.

Associated Press Redwood Falls Minn State Bank and Trust Company

Insull Investment Trusts Declared Bankrupt by Federal Judge

Corproa ms Securities Company and Insull Utility Investment Inc, two Insull investment trusts with 300 million dollars from the public, were adjudged bankrupt today by federal judge Walter C. Lindley in Chicago.

Associated Press Chicago Corporams Securities Company Insull Utility Investment, Inc Insull Investment Walter C. Lindley

For Sale Half-Barrel Cotton Flour Sacks

The advertisement lists for sale half barrel cotton flour sacks priced at five dollars each by B and C Baking Company with catalog numbers 23 1p 21. The brief notice notes a local business offer and contact details implied in the listing.

B. & C. Baking Co

Death of Dr. E R Williams in Roanoke Virginia

Dr Edgar R Williams a Frederick county native and Roanoke physician died at his home in Roanoke after a four week heart ailment. He was about 56, survived by his widow, no children, and a Roanoke church funeral led by Rev Luther A Thomas.

Edgar R. Williams Frederick County Roanoke Williams Philip Asa Richard Evangelical Lutheran Church Wince Lovettsville Richmond Medical College of Virginia Rosalie White Luther A. Thomas Grace Lutheran Church

Farmers Report Livestock Thefts In Loudoun Co

Several farmers in Loudoun county report theft of livestock, with two to three head disappearing nightly. Dry weather reduced farm production, and a farmer near Leesburg lost fifteen lambs while another lost a fat Holstein heifer. Warnings lead to all night vigils and guards on stock and poultry.

Loudoun County Leesburg

Endorsees Scouting and Practical School Curriculum

Dean Russell of Teachers College Columbia University expresses belief in a school program tailored to boys interests and that links curricular study to adult needs, arguing for a scouting minded, serviceable education.

Dean Russell Teachers’ College Columbia University

Apples Wanted For Delicious Staymen Winesaps and Yorks

Henry Minners & Sons Inc seeks apples including Delicious Staymen Winesaps and Yorks. Call 636 for information. Located in George Washington Hotel Building.

Henry Minners & Sons, Inc George Washington Hotel

Ober's High grade Fertilizer Promises Great Yields

Ober's High grade Fertilizer will give you the results you want. See us now. G. OBER & SONS CO. 680 N. Market St. New values in draperies and appliances at Moling & Cather's.

Ober G. Ober & Sons CO Market St Moling & Cather’s

Miss Betty Green Dies Quietly in Winchester at 65

Miss Betty Cross Green longtime Winchester public school teacher and Grace Lutheran Church member died in her sleep at 315 South Loudoun Street. She taught Bible class at Highland Avenue and was remembered for kindness and Christian character. Surviving sister, niece, and nephew. funeral pending for Monday with Star to report details.

Grace Lutheran Church Highland Avenue Betty Cross Green Winchester Loudoun Street Jennie Green Miss Green John Kerr J. T Lila Miller Green Star

Wanted Delicious in bulk 25 Percent and Better Color

Classified notice seeking bulk quantities of produce described as delicious with 25 percent better color. Listed under contact FRED L. GLAIZE with date 9-17-Ip-tf.

Fred L. Glaize

Heatrolas on sale week of September 17 to 24

Miller and Anderson offer Sunbeam and Heatrola heaters in grained walnut and mahogany porcelain in new and used condition with sizes for 3 to 7 rooms. Free floor board and installation. One year to pay. Trade in your old heater. Sale lasts one week only.

Miller & Anderson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Senator Weaver Stover Theu.b. Church C. J. Racey Hoover's Standard American Progress Portland William G. McAdoo Sacramento Valley Department of Agriculture Mr. Lambert Lambert Boy Scout Organization Danite LeJeune Bulletin Pete Central Park Zoo Birmingham Ala Jack McKinny Madrid Spain Republic Windhoek South Africa Impumbu Goth Birthday Baptist Church Dr. Parker Berryville Baptist Church Mother of Churches Davis Employe Moose Insull Hurst E.R. Williams Loudoun Co Peyton St WM. T. Barr W. R. Legge S. Washington Street Heatrolas Miller’s Riley’s Chase and Sanbourn
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