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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1927

Page

6

Manor case rules bonds not taxable before delivery in Shenandoah Caverns sale

In Woodstock Virginia Judge Philip Williams exonerates Annie W Manor executrix of J D Manor from taxes on bonds tied to Shenandoah Caverns sale to Hunter B Chapman. Bonds dated January 7 1927 but not delivery until February 9 1927 were not taxable February 1 as no existing obligation until delivery.

Woodstock Philip Williams J. D. Manor Shenandoah Caverns Hunter B. Chapman Examiner of Records West Virginia Circuit Court Williams Supreme Court of Appeals H. B Chapman

Rickard says Dempsey could headline another Tunney bout

Chicago promoter Tex Rickard asserts Dempsey remains a top draw and could promote another Tunney fight. He declined to discuss future negotiations, but said he would back another Tunney Dempsey matchup if Dempsey pursued the route again to prove himself as the logical challenger.

Chicago Jack Dempsey Tex Rickard Tunney Richard Jack

Buchanan Treasurer Settles State Back Taxes in Full

Richmond reports Buchanan county treasurer A C Stacey paid 519550 plus 3202 53 in cashier checks and 1993 05 in audited claims to the state auditor. Stacey had threatened removal over delinquent taxes and promised to forward an 8000 list to settle obligations. Moore expects full settlement once the list arrives.

Richmond A. c. Stacy Buchanan County Byrd C. Lee Moore Moore Stacey Buchanan

President Coolidge backs Jardine to stay as farm chief

President Coolidge stated he expects Secretary Jardine to remain in the cabinet and continues to trust his leadership of the Agriculture Department. White House comments followed pressure from Rep. Wilson for Jardine’s resignation over a cotton price forecast. Florida fruit growers still wish Jardine to head their citrus cooperative venture.

Washington Coolidge Jardine Citrus Co-Operative Association White House Representative Wilson Mississippi Agriculture Department Florida

Tricks Upon Travellers Are Damaging Experiments

A fragment quotes Josh Billings warning that tricks on travelers are dangerous experiments and should be avoided. The note conveys caution and the speaker’s skepticism about deceitful schemes.

Josh_Billings

Virginians Spend Substantial Sums on Luxuries in 1924

The University of Virginia study released via the State Chamber of Commerce estimated Virginia residents spent 22.164 million dollars on tobacco, 9.84 million on soft drinks and ice cream, 11.208 million on theatres and amusements, and 8.268 million on candy during 1924. Additional spending included perfumes and cosmetics 3.132 million, sporting goods and toys 5.172 million, jewelry 5.436 million, and chewing gum 1.044 million. figures are approximate due to tax placement and national expenditure allocations.

Associated Press Richmond Virginia University of Virginia Virginia State Chamber of Commerce Gee

Ben Guard Wins Tourney At Shenvalee

New Market mail carrier Ben Guard won the first Wall Amateur Tournament at Shenvalee Golf Course in New Market on September 26, finishing as champion of the event and earning top honors in the tourney.

Ben Guard Shenvalee New Market Shenva

Winchester boxers claim multiple flight titles in regional event

Lee defeats Ed Stone of Winchester in the first fight final. Louis Weaver beats Joe Burke for second flight. In the consolation final BE V Weems Jr of Winchester defeats William Paxton of Harrisonburg. Miss Jefferson wins the women’s tournament and Mrs Loving takes the women’s consolation.

Burwell and Warden Visit Winchester on Clarke County Business

Messrs. George H. Burwell and Harry Warden of Clarke county were in Winchester yesterday on business.

George H. Burwell Harry Warden Clarke County Winchester

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