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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1921

Page

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Virginia Judge Hundley Letter Sparks Halifax Speech

At Halifax Virginia on September 26 Congressman Flood read a letter from Judge George J. Hundley of Farmville accusing Colonel Henry W. Anderson of expressing shame at the star on the Virginia flag. The letter dated September 9, 1921, recounts Hundley and Anderson in Farmville and notes Hundley’s insistence that Virginias government is despotic and disgraceful. Hundley and his son Lieutenant Robert G. Hundley, both war veterans, are active Democratic supporters.

Falifax Halifax H. D. Flood George J. Hundley Farmville Democratic State Central Committee Henry W. Anderson United States Virginia Fifth Hundley J. N. Brenaman Democratic State Committee Democratic Committee Richmond Brenaman Anderson Lynchburg Balkans France Judge Hundley Fifth Judicial Circuit Robert G. Hundley Albemarle Fifth Virginia Infantry Cavalry Three Hundred New York Champaign

Why Change Your Wife at Empire Tonight

Paramount’s biggest picture to play Winchester Empire tonight with two shows at 15 and 25 cents for adults and 10 and 15 for children. Thomas Meighan Gloria Swanson and Bebe Daniels star with a renowned cast in a dramatic presentation leading to The Affairs of Anatol next month. The Yellow Arm follows at 8:15.

Paramount Winchester the Empire Anatol Thomas Meighan Gloria Swanson Bebe Daniels

Chicago Police Under Fire as Prohibition Probe Expands

Chicago faces broad investigations into liquor law violations tied to the federal probe. Police Chief Fitzmorris says more than 5,000 officers may be implicated and District Attorney Clynes will name suspects. Authorities also suspect outsiders, including politicians, of involvement.

Associated Press Chicago Fitzmorris Clynes Police

For Rent Furnished Room Near 25 1p 21 B M Sullivan

Furnished room advertised for rent in a historic notice. Mentions ideal location and surroundings with contact name B M Sullivan. Includes rooming details and rental emphasis.

Pocahontas Coal Orders for Immediate Delivery

The notice lists coal orders for immediate delivery with reduced prices. Information appears garbled but indicates specific price discounts and delivery terms for Pocahontas coal.

Alabama Battleship Destroyed By Giant Bomb

A 2000 pound bomb from a Martin bomber sank the battleship Alabama off Tangier Island in Chesapeake Bay at 12 16. The attack shredded masts and superstructure while six planes dropped 1000 to 2000 pound bombs, four hitting the ship as she listed and sank.

Associated Press Norfolk Alabama Martin Tangier Island Chesapeake Bay

Pistol Battle at Grand Central Involves $50,000 in Satchel

In Grand Central Station a pistol duel on a third floor corridor left eight shots fired and two railroad men rescued from a satchel containing between $50,000 and $60,000. One of the trio was captured while the others fled downstairs as a police cordon formed. A blood pool suggested a robber was wounded.

New York Grand Central Station

Belfast Quiet After Rioting

Belfast reports on Sunday disturbances with several bombs and multiple casualties. Sir James Craig announces mobilization of special constabulary in parts of Northern Ireland to maintain order. Also notes transfers and travels of Baltimore locals and businessmen moving to other cities.

Belfast Special Constabulary James Craig Northern Ireland

Preached at Gore by Rev S Y Craig of Lawrenceville

The Rev S Y Craig of Lawrenceville Va preached at He Bron Baptist Church Gore this county yesterday both morning and evening to large congregations. He left for home this morning accompanied to the city from Gore by Mr Garvin of Gore.

S. Y. Craig Lawrenceville Hebron Baptist Church Gore Mr. Craig Garvin

Reception for Winchester Public School Faculty

Winchester public school patrons and friends are invited to a reception honoring the faculty, hosted by the Winchester Ministerial Association at Centenary Reformed Church from 7 to 10 PM tomorrow. The event features Pedestra musical program and vocal solos with refreshments served by a ladies committee.

Winchester Public Schools Winchester Ministerial Association Centenary Reformed Church Handley Fund

Quiet Baltimore wedding brings Armentrout and Ticer together

Mr and Mrs Charles Woods Stump of Baltimore announce the marriage of their daughter Leora Belle Ticer to Lawson Willey Armentrout of Winchester. The ceremony occurred Saturday at 4:30 PM at the bride’s home in Baltimore with Rev E B Dunn officiating. The couple plan to reside at 24 South Main Street after October 5.

Winchester Charles Woods Stump Baltimore Leora Belle Ticer Lawson Willey Armentrout Appleton Street E. B. Dunn United Evangelical Church Freemont Street Edmondson Avenue 8. Burgess Strasburg Stump Mr. Armentrout G .W.armentrout Fred S. Boyd Medical College of Virginia Richmond School of Pharmacy United States France Armentrout Boyd Drug Store Boyd Drug Company South Main Street A. M. Zirkle

Why Change Your Wife at the Empire

Cecil B. De Mille directs a celebrated drama reviewed as a gripping, modern message of marriage life shown at the Empire cinema tonight with Kitty's Orchestra accompanying the program. The feature promises outstanding entertainment and a money back guarantee if not among the best.

Cecil B. DeMille The Empire Kitty

Big crowd at a block dance on Piccadilly Street

A large crowd attended a Saturday block dance in front of the Hotel Jack on Piccadilly Street to benefit the Friendship Fire Company. Kitty's Orchestra played lively music while spectators packed the sidewalks and couples danced until near midnight.

Hotel Jack Piccadilly Street Friendship Fire Company Kitty

5000 Marines Maneuver at The Wilderness

Five thousand Marines, the largest peacetime force since World War I demobilization, depart Quantico at dawn for fall maneuvers. They march ten miles to Aqua Creek, camp overnight, then push toward Fredericksburg with simulations at the Wilderness site. Government officials, possibly including President Harding, may observe the sham battles.

Associated Press Quantico United States Marine Corps Aqua Creek Fredericksburg Harding

Pilsudsky Narrowly Escapes Assassination Attempt

In Lemberes Galicia last night General Pilsudsky president of the Polish Republic faced three bullets from a would be assassin. All shots missed the target as the attacker was arrested after a failed suicide attempt. Count Pradowsky, with the general, was wounded in the leg by a bullet intended for Pilsudsky.

Associated Press Paris Pilsudsky Lemberes Galicia Count Pradowsky

Virginia Woman's Christian Temperance Union Convention Heads to Richmond

The Annual Virginia W C T U Convention will meet in Richmond September 26 to 29. Winchester delegates Mrs C E B Supinger and Mrs E L Wiender travel with strong local reports and a 450 active member and 63 honorary Winchester union.

Virginia Woman's Christian Temperance Union Richmond Winchester Union C. EB. Supinger E. L. Wiender Winchester W. T. Walters Wiender Westimoreland Davis George Tinslee F. W. Chenault Anti-Saloon League J. R. Laughton League of Women VY. M. C. A 8S. K. McKee

Empire Program Promises Wonders This Week

Read fifth page Empire program highlights upcoming events. Kitty's Orchestra performs tonight at the Empire in a grand concert with VOD VIL features. Also note Moling and Seal's Coat Sill and Dress ad on the seventh page.

Kitty the Empire Castue Moling & Seal

Railroad Magnate Hamilton Fish Visited Shenandoah Valley

Mr and Mrs Hamilton Fish of Garrison New York were registered last night at Hotel Jack while motoring through the Shenandoah Valley. Mr Fish belongs to a wealthy New York family and has prominent railroad interests.

Hamilton Fish Garrison, N. Y Shenandoah Valley Jack Fish New York

Mrs J M Woodward Returns From Paris to Winchester

Mrs J M Woodward owner of a valuable apple orchard near town returns from Paris where she has spent the past year or two and is expected in Winchester this evening accompanied by her secretary, according to today’s report.

J. M. Woodward Town Paris Winchester

General strike possibility looms as unions count ballots

In Chicago the six largest railroad unions review 160,000 strike ballots over wage cuts by the railroad board. Four more unions will tally votes from 269,000 members next Monday. Over 200,000 shopcraft workers have voted to strike, awaiting Labor Board results.

Associated Press Chicago Brotherhoods of Railroad States Railroad Board Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Order of Railroad Conductors Firemen’s and Switchmen’s Union Labor Board

Bergdoll Mother Sues Custodian Over Seized Property

Mrs Emma V Bergdoll mother of Grover and Irwin Bergdoll sues Thomas W Miller alien property custodian in federal district court seeking return of property seized months ago she claims Grover has no interest in the items. The case centers on disputed ownership and the fate of seized assets.

Philadelphia Emma V. Bergdoll Grover c Irwin Bergdoll Federal District Court Thomas W. Miller Grover

Mystery in Hanan Case Deepens in New York

The Agadc lated Press reports doubt about Grace Lawes’s suicide in the Mildred Hanan case. District Attorney Lewis of Brooklyn says the report prompts continued investigations and suggests another man besides John S. Borland was near when Lawes shot Hanan.

Agadclated New York Grace Lawes Mildred Hanan Lewis Brooklyn

Visit Old Homes of the Denver Family in Winchester

The Hon. Matthew Denver a Democratic congressman from Ohio, with Mrs. Denver and daughter Virginia and sister Mrs. Kate Denver Williams, visited Winchester last week staying at Hotel Jack to see the Denver family home area linked to Gen J W Denver. Mike MacDonald of Washington also toured for A. G. Spaulding and Company.

Matthew Denver Ohio Congress Denver Virginia Denver Kate Denver Williams Winchester Hotel Jack J. W. Denver Kansay Colo

Mikado to Open Season in Winchester with Local Cast

Winchester and Frederick County residents will witness The Mikado this season. The Gilbert and Sullivan opera, staged with rich costumes and scenery, will feature the city's best talent. First rehearsal tonight at 8 in Rouss Hall to benefit the Nurses Association. Mrs Frank Reynolds will direct the production.

Winchester Frederick County Rouss Hall Nurses’ Association Frank Reynolds

Mrs. Regina Haynie Dies at Cousins Home in Winchester

Mrs. Regina M. Haynie of Chester dies at the home of cousins in Berryville after a sinking spell and heart trouble. Funeral to be held Tuesday at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church with burial at Mount Hebron Cemetery beside her late husband. survivors include brother J Madison Spurr and sister Louis J Barr.

Regina M. Haynie Charles E. Haynie Chester James D. ‘and Spurr John Berryville Haynie Wee Berryville Hesnamy Mill County Joh Place Wal Hannum Niwood Endersless Alan Aga Louis J. Barr Virginia Barr Berryville Hayn Washington J. Madison Spurr Winchester MM Louis J. Barr Andrew L. Spurr

SPECIAL DISCOUNT ON FARM AND ORCHARD MACHINERY

SPECIAL DISCOUNT on all farm and orchard machinery for the rest of September. WINCHESTER ORCHARD SUP. Phone 313. 301 N Market Street.

Winchester Orchard Market Sty

Also Mentioned on This Page

Traduces State Flood Ernor Dec Care Star B. M. Sullivan Pocahontas Coal Réedacga BNAPP Grand Central Assou Acd Press Viola Diven Maud J. Brown Forest Park E. P. Streete Staunton, Va J. W. Royce Johnstown Boyd Drug Co Water St William A. Meredith Wilderness Gen. Pilsudsky Denvers Mike MacDonald A. G. Spaulding and Company Mrs. Haynie Cousins Mint James D. Spurr Berryville, Va
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