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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1921

Page

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Jury Acquits Stevens in Miss Rath ton Case at May Term

Stevens testified he and Miss Littleton visited the Castle near Harpers Ferry with a group of youths. He said a pistol discharged during a parlor moment after Miss Littleton threatened to shoot herself, killing her. authorities later arrested him as a witness list of young partygoers testified.

Charles Town Ww. Va Stevens Halltown Miss Rathton Woods Miss Littleton Harpers Ferry Bolivar Miss. Littleton Katherine Fairtown Jefferson County

Special September Discount on Farm Machinery at Winchester Orchard

Special discount offer on all farm and orchard machinery for the rest of September. Winchester Orchard Supply Co. lists 301 North Market Street and phone contact 313 for details.

Winchester Orchard Sup. CO Fhone N. Market St

Nomads of the North and Adventures at Empire Theater

The Empire will present James Oliver Curwood’s Nomads of the North a six part adventure of love and polar hardships with trained animals saving the couple. Also shown Bill and Bob the American Badger adventure and Lionel Barrymore appears Saturday.

Empire James Oliver Curwood North Polar Bill Bob Lionel Barrymore

VODVIL FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT THE AUDITORIUM

The advertisement notes a melodrama titled Below the Deadline to be shown at the auditorium Friday and Saturday and teases a dress-suits sale at Habie's on Saturday priced at $14.75.

Habie's

Fresh Fish Fridays at C. P. McVicar’s Market

Friday specials highlight buttered fish and trout at C. P. McVicar’s shop. Local patrons can expect weekly fresh catches and shop promotions.

C. P. McVicar’s. Ip

Bible Class Corn Roast At Clevenger’s Near Stephenson

Wesleyan Men’s Bible Class of Market Street Methodist Episcopal plans a corn roast at Clevenger’s bottom near Stephenson on the Opequon Saturday October 1 leaving the church at 2 p m. Men will have baseball football and other games plus corn hot dogs and refreshments. Members and friends are invited.

Wesleyan Men's Bible Market Street Methodist Episcopal Sunday School Clevenger’s Bottom Stephenson

Ford autos on display at Chapman’s Auto Sales

Winchester shows largest used car selection with prices from 150 to 500 dollars. Terms include 75 to 100 dollars down and monthly payments. J G Holsinger Farm sits on Berryville road mentioned in ad.

Winchester

Premium winners may claim checks at Chamber office

Those who won premiums at the Winchester Fair last week may receive their checks at the Chamber of Commerce office on and after Saturday October 1 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Treasurer W T Gore. Wanted ladies to do plain sewing apply H R Jones & Co 14 East Water Street.

Winchester Fair Chamber of Commerce W.T. Gore H.R. Jones & Co E. Water

See Hable's Windows for Display of All Wool Suits

Local shop showcases a selection of all wool suits priced at 14 dollars 75 cents. Ad highlights Ip wordage unclear from readable text but emphasizes value and material quality for fall attire.

Hable

Valley Medical Association opens semi annual meeting

Doctors from nearly every county attend the Valley Medical Association session at Handley Library in Winchester. Dr. M J Payne presides with Harrisonburg officers and various speakers presenting papers on school children health, thyroid disease, and infectious conditions. The gathering includes case reports, officer elections, and a luncheon at Hotel Evans.

Valley Medical Association Handley Library M. J. Payne Staunton Charles B. Conrad Asshby Byers J. M .Beidler Harrisonburg Harry Wallace Greenville Augusta County John E. Womack Fairfax Fulton Valley of Virginia Richard P. Bell Huncheon Hotel Evans Fred. E. Hamlin Alexander F. Robertson, Jr Joseph 8. DeJarnette Kenneth Bradford J.E. Wine J. H. Deverle

Winchester Realty Co Inc Announces Readiness to Do Business

The Winchester Realty Co Inc states it is now ready for business and will handle real estate in all its branches. Officers listed include H R Bryarly as president R T Bryarly as vice president W A Daniel as manager and R C Green as secretary and treasurer.

Winchester Realty Co., Inc H.R. Bryarly R. T. Bryarly W. A. Daniel R. C. Green

Trained Animals Empire Tomorrow at the Empire

First National Production features a trained animals cast and NOMAQS OF THE NORTH on the bill plus BILL AND BOB hunting a badger. Lionel Barrymore stars in Jim the Pen Man with Mack Sennett comedians and a comedy night at the Empire tomorrow.

the Empire Bill Bob Lionel Barrymore Penman Mack Sennett

Democrats Hope for Success at Disarmament Conference

Senate Democrats adopted a resolution at a conference expressing hope that the fullest measure of success attend the disarmament conference edited by President Harding. The message underscores party support for the international talks and the president’s leadership.

Associated Prss Washington Senate Democrats Harding

All-Wool Suit Sale at Hable's Saturday

The ad notes a $14.75 price for an all-wool suit at Hable's event this Saturday. It emphasizes value and clothing quality in a concise shopper's notice.

Colonel Opie Accepts Appointment to Virginia Second Regiment

Major Hejrome L. Opie editor of the Staunton News Leader has accepted the governor of Virginia's appointment to command the Second Provisional Infantry. Opie, a War hero withDSC, Croix de Guerre, and Legion of Honor, led Virginia troops in France and Belgium and later served as senior officer at Camp Meade. The governor may ratify. Virginia law now vests appointing power with the governor only.

Hejrome L. Opie Staunton France Opie Legion of Honor Virginia National Guard Guard One Hundred and Sixteenth United States Infantry Virginia United States National Guard Iajor Second Provisional Infantry Davis Camp Meade Jo Lane Stern Stern John R. Saunders C. H. Morrissett Legislative Reference Bureau

Notice to the Fruit Growers in Winchester Area

The permanent laboratory established by state and national governments is led by Mr. W S Hough at 515 Fairmont Avenue. The facility near the Shenandoah Apple Cider and Vinegar Company's plant will spray guidance to fruit growers. Mr Hough will visit orchards on request to provide spray timing and recommendations. H F Byrd president Frederick County Fruit Growers and Farmers Association.

Winchester W.S. Hough Hough Fairmont Avenue D. Braithwaite United Phone Shenandoah Apple Cider and Vinegar Company H. F. Byrd Frederick County

Apartment for Rent at 27 W Water St

Rental notice states possession on September 18 for an apartment located at 27 W Water St. Includes a concise listing with unit reference 14-1p-tf and no additional terms provided.

Water St

Read Hable's Big Suit Sale on Back Page Ad

Classified notice notes a large suit sale by Hable with promotional pricing and details on the back page ad. Includes address and contact for shoppers.

Hable

Virginia Governor Candidate Accused Over Flag Remark

W R Jones mayor of Blackstone Va testifies Col Henry W Anderson told a Farmville crowd he was ashamed of the Virginia star on the American flag for political reasons. Jones says the remark echoed in Blackstone and other counties with further testimony planned.

New Fall Hats and Caps At Conner's Bargain Store Auction

J G Holsinger Farm items to be sold at public auction in small tracts on Friday September 30 at 11 a m on the grounds rain or shine. The notice promotes hats and caps from Conner's Bargain Store and lists J G Holsinger Farm as the sale source.

Conner’s J. G. Holsinger

Explosions Kill Nine at Two Plants

Five men died and three were injured when explosives on a DuPont truck exploded in Carin New Jersey. The blast at the I DuPont de Nemours plant was felt ten miles away. Separately four workers were killed at the Excelsior Company plant near Dodson in Kansas City Missouri as houses within a wide radius were rocked.

Associated Press Carin N. J I. DuPont de Nemours Company Kansas City Excelsior Company Dodson

Babe Ruth Feared Sidelined by Grip Illness

Bebe Ruth is confined to bed at a New York hotel with grip, forcing him to miss the Giants game against the Athletics. Doctors say he caught cold while traveling with his wife, but it is expected he will return for the World Series. Mrs Ruth reports he will be in the lineup tomorrow if possible.

Associated Press New York Bebe Roth Hin New York Giants Philadelphia Athletics Ruth

Mr Kirk and Miss Delaney wed at Gore Virginia

Ade May DeLaney daughter of J F DeLaney married Ballard Kirk of Billings Montana in Gore. Rev Walter Mark Depp officiated at Market Street Church Winchester. Alice DeLaney sang The Sunshine of Your Smile. The couple plan to live in Billings after a brief Washington honeymoon.

Grace DeLaney Lohengrin Potts’ College Williamsport Chapman Auto Sales Company Winchester France Kirk Washington Gore Billings Montana

Andersons Charge Editorial Sparks Virginia Flag Debate

Col Henry W Anderson said he was ashamed of the star on Virginia's flag in Europe and claimed he made the remark. Judge George J Hundley and Mayor W R Jones Sworn statements support hearing the exact quote, while Senator Trinkle calls for a full investigation and political parties await the outcome.

Lee Virginia Trinkle Anderson George J. Hundley Farmville W. R. Jones Blackstone Europe Judge Handley Jones

DAR Meeting at Handley Library September 29

Special meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution announced for Handley Library Thursday September 29 at 8 PM. Members at large and those with pending papers urged to attend. Also note farm sale by J G Holsinger Friday September 30 at 11 AM on the premises with home seeker and investor opportunities.

Daughters of the American Revolution Handley Library

Reward Offered for White Collie Pup Cubbie

Five dollar reward for the return of a six month old white collie with yellow ear tips and a brown spot on the back. Answers to the name Cubbie. Contact Burley. iptt.

Burley

Corrugated Roofings and Wool Suit Offer

Special low prices on galvanized corrugated and roll roofings promoted by John W Rosenberger & Co. Ad mentions calling for details and a Saturday sale of an all wool suit at 14.75. Includes phone contact 72.

John ‘W. Rosenberger & CO

Democracy of State Stands on Record

Democratic Governor hopeful Se EK Lée Trinkle spoke at Clintwood Virginia outlining a clean Democratic record over 36 years in state patrol and governance. He attacked Henry W. Anderson and the Republican stance, claiming Republicans ignore past wartime and civil rights issues while Democrats advocate open, honest governance. The piece notes ongoing campaign coverage and related local farming and sale notices.

Se EK Lée Trinkle Clintwood Thin Henry W. Anderson Virginia Senator Trinkle Ronan Nob Jim Neer Trinkle Deni Republican Party Dent Wilson

Boy Scouts Meeting Promotes New Pins and Service Stripes

Announcement of new promotions at a Friday 7:30 p m meeting. Presentation of tender pins and service stripes. Under new ruling scouts may not attend meetings or use the ming pool.

Port of Fair Profits Presentaion Ming Pool

Georges Greek Big Vein Coal Rider Pickup Notice

Lost carrier notice seeks return of a coal route book belonging to KECKLEY. Contact Star office with information about the 27-fo-6t Ne B. KECKLEY carrier’s route on Main Street.

Georges Ams Main St Star Office

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