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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1908
Page
1
A paid advertisement argues Winchester pays no criminal expenses and that license loss will not cut state revenue. It claims city prosecutions are funded by fines, cites official records, and asserts no local crimes have occurred, challenging prohibitionist claims.
Article questions why the Episcopal Female Institute, a joint stock entity with $10 000 to $200 000 capital, is taxed less than its real estate and furniture valued at 20000. It compares calculated taxes of 310 to the city treasurer’s distribution of cents to local and state authorities and criticizes a campaign to cut city revenue and raise taxation.
Bristol, Virginia reports a failure to curb liquor sales as dispensaries draw whiskey from Abingdon, 15 miles away. The city seeks to block inflow while Mayor Rice warns offenders and enforces fines and jail terms, amid ongoing prohibition efforts.
City Treasurer Kinzel reports a cash balance of 315.18 as bonds for 10,000 dollars for public school improvements have drawn no bids. The article notes reliance on liquor licenses for revenue and warns voters may raise taxes if revenue declines. Investors are wary of Winchester risking decreased revenue.
Announcement of Prof Joshua Walker Gore 56 years old professor of physics at the University of North Carolina who died late last night at Union Protestant Infirmary Baltimore. He was born in Valley Home and educated at Loudoun Academy Richmond College Virginia Johns Hopkins University. He served UNC Chapel Hill 23 years and was president of Bank of Chapel Hill. Survived by wife Margeret Williams. no children. Funeral from 1307 St Paul Street Baltimore Friday at 3 PM with interment in Baltimore cemetery.
Prof. H. A. Simon, famed as a premier skater in England and America, headlines at the rink tonight Friday and Saturday with his comedy act on skates titled The Masher. His show promises top attractions and a money back guarantee if patrons are not pleased.
Lynchburg officials and elected delegates led by Representative C Bascom Slemp form a white majority at a Virginia Republican convention. Delegates from Winchester and Henrico contested seats, with seats allotted to two factions with half votes apiece. A white dominated body denied Black delegates representation on committees. Reconvention set for noon with about 700 delegates. State Senator John C Noelk elected temporary chairman.
James Good aged about 70 was found dead in the public road near Stanley in Page county on Tuesday. The cause is unknown and there were no signs of foul play. He had gone out for a walk and was found not far from his home. Survived by a widow and five children.
The Star quotes Congressman James Hay of this district replying to a letter about a bill to place print ing and wood put on the free list. He says he stands ready with other Democrats to pass the bill, noting opposition from opponents in the House who control legislation.
Berryville, Ma. April forecast a baseball game at Moore field tomorrow Friday at 2 39 o clock. The home team, managed by Swanson, faces Winchesters in a strong showdown amid good condition and a snappy exhibition of the national sport.
A Winchester citizen group releases figures from the city’s 1906 07 sworn report to counter claims of tax increases. Net revenue shows a surplus after accounting for regular and extra appropriations totaling about 21 624 63, with additional funds expected this year. The note asserts that whiskey revenue and liberal extra appropriations do not justify higher taxes.
Norfolk couple Migs Lou Goake and Lajut Harry Newson Cooies of the Twelfth United States Cavalry plan a strictly military wedding in Norfolk on May 26. The groom and attendants will wear full dress uniforms. the couple sails May 29 for Europe for a honeymoon and inspection of cavalry regiments in England France and Germany.
Canadian wood industry theme noted with new pictures playing at the Palace tonight and Thursday. High interest expected. admission given as one shilling.
Fragments announce a sale event titled Special Reduction Sale to conclude April 30 2908. Names Jones and JoHiffe appear as organizers amid unclear phrasing and garbled timing information.
Miss Shiner fractured her wrist after a fall while on her farm. She slipped while getting up and fell again, injuring her arm. Dr R Meg Glass treated the injury and says the break will mend soon. The Fink management provided usual consideration to the injured young lady.
A letter from Congressman Hayes states the bill for two field cannon for Washington headquarters in Worcester has passed the Senate due to Senator Thomas O. Martin. Hayes introduced the bill in the House and secured passage. The two field pieces are expected to be sent soon.
A horse named Woore, described as Clay's, and tied to a fast ride, will be sold at a public auction in the hitching yard. The sale is scheduled for Saturday, November 9, from 11 to 1 p.m.
An old advertisement notes Panama felt straw hats cleaned and bleached by Winchester Steam Dyeing and Cleaning Works. It promotes summer suit care with dry cleaning and steam cleaning services.
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