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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1908

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Barley Named Conductor on Winchester Accommodation

Announcement by Capt J E Spurrier states Louis D Barley will succeed James M Jenkins as conductor on the Winchester accommodation. Barley, about 20 years with the Baltimore and Ohio, moves from baggage master between Lexington and Harrisonburg to Winchester residence. Run times unchanged with two daily round trips between Winchester Brunswick and Strasburg ending return at 5 5 m5.

J. E. Spurrier Shenandoah Baltimore and Ohio Railroad James M. Jenkins Winchester Louis ‘D. — Barley L. D. Barley Barley Lexington Harrisonburg Capt. Barry Valley Division West Water Street Cumberland Valley Sallie Barley Kate Bush Stanley F. Har Jenkins Brunswick Strasburg

Defendant Wins Case in Frederick County Court

In Frederick County Circuit Court Judge T W Harrison presided over a jury trial in which the plaintiff claimed about 600 against the defendant and livestock sale allegations involved Timberlake property. The jury returned a verdict for the defendant awarding 240 dollars as witnesses testified for both sides and arguments concluded.

Frederick County Ciredit Court T. W. Harrison Harry Timberlake Adam Colbert Colbert Barton & Boyd Ward & Larrick Messrs Henry . Baker John W. Lodge Guard Edgar C. Emmett E. A. Rodgers D. B. Dinges

Rev Br Lacy to Address Y M C A in Woodstock

The second annual convention of the Young Men's Christian Association of Shenandoah county meets at Second Presbyterian Church Woodstock on Friday evening April 24 at six oclock. After a song service led by Prof Geo Morrison business session and Rev Dr J H W Lacey of Winchester will preach. Music will be rendered by the Shenandoah Male Quartet. Opening meeting expected to be one of the best ever.

Young Men's” Christian Association Shenandoah ‘County Second Presbyterian Church Woodstock Geo. Morrison J. H W. Lacey Winchester Thenandoah Quartette Gconven

Dr Hugh Russell Weds Richmond Bride In Early Evening Rite

Miss Ella Gordon Hammond became Mrs Hugh Greenway Russell at 6 30 PM in Richmond at the Hammond home on Brook Road. The ceremony was conducted by Dr J Gray McAllister with a reception to follow, and the couple plan to live in Richmond where he practices medicine. They are to visit Winchester for part of their honeymoon before returning south.

Rosedale Brook Road W. A. Hammond Thilow Elizabeth Hammond David B. Merrill I. W. Russell Winchester Emma Louise Russell J. Gray McAllister Hampden-Sidney Mrs. Russell

A New Parsonage For Rev. C. L. Potter

A deed filed in the Frederick County Court transfers North Main street property from Mr. and Mrs. Howard Shockey to trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church South Frederick circuit. The 30 by 135 foot lot fronts Main street opposite Mr. M. Gibbens and is improved by a frame house. The $2000 cash deal will place Rev. C. L. Potter and his family in residence after years at the Fairmont Avenue area.

Ctlerk Corporation Court Main Street Howard Shockey A. B. Richards H. Light B. Ebert John E. Ebert A. E. Marker E. A. Rogers N. A. Cooper Methodist Episcopal Church South Frederick Circuit Co. M. Gibbens C. L. Potter Fairmont Avenue

Local voter takes early trip to Hagerstown for errands

He was going some. Mr. H. Sheetz of Gray and Sheetz touched only the high places yesterday. He voted in the local option election before 7 o clock, went to Hagerstown on an early train, spent several hours buying goods, and returned home in time for noon dinner.

H. ©. Sheetz Gray & Sheetz Hagerstown

Norfolk and Western Railways Antidrink Order Issued

Rail line announces a directive against employee drinking aligned with a prior order. The move mirrors similar measures seen in other carriers and emphasizes compliance and safety standards across the workforce.

Norfolk and Western Railway Baltimore

Winchester votes dry in local option election outcome

In Winchester the dry ticket won by 100 votes, ending licenses for eleven saloons by May 1. Downtown revelry followed the official tally. Danville also went dry by 40 votes. The Star pledges liquor-ad refusal and plans further Byrd liquor law coverage.

Winchester Fairfax Club

Automobile Notice by Maurice Castleman

Maurice Castleman announces plans for a larger and more powerful automobile line between Winchester and Bluemont. He states the current White steam car was for demonstration and urges public patronage to ensure better service with a new vehicle and expanded operation between the points.

Winchester Iderry OTO- Bile Maurice Castleman

Star subscription price changes for advance payers

The Star will raise prices only for those not paying in advance. Subscribers who pay in advance during January and July will keep the current rate. Pay your subscription now to secure the discount.

Jones and Jolliffe Promote New Roll of Music at Skat Rink

A garbled notice promotes a new music roll at the Skat Ames Rink tonight by Jones and Jolliffe. It hints at sales and the promise of moving trunks though the text is unclear.

Skatames

Spring Meeting of Winchester Presbytery Report

The Presbytery of Winchester met at the Presbyterian Church in Charles Town organizing Tuesday night and will stay through Saturday. Rev. F. J. Brooke preached the opening sermon and Rev. M. B. Lamsdin was elected moderator with Rev. W. W. Edge and Elder James M. Stribling as clerks. About 50 delegates attended including Dr. James R. Graham Rev. Dry F. Lucy Rev. Dr. My. White and Miss Lucy Russell with Mrs. Henry S. Baker.

Presbyterian Church Charles Town W. N Sand Rey. M. B. Lamsdin Keyser W. Va W. W. Edge Davis James M. Stribling Martinsburg A. G. Link Strasburg Sarmons J. F. Leeper Piedmont W. J. Siler Dutiiéids Pei James R. Graham Dry . F. Lucy Winchester A My. White Kernatown Lucy Russell Henry S. Baker Ely

Count Cantwell Returns to Winchester Pitching Staff

Tommy Cantwell known as Count Cantwell has signed to pitch for Winchester this season. The Georgetown University star will join the local club for another year, exciting fans who expect strong performances. Three Georgetown men will also be on the Winchester roster.

Tommy Cantwell Baker Winchester Georgetown University Tommy Georgetown

Rev Locke To Knights Templar Service at Trinity Church

Members of Palestine Commandery No. 2 Knights Templar of Martinsburg will attend a joint service at Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church South next Sunday evening. Rev William Locke, newly appointed pastor of Trinity Church, will preach a special sermon to the knights. Locke is a member of Winchester Commandery.

Palestine ’Commandery Knights Templar Martinsburg Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church South William ¥. ‘Locke Trinity Church Locke Wincchester Commandery

Fugitt's Livery Opens at Sloat's Old Stand

NEW LIVERY, Fugitt's Livery at Sloat's old stand, 18, East Clifford St., is open to the public with every facility for patrons. Good horses and new vehicles for hire at all hours. Special attention to boarding horses. Those needing board for summer should see Mr Fugitt.

Fugitt Sloat Clifford St aserheiee _ blige

Sunday Mail Distribution Contested by Baltimore Rail Line

Postal officials plan Sunday shipment of first class mail from Baltimore and Ohio Railroad stations with distribution to begin on arrival. Mayor Baker and Congressman Hay urge faster action while Kern notes limited Sunday delivery and no money order handling.

Baker Hipster de Baltimore and “Ohio Railroad Hay Deparer Bianpers Perry Pont Kern

Captain Hugh Burne Civil War veteran recalls uninjured service

A Baltinreal Ohio passenger recounts Captain Hugh Burne’s Civil War service. He joined the Union Army and served five years on the railroad division without injury, noting Burne’s long commitment and health during the era.

Hugh Burne Ohio Burns

First Car in Winchester Draws Market Hunch

A fragment suggests Guillant hints at a favorable car market in Winchester with a perceived bargain. The brief text references a potential deal and buyer sentiment.

Winchester

Carlisle Indians Coming to Carlisle for May 29 Game

Carlisle Pa is set for a May 29 baseball game featuring the Carlisle Indians. Assistant Manager Atwell and Mr Pred Legg will lead the club with efforts to include the Indian Band. other local business visitors have left for Hagerstown.

Carlisle Indians Atwell Winchester Carlisle Pred. Legg Éasi Hagerstown

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J. M.’ Jenkins Casen Br Lacy Hugh Russell Richmond Ella Gor Don Hammond Hugh Greenway Russell Mrs. I W. Russell Ted Hampden-Sidney College Star Eptak The Stag the Star Vets Danville Prohibition Movement Anti- Saloon League Danyile Sprice Jones & Jolliffe Presbytery of F. J. Brooke Rothney Count” Cantwell
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