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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1908
Page
1
A New Haven mother balks at her son’s marriage, while General Wardwell from Los Angeles is praised for rescuing his leprous wife and fleeing to Mexico for care. The story extols selfless devotion, likening Wardwell to Father Damian and presenting a tearful meditation on loyalty beyond life.
Gibson Warthen and Thomas Johnston, two popular Front Royal residents, were halted by six assailants about a mile from town while returning from Riverton. Johnston was bound to a locust post and later freed. Warthen fled to warn the town as a search party formed under T. S. Duncan but found no trace of the attackers. Warthen is the son of former state official A. L. Warthen. Johnston is son of jeweler George T. Johnston.
The Friendship Fire Company passes resolutions mourning Henry T. Carper who died June 19, 1908. They express deep sympathy for his family, order the resolutions entered into records, published in the daily paper, and sent to the deceased’s relatives. The note also mentions the Front Royal Horse Show on August 12-13 promising top flat racing and steeplechasing.
For Virginia, the north transits to fair conditions while the south sees showers after noon or tonight. Central and southeast portions expect fair weather by Sunday with slightly cooler temperatures.
Public notice promotes a Berryville horse show scheduled for August eighteenth from 1 to 8 p m. The event invites local residents to attend and enjoy equestrian displays.
Auckland New Zealand August 8 A wireless from the consul tug Australasia reports one battleship visible on the horizon approaching Auckland harbor before night The fleet is to be at Lanctor or Lanchar in the harbor as news arrives Strong seas with a heavy swell are subsiding and the gale that threatened the ships has passed eastward Also: Steamer Premier burned at Lake Winnipeg Manitoba August 8 eight lives lost six passengers and two crew members perished in the blaze
The Frederick County School Board met at the Court House with members M. M. Lynch L. A. Huyett B. L. Stine and others. They approved opening all county schools on Monday October 5 1908 for a minimum six month term and shifted teachers pay day to the Saturday after the first Monday each month to allow more time for reports. The financial condition was described as excellent and the outlook for the year as bright.
In the absence of Rev J Lacy Rev H Tucker Graham of Farmville Va will fill the pulpit. The union service of Lutheran and Presbyterian congregations will be held tomorrow night at the Presbyterian Church with a sermon by Rev Dr George S Baw ers.
The Front Royal Horse Show on August 13 aims for excellence with top class fat racing and steeplechasing touted as the best yet in the state. Local riders and venues are set for a premier event with enthusiastic turnout expected.
Pittsburg suburb Castle Shannon posts a sign offering $5 000 for each burglar dead or alive as the only way to halt recent burglaries. A reception for American riflemen arrives in New York after their Olympic victory in London. Cleveland council secretly supports Mayor Johnson in seeking a 5 cent cash fare on city street cars.
An elderly man, Haines, was bitten on the hand by a copperhead at a massauiften mountain near Salem in Page County. The venom clung as he shook it. He received prompt aid, bandaged the arm tightly, then drove for medical care. He is doing as well as could be expected.
The New York Sales Company fails to acquire Haddox's store and forfeits the cash contract. Haddox, a main street clothing merchant, supposed to sell his store in 10 days and retire from active business. If unsuccessful, Haddox will continue in business and the sale will proceed daily this month to dispose of stock. The notice notes prizes at Berryville show and Perryville Horse Show dates, with special auto accommodations and show grounds details.
Winchester defeated Frederick 5 to 3 at Reservoir Park in a heavy hitting game. Baker hit a home run and Montgomery doubled twice while Cantwell allowed nine Frederick hits. The Giants travel to Hagerstown for an afternoon matchup with Fetser slated to pitch for the visiting team.
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank reports capital of 200000, surplus and profits of 136695.09, total assets 1854767.53, with a double liability of 200000 for stockholders. The statement to the Comptroller of the Currency underscores its stability and safety for deposits.
Tucker former Jamestown Expo president and Democratic governor candidate plans to challenge W. R. Meredith of Richmond to a joint debate. He explains renouncing the Democratic party to support Taft. Meredith, retiring president of the Virginia Bar Association, says he will support Taft.
Local track event headlines a hurdle race tonight at St Rink Market featuring riders and spectators. Organizers expect lively competition with potential thrills as participants vie for top placing and prizes.
City council discusses approval for two triumphal arches during homecoming week September 14 to 19 for Shawnee Tribe Red Men. Arches at Main Water and Piccadilly streets, costs borne by city none, safety assurances required, arches removed after event, licenses policy debated with partial city take for street concessions.
A sale listing offers 500 bunches of bananas from Jamaica and Cuba available for ten days. Prices range from 40 to 90 cents per bunch. Special automobile accommodation is provided for ease of access and show-ground grounds have been leased for secure handling.
Prizes at the Berryville Horse Show set for August 18 19 20 with total awards across divisions. Organizers await entries and confirm schedules for the 1981 event.
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