Old Books for Sarah Zane Fire Company Relics
Captain C A Evans holds six old vellum volumes from the Mesmer collection and Mrs Mesmer will present six more to the Sarah Zane Fire Company at the next meeting. The volumes include a dictionary and five early state papers from 1789 with references to Washington and Jefferson. The library history ties to the Civil War era and the company’s early days and relics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinos. Mesmer
Sarah Zane Fire Company
John R. Mesmer
Mesmer
Sarah Zane Company
Evans
Capt. Mesmer
Capt. Evans
Miss Lucile Faulkner Hosts Twelfth Birthday Party
Miss Mary Lucile Faulkner celebrated her twelfth birthday at 22 north Braddock street with a cobweb party and games. Guests included Alice Everett Edith Laws Francis Hardy Belle Susie Faulkner Jessie Kern Margaret Norton Berthaeles Mary Bake and Helen. Refreshments followed the amusements. Luego text continues with Colt Show note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Lucile Faulkner
North Braddock Street
Alice Everett
Edith Laws
Francis Hardy
Belle and
Susie Faulkner
Jessie Kern
Reception to former pastor at Affleck home
Mr and Mrs Scott A Affleck hosted a bright reception for Rev Jas B Stonesifer formerly pastor of Centenary Reformed Church Winchester. Seventy five guests enjoyed music by an local orchestra, vocal and instrumental pieces, games, and refreshments late into the night at North Market Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott A. Affleck
Jas. B. Stosesifer
Westminister
Centenary Reformed Church
T. K. Cromer
Reformed Church
Maggie Bryant
Washington, D. C
Katy Trier
Ada Wingerter
Katie Steele
Charge of the Fire Engines poem by Rev W H H Joyce
In Eddy Press issue Rev W H H Joyce former Braddock Street Methodist pastor now at Luray Va offers a poem The Charge of the Fire Engines The piece lauds firemen and prayers for the fallen amid a street fire scene with vivid bells and engines imagery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddy Press
W. H. H. Joyce
Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Luray
Joyce
Charley Rouss
A Tribute to a Well Spent Life
W. W. Jeffries recalls Rev. John W. Canter of this county killed in a driving accident. He remembers Mount Vernon Square Church in 1899, Buffalo Gap, Thornrose Cemetery, and Canter’s gentle, faithful character and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Jeffries
Baltimore and Richmond
Blessed Heavenly Home
Thornrose
Apology from the Star on Printing Delays
The mechanical department of the Star cites long shortages of compositors and illness delaying edition production. Readers are asked for forbearance as space for news is limited and delivery is late, with improvements expected by week’s start.
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Taz Evenine Star
the Star
Motor Cyclist Visits Winchester on Touring Tour
Mr. J. W. Foote, frequent Winchester visitor, gave a motor cycle exhibition yesterday during a Valley to Lexington tour. He spent the night at Hotel Evans as automobiles and other 20th century vehicles ply the city. The bike reportedly reaches speeds over a mile a minute drawing sharp attention from locals. Master Percy Veazie, son of a Taylor Hotel guest, returned to Washington this morning after aiding as a choir singer aboard his visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Foute
Winchester
Foute
Lexington
Evans
Foote
Percy Veazie
Taylor Hotel
Washington
Percy
Valley Female College Endorsed by Conference Overlooked Minutes
The East Baltimore Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South officially endorses Valley Female College for the coming session under Prof. A B Warwick. Rev W H H Joyce cites the endorsement, noting an oversight caused the resolution to miss conference minutes. The college, under Warwick, aims to maintain high standards and continued patronage.
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East Balti Conference
Methodist Episcopal Church South
Valley Female College
A. B. Warwick
W. H. H. Joyce
Luray
Joyce
Warwick
Board of Visitors
Board of Education
J. P. Hyde
D. D
The
Surprise Party Honors Hamilton Sisters in Winchester
Last night Misses Daisy and May Hamilton of StauntonVa were surprised by 35 friends organized by Miss Gertie Jacobs and Miss Louise Purcell on South Kent street Winchester. The gathering at Mr Conner s lawn featured games, refreshments and a joyful farewell before the sisters return home Friday.
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Daisy
May Hamilton
Staunton
South Kent Street
Gertie Jacobs
Louise Purcell
Winchester
County Couple Marry Yesterday
Yesterday afternoon Miss Katie Butler daughter of Mr and Mrs John Butler married Mr James Robert Pitcock. The ceremony was performed by Rev Hall. Both are residents of this county.
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Katie Butler
John Butler
James Robert Pitcock
Hall
County
Registration Books Due to Office by August 20 1902
Secretary of the Commonwealth informs Mr Clark H Purcell that the Reg istration Books are contracted to be delivered at their office on or before August 20 1902 They will be shipped as soon as received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. G. Eggleston
the Commonwealth
Clark H. Purcell
Fair Weather For Picnic Draws Large Excursionists
Weather forecast boosts turnout for the Harpers Ferry picnic tomorrow under Sarah Zanes auspices. Train from Strasburg Junction departs 7 AM, stops at all stations, returns to Strasburg Junction at night. Potomac River fishing favored. fare 60 cents adults 35 cents children. Miss Sarah E. Lushbaugh dies in Staunton at 81 after long illness from a fall in Winchester. Funeral Friday at 10 AM from Staunton Methodist Church.
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Sarah Zanes
Harpers Ferry
Winchester
Strasburg Junction
Potomac
Sarah E. Lushbaugh
William Lushbaugh
Staunton
Miss Lushbaugh
E. J. Evans
Evans
Christian
W. L
Harmon Lushbaugh
Methodist Church
Miss Applegarth Wins Mixed Foursome at Ocean City
The Ocean City golf tournament in Maryland concluded with Miss Sarah Applegarth of Baltimore and Mr. Clements Smoot of Exmore Country Club Chicago winning the mixed foursome and a silver cup. The final featured a large crowd as Smoot and Applegarth defeated Dr. William Penn Compton and Mrs. John F. Waggaman four up with three to play. Showell Myers of Philadelphia presented the trophy at a following dinner.
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Ocean City
Sarah Applegarth
Baltimore
Clements Smoot
Exmore Country Club
Chicago
Ocean City Golf Club
Smoot
Miss Applegarth
William Penn Compton
Chevy Chase Club
John F. Waggaman
Washington
Showell Myers
Philadelphia
Whitlock Sentenced Five Months in Maryland Jail
In Cumberland Maryland Justice Humbird sentenced Stanley Whitlock alias William L Alverson of Winchester Virginia to five months in the house of correction for false pretense and assault and battery. Whitlock escaped while being taken to jail after an arrest and a constable was assaulted just outside the jail door. He can appeal but faces imprisonment if the grand jury acts.
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Cumberland
Humbird
Stanley Whitlock
William L. Alverson
Winchester
House of Correction
Whitlock
Wickard
Peg Doctyaaleay Leonngseard
Picnic At Rouss Spring
A pleasant picnic occurred yesterday afternoon at Rouss Spring under chaperones Mrs Ida Cortrell Mrs Daniel Haines and Mrs Georges Haines. The group left Winchester after four o clock and spent a delightful evening dining as twilight fell on the return.
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Rouss Spring
Ida Cortrell
Daniel Haines
Georges Haines
Winchester
Young Couple Wed At White Post Virginia
Last evening a pretty wedding ceremony was held at the bride’s home in White Post Va. Miss Carrie V. Atkins and Mr. W. C. Locke of Cantersburg were married by Rev. I. W. Strickler of Stephens City at 7 o clock. The couple left for Charlestown W Va after the ceremony.
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White Post Va
Carrie V. Atkins
W. C. Locke
Cantersburg
County
I. W. Strickler
Stephens City
Charlestown
W. Va
Winchester Leads in Mosquito Fight
Winchester's kerosene mosquito control drew praise from Cape Charles mayor and prompted a request for guidance. Mayor Graichen shared full details of Winchester methods and directed emphasis to Agriculture Department guidance as other cities adopt the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Graichen
P. W. Savage
Cape Charles
Savage
Gratchen
Department of Agriculture
Washington
Governor's Ball Anticipated at Opequon Inn
Col. Harry Baker and Governor Montague will arrive tonight at Opequon Inn. The Governor's ball is planned for tomorrow evening and local managers expect a highly successful social event after early rumors of possible postponement were cleared by new intelligence.
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Col
Harry Baker
Governor Montague
Opequon Inn
Montague
Shenandoah Valley National Bank Adds Savings Banks Program
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank has acquired several approved savings banks to place with customers desiring to open savings accounts. Small deposits can be made and will encourage frequent saving, and the bank invites inquiries for details and assistance.
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The
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Miss Frederica McKericher Rebounds to Walk After Illness
Washington DC resident Miss Frederica McKericher, once critically ill for months, has recovered enough to walk out. She formerly lived in this city and often visits the Misses Steele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederica McKericher
Washington, D. C
Miss McKericher
Band of gypsies passes Winchester with wagons
This morning a large band of gypsies moved through Winchester. Eight to ten wagons accompanied the group, traveling from Berryville.
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Winchester
Berryville
Mrs Geo W Poi On Illness Keeps Severe Condition
Mrs Geo W Poi remains in a grave state after a period of cancer illness and is now very ill, according to reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Poi
Also Mentioned on This Page
Sarah Zane
Thomas Mesmer
Colt
Messrs
Richard Osorned
Samuel Atwell
Bergille
Mrs. S. A. Affleck
Rev. J. W. Canter
College
Misses Hamilton
Sarah Lushbauh
Susie Davis
White Post
Kersene
Mr. White
Mr. A. Jane
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