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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1908
Page
1
A severe electrical storm swept the Valley of Virginia and Cumberland Valley last night leaving property damage across sections including Winchester. Lightning terrified residents with spectacular flashes though no deaths were reported and several people were severely stunned.
Martinsburg West Virginia Aug 18 Miss Ella Custer the young woman shot and severely wounded by boy Noland Orndorff Fri day evening at Bunker Hill is recovering at City Hospital and should be able to go home in a few days unless complications arise An eyewitness says the boy loaded the gun and shouted Watch me shoot her but authorities believe it was accidental boyish folly and not a planned attack
Mr. W. H. Trimble of White Hall treated the Star staff to peaches today, which were greatly enjoyed.
The household effects of the late Mrs. Nettie Cook will be sold privately for cash at No 212 Braddock Street beginning at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning. Waddox's prices make it inexpensive for you to buy elsewhere.
Funeral services for Miss Eliza Wilkes of Washington were held at St Johns Episcopal Church. She funded Episcopal Eye Ear and Throat Hospital in Washington and supported a charity mission, with family ties including Admiral Charles Wilkes and Navy officers. Burial followed at Oak Hill Cemetery beside her father.
During the storm in Winchester last evening Mr Henry Moling’s North Main street residence was struck. a roof hole and debris on the second floor caused excitement. Joseph W Sumpiton’s house nearby was hit and chimney damaged though the home remained intact. Mrs Brown, wife of mail carrier John Brown on South Kent street, was severely stunned by the strike and fainted needing restoratives. she felt the aftereffects the next day.
Ladies ride in a number of classes as Virginia'sGreat Horse Show launches. Judges oversee entries across divisions highlighting equestrian talent and regional participation.
Clarke county's Berryville show grounds near Battletown hosted a large, enthusiastic crowd for the three day event. About 500 entries, heavy foot traffic, and notable grand stand viewing mark the opening as forecasts predict peak attendance on Thursday and Friday.
Aug 18 Hayfield Va reports a major forest fire on Je M Jackson’s farm spreading to 150 acres. Firefighters from miles around fought the blaze all day, aided by a northwest wind shift. Losses hit J M Jackson and Mrs Sidney Stephenson of Winchester. Local ladies gathered at Stephenson home to praise responders.
The forecast for Virginia calls for fair skies tonight with cooler readings. Wednesday also expects fair weather with no precipitation and overall mild conditions across the state, including the northern and western portions.
Rev. D. H. Kern pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church South of Winchester left yesterday for Burlington West Virginia where he will conduct a camp meeting.
News of the death reports Dennis Fenton a former local resident who had lived at Western State Hospital Staunton since about 1905 15 to 20 years. Commonwealth Attorney James J Reardon a nephew heads to bring the body to the city for a funeral at the Church of the Sacred Heart.
Winchester defeated Fredericksburg 5 to 0 at Reservoir Park. Cantwell held the visitors scoreless while Fredericksburg hitters managed only sporadic threats. Linthicum had three hits in four trips, and Cy McDonald Dalton and Duffy led Fredericksburg at the plate. The official box shows 3 earned runs for Winchester and strong fielding by both sides.
Mrs Edward Walker and Mrs Annie Sisk of Alexandria Virginia are visiting Mr and Mrs Weeley-Grim at No 1 South Market Street in the city.
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