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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1913
Page
1
Community writer argues that burying past wrongs done by local citizens during the Civil War is best, criticizing informers and betrayals, while condemning needless cruelties and praising soldiers on both sides for upholding duty. The piece recalls a provost search incident and warns against reopening old skeletons.
Washington reports the Huerta government sent a note demanding recognition and peace terms, then withdrew it after Lind and Huerta met. The episode risks war and a renewed arms embargo shift, as Urrutia and officials misread the ultimatum’s status.
Funeral services for Charles Washington Houck, long-time Winchester resident and Confederate veteran, were held at his Braddock Clifford streets home. Rev. J W Duffey and Rev. W G Talbert officiated. interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery with taps. Pallbearers included Geo Kinzel M T Reed John W Reens Fuller Edward H Dufenderfer and James B Russell. Houck, reputed wealthy, had a private fortune and rumored bequests to local charities. will not yet opened.
The Eleventh Cavalry Social Club at Winchester instruction camp held a dance in Rouss Hall attracting about 45 couples. The Eleventh Orchestra provided music and refreshments were served. Attendees included Winchester soldiers non commissioned officers and visiting townsfolk mingling after nine o clock.
A near sellout crowd is expected for a hospital building fund charity show in Winchester. The program features local talent plus Madame Schiershauer Reynolds from the Berlin Royal Opera, Margaret Britton from Washington, Lieut. Alexander Day Surles of the Fifteenth Cavalry, and Marie Ames of Boston, with music by the Eleventh Cavalry band conducted by Adolph Hofenfeld.
Local advertise notice from H. Shindler & Son seeking fresh produce including cabbage buttay and eggs with the listing format 16-16-5t.
Mrs. Robert Beverley gave a delightful party at her new home on South Stewart Street in honor of her daughter Miss Frances Beverley and her guests Miss Nesbitt and Miss Hartshorn of New York. The Winchester social set and visiting cavalry officers attended as dancing and a well-appointed supper followed the entertainment.
Invitations issued by the Fairfax Club of Winchester invite members and guests to a large reception at the club house on Saturday evening August 23 from 9 to 11. The event honors officers of the United States Camp of Cavalry Instruction and their wives and daughters. The club foresees a record attendance with music by a Winchester orchestra and supper provided by an out-of-town caterer.
A notice directs Company I to assemble at 3 o clock Thursday night August 2 1918 by order of Captain JAS. P. REARDON and First Sergeant C. J. FRANK. The text references a touring care and a mail drop at John B. Solenberger's Store with unclear details.
The Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society prepares its 44th Winchester fair with new attractions and expanded premiums. Four days of exhibits and racing purses totaling 4000 dollars are planned, plus a special cavalry officer class with prizes of 60 20 and 10 dollars.
A Winchester couple married yesterday afternoon at Rockville Maryland. William McMillan a Winchester mechanic and Vera Forney the daughter of Katharine Forney and former chief of police Meredith Forney were joined in marriage aboard train No. 8 of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. They left for a honeymoon in the east and plan to settle in Winchester upon return.
Aug 20 Thaw faces deportation and extradition while his habeas corpus petition is postponed. Deputy A G Kennedy Teft hart travels from Albany to Sherbrooke to represent New York in opposing Thaw’s release. Thaw asserts he seeks only liberty and insists he is not dangerous.
Handley Library opens with public inspection after a formal ceremony. The program includes a report by the Handley Trustees on Judge Handley and library funds, plus a prayer, and a detailed catalogue of the holdings. The building features open shelves and extensive periodical files. no books may be borrowed Friday, and regular hours begin Friday from 1 PM to 9 PM on weekdays.
Regimental drills begin at the United States cavalry camp near Winchester as commanders plan best use of regiments on the firing line and in attacks. Lieutenant Colonel Henry T. Allen and Colonel Dickman return from Washington, with observers and troopers shifting roles and assignments.
Auction notice announces a 1912 Roaster with 30 horsepower for country roads in excellent condition. Full equipment included. Priced at $650. Address X care Star Office.
The forecast for Virginia calls for generally fair skies tonight and Thursday. Temperatures will be mild with light winds and little to no precipitation expected.
The W C T U will hold its annual meeting Thursday morning August 21 at 9 30 o clock. Reports for the year will be read and attendance is requested. Secretary notes expected members’ presence and participation.
President Wilson announced the appointment of Representative Francis Burton Harrison of New York as Governor General of the Philippine Islands. Harrison succeeds Cameron Forbes and was noted as a Democrat with prior Congressional service. Other names previously linked included Henry J. Ford, Oscar Crosby, and John A. Dix, while Judge Adam C. Carson opposed his own candidacy and urged W. Morgan Spuster for the post.
Classified notice advertises high quality Crimson grass seeds including alfalfa and Timothy sold by H. H. Baker, ma. Seed supplier promotions note availability.
Public sale of mahogany antiques and furniture announced for Thursday August 21 at 11 B M street address shows barber moved from 188 Main Street. Local notice lists sale location and items offered for bidding.
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