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Newspaper

Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1902

Page

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Tent Attack on Evangelist Yeakley in Hagerstown

A mob of about fifty youths raided Evangelist M. L. Yeakley’s Franklin street tent in Hagerstown Maryland breaking part of the structure. Special officers Ricketts Coffman and Boward were assaulted and several arrests are expected after the disturbance tied to Yeakley’s remarks and ongoing meetings.

Franklin Street High Winter Hagerstown M. L. Yeakley Winchester Ricketts Boward Evangelist Yeakley Holzapfel J. R. Ricketts T. J. Coffman C. W. Boward

Mail delays prompt action against rail schedules

The letter-writer complains mail from Baltimore and Washington arrives 12 hours late, with 8 30 or later deliveries. A business notice touts building lots on Fairmont avenue Braddock Heights and North avenue with moderate terms. Names include Mrs pean Fetzer of Baltimore and Miss Bessie Files of New Haven.

Baltimore Washington Fairmont Avenue Braddock Heights North Avenue Miller, Supply Co Pean Fetzer Bessie Bessie Files New Haven

Governor Montague Guests at Mr Barton's in Winchester

Last evening Hon R T Barton hosted Gov A J Montague and wife at tea at his south Washington street residence. They visit Jordan's White Sulphur Springs to rest from duties, with a small group including Dr D W Barton and Col H H Baker among others. The outing was quiet and scarcely noticed by townspeople.

R.T. Barton A. J. Montague South Washington Street Jordan Winchester R. T. Barton D. W. Barton Baltimore Barton Boling Haxall Loudoun County Hunter Moss Parkersburg W.va Nannie Baker H. H. Baker Alexander Baker Montague Jordan’s Springs Virginia Opequon Inn

Crescent Club Entertained at Stephenson Residence

The Crescent Club, largely Clearbrook residents, enjoyed an evening at Mr. H. W. Allen’s home near Stephenson. Highlights included musical selections and recitations by Laura Zantmyer of Hagerstown and seven year old Florence Allen. Mrs Maupin also contributed musical numbers.

Crescent Club Clearbrook

Fish Commissioner Bowers Visits Winchester on Business

United States Fish Commissioner George M. Bowers of Martinsburg West Virginia was in Winchester today for a private conference with Postmaster Bentley Kern. Both men said the talks concerned business rather than politics and Bowers returned to Martinsburg this afternoon.

United States George M. Bowers Martinsburg W. Va Winchester Bentley Kern Bowers

Horses Return To Service After Fire Delays

The Sarah Zane horses not in service for a month were placed in service again this afternoon. Fire bells rang this morning for a blaze at Judge William M Atkinson's stable as arrangements were underway to start the horses. Earlier Duke was kicked on the leg and badly hurt while pasturing, keeping the team idle until his recovery.

Sarah Zane Judge Wm. M. Atkinson Duke

Picnic and Ice Cream Social at Christian Church

The Sunday School of Christian Church near High View hosts a picnic today with an evening ice cream social in attendance is Mr. William Simpson of Winchester.

Sunday School of Christian Church High View Wm. Simpson Winchester

Poisoning of Dogs in South Winchester Raises Alarm

City officials warn that several dogs have been poisoned in recent days as a recurring problem in south Winchester. Authorities say the act endangers children and pets, urges residents to avoid creating a nuisance, and reveals an officer has logged purchasers of poison to identify suspects.

Winchester

Foot Crushed By Falling Log At Sawmill Accident

John McKeever, employee of J W Spellman, suffered a severe foot injury at a sawmill on the John Hall place when a log fell, crushing the foot and badly damaging a toe. He endured considerable pain and was found with the toe mashed off after removing his sock.

John McKeever J.W. Spellman McKeever John Hall Place

Hand Injury Improves After Lancing at Mill

John Nolls a stoker at Old Dominion Paper Mills suffered a severe gathering on his right hand weeks ago. The swelling was lanced last night and today he is somewhat easier.

John Nolls Nolls Old Dominion Paper Mills

Flag Pole Erected On New Shenandoah Bank Building

A fine flag pole has been erected on the Shenandoah Valley National Bank’s new building. The pole features a large brass ball on top and will enhance the bank’s appearance when the flag is raised.

Shenandoah Valley National Bank

Pastor Cromer Returns From Loudoun County Visit

Rev T K Cromer pastor of Cemetery Reformed Church has returned from a visit to Loudoun County and will preach tomorrow morning and night.

T. K. Cromer Cemetery Reformed Church Loudoun County

Peculiar Cucumber Exhibits Grafted Double Growth

Mrs Mort Ebhert sent a cucumber to The Star showing a cucumber with a second cucumber growing from its side. The odd specimen arrived with uncertain origin and drew curiosity at the office.

Former Resident Weds in News From Downington and Wilmington

A letter received here today announces the marriage of Miss Maggie Moran of Downington Pennsylvania and Mr. Thomas Grim of Wilmington Delaware and formerly of this city.

Maggie Moran Downington, Pa Thomas Grim Wilmington Del

Young Soldier Dinges Dies in Luzon

A War Department message to Vaucluse reports the death of Private Roy W. Dinges in Nagcarlon Laguna Luzon on July 2 while serving with Company F Eighth Regiment. He was 27, son of W H Dinges county supervisor, from Middletown Vaucluse area, with siblings Nellie Edna Vista Gladys and brother George. He enlisted in Keyser and wrote home frequently before his death.

Vaucluse War Department Washington Roy W. Dinges Nagcarlon Laguna Luzon United States Army Dinges W. H. Dinges Board of Opequon Winchester Young Dinges Keyser W. Va Philippines Tuk Sraw Leslie Kline George Dinges Nellie Edna Vista Gladys Dinges Middletown

Entertains Her Sunday School Class

Miss Retta Amick hosted a pleasant evening for her Sunday School class at her north Main street home. Attendees included Lacey Emmatt Annie Laurie Minnie Annie Lester Edith Reynolds Alice Cain Lily Ayres Virgie Printz Osie Page and many others plus Rev J Ryland Murdock and guests from Pittsburg and Gore. Musical selections by John Barr McAdoo Clarence Hensell and William Keller enhanced the night as midnight approached with games and refreshments served.

Retta Amick North Main Street Lacey Emmatt Annie Laurie Minnie Annie Lester Edith Reynolds Alice Cain Lily Ayres Virgie Printz Osie Page Ryland Murdock Lyda Chapman Emma Bowman Emma Fahnestock Mamie Brown Annie Aikens Nellie Printz Miss Rhinehart Glaize Chapman Amick Messrs John Barr McAdoo Richard and O’ Brian Pittsburg William Keller Clarence Hensell Oliver Brown M. R. Amick Gore This County

Farmers crowd auction in town with hopeful outlook

A busy crowd gathered around Auctioneer Swanson in front of the Court-House as county farmers offered goods at the sale. Buyers paid good prices and the overall mood was positive about a better corn crop than expected.

Swanson

Band Boys Return. Messrs. Reardon and J. Seorket Lead

Band boys return with two leaders named William Reardon and J Seorket at the helm as the group resumes duties after a pause.

Band Boys Return Messrs William Reardon and J. Seorket Eth Hanaged

Fire damages stable at Judge Atkinson property

Dense smoke from a blaze at the rear of Christ Episcopal Chapel led to an alarm at 11.80. The fire started in a stable on Judge W. M. Atkinson’s property, destroying the loft and hay worth about 250 dollars with no insurance. Firefighters prevented wider damage as horses and carriages were removed.

Christ Episcopal Chapel W. M. Atkinson Horace Brown Episcopal Chapel Water Street Charley Rouss Judge Atkinson Judge Atkin

Larrick & Larrick Expand Into Lumber Industry

The Middletown based firm Larrick & Larrick with George B. Wright purchased a 500 acre pine timber tract on the Roanoke River in Mecklenburg County. They will build a large lumber plant employing many workers as part of consolidating several enterprises.

Larrick & Larrick Middletown George B. Wright Roanoke River Mecklenburg County Frederick Frederick County

Woods Meeting Near Welliwon Seeks Attendance

Ministers secured to assist in the meeting starting Sunday August 24 include Rev. H. P. Hamill presiding elder Rev. William Meville of Berryville Rev. A. M. Cackley of Middletown Rev. CU. D. Bulla and Dr. J. P. Hyde of Winchester There will be three services daily for four days The public is invited to attend bring your dinner and

General Franz Sigel Dies in New York City

General Franz Sigel died in New York City at age seventy eight after a long public career. Born in 1824 in Germany, he fought in the 1849 German insurrection, came to the United States in 1852, organized regiments for the Civil War, and held commands from Cedar Creek to Gettysburg before his retirement due to ill health. He led partisan forces in West Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley and served briefly in the Army of the Potomac.

Franz Sigel New York Sigel St. Louis Army of Virginia John Pope Cedar Creek Bull Run Stonewall Jackson Centreville Fairfax Courthouse Grand Reserve Pennsylvania Lee Gettysburg Lincoln Department Staunton Newmarket Starpers Ferry Jubal A. Early Maryland Heights Bethlehem

Pitzer Farm Sells at Public Auction Near Court House

Auctioneer E. L. Hodgson sold the 2354 acre Pitzer farm in Stonewall District this morning. George Pitzer purchased the tract at 46.50 dollars per acre in a public sale in front of the courthouse.

E. L. Hodgson Court House Pitzer Stonewall District George Pitzer

Birthday Dinner for Miss Jessie Hillyard

Mr and Mrs J Hicks of Streitsville hosted a birthday dinner for Miss Jessie Hillyard of this city yesterday. Attendees included Misses Rose McCarty Jessie Hillyard Edith Wood of Winchester Misses Lot tis Anderson and Nellie Bird of Martinsburg. Hillyard received handsome presents.

Miss Hillyard J. 8. Hicks Streitsville Jessie Hillyard Rose McCarty Edith Wood Winchester Lottis Anderson Nellie Bird Martinsburg

Frederick bicycle racer J C Devilbiss returns home

Mr J C Devilbiss of Frederick City Maryland, known as Frederick's racing midget, spent several days in Winchester and returned home yesterday. He is brother of C E Devilbiss, once famous aerial performer. Dr Daniel Janney near Welltown is reported quite sick.

J. C. Devilbiss Frederick City Winchester Devilbiss Frederick C. E. Devilbiss Daniel Janney Welltown Janney

Frederick Baby Is Prettiest at Inwood Fair

Last day of the Inwood Fair drew large crowds with a baby show and a knight tournament. Clara M. Clevenger won the prettiest baby under one year, Cordelia Powell placed second, while Edgar Lefever won the tournament prize crowning Fannie Henshaw queen of love and beauty.

Clara M. Clevenger R. G. Clevenger Frederick County Cordelia Powell Berkeley County Edgar Lefever Bunker Hill Fannie Henshaw H. Bunker Estelle Wilkins K. T. Hoffman Elmira Payne William Dearmont Clarke County Mary Emmett Hagerstown

Card Party At Mrs. Smiths

Last evening Mr and Mrs German Smith hosted a card party for Mrs Helen Zeigler of Philadelphia formerly Miss Helen Shelmire at their Fairmont Avenue home. Guests enjoyed whist and refreshments after prizes were awarded to Mr Fred Glaize. The lawn was lit with colorful Japanese lanterns and the gathering was orderly and pleasant.

German Smith Helen Zeigler Philadelphia Helen Shelmire Fairmont Avenue Fred. Glaize Smith Residence

Trunk Burned In Eureka Hotel Fire

Mr. Newton Davidson of this city lost his wardrobe and insurance papers in the Eureka Hotel fire at Edinburg Virginia on Wednesday. He had been a guest there and traveled to Winchester later that day.

Newton Davidson Eureka Edinburg Davidson Winchester

Youthful Prisoners Dismissed in House Robbery Case

Justice Bragonier held a hearing for three African American youths arrested for breaking into Susan Barber’s house. The youths were found innocent after it emerged they went to retrieve a pigeon that had flown inside.

Justice Bragonier Susan Barber

Thanking Winchester Fire Department for prompt service

Card of thanks from M. Aree expresses gratitude for the Winchester fire department’s efficient handling of a morning fire at their property and commends the responders for their service.

Fire Department of Winchester Gem. M. Aree

Filth Dumped Into Town Run Sparks Outrage

Street cleaning crew emptied a large amount of filth into Market Street Run this afternoon causing widespread indignation. Resident G G Baker expressed strong anger and indicated potential legal action may follow.

Market Street G. G. Baker

Also Mentioned on This Page

Evangelist Mr. Yeakley Our Gov. Montague MR. Barton Roy Dinges Gen. Sigel New York City Pitzer Farm Janney Ili Frederick Baby Mrs
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