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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1910
Page
4
A campaign begins advocating abolishing late mail deliveries. Supporters argue day delivery will speed service and relieve mail carriers. Details on proposed rollout or timelines remain unclear.
Fragmentary lines evoke intense cries from barnyards during hog killing days, contrasting with audible screams and the emotional toll of the livestock work. The vivid rustic scene centers on Ian and the surrounding rural atmosphere.
A columnist argues Taft warns Congress about subsidies to private interests after Democratic wins. The piece contrasts tariffs and subsidies, urging against government gifts to manufacturers and urging Representative William Pes not to vote for subsidy again, calling it undemocratic and ill advised.
In a United States Court an involuntary bankruptcy petition has been filed against Over Company Bayxacrt. by a judge leading the case in the United States Circuit Court. The action seeks liquidation under federal bankruptcy laws and assigns debtor status with court oversight.
K Roberts former resident of Wheatland Jefferson county died at his Columbus Ohio home. He leaves his widow sisters and one brother in a death notice that notes his sister Jedie V Cartmell as survivor and lists no exact dates.
An old advertisement touts Sunny Monday laundry soap as superior to others, claiming it makes dirt fly and saves time and effort. It asserts effectiveness in any water type from hard to boiling and promises consistent results.
Samuel Ferguson recovered 500 dollars plus costs after a three day trial in Gore County. He sued A Marple and Company over an accident where boards from the Marple transfer wagon struck him, rendering him unable to work for some time.
The remedy’s properties were tested during a rain of influenza and when taken in time prevented pneumonia in every case. Sold by Franck Baker & Son.
Misses Elsie and Cornelia Ruth eréord, students of Fort Loudoun Seminary, spent several days last week at their home Locust Grove near town, accompanied by two seminary teachers Miss Brock and Miss Meyer.
Mr. Forster M. Hardesty has gone to Buchanan Virginia to accept the position of cashier of the Buchanan National Bank. He is the son of Mr. M J Hardesty of this county and was formerly with the Farmers and Merchants National Bank in this city and has worked in banking in other parts of the state.
City Solicitor R Gray Williams heads to Staunton to deliver the main address at Sunday memorial services for the Staunton lodge of Elks to be held at Beverley Theater.
Mr. Shirley Carter left this afternoon for Staunton on business. Mr. W. H. Elwell, who recently underwent surgery by Dr. A. C. Swimley at Memorial Hospital, returned home on the Martinsburg pike this afternoon much improved.
Messrs. W W McDonald and Thomas Hardesty of Berryville Virginia spent today in this city visiting local sites and meeting residents.
Local report highlights a Greensboro patient claiming Vinol cured anemia and weakness after avoiding cod liver oil. The testimonial from Mrs. J. T. Snider praises Vinol as a non greasy cod liver oil extract with tonic iron and notes a money back guarantee.
George Cook faced Justices Coe, Pierce and Pannett today for assaulting William Nicely. He was fined $2.50 plus costs after claiming self defense for a last week county fight over a farm settlement with Nicely, who had been Cook's tenant.
Col James C Baker of Stephens City obtains a license to practice law in local courts. He will remain in Stephens City where he leads the public schools and has not practiced law for several years.
Stephens City notes social updates and moves. David Dinges remodels his dwelling. G R Sonner stays with daughter Mrs Katie Weaver who is improving. E E Chiles to resume Peoples Bank cashier job Monday. Charles Beatty rents his home and moves to Dr Frank Montgomery farm east of town. W Keene Baker moves into Beatty property. Miss Hilda Miller visits aunt Mrs Charles E Frazier in Harrisonburg.
Michael Kirin of Mount Pleasant dies after an attack by a group led by a dozer man. John Dwuroko in prison awaiting trial. Harry Osick Oscar Warlock and Jere Howsick under $500 bail as murder suspects. Michael Ryan Pasquale Shannon and Wasko Malaski fugitives. Kirin named Curoko as the assailant. Ryan allegedly stabbed him. others beat him. body found by roadside.
Anna Struss, known as Banana Anna, testified she caused over 5000 dollars in damages by faking injuries on seven railroads including the New York Central. She admitted an old wound could look fresh, claiming slips on banana peels as the alleged negligence used to collect funds.
Lewis Rowan assistant superintendent of Reading Transit killed in Norristown while attempting to rescue Frank Hahn an eighteen year old helper who touched a live transformer switch. Rowan died rescuing Hahn after both were struck by 13 000 volt current at the sub station in West Norriton township.
Scranton Pa December 3 John J Connors of Minooka pled guilty to falsifying primary election returns last June while seeking the Republican nomination for the legislature and was sentenced to six months in county prison.
Vivian Shaffer of Shepherdstown is jailed in Charlestown charged with forging the name of Mrs. Mary Shaffer to several checks that were cashed by local merchants.
The Washington Sunday Star highlights broad social news from Winchester and the Virginia Valley. Readers are urged to secure copies from local news dealers for fuller coverage.
Augusta Georgia December 3 records shattered as the temperature plunged to 253 above zero. Sandy Stuart an elderly Black man was found dead in the street from the cold.
Philadelphia stores announce evening closings during the Christmas rush with six o'clock closing hours set for most big department stores. The move limits hours as shoppers prepare for holiday buying and retailers wrap up daily operations earlier.
A woman testifies at Manchester police court that she faced a moral judgment due to her clothing and language. The bench fines her, arguing the moral effect of attire and demeanor. The brief report cites Yondon Daily News.
Eight p m observations across cities show clear conditions in Atlantic City Boston Buffalo Chicago New Orleans New York Philadelphia and St Louis with Washington cloudy or partly cloudy. Forecast calls for cloudy weather today and tomorrow with warmer temperatures and light variable winds.
Census data shows twenty eight states announced with a national total around 60,036,759 up 1 to 22 percent since 1900. Arizona and New Mexico counted separately. country total projected near 90.1 million.
The 46,130 residents mark a 65.8 percent rise from 27,838 in 1900, reflecting broader national gains. Virginia holds 2,961,612 people, up 11.2 percent from 1900, while California reaches 2,377,549, a 60.1 percent increase since 1900.
President Taft holds open minds on forthcoming Supreme Court and Commerce Court picks. He met with senators and reps and held a lengthy talk with Judge Sanborn of Minnesota. Discussion covered Swayze Gupmere Pitney and possible New Jersey selections amid Pollock advocacy by Kansans.
Milwaukee health commissioner Dr. Frederick A. Kraft plans a corps of nine women to inspect households and judge cleanliness and proper household management. The duty includes educating wives in maintaining neat, proper home care.
President Taft ordered substantial reductions to his lengthy message. He will trim about 6900 words and send certain sections to Congress as an appendix, keeping the main message shorter and more direct.
Pittsburgh Pa December 3 Detective J. 35 Pinney was found unconscious and asphyxiated after a gas from a nearby stove overwhelmed him while he slept in a North Side hospital. He died soon after.
Market notes show flour prices steady with No 2 red and yellow corn quiet. Butter remains steady at creameries and poultry prices show limited movement. Potatoes and oats listed with small price ranges, while hogs and other items absent from active trading.
Cattle prices steady to higher with prime, veal, and heavy stock categories showing demand. Sheep firm with prime wethers and lambs traded around 4.25 to 6.25, while feeders and culls moved near 1.50 to 2. Prices for heavy Yorkers and roughs ranged from 6.50 to 7.90 as buyers bid.
Prominent Winchester woman Mrs Lucy Kinzel is ill while visiting her daughter Mrs E D Laws in Front Royal Virginia. A Front Royal message says she spent a comfortable night and seemed brighter. She turned 80 years old on Thursday.
Miss Annie O Stine, back from an extended western tour visiting her parents in the county and sister in Kansas City, Mo., will make her home again with her uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Walter E Barron Braddock Heights. Friends say they missed her during the absence. Miss Julia Butler also returns home after a week with relatives at Harpers Ferry.
Sunday services at 11 am and 7 30 pm led by Rev Arthur L E Slagle. Sunday school at 2 15 pm. Baraca Bible Class for men 2 60 pm. Regular monthly meeting of the official board Monday 8 pm. Prayer service on Wednesday 7 45 pm.
Now in Richmond, Dr Br B R White the Strasburg physician who left Winchester Memorial Hospital for Redmond medical treatment, is a Baltimore hospital patient former tied by marriage to Mrs Bryan Cox of Harrisonburg.
Mrs W H Woods and Mr Joseph Woods visited her father Mr Nw Lup ton at the Winchester Inn and returned to Baltimore this morning. Advertise for Christmas. Advertise now.
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