Winchester fair finances praised in treasurer report
The annual report of Treasurer Charles R. McCann of the Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society calls the Winchester fair financially sound. It notes a December 1 cash balance of 2 0745 and plans to use excess funds for horse stables, stalls, and grounds improvements while boosting premiums and racing prizes.
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Ananual
Charles
A of
Frederick
Winchester
Winchester Fair
McCann
Board of Directors
Treasury
Gale
Pumr House
National Trotting Association
Weis
Calvin Felix Committed to State Reform School
Calvin Felix a colored youth who confessed to setting a stable fire on the Co EB Aulick property at South Braddock street was committed by Justice Beverley to the state reform school for colored people near Richmond. He will be kept there until age 21 under the state's rules.
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Calvin
Felix
Co. EB
Aulick
South Braddock Street
Justice Beverley
State Reform School
Richmond
Byrd seen as likely to be appointed district attorney
Richmond correspondent notes Richard E. Byrd of Winchester is expected to be appointed district attorney for the western district of Virginia. The report credits Byrd with managing the Wilson campaign in Virginia and suggests his influence might lead to a higher position.
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Richmond
Washington Star
Richard EB. Byrd
Winchester
Virginia
Wilson
Clark
Winchester police offer reward for four murder suspects
Chief of Police Doran in Winchester Kentucky has received a notice from another chief offering a thousand dollar reward for the apprehension of four Black men sought in the murder of George M Hart on November 24. The fugitives are Wen Emery Jim Hays Joe Shepherd alias Big Boy and L L Leek. A photo of Ben Emery appears with the description.
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Doran
Po- Ti
Winchester
George
Mhart
Wen Emery
Jim Hays
Joe Shepherd
Big Boy
L. L. Leek
Ben Emery
Blizzard Sweeps Northwest Stalls Railroads Across Region
A fierce blizzard roars through the northwest delaying rail traffic as heavy snow from Canada and Idaho sweeps into the area. Three inches have fallen locally while lines are held up or greatly delayed.
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Denver
Canada
Idaho
Gardner B Hillyard Buys Harris Addition Lots
Mr. Gardner B. Hillyard sells his near new South Washington street house and purchases eight National avenue lots extending to the Harris addition in Winchester. He plans to build a modern home and expand apple growing on Harris orchard property in the eastern suburb.
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Gardner B. Hillyard
Washington Street
National “Avenue
Harris
Winchester
Halyard
Moling and Seal Special for Sale Ad
Classified note from page six advertising Moling and Seal services for sale. Read as a departmental or local business listing with terse product an services mention.
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Moling & Seal
Notice to Sarah Zaners Delayed Meeting and Reward
Regular meeting postponed until Monday night. Most important meeting of the year. Be present. Lost thirty dollars in reenbacks finder return to 318 North Main Street and receive reward.
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N. Main
Negotiations Collapse Between Turkey and Greece
Telegraphed dispatches from Constantinople report that negotiations between Turkey and Greece ended last night after a fruitless day of talks. A government-aligned newspaper suggested an armistice would be signed within days. Budapest also noted Hungary endorsed Grey's call for an international conference to settle postwar tensions.
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The
Star
Constantinople
Turkey
Greece
Gutikdam
Budapest
Audiro-Hungary
Sir Edward Grey
London
Engaged By Johnson Wedding Noted In Telegraph Report
A telegraph item reports the engagement of Jack Thompson, described as a prominent figure, to Lucille Cameron of Minneapolis. Charles A. Karth, Illinois legislator from the district, indicates he will introduce related measures at the next session.
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Star
Jack
Tompson
Lucille Cameron
Minneapolis
Charles A. Karth
Star Vaudeville Acts And Motion Pictures Auditorium Tonight
Star vaudeville acts and motion pictures headline the Auditorium show in Winchester tonight. Singing and eating will be enjoyed. audience urged to attend for what is billed as the finest entertainment in town. Admission is 10 cents to 60 cents.
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Motion Pictures
Winchester
Aged Mrs. Catherine R. Lewis Dies in Frederick County
Mrs. Catherine R. Lewis of the Fries family near Bethel Frederick County died this morning after a lingering illness. She would have turned 73 next Monday having been born December 9, 1839 in the county. Her husband died years ago. Funeral services are set for 10 o clock Saturday with interment in the Bethel graveyard.
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Catherine R. Lewis
Frederick County
Bethel
Ghastly hotel room deaths in Kentucky crime scene
In Cattletsburg Kentucky the Alger Hotel proprietor found Miss Minnie Turner dead and James York dying in a room booked by a trio including Mrs York and Yorks sister. Mrs York in good health lay beside the dead girl. Authorities suspect poisoning. The trio had not been seen since Monday.
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Cattletsburg
Alger
James York
Minnie Turner
Special Fur Sale Friday Saturday and Monday
Direct from manufacturer Moling and Seal offers fur sets priced from 150 to 4250 dollars. The sale runs Friday Saturday and Monday with direct-to-consumer offers.
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Moling & Seal
Christmas Savings Club At Bank To Pay 32000
Winchester and Frederick county residents who joined the Christmas savings club will receive a total of 32000 next week. Depositors who stayed in to the end will get checks mailed December 11, while those who left earlier must call at the bank after December 12. The December 26 start of a new club aims to encourage the saving habit among locals.
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Winchester
Frederick County
Ohro Savingstonal Bank
Former Pastor on Trial for Murder in Maine Case
The trial of Rev. Charles Nelson Jamellius, former Boston pastor, began in Houston Maine. He faces murder and conspiracy charges tied to Augustus Jacobson, the prospective father-in-law. Mrs. Mary Jacobson and her young son were among co defendants.
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Telegraphic To the Star
Houston
Maine
Charles Nelson Jamellus
Boston
Onnis
Augustus Jacobson
Mary Jacobson
Emelias
Jouuy
Emelius
Horse Throws and Injures Mr. Miller in Frederick County
Mr. R. B. Miller, a Grimes area farmer, was thrown from a horse near Frederick County Tuesday evening. The horse balked and caused Miller to fall, breaking his collar bone in two places and injuring his shoulder. Dr. E. B. Smoke of White Hall treated the injuries.
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R. B. Miller
Grimes
Frederick County
EB B. Smoke
White Hall
Moling and Seals Fur Window Display Sale
Advertising a fur window display from a major New York manufacturer with prices ranging from 1.50 to 42.50 and sale days Friday Saturday and Monday.
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Moling
New York
Lost purse between Hotel Evans and postoffice
Wednesday evening a purse containing $15 and a laundry slip was lost between Hotel Evans and the postoffice. A finder who returns the items will receive a reward at Hotel Evans.
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Evans
Barber shop moves near Hotel Evans
Notice to friends and customers that the barber shop has moved one door south of Hotel Evans.
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Hotel Evans
Wall Street Secrets Exposed In Postmaster Race
Rumors swirl about who will succeed Bentley Kern as postmaster when his term ends. Treasurer George H. Kinvel is a strong candidate and former Mayor H. H. Baker has entered the race. Main Street merchant Thomas Bart and other Democrats signal readiness to serve, with several locals reportedly open to stepping forward. Uncle Sam as postmaster in Winchester noted.
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Bentley Kern
Citiate
George H. Kinvel
H. H. Baker
Thomas
M- Bart
Democratic City Executive Committee
Wgnemer
Oumoal
An &Grem
Samas
Winchester
City and County Joint Expenses Discussion and Figures
The City and County Joint expenses, approved by the common council finance committee, total 834.85 from August 1, 1910 to November this year. The city's share for maintaining the parish farm is 351.50 for the same period. The Star notes readers' erroneous conceptions about the council proceedings.
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Ee Gist P Penses
Ocairt
Common Council
The
Star
Gooney Manor Ore Improves Copper Mining Prospects
Captain Lewis F. Cooper vice president and local stockholders visited the Front Royal area near the western slope of the Blue Ridge. They examined mines a few days ago and brought back ore samples from 260 feet depth showing copper content higher than the average. New machinery has been installed and ore extraction is accelerating with improving ore quality as excavation continues.
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Lewis F. Cooper
Ooney Manor Cope
Front Royal
Cooper
Winchester Commandery Meeting Notice
Fragments indicate a meeting of Winchester Commandery No 12 on Friday December 6 at 8 o'clock. Details are incomplete but the notice references an organizational gathering and timing.
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Winchester Commandery
Massie Family Welcomes a Fine Boy at Home
Mr and Mrs Carl Massie of South Washington street celebrate the arrival of a fine boy. The newborn is welcomed by friends as Mr Massie is the son of Mr C F Massie, a well known figure in the community.
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Herbert
S. Larrick
Ellks
Chambersburg
Larrick
Winchester Lodge
Apie
Chambersbure
Carl Massie
South Washington Street
Mr. Massie Is
C. F. Massie
Investigation Ordered on Great Financial Combination
A December to January debate in New York reports a House resolution calling Congress to investigate a powerful financial combination. The resolution alleges the group controls money, influences banking and stock activities, curbs competition, and can trigger market panics. A banking and finance committee was appointed to carry out the inquiry.
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New York
Dec. York
Combina Financiers
House
New York Stock Exchange
Cary
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L. Harris
Thomas Cannon
Sur- Scott
Calvin Felix
State Reformatory
Santer Clauster
Capper’s
Reed the Star
Herbert S. Larrick
Chambersburg Elks
Lar
Rick
Sarah Zaners
Johnson
F.and M. Bank
Mr. Miller
Wall Street
Gooney Manor
Ag Airing
United States Treasury
J. P. Morgan
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