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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1912

Page

2

Desirable Winchester Residence Auction Under Deed of Trust

Trustee sale of a two story eight room brick home at 331 North Matt Street Winchester Virginia to be held January 11 at noon in front of the Court House. Property extends 170 feet with alley access and includes electric and gas services and sewerage. Terms require one third cash and balance in two annual installments secured by bonds, deed of trust, and building insurance. Auctioneers Duvall and Dunn.

Guy Wilson Corporation Court City of Winchester Matt Street Charles Walgon Roberta M& Wilson Mary HE. Lauck Mary Snapp M. MM. Lynch Duvall & Dunn

Respite Granted for Allen Defendants as Funds Rise

Reports from Wytheville say Floyd and Claude Allen receive another respite. sympathizers raise over $80 for their appeals while their trials reflect compromise deals. Sidnia Allen to serve 35 years total for murder and related charges, Wesley Edwards also accepts a compromise.

Lloyd Allen Claude Allen Wytheville Allen Commonwealth Sidria Allen Webb Sidnia Allen Massie Foster

Allen Consolation Dictates Plea and Sentences in 1912 Case

Doctor Nakes a suggestion to allow Edwards to enter pleas guilty and receive a sentence of 27 years in penitentiary. The piece reviews the Allen case outcomes, noting Claude and Sidna Allen’s sentences and the debate over who killed the attorney, with remarks from Attorney Byrd. It closes with a letter urging organized charity efforts through The Federated Charities of Winchester.

Floyd Claude Allen Edwards Allens Supreme Court of Appeals Lloyd Allen Sidna Allen Commonwealth Foster Claude Byrd Richmond Journal Friel Allen Sidna Edwards Airheart Anti-Tuberculosis League

Blizzard Halts Rail Traffic in Northern New York

A blizzard rages in northern New York with 17 inches of snow depth after 15 hours of falling snow. Railroad traffic is tied up across many localities and residents endure widespread suffering.

Rome N. Y New York

Bears Still Control Stock Market Lead in London Turmoil

Bears retain control as stock market losses widen in morning trading. The curb market remains heavy amid broad declines. Americans abroad, including in London, show renewed unsettled sentiment as prices fall.

New York London

Murder charge suspect Allen J. Jones dies in jail

Springfield Louisiana December reports Allen J. Jones accused of murder cut his throat and died at the feet of a visiting young woman. Local authorities confirm the incident occurred while in custody with an apparent self inflicted wounding.

Springfield Allen J. Jones Young Wens

Pinex Cough Syrup Promise in Household Ad

An advertisement touts Pinex and Ai Syrup as a universal ear cough remedy perfect for croup and throat issues. It claims three hours to relief, guarantees satisfaction, and offers money back. Presented by Pinex Co., Ft.

Aeitie Pa Norway United Canada Inex Co

Widow details skull display in murder defense

Mrs Annie Jackson on trial with Rev Charles N Emelius described detectives showing her the skull of her husband to coerce a confession. The defense narration unfolded in a Houston Maine courtroom on December 12 as part of the murder case against the couple.

Houston Annie Jackson Charles N. Emelius

Cascarets Best Bowel Cleansing Remedy

An ad extols Cascarets as a gentle nightly inside cleanse for stomach and liver health. It claims digestive relief from torpid bowels, urges use for men women and children, and pitches a 10 cent box promising months of well being.

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for Children's Croup Coughs

An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as the quickest relief for children with croupy coughs and wheezy colds. It promises instant relief and prompt healing.

Foley

Governor Mann Demurs on Blease Attack Comments

Gov ernor Mann did not comment on the attack by South Carolina Governor Cole L. Blease. He defended his stance at the Governors Conference on law and order and noted widespread U S press condemnation of mob rule. Only one paper reportedly praised Blease.

Mann Cole L. Blease South Carolina United States Richmond

Advertising Material Powers a Prosperous Store

A flourishing shop thrives on its advertising material highlighting service, price cuts, and exclusive stock. It implies limited advertising leads to poor performance, stressing the value of strong promotional tools.

Danderine Promise of Lush Hair Beauty

An advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine as a hair cleanser and conditioner. It claims the product lightens hair improves shine and fullness, removes dandruff and itching, and stimulates new hair growth after weeks of use. It urges readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from drug stores or toilet counters.

Knowlton

Rail timetable notes for Norfolk and Western line listings

timetable lines show Bristol Roanoke and intermediate stops for trains 18 1 27 with Pullman sleepers cafe cars and connecting services. Northbound services include Hagerstown Harrisburg Philadelphia and New York with junction connections to Washington and sleeper services to New York.

Bristol Pullman Roanoke Broiler Hagerstows Harrisburg Philadelphia New York Washington Hagerstown Pullman Sleeper B. Bevill W.c.saunderr Gen. Fass. Agt

Public Sale of John W. Cather Farm in Winchester Va

Public auction in front of the Court House Winchester Va on Saturday December 14 at 11 o'clock offers the John W. Cather farm on Hogue Creek near Gainesboro Post office totaling 239 12 acres. Home and outbuildings plus 60 acres hay meadow and 100 acres saw timber with sale restrictions and court approval. Cash terms 500 day of sale one third on confirmation and residue in two equal payments bearing interest and secured by deed of trust. Possession March 1 1913. Fannie Cather widow of John W. Cathar deceased

Court House Winchester John W. Cather Hogue Creek Gainesboro Fannie Cather John W. Cathar

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