Death of Major Samuel J. C. Moore at Berryville
Major Samuel J. C. Moore of Clarke County Virginia died at Berryville this morning. He was a respected Virginian and Confederate veteran who served as a lieutenant and later on Stonewall Jackson's staff. Moore fought bravely in the First Battle of Manassas and earned admiration from comrades and family.
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Samuel J. C. Moore
Berryville
Clarke County
Major Moore
Southiland
Virginia
South
Stonewall Jackson
Bee
Louisiana
Manassas
Jackson
Roosevelt urges jail for Pulitzer and Hearst
The piece reports a political blast urging President Roosevelt to jail Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. It cites Roosevelt through Elihu Root accusing Hearst papers of aiding McKinley’s assassination and calls for federal arrest and trial.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Joseph Pulitzer
Pulitzer
William R. Hearst
Department of Justice
Traulitizer
Elihu Root
Hearst
William McKinley
Root
Utica
McKinley
Visit of George Sheetz to Philadelphia Mother
Mr. George Sheetz of Philadelphia visits his mother Mrs. Kate L. Sheetz at her home on South Main Street.
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George Sheetz
Philadelphia
Kate L. Sheetz
South “Main ‘Street
Decorated China Offerings for Gifting at Low Prices
An assortment of hand painted and burnished china priced from 15c to 2.50 includes Egyptian style items at 2.50 orange bowls 1.59 cracker jars 75c plates and wall plaques 25 to 50c small saucers 15c pitchers 25 to 50c and a range of small winchester souvenirs such as jugs mugs tobacco jars children's vases slippers and tea pots.
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Winchester
Byers Sells Farm Near Stephenson Station for 10000
Real estate report notes Robert L. Pine buys Samuel Byers 300 acre Frederick County home farm near Stephenson station for 10000. The property is highly cultivated and one of the best in the area. Byers will vacate soon and plans to move to North Market street. He also announces sale of many heavy draft horses on February 24. Byers has contributed much to horse breeding and owns notable stock.
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Robert L. Pine
Samuel Byers
Frederick County
Stephenson Station
Byers
North Market Street
President Denies Rumor Of Thanksgiving Horse Ride Incident
The president denied claims he rebuked riders from Forest Glen Seminary during Thanksgiving, and that he struck one rider with a crop. Cad Cassidy, the school principal, and Capt Archibald Butt stated there was likely a mistake. Secretary Loeb dismissed the report as not worth denying.
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Forest Glen Seminary
J. A. Cassidy
Star
Archibald Butt
Loeb
Winchester Seeks Sewer Bonds to Endorse Modern System
In a discussion on sewerage, Mr. Carter touts the financial and civic benefits of installing a modern system in Winchester. He predicts higher revenue from water and sewerage charges, potential bond sales at par, and eventual rental reductions as connections rise among residents and businesses. He argues the town’s low tax rate and strong finances will ease bond issuance and notes public demand for sewerage.
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Carter
Winchester
Virginia
Christmas Tree For Little Folks At The Bungalow
Christmas was celebrated in a very enjoyable way at The Bungalow on the Northwestern turnpike today when Santa appeared with arms loaded with presents. Each child received a gift and cakes and candies were plentiful. The entertainment was arranged by Mrs. Shirley Carter and Mrs. Alexander Barrie with help from other city ladies.
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Santa
Shirley Carter
Alexander Barrie
Platform Expansion Narrowed Driveway At B&O Station
A section of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad passenger station platform was widened this morning by workmen. The west side driveway was narrowed to permit only a single team to pass, increasing space for travelers while reducing congestion at train time. Superintendent Spurrier ordered the improvements after recent accidents.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Spurrier
Hains brothers trial unfolds in New York case
The ongoing trial in New York centers on the Hains brothers and the women involved. A grieving mother and the widow of the victim witness the proceedings as the accused face potential life consequences. General Corbin comments that a single foolish woman can cause more trouble than many soldiers in an army post.
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New York
Hains
Corbin
Anen
Virginia Weather: Partly Cloudy With Possible Showers
Partly cloudy tonight in Virginia with possible showers in the extreme southeast portion. Sunday mainly fair with improving conditions and dry skies.
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Virginia
Mrs Chew Returns From Visit To Shenandoah Valley Academy
Mrs. R. P. Chew returned to Charles Town West Virginia this morning after a brief visit with her son in law and daughter Dr and Mrs B M Roszel at the Shenandoah Valley Academy.
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R. P. Chew
Charles Town
B. M. Roszel
Shenandoah Valley Academy
Highland Hunt Club Fox Chase Near Canterbury
The Highland Hunt Club started a red fox near Canterbury on Tuesday, running it to the Glen and Ridgeway farm where it was denied. Hunters enjoyed the chase. Mrs Elder Cornwell of London Dale has a fine girl weighing 8 1/2 pounds born Monday. Mrs Cornwell, formerly Susie Boxwell of Winchester, lived in Winchester years ago.
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Greenway News
Greenway
Highland Hunt Club
Canterbury
Glen
Ridgeway Farm
Elder Cornwell
London Dale
Cornwell
Susie Boxwell
Winchester
Charles Shenk
White Post
W. R. Richards
J. H. Funkhouser
Bryan Stuart
W. H. Rosenberry
Rosenberry
Charles Neil
W. F. Stuart
Ward Stuart
Paul Cobb
Charles Gardiner
Charles Price
Armel
William Carroll
Mabel Carroll
Boyce
White Oak
Bailey Posts $100 Bond to Return for Cloud Trial
Benjamin Bailey appeared before Judge T W Harrison and posted a $100 bond to ensure his presence at the next Circuit Court term in February. Bondsman H C Crisman. Bailey said the court summons was not personally served and he learned of it only after returning from West Virginia. Bailey’s previous absence delayed Andrew J Cloud's trial, causing about 70 witnesses to lose a day’s work and county costs over $100.
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Benjamin Bailey
Commonwealth
Andrew J. Cloud
North Shirley
T. W. Harrison
H. C. Crisman
Bailey
West Virginia
Cloud
Quarterly Meeting at St Pauls AME Church
Quarterly meeting will be held Sunday at St Pauls AME Church North Main Street by Rev George B Jimmerson P E Preaching at 11 30 pm and 730 pm Prayer meeting at 1030 am Sunday school at 20 pm sharp Christian Endeavor at 7 pm All are invited to attend
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St. Paul’s A. M. E
North Main Street
George B. Jimmerson
Christian Endeavor
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