Belgium famine relief powers America to help
George Goetz of Charlestown Va has been named to the West Virginia Public Service Commission transportation committee. The piece highlights Belgian relief efforts led by American networks delivering millions in food to Brussels and Belgian refugees, with Britain limiting exports and Belgium’s need amounting to seven million people. Goetz’s appointment signals improved freight and passenger service for the Shenandoah Valley and Jefferson county.
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Anthon
Belgium
Commission For Relief
Holland
Great Britain
Molland
Germany
Austria-Hungary
France
America
Brussels
United States
George B. Goeta
A. D. Goets Company
Barneys and Saddlery
Jefferson County Board of Trade
Charlestown
AV. Va
Transportation Committee
West Virginia, Public Service Commission
Howard N. Ogden
Charleston
Goetz
Valley
Virginia
Jefferson County
Shenandoah Valley
Public Service Commis
Winchester Mayor Bans Firecrackers on Key Streets
Winchester Virginia, December 19 1914. Mayor J F Ward warns police chief A Doran to enforce a city ordinance prohibiting firecrackers on Market Main and Braddock streets from Cork to Piccadilly between noon December 24 and 10 pm December 25 to protect churchgoers shoppers. Giant crackers or high explosives remain banned citywide.
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Winchester
Market
Main
Braddock
Cork
Piccadilly
J. F. Ward
Taffy Pulling Party At North Market Boarding House
A taffy pulling party was held Saturday evening at the Jerry Clem boarding house on North Market Street. Boarders and invited guests enjoyed the evening and refreshments provided by Mrs. Clem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Clem
North Market Street
Clem
Contributions for Belgian Relief Fund
A ledger style entry lists contributions including 1 162 93 dollars acknowledged to Miss Inez Fries Branson School Clear fields and donors such as Mrs oJ DD Marker Opequon Mrs Harry Potts Mrs W Horner Meerweli and MEakin.
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Inez Fries
Branson School
Clear
Marker
Opequon
Harry Potts
Horner
Xmas Specials and Lost Item Notice
Xmas specials list oyster crackers 6c per pound ginger snaps 6c per pound mixed nuts 14c per pound fancy Florida oranges 20c per dozen. 3 VHS tapes. Xmas candy 26c. T M Barr. Lost silver bar pin set with sap hires reward 103 S Washington Street.
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T. M. Barr
Sap
S. Washington
Thaw under guard as he faces further legal action
Special guards were assigned today to watch Harry K Thaw to prevent another escape attempt. W T Jerome says proceedings will likely return the slayer to Maltteawan asylum. Thaw enjoys nominal liberty for 30 days under New Hampshire jurisdiction, with extended time probable as he fights the Supreme Court ruling.
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Manchester
N. H
Harry K. Titaw
W. T. Jerome
Maltteawan Asylum
Thaw
New Hampshire
Supreme Court
Gift-giving cautions from a bygone era
A murky rail of older admonitions warns against inappropriate presents at Christmas. The list targets enemies of drink, unsuitable trinkets, and mismatched tastes, advising readers to avoid giving fine items to certain people, from rum foes to thick-necked readers.
Grace Lutheran Church Christmas Program
The Grace Lutheran Sunday school presents a 7 o clock Christmas program this Thursday evening featuring processional and choruses such as Bethlehem of Judah Silent Night and While Shepherds Watched along with an anthem Softly Now the Light of Day and The Everlasting Light Address by The Pastor. A scripture lesson distribution of gifts doxology and benediction conclude the program.
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Grace Lutheran Church
Bethlehem of
Judah
Jesus Christ
Anniversary of Their Marriage of Mr and Mrs Spurr
Mr Andrew Lewis Spurr and Mrs Spurr quietly celebrated the fiftieth wedding anniversary at their home on South Kent street. No reception was held but they received many congratulations. Mrs Spurr formerly Miss Mary Shull sister of Mr Strother Shull of this city.
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Andrew Lewis Spurr
Lving
Stonewall Brigade
Public safety incident planned at George Eagle’s Slaughterhouse
A public safety incident is scheduled to be held at George Eagle’s Slaughterhouse lot on December 25. Details are incomplete and the event location is identified but the purpose remains unclear.
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George Eagle
A -m
AL Enne
France Vows Victory War Policy In Senate席
Paris reports Viviani declares French government will prosecute the war to absolute victory and Europe liberated. Greece and Roumania suspected to join, Bulgaria pledges hands off Turkey. Russians push west of Warsaw, anti war protests spread in Austria Hungary.
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Paris
Europe
Viviani
French
Senate
Chamber of Deputies
Germany
Greece
Roumana
Warsaw
Baura River
Big Porkers Hog Weight Shocks Local Readers
Mrs. Virginia Haycock of Clear Brook butchered four hogs weighing 1 331 pounds total. The notice mentions local businesses Vee Gee Russell and Greer's ad and hints at a shop sign or slogan.
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Virginia Haycock
Clearbrook
Prohibition Fight Heats Up in House Debate
Washington December 22. The House prepares for a major clash over a constitutional amendment to ban manufacture export and sale of intoxicating liquors. Leaders on both sides allocate one hour for debate with Majorities and minorities jockeying for votes. A two thirds majority is required and it is uncertain if Hobson can marshal enough support before nightfall.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Underwood
Mann
Dupre
Judiciary
Henry
Rules Committee
Hobson
Funeral for Mrs. Rebecca Striker Hamilton
The funeral of Mrs. Rebecca Striker Hamilton wife of Superintendent James Hamilton of Mount Hebron Cemetery was held yesterday afternoon at the cemetery lodge after a long illness. Relatives came from Staunton Virginia for the service conducted in the cemetery chapel by Rev W C Talbert in place of Rev T K Cromer. Floral tributes filled the grave and pallbearers included John H Seal Sr George H Eagle Edward Conner John H Seal Jr Henry Seal and Fred Striker.
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Rebecca Striker Hamilton
James Hamilton
Mount Hebron
Cemetery Lodge
Staunton
W. C. Talbert
Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church
South
T. K. Cromer
Centenary Reformed Church
Hamilton
John .H. Seal
George H. Eagle
Edward Conner
John H. Seal
Henry Seal
Fred Striker
Coal Oil Makes Little One Ill
John Elmer Hershberger Jr the toddler son of Mr and Mrs J Eimer Hershberger of South Washington street swallowed kerosene from an oil can in his home yesterday. He fell deathly ill but quickly recovered after a stomach pump and medical help.
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John Elmer Hershberger, Jr
J. Eimer Hershberger
South Washington Street
Ward
Potts Relief Fund Credit Corrected to $1.50
The Star notes an error in crediting Mrs. Harry Potts for a fifty cent donation to the Belgian Relief Fund. The amount should be $1.50, and Mrs Potts today receives the additional $1.00 credit. Mrs Witham Spurr and her granddaughter arrived this afternoon from Washington.
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The
Star
Harry Potts
Witham Spurr
Washington End
Will
Tribute Paid To Miss O Leary By A Friend
A friend writes a tribute to Miss Tittie O Leary noting her long life of service and kindness. It recalls her dedication to family and faith while praising her patience and humor despite years of illness. The piece honors her eighty five years of life and impact.
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Miss O'Leary
Tittie O'Leary
Mira O'Leary
Fire damages Harrisburg Masonic Temple in kitchen blaze
A sixth floor kitchen fire in Harrisburg damaged the Ma sonic Temple causing about 1000 dollars in losses. The blue lodge room burned out and the red room was damaged, with about 76 Knights Templar uniforms destroyed. A previous November 21 blaze did four thousand dollars in damage to the building’s lower section.
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Masonic Temple
Harrisburg
Knights Templar
Two Negro Boys To Be Reformed At Han over Va Reformatory
Two colored youths Lewis Mennifield and William McKinley Robinson will be taken to the Negro Reformatory at Hanover Virginia by Deputy Sheriff Lewis following commitment papers. Mennifield was recently found guilty in police court of stealing $3 from his stepfather William DeNeal and is described as mischievous. Robinson from Ivy Depot Albemarle county has prior reform school experience and recently arrived in Winchester. he is noted for his large head and overblown self-importance.
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Lewis Mennifield
Wiliam McKinley Robinson
Negro Reformatory
Hanover
Lewis
Mennifield
William DeNeawl
Robinson
Ivy Depot
Albemarle County
Reform School
Winchester
Christmas Services at Centenary Reformed Church
Christmas morning at 6 30 a song and praise service will be held at Centenary Reformed Church. A 6 o clock evening service titled The Night of the Star will be rendered by the Sunday school. Public invitation issued for both services. Bernard O Leary of Harringtonburg Va arrived here.
Few Virginians Know State Game Laws and Migratory Bird Rules
A Virginia article warns most residents lack knowledge of state game laws affected by the national migratory bird act. It describes hunting seasons, bag limits, licensing, and restrictions, urging public interest and association membership for a full copy. The Virginia Game and Fish Protective Association in Richmond invites readers to request the full text and report abuses.
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Richmond
Virginia
Blue Bridge
Boy Porter Breaks Ankle At Fairfax Club
Robert Scott, a young colored porter at the Fairfax Club, fell and broke his ankle on Sunday night after a shipment on Fey Street. He was taken to the hospital where the fracture was set by Dr. Becl Stuart, known to friends as Fassy, and remains confined there.
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Robert Scott
Pairfax
Fey Street
Becl Stuart
Fresh mackerel at Vicar's stores in Sable Building
A brief notice announces fresh mackerel available at Vicar's shop located in the Sable Building. The item highlights a local market offering for patrons seeking seafood.
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Vicar's
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Tennyson
Greece and
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Constantine
London
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Austria
Hungary
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Ecountry
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Vienna
Prague
Budapest
Innesbruck
Gee, Russell
Greer
Jas. Hamilton
Red Cross
Chhristmas Services
Bernard O'Leary
Harrigonburg
Todd
State Protective Association
Lawa
William ‘Dodd
Blue Ridge
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