Obituary: Benjamin M. Knight Of Winchester Dies
Benjamin M. Knight aged about 87 longtime Winchester resident died Saturday night at his East Water street home from old age infirmities and a fall. Born in Clarke county Virginia he mined in California in 1849 8 years then settled in Winchester with his wife Octavia Owen. He served in Confederate secret service during the Civil War and later supervised county buildings. He worshiped at Christ Episcopal Church and left seven sons two died in infancy.
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Death of William Orrick Found Dead after Heavy Drinking
William Orrick, son of the late Robert Orrick, was found dead in his room at South Braddock street after an alcohol induced episode. He was about 40, died from acute alcoholism per Dr. G L Miller, inquest not required. Burial planned in the colored cemetery.
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Shortest Days of the Year Almanac Note
The almanac marks December 22 as the shortest day with 9 hours 21 minutes of daylight between two days, noting negligible differences in seconds. Sunrise and sunset times are listed and days gradually lengthen toward June 20, when daylight reaches 12 hours 53 minutes.
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Buck Seeks Death in Room With Public Safety Item
A 24 year old man, Jack Buck of Winchester, attempted suicide by firing a pistol at his left breast using a public safety item. The bullet lodged near the heart but did not penetrate vital tissue. Buck survived with medical care and is recovering at a hospital. Courtsey of Shenandoah Valley Academy connections noted, with brother Courtney Buck reporting from Baltimore.
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Wanted Stenographer With Business Experience
Classified notice seeking a stenographer with business experience. Apply by mail to X Cafe Star office. Provide references and full information.
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A Pleased Customer The Mill Mention Giri at Palace
A pleased customer endorses The Mill as the best advertisement and suggests asking a neighbor about Giri at the Palace dp peak.
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Flesh Torn From Fingers In Machine Incident
Harry V. Snyder of Martinsburg West Virginia injured his left hand when his fingers were caught in a shredder while fodder was being shredded. He suffered flesh tearing injuries and remains in pain. Russell and Green announce great reductions in ladies coats and goats at their store. Katharine Wagner visits Washington for holidays. Miller’s Drug Store features Toromas furs.
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Resting place found after long delays in Riley funeral
The remains of L O Riley who died in Shannon Illinois were finally laid to rest in Brucetown Virginia after a series of miscommunications and delays. Funeral directors Funk and Jon of Winchester oversaw the interment following a years long confusion about burial location and transport.
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Winchester
The Star Carriers Recall Note of Delivery Duty
Remember The Star Carriers pledge to deliver papers as usual tomorrow after noon somewhat earlier. Readers are urged to show appreciation for a year's faithful service by remembering the carriers who brave all weather to deliver Stars to the houses of 95 percent of Winchester families.
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Winchester Citizens push buy of Kurtz property historic home
Prominent Winchester residents urge the Common Council to purchase the Kurtz estate corner lot at Cork and Braddock streets. The old Washington house, famed as George O Washington’s headquarters, is advertised for sale in three lots with a plan to preserve it as a colonial-era memorial. The move mirrors Richmond’s buying of Confederate monuments and seeks a timely city commitment to protect local heritage.
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