Ward Faces Trial Over Attorney Fees in Winchester Case
Judge Nicol’s opinion, received yesterday, overrules the demurrer in the Ward versus City of Winchester and Handley Trustees suit seeking $12 500 in attorney’s fees. The ruling indicates the bill of complaint is defective for lack of an averment that Ward moved to have the City Council authorize payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Ward
Cty
Winchester
Handley Trustees
Thomas W. Harrison
Circuit Court
C. E. Nicol
Manasas
Nicol
Harrison
Jegel
Express
Expressman
Circuit
Robert M. Ward
City of
Board of Handley Trustees
Ward
Pennsylvania
John Handley
Charles J. Faulkner
Martinsburg
W. Va
Marshall McCormick
Conrad Kownslar
Berryville
Hulmes Conrad
John M. Steck
Handley Board
R. E Byrd
A. Moore, Jr
Montague
RE. Byrd
Holmes Conrad
Bells of Christmastide Enjoyed Across Bethlehem Scene
A lyrical Christmas piece paints Arme Virginia and shepherds hearing heavenly bells proclaiming Christ is born in Bethlehem. The angelic message comforts shepherds, while a beacon star lights the stable where Mary and the newborn Jesus rest. The chorus rings, praising God and envisioning praise forever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Christ
Elocution and Musical Recital by Misses Vallar at The Auditorium
Misses Natalie and Evangeline Vallar present an Elocution and Musical Recital at The Auditorium on Friday January 2. The program features the Junior Orchestra, Miserere, Witch's Dance, Raft Nearer My God to Thee, Romanian Folk Song, and vocal solos with readings. Tickets available at Hable’s clothing store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Natalie
Evangeline Vallar
Miss Vallar
Pagani
Jack
Snow
SRS Este
Nevin
G.bheetz
Illness Worsens as Mrs Henry Suffers Severe Consumption
Mrs Sydnor Henry lies in a very critical condition at her home on South Market Street with consumption. Her illness has progressed rapidly in the last two weeks after months of sickness, and recovery seems unlikely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydnor Henry
South Market Street
Mrs. Henry
Jow
Cake Walk by Colored Artists at Taylor Hotel Social
A Holiday cake walk hosted by Misses Mary and Anne Johnson drew society guests to the Taylor Hotel court. Colored artists and waiters performed to a colored orchestra with ragtime tunes, six couples lead a lively opening, prize cake won early, and the evening closed with a grand march at 10 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor Hotel
Mary B
Anne Johnson
Major
E. C. Johnson
Aged Resident Laid To Rest
The funeral of Maurice Lynch who died on Christmas morning was held at 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he was the oldest member. Rev. Father W A McKeefry conducted the service and he was buried in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Pallbearers were Michel Lillis Thomas Keating P H Reardon David Mellinger B F Strosnider and John Doran.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Lynch
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
W. A. McKeefry
Sacred Heart Cemetery
Michel Lillis
Thomas Keating
P. H. Reardon
David Mellinger
B. F. Strosnider
John Doran
Officers Elected By Knights of Pythias Win Ch No 65
The Winchester Lodge No. 65 Knights of Pythias elected officers including Harry Hardy as chancellor commander James O Ritter as vice chancellor C P K Lewis as prelate Harry Hilborn keeper of records and seal H B Striker master of work John Bright master of arms Henry Schneider master of finance L B Boyer master of exchequer W R Hillyard inner guard Jno H Lanis outer guard W T Hottel deputy grand chancellor Henry Schneider representative Lewis Pearson alternate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Harry Hardy
James O. Ritter
C. P. K. Lewis
Harry Hilborn
H. B. Striker
John Bright
Henry Schneider
L. B. Boyer
W. R Hillyard
Jno
Seattle man Henry M. Brooke dies at Johns Hopkins
Henry M. Brooke of Seattle Washington died on Christmas day at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore He was the son of the late Rev R D Brooke and grandson of the late Rev George A Smith of Alexandria Va He was related to Rev Dr Frank J Brooke who recently preached in Winebeater
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry M. Brooke
Seattle
Washington
R. D. Brooke
George A. Smith
Alexandria
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore
Brooke
Frank J. Brooke
Winebeater
Christmas Drunks Brought Before Justice Bragonier
In a quiet Christmas day, the Police Court faced its lightest docket in years. Charles Lambden known as the Count received 30 days on the street after a Main street arrest. William Beatley was found asleep in Savage’s Alley twice, and was ordered to serve a 30 day municipal term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bragonier
Charles Lambden
Lambden
Main Street
Neville
William Beatley
Beatley
Savage’s Alley
Bentley
William
Knights Templar Fleet Officers Elected in Winchester Commandery
Knights Templar Fleet Officers No. 12 of Winchester Commandery elected A M Baker as eminent commander J Cmith as generalissimo H R Harmer as captain-general C Vernon Eddy senior warden B M Smith junior warden John P Hyde prelate George R Blake treasurer J E Correll recorder G B Bushnell standard bearer W E Cooper sword bearer H M Baker warden J W Henshall sentinel Jos W Leafe John H Spyder W M Atkinson guards J A Ide organist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Knights Templar
A. M. Baker
J. Cmith
H. R. Harmer
C. Vernon Eddy
B. M. Smith
John P. Hyde
George R. Blake
J. E. Correll
G. B. Bushnell
W. E. Cooper
Bridal couple arrive in Winchester after Christmas wedding
Mr and Mrs Christopher Grubbs arrived in Winchester last evening from Strasburg where they wed on Christmas Day. They will reside in Winchester. Senator L L Lupton led a Virginia Horticultural Society talk on packing fruit and apple pear and peach styles with a practical demonstration and Q A. Joseph Wright has been spending a few days in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christopher Grubbs
Winchester
Strasburg
8. L. Lupton
Lynchburg
Virginia Horticultural Society
Virginia
Joseph Wright
Philadelphia
Fire Averted After Lamp Drops on Mrs Sheetz Home
A shattered lamp spilled oil and started a blaze at Mrs. Kate Sheetz on South Main Street last evening. George F. Sheetz knocked the lamp away, spreading flames to a Japanese dragger and matting, but quick actions and smothering efforts saved the residence. Losses amount to about 25 dollars for the dragger carpet and pillows. no injuries were reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Sheetz
South Main Street
Mr. Bantz Wins His Own Case
G. Ernest Bantz of Frederick City Maryland a brother of T Marion and Julius Bantz was indicted for maintaining a public nuisance and discharged by Judge McSherry in Frederick Court He defended his case personally and the indictment was quashed The tan yard in the city limits had been unused and faced a nuisance challenge drawing local interest
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Ernest Bantz
Frederick City
Messrs. T. Marion
Julius Bantz
Court of
Frederick
McSherry
Bantz
University of Virginia criticized for nonfinancial value
Critics in the Saunton News denounce the University of Virginia for not making money. They argue distinction is needed between material success and developing men and scholars for the state, calling income and numbers a shallow standard compared to higher aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Virginia
Saunton News
Mr Striker Sustains Fall Injuring Local Merchant
Early morning fall at East Clifford street home of Vance W. Striker senior partner of Striker & Conner left him severely bruised and with a back injury from striking the kitchen range. A physician was summoned as the accident occurred before daybreak as he prepared to open the meat market on South Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vance W. Striker
South Main Street
Striker & Conner
Striker
East Clifford Street
Under Two Flags Reproduced Strongly By Local Company
The R. J. Elwood Company’s production Under Two Flags drew a large audience at The Auditorium and was praised for thrilling climaxes and sentiment. Miss Mabel Wilson as Adelina and Miss June Mora as Cigarette received notable enactments with Miss Wilson’s The Holy City highlighted as a feature. Tonight they present the drama Jessy James for the first time in Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Elwood Company
Dgelina
Mabel Wilson
Cigarette
June Mora
Holy City
Byrd Dinner Tonight At West Amherst Home
Mr. Harry Flood Byrd eldest son of Mr and Mrs Richard E Byrd invites about a dozen young friends to a dinner party at his home on West Amherst Street tonight at 8 o clock. Table decorations will be pink and white flowers and Mrs R E Byrd will assist. The entertainment promises to be one of the most elaborate Christmas holidays among the younger set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Flood Byrd
Richard E. Byrd
West Amherst Street
R. E. Byrd
Collision damages freight and passenger trains at Harrisonburg
A B and O freight train No 44 arriving from Lexington on Christmas night collided with passenger train No 17 in Harrisonburg yards due to an open switch. The engine sustained considerable damage. The passenger train had been prepared to depart south in the morning. Repairs took one to two hours of hard labor to restore operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisonburg
Lexington
Rev. J. D. Donovan to Preach at City Church
Rev. J. D. Donovan of Martinsburg will preach at the United Brethren Church tomorrow at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. The sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be administered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Donovan
Martinsburg
United Brethren Church
Graphic Letters From the Philippines Chronicle a 13 year old’s letters
The piece features letters from Dick Byrd, a 13 year old American youth in the Philippines, staying with Judge A C Carson in Sorsogon. He describes long mail delays, writing plans, firecrackers fun with local boys, and a governor who buys them. He notes Kit’s court appearance and late nights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick”’ Byrd
R. E. Byrd
Pacific Ocean
Philippine Islands
A. C. Carson
Front Royal
Sorsogon
P.I
Drar Morugr
My Dear Morurr Letter From Sorsogon Province
A letter from Sorsogon dated November 9, 1922 describes daily life in town. The writer notes a milk-giving commonwealth attorney, low cholera risk, and crowds roaming at night with candles to ward off illness, expressing affection for family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth Attorney
Papa
November 1902 Letter From Sorsocoy to Moruzi
P I Sorsocoy writes from Sorsocoy on November 17 1902 describing a governor sponsored ball at the close of the semi annual term of court. He notes a boat leaves for the States that evening and mentions the cool sea breeze and Filipino band music. He admits late night room arrival after the ball and describes learning Filipino dances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sorsocoy
P. I
Moruzi
Filippino
Also Mentioned on This Page
MR. Ward
Winchester and
C. B. Nicol
Plaintiff
Arme
Bethlehem
Misses Johnson
Taylor House
Wm. Bentley
Chas. Lambden
Senator Lupton
Mr. Bantz
Oyethre
Bhane
MR. Striker
Steve
Harry Byrd
Graphic Letters From
Philippines
Richard E. Byrd, Jr
Manila
America
Kit
Sorsogon, P
Morurr
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