Mass Meeting Outlines Push for Better Winchester Mail Service
Citizens and business leaders formed a Board of Trade after a mass meeting at The Star office to press for improved mail delivery. A committee will visit Washington to urge the Postmaster General to remedy delays caused by the westbound B&O train failing to meet connections at Martinsburg, affecting Winchester mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Office
Winchester
Board of Trade
Lee R ‘Kim
Unsion Bank
H. Hansbrough
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
L N. Barton
Farmers and Merchants’National Bank
George R Blake
John M. McKay
J. Frank Eddy
C. Vernon Eddy
German Smith
Baltimore and Ohio
Martinsburg
Cumberland Valley
United States
Washington
BR. E. Byrd
W. ©. Gratchen
Lee’. Grim
H. Hanbrough
Geo. of. Kinzel
W. H. Raeman
James Hayboa Aon Homes
Conrad and
Will
Death of Albert Dehaven Returns Home
Special dispatch reports Albert Dehaven a 23 year old man from Back Creek county dying from spinal meningitis after a train trip from Davis West Virginia to Winchester. He died Sunday morning at his uncle James Dehaven home in Bunker Hill after illnes prompted by the March. Funeral held at Gainesboro Methodist Church South with Rev N N Hall presiding. His sister-in-law is Mrs C F Moss and his infant nephew was interred the same day at Cedar Grove MFE Church graveyard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evening Star
Czpar Grovs
Albert Dehaven
Back Creek
Davis
W.vs
Cumberland Valley
Martineburg
Winchester
Bunker Hill
James Dehaven
Methodist Episcopal Church
Gainesboro
N.N. Hall
Dehaven
C. F. Moss
C.F. Moss
MFE
Cedar Grove
Fuqua removed as Clarke County Poorhouse head
A reader protests Clarke county Board of Supervisors action at its last meeting removing Peter Fuqua, a Gettysburg veteran who served in Pickett's Division, from charge of the county Poorhouse. The letter urges recognition of his service and condemns the decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke Courier
Board of Supervisors of
Clarke County
Peter Fuqua
Peter
Gettysburg
Virginia
Pickett
Armistead
Board of Supervisors
Weather Forces Ashby Camp Meeting Postponement
For the second time in its history the Ashby Camp could not hold a meeting as Confederate veterans were fewer than seven needed. The weather was a factor. Mr German Smith left for Richmond on business and may join a large industry deal later.
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Ashby
German Smith
Richmond
Virginia
Mutual Farmers Club in Session Discusses Fodder and Turkeys
The Mutual Farmers' Club met at H. B. Lupton's home on Saturday January 30. Members debated fodder storage, shredding, and winter feed, and heard J. W. Branson discuss turkey raising with practical tips for hens gobbler selection and feeding.
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Mutual Farmers’ Club
H.8
Lupton
Daniel T. Wood
J. W. Branson
E. L. Irish
Sudden Death of Infant Mysterious
Special dispatch from Ewens Virginia reports the three month old daughter of Mr and Mrs Luther Fletcher died suddenly Friday morning. The infant woke well then was found dead in its bed with the cause unknown. Interment occurred Saturday at Ebenezer burying ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evening Star
Ewens
Luther Fletcher
Ebenezer Burying Ground
Concert Co. set for tomorrow night at street car fare
Woodstock resident Milley and Hotel Evans are noted in a brief notice about a musical concert by Bas-service for John Thomas Concert Co. tomorrow night, advertised with regular street car fare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John. Thomas Concert Co
Milley
Woodstock
Wee
Evans
Divorce case Russell v Russell heard in circuit court
The circuit court before Judge T W Harrison heard the divorce suit Russell v Russell and a related suit Mathias App versus Albert App’s legatees. Attorneys Kern Whitacre and Ward Steck Lynch Atkinson represented parties. Justice Harrison continued proceedings on a point of law and procedure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell v
Bennett Russell
Harry R. Kern
James P. Whitacre
Albert App
Mathias App
Pennsylvania
Harrison
R. M., Ward
J. M. Steck
M. M. Lynch
W. M. Atkinson
Dinner at Rose Hill Farm Delights County Friends
Mr. M. H. Reardon hosted a Thursday dinner at Rose Hill in his home. Guests from the county arrived after eleven, enjoyed games and farm discussions on roads, then gathered to a long Turkey and ham feast around the dining table. Attendees included James P. Reardon Winchester Thomas Reardon Captain Meade Judge Daling David Meade William Kennerly C. L. Funkhouser Grimes Meade Thomas Chamblin Arthur Chrisman William Richard Joseph Miller and George Meade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Reardon
Rose Hill
Messrs
James P. Reardon
Winchester
Thomas Reardon
Captain Meade
Judge Daling
David Meade
William Kennerly
C. 14
Funkhouser
Grimes Meade
Thomas Chamblin
Arthur Chrisman
William Richard
Joseph Miller
George Meade
Miss Stella Richardson Weds Shade Moore in Bedford
The Bedford City Virginia ceremony united Miss Stella Richardson and Mr Shade Moore of Berryville Clarke county. Rev Edward Richardson of Richmond officiated. Guests enjoyed luncheon then the couple toured Washington and Baltimore before settling at their home nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. V. Richardson
Bedford City
Stella
Shade Moore
Berryville
Clarke County
Edward Richardson
Richmond
Tux Star Offers Dry Wood on Immediate Delivery
A notice notes Tux Star will supply good dry wood on subscription if delivered at once. The item mentions Chas. Alexander, colored, visiting his father Rev. Otis Alexander, with a reference to So Amastre Pab.
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Tux Star
Chas. Alexander
Rev
Otis Alexander
BRS Sciripes the
Breach of Promise Ends in Midnight Berryville Wedding
Miss Lanhan swore out a breach of promise charge against Champ Feltner in Summit Point W V. He was arrested near the state line by Constable Grubbs and brought to Berryville where a marriage license was issued at midnight. The ceremony, performed by Rev. Julian Broaddus in the courthouse with court officers present, joined Miss Grace Lanhan and Champ Feltner, and the legal case will be dropped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Tar Evaentaa Sr
Berryville
Grace Lawhan
Champ Feltner
Lanhan
Withers
Summit Point
W. Va
Feltner
Conateble Grubbs
Jefffron
Clevenger
Jefferson County
Grubbs
Mies Lanhan
Julian Broaddus
Baptist Church
Hip Fracture From Ice Fall Beloved City Woman
Miss Kate Dinkle, a well known city resident, slipped on ice on West Cork Street near the Atwell building. She fractured her left hip in the fall, was aided by bystanders, taken home, and treated by Drs. Bell and Love. She is resting but the injury may have serious consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies
Kate Dinkle
Cork
Atwell
Mies Dinie
Main Street
Miss Dinkle
M. Chiles
W. A. Bell
W. 8. Love
Shenandoah Valley National Bank Promises Safety and Growth
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank promotes prudent money handling with its assets said to be double those of rivals in the state region. It highlights safe deposits and interest earnings, stressing reliability and security for customers.
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Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Odd Fellows Plan Night Walk to Elks Bazar
Madison Lodge of Odd Fellows will attend the Elks bazar marching together at 8 o'clock tomorrow night. All members are urged to be on hand promptly for the event and display of fraternal feeling.
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Madison Lodge of Odd Fellows
John Thomas Concert Co. Promises Star Course Bid
The John Thomas Concert Co. of Boston hopes to deliver a top season highlight with star performer Dobhn Thomas hailed as one of the age's greatest haments. Mr. William B. Walters of Martinsburg visited the city on business. New subscriber prizes offered at no cost beyond effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Thomas Concert Co
Boston
Dobhn Thomas
William B. Walters
Martinsburg
Groundhog Sees Shadow Sparks Talk of Six Weeks of Winter
The groundhog observed his shadow on Candlemas Day amid clear skies signaling more cold weather. The old superstition predicts six weeks of bad weather, though some optimism remains for spring after a harsh northern Virginia winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Yale
Editors Correct Arrest Facts At Auditorium
A communication from J W Hiniano Epw and L McIntosx defends the January 23 disorderly conduct arrest in the crowded Auditorium. They say officers used no clubs and only pushed the man out after he refused polite requests and cursed an officer. The trio cites duty to protect the crowd after news of a Chicago disaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. W. Hiniyano
Epw
L. McIntosx
Guy Brothers Minstrels at the Auditorium February 3
The Guy Brothers Minstrels, with over thirty years in the business, perform at the Auditorium on Wednesday night February 3. The act promises moral, refined and wholesome entertainment and is billed as first class by showgoers. Also advertised is a limestone farm for sale by special commissioners R. E. Byrd and M. M. Lynch on Friday February 12, 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Bro. Minstrels
Guy Bros
R. E. Byrd
M. M Lynch
A Curious Ad Encourages Attention in Readers
A fragment suggests an advertisement that arouses curiosity and is ultimately considered a good ad. The text hints at marketing impact without details on product, date, or outlet.
Tragedy as Child Dies in West Virginia House Fire
A two year old child perished in a blaze at the Hovermale residence near Unger's Store West Virginia. The parents were away and had locked the children inside. Firefighters forced entry as flames engulfed the dwelling. A four year old survived. The loss was extensive.
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Thos, Hovermale
Unger
W. Va
Hovermale
South End Hose Company Holds Busy Meeting
South End Hose Company presided by John Massie elected ex Captain R W Haymaker treasurer replacing A J Sager who resigned due to frequent travel. They decided to sell uniforms to fund new ones and form a committee to seek city council funds to enlarge the hose house. The group has an option on a rear lot to expand the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South End Hose Company
John Massie
R. W. Haymaker
A. J. Sager
Victor Cushwa Seeks License for Williamsport Marriage
Victor Cushwa a Williamsport Maryland resident obtained a marriage license yesterday in Baltimore from James A. Henry for a union with Catherine E. Moore of Hagerstown. Cushwa is listed as 71, Moore as 45 and Cushwa is described as a widower.
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Victor Cushwa
Williamsport
Maryland
James A. Henry
Court of Common Pleas
Baltimore
Catherine E. Moore
Hagerstown
Cushaw
City Council Meets Tonight in February Session
The regular monthly city council meeting for February will be held tonight in the City Hall council chamber, beginning at eight o'clock. The agenda includes ongoing business and several items to be addressed.
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Wana
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Postmaster General
Death
Bace
Hugh S. Lupton
Russell
Miss Richardson
Bedford
Court House
Odd Fellows
Elks Bazar
MR. Groundhog
Epitor
Guy Brothers Minstrels
South End
City Council
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