Beale Denies Star Editorial Misquote on Winchester Conduct
Reverend J W Beale of Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church rebuts a Winchester Star editorial claiming he said more profanity and drunkenness in two days than four years in Baltimore. He asserts his remark referred to Christmas week and urges publication of his full reply for fairness.
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No Liquor in the Mail Routes Order Issued
Postmaster General Meyer issues an order banning transportation of intoxicating liquors by all mail carriers on star routes in several southern states and Virginia. The rule takes effect immediately in areas needing service changes. Some carriers may lose revenue as liquor deliveries end on these routes.
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Virginian Kills Another in Church
Taylor Yancey was shot and killed by Frank Young during a festival at Mount Olivet Church in Boynton Virginia. After a prior quarrel Young returned with a rifle and fired a fatal shot into Yancey’s head as the church crowd watched causing immediate death and panic.
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Wine and Dine State Legislators Dinner by Richmond Delegation
The General Assembly will attend an elaborate dinner at Murphy's hosted by the Richmond delegation on Thursday evening. The purpose is to help members acquaint themselves and welcome newcomers. Speaker Richard Evelyn Byrd of Winchester will address the attendees with a message from the House.
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Baltimore editor notes pension funds for Confederate veterans
The Baltimore News editor cites that Virginia annually appropriates $300,000 for Confederate veteran pensions, yet the funds have not been fully used in recent years. The piece suggests some southerners favor pensions from the Federal Government.
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Fire destroys Masonic Temple and Grove buildings in Hancock
A morning fire in Hancock Maryland destroyed the Masonic Temple and three Grove buildings owned by James K Polk Grove and containing A A Joffee's grocery and clothing shop and GC W Henderson hardware. Damages estimated 25000 to 30000 dollars, partially insured. The Joffee family escaped, one child barefoot, and several lodge records burned while others were saved.
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The Star Magazine Offer Adds Farm and Home Issues
The Star announces a new magazine display offer featuring Arm and Home as a premier farm and home publication. The issue highlights up to date farm articles and a strong home department, also promoting National Home Magazine and Paris Modes as well known titles. A year’s subscription to either magazine is available for $40 in advance or on arrears.
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Superintendent Snider Receives Bible and Silver Set
The Braddock Street M E B Church South Sunday school honored Superintendent William B. Snider with an Oxford leather teachers bible and a three piece silver set. James J. Lumley delivered the presentation address and Snider made a gracious response.
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Byrd and family return to University of Virginia after holidays
Richard K. Byrd Jr. Mekirs and Thomas B. Byrd returned today to the University of Virginia after spending the holidays at their home here.
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Shenandoah Valley Academy to award four S V 4 scholarships
The Shenandoah Valley Academy trustees plan four S V 4 scholarships for Winchester and Frederick County high school graduates. Two awards will go to the top graduates from Winchester and Frederick County high schools starting next September. The remaining two awards details are to be determined under the Robinson endowment with preference for local boys.
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Glaize Brother Suffer Arm Injury In Skating Mishap
Mr Frederick Glaize of the Glaize & brother firm was confined to his room after a skating rink fall last night. He and a female skater lost balance and fell. she was uninjured. This morning his arm was swollen and feared badly injured or broken, causing him great pain.
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Palace Theater to Reopen Friday Evening Show
The Palace Theater remains closed until Friday at 7 o'clock. It will reopen with a special program starting that evening.
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Philip Williams Returns to University of Virginia
Mr. Philip Williams has returned to the University of Virginia after a several week stay at his home here.
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B and C Railroad Men Are At Sea
Reports describe retrenchment across the Baltimore and Ohio system following General Manager Thomas Fitzgerald’s resignation. Winchester and Shenandoah Valley division workers hear of layoffs, especially clerks and yard staff, with freight handlers at Brunswick expected to face cuts. Train crews may continue dual service, but broader reductions appear likely as the policy expands.
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Crowell Recovering From Illness Says Staunton Leader
The Staunton Evening Leader reports G. Alva Crowell, once a popular Winchester boy, confined since Christmas day, was able to be out yesterday morning and is recovering his health, much to his friends’ relief.
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Phone Huntaberry Pair of Rubber Boots or Shoes
Fragmentary lines mention phones and footwear with unclear context. The readable bits reference rubber boots or shoes and a phone. No clear event, people, or organizations are identifiable.
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Dinges Re-Elected Leader Of County Supervisors
Frederick County board re elected W H Dinges as chairman at the annual meeting. James Shawnee and B N Lockhart elected to the board with Lockhart praised as a capable county official. Salaries for county officers including the Commonwealth Attorney, County Clerk Phil H Gold Sheriff C Purcell and the county physician were fixed. Further unfinished business from 1907 to be taken up on January 18.
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