The League of Leaders At the Colored Church
A Leaders' meeting at a colored church discusses a wood theft from the church, with Brother Ephraim Small describing a cunning thief and Uncle Reasoner interpreting the devil's influence. The leaders resolve to unite in prayer, declaring the King of light stronger than darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colored Church
Ephraim Small
Reasoner Robinson
Uncle Reasoner
Bradder Ephraim Small
Brudder Ephraim Small
Brudders
Ness
Brudder
Brother Ephraim Small
Council Passes Railway Contract in Cumberland Valley Link
City Council approved revised ordinance granting Cumberland Valley and Martinsburg Railroad permission to connect with Baltimore and Ohio. Expected to commence in spring if signed by President E Holmes Boyd and Cumberland Valley’s Kennedy. Earlier objection over safety gates at Main and Market streets is removed but gate rights remain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.T. Barton
Cumberland Valley and
Martinsburg Railroad Company
Baltimore and Ohio
E. Holmes Boyd
Kennedy
Cumberland Valley Railroad
Market
Opposition To Mr Getzandaner Faces Reappointment Fight
Postmaster Getzandanner of Charles Town faces opposition to reappointment amid criticism for permitting a crowd of colored people to hire the hall above the post office during memorial services for President McKinley. Harry Hopkins and others may benefit. other candidates include William E. Kerwin H E Mundy and Alexander Clohan. John N. Davis named postmaster at Woodstock Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Getzandanner
Charlestown
McKinley
Harry Hopkins
William E. Kerwin
Harpers Ferry
H. E. Mundy
Shepherdstown
Alexander Clohan
Martinsburg
John N. Davis
Woodstock, Va
Pretty Marriage Tomorrow Evening
The marriage of Miss Anne Cover and Mr. Harry R Kern will take place at 6 0 clock tomorrow evening at the bride's parents residence on Fairmont avenue Rev H M White will officiate Edward E Stone will be best man and Virginia Cover sister of the bride will be bridesmaid Mrs H D Fuller will play the wedding march and a four voice chorus will sing the bridal chorus The couple will depart on the east bound Baltimore and Ohio passenger train for a bridal tour of eastern cities
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne Cover
Thomas Cover
Harry R. Kern
Fairmont Avenue
H. M. White
Kernstown
Edward E. Stone
Virginia Cover
H. D. Fuller
Mr Byrd to Speak on Constitutional Convention in Winchester
Winchester resident Mr R E Byrd, noted as a scholarly Northern Virginia figure, will give an address at the old Court House Hall in Winchester on January 18 1902. The talk will focus on the work and voting questions surrounding the Constitutional Convention and aims to both entertain and instruct the audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Byrd
Winchester
Courier
Byrd
Virginia
Old Court House Hall
Berryville
May Visit Florida Contemplated by Judge William M. Atkinson
Judge William M. Atkinson contemplates a May trip to Florida in the near term. No dates or destinations beyond a potential visit are stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
William M. Atkinson
Florda
Heads of Tables Chosen at Friendship Fire Company
About fifty ladies met in the Friendship Fire Company parlor to organize the upcoming bazaar and oyster supper set for February 11 at the hall. The fire company faces debt and seeks financial aid while collectors begin canvassing town tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendship Fire Company
Mesdames Rose Haymaker
Hugh Grim
Mahlon Jackson
Ida Grim
Sally Carper
Aaron Boxwell
Emma Anderson
Bettie Haines
Annie Trenary
The Horse Case Is Compromised
The case of Mr. Holmes Stine and Dr. J M Weicht over horse ownership is compromised. Dr Weicht gains possession of the horse, pays Mr Stine $50, and Stine covers the suit costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes Stine
J. M. Weicht
Dr. Weicht
Stine
Veterans Admitted Bill Sparks National Comment
The proposal by Representative Rixey of Virginia to admit Confederate disabled veterans to Federal soldiers homes has attracted national comment. Many Congressmen urge passage, arguing Confederate private soldiers fought to defend their homes rather than disrupt the Union.
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Rixey
Virginia
Fire robs Martinsburg home and burns it to ash
Police probe a Martinsburg West Virginia burglary and arson case after the fire gutted Dr Page D Barlow residence on Maple Avenue near Burke Street. The $200 missing cash and forced bureau lock are noted, with insurance covering $2000 loss and the Handley property damaged. A prior coal oil stove explosion caused $200 damage at Samuel Thompson’s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
Star Bulletin Board
Page D. Barlow
Maple Avenue
Burke Street
Bessie Houseworth
E. J. Handley
Baltimore
Barlow
Samuel Thompson
Army Posts Pick Likely Mt Gretna Threatens Winchester
The Army Board is expected to choose Mt Gretna Pennsylvania as one of four sites for a new army post, making it unlikely that Winchester will receive a post. The decision would see Winchester left out if Mt Gretna is selected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army Board
Mt. Gretna, Pa
Winchester
Old Directors Re-elected At Shenandoah Valley National Bank
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank held its annual stockholders meeting yesterday and re-elected all existing directors. Officers named include President H. Hansbrough, Vice-President H. Slagle, and directors T. M. Bantz W. H. Baker and Dr. W. S. Love. About 600 shares were represented. ten votes differed. Tellers were E. J. Evans C. S. Baker and J. G. Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Messrs
E. J. Evans
C. 8. Baker
J. G. Miller
Not In Mourning New Trick Among Youths
A note explains that blackstanding collars on youths are a fashion trick not signs of mourning. It says dyed collars mislead and that the youths claim they are better to work in.
Bine Veterans to Meet Saturday Morning
Adjutant J F Bean of Bloom Mulligan Post G A R calls attention to a meeting for veterans Saturday January 25 at ten o'clock. It will be held at Commandant E M Houston's residence on East Clifford Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Bean
Bloom
Mulligan Post
Commandent E
Sign Painted on House on North Market Street
A large conspicuous sign has been painted on the northern side of the house on North Market Street occupied by D. F. Wingerter & Sou.
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North Market Street
D. F. Wingerter & Sou
Free perfume card giveaway at Geo. E. Busunet & Co.
On January 16 every caller to the store receives a card entitling them to a chance in a bottle of fine perfume. The offer applies to all callers regardless of purchase.
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Geo. E. Busunet & Co
Will Move to This City for Family Relocation
Mr. George Simpson of J. B. Solenberger & Co. plans to move his mother and family to this city this week after his father died recently in Winchester at G. W. Snider’s residence. Subscribe now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Simpson
J. 8. Solenberger & Co
Capon Springs
Mr. Simpson
Winchester
G. W. Snider
Martinsburg Woman Indicted in Chicken Theft Ring
Lelia A J Payne of Martinsburg faces two indictments for receiving stolen poultry linked to a Berkeley County chicken thieves gang. She pleaded not guilty, was released on bail, and the case was continued to January 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
Lelia A. J. Payne
Payne
Frederick County
Winchester
Berkeley County
Miss Payne
Narrow escape for Berryville lawyer on icy station
Mr. Charles Broun, a Berryville Bar member, barely avoided a serious accident on the N and W Railroad platform last week while helping his niece onto a northbound train. He slipped on ice and fell near moving wheels but sustained only a severe shaking up and has since recovered.
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Charles Broun
Berryville
Broun
Epworth League Apple Social at Market Street Church
A pleasant Epworth League event at Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church featured a strong program directed by Miss Nannie Herbert with contributions from E B Sartelle, E C Hottel, Arthur Anderson, Elmer Hodge, Etta Grim, Annie Dorsey, and Ada Leatherman. Apple social followed with two apples per helper and games testing balance and speed in passing apples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Epworth League
Nannie Herbert
E. C. Hottel
E. B. Sartelle
Arthur Anderson
Elmer Hodge
Anderson
Etta Grim
Annie Dorsey
Ada Leatherman
League
India Grim
Independent 160 Water White Home Safety Oil ad plea
Cooper Bros wholesale grocers advertise 160 Water White Home Safety Oil claiming superior safety and economy. They denounce Standard Oil and Independent Southern Oil as blocking genuine oil access in Winchester, urging grocers to supply their product for safety liberty and legitimate competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Co
Southern Oil Co
Winchester
Cooper Bros
To Wed at Fairfax College
Miss Effie Lewis daughter of Mr and Mrs James Lewis and Mr Thomas Dehaven of Albin will marry tomorrow afternoon at Fairfax College Winchester in a quiet ceremony performed by Rev J J Fix. Local ad lists dried apples peaches canned corn beans and groceries at Schneiders grocery.
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Albin
Tue Star
Effie Lewis
James Lewis
Thomas Dehaven
Fairfax College
Winchester
J. J. Fix
Schneider’s Grocery
Jacob Hable Weds Baltimore Girl
The marriage of Jacob Hable of Winchester to Celia Bernbaum of Baltimore was performed in Wilmington Delaware on September 26, 1901. The couple, who kept the wedding secret, has gone to New York on a wedding trip with friends surprised by the secret. Mr. Hable is son of S. H. Hable the clothier and has worked for Arnold Lauckheimer & Co. in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Hable
Winchester
Celia Bernbaum
Linden Avenue
Baltimore
Wilmington
Del
Baltimore Sun
Tur Star
H. Hable
Arnold, Lauckheimer & Co
Philadelphia
Funeral for Mrs Trundle Held at Sacred Heart Church
The funeral of the late Mrs. M. R. Trundle was held from the Church of the Sacred Heart at 10 o'clock this morning with High Mass celebrated by Rev. W. A. McKeefry. Interment followed in Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Messrs. M. M. Lynch, William Keating, F. J. Russell, John Doran, Bernard O'Leary, and H. D. McDonald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. R. Trundle
Church of the Sacred Heart
W. A. McKeefry
Megsrs
M. M. Lynch
William Keating
F. J. Russell
John Doran
Bernard O’leary
D. Mc Donald
Remarkable Carcasses Displayed By Local Merchant
George W. Kremer, a meat merchant on Piccadilly Street, displays two large animals recently killed, a 510 pound hog and a 125 pound dressed sheep, touted as the largest seen in the city in years.
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George W. Kremer
Piccadilly Street
Millionaire's Son St Hatfield Conrad Feels Convalescent Charge
The eldest son G. Conrad of White Post faces a fine and appeals as convalescing, while defending a case involving the millionaire’s son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millionaire’s. Son
Hatfield Conrad
G. Conrad
White Post
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Emma Howard Wiaur
President Kennedy
Mr. Getzandaner
Lelia Payne
Apple Social
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