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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1900

Page

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Death of Dr Rufus Krebs After Speaking at Waynesfield

Intelligence from Waynesfield Ohio reports the sudden death of Dr Rufus I Krebs at a literary meeting where he served as treasurer. He was 63, leaves a wife and three children, two brothers, and was a long time resident of Winchester and a prominent Mason. He studied medicine in Winchester and Philadelphia and practiced in Virginia before moving to Waynesfield retiring three years ago. He was active in education and church work and served on the local Board of Education.

Waynesfield Ohio Rufus I. Krebs H. Clay Krebs Winchester Krebs Isaac Krebs Walter E. Krebs Littlestown Winchester Academy Hugh H. McGuire Winchester Medical College University of Pensylvania Virginia Methodist Protestant Church Masonic Order Board of Education

Fairfax Clubrooms Move Planned by March

The Fairfax club aims to occupy new quarters above Baker's Shoe Store and Baker's Drug Store by March. Rooms will be painted, papered and furnished, with work expected to take twenty days. Carpentering goes to R. E. Trenary, papering to Seal & Bro., plumbing to Charles E. Seal.

Fairfax Baker’s Shoe Store Baker’s Drug Store R. E. Trenary Messrs

Traveling salesman to wed Martinsburg bride in February

Mr. Sidney A. Moffett of Rockingham County, famed as a traveling man in the Valley, will marry a Martinsburg young lady around February 15, the Harrisonburg News reports. The couple has kept details quiet while well wishes are offered in advance.

Sidney A. Moffett Rockingham County Martinsburg Harrisonburg Sid

Meeting of the Women's Christian Temperance Union

The meeting will be held tomorrow at 3 PM in the lecture room of Ge Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. All members are requested to be present.

Women’s Christian Temperance Union Ge Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church

Beverley and Williams Attend Marriage Soiree

Mr and Mrs J B Beverley and Miss Annie Douglas Williams attended a marriage ceremony, joining guests at the event and extending congratulations to the couple.

J. B. Beverley Annie Douglas Wiliams

Maryland bill seeks monument for state soldiers at Winchester

In the Maryland House yesterday Mr Scrimger introduced a bill to appropriate 1400 dollars to erect a monument or tablet in the Winchester National Cemetery commemorating Maryland soldiers in the Union Army. About 200 Maryland soldiers are buried there. similar bills have failed in past sessions due to treasury conditions.

Maryland House of Delegates Scrimger National Cemetery Winchester Gettysburg Antietam Stonewall Cemetery

Maryland Congressman Seeks Damages for Railroads

In Congress Representative James W. Denny introduced a bill to aid the Winchester and Potomac Railroad Company claiming thirty thousand forty three dollars for iron rails torn up by the quartermaster's department during the war. The Alexandria and Potomac Company also seeks damages for the same rails and a dispute looms over entitlement. F. P. Clark, brother of the late Capt. Wm. L. Clark, is counsel for the Winchester and Potomac Company.

James W. Denny Winchester Maryland Winchester & Potomac Railroad Company Harper’s Ferry Quartermaster’s Department Alexandria & Potomac Company F. Pp. Clark Wm. L. Clark Winchester & Potomac Company

Inquisitive Stranger Examines 7:30 A.M. Passenger Engine

A middle aged man from the mountains conducted a thorough inspection of the Cumberland Valley yard engine before its daily trip. He tapped wheels and gazed at stop-cocks oil cups and the fire box, and even clambered into the cab to study the mechanism with evident awe.

Cumberland Valley

Market House Bids Farewell and Fate of Old Building

The Market House fate will be decided next Monday when the Building Commission meets and plans for tearing it down early in March are likely. The historic block once served rail, market, militia, Masonic lodge, hospital and city offices, with the Blue Lodge and Knights Templar holding meetings there before moving to the new city hall.

Building Commission Winchester and Potomac Railroad Winchester Masonic Lodge Blue Lodge North Main Street Charles Brown Kinley Masonic Temple John Dove Royal Arch Masons Knights Templar Market House New City Hall Council Chamber Supt. Boyd J.C. Beatty

Ann Fetzer Memorial Social Planned by Reform Church Ladies

The Centenary Reform Church women will host a social at Mr. T. V. Parcell’s residence at Braddock and Cecil streets tomorrow evening. Proceeds go to the Ann Fetzer Memorial Fund aimed at helping fund a new church edifice. The fund began with a five cent donation from the late Miss Ann Fetzer.

Centenary Reformed Church T. V. Parcell South Braddock West Cecil Streets

Entertaining Benefit at Braddock Street Church

An attractive entertainment will be held at the parsonage of the Braddock Street M. E. Church South tomorrow evening to benefit the organ fund. A Junior Orchestra will perform with their best selections and refreshments will be served at a moderate cost. All are cordially invited.

Braddock-st. M. E South Organ Fund

Hockey Club to Organize for Bartonsville Match

Efforts are under way to form a hockey club here for a game at Bartonsville tomorrow. Those who wish to join will ride the 11:45 train to Bartonsville and return on the 5:58 train. Skating at Bartonsville dam is reported excellent with much sport expected.

Bartonsville Bartonsville Dam

Cousin of Local Man Reported Killed at Spion Kop

A report from South Africa lists Lieut. Mureil as among the English officers killed in the battle of Spion Kop. He is described as a cousin and old schoolmate of Mr. Robert Worsley of this city, with the head officer and Mr. Worsley having attended school together for several years.

Spion Kop South Africa Mureil Robert Worsley Worsley Toether Eng

Appian Way Lecture With Rome Views at Court House Hall

The Rome lecture in Court House Hall Friday night by Mr. Jackson will feature views of the Appian Way and its 2000 year old lava pavement. Tickets available at Wall's.

Rome Pius [X Jackson Aves Wall’s

Boyd to Respond at Rouss Anniversary Banquet

Commander Barton selected E Holmes Boyd to respond to the toast for Ashby Camp at the Rouss Anniversary banquet to honor Mr. Rouss. The camp resolution does not empower Barton to appoint the other four of the five committeemen. the camp will decide at its next meeting.

Barton E. Holmes Boyd Ashby Rouss Charley Rouss Fire Company

Glowing Promise Tied to Faulkner in Clark Case

Ex Senator Faulkner of Martinsburg acts as counsel for Montana Senator-elect Clark whose seat is delayed by the Senate Investigating Committee amid bribery charges. Clark paid Faulkner $5,000 with hint of further pay if Clark keeps his seat, banking on Faulkner’s eloquence to win.

Faulkner Martinsburg W. G. Love H. D. Fuller Clark Montana Mr. Clark

Not Settled Mr Elliott Confers With Local Capitalists

Not Settled, Mr Elliott, who has been here several days, to confer with local capitalists in regard to the pro cellant and cold storage.

Mr. Elliott

Power house work nears completion in Baltimore project

Mr. H. J. McFarlane of General Electric Company arrives to supervise final work at the Winchester Gas and Electric Light Co. new power house. Incandescent system expected in operation Feb 11 with illumination planned for Charley Rouss Fire Company hall during its anniversary banquet.

H. J. McFarlane General Electric Company Baltimore Winchester Gas and Electric Light Co Charley Rouss Fire Company

Sale of Bruce town farm at 41 acres fetches price

Auctioneer FE L Hodgson conducted the sale of the Shimp Property near Bruce town. The 41 acre farm was bought by Mr Jas B Whetzel of Clearbrook for $32 75 per acre.

L. Hodgson Hawkin’s Gap Brucetown Jas B. Whetzel Clearbrook

Tale of Duke the Tobacco Chewing Fire Horse

A humorous report describes Duke a large healthy firehouse horse who chews tobacco eats soap and gobbles umbrella weaves gum shoes and cigars while avoiding cigarettes. The piece notes his mischief after a fire alarm and teases trials with more foods including tin cans and dynamite.

Sarah Yeakley Duke Keeper Yeakley

Goebel assassination threat halts Kentucky legislature

Kentucky story reports Senator William Goebel shot and near death after legislature planned to seat Governor Taylor. Governor Taylor adjourned the body to prevent vacancy actions and martial law was declared with soldiers patrolling public buildings as tensions rise amid calls for federal aid.

Tam Star Franxronrr Hume McCormick Tabin Phy William Goebel Capitol Goebel Taylor Kentucky Sicians

Funeral services for Dr Mason in Charlestown West Virginia

Special to Taz STAR reports the funeral of Dr Guard F Mason set for Thursday at 2 PM at his residence with burial in Edge Hill Cemetery. Mason, who fell ill Sunday night and died at 5 30 AM yesterday, was attended by his wife daughter Mrs Gibson Col B D Gibson Annie Belle Mason his physician Ian Dr William Nell and his long serving servant George H Washington.

Charlestown W. V4 Guard F. Mason Edge Hill Cemetery

Postponed Parlor Social in Wo Deferred Indefinitely

The parlor social of the Wo club, scheduled for Friday, has been postponed indefinitely due to unspecified reasons. Members await new date as discussions continue.

Taz Star Praised for Yesterday’s Local News Coverage

Yesterday afternoon's edition of the Taz Star drew praise from Scores of readers for its strong local reporting. Notable items included the attempted assassination of Senator Goebel and the Charlestown death of Dr. Mason, highlighting the paper's aim to be newsy and concise.

The Taz Star Tom Stan Senator Goebel Charlestown

Immense Oak Leaf Displayed by Mr. W. A. McCoy

A relief county resident Mr. W. A. McCoy showed a monster oak leaf in town yesterday. The leaf measured ten inches long and fourteen inches wide, far larger than the usual six by three or four inches. It was found in the woods near his home.

W. A. McCoy

Festival Dispute Breaks Out After Zion Baptist Event

Last Saturday night a festival at the Colored Zion Baptist Church in Boyce ended with a dispute involving individuals named Jones and Jack. Police were called as tensions escalated but no serious injuries are reported.

Colored Zion Baptist Church Boyce Jotn Jones Jack Rose

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R. I. Krebs Railroad Denny Ann Fetzer Hockey Club AG Rabingan Mr. Boyd Sarah Zane Dr. Mason
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