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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1908
Page
1
The Cumberland Valley Railroad announces a new schedule to start at 12.01 on Monday June 15. Eastbound trains from Winchester retain Nos 4 and 8 with no changes, while No 10 leaves at 6.27 pm instead of 6.35. Southbound Nos 1 and 7 adjust arrival times at Winchester to 9.16 am and 7.18 pm, with No 3 unchanged at noon.
Gainesboro mourns J Dean McKee a well known farmer and landowner aged about 37 who died of typhoid fever after a lingering illness. Four doctors attended him as he lay unconscious for a week. He leaves a widow Lizzie and two children Hugh and Lillian along with parents and siblings. Funeral at Ebenezer Church Sunday at 2 with Rev W A Pearson officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr Albert Brown received a telegram from C M Gibbens a Virginia delegate to the Republican National Convention in Chicago stating that all Virginia regulars were seated except Delegate Davis. Gibbens and John Acker represent the district as delegates at the National Convention.
Department of Agriculture figures show nationwide crops worth about 8.6 trillion dollars with farmers poised for a ninth year of high yields and strong prices. Chief Statistician Clark noted indications point to an unprecedented period of large crops and favorable markets.
Hagerstown and Winchester met at Reservoir Park with Hagerstown misplaying and Winchester capitalizing on errors. Cantwell fanned nine for Winchester and Gy McDonald homered for Hagerstown as Deardorf struggled behind weak defense. Final score 14 to 5 in favor of Winchester after a nine inning contest lasting 1 hour 45 minutes.
White Post Virginia June 13 Mr BE H Garrett died at his son in law L M Browns residence after a lingering illness death caused by infirmities of advanced age He was 84 years old Mrs Garrett had died years earlier Several grown children survive The funeral was held at 4 o clock this afternoon at Milldale and he was buried in the cemetery there
The Star columnist argues that President Roosevelt targets delinquent debtors and civil service nonpayers, urging payback of debts as a moral duty. It cites grocers reporting debtors, cites Loeb on removals for unpaid bills, and links unpaid debts to personal ruin and social unfairness.
Martinsburg West Virginia June 13 plans for organizing a baseball club are in place. Three men have subscribed 250 each, another 50 and a further 25. The target is 175 more to reach funding. Ticket books will cover 20 games to defray uniforms bats and balls. A 1000fund will cover expenses to mid September. Several good players have been secured.
Mr. S L Hoover of this city bought the Berry farm south of Harrisonburg in Rockingham county from C D Fletcher of Harrisonburg for 10000 dollars. Hoover will take possession on July 1 and will move his wife and family there after the sale. He recently relocated from Rockingham county and has resided here for years.
Misses Eliza and Vivian Meade of White Post spent yesterday with friends in this city, marking a short social visit and leaving for home later.
At the Maryland firemen convention in Frostburg the Independent Junior Fire Engine Company of Hagers town won $200 in reel races with a time of 38 35 seconds. Antietam Hose Company No 2 of Hagerstown finished second in 40 seconds. Other results include Williamsport 44 19 20, Meyersdale 48 41, Good Will Lonaconing 48 14 15, Midland 42 11 12, Westminster 40 5 20 seconds.
A special meeting of the City School Board at City Hall 8 pm will elect teachers for the next school term beginning September. All current teachers have filed for re election and several other applicants are seeking positions. Mrs Clara Whissen has been elected assistant principal succeeding Mr R L Stickel who will not seek re election.
Lost item notice for a bracelet padlock from Star office area. Initials A Vi marked on piece. Reward offered at Star office for return. Contact Star office with any information regarding the missing bracelet.
Miss Ella Maud Carter daughter of the late Henry L Carter and Mrs Carter married Charles Alfred Seymour of New York City in a June 11 ceremony at St Mark's Church Philadelphia. A breakfast followed at Overbrook Pa attended by relatives and close friends. The couple will live at 50 West Ninth Street New York after July first and plan a brief honeymoon, with return to Winchester anticipated soon.
Edward Weese found part of a skeleton along the river bank where the forks of the river join near Moorefield. The skull and jaw bones were preserved but most other bones decayed, with a pile of shells nearby. The remains lay about two and a half feet underground. identity as Indian or white man unknown. Weese plans to rebury the bones.
Tonight at Market Street Rink skaters receive sailor hats. No price change for tonight. Enjoy a long straight skate in a cool, large rink built to world scale with gentle gliding, featuring Merry Widow Wiltz among participants.
A readable list at The New Rink advertises new music selections including Waltz songs such as Be sweet to me kid Lovie Mine Betsy’s the belle of the Bathers Since you called me Dearie V A by H Seal Waltz me till I’m dreamy and other titles with notes on the venue Stewart and Wolf Street inviting patrons to hear and enjoy.
Mrs. David J. Randall left yesterday morning to stay several days at Hero home in New York City.
Joseph N Graber formerly of Baltimore and Worcester weds Miss Aliee F dedeon in St Francis de Sales rectory Boston The ceremony was officiated by Fr Charles A O’Brien A large group attended including two bride’s cousins flower girls Margie and Bessie Barry The couple plan a tour through Canada and the mountains after the wedding with a reception at Roxbury and gifts including a home, silver service and a mahogany cabinet The couple will reside after July 20 on Thursdays
The Winchester baseball team departs tomorrow by excursion train for a trip that lasts until Tuesday, June 23. They will play in Charlottesville, Blackstone, Petersburg, then return to Washington to face the Brookland team at American League Park on Monday, June 22, before expected return.
The Frederick County Fruit Growers Association meets at the county courthouse in session led by President Charles E. Clevernger. Prof J A Phillips of Virginia Polytechnic Institute Blaburg, Va, outlines organizing advantages to secure better markets. audience highly attentive.
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