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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1913

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Pretty Miss Edna Schultz Swallows Poison in W Va Mills

A 17 year old girl Edna Schultz of Bolivar West Virginia is hospitalized after reportedly taking poison tablets. Doctors say she may recover though she destroyed the tablet box to hide the source. Her mother Mrs Prney Schultz is in Martinsburg and investigation continues to learn how the poison was obtained.

Ae Eera W.va Dua Schultz City Hospital George Bn Thorn Om Avenue Prney Schultz Bolivar Schultz Joseph

Weather rains ease drought delays harvests in Virginia

Farmers welcome copious showers after weeks of parched ground as rain continues and helps crops recover. Some wheat harvests may be delayed a few days but officials expect little damage. Weather Bureau bulletin notes showers possible tonight or Tuesday in Virginia.

the Star X General Weather Bureau Washington Virginia

Dr Duris Carter Prominent Winchester Physician Dies

Death of Dr Duris Carter of Woodstock at age marks the loss of a leading Shenandoah Valley physician and first president of a regional medical society. Acute Brights disease named as cause. Community mourns his life and anticipates a memorial at the next meeting.

Winchester Fiere Duris Desmus Carter Shenandoah Valley Woodstock Bright Carter

Veterans 70 Fare Aid Passes To Committee Review

Frederick county Confederate veterans lacking funds to travel to the Civil War reunion in Gettysburg are to have railroad fare paid by the Board of Supervisors. A special meeting considered the request, referred to a committee for action under a Virginia act.

Frederick County Roansteter Gettysburg Board of Supervisors General Assembly of Virginia

Board Refuses To Fund Winchester Camp Road Oiling

The Board of Supervisors at a special meeting refused a $600 appropriation to oil and repair the road from Winchester to the Front Royal road camp housing 2 600 cavalry soldiers. Officials say a special road tax could cover the gap at July's meeting. Community leaders urge action before maneuvers draw officials and motorists, with $1 500 needed overall and plans to raise $500 from Frederick county and private contributions.

Board of Supervisors Winchester Front Royal Road Frederick County

President Defends Cabinet Officers In Slave Case

President Wilson defends cabinet officers amid delays in the Maury Diggs and Drew Caminetti white slave case. Attorney General McReynolds says investigations will proceed, denies political influence seeks to defeat justice, and excludes any interference from delaying prosecutions.

Wite The Star Washington James Mary Wilson Dent Wilson Molteyno Witiehr Todé Maury Diggs Drew C. Caminetti San Francisco Western Fuel Company Caminetti Athony Camifietti McNab Lash McReynolds

Pretty Washington Wedding Joins Mabel Powell and Francis Millot

Miss Mabel Lee Powell daughter of Mr and Mrs Lucien Powell married Francis Auguste Millot at their Washington home in a noon ceremony officiated by Rev Edward Mott The bride wore white satin with tulle and carried white sweet peas and lilies of the valley Attendants included Elaine Fitzhugh Powell Congressman Addison Smith served as best man The couple planned a breakfast reception and a trip to the northern lake region before settling in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

Mabel Lee Powell Lucien ‘Whiting Powell Francis ‘Auguste Millot Washington Edward Marshall ‘Mott Airmont Loudoun County Leiasey

Confederate Soldiers "Free Ride" Aid Committee Ruling

A note states Confederate soldiers unable to pay may receive aid through a committee. Applications accepted via the gTement or county clerk's office at once. B. C. Shull chairs with Henry Dingers, Bruce Muse, and G. W. Kurtz listed as captains. By order of the Board of Supervisors. PHIL. H. Gold, Clerk.

B. C. Shull County Clerk's Office Board of Supervisors Phil. H. Gold

Notice to unsecured creditors of A G Rutherford

Creditors of A G Rutherford of Winchester Virginia are urged to file sworn unsecured claims at the New Shenandoah Hotel in Winchester after Monday June 30 1913. Claims will be promptly paid per Camilla C Rutherford.

A. G. Rutherford Winchester Shenandoah Camilla C. Rutherford

Byrd Heads to Madison for Summer Law School

Mr. Thomas B. Byrd, after several weeks at his Ambhurst Street home, left Madison Wisconsin today to attend the summer law school.

Thomas B. Byrd Ambhurst Street Madison, Wis

Newly Weds Sail Today From New York to Europe

Rev and Mrs John Long Jackson sail on Kaiser hz Joseph I from New York to Naples and Trieste with Elizabeth Crawford Jackson, formerly Crawford of Kernstown. They plan European travel through summer and return early September. Emanuel Church Harrisonburg will be served by student pastor Carter Goodwin during their absence.

New York Kaiser Hz Joseph I Naples Trieste John Long Jackson Elizabethh Eleanor Crawford C. Grattan Crawford Kernstown County Mr. Jackson

For Sale No 4 South Market St Residence

Reduced price advertises a desirable residence at 4 South Market Street with modern conveniences. Listings note owner J George Baetjer and include a time-based ad marker with end-of-day context.

South Market St J. George Baetjer

Miners Plan Broad Law Suits Over Coalfield Conflicts

Charleston June 23. Law suits aggregating thousands of dollars will be filed in the Circuit Court as a result of the miners war with operators in the coal fields. The miners intend to sue for killing and wounding miners and their families and for false imprisonment.

Charleston

Railroads Adopt Two-Cent Fares After Court Ruling

The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad announced two-cent fares in West Virginia, effective July 1, in line with a United States Supreme Court decision and state law. The move reflects compliance with the court ruling and aims to adjust travel costs in the state.

Star Huntington W. Va Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Today United Stats Preme Court

Convicts Recaptured After Escape in Ossining

William Forbes and Maurice Clifford escaped convicts were recaptured today in Ossining New York after a night of exhaustion. They complained of mosquito bites and said they were glad to return to prison.

the Star Ossining N. Y Maurice Clifford

Widow Receives Woodmen Life Insurance Benefit

Mrs Mynnie B Taylor widow of James W Taylor Jr receives a check for 1000 from the Woodmen of the World, the insurer for which her late husband was a member.

Mynnie .B.,. Taylor James W. Taylor, Jr Woodmen of the World

Wilson Stands Firm on Currency Bill

The President declared there would be no compromise on the currency measure and would veto any bill not aligned with the administration’s general proposals. This statement comes as Congress debates the currency issue amid ongoing legislative activity.

Wilson Washington

Window Display Attracts Attention at Orndorff and McVicar’s

A striking window display by the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company is shown in Orndorff & McVicar's grocery window. A miniature pole line features three poles with cross arms and eight wires connected to gun metal desk sets, each wire allegedly leading to the store.

Winchesters Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company Orndorff & McVicar's Grocery Telephone Company Orndorff & McVicar's

President Addresses Joint Assembly on Currency Reform

President Wilson addressed a joint session in Washington reading a message calling imperative currency reform. The visit was noted for its simple, prior-visit style as he spoke to senators and representatives.

The Star Washington Wilson

Rothschilds Deny Financing Water-Pierce Oil Opposes Standard Oil

London June 23 The Rothschilds denied financing the Water-Pierce Oil Company in opposition to the Standard Oil Company.

London Rothschilds Water-Pierce Oil Company Standard Oil Company

Wanted good cook for immediate hire

Short local advertisement seeking an experienced cook. Caller invites applicants to apply at 25 W. Water St for immediate employment.

Water St

Boarding House Accommodations Sought During Cavalry Maneuvers

Persons wishing to take boarders or rent rooms during the U S Army cavalry maneuvers from July 20 to September 20 must file with the undersigned committee details of accommodations desired and rates. Committee on Accommodations Robt Te Gray Frank H Krebs secretary Frank H Krebs City Hall communications

Robt Te. Gray Frank H. Krebs City Hall

G M Chil S Remnant Sale Opens Tuesday

Reading shows Henry Baetjer Co announcing a remnant sale beginning Tuesday and continuing through the week with bargain prices on cord wood and related goods. Gigger bargains appear in the ad, seeking the highest price for cutting cord wood.

G. M. Chil Henry. Baetjer & Co

Six Reel Show at Auditorium Tonight With Six Films

The Auditorium presents a six reel program tonight featuring The Way Out from Vitagraph The International Spies A Lucky Chance from Lubin A Modern Horse from Exlison Trail of Itebing Palm Botany Vengeance of Kabyle Pathe The program advertises a remnant sale by Henry Mraetjer & Cod beginning Tuesday with a bigger bargain sale all week.

Xtalemy Lubin Exlison Pathe Henry Mraetjer

Virginia Tonight Showers Forecast

Weather bulletin for Virginia predicts showers tonight and into Tuesday. Minor conditions noted with no significant accumulation. Stay alert for localized wet areas. Return to Star office for updates.

Necktte Clas Tnitiard Asah Star Office

For Sale Thve passenger touring car in good conduct

For sale an unidentified four passenger touring car in presumably decent condition. The brief ad provides limited details and includes garbled text making specific model or year unknown. Potential buyers should verify condition and availability directly.

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Lonesome Pine Edna Ng Dr. Shuler Tonkin Hagerstowe Aeft DR. Carter S. Y. M. Society Diggs Francis Auguste Millot Henry Dingers Bruce Muse G. W. Kurtz Long Jackson Bride Europe Rouss Garage Mim Joint Assembly
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