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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
1
Dr. Shields and wife, travelers from Nankin soon to be in Winchester, arrive after years abroad. They visit with Mandolph Tucker Ella Page and Rev. Page before returning to Christ City. The couple recently left Asia after witnessing a world at war.
Bell aged 58 a longtime employee of the Noon family died last night after two weeks of throat illness on South Braddock street. He leaves a brother Warren Bell of Winchester and three sisters Philadelpha Emma Rosie of Baltimore. Funeral Friday at 3 from John Mann with Rev Shaw officiating. Interment in Orrick artery. Bell was respected by both races.
The Star reports on Turkish obligations to cover war expenses with two friendly demands issued on June 26 in the Balkan delegation talks.
Detectives today hunt for Miss agh of John McCar ts believed missing for two gILES for hire, Rows 23-1p-tt. The Star reports new leads as investigators pursue the case.
A clash at The Rookery in Sharparog between Eva Ernest and Eva's stepfather drew a crowd. Chief of Police Doran intervened and Justice Beverley fined Eva and Ernest three dollars plus costs, warning Ernest to mend his ways. Eva paid her fine and was released, while Ernest remained jailed.
Judge Woods in Charles Town refuses bail for Wilson held in Jefferson County jail on a criminal assault charge against Miss Kate Turner. He rules the offense is capital and not bailable, so Wilson will remain jailed pending further proceedings.
In Straspurg Virginia on June 26 a coroner jury ruled Joe McQuillen’s death an accident. Clarence Crider 20 testified he fired unintentionally from a six shot Winchester and denied threatening McQuillen. McQuillen’s mother believed it accidental. funeral held at the Methodist Church at 2 PM conducted by Rev J H Halcyon.
Wanted at once a good cook answer 111 I Washington Street Edward E Stone in city today after spending months with relatives at Mount Jackson Mr and Mrs W M Atkinson of Clarke Courts spent today in Winchester
Salisbury Maryland June 26 A homicide inquiry into the death of Florence Wainwright last Friday night spurred arrests expected soon Witnesses Joseph Niblett and A White are sought Niblett formerly worked at Home Gas Company White may hold key facts The inquest Friday will meanwhile summon about a score of witnesses as officials prepare a warrant and grand jury presentation
Major Holmes Conrad shows marked improvement after returning from Washington where overwork caused illness. He is now resting at home and in good spirits, with friends relieved by the corrected report of his health.
The Marimba Duo, a celebrated Mexican vaudeville act, returns tonight with an entirely new program after a big hit last Saturday. Six reels of pictures will be shown, with admission set at 10 cents.
Chicago June 26 Judge Carpenter granted Jack Johnson's request to be sent to Leavenworth penitentiary instead of Joliet He was sentenced to one year and a day The rest of the text includes an unrelated car sale notice and garbled lines.
Confederate and Union veterans from Winchester and Frederick County plan to attend the Gettysburg reunion starting June 29 through July 6. More than 50,000 veterans from both sides are expected, with Turner Ashby Camp and other groups well represented. A coordinated program by federal and state authorities will manage ceremonies and attendance.
Representative Riordan asked the Senate lobby investigating committee to permit him to testify and deny Judge Lovett’s assertion that Riordan used improper means to influence the Union Pacific Railroad to employ a specific attorney before Congress.
In the Democratic Senate caucus today several Western senators urged duty on cotton and meats while fearing countervailing duties on wheat and flour would defeat free listing of these staples. The discussion reflects debate over trade policy and commodity pricing.
The Interstate Commerce Commission today refused to permit fifty two railroads operating east of the Mississippi to increase freight rates by five cents. The ruling was announced in Washington and marks a setback for rail operators seeking higher charges.
Mrs Charles H Errell and Miss Gladys Quisemberry of Hinton Virginia visit Miss Plorenc at her North Bridge Street home.
Miss Louise Cas Sandra Miller to wed William Edeon McKay of Pallimore, with ceremony at Christ Protestant Episcopal Church Winchester area. Rev William D Smith to officiate. reception at Sunnyside Stephens City after 8 p.m. Guests from Winchester Frederick Baltimore Richmond attend. couple to leave for wedding trip after ceremony.
Fort Clinton Ohio reports banker Harry Daniels drove his car into a river after an open drawbridge last night. His body has not been found.
Father McKeefry of the Catholic Church, recently transferred to Martinsburg West Virginia, will arrive in Harrisonburg this afternoon for a farewell visit to parishioners and friends. He will meet members of his congregation at the Catholic Church tonight at 8 o clock. He departs Friday for Martinsburg where he will hold services Sunday. no successor has been named by Bishop O Connell.
Readable ad item from Moling and the Seal appears on the South page with unusual colorful Parasdis imagery. The notice highlights a promotional event and product details for local readers.
On Main Street Chief of Police Mike Doran halted traffic near a stalled car owned by Asa Crisman of Kernstown. Crisman argued over authority before Doran placed him under arrest and fined him $2 with costs for violating a city ordinance. Crisman appealed with M. M. Chiles acting as surety for the bond.
Shortly after 10 a.m. an oil stove exploded in the home of Nelgon Ashton on Highland Avenue, causing a small blaze. Fire crews arrived to find the fire already extinguished by neighbors. The stove blast damaged the room but no injuries were reported.
Mrs Clarence H Mackey wife of Postah Telegraph Company president was astonished to learn that her husband had taken their children abroad on the Imperator. Reports say earlier marital discord existed but both refused to discuss the matter.
Eighteen stylishly dressed women arrived in Reno from the East to establish a residence here so they may obtain divorces by January 1 when the present law expires.
SPRINGPINPLD MI June 26 The Governor today signed the women's suffrage bill which will grant women the right to vote in the state. The measure, supported by prominent groups, marks a milestone in Illinois politics and expands civic participation.
Messages today announce the death of M. McKericher at his Washington home yesterday afternoon age 74 born January 1840 in Dunkeld Scotland. He came to Winchester at 17 and married Annie V Affleck. Surviving him are his widow and one daughter. Burial at Mount Hebron with Hiram Lodge handling the services and pallbearers named.
Benefit event advertised at 26 1p 21 Kent Street for Mrs H W W Mirs. Proceeds assist Neem Chet with charitable aims. Local notice notes the social gathering and support via ice cream social activities.
Yesterday evening the death angel entered the home of Mr and Mrs Charley Hardy in this city and took from Mr and Mrs J Randolph Taylor their daughter Hilda Virginia Taylor after a long illness of complications. Funeral services will be Friday at 3 from the Hardy residence 618 South Washington Street with interment at Mount Hebron. Wanted hammer and batchelor carpenters for work at Camp Arkam transportation to and from camp furnished apply Office Quartermaster US Army August 20.
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