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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1913
Page
1
Nixdorff of Frederick County received a pardon on a Wednesday noon from the Maryland governor. He had been serving a year sentence for financial offenses tied to a prosperous business, and plans to resume his former activities after release.
Fisher taken to Richmond Prison by guard from state penitentiary after a recent sentence of twelve years for the killing of Clyde J. Carpenter. Four colored youths linked to the case were jailed four months each by Judge Harrigan and are serving terms. Minnie Evans and her mother attended the arraignment in court. Fisher’s exact assignment department remains undetermined.
For sale at reduced price. The desirable residence No 41 South Market Street features modern conveniences. J. George Baetier advertises this property with an emphasis on speed of sale.
Five passenger touring car offered for sale in good condition. Contact ROUSS GARAGE, L Tp4tt.
Fort Loudoun Seminary announces its 1913 14 faculty led by Miss Katherine Glass president and director with a large group of specialists. New hires include Mrs Ada Sommerville Hatcher English Latin German Miss Nita McKinney Brooks Commercial Course and Madame J dEstainville Gaillard French Spanish Italian.
Report from Main and Gerard streets describes a late night altercation between Seabright and Knight aboard a wagon. Knight, recently amputated, fell on Seabright and attacked him, drawing severe injuries to Seabright. Knight previously served six months for local option violations and later lost both legs in a Manassas railroad accident.
Parties wishing to take boarders or rent rooms during the US Army cavalry maneuvers from July 20 to September 20 must file with the undersigned committee details of accommodations and rates. Shirley Carter Robt. L. Gray Frank H. Krebs Committee on Accommodations. Communications to Frank H. Krebs secretary City Hall.
London society reacts to King George decree forbidding women to wear breeches or ride astride in the presence of the King or Queen. The June 27 ruling divides the elite as officials enforce the royal order.
George N. Conrad a prominent Harrisonburg lawyer from the firm Conrad and Conrad spent the morning in the city on business and left for home later in the day. He has recently been traveling in West Virginia and Maryland.
Classified want ad seeks an immediate hire for a skilled cook. Location listed as 111 ix Washington Street with contact instructions implied by the terse call for applicants.
July 11 to July 20 marked by wide interest from Virginia and other states. Officials report strong demand and a plan for lectures and classroom talks on Baptist topics. The event supports education and training for Sunday school and Baptist organizations.
French President Raymond Pointare completed his official visit to England and departed from Victoria Station for Dover en route to Paris. He was greeted by large crowds and expressed pleasure with the reception and entertainment in England.
In Atlantic City on June 27 Miss Katherine Otsara of Philadelphia married Mr Julius Peters of Philadelphia before about 5,000 spectators on the Steel Pier. The bride fainted three times before the knot was tied.
Senator Owens says former Senator Alirich should not be derided for currency legislation. He also admits Democrats used the best of the Republican currency measure and declines further criticism.
Mr William Henry of Nonessen Pa visits relatives in the city. Miss Mamie Byrd of Millwood spends several days as guest of Mrs Alexander Barrie in town.
Major Logan announces contracts for 1220 tons hay and 1040 tons oats to Winchester encampment for two months. August Ferger & Co of Cincinnati to supply the feed. 40 tons hay contracted to Opequon resident Charles W. Snapp. Additional firewood, carpenters, and haulers sought with work offered at 20 Rowse Avenue and camp vicinity.
Wedding notice announces the marriage of Charles Aby Rhodes son of Samuel F Rhodes Middletown to Clara Crouch of Weston. They are now on their honeymoon. The groom's father owns the Washide Inny in Middletown.
Baltimore wholesale prices today show wheat spot and June at 10 percent, corn spot and June at 64 1 2, hay No 1 timothy 17.50, No 1 clover mixed 15, No 1 clover 11, standard timothy 17, butter fancy creamery 80 and choice 29, Virginia dairy prints 21 to 22. Live poultry prices list old hens 16 1 2, old roosters 10 11, spring 12 pounds and over 25, 12 pounds and under 28, ducks white Pekin 13 14 puddle 13, spring 3 pounds and over 18, pigeons per pair 25c.
Mrs. B F Preffitt and her young daughter Agnes have come back from visiting Mrs Harriet White in Mountain Falls, marking a family reunion trip noted in local society circles.
Mrs. Bessie Haasenduhler, daughter of Charles DeHaven, accuses William A. Tederick, a farmer of the Hedgesville region, of attempting to assault with intent to rape. A hearing is set for July 2. bond set at 1000 with Gray Silver as surety. Attorneys Martin and Bond represent the prisoner, Downey assisted by Luttrell for the state.
Dr. H G Tonkin of Martinsburg reports improvement in Edna Schultz who ingested mercury tablets. kidneys and organs affected show clearing signs after neutralizer treatment. recovery would be a triumph for the doctor and hospital staff, despite limited positive opinion on her case.
Funeral services for James N. McKericher were held at his sister-in-law Miss Frances Ameri's home in Washington County at 2:30 PM. Rev. Dr. J Horace Lacy and Rev. Taylor officiated. Burial followed at Mt Hebron Cemetery with Hiram Lodge No 21 A F and A M in charge at the grave. Pallbearers were J E B Correll George F Norton L N Good George H Kinzel and A C Slonaker.
The program lists multiple reels and features at the auditorium tonight. Highlights include The Hearts of the First Empire a Vitagraph two reel feature about a country girl who outwits Napoleon and wins a noble husband along with other reels such as The Moonshiner s Wife and Who Is Champion.
Classified item lists autos for hire at Rouss Garage. Advertisement notes contact details and availability.
The Salisbury case into Miss Wainwright s death resumes with Mrs Elmer Smith as a witness denying the girl confessed and claiming whiskey was used to ease her suffering. The state pressures for more testimony from 20 witnesses as investigators pursue leads amid statements naming a married woman linked to the death. Joseph Niblet and C A White arrived from Philadelphia but declined to discuss the case.
Eight thousand teamsters and omnibus drivers have given notice they will strike tomorrow in Cincinnati. A general tie up is expected as pay demands were refused.
At the home of Mrs H W Barrett 404 N Kent St a church benefit is planned for Saturday evening. Details are limited in the readable text but the event supports church activities and community outreach.
A storage notice reports vehicles kept at Central Garage located at 316 North East Street, listing storage charges of 150 dollars and an owner identified as SLL, Prop.
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