Centennial Conference Chronicle in Winchester 1905
Bishop Wallace W. Duncan of the Southern Methodist Church dies at 70 in Spartansburg South Carolina. His Northbound journey to preside at Winchester centennial conference is recalled as he had rushed from Spartansburg after a lingering illness. He addressed the Winchester gathering with a sermon noted for strength and piety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace W. Duncan
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Spartansburg
S. C
Duncan
Southern Methodist Church
College of Bishops
Jeshoe
Braddock
Street
Wilson
Warren Candler
Georgia
Candler
North
Winchester
Collins Denny
Vanderbilt University
Nashville
Tenah
Braddock Street
Winchester Inn
Two Deaths in Friendship Co. Funeral of Mortimer Haymaker
The funeral of Mortimer Haymaker was held this afternoon at 2 from the residence on South Braddock Street. Lifelong friends and the Friendship Fire Company attended, with Rev. Dr. D. H. Kern conducting services. Burial followed at Mount Hebron Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mortimer ‘Haymaker
Clinton Herrell
South Braddock Street
Friendship Fire Company
D. H. Kern
Braddock Street M. EB
South
Mount Hebron Cemetery
Funeral services for Mr Fred Grimm in Winchester
The remains of Mr Fred Grimm arrive from Baltimore and funeral services are set for 3 o'clock tomorrow at Grace Lutheran Church. Rev George S Bowers will lead the service after which the body will be interred at Mount Hebron Cemetery. Delegations from Friendship Fire Company and Winchester Lodge of Elks are expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Grimm
Baltimore
Grace Lutheran Church
Whicch
Georges. Bowers
Mount Hebron
Friendship Fire Company
Winchester Lodge of Elks
Eee
Widows to Rest Beside Husbands in National Cemeteries
Superintendent E. J. Lewis of the National Cemetery announces official orders from Washington allowing widows of deceased Northern Army soldiers to be buried beside their husbands in national cemeteries. The measure becomes effective immediately, starting with the Winchester cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Lewis
National Cemetery
The
Star Today
Lewis
Washington
Winchester
Accident to Duquesne Limited wrecks Pullman sleepers
Three Pullman sleepers on the Duquesne Limited westbound from Shenandoah Junction upset as the westbound train pulled out. A broken rail caused the cars to topple onto their sides but no one was injured. The Duquesne Limited has been wrecked several times in recent years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
Duquesne Limited
Shenandoah Junction
Antique Furniture Sale Notice at Reese Home
I will sell at the home of Jonah L. Reese four miles north of Winchester on Friday March 6 1908 at 10 am a lot of fine mahogany furniture cut glass feather beds bedding and more. C H Purcell administrator Mary D Jackson. The Sarah Zane Co. will hold imp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonah L. Reese
Winchester
Desirable New Dwelling on Fairmount Avenue
A brief notice advertises a most desirable new dwelling on Fairmount Avenue for sale. The property is presented by R Bryarly and Bro, highlighting an attractive proposition for prospective buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairmount Avenue
Gale
He R
Elderly Mr Shultz Suffers Hip Fracture After Fall
A serious accident strikes 86 year old resident Mr Shultz in Winchester. He fell against a chair late Sunday night fracturing his hip while frail and near collapse due to age. Mrs Shultz has been ill, and the couple maintains strong local family ties as page six continuation notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French County
Shultz
Fred. Cochran, Jr
Cochran
DANGER LURKS IN THE BALMY DAYS
Weather notes warn of thaw and ice as March begins with mixed conditions. A fruit grower hopes winter stays steady to prevent early warmth harming crops, recalling last year's freeze that ruined peaches pears and cherries and predicting a cautious season ahead.
Judge Harrison Holds Circuit Court in Front Royal
Judge Thomas W. Harrison traveled to Front Royal yesterday morning to preside over the Circuit Court during the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas W. Harrison
Front Royal
Skating party at the rink with contests and prizes
A large crowd attended a skating and supper party hosted by Mrs. German Smith Jr and Mr. Harry Jack. The event featured voting contests for the most graceful skater among ladies and gentlemen, with Miss Anne Beverley and Mr. J. B. Beverley Jr winning. A consolation prize went to Pinkie Sheetz, and numerous guests were listed by name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Beverley, Jr
Pinkie Sheetz
Thomas W. ‘Harrison
William Mm. Atkinson
Nice Letter Describes City Hotel Boarder Chase
Proprietor McCardell of the City Hotel in Hagerstown writes a sharp letter about Fred McBride, a typewriter fixer who repaired the hotel for 6 dollars then fled. Allegedly wanted in nearby Virginia towns for skipping board bills, he was tracked by Manager Gore of the Palm Hotel. In Fairmont he faced a 9 dollar loss and returned toward Iries Town, then jailed 30 days after a 25 dollar penalty. McCardell jokes about a jail banquet and a stern prison guide, noting McBride uses many aliases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCardell
City
Hagerstown
Fred. McBride
City Hotel
Virginia
Gore
Palm Hotel
Charles Town
Fairmount
McBride
Beale Favor Sought For Winchester Church Pastor
The Market Street M E Church official board asked at the third quarterly conference that Rev J W H Beale be returned as pastor and that Rev Dr M F B Brice be returned as presiding elder. The board’s resolutions will be presented to the coming conference for consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Market Street M. BE
J. W. H. Beale
Winchester
Mr. Beale
M.F. B. Brice
Mr. Fuqua Joins New Firm As Manager Superintendent
The Hagerstown Mail reports T. J. Fuqua of Winchester dies after 17 years as agent for Portner. He becomes general manager and superintendent of the Toko Company in this city. D. G. Coghig succeeds him at Portner's place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Fuqua
Winchester
Hagerstown Mail
Perple
Toko Company
Portner
D. G. Cow Hig
University Men Holda Shindig in Baltimore Banquet
The Maryland branch of the University of Virginia Alumni Association held its annual Baltimore banquet. Over forty members attended including Hon. James W. Denny and Lor ing At Dover of Winchester. Rev. Dr. Arthur B. Kinsolving introduced the speakers calling himself a curtain raiser and proud to beat the shindig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
University of Virginia Alumni Association
Baltimore
Presen
James W.denny
Loring
Dover
Winchester
Arthur B. Kinsolving
Old St. Paul’s Church
Local Election Hinted To Shape School Bond Plans
A council member urges an election next week on a local option amid talk of issuing bonds for a new school. Residents debate whether the vote will influence a separate $10,000 school bond and a larger $25,000 to $50,000 improvement program, with timing tied to the fall term opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bester
E. Holmes. Boyd
Ee Pal
Boyd
Bend Tasue
Fire Co. No 1 Meets to Honor Late Brother Fireman
All members of Friendship Fire Co. No 1 are urged to attend a meeting at 2 p m on Wednesday March 4 at their hall to honor the memory of late Brother Fireman E. Fred Grimm by order of the company signed E T Carper Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendship Fire Co. No 1
Fanerattek
Fred. Grimm
E. T. Carper
Miss Elizabeth Whitacre Visits Aunt in City
Miss Elizabeth Whitacre of Gainesboro visits her aunt Mrs P Whitacre in this city. White Leghorn eggs priced at 27 shillings per dozen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Whitacre
Gainesboro
Dr P. Whitacre
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Friendship
Mr. Grim
C. H. Purcell
Mary D. Jackson
Sarah Zane Co
Imip
John W. Shultz
March
German Smith, Jr
Harry Jack
J.B. Beverley
Alexander Bartie
W. E. Barr
Jacob
H. Baker
Henry Bryarly
Misses
A. D. Beverley
Eloise
Carrie
Sophie Baker
Rebecca
Agnes
Bessie Bell
Edith
Nina Browns
Laysa Seemarte
Sallie
Ellen Ean Burkhart
Bettie
Gussie
Aoe Carter -Conrad
Dorothy Carr
Evy Graham
Ena Gore
Ethel Hansbrough
Mattie Kerr
Carter Penn Lewis
Margretta Miller
Sallie Miller
Laura
Willie
Evy McGuire
Daniel Lupton
Lewis, Godfrey
William Miller
R. T. McGuire
Nelson ‘Page
T. B. Patton
HB Rust
R. Stephenson
William ‘D. Smith
James P. Reardon
A. K. Baker
Mr. Fuqua
Men Holda Shindig
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