Second Day of Farmers' Institute Impresses Large Attendance
The second day in Court House Hall drew immense crowds for the Farmers Institute. Essays and lectures showed careful research and practical knowledge, with Mrs. MM Lyser's paper on public schools sparking robust discussion. Local officials and educators, including Dr Williams Best, Mrs James Taylor, and State Ag Commissioner G W Kuiner, spoke on school and agricultural matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
Court House Hall
Wm. J. Best
Brucetown
James ‘Taylor
G. W. Kuiner
Institute
E. R. Stipe
Clearbrook
LA Tampa
York
Early Morning Fire In Winchester Averted By Alert Neighbor
A south Winchester house fire was halted by James B. Hodgson who woke early, alerted Joseph H. Lyder and wife, and helped contain the blaze until the South End Hose Company arrived. The outhouse burned, fences charred, and the fire spread toward the main house before extinguished. The fire is labeled incendiary and Lyder remains ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
James B. Hodgson
Hodgson
South Market Street
Joseph H. Lyder
Grim and Haymakers
South Main Street
Richmond Leather Works Challenges Valuation Law
Richmond Leather Manufacturing Company hires Mr. Who. L. Royall to test the validity of the legislature’s act creating Commissioners of Valuation. The case seeks an injunction to restrain the State printer from printing the law, with Royall asserting the journal omits proof the act passed by a constitutional vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Leather Manufacturing Company
Who. L. Royall
Commissioners of Valuation
Richmond Company
Big Meeting Expected At Court House Hall
Interest runs high among business men for a meeting at Court House Hall Friday evening with Mayor R. T. Barton presiding. A large citizen turnout is anticipated as prominent speakers address the gathering. Additional petition names include George We. Blake T. J. Orndorff Miller Supply Company M. H. G. Will A. Heller John Solenberger and Wm. Hillyard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House Hall
R. T. Barton
George We. Blake
T. J. Orndorff
Miller Supply Company
M. H. G. Will
A. Heller
John Solenberger
Wm. Hillyard
Krox's $5 derbys spark interest for Horsex ATWELL
Krox announces five dollar derbys drawing attention from Horsex and ATWELL. The event targets local bettors and racing fans with a low entry fee and competitive fields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krox
Horsex & Atwell
Winchester man appointed steward of Virginia School for the Deaf
Joseph 8. Denny of Winchester received official notice of appointment as steward of the Virginia School for the Deaf Dumb and Blind at Staunton. The salary is 1200 dollars yearly for two years. the post follows the resignation of Judge W. S. Gooch. Denny, an old Winchester boy, will depart for Staunton to prepare for duties ahead of his April 1 term.
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Joseph
Denny
Virginia School For the Deaf, Dumb and Blind
Staunton
W. S. Gooch
Louisa
Winchester
Robt. A. Denny
Libert & Denny
Denny & Bro
Shenandoah Valley Academy
D. D. & B. School
Diamonds Stolen In Hot Springs Diamond Heist Ties To Mrs Hanna
Norfolk and Western Railroad detectives arrested two men in Harrisonburg Virginia on charges of stealing more than $12,000 worth of diamonds. Authorities believe the fugitives may be tied to a separate Hot Springs Virginia case where Mrs. Mark Hanna was robbed of diamonds valued above $12,000 weeks earlier.
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Norfolk and Western Railroad
Harrisonburg
Hot Springs
Mark Hanna
Married couple leaves Woodstock seeking new life
Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. O Neal of near Woodstock departed on a northbound freight train refusing to disclose their destination. It is believed they headed to Keyser West Virginia where O Neal has found work. He stated he had been married five months and had not eloped, and a local official advised them to leave the state to avoid complications. Spring derbys of Knox's make at Horsey Atwell's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. O'Neal
Woodstock
Keyser
W. Va
O’neal
Republicans Plan Mass Meeting for County and State Conventions
A Republican County Committee meeting in this city laid plans for a mass meeting in Winchester on March 26 to elect four delegates and four alternates to the Congressional Convention at Front Royal on April 3 and to the State Convention at Norfolk on April 10. The gathering may nominate a congressional candidate in the district. a county committee will also be elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican County Committee
A. C. Brown
Winchester
Front Royal
Norfolk
Congress
Brown
Frederick County
No. 6 Traveling Oil Tank Clarity Sparks Local Debate
Our community reports a white painted traveling oil tank marked Southern Oil Co in green. It toured nearby sites including Parkersburg West Virginia on March 5 and returned March 12 carrying Standard Oil oil. The piece accuses Standard Oil of deceiving the public and warns buyers to seek Economy Safety and Best Light from local grocers to resist trust oppression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Oil Co
StanpaRp Om Co
Parkersburg
W. VA
Standard Oil Co
Brunswick
Canton
Baltimore
Ox. Co
Soa Grocers
Baptist Church Meeting Announcement
The pastor requests all members of the Baptist Church to be present at a meeting to be held on next Friday night at the Church. FE. B. Jackcom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Baptist Church
FE. B. Jackcom
Corner stone laying ceremony for Rouss City Hall
Hiram Lodge accepts invitation to lay the corner stone of the new Rouss City Hall in May with Winchester Commandery Knights Templar as escort. Equality Lodge No 44 of Martinsburg and visiting commanderies may join. event expected to be a major city occasion with strong public participation.
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New Rouss City Hall
Hiram Lodge
Winchester
Knights Templar
Equality Lodge No. 44
Martinsburg
W. Va
Monument plan for Gen Daniel Morgan at Mt Hebron Cemetery
A joint meeting of committees from five city fire companies will gather at 8 p.m. tomorrow at the Friendship Fire Company house to organize, elect officers, and begin work on a monument for Gen Daniel Morgan. Participants include leaders from the Friendship, Sarah Zane, Charley Rouss, and Rouss Hook and Ladder companies and plans will be reported back to their firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen
Daniel Morgan
Friendship Fire Company
Mt. Hebron
Congress
Joint Committee
Chas. H. Hardy
James M. Haymaker
Samuel R. Atwell
Samuel L. Laren
O. J. Franks
J. P. Haddox
Friendship
Robi. L. Gray
Frank Willis
A. Rush Snapp
D. McDonald
Henry Moling
Sarah Zane
B. Brooke Baker
J. Madison Spurr
John B. Graber
D. F. Haines
John P. Sartelle
Charley Rouss Fire Company
Luther Maphis
L. N. Barton
J. M. Long
L. J. Barr
Stewart Bell
Rouss Hook and Ladder
Bulan Captured in Luzon by American Forces
A letter from the Philippines describes the capture of Bulan, a town of 13,000, after landing near its outskirts. American troops took the city without firing a shot, seizing four artillery pieces, 35 Remington rifles, 5,000 rounds, and a band set, while rebels reportedly delayed surrender.
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San Pedro Maceti
Manila
Hancock
Helena
Nashville
Luzon
Albaga
Legaspi
Winchester
Isaac Ritter
Archie Davidson
Bulan
Rouss Bust Fund Donations Recorded
A historical note lists funds collected by several donors including Miss Lucy Russell from the Houcks amounting to 807.98 and Miss McVicar from Mrs. Janney with 1.00, plus small entries for Dr. Reed and John H. Barnett totaling 818.48 deposited in the bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy Russell
C. W. Houck
McVicar
L. C. Janney
C. W. Reed
John H. Barnett Ty
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ria
Mr. Joseph
Knox
Horsey & Atwell’s
Martinsburg Lodge
Morgan Monument
Philippines
Bulan Dear Star Island
Rouss
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