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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1900
Page
2
A column condemns runaway marriages from Frederick County to Hagerstown where brides often meet old age laws, aided by a local preacher and a court clerk. It notes the risk to local pastors, the thrill of parental obstruction, and the habit of newspapers exposing couples gaining attention while avoiding Virginia age limits.
A Maryland bill would require both parties or guardians to swear ages before license issuance to curb underage marriages. If either party is under 18 for women or 21 for men the license is barred. The ministerial union of Cumberland supports the measure to stop elopements and age misrepresentation.
The Star reports intelligence from Berryville that a citizens meeting is set at the Court House tonight to organize a fire company. The call follows recent fire losses, including a schoolhouse valued at 10,000 dollars, with nearby properties saved by strenuous effort and providential weather. Berryville lacks a fire department like neighboring towns and aims to establish one.
Announced nuptials for Ada Dunn daughter of Mr and Mrs Thos L Dunn of Martinsburg to Frederick B Hollis with ceremony planned March 28 at the bride’s home. Edw Naile the Harpers Ferry fireman is expected to survive. Charles Gaunt attended a Clarke county dance at Woodley Hall. Berryville may see acetylene gas lighting soon. Baptist pastor calls members to church meeting next Friday. EB B Jackson
The notice advertises railway connections at Harpers Ferry for all points west. It offers rates and tickets and directs inquiries to any B. & O. Railroad office. General Manager Wood and D. D. B. Martin, Manager Passenger Traffic, are named.
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