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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1901
Page
1
A Virginia Valley appeal supports Edward Echols of Augusta as a capable, unblemished candidate for governor. The letter credits his public service as Lieutenant Governor and stresses his patriotic commitment to the Commonwealth and traditional reform during the 1901 political era.
At last night’s council meeting representatives from the Charley Rouss, Friendship, Sarah Zane and South End Hose Companies urged a $1600 purchase of 1800 feet of hose. Each company asked for 500 feet to restore gear after heavy use and a county fire test. The ordinance, advancing to third reading, allocates funds for 1300 feet to three lines and 800 feet for the South End, pending final passage.
Arrangements are under way for the rededication of Grace Lutheran church on Sunday May 26 with special services by the Young People Prayer Meeting Society the Sunday School and both worship sessions. Rev. Dr. D M Gilbert of Harrisburg and Rev. Dr. L G M Miller of Roanoke former pastors are expected to attend. The church edifice is described as among the handsomest in the Valley and this marks the second major improvement since its initial dedication.
Mr. F. M. Winter of Frederick Maryland is at the Taylor House representing the International Correspondence School of Scranton Pennsylvania and succeeds Mr HH. E. Arnold as district agent. Mr Arnold is now with the home office. Mr. T. B. Herr of Roanoke connected with the same school is also in town.
Winchester Commandery No 12 Knights Templar traveled to Martinsburg West Virginia for a parade with Union Cornet Band. Eminent Sir A M Baker led ninety tickets were sold for the Cumberland Valley Railroad. A banquet awaited visiting Knights and the group planned a late return to Winchester. Vernon B Garton represented Taz Evening Star.
Mr. Miller wins a competitive Roanoke examination for Annapolis Naval Academy appointment selected by Congressman Otey. He is son of Rev L G Miller former Grace Lutheran pastor and now pastor in Roanoke. Winchester people take pride in another local youth pursuing an honorable future.
A wealthy visitor, Mr Brannon of Washington, spent yesterday with Mr John Malady before returning home. Brannon once worked at the Government Printing Office and later inherited a large fortune. He recently toured Europe.
Winchester city council forms a fund raising plan to aid Jacksonville Florida after a devastating fire. A committee of C A Heller L N Barton and J P Haddox will organize two ladies from each ward to solicit contributions with Mayor Barton issuing a proclamation urging citizen cooperation.
The Virginia Woolen Mills at Winchester linked to Mr. W. H. Crawford and the Crawford mills will begin full operation on May 15. If the new industry proves as substantial as the Crawford mill in Martinsburg, Winchester will never regret the investment.
Laugh loving crowd invited to Court House Hall Thursday at 8 p m for an Old Maids Convention. President from Bosting will preside and Ann Ruggles will keep the audience laughing throughout the event.
George Stewart Brown, nephew of Mrs. John N Bell, is re elected to the First Branch Baltimore City Council from the Eleventh ward defeating Republican W S Baldwin. Democrats claim strong showings in other wards and note Brown’s past council record and clashes with party boss. Brown’s 442 vote margin matches his tally two years ago.
Mrs. H. D. Fuller, a renowned musician in the area, will direct the musical portion of the Old Fashioned entertainment at The Auditorium on May 21. The event, organized by Rolles Hook & Ladder Company, is billed as the finest of its kind in years.
At a recent meeting of the Board of Stewards of the M E Church the Sunday School movement to procure funds for improvements to that church was sanctioned, so far as it applies to Winchester.
Miss Katie Anderson learns from Martinsburg of her father Joseph Andersons death last night. she lives with her uncle J. P. Siler in Williamsport.
The United States Express Company with local agent Wm. E. Grim will carry small packages and money untrusted for the relief of Jacksonville sufferers free of charge.
Col B D Gibson of Charles Town West Virginia has been reappointed as a director of the Weston Hospital for the insane.
The Winchester city council held a shorter than expected session with most members present except two due to illness. Officials reviewed April finances, water usage surged from 1900, coal costs rise, and several ordinances for insurance, water system improvements, and street materials passed.
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