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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1908
Page
6
The Abbott lodge of the Knights of Pythias mourns the loss of a valued brother Jacob Schnejn. The lodge resolves to honor his memory by draping the altar and badge of mourning for 30 days and expressing sympathy to his family.
William Jennings Bryan spoke at the Academy of Music in Hagerstown under the Men s Bible Class of St. Pauls United Brethren Church. The lecture titled The Prince of Peace drew Winchester attendees and included a brief note on predatory wealth before a reception and later Elks Hall address on Elkdom.
Marlboro residents report a productive day on the creek with a good haul of fish. Local notices note Mr. Brill improving his property with a new porch and roof, while several visitors travel from Winchester Washington and Stephens City to Marlboro. Farmers complain of slow planting due to wet weather, though grass and wheat benefit from the rain. Mrs. Sowers travels to Martinsburg for a short visit.
Friends and admirers of Col. John S Mosby learn the Garfield Hospital in Washington reports the operation last week was successful. He is recovering well and expected to be out again in due time per a daughter’s letter.
Rev. J. T. Williams opens a protracted meeting at Bethany Sunday evening. He will be assisted during the week by Rev. D. H. Kern of Winchester.
The Morrisville high school ends its most successful year with Prof. Fred M. Alexander as principal. Miss Nan Grabill and Miss Lottie Crittenhem praised for strong support and teaching. the Richmond Times Dispatch notes the high regard for the faculty and student achievement.
Remains of Cecil M. Spaid son of Mr and Mrs Lemuel Spaid formerly of Hampshire county West Virginia now of Washington died at his parents home 1237 Thirty fourth street northwest. The remains arrived in the city last night and were taken to Funk and Son funeral parlors then moved to Shiloh Church for interment. Death was due to catarrhal croup. He is survived by his parents a brother and a sister.
Burton Pingley of Winchester accepted a challenge from Thompson the Martinsburg expert for a half mile race at the Martinsburg rink. Pingley won by several lengths before a large crowd and received enthusiastic cheers. No prize was offered.
A valuable horse owned by Mr. George H. Eagle died last night in the stable at Eagle's Valley Pike residence after a brief illness.
A guide estimates the expense to wire a home, outlining typical materials, labor, and common price ranges for residential electrical projects. The piece notes factors that influence cost such as square footage, circuit complexity, and local rates.
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