Murder of New York magnate by son ends in suicide
The Star reports George E. Sterry, a 70 year old New York merchant, was murdered by his son who then killed himself. The elder Sterry was to marry Miss Blaikie on June 3. the son opposed the match and acted violently. The piece defends paternal rights and criticizes a senator named Platt, then notes a breach of promise case involving Mrs Sarah Thompson, a grandmother of over 60. Continued on page 4.
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Nemo
George E. Sterry
New York
City
Sterry
Blaikie
George
The
Baltimore Sun
Thespaper
Mr. Sterry
Miss Blatkie
Sarah Thompson
Bishop Gibson Open Pulpit Debate in Virginia Council
The Virginia Episcopal Council at Fredericksburg adjourned to Leesburg next year. Bishop Gibson's open pulpit canon remarks sparked debate as delegates elected to the Pan Anglican Conference in London for 1908. The bishop’s archdeacon request passed and leaders urged continued unity and quiet religious service.
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Virginia Episcopal Council
Fredericksburg
Leesburg
D. Smith
Christ Church
W. Co.Marshall
Episcopal Female Institute
E. B. Barwell
Gibson
J. Bowman
J. R. Ellis
H. C. Marchand
J. W. Ware
London
R. A. Gibson
F. W. Neve
Thomas C. Durst
Joseph Bryan
P. H. Mayo
Joseph Wilmer
Virginia
Meagan
Episcopal Church
Lord Jesus Christ
Desirable Building Lot For Sale On North Braddock Street
Building lot fronting North Braddock Street about 200 feet with depth near 450 feet. Can be divided into multiple building lots. Excellent location. M. M. Lynch, Attorney. Also note sale of bran and middling at Hook's Mill. Price 16 shillings per 16 pounds?
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Braddock Street
M. M. Lynch
Mrs Rosanna McCormick Dies at Ninety in Berryville
Mrs Rosanna Elizey McCormick widow of the late Francis McCormick died about 3:30 yesterday at her Berryville home in her ninetieth year after weeks of illness. Funeral at 4:30 Sunday at Grace Protestant Episcopal Church with Rev Edward Wall. burial in church graveyard beside her husband. Survived by son Samuel McCormick Clarke County Circuit Court clerk and three daughters Mrs Thomas McCormick Mrs Rose Lewis and Mrs Marshall McDonald, plus grandchildren and many relatives. She was mother of the late Dr Cyrus McCormick, a prominent physician. Prior to marriage she was Miss Rose Elizey of Loudoun County.
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Berryville
Rosanna Elizey McCormick
Francis Tana Tik
Vena
Grace Protestant Episcopal Church
Edward Wall
Clarke County
Thomas McCormick
Rose Lewis
Marshall McDonald
Washington
Cyrus McCormick
Francis McCormick
Virginia
Mr. McCormick
Frederick County Democratic Convention Set For May 30
Frederick county officials announce a county Democratic Convention to be held May 30 at 11 o clock in the city. The county is entitled to nine votes at the State Convention in Roanoke on June 11, and it is urged that delegates and alternates attend. Democratic voters are urged to be present at the May 30 meeting.
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Frederick County
Roanoke
Shad Dinner Returns From Washington Voyage
Mr. H. F. Byrd arrived this morning after attending the annual shad bake by the United States Fish Commissioner George M. Bowers. The government yacht carried the party from Washington to Bryan's Point about 20 miles away where the event was hosted with West Virginia leaders and several high officials attending.
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H. F. Byrd
Washington
United States
George M. Bowers
Bryan’s Point
West Virginia
Impressive Virginia Estate Gets New Macadam Driveway
Mr. James B. Hodgson finished a one mile macadamized driveway at The Tulleyries, one of Virginia's finest estates, owned by Graham F. Blandy of New York. The improvement will enhance visits by Mr Blandy and his bride and their guests for the coming summer in Virginia.
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James B. Hodgson
A B Parsonage To Be Sold in Stephens City May 30
A.B. Parsonage notice states property to be sold in Stephens City on May 30. The listing mentions a six team facility with an cistern and stable among readable features.
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Stephens City
Walbrook Beats Winchester In Ninth Inning Baseball Clash
Walbrook earns a 2 1 victory at Reservoir Park after Malone belts a ninth inning homer off Winchester ace Jack Shiner. Shiner, despite a sore arm, shines for Winchester with seven strikeouts. McDonald Kragt and Malone figure among key moments as both teams commit no errors. Time 1 hour 35 minutes. Umpire Mr. Anderson.
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Walbrook , Athletic Club
Winchester
Reservoir Park
Walbrook
Marylanders
Baker
Duggan
Malone
Kragt
Shiner
Russell
Eichelberger
Maher
Mr. Anderson
Widow of Michael Pope Dies in Berryville at 69
Mrs. Michael Pope longtime Berryville resident died at her home after a lingering illness. She was in her seventieth year. Survived by two daughters Mrs. E J Cunningham and Miss Jennie Pope of Berryville and a son Arthur Pope of Connecticut.
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The
Star
Behffville
Michael
Pope
Michael Pope
Berryville
E. J. Cunningham
Jennie Pope
Arthur Pope
Connecticut
The Indies Free Admittance at The New Rink
At the corner of Stewart and Wolf Streets this week attractions headline free sessions for gentlemen in morning and afternoon. Skating for owners costs 10 cents per session. Private skates kept in thorough repair at no charge. Time indicated 12 to 1 p.m. tf.
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Stewart and Wolf Sts
James Leaves Bushnells Drug Firm Name Change at Main Street
Mr James is no longer employed by George E B Bushnell Co the long established druggists at 9 N Main St He is succeeded by Charles T Walters a reliable registered Virginia pharmacist who will devote full attention to prescriptions
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M. C. James
George EB. Bushnell & Co
N. Main St
Charles T. Walters
Virginia
Real Fun Tonight at Market Street Rink Event
A Market Street rink hosts a Skidoo party and Gift Carnival with a Boys shoe contest. Admission is 10 cents and skate rental 10 cents in view of the prizes presented.
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Market Street
Friendship Fire Company Wins Reel Race at Martinsburg
The Friendship Fire Company's reel team won first prize in reel races at the Cumberland Valley Firemen's Association convention in Martinsburg. The company also took top honors for having the most men in the parade, drawing hundreds cheering as they arrived home. Prize money were 125 for the reel team and 26 for the organization. witnesses praised a 35 second run from start to a 250 yard distance with a heavy hose reel.
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Friendship Fire Company
Cumberland Valley Piremen’s Association
Martinsburg
Cumberland Valley
Cork Street
Fred Forney
Arthur Ritter
Little Girl Heir to Millions Born to Mr and Mrs J Ogden Hammond
A daughter was born yesterday to Mr. and Mrs J Ogden Hammond of New York. The child and mother are reported well. Mrs Hammond was formerly Miss Mary Stevens of Castle Point Hoboken New Jersey. Mr Hammond is well known in New York business and society circles.
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J. Ogden - Hammond
New York
Hammond
Mary Stevens
John Stevens
Castle Point
Hoboken
N. J
Este
Mr. Hammond
Petey Anderson Breaks Arm At Strasburg Skating Rink
Petey Anderson of this city broke his right arm between the elbow and wrist while performing stunts at the skating rink in Strasburg yesterday evening. He was up and smiling today despite the injury.
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Strasburg
Petey’’ Anderson
Petey
Presbyterian Church Plans Children's Day Service in Greensboro
Rev. Dr. J. H. Lacy attends the general assembly meeting in Greensboro as services for Children's Day are held at 11 o'clock Sunday morning at the Presbyterian Church. Rev. Dr. James R. Graham, pastor emeritus, will give the address. No services are scheduled for the evening.
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J. H. Lacy
Greensboro
N. C
General Assembly of
The
Presbyterian Church
James R. Graham
Nation figures in trouble at West Point saloon
Mrs. Nation entered a saloon in West Point Virginia yesterday and was arrested by a police officer. The mayor fined her five dollars for disorderly conduct and, after denouncing the mayor, a second five dollar fine for contempt of court. She paid the fines and departed for Richmond.
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Carry Nation
West Point
Richmond
York Virginia Weather Report Fair Tonight and Sunday
A weather note from York Virginia forecasts fair conditions for tonight and Sunday. Winds light, clear skies, no precipitation expected. Temperatures mild with cooler overnight periods.
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York
Virginia
Tupton to Preach at First Baptist Sunday Services
In the pastor’s absence Rev. Dr. J.W. Tupton will deliver the sermon at the First Baptist Church this Sunday morning and evening, offering readings and reflections for worship.
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J.W. Tupton
First Baptist Church
Winchester Fans Praise Blundering Mr Brown Stage Hit
A Winchester audience enjoyed The Blundering Mr Brown at the torium benefiting the baseball team. The three act Haro! comedy centers on Mr Brown and his wife’s schemes over a marriage, with strong turns by Randolph T McGuire and James C Collins. The production, directed by Mrs G Wy Patten, impressed despite a smaller crowd than prior shows.
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Mr. Brown
Minnie Tete
Randolph T. McGuire
James C. Collins
Patrick Dolan
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Simon
Platt
Bishop Gibson
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Clarke
A.B. Parsonage
Maryland
Mrs. Pope
Bushnells
Comipany
Mrs. Nation
Blandering Arneowh
Winchester Co Club
Auditoriim
Bessie
Lord Pennyworth
Jim
Clara
Horton
Brown
Blorton
Mrs. Patten
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