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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
1
A column notes quirky jokes by Baltimore figure Dulany and a rash of sensational deeds around death symbols and mistaken deaths. It also discusses odd marriages including a physician marrying his stepmother and a man marrying his mother-in-law after divorce. Page 2 promises a market and skating event with a rabbit chase for a circulating gold medal.
Judge Thomas W. Harrison clarifies the game law issues discussed in The Star. He states that buying selling or shipping game birds out of state is restricted and wild turkeys cannot be shipped for sale, while some birds may be gifted or kept as baggage with conditions. He notes the law is complex and advises reading the statute.
Frederick County Teachers Association held a monthly meeting at the Court House hall with nearly 100 attendees from Winchester and county. President N. D. Cool presided and plans were made to hold a patrons day session on the last Friday of each month to show parents the pupils' work. Treasurer S. M. Chiles reported about $2,000 in cash on hand. The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday December 12.
Miss Laura Washington Gold became the bride of Francis Baldwin Crawford of Maryland at Cedar Mead in Frederick County. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Dr. Henry M. White with Rev. Dr. J. H. Lacy assisting. The couple will reside in McDonough, Maryland after a wedding journey.
Local interest heats up after national election as Robert G. Gibbens, son of former City Treasurer C. M. Gibbens, enters race to succeed Postmaster Bentley Kern. Gibbens, a veteran post office inspector, has led several postal law enforcement actions and previously served as assistant postmaster here. Petition drives support both candidates. Kern holds the office with a $2,600 annual salary, term not expiring for 15 months.
Announcement that Ralph Earsom of Cumberland livery stables married Annie Lowery formerly of Winchester and resident of Cumberland two years. The ceremony took place Wednesday evening October 28 at the parsonage with Rev. Edward Hayes officiating.
Mr. James Grant travels to Rosedale Louisiana to visit his brother Dr. Robert Grant who long resided there. Dr. Grant once worked with Dr. Love, married Judge Talbott’s daughter of Plaquemine, now runs a large practice in Louisiana. Both men are sons of John Grant owner of the Clark mansion at Fort Loudoun site.
In a brief note M Gibbens rejects claims by Kern supporters that his petitions serve personal interests or promote Robert Gibbons for postoffice. He states his son seeks the office, but he does not, and there the matter ends.
Ring lost Thursday near the Auditorium or on Market or Water streets, with a red and white set. Liberal reward offered for return to Star office.
The ad promises savings on suits overcoats hats caps shoes and gents furnishings at Haddox with a guarantee to lower costs.
Charley Rouss Fire Company held its monthly meeting Friday with 60 to 70 members present. Several new members joined and officers approved plans for a January bazar and oyster supper. The new automobile hose carriage purchased last month was inspected and found in perfect condition.
Miss Minnie Adel Cham berlin and Mr Charles May berry Sencindiver were wed at the bride’s home by Rev C L Potter. The groom’s father married 23 years ago on November 4 1885. Cousins Mr Henry Chamberlin and Miss Jane Chamberlin of Antioch attended. The couple will reside near Welltown.
At the residence of Mrs J W Bryarly 5168 Main St Tuesday afternoon and evening November 40 refreshments and fancy articles for sale Ted Peet attended the event.
At the regular meeting the committee reported purchasing a lighter hose reel to be installed in December. Since last annual meeting the company adopted installing lighter horses and apparatus, with two chestnut sorrels bought and the new reel estimated to weigh 1,000 pounds less than the current reel. An invitation to the Berryville Cornet Band bazar on November 12 was accepted. attendance is expected next Friday evening, with reports requested to Captain Gray.
Mrs. Eliza Kline widow of John J. Kline of Middletown Frederick county Virginia died last night at her daughter Mrs. Allen H. Kilmer home in Martinsburg after lingering illness aged in Martinsburg She leaves one daughter Mrs Kilmer of Martinsburg one son C N Kline of Middletown 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren One of her sons was the late Daniel Kline former janitor of the county courthouse in Winchester Services will be held at Mrs Kilmer s home Monday morning then burial in Mount Hebron Cemetery Winchester She was a member of the Southern Methodist Church.
A best authority suggests Fred W. Carpenter longtime private secretary to Taft would become secretary to President Taft on March 4. Names floated include William Loeb Jr for navy and Brig. Gen. Clarence Edwards as potential War secretary.
Mrs Ruth Bryan Leavitt daughter of William J Bryan will seek an absolute divorce from Homer Leavitt an artist in Chicago courts after the election. She also seeks custody of their children. Also mentions Mrs T B Massie leaving for Somes Md to visit her daughter Mrs Wloyd.
Maryland completes official count showing Taft leading in state totals but six of eight Bryan electors chosen. Baltimore canvass adds Taft gains. bets on Bryan winners pending final electoral college settlement. Fifth District contest likely with Saunders leading Parsons by a narrow margin but official results in doubt.
A large blue and gold jardinier was stolen from the front veranda on Fairmount Avenue. A reward of $5 is offered for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of the thief. G. C. Miller, 528 Fairmount Ave.
Readable fragments show dealers mentioned in the Washington Sunday Star era. The item notes emphasis on both quality and quantity in trade coverage.
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