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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1902

Page

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Stock Case Decided In Virginia Court

Judge Ararrigon ruled that the Carson Lime Company may transfer stock only on its books under its by laws. Downing and Yates held a 166 share certificate as collateral and later sought to cancel a new certificate issued to Samuel Carson, who later purchased the stock. the court held Section 1149 governs transfers for charters under Section 1145, binding stock transfers to the company’s books.

Ararrigon J. E. Yates A Carson Lime Company Carson Lime Company Downing and Yates Samuel Carson Downing Yaes Law .of Virginia Gircuit Warren County Yates Iso Carson Carson Lime Co Thompson Sahipne

Skunk Chases Boarders At Local Boarding House

An unusual visitor, a skunk, disrupted a South Market Street boarding house last night. It first appeared in the county hitching yard, likely arriving by cord wood, then caused panic among young lady boarders before Mr. Charles Kurtz shot the animal.

Emiline Wright South Market Street Charles Kurtz

Hagerstown Fair Ends Successful 47th Run

The Hagerstown Fair Association concluded its four day 47th annual exhibition with gate receipts totaling 11126.90 up about 1150 from last year. The event drew thousands from the Cumberland Valley and hundreds from Winchester, confirming its role as a popular regional attraction. The Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society’s fair opens next week and should take note of the Maryland fair’s strong attendance and free attractions.

Hagerstown Fair Association Hagerstown Cumberland Valley Winchester Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Society Maryland

Field Force Pump Co to Exhibit at Shenandoah Valley Fair

Elmira New York spraying gear pioneer Field Force Pump Co will exhibit its Power Spraying Machine at the Shenandoah Valley Fair October 21 to 24. The auto operated unit powers from wagon wheels with no hand work, drawing attention to Orchard Monarch and Empire King pest protection methods for fruit growers.

Elmira N. Y Lockport Shenandoah Valley

Death of Well Known Colored Man in Steelton

William Burrill, a respected Black resident, died suddenly in Steelton, Pennsylvania. He previously worked at the Paper Mills in this city and lived in Steelton for about 12 years. Survived by wife Amanda Burrill and daughter Mary F. Wilerson, who reside here. Burial details and funeral arrangements not yet decided.

William Burrill Steelton Burrill Amanda Burrill Mary F. Wilerson

Jas. E. Perper Waxy 10 cts. a drink at J. P. Haddox

An old item notes Jas E Perper priced wax at ten cents a drink at J P Haddox implying a vendor and a local business contact in a small town setting.

Jas. E. Perper J. P. Haddox

Bettina Girard Sentenced to Island Jail in New York

Bettina Girard, once famed as Betty Ordway, is sent to Blackwell's Island for three months after a magistrate in Jefferson Market court concludes she has no friends to aid her. The former actress has faced multiple arrests this month amid heavy drinking, with previous help from Tony Pastor and a booked engagement on Forty second Street.

Bettina Girard Blackwell’s Island Brann Jefferson Market Court New York Thirty-third Street Seventh Avenue Man Stevenson Tenderloin Tony Pastor Fourteenth Street Betty Girard Bettine Girard Winchester Betty Ordway Washington Ordway United States Army Padelford Vienna White Sulphur Springs

Barber Shop Changes Hands in Winchester Area

A deal transfers ownership of a North Main Street barber shop to Geo. Woodward, a noted local barber and tensorial artist, from Harry Woodward. Geo. Woodward has long partnered with brother Frank Woodward, who runs a leading Winchester barber trade. Unclear future plans and shop location. Charles Beaty of Stephens City is in town for business.

Geo. Woodward North Main Street Harry Woodward Frank Woodward Winchester Charles Beaty Stephens City

Miles Candidacy Deliberated by University Board in Virginia

The University of Virginia board of visitors in Lexington debated Colonel Miles for the chairmanship with 17 of 24 professors opposing. Miles demanded a full investigation into his life and the protest was discussed with counsel, but no decision was reached by midnight. The issue has stirred Alumni interest in Winchester and across Virginia.

University of Virginia Lexington Colonel Miles Col. Miles Richard B. Tunstall Norfolk General Alumni Association Charles P. Jones Monterey Daniel Harmon Charlottesville R. Walton Moore Halifax R. Tate Irvin Big Stone Gap Henry Downing Front Royal Carter Glass Lynchburg A. W. Wallace Fredericksburg Eppa Hunton, Jr Richmond H. C. Stuart Elk Garden Mallet Dabney Lile Page Hem Miles Horsley Gardner Pulaski City Winchester Virginia R. Gray Williams Winchester Alumni

Signature of President McKinley Relic in Winchester

The article notes in Winchester a relic bearing President McKinley’s signature. Capt. Thomas H. Savage, superintendent of the National Cemetery, secured the president’s signature on cemetery records during his 1900 visit. The piece highlights McKinley’s stature and national regard amid Civil War-era ties and G A R interest from Washington encampments.

William McKinley McKinley Winchester Masonic Lodge Northland Brotherhood of Masonry Thomas H. Savage National Cemetery The Republic Savage Washington

Tammanites Plan Grand Rally For Third Ward Democrats

The Third Ward Democratic Club known as the Tammanites will hold a grand rally for voters. Public speaking will be the main feature as several prominent speakers have pledged to support the party and a good time is anticipated.

Third Ward Democratic Club The Tammanites

Western State Hospital Board Holds Annual Session

The Western State Hospital board met in Staunton for its annual session. Supt. Benjamin Blackford reports the hospital in good health and food condition with 1 047 patients. A fire at Eastern State Hospital Williamsburg increased admissions from distant parts, leaving many applicants on file awaiting vacancies. Board member Mr. S H Hansbrough attended.

Western State Hospital Staunton Benjamin Blackford Eastern State Hospital Williamsburg 8. H. Hansbrough

Crescent Club Holds Pleasant Meeting Near Brucetown

The Crescent Club a northern county social group met last night at the Misses Jobe residence near Brucetown. Members enjoyed the gathering with interesting papers read by Miss Willie Huyett and Miss Bessie Jobe.

Crescent Club County

County Couple Wed in Hagerstown

Miss Angie V. Sanger and Mr. George W. Mason both of Frederick county were married at Grace United Brethren Church parsonage in Hagerstown Maryland by Rev. A M Evans on Thursday. The couple begins their married life as two minds with a single thought and two hearts that beat as one.

Hagerstown Angie V. Sanger George W. Mason Frederick County Grace United Brethren Church South Mulberry Street A. M. Evans

Winchester Round Club Meeting At Evans Building

The Winchester Round Club held a large meeting last night in the Evans building with President Maurice Sumption presiding. About 25 members attended, making it one of the largest gatherings in years.

Winchester Round Club Evans Building Maurice Sumption

Carrie Nation Thrown Out of Texas Barroom

Carrie Nation, the saloon smasher, was ejected from a Texas bar by the proprietor. She attempted a temperance address on the curb but was interrupted by police and chased from town.

Carrie Nation Texas

Delightful Pond Party At Mrs Hines Home

Miss Ruth Hines and Miss Emma Clowser surprised Mrs Hines with a pond party at her South Main Street home last night. The event featured games and decorated tables with autumn flowers and refreshments. Attendees included Mamie Russell, Ida Russell, Sophia Carper, Mary Dunn, Fannie Grim, Nellie Cleveland, Stella Seabright, Viola Shiner, Ethel Clowser, Zarah Pingley, Emma Hines, Walter Sibert, Harry Bryant, Clinton Haddox, John McCoy, Linsey Fuller, Miller Carter Scribner, George Shiner, John Kater.

Ruth Hines Emma Cloweer Mrs. Hines South Main Street Mamie Ida Russell Sophia Carper Mary Dunn Fannie Grim Nellie Cleveland Stella Seabright Viola Shiner Ethel Clowser Zarah Pingley Emma Hines Walter Sibert Harry Bryant Clinton Haddox John McCoy Son Linsey Fuller Miller A Carter Scribner George — Shiner John Kater

Shenandoah Academy boys meet Randolph-Macon at Front Royal

Shenandoah Academy boys travel in crowds to Front Royal to face Randolph-Macon Academy in a 2:30 pm football game. Randolph-Macon arrives with a strong squad and heavy players after a month of practice.

Shenandoah Academy Randolph-Macon Academy Front Royal Academy W. M. Kemper Edmund Terrell L. HB Frank Walter Lawrence Weems Claude Ryan Billy” Miller R. E. Howard Clowe L. E. Aadutv OK Gtn Arty Een R. T David Reardon da Heey L. G Winchester-town Terrell Carlisle Shenandoah Valley Agricultural Fair

Opening of Kremer Hats Event in October Display

Miss Kremer invites the public to an opening on October 15 16 and 17 featuring latest New York styles in trimmed hats and novelties A select line of ceilings will be shown and showcased to patrons on those days.

Miss Kremer New York

Preaching at Union Chapel on Valley Avenue Sunday

Union Chapel on Valley avenue hosts a Sunday afternoon service at 3:30 led by Rev. John E. Bushnell. The church, formerly the Old Adventist Church, runs a flourishing Union Sunday School nearby.

Union Chapel Valley Avenue John E. Bushnell Old Adventist Church

Mr. Anderson Returns From Business Trip

Mr. Arthur Anderson returned home from a business trip up the valley. He represents the Anderson Glove Company of this city and is taking orders for The Old Dominion March which he recently composed and has been quite successful with.

Anderson Arthur Anderson Anderson Glove Company

Larrick and Wright Sell 500 Acres of Virginia Timber Land

Messrs James Larrick and George Wright of Middletown report a sale of their 500 acre timber tract in Burg County Virginia. They found a purchaser and realized a considerable profit on the transaction.

James Larrick George Wright Middletown Burg County

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