Young couple wed in Stephens City steps to altar
John William Norris of Brunswick Maryland and Mary McCoy of Winchester married at the Stephens City Methodist church South after a change in plans. The ceremony delayed by minister's absence drew a large crowd and was performed at 10 PM with Rice showers as the couple departed for home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Stephens City
John William Norris
Brunswick
Mary McCoy
Kernstown
Opequon Memorial Church
H. M. White
Stephens Ciy
Brown
Winchester
Carrie Yeakley
John Smith
Tur Star
Mrs. Norris
Norris
Baltimore
Mr. Norris
Court Stops While Circus Parade Passes
A $4.67 debt suit drew a large crowd to the Police Court as a circus parade paused proceedings. Baker & Co. against J. L. Pentz concerned interest on a past due bill of goods. Judge Bragenler ruled for Baker for the $467 claim after evidence was heard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker & Co
J. L. Pentz
Baker and Company
Bragenler
Mr. Pent
City tax due 1902 with September deadline
Taxpayers are notified that city taxes for 1902 are due now. Taxes unpaid by September 30, 1902 will incur a 3 percent penalty. City Treasurer Gro H. Kryzet signs the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gro. H. Kryzet
Crowding at Western State Hospital Reaches Full Capacity
Western State Hospital at Staunton is filled to about 1,042 patients with many waiting for admission to the state facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western State Hospital
Staunton
Eppilican
Grove Bros. Win in Supreme Court Virginia case
In the Virginia Court of Appeals the decision of Judge T W Harrison was affirmed in Grove vs Grove. Virginia Grove widow of John G Grove contends that Franklin and William Grove must share purchase money for Stonewall Woolen Mills property. The court held the statute of limitations did not apply and Virginia Grove must pay one third of the purchase price to gain one third interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Appeals of
Virginia
T. W Harrison
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Grove
Virginia Grove
Grove Bros
Harrison
Supreme Court
T. W.harrison
John G. Grove
Frankin
William Grove
Stonewall
Winchester
John R. Grove
Franklin
W.grove
Court of Appeals
Horse Performs Somersault in Circus Street Sideshow
A Sun Brothers circus act in town drew a crowd when a horse slipped at Braddock and Water streets. Dr. P. W. Boyd witnessed the incident as the wagon tilted and the animal somersaulted in the shafts, injuring its head but causing only a broken cross bar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun Brothers’ Circus
Braddock and
Water Streets
P. W. Boyd
Gyp sies Encamped Near Winchester Readied for Fate
For several days a number of Gyp sies have been encamped about a mile south of Winchester near the intersection of the Millwood pike and the old Hollingsworth road leading to the pumping station. Last night the camp was visited by a number of young ladies and gentlemen anxious to learn what fate had in store for them from the readers of the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Millwood Pike
Hollingsworth Road
Missionaries join Charlestown church with two ex workers
In Charlestown West Virginia the church adds Miss Augusta V Wilson sister of Bishop A W Wilson and Miss Laura O Strider as ex missionaries. Rev B F Ball serves as pastor. Elizabeth Kern daughter of Postmaster Bentley Kern departs for Baltimore to attend the Women's College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlestown
W. Va
John Brown
Our Church
Augusta V. Wilson
A. W. Wilson
Laura O. Strider
B. F. Ball
Nashville Advocate
Elizabeth Kern
Bentley Kern
Baltimore
The
Women’s College of That
Sun Bros Shows Arrives in Town
Sun Bros. Wagon show from Gerards town West Virginia arrived about 8 o clock this morning. They performed twice in Gerards town and pitched on the Shaull lot for a 1 PM street parade. Despite a small parade, the troupe is praised for quality performances rivaling larger outfits. An afternoon show drew a good crowd with another performance scheduled for this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun Bros
Gerardstown
W. Va
Winchester
Dastardly Attempt To Wreck Westbound Express
A derailment attempt at Butler's Flat near Kearneysville West Virginia disrupted a westbound Baltimore and Ohio express carrying Winchester papers. A freight train struck a rail, derailing pony wheels but injuring no one. detectives search for the would be wreckers as the express was expected shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
Baltimore & Ohio
Winchester
Butler’s Flat
Kearneysville
West Va
Butler
Forty two Voters Register Last Night
Registrars closed books at three wards revealing 42 total city voters. First ward 10, second ward 22, third ward 5. Interest in registering wanes as in recent evenings few voters appeared.
Frescoing Delayed But Church Work Nears Finish
The Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church frescoing faces a brief delay after a meeting with frescoer George W Strichy and the building committee. The project will be completed in a few days. Mrs Sarah Boyd and husband R E Boyd sold part of their lot near the Cumberland Valley Railroad to Mr French Henry for 50 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church
George W. Strichy
Sarah Boyd
R. E. Boyd
R.M. Henry
Cumberland Valley Railroad
French Henry
Yard Party and Supper at Stephens City
The ladies of the M. E. Church at Stephens City plan a yard party and supper in the school house yard on September 19 and 20 to benefit the parsonage. Supper costs 20 cents, 15 cents for families of three or more. All are invited. Mr. Holmes Stine has returned home today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephens City
M. E
School House
Mrs. Eliza Grove Dies in Martinsville
Mrs. Eliza Grove, 65, stepmother of C F Grove, died at her son Miller Grove's Martinsville home. Funeral directors Funk & Ray will bring remains to Braddock Street, then to High View Christian Church for services and burial beside the church graveyard. She was a Frederick County native, formerly Miss Brill, and widow of Cyrus Grove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Grove
Water Street
Eliza Grove
Miller Grove
Martinsville
Messrs. Funk & Ray
Boyce
North
Braddock Street
Christian Church
High View
Grove
Frederick County
Martinaville
J. L. Herrell
C. F Grove
City
John E Grove
Capon Springs
W. Va
John McCoy
Winchester
Ward Suit to Be Heard on Nov 1 in Winchester
Ex City Solicitor R M Ward sues the city of Winchester for a 12500 fee. Trial date likely November 1 under tew law with governor appointing a special judge. Counsel include Charles Faulkner W Va and Conrad Kownslar Berryville for Ward. Holmes Conrad Byrd Steck and A Moore Jr for the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Ward
Winchester
Ward
Charles J. Faulkner
Martinsburg
W. Va
Messrs
Marshall McCormick
Conrad Kownslar
Berryville
Holmes Conrad
R. E Byrd
John M. Steck
A. Moore, Jr
Dangerously Ill With Peritonitis In Beaumont
A telegram to Mrs. Fred A. Graichen from Beaumont Texas says Mrs. W. H. Baillie formerly Miss Mary Moore of Winchester is gravely ill with peritonitis. An operation was performed yesterday but officials indicate it may have failed. Mrs. Baillie, daughter of the late Col. L. T. Moore, was a prominent society figure here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred A. Gratchen
Beaumont
Texas
W. H. Baillie
Mary Moore
Winchester
Star
His Lamp was Not Trimmed or Burning
A young prisoner appeared before Judge Bragonier in the Police Court for violating the city ordinance requiring lamps on bicycles at night. The frightened boy, son of a local professional and a paper carrier for The Star, faced lock up but was dismissed with a warning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bragonier
Bragomier
Horse for Sale in Winchester Virginia
A dark gray horse aged six or younger, not under five, with weight between 1200 and 1300 pounds. Apply to 9 Gott C Ross Bann in Winchester Virginia to inquire.
Canine Snatches Eight-Pound Bologna From Store
A hungry mongrel steals an eight pound Bologna from T. H. Sprints grocery on East Water Street. The dog drags the heavy sausage down after leaping at it tying rope and rope breaks. The beast feasts in Fairfax Square before being chased away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salles-Dumont
T. H. Sprint
East Water Street
Three Wrecks On One Train
The south bound Baltimore and Ohio freight passed through with three derailments within twenty two miles. At Charles Town West Virginia several cars derailed causing a delay, then another car jumped the track near there. In Winchester the engine backed cars into Baker's Siding on a sharp curve causing a third derailment before tracks were restored and the train continued under Conductor Bud Hawkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
Charlestown
W. Va
Winchester
W. B. Baker
Bud’’ Hawkins
County Treasurer Settles Debts to Commonwealth
Commonwealth's Attorney R E Byrd reports Frederick County Treasurer 8 M Chiles has settled and paid in full all funds due the Commonwealth. The certificate from Morton Marye, Auditor of Public Accounts, is sent to statewide Commonwealth attorneys when a county treasurer completes full settlement. Deputy notes Chiles is among the first to comply with the new law and reflects efficient administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
R. E. Byrd
Morton Marye
Richmond
8. M. Chiles
Frederick County
Chiles
Awful Railroad Disaster Reported Near Greenfield Ohio
Passengers arriving in Winchester recount a major B and O S Western crash near Greenfield with two rival accounts. One says east bound No 2 collided with a dynamite train, killing 18. Another says No 2 derailed, killing 15. Details conflict but catastrophe is confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Cumberland Valley
Greenfield
Ohio
Martinsburg
Children's Missionary Society Meets at Rev Graham Home
The Children's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Sunday School will convene at Rev. Dr. James R. Graham's residence, 819 Braddock Street, tomorrow Saturday afternoon at 4:30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Children’s Missionary Society
Children’s Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Sunday School
James R. Graham
Orth Braddock Street
Aged minister is tendered a party in Springfield
The Springfield Sun reports the eighty eighth birthday of Rev Benjamin Seevers of west Main street. An entertainment was held with about thirty guests as Seevers shared memories of early canal and National Road work, circuit riding, two children, and a handmade broom gift with Masonic emblems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Ohio
Benjamin Seevers
Winchester
Seevers
Meredith Capper
West Main Street
I. Newton
Martha Seevers
Mr. Seevers
Death Calls Groom From His Bride
Mr J W Norris wed Miss Mary McCoy in Stephens City then learned his cousin Miss Mary Delcher had died in Baltimore. He will travel there to serve as pallbearer at tomorrow's funeral. The bride also learned her grandmother Mrs Eliza Grove died in Martinsville at about the ceremony hour. The couple begin married life under sad circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Norris
Mary McCoy
Baltimore
Mary Delcher
Norris
Stephens City
Winchester
Eliza Grove
Martinsville
Winchester Memorial Hospital Plastering Nears Completion
The Winchester Memorial Hospital plastering is nearly finished with the ceiling awaiting Monday completion. Messrs James Haymaker and Son completed the plastering, noting the work is neatly executed with no flaws or ill fit corners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Messrs
James Haymaker
Stock for Sale Union Bank Shares Auction
Twenty shares of Union Bank stock offered for private sale before September 23 1902. If unsold, a public auction will be held at 11 o clock A M in front of the Court House Winchester Virginia. Executor Harry R Kern. James B Porrer Warskey 10 pts a drink at J Haddox.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Bank
Court House
Winchester
Jas
Porrer Warskey
J. P. Haddox
Noted People Touring Valley With Col Day and Wife
Col 8 A Day United States Army and his wife arrived in Winchester from Martinsburg to tour the Valley. The pair, on a pleasure driving trip, visited local prints and battlefields while staying at the Taylor House. Mrs Day, an authoress from Frederick county, is the daughter of Alfred Chenowith. They will be joined by Mrs General G E Pickett before continuing their tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Day
United States Army
Washington, D. C
Winchester
Martinsburg
W. Va
Colonel Day
Col. Day
7Th Ohio Infantry
Kernstown
Cemetery Heights
Gettysburg
Business Men Appeal For Aid On Freight Service
A large petition signed by Harrisonburg VA merchants and business leaders urges the State Railroad Commissioner to compel the Southern Railway to improve freight handling at Strasburg Junction and ensure prompt interchanges with the Baltimore and Ohio line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tax Star
Strasburg Junction
Southern Railroad
Southern
Baltimore and Ohio Road
Harrisonburg
Southern Road
Tournament and Dance in County
A tournament near Jerry Clem's on Burlick road by Winchester ended in a dance at Clem's. Winners were Philip Grim first Hector Ritter second and Dorsey Kendall third. Seventy four dancers attended the evening dance with a lively time. Another dance is planned at Clem's on Friday October a.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Clem
Burlick Road
Winchester
Philip Grim
Hector Ritter
Dorsey Kendall
Clem
Man Hurt After Ladder Fall At Summit Point
Mr. Edward Cadwallader of Stephens City in this county is confined to his home with severe injuries from a fall from a ladder while painting a house at Summit Point West Virginia. He was six feet high when the mishap occurred days ago while at work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Cadwallader
Stephens City
County
Summit Point
W. Va
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Stephens ‘City
John W. Norris
the Home of Missionaries
Sun Bros. Shows
Mr. Holmes Stine
Gott
Ross Bann
Sly Canine
Harry R. Kern
Mr. S. A. Day
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