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Domestic News
January 21, 1899
Martinsburg Independent
Martinsburg, Berkeley County, West Virginia
What is this article about?
Charles Broadway Rouss donated a substantial check to the Rouss Hook and Ladder Company in Winchester, Virginia, as a surprise New Year's gift to their treasury.
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Donation From Mr. Rouss.
The Rouss Hook and Ladder Company have received another substantial check from their honored friend and Winchester's benefactor, Charles Broadway Rouss. Several members of the company were reticent when a News Item reporter endeavored to interview them concerning the matter, but after persistent questioning it was ascertained that Mr. Rouss had again remembered the company that bears his name. This last remembrance came as a complete surprise to them but at this time is most acceptable as a New Year's nest egg for the treasury. The other fire organizations know little of the secret work-ings of this comparatively young but more than able organization, which each year is making rapid forward strides. Winchester News.
The Rouss Hook and Ladder Company have received another substantial check from their honored friend and Winchester's benefactor, Charles Broadway Rouss. Several members of the company were reticent when a News Item reporter endeavored to interview them concerning the matter, but after persistent questioning it was ascertained that Mr. Rouss had again remembered the company that bears his name. This last remembrance came as a complete surprise to them but at this time is most acceptable as a New Year's nest egg for the treasury. The other fire organizations know little of the secret work-ings of this comparatively young but more than able organization, which each year is making rapid forward strides. Winchester News.
What sub-type of article is it?
Charity Or Relief
What keywords are associated?
Rouss Donation
Hook And Ladder Company
Winchester Fire
New Year Gift
What entities or persons were involved?
Charles Broadway Rouss
Where did it happen?
Winchester
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Winchester
Key Persons
Charles Broadway Rouss
Outcome
substantial check donated to the company's treasury as a new year's nest egg
Event Details
The Rouss Hook and Ladder Company received a surprise substantial check from Charles Broadway Rouss, their honored friend and Winchester's benefactor. Members were initially reticent but confirmed the donation after questioning by a reporter. The company is young but progressing rapidly, and other fire organizations know little of its workings.