Today In History

March 19, 1964 — It would appear after months of work by the Springfield PTA and others that there will be a light at the Kimball railroad crossing. The Kimball crossing has been a most […]

March 18, 1887 — Richold, the swindler, whose transactions last fall in Luray with reference to several purchases of old iron, and who, while here obtained money under false pretenses, broke jail in Winchester last […]

March 17, 1966 — Sound crazy? This is the name given to the opening dance of the new program of recreation and activity for our community youth. The name of original canteen in reverse, and […]

March 16, 1989 — A petition to kill the county auto tag was presented at the Page County Board of Supervisors’ meeting Monday afternoon. Arthur Blanchette Sr. of Stanley presented a petition of 1,332 names […]

March 15, 1962 — The Luray High School baseball squad of 1962 will begin outdoor practice on Monday, March 6, under coaches Bob Crews and Sam White. This will give Luray two weeks to get […]

March 14, 1889 — Messrs. Jos. T. Strickler, Philip Long, Jno. W. Long, Daniel S. Hite, M.V. Gander, Reuben Ruffner, A.D. and A.J. Brubaker, of the Old School Baptist Church, have been appointed to a […]