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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1924
Page
6
Fragmentary dialogue reveals a scene with a dainty figure asking about engagement, a tenant pressuring rent, and scattered lines about color and olden days. It mentions Mr Jenkins, Pie boy, and a landlord near eviction as humor and memory intersect.
The excerpt ponders whether airships will become popular, suggesting that if land travel with motor cars continues, people may eventually have to take to the air. It reflects speculative transport views and the era’s interest in aerial travel.
A fragmented text fragment notes a phrase about a fine opening and meekness with a cryptic reference to a hole and mint. The readable portion lacks clear persons or organizations and provides no verifiable event or outcome.
County residents debated proposed school tax increases as supervisors report Frederick County ranking eighty-ninth in state tax assessment. Proponents argue funding is required for an adequate system. opponents cite waste and excessive school-building costs. A adjournment looms with a jury slated for tomorrow in cases including Kneisley and Skirwins.
The Supreme Court ruled that aliens afflicted with dangerous contagious diseases and incapable of naturalization can be debarred from admittance. The decision was reported by the Associated Press from Washington on April 7.
Advertisement claims St Jacobs Oil relieves backache lumbago sciatica and rheumatism by topical rubbing. Promises rapid relief and harmless formula with a trial bottle from a druggist. Encourages treating stiffness lameness and sprains with the product.
Rome April 7 reports show the Fascisti winning a landslide in yesterday's parliamentary election. Early returns indicate 366 of 533 deputies for the Fascisti, with provinces' results signaling a decisive defeat for all opposition parties.
The Daugherty committee read into the record a bundle of letters between the Justice and Interior departments and various individuals about Oklahoma land fraud. Witnesses questioned why criminal prosecutions yielded only fines and why civil suits to recover the land were not filed. Albert B. Fall, as Interior secretary, attempted to block the trial but Justice urged that criminal cases proceed.
In an Associated Press report from Inington on April 7, the Texas general election ballot recount shows a substantial lead for Senator Mayfield, a Democrat, as the tally nears completion.
The regular monthly meetings of Robert Y. Conrad Post American Legion and the Women's Auxiliary will be held at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening in the legion building on North Main street. The two groups will meet in separate rooms, then share refreshments and a joint social session. All members are urged to attend.
Metropolitan Life Insurance reports ongoing drive to curb maternal mortality in the United States. In 1923 about 100000 policy holders received nurse care through public health and company programs. Visiting nurses monitor expectant mothers monthly, provide postnatal care, and educate on healthy pregnancy and obstetrical service. New York City shows lower mortality with five deaths per thousand, while the national rate is eight.
The late George W. Brown farm in Reliance and Middletown areas offers about 93 acres with orchard, running water in most fields, a six room dwelling, new bars, two wells, a cistern, two chicken houses, and various outbuildings. Possession is at once. Inquiries to Mrs. G. W. Brown on the farm or James Ridgeway Front Royal Virginia R F D. No 1.
In Frederick County Circuit Court on March 8 1924 Anna J Wright sues Maria L Cooley seeking to nullify a lease dated December 24 1923 and a deed dated February 1 1924 both tied to A J Wright and Charles Lee Keeler against nonresidents James Cooley and Arthur Godley. The order requires publication weekly for four weeks in The Evening Star Winchester and posting at the courthouse front door by March 25 1924 with mailed copies to defendants.
By order of the Frederick Circuit Court the Gravel Springs Pastorate trustees will sell the parsonage near Bloom, Frederick County Va., 18 acres with a residence. Sale at Winchester Court House on March 22, 1924 at noon. Terms one third cash, balance in two yearly installments secured by deed of trust and insurance policy. Postponed to April 19 at same time and place.
A vintage home remedy touts Sage Tea as a natural hair dye. The ad claims it darkens hair evenly, leaving a glossy, lustrous finish after daily applications with a dampened sponge or brush. It promotes an aged formula improved by additional ingredients at cost.
A decree in Frederick County Circuit Court directs a public auction of the late Fred S. Lineberg farm in Back Creek District near Mt. Williams, Frederick County, Virginia. The 84 acre property features a residence and outbuildings with a water well. Sale set for May 3, 1924 in Winchester courthouse yard. terms: one third cash, rest in two yearly installments secured by deed of trust and insurance.
Extract from decree dated February 25 1924 refers estate of A G Mellinger in Frederick County Virginia. James P Reardon Master Commissioner to ascertain debts real and personal estate and beneficiaries with notice by publication in Winchester newspaper. Proceedings set for March 22 1924 at Winchester office.
Rope has long been a fundamental invention with simple fiber twists. A recent improvement in fiber arrangement raises rope efficiency from about 60 to 80 percent, enhancing strength and performance.
Berryville notices list several train numbers with times and connections. No. 13 schedules at 9:20 am to Roanoke with parlor car. No. 5 at 12:46 pm for Evan. No. 1 at 2:45 am to Roanoke Bristol Bluefield Pocahontas. No. 87 at 5:53 pm to Shenandoah. No. 28 at 8:39 am to Hagerstown. No. 10 at 1:59 pm to Hagerstown Baltimore Philadelphia. No. 24 at 7:23 pm to Hagerstown with Parlier car. No. 2 at 11:38 pm for Shenandoah or Hagerstown with Pullman sleeper to Philadelphia New York. Details for fares and reservations available from Berryville agent H H Burks and Roanoke gen passenger agent W C Saunders.
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