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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1920
Page
6
A faded ad describes Caldwell's Syrup A a tonic for daily homes claiming to ease headaches and disturbances. It highlights no narcotics and pepsin content and says the product is gentle and suitable for infants with a focus on easy taste and relief. The address given is 511 Washington Street Monticello Arkansas.
The article notes the completion of repairs and redecorating of a Bible Class room and mentions the expected attendance for an open Sunday morning program. It invites all men to attend short talks by members and extends cordial invitations for the event.
The governor of Delaware was defeated in the Republican nomination contest in Sussex County, following a decision reported by the Associated Press on April 20.
A partial advertisement describes a preparation of penetrating oils and medicinal ingredients claimed to ease muscle tension and calm nerves. It mentions a drug retailer and a special booklet on motherhood and baby care offered by a regulator company in Atlanta Georgia.
New York trading opened with weak resistance as shorts increased activity across vulnerable issues including Mexican and Panama petroleum Baldwin locomotives American Car Bethlehem Replogle Baker Chandler and others. Declines ranged 3 to 10 points with metal motors steel and Standard Oil of New Jersey down sharply. Call money opened at 8 percent and Liberty bonds hit new lows as many stocks fell during morning hours with slight recoveries in some rail, shipping and specialty issues. Closing was heavy with about 1,500,000 shares exchanged.
Frederick county girls at the State Normal School appear on the honor roll for the second quarter. Anna R. Allen of Stephenson, a postgraduate, and Florence E. Allen of Stephenson, earned averages above A. In the junior class Wirenial Megart- Hey of Vaucluse also achieved high marks.
Detroit April 20 thousands of workers in local plants powered by Detroit Edison resumed part time work today after Ford Motor Co announced that a shortage of raw materials caused by the railroad strike would temporarily lay off 30,000 employees.
A report notes a severe typhus outbreak causing thousands of deaths in Siberia and surrounding regions. Authorities, including medical officials tied to the Red Cross, cite harsh conditions and returning personnel as factors in the spread.
The Associated Press reports a sugar famine spreading in Columbus as wholesale supplies run out today. Retail dealers cannot explain the shortage and fear delays in further shipments.
Police report two cars broken into last week with a hanker and a searchlight stolen. Owners must identify items. A small boy confessed to the theft and the thief was found by officers at headquarters.
Local news from the Maryland Globe notes that Harry Cave of Cave rs street sells his barber shop business to an unnamed buyer. The barbershop previously known as the Central Its Store is moved from the Theater Building to a new stand. The shop continues high class service under new management with bathers and trained staff retained.
The five directors of the Associated Press were reelected by acclamation at today’s annual meeting. They include Frank B. Noyes of the Washington Star, W. L. McLean of the Philadelphia Bulletin, Adolph Ochs of the New York Times, A. G. Wes of the Duluth Herald, and others.
Andrew Hauck died at home in Neffs ville near Lancaster Pennsylvania at about 70 years old from pneumonia. He was born in Frederick County and lived in Lancaster County for about 20 years. He married Gertrude Stine and had a son Walter Hauck. He leaves a brother Adam Hauck and sister Mrs Susan Fahnestock. Walter Barr of Winchester attended the funeral.
Paris April 20 German government has received an identical note from the allied powers on the revictualization of the country and the creation of a government that would resist the Versailles treaty according to a semi official statement issued today.
Auditor C Lee Moore outlines a new annual merchant license tax tied to purchases, arguing higher living costs justify increased levies. The plan details thresholds and rates for wholesalers and retailers, with penalties for noncompliance and nonpayment of commissions.
Buick sales rise as preference for Valve-in-Head engines grows each season. Thousands await Buick deliveries due to perceived performance, quality, service, and economy. Models K-44 to K-50 priced from about 1595 to 2235 dollars, with five hundred thousand Buicks in daily operation marking a milestone.
County clerk records show several real estate conveyances. George G Keith Sr et al to Chas Buyses for a small tract in Opes non district at 300 dollars. Bee Be Winecarver et al to Clank Kern for two tracts in Shawnee district totaling 600 dollars. A Huffman et al to Lealie D Kline and Jessie M Kline for 29 shins near Stephens City at 11 dollars.
The April 20 census bulletin shows a sharp rise at Gary Indiana with a total of 65 344, an increase of 93 542 or 229 4 percent. The figures reflect a significant expansion in the district.
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