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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
4
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A Harrisburg Patriot discourse argues for strong library systems to uplift citizens and reduce social ills. It cites American Library Association aims and the role of literature in forming better citizens, then critiques West Point graduates and calls for major reforms after wartime lessons.
A rustic poem recalls months of dust and drought and the sudden wash of rain from the sky. Humble readers cheer as storms break the heat, wash away gloom, and restore faith and bread.
Marshal Petain lauds American military schooling and officer leadership. He praises the West Point curriculum and calls for a skilled general staff while noting the North Coaster armies’ command and the need for a stable command structure amid wartime observations.
A testimonial from Arthur Coleman of Helena Arkansas touts Milks Emulsion as a cure for chronic cough night sweats and weight loss. The ad claims rapid appetite return strengthened digestion and flesh building with a money back guarantee price 60 cents and 1 20 per bottle from The Milks Emulsion Co Terre Haute Indiana and local druggists.
A theft at the Woodsteek freight depot involved the store of H. J. Higgs being looted. Several parcels were stolen with unspecified amounts of money reported among the losses.
Mrs. S. H. Perry of 1828 Kanawha Street Charleston West Virginia reports severe health issues including headaches sleep disturbance and digestive problems improved after taking Nervlax. She buys one bottle at Miller's Drug Store Winchester Virginia and recommends the remedy to friends and neighbors.
Superintendent F E Clerk reports naval authorities have shipped the souvenir shell awarded to James F Ritter of Winchester High School. Presentation expected in about two weeks with notice in The Star. Mr and Mrs Moore of Staunton, Virginia, registered last night at Hotel Jack.
Byron of Mercersburg, a Leather and Shoe exhibitor, warned in Maryland about a coming price crash as Europe slashes costs on American goods. He cited Walkover shoes at $9.25 in Paris versus $15 locally, and noted German-made components cutting European prices. He warned continued foreign competition would shrink U.S. demand, forcing American production and prices down.
Real estate ad from Winchester Virginia listing a property for sale via J W Jolliffe. Includes phone 435 and a landline contact for inquiries.
John W. Adams age about seventy eight died at his Bedington home after a second stroke within a week following an April 9 first attack. A farmer and carpenter, he was born in Frederick County Virginia and survived by a wife two daughters three sons and several siblings. Funeral services were held at Pittifer's Chapel with Dr W F Gruver presiding and burial in the nearby cemetery.
Hayfield Virginia residents report an aircraft passing overhead Wednesday afternoon at about 4000 feet. The pilot faced a 25 mph wind en route to Charleston West Virginia aviation camp, then returned along the same path at higher speed. The motor hum was audible to onlookers.
The church board re elected officers Nyick secretary Luther Larrick treasurer J Orndorff and decided to enter the cemetery and erect a new fence soon. Rev Welsh of Shenandoah College will speak at Mount Live Church next Sunday at 10 30 and 3 p m Miss Frances Larrick returns home after a term at Valley School Dr and Mrs W A Hedrick return to Washington after a short vacation at Burcroft
The Greenwood Sunday School elected new officers led by Oscar Miller as superintendent and Edward Pope as assistant superintendent. Rev. Walter M. Depp will preach biweekly from Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church, with regular meetings at 2.30 p.m. and preaching at 3.30 p.m.
A striking close up of the Moon captures a detailed view that inspires observers to imagine mapping the lunar surface. The image highlights craters and maria as a vivid reminder of Earth's night companion.
Shenandoah county authorities arrested Pete Helsley and three Romack brothers in connection with four thefts in the past week. Investigations trace the case to the Hite home where a flashlight and $1090 were taken while the occupant slept, a revolver left at the scene, and a store raid yielding two dozen overalls and $200.
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