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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1919
Page
4
A poem railing at old and new governments, praising protection of workers and thrift, while condemning critics as treasonous strangers and foes to be silenced. It portrays a skeptical view of governance and hints at punitive measures against dissenters.
The Star letters dissect Mr Braithwaite’s call for Bible proof that killing is right. The writer argues officers enforcing law are not murderers and cites Moses commands, Bible verses, and historical examples to defend lethal force by authorities.
Advertisement-style notice touts S. S. S. blood purifier as cure for rheumatism. Claims the remedy removes disease germs from blood and offers free medical advice from a specialist in Atlanta after starting a course.
A letter quotes Mr Braithwaite criticizing Mary K Stine and asserting biased legal views. E Miller Fries urges weighing both sides of an issue rather than defending one side, decrying attempts to override law and Bible. The fragment ends with a garbled signature.
Brucetown Virginia residents Mrs Albert Clendening and daughter visited Bunker Hill with Miss Corie Swimley. Douglas O Connell and Nathan Payne stayed with friends in Winchester for Easter services. Howard Fellows and brother of Charlestown spent the weekend with cousin Raymond Bo.
Easter Sunday featured congregational singing and a pastor led a thoughtful sermon. An Easter song service preceded the sermon. An error occurred in the Sunday school officers list with Miss Lohn Purcell named secretary and Mr H E Jobe as teacher.
A reflective view condemns wealth as a disgrace to those with royal connections when aid for kin fails. The piece questions the moral cost of prosperity and the duty of kinship in a world of inequality.
President Wilson will take no action that would violate or endanger the league covenant. White House advices confirm the stance and deny reports of a secret alliance with Britain and France. Officials acknowledge the Fiume dispute with Italy and Jugoslav claims but expect amicable resolution.
Freder ick charge and church directors are asked to attend a meeting at Braddock Street Methodist on Thursday April 24 at 8 p.m. Dr. H. H. Sherman will detail the centenary drive planned for May 18 to 25.
Mrs S W Gladwell of Watoga West Virginia testifies that at 15 she suffered headaches backaches and weakness. After using Cardui she improved after the first bottle and continued until three bottles restored her health. Now married with three children she relies on Cardui for female troubles and recommends it to others. It has been in use over 40 years and is advised for nervous or weak conditions.
Train times listed for Bristol Roanoke Shenandoah and Hagerstown with Pullman sleepers to Bluefield Winston-Salem Philadelphia New York and parlor car to Hagerstown. Connects to Memphis and Washington at Shenandoah Junction. Saunders General Passenger Agent notice.
A stream of candidates announces for local offices subject to the Democratic Primary held August 5 1919. Names include Robert Shade Hugh G Scrat Dick Good Marshall Lewis Elon D Shenk William E Smith A R Rinker John M Massie and others pledging faithful service and impartial duties in Gainesboro Back Creek and Frederick districts.
A candidate declares re election for the office of Commonwealth's Attorney of Frederick County subject to the Democratic primary. The statement frames the bid as contingent on party primary results and outlines candidacy within the county's political process.
A candidate seeks renomination in the Democratic Primary for County Clerk. The message requests support from friends and fellow citizens for Phil H Gold.
A local notice files for election to the office of Frederick County Treasurer subject to the Democratic Primary. The declaration names the candidate and sets the August election date.
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