California Syrup of Figs Advert Fragment
An old advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a harmless laxative for children and adults, urging mothers to use a teaspoonful to relieve constipation and stomach discomfort. The notice includes cautions about counterfeit syrups and directions on the bottle. Local notices mention Mr. James Fugitt returning to Baltimore and visits by Mr. Matthew Harrison and Miss Elsie Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
California Fig Syrup Company
Elsie Miller
Harrisonburg, Va
G. M. Hansbrough
West Piccadilly Street
Damaged OCR Snippet Yields Vague Numeric String
Fragmentary text shows a string of numbers and codes including 220 305 3 52 416 440 sco 5 38 555 610 Dm 5S 32 17 7.24 744 Sc2 3 31 855 911 with no readable names places or events.
Norfolk and Western Timetable Clusters for Roanoke to Shenandoah
The timetable lists No 1 2 27 a m running to Roanoke Bristol Binfeld Pocahontas Welch Norton and intermediate stations with Pullman Sleepers Gary Winston Salem cafe car Shenandoah and Gary connecting at Roanoke with the Memphis special to points South. No 27 6 38 p m to Shenandoah and intermediate stations. No 28 9 32 a m to Hagerstown and intermediate stations Harrisburg Philadelphia and New York with connections at Shenandoah Junction or Washington.
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Roanoke
Bristol
Bincfeld
Pocahontas
Welch
Norton
Interminate
Pullman
Gary
Winston-Salem
Shenandoah
Memphis
Hagerstown
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
New York
Shenandoah Junction
Washington
Hair Care Note Warns Against Harsh Soaps
An old guidance column warns that soaps and shampoos with high alkali dry the scalp and brittle hair. It recommends ordinary refined coconut oil as a gentle cleanser, noting one to two teaspoonfuls cleanse hair and scalp and leave hair soft, shiny, and manageable.
Teacher Drowns Saving Pupil at Quarry Hole
Ada Knode, 21, teacher at Kearneysville rural school in Martinsburg district, died after diving into an abandoned quarry to save 8 year old Juanita Whittington. Although she could not swim, she pulled the girl to shore but could not cross the remaining water and perished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
W. Va
Ada Knode
Kearneysville
Juanita Whittington
Albert Knode
Shepherdstown
Evidence Of Prosperous Cities Speech Dinner Recap
Dr Crane spoke about an asylum keeper who joked that crazy people never unite to attack. H B McCormac opened the dinner and Dr W D Smith gave the invocation with Dr B M Reszel as toastmaster. Reszel urged practical purpose and plan for the town while an orchestra played and Boy scouts assisted. The last senate was Edward IT.
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Senate
Edward IT
Three Essentials for a Prosperous Community
Mr. Trefz argues that progress hinges on the head heart and hand of every citizen united in a cooperative program. He cites cities that thrived through collaboration and warns that lack of unity leaves communities behind. He urges Winchester to become a regional playground and attract industries, prioritizing people’s happiness.
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Chamber of Commerce
Trefz
Winchester
Grain prices in Baltimore market close
At the Baltimore wholesale markets the spot wheat price was 2.80 and corn 1.40. Winchester dealers posted 2.80 for wheat after the close.
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Baltimore
Winchester
Eye Specialists Claim Free Prescription Restores Vision Quickly
Boston readers are informed of a claimed free prescription Bon-Opto that supposedly strengthens eyesight by 25 to 75 percent in days. Patients report reduced glasses use and relief from headaches and eye strain, with several testimonials praising rapid improvement and even avoidance of surgery.
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Boston
Mass
Miuny
M. Bock
Smith
Iedeuy
Leins
Ny Us
Bon-Opteia
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