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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1936
Page
5
Merchants of Winchester voted to close stores on six holidays during the year and to close at 5 pm from June 15 to September 1. R. E. Avey, Andrew Bell, and 8 C Brooks led the Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce.
Rotary Club shifts its meeting to 6 45 PM Monday at the George Washington Hotel due to the App Blossom Festival opening that day. Dusty Miller the humorist will headline with added musical features and a possible appearance by head waiter Dobie. Secretary Glaize Jr. urges strong turnout after good attendance last week.
The Federal Alcohol Control Administration began steps to standardize bottled martinis, Manhattans, Fizzes, highballs, and other mixed drinks, aiming to end disputes among connoisseurs as government sets measures.
Newport News Virginia April 25 seven months after Clerk of Courts F B Barham swore he could abstain from tobacco for a year he regrets the bet. Attorney Philip Butcher also gambled $8 to call bets and Barham accepted $10 and reached for a pipe and tobacco with a broad smile.
The Mrs Virginia Boyd Barr pantomime moves to dress rehearsals next Wednesday with a cast of over 1 000. Dances include Dawn In Spring Dance of the Winds and Dance of the Waters. The Handley band directed by Prof W H McIlwee performs Calypso and the finale.
Frederick Haskin discusses red maple distribution from Canada to Texas, best development in Kentucky and Tennessee, and habitat in damp soils. He notes maturity around 70 feet tall, 2 feet in diameter, and swamp associations in the extreme south.
A promotional notice urges readers to obtain a travel booklet detailing a big annual event in each state. It promises a page per state with illustrations and descriptive text and asks readers to send their name and address with a dime.
MT. JACKSON April 25 A pallet from Den Weeks life in a one gallon glass jug was pushed through the neck by Shannon a supply house manager The chick now weighs one and three quarter pounds and is expected to outgrow its glass henhouse in three weeks when it reaches two and a half pounds Life will become crowded for the fowl at that size.
Paris reporters recount that 4807 candidates wrapped up France parliamentary vote campaigning amid threats of war. Extreme right and left papers warned a victory for opponents would spark conflict as military checks in Germany spurred fears of a potential spring war readiness for Hitler.
Claude Kline lists two stallion standing dates with Walter Boyd farm on April 27 and 28 and Wisecarver farm on May 4 and 5. Auction notes show breeding service details for the event.
Goodyear markets tires with value and high mileage. Describes Tough Thick Rubberwide tread for non skid mileage and extra grip on turns. Highlights Prismed Sidewalls for grip in ruts and mud and curb protection. Mentions Supertwist Card blowout protection and a stylish look at the price.
Clarke County centennial commission plans outlined at Berryville courthouse for a seven member board from four magisterial districts one from Berryville and Boyce corporations and one from county at large. Those who aided preliminary plans will have a voice in the proceedings as preparations begin for a notable centennial program.
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