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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1923
Page
2
Ad claims Ely's Cream Balm opens nasal passages within a minute to relieve catarrh and cold symptoms. It advises applying a small amount in the nostrils to soothe inflamed membranes and provide instant relief, promising quick breathing and freedom from stuffed-up sensation.
Burnt Factory Va April 27 Red Bud school closed its 1922 23 term with field day exercises featuring an outdoor program of relay races a dodge ball game skipping rope and a ring game plus a pupils exhibition of work and indoor acting parts. Ada Carter led spelling class prizes with Ada Carter Pauline Hoffman Ruth Boyd earning top notes.
Richmond Virginia April 27 University of Richmond bans swimming and boating on Westhampton Lake and all forms of sport or athletics on Sundays. President F W Boatwright and Dean W L Prince announced the blue law regulation in the college chapel saying the school is a Christian educational institution not a country club.
The Rev J F Morgan will preach at the morning service on the topic The Repair Shop and at 7 30 p m the sermon The Dawn of Guilt The Sunday school gathers at 9 45 a m and the evening Young People meeting at 6 30 p m led by Roy A Larrick with What My Denomination Has Meant to the World The public is invited to all services.
In her own words the feature profiles a plain girl who becomes attractive, tracing her transformation and social reception in New York society. A second exclusive interview with Charles DiGiacomo, a Paterson youth locked in a bank vault, accompanies the issue.
Joseph Fleet of this city was arrested in Baltimore on two warrants. One accuses forgery for signing D F Grubbs on a $5 check. the other, a prohibition violation linked to liquor sold to Russell Orndorff. Fleet posted $1,500 to await hearings before Justice Tavenner and Mayor Glass.
The Girls' Athletic Association executive council held a casual session at Tokes's marked by amusement and wit. Attendees observed a Dutch treat supper, and informal speeches replaced formal rules, with playful banter and lighthearted gaffes dominating the gathering.
The First Baptist Church lists Sunday activities including 9.45 a.m. Bible school and Men's class, 11 a.m. worship on The Midnight Cry, 6.30 p.m. youth training on Missionary Meeting In Jerusalem City Missions, and 7.30 p.m. evening service on Reconciliation What How Why. Pastor Charles Adey invites souls to join.
Wages at Blair Limestone Company rise by eight to ten percent after announce expansion of operations at the Millville plant. The raise follows moves already adopted by other quarries and stone firms in the region.
Professor Charles G. Sydnor, son of Rev. G. C. Sydnor of Charles Town, has been elected chair of history and economics at Hampden-Sidney College. He will assume the post next session after completing Johns Hopkins courses in Baltimore.
A glimpse into dream duration notes the average dream lasts about five seconds. The remark highlights how quickly a dream can fade from memory and imagination.
United Brethren Church lists preaching at 11 a m and 8 p m with a sermon on Separation from God a Reality Who Are to be Separated The junior society meets at 3 p m and young people's service at 7 15 led by Anna Mae Snake A Wednesday prayer meeting prepares for the May 6 anniversary in the main auditorium Sunday school at 9 45 with classes in separate rooms Men s Bible Class in the balcony veteran superintendent T S Hancher in charge assisted by L D Grubb Leslie Smith and W L Poston Bring a new scholar and earn a star
Mr and Mrs George W Bowly welcome the arrival of a four pound daughter. Mr Bowly works at the shoe repair shop of Gus Kaknis. Both are reported in good spirits and health.
Mrs Josephine C Rymer of Volga West Virginia praises Dr Pierces Anuric Tablets for relief from rheumatism indigestion and constipation after a delicate condition. She reports no rheumatism or digestive issues since using the 65 cent package and urges a trial with a request for free advice from Dr Pierce’s Invalids Hotel Buffalo New York.
Daily wholesale price list shows local markets for Wheat Flour Eggs Butter and various feeds. Items include Local flour 4.0 to 7.90 per unit, Young chickens 21 to 25 cents, Butter 2.0 to 2.5, Corn meal 1.10 to 1.28, and mixed feed around 2.00 to 2.05 per unit at multiple markets.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered a general readjustment of railroad rates on sash, doors and mill lumber products. The action aims to correct unduly prejudicial rates harming Wisconsin Iowa and Illinois plants and unduly favorable rates for Pacific coast mills.
In this advertisement style piece the strain on women from heavy work at home and in workplaces is described. It cites many who juggle house duties and external jobs to support relatives and families while facing female weakness. It touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy used for nearly fifty years.
The Woman's Auxiliary of Winchester Presbytery will be in session at the Presbyterian Church Berryville May 9 to 11. About fifty delegates from the various churches will attend.
An advertisement extols Kellogg's Bran claiming it relieves constipation and neutralizes toxins linked to illness, improves breath and skin, and tones the body. It promotes daily two tablespoon servings, versatile uses with cereals or hot milk, and lists availability at grocers and hotels.
Whitagre Virginia April 27 funeral for Joseph Jolley who died recently at his Reynolds Store area home aged about 72. Survived by widow formerly Miss Bohrer, son George Jolley, daughter Mrs Grace Unger of Great Cadapon WV all present. Jolley known as farmer with conservative views and local respect. Other local notes mention residents and a marriage announcement, plus a farmer's time saving tip with a plow bait idea.
Flies and mosquitoes breed in uncovered garbage prompting warnings about sanitation. The note mentions a local business labeled Company and emphasizes cleanup to prevent breeding during heat.
The spring term of United States District Court adjourned in Harrisonburg after dispatching a crowded docket of civil and criminal cases. Osmond vs Bosserman settled for 2000 dollars. Mims vs Reid settled for 2250 dollars. Court recessed to meet again November 27. jurors returned from Harrisonburg.
A skin specialist touts Mentho-Sulphur as a rapid remedy for eczema. The germ destroying preparation allegedly soothes irritation and heals the skin, leaving it clear and smooth. users are advised to apply it like cold cream. Obtain a small jar from a druggist.
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