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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1924
Page
3
A clipped passage describes tropical wasps that build nests whose crushed scent resembles raspberry vinegar and notes several other insects with similarly pleasant odors, suggesting unusual entomological observations.
Scientists assure there is no immediate threat of the sun dying or Earth freezing. The sun’s heat will last for about another billion years or so, alleviating concerns of a rapid end to warmth.
On April 18 in Bunker Hill West Virginia a family party marked the 21st birthday of John Swartz and the 20th birthday of Ash ley Swartz. Friends from nearby towns attended bringing gifts and good wishes as refreshments and music made the evening pleasant.
The Baltimore Sun features a large photo of Boyce Agricultural High School girls basketball players led by coach Mrs. E B Venning. The team, formed last fall, posted seven wins in nine games against Berryville High Handley High and other local squads.
Fire crews battled a fire at the late A W McDonald residence in Charlestown after a crossed attic wire sparked extensive smoke and flames. A second blaze near the pumping station caused by high tension lines threatened structures before being controlled. A third fire at Mr Vesper's home on the second floor was extinguished with minor damage.
A Winchester event marks a week of hot water activities and related demonstrations from May 17 to May 24. Organizers invite residents to explore heating systems, safety tips, and live showcases at local facilities.
Martinsburg West Virginia April 28 Special The 1924 yield on Yorks and Ben Davis apples in the belt will be light probably not half the record of last year Bud inspection shows a short yield in these varieties though other varieties promise large crops Growers favor lighter crops for better prices and reduced handling and waste in the market.
Mrs Annie S Stump widow of George R Stump died at 1 30 yesterday morning at the home of her son in Kernstown aged 74 She is survived by two children William Stump of Hagerstown Md and Mrs Carpenter of Kernstown a sister Mrs Mary Painter Stephens City and two brothers Robert Kline Baltimore and another Kline near Capon Road Funeral services from the Carpenters home tomorrow at ten conducted by Rev T H Daffin and Rev G W Gaither.
The burial will take place at Mount Hebron Cemetery in Winchester. Pallbearers named include Robert B. Smith, H. W. Boyd, Edward Campbell, George Gruibbs, Samuel Gruibbs, and P. D. Strip.
The Rev J F Morgan departed for Norfolk Virginia to attend the Southern Christian Convention opening Tuesday night. He will return Saturday and resume pulpit duties at both Sunday services. Mrs Morgan and the children visiting Norfolk are expected to accompany him home.
Boyd R Richards seeks a new certificate for five shares of Shenandoah Valley National Bank stock, certificate No 828 issued March 29, 1920, lost or destroyed. He asks the court to compel issuance with a show cause deadline of June 2, 1924, before Shenandoah Valley National Bank in Winchester Virginia.
An advertisement touts S.S.S. 18 and 8S. 8S. as powerful blood cleansers that build new blood cells and remove impurities. It claims to improve skin conditions and rheumatism, promote weight gain, and restore energy and color, with sale through drug stores and emphasis on large size value.
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