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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1932
Page
2
A Collier's Weekly excerpt quotes Governor Byrd criticizing federal and local waste, calling for reorganizing tax agencies and cutting parasitical spending. He argues eighteen million workers sustain offices and urges leaders to rise above party interests for national welfare.
James Cobb Simmons receives an absolute divorce from Jennie May Simmons on statutory grounds with custody of two minor children granted to the complainant. Each party’s property rights are protected by the decree and neither may remarry within six months. The action was uncontested.
In a Livingston family drawing room Grace Livingstone rejects Dick Loring and faces a future with Tommy Tucker. As Dick plans elopement Grace reveals her desire to leave town with Tommy and seek a new life away from familiar circles. Tommy learns Grace loves him and she declares willingness to marry. The scene ends with their budding engagement.
Ad touts Chesterfield as the cigarette with milder taste using a blend of Domestic tobaccos and Turkish leaf. Claims the product is preferred by more men and women daily for its balance and smoothness.
Readable lines discuss equality and manners in society with indications of paying expenses and helping others. The text appears as fragmented prose with misplaced punctuation and unclear context. It references a road or motoring theme and hints at social behavior and assistance.
Oranda and Winchester area residents are listed visiting friends and relatives including Leslie Coffelt Nora Headley F A Cole Frederick Reily Erma Richardson in Baltimore and Washington. A complex notice states Winchester Cold Storage Company bonds A-22 A-24 A-9 A-143 and others are called for redemption September 1 1932 with holders to present bonds in Winchester Virginia. Local guests include Miss Virginia Edwards Master David Headley and two New York foster children hosted by Edgar Loving.
Distress warrant sale of Bott's Boot Shoppe stock to be auctioned August 3, 1932 at 10 A M in Bott's Store Room. Terms cash. conducted by Lee Sergeant.
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