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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Virginia lists publication at the post office as second-class matter and details multiple subscription and carrier rates in advance. It notes Associated Press dispatch usage for republication and credits the newspaper for content.
Fragmentary biblical quotation from Matthew 10 39 about finding life by losing it for Jesus. Includes a prayer note praising offerings and devotion for the Savior’s sake rather than reward.
Richmond News Leader compares wartime pest control to a Civil War clash in northern Virginia as Japanese beetles invade the East. The government imports Scolia wasps and Tachina Derlid flies to combat the beetle, with battles centered near Bull Run and involving unknown generals.
In the war memorial debate Virginia legislators hear calls to shelve prior carillon plans and propose a veterans hospital memorial. The American Legion at its Petersburg convention will hear opposition to utilitarian memorials while veterans groups seek a new start and federal influence on care for veterans.
A proposed hospital operated at federal expense would boost care for men who served, aiming to speed processes and improve treatment through centralized facilities and federal support.
The United States aims to compete in building a 56 000 ton ocean liner yearly starting next year with a larger vessel than the Leviathan. The Bremen holds the speed record and Europa follows. Cunard and White Star also plan new ships. War-ravaged yet wealth grows as luxury travel expands and ship owners forecast profit.
Lord Thompson, secretary of state for air, extols aviation as a realm of high adventure for youth and adults alike. He credits the field with forward looking progress, novelty, and constructive energy, beyond the cash focus of business and the old concerns of reformers.
A city council meeting was not held last night due to insufficient attendance amid the Democratic primary in Winchester. Attendees included President Sandie Baker, Percy Miller, and W Nelson Page.
The Luttrell family reunion set for Saturday August 10 at the old Luttrell property in Collinsville. A program of instrumental and vocal music will be held with several speakers expected. The public is invited to attend with baskets for a sociable gathering.
Berryville residents welcomed visitors from Washington and Chicago. Activities included pre clinic planning with Miss Ruth Weirer and a rose throat clinic led by Dr. Frank P. Smart. Local hosts hosted relatives from Florida to Nova Scotia with family gatherings at Fairfield and other homes.
Mrs ExtraserH Toso of 4913 Hale Avenue Cleveland Ohio recalls extreme weakness and nervousness before using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. After ten bottles she reports renewed strength and improved appetite and urges others to try the remedy.
Mrs Estelle Royce visiting Miss Fannie Crow gave an engaging talk to Grace Episcopal Church youths about her missionary work in Haiti under the Episcopal bishop. She is on vacation and plans to return to Haiti soon.
The State Corporation Commission will hold on September 6, 1929 a hearing in Richmond Va to investigate rates for transporting edible live stock including cattle hogs sheep calves goats lambs and kids in single and double deck cars between Virginia points north of the Norfolk and Western line and lines with joint line hauls Also rates between Virginia Railway points north of the line and points south of it for single and joint line application Parties may appear to give testimony and argument.
Pleasant Valley Sunday School holds its annual picnic in the grove at Little Mountain School House on Saturday August 10. Dinner will be served on the ground. Public invited.
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