Decree Sale of Frederick County Orchard Estate
Special commissioners announce sale of two acre parcel in Frederick County Va on Middle road near Ginn lands. Included two story frame house and outbuildings with an established apple orchard interplanted with peach trees. Sale set for July 23 1921 at 11 o clock at Winchester Va with terms one third cash and rest by two bonds and trust deed and insurance policy.
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Ginn
George W. Gravesby
Fannie
Marie Chapman Et Als
Circuit
Grady Granted Absolute Divorce in Winchester Court
In the Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia Alice B Grady seeks an absolute divorce from C Grady on grounds of separation for three years. An affidavit states the defendant is a non resident of the state and he must appear within fifteen days of publication to protect his interests. The order requires weekly publication for four weeks in The Evening Star and posting at the courthouse.
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Corporation Court
Winchester
Alice B. Grady
Grady
Evening Star
Pink Dress Dilemma Sparks Society Scandal
Margaret and Peggy attend a dress party in pink while rival Helen Travis wears blue. A mix up in society pages leads to a headline duel over the two blue and pink outfits, ending with quiet reconciliation and a splash of dramatic irony.
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Pégey “Sears
Billy Fahnestock
Peggy
Helen Travis
Biue
Helen
Travis
Society
Hiter
Rf .d
Rike
Peggy Listleaway
Pit
Miss Sears
Society Reporter
Hat dispute over new bonnet provokes family quarrel
Mr. Younghusband confronts his wife about a new bonnet she bought for a new job. She explains the hat is necessary and planned, while he insists on getting what she wanted first. The exchange ends with his line, Perfect Jogié, simply perfect.
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Jogié
Mr. Yournghusband
Why Golf Is Popular
Analyzes golf's appeal as social sport and open air exercise. It notes mental relief from daily worries and the appeal to successful men seeking distraction. A humorous aside contrasts men and women's ticket habits with a conductor's observation.
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Oregonian
Otter Themed Joke Sparks Husbands Nap Comment
A light hearted quip features a wife chiding her husband during an afternoon nap. She teases that his smile implies thoughts of another woman, using a playful animal pun to land a humorous punchline.
PAYS ELECTION BET IN RIVER AT CAMP JACKSON
At Camp Jackson Virginia on August 1 Captain John W B Thompson and R S Owens staged a post primary bet by Thompson sliding into the river river in full dress including shoes collar tie and hat amid cheering. Two camp factions Tucker forces led by Thompson and Trinkle adherents led by Owens had clashed with a straw vote favoring Tucker by two. Thompson fulfilled his bet and emerged dripping with a smile.
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Camp Jackson
Covington
John W. B. Thompson
R. S Owens
Thompson
Tueker
C. J. Ellison
Waynesboro
Trinkle
Tucker
Killed While Attempting Robbery Near Taylor Mills Store
In Christiansburg Virginia two youths A J Reese and Emory Vaden planned a robbery at Taylor Mills store. A pistol discharged during the wait to ambush, killing Vaden instantly. Reese was arrested awaiting grand jury action after Vaden’s death following a prior court trial for murder.
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Christiansburg
Lronto
A. J. Reese
Emory Vaden
Taylor &¢Millses
Reese
Vaden
Hall #d al
Well-Bred Poultry Arousing Interest in Nebraska
Nebraska live stock owners enrolled in a campaign report on standard bred fowls. Plymouth Rocks and Leghorns lead the list with 75 owners in Webster County, 94 birds counted, and breeds including Rhode Island Reds, Orpingtons, Wyandottes. The Better Sires-Better Stock data shows growing interest in well bred poultry among livestock owners.
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Nebraska
Plymouth Rocks
Leghorns
United States
United States Department of Culture
Webster
Rhode Island
Orpington
Wyandottes
Farm chimneys and venting practices for mid sized houses
The article advises sturdy brick or stone chimneys with solid footings for moderate homes. It recommends one or two chimneys serving multiple flues, proper stove vents for better drafts, brick exterior walls two bricks thick, and the use of fire clay or terra cotta thimbles to protect partitions and stoves.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Plan to Wean Calves Early
A farmer pursues early calf weaning to avoid the burden of nursing calves. The narrator argues a calf can be taught to drink from a bucket quickly and that removing the mother from nursing reduces the risk of an aggressive young bull charging and trampling, making the effort worthwhile.
Covering a Cow Milking Scene Sparks Light Punishment
A rudimentary cover made from a large bag with strings was described to shield milking cows from tail switching. In a separate note, a jury sentenced a defendant to a $60 fine after weighing a debt case.
Pleasant Valley Sunday Picnic At Mountain School
The Pleasant Valley Sunday reunion invites all residents to a picnic on the Mountain School grounds. Refreshments and various treats will be available. attendees encouraged to bring blankets and enjoy a day of community fellowship.
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Pleasant Valley
Howké
Erybody
Land Sale Notice in Frederick County Virginia
By virtue of an order of the Court of Frederick County a sale is set for September 8, 1921 of the estate of Miriam Pingley in a tract of 19 1/2 acres located 4 1/2 miles north of Winchester near Stephenson on the Winchester and Martinsburg turnpike to Jordan Springs. Terms require one third cash and the rest in five annual installments secured by two bonds and deed of trust. Administrators Moe Duvh & Duo act as auctioneers.
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Frederieck
C. Tom
Miriam Pingtey
A. McKown
Ale
Mittain Pingley
Winchestr
Stephenson
Frederick County
Virginia
Winchester
Martinah
Jordan Springs
H & Duo
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