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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1924
Page
4
Public notice text from Winchester Virginia describing post office and newspaper affiliations, publishing company name Evening Star Publishing Co., multiple local editions, and subscription rate figures expressed in unclear OCR.
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A speech by W. Davis denounces Republican corruption in high office as a violation of law and public trust. He cites tariff favoritism, bribery, and misuse of power, arguing the party harms the nation and democracy. The address critiques executive autocracy and calls for accountability.
A fragment from the Baltimore Evening Sun discusses the trend of men seeking work in press-related fields, contrasting noisy activity with quiet, steady effort in the pursuit of decisive employment.
The piece profiles Oris P. and Martin J. Van Sweringen of Cleveland, noting their rise in railroad interests, modest public profile, and discreet approach to publicity. It suggests their notoriety stems from restraint as much as achievement, contrasting with more flashy promoters.
The speaker recounts a suitor pleading to wed his aunt who has spurned many rich admirers. He notes his aunt’s past suitors and vows to bless her choice even if the aunt selects another, while the sender plays the cautious observer in a humorous verse.
Market report shows local wholesale prices for flour and creamery butter, spring chickens, and shelled corn with mixed figures. Retail listings include country butter and standard offerings, alongside meat and hog prices in Baltimore and local markets.
A. L. Cline chief motion picture operator at the Empire Theatre has returned from a two week vacation spent at the Atlantic City seashore. He accompanied Fred H. and Herman H. Hable, former colleagues from the Auditorium, who joined the trip.
J B Crowell of Mountain Falls Virginia argues the G O P should anticipate Democrat campaign plans in the 1924 race. He cautions delay could let the Davis party gain momentum, using fables and war-era references to stress timely action.
Mrs. Hunter H. McGuire will entertain at tea from 5 to 7 tomorrow afternoon in honor of Mrs. Abney yne of Charleston West Virginia and Mrs. A C Carson of Flushing New York.
Mr and Mrs John H Rosenberger receive congratulations on the birth of a fine boy last Friday night at Memorial Hospital. Mrs Rosenberger was formerly Miss Nan ard.
Mr. R. B. Herndon of Wheeling West Virginia and Mrs Mamie Conway daughters of the late Mr and Mrs Timothy Way attended a relative's funeral in Staunton Virginia and are visiting guests of Mr and Mrs G Reginald Haines Mrs Herndon joined today with their children for a time.
A Rochester doctor’s Morve Morva suppositories are advertised to cure hemorrhoids with a money back guarantee. Franeker and Son Drug Store and all druggists will supply them on the money back satisfaction plan.
A. F. Mason reports in Franklin County Pennsylvania that the oriental moth is infesting peach orchards. The pest, a quarter inch long, has four generations per season, with early generations killing new growth and later ones boring into fruit causing collapse after harvest. The moth arrived in the United States years ago on shrubs.
Hay harvesters in HAYFIELD Virginia report the largest crop in west Frederick for years as threshers sound. Farmers brace for possible corn shortfalls due to a serious drought while filling barns with quality hay for winter stock. Bucher brothers of Mountain Falisson noted as nearby growers. Wheat yields lag far below average with quality poor in many fields and expected low valuations.
The article describes late plowing due to drought and dry soil, predicts heavy wheat losses if the drought persists, and notes heat and humidity causing suffering. It mentions gnats and mosquitoes tormenting residents, with nights unsettled by insects and people praying for cooler days.
W Lee Fisher recovering from operation at Memorial Hospital. He is back at work part time at the Quality Shop and hopes to resume full duties soon.
The Marys Rock area in the Blue Ridge Virginia near Luray and the Peaks of Otter is set to host a new summer resort after sale to Allen Williams and Paul Taylor for 1200 dollars. The 250 acre tract in two counties lies along the Lee Highway and offers views of the Washington Monument on clear days and a spring near the summit. Williams and Taylor already operate Panorama a short distance away and expect further development within eighty miles of Washington. Read The Star for more details.
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