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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1924
Page
8
An Associated Press report outlines a bounty program in Virginia where participants trap crows and present heads for prize payments. It notes seasonal and per head rewards, plus separate prizes for hawks and owls, with county officials handling processing and law compliance.
The word cabal drew from the group that included Clifford Ashley Buckingham on and Lauderdale, a faction described as the king’s inner set and rivals within the ministry.
Washington reports Virginia apples see expanding demand in Europe. Exports to Great Britain Germany colonies and Germany show notable gains reflecting quality and favorable exchange rates. Vendors hope rising demand will lift prices to profitable levels for Virginia growers this year.
Jerry Inson found guilty of entering Parker's Garage and stealing tools. Robinson sentenced to 90 days in jail. Warrant cites theft between February 10 and August 12.
A brief feature by Tom Sims advises wearing a large hat to protect ears and face while moving through windy conditions, suggesting practical headwear over caps.
Rev George Vest rector of Grace Episcopal Church Berryville Va visited Middlesex county last week to consider a call to Christ Church School for Boys by the Rappahannock river. He returned saying he will remain here due to a field of service equal to any in the state. The vestry and a BaltimoreArchitect firm discussed interior improvements to the church totaling ten to twelve thousand dollars including a new organ.
A Thanksgiving service in Wickliffe Church Berryville marked the return of Miss Mary Jaquelin Smith from four years as a missionary to China. The event gathered many from Clarke and Frederick counties and Jefferson County West Virginia. Rev George S West and Rev R C Cowling spoke. a special offering was taken to aid work among women in China. Read The Star.
South Carolina Democrats will vote August 26 to pick a full slate from U S Senator to county offices. The Senate nomination features N B Dial seeking re election against James F Byrnes Colé L Blease and John J McMahan. Governor Thomas G McLeod faces John T Duncan in party battle.
Lieut Edmund B. Jackson of Wagener faces no opposition for reelection as the campaign period continues. The upcoming election cycle notes the race will be decided after a five dia interval.
A federal bureau report on the week ending August 9 notes higher early apple prices versus a week ago by 25 to 50 cents per bushel. It cites firm demand, moderate shipments, and contract sales as encouraging for growers expecting a stronger season, while US shipments lag last year and Canadian production is down.
Onyx within Carlsbad cavern in New Mexico covers walls in varying thicknesses and resembles the hot springs of Yellowstone park according to observers.
An ad touts St Jacobs Oil as quick relief for lumbago backache stiffness and lameness. It promises a tiny trial bottle from a druggist to ease elelttica neuralgia rheumatism sprains with no burning effect.
The Brannon reunion will be held on the last Saturday in August at Back Creek Brannon Ford on the old Brannon dwelling grounds. All Brannon relatives are invited to bring lunch baskets for a long common table and share a meal. Miss Margaret P. of Martinsburg W Va and friends in Cross Junction and Siler are noted among attendees.
A fragment notes that American corks are produced domestically and widely sold in South Asia. It mentions a U S firm shipping up to 400 000 gross and describes wide distribution and consumption levels in the region.
Advert describes Moava Suppositories as a cure for piles with rapid relief, claiming soothing antiseptic action heals piles and ends discomfort. It urges readers to obtain the original box from Franck Baker and Son, noting fast results and success even for resistant cases. It also promotes Moava Ointment for itching piles.
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