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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1940

Page

3

Apple Seeds Found Useful For Healing

University of Oregon Medical School researchers report apple seeds and seed oil restore muscle weakness in animals with paralysis-like conditions caused by lack of Vitamin E. Oil reversed paralysis in 24 hours and prevented it even when Vitamin E was removed, suggesting a strong nerve muscle vitamin effect and potential fertility links.

Portland, Obe University of Oregon Medical School Nutritional Research Laboratory Ira A. Manville Lou Gehrig Manville Washington Yakima

Notice to debtors of Mollie C. Barrow estate

All parties holding debts against the estate of the late Mollie C. Barrow and all persons owing said estate are asked to communicate with the undersigned. Administrator Mollie C. Grim. (8-12-31)

Mollie C. Barrow Strother, Grim Mollie C. Grim

Public Sale Of Frederick County Real Estate In Virginia

Public sale authorized by deed of trust dated September 4 1931 will offer two tracts in Back Creek district Frederick County near Mountain Falls and Wardensville claim about 15 miles west of Winchester totaling 145 acres at 12 noon on August 24 1940 at the County Court House Winchester Virginia One third cash with balance in two equal annual installments secured by a deed of trust and insurance upon the property P Harrison trustee Coleman Dunn auctioneer (7 24 31 8 7 14 21 51)

Frank Dwyer Circuit Court Frederick County County Court House Winchester Virginia Back Creek Mountain Falls H. T. Lockhart A. J. McKlwee Wardensville P. Harrison

Navy Admits Only Men Of Better Type

Navy Secretary Frank Knox announces Navy policy to recruit only men of unquestionable character with high physical and mental standards. He notes a three thousand man waiting list and says there will be no lowering of standards to favor any group, stressing the need to protect parents and impressionable youths.

Navy Department Navy Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox Becaus

Crown Princess May May Lease Virginia Estate Home

Crown Princess Martha of Norway may lease a Virginia estate as her home during her visit to the United States. She traveled with three year old Prince Herald and will be accompanied by Crown Prince Olaf. The royal party toured Richmond Williamsburg Norfolk and Jamestown on June 27 1939 and were hosted at Brandon the home of State Senator Robert W Daniel. She has resided in Stockholm since Norway’s invasion by the Nazis.

Martha Richmond Virginia Washington America American Legion Sweden Prince Herald Prince Olaf Williamsburg Norfolk Jamestown Brandon Robert W. Daniel

Coal Price Increases Warned By Dealers For Winter

Advance notices from coal mines indicate higher prices on September 1. Dealers warn households to stock up before the deadline to avoid premium costs and urge buyers to consider heat value per dollar rather than weight alone.

Cattle Herd Stops Car as Last Cow Jumps on Hood

John Hass slowed to allow a herd to cross a road in Phoenix Arizona. The final cow sprinted ahead leaped the car and landed on the hood facing the surprised driver in a brief encounter.

Phoenix Ariz John Hass

Old Bethel Notes highlights community events and visits

In Old Bethel Virginia on August 14 residents report Mrs. Evelyn Pent improving and a busy social period. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Bennett returned from Martinsburg where he works. Ida Marple visited Agnes Cather and Marion Sim hosted visits from North Mountain. A Luttrell reunion and a yard party for church fundraising are scheduled. Edna Hawkins and family join activities as sickness eases.

Old Bethel Evelyn Pent Lee Bennett Martinsburg Bennett Ida Marple Agnes Cather J. R. Hawkins Edna

Proper Fuel Firing Tips For Efficient Heating Plants

The article outlines factors affecting clinker formation and faults from foreign matter like glass iron and tin. It stresses the importance of proper furnace draft and careful stirring to protect customers and ensure efficient operation of heating systems.

Erly

Daily Crossword Clues and Clue Grid Listing

Crossword puzzle presented with Across and Down clues covering topics from geography to language and calendar terms. Includes numbers for each entry, with answers typically intersecting to complete a standard themed grid.

Pingley Plans Model Subdivision on Sherman Orchard Land

Harry E. Pingley, longtime Northwestern grade service operator, buys 25 acre Sherman orchard from Farmers and Merchants Bank and aims to develop a model subdivision called Monte Vista three miles west of Winchester on U S Route 50. He will divide land into building lots and blend with 10 to 12 nearby houses, envisioning streets on several acres with highway frontage. If successful, a new community will rise on both sides of the highway where no homes or business once existed.

Harry E. Pingley Winchester Montevista Pingley Farmers and Merchants Bank Sherman Orchard Mr. Pingley Sherman

Philippines warned of fifth columnists by US Army general

Manila August 14 Major General George Grunert commander of the Philippine Department US Army issued a warning to residents to be on guard against fifth column activities. The alert underscores wartime concerns and calls for vigilance across communities.

Manila Philippines George Grunert Philippine Department United States Army

Reconstruction Aided By U S In French Town Arcis Sur Aube

Arcis Sur Aube in the Champagne region, nearly razed by bombing, receives American help with food and medical supplies as American Red Cross trucks enter the town. Germans and French cooperate in reconstruction amid occupation.

Arcis Sur Aube France Berlin Arcis Aube Champagne George Jacques Danton American Red Cross

Pike Visitors Being Put Off By Patrols

State police urged patrols on Pennsylvania's 70 million dollar turnpike to keep unauthorized persons off the road until completion. John D. Fuller head of the turnpike commission denied the request for police protection, warning against potential sabotage along the all weather highway between Harrisburg and Pittsburgh.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania John D. Fuller Pittsburg

Steer Robs Farmer of Wallet Content in Cattle Feeder Tale

Costly Beef reports a Butler County farmer recounting a steer snatching a handkerchief with $150 in bills from his pocket. The animal pulled out two twenties and a ten before the farmer recovered some of the cash, leaving the rest missing.

Mat Luther

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