Moral warfare and the need for a moral victory
The article argues that civilization fights imperial aggression in self defense and must detest German aggression and its possible peace terms. It warns that without a moral victory, Allied resolve will falter and Germany will seek a tolerable peace through memory loss and propaganda. It cites Russia as an example and stresses unwavering determination to prevent repetition of war crimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Russia
United States
New York World
Drafted Jim Brick and the Homefront Cheer
A wartime vignette celebrates Jim Brick being drafted with a cheerful, bold resolve to serve. The speaker notes the family's pride as Jim accepts the burden, vows to help defeat the Germans, and to honor his country despite emotional strain. The poem blends humor with patriotic sentiment to underscore collective effort.
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Jim Brick
Jim
Brick
Local Social Notes From Jergpr Virginia
The fragmentary column records visits and greetings among residents. J H Keckley and de Keckley spent Sunday with Walter White. Mr and Mrs Otto Preffitt and family visited J E Knapp. Rev and Mrs H E Sloop were at Rye's. fr and lyde Sale at Arthur Miller's. Emanuel Bist visiting H C Allamong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jergpr
Bana
J. H. Keckley
de Keckley
Walter White
Jmr
Otto Preffitt
J. E. Knapp
H. E. Sloop
Emanuel Bist
H. C. Allamong’s
Local Social News Highlights Sunday Visits
Mr and Mrs T B Cooper and Miss Dorothy Miller visited at Mr J B Snapp s on Sunday. Mr and Mrs P W Good and Mrs T M Good spent Sunday at the home of Mr Lee Orndorff. Mrs J M Frye spent a few days in Washington recently. Mr and Mrs George Dyke visited Mr Charles Frye on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabelle Stewart
Washington
Nellie Williams
C. H. Willis
Roxie
Tulip
J. C. Hale
Canterburg Brevities Update on Local Socials and Incidents
Shifts through Aug events as Zeff Cave party cruises to Luday Page county and visits in Canterburg. Reports note yard parties, motor trips to Strasburg and Roanoke visitors, repairs after a farm accident, and infantile paralysis precaution measures in surrounding counties.
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Canterburg
Zeff Cave
Herbert Cave
Washington
Luday
Page County
J. Y. Willis
Gertrude
Robert
Boyce
Mary Hale
Mabelle Stewart
Nellie Williams
Grace
Mae
Nellie Painter
Fay Clemons
Willie Armel
Walter Jennings
Roanoke
J. D. Jennings
Leroy Murphy
Hagerstown
Strasburg
Delightful Lawn Party at Round Hill Orchard
A social gathering was hosted at Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Hawkins at Round Hill Orchard in Chambersville on Friday night. Lanterns and torches lit the lawn as music and games preceded a lawn-table supper with refreshments. Performers included Lola Pingley and Stanley McFarland among others and a long list of attendees from local families and visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chambersville
Hawkins
Round Hill Orchard
Lola Pingley
Stanley McFarland
Edward Cooper
Cecil Loy
Bertha
Eula
Leslie Cooper
Clark
Guy Legg
Dewey Keckley
Raymond Hicks
Russell Orndoff
Raymond
Roy Vee Stanlay
Loy
Roy
Lynden
Roy Hawkins
Edward Peer
Winchester
Summer Disorders and Impurities in Blood Remedy Ad
Advertisement promoting S S S as a blood purifier to restore health in summer. Claims the remedy cleanses impurities and boosts energy, noting 50 years on the market and druggists endorsing reliability. Includes offer for literature and free medical advice from Swift Specific Co. Atlanta.
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Swift Specific Co
Atlanta, Ga
Gatekeepers urged to run Valley Turnpike tolls smoothly
Notice from Valley Turnpike Co announces gatekeepers must stay on duty and provide change for small bills. Report any failure to perform duties to President H. F. Byrd. July 27.
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Valley Turnpike Comany
Valley Turnpike CO
H. F. Byrd
Doctor Fahrney of Hagerstown MD Promises Free Consultation
A historical medical advertisement lists Dr. Fahrney of Hagerstown MD offering free consultations for a wide range of ailments from anemia and diabetes to tuberculosis and rheumatism. It notes a daily rate of 29 cents and emphasizes various chronic conditions treated.
Youth Enlists Against Odds After Listing Hurdles
A young man named Slonaker faced rules blocking his advance on a list due to dependents. He chose to enlist anyway and departed today to join the army, aiming for the Baltimore recruiting station.
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Slonaker
Baltimore
Women travelers head to Baltimore in new touring car
Miss Camilla Rutherford Miss Florence Ruth erford and Mrs M P Ebert left yesterday for Baltimore and Lutherville Maryland riding in Dr William Eberts new touring car They will be guests of Dr and Mrs Ebert at Lutherville for several days and then visit relatives in Baltimore before returning to Winchester
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Camilla
Florence Rutherford
M. P. Ebert
Baltimore
Lutherville
William Ebert
Bert
Winchester
Lemon Juice Freckles Remedy At Home
Make a cheap beauty lotion by squeezing two lemons into three ounces of orchard white to yield a quarter pint. Use daily on face neck arms and hands to fade freckles and blemishes and improve skin clarity and whiteness. Harmless and inexpensive, purchasable from grocers and drug stores.
Leedy Knocked Down By Street Car in Roanoke
Roanoke Virginia August 14 Colonel Robert F Leedy commander of the Second Virginia Regiment was struck by a street car as he alighted and stepped around the rear. He was knocked several feet before the speeding car and narrowly avoided the wheels. He suffered scratches and a badly wrenched shoulder.
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Roamoke
Colone
Robert F. Leedy
Virginia
Colonel Leedy
Democratic candid ate nominated for Legislature in two counties
The Democratic nominee for the Legislature comes from Page and Rappahannock counties. The district has been represented two terms by Col. Robert F. Leedy, who now commands the Second Virginia Regiment. An agreement between the two counties assigns alternating candidates.
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Page
Rappahannock
Robert F. Leedy
Second
Virginia Regiment
John J. Miller For the Legislature
John J. Miller a wealthy fruit grower and farmer of Rappahannock county has been nominated for the legislature in Luray Virginia. The announcement notes Miller’s local prominence and his agricultural background as qualifications for public service.
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Luray, Va
John J. Miller
Rappahannock County
Winchester youth begs immediate draft exemption review
Dailey R. Slonaker, son of wealthy parents near the bottom of the draft list, asked the local exemption board at Winchester Virginia on August 11 to examine him at once. The plea drew attention as many newspapers in principal cities highlighted the dispatch.
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Winchester
R. Slonaker
Eminent Domain Notice in Frederick County Virginia
In the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Frederick County on August 14 1917 Winchester and Western Railroad Company sues A S Pratt & Sons Inc for condemning a 30 foot by 0.562 acre land strip in Back Creek district. The court orders five commissioners to determine just compensation and fixes Oct 1 1917 as the next term date for appearance and action. Publication in The Evening Star for four weeks and posting by August 20 1917.
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Circuit Court
County of
Frederick
Winchester and Western Railroad Company
Plaintif‘s
A. S. Pratt & Sons ,Inc
Washington, D. C
Back Creek
Frederick County
Virginia
A. S. Pratt & Sons, Inc
Circuit Court of
Evening Star
Winchester
J. W. Bardpr
JIR
Ward & Larrick, P. Q
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The
Harry Flood Byrd
Bell 33
United
Evening Star Publishing Company
Weekly Times
Weekly Mirror
the Evening Star
Walt Mason
Rosenberger
Grace Painter
Barbara Haine
Pittsburgh
James Beaty
Lavenia Clevenger
Mary Painter
Stephens City
Martha Bowman
Luther Williams
Williams
T. F. Clemons
Wallace Clemons
E.J. Albin
B. C. Painter
F. T. Frey
Sites
Eva Painter
Barnesville, Md
Bernard Rowland
L. J. Cave
Marjorie
Harry L. Livick, Phe G
Livick’s
N. Main St
Valley Turnpike
Fahrney
Hagerstown, MD
Thomas & Messer Co
Baltimore St
Baltimore,’ Md
South Kent St
Lucy Barrett
Cee Ae Williams
Winchester Inn
G. C. Shepard
Leedy
Crystal
Ian Iced
Miller’s Drug
Beth
E. Water St
Max
Well
Oldsmobile
Maxwell
Northern Virginia Distributors
Queen Insurance Co
America
Hansbrouge
Arter
J.j.cooner?& Sons, Distributors
Harroun
D Valley Auto Sales Company
Rutland Water
Franck Baker & Son Pharmacists
Huyler’s
Martha Washington
Huyler
Fred Ss. Boyd
Main and Water Sts
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