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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1924
Page
4
The fragment references Barry Flood Byrd as publisher and notes post office matters. It mentions Winchester Virginia and several local papers the Morning News Weekly News Weekly Times Weekly Mirror. The readable text is incomplete but centers on newspaper publication and postal details.
The article notes subscription rates and credits dispatches not otherwise credited to the paper and references all local news published. It presents a brief notice style update on pricing and sourcing within the publication.
The Virginia delegation urges unity after the New York convention, praising John W. and the national Democratic leadership. They stress preparation for November victory and supporting the state ticket while avoiding fruitless disputes.
The article analyzes Henry Cabot Lodge's warnings and the political tension around the 1920 election. It questions whether Lodge overstates danger from La Follette and contemplates President Coolidge needing Lodge's support. It reflects on public instruction for voters and concern over party unity in Congress.
Splendid rain fell before midnight and into morning but hardly enough to aid crops. A large hay crop was harvested this year in the valley. Miss Pearl Headley returned to Winchester after a three week visit. The Gravel Spring picnic drew strong community turnout. Local residents, including Brawback and Bayard visitors, were noted during weeks past. Milton Kibler and family of Iburg visited A B Stickley and son Wil, while Landon Stickley and family from Woodstock visited M M Likley and family.
Messrs. Edgar Melvin Hall and Harry Coffelt secured newsboy positions in Washington. Mr. Harry Long and family from Richmond were guests of Mr. M. M. Orndorff's family last week.
A group of 16 to 20 African American men and several women bathing at Bartonsville dam fled after sighting eight masked Ku Klux Klan members on a nearby hill. The incident ended with no further action by the Klan and no Colored bathers returning to the dam.
The Virginia Valley Central Conference at Antioch Church discussed establishing a denominational college in Shenandoah Valley. The vote to consider the plan was postponed to next year after committee presentation. Dr. W. T. Walters was re elected conference president with Rev. J. F. Morgan as vice president and Rev. A. W. Andes as secretary.
The Virginia Department of the American Legion in Richmond announces support for National Defense Day September 12, 1924. The statement defends preparedness, notes wartime lessons, and argues defense readiness safeguards the nation from future emergencies.
An old ad describes a pepper rub as a quick remedy to ease chest congestion. It claims heat penetrates into colds, aching muscles, and sore throats, urging readers to buy a jar at the drug store.
Chicago Kiwanis clubs report studies show hunger harms outlook and citizenship prospects. They plan to distribute 1,000,000 free milk bottles to underprivileged families through coupon books for quarts of milk over the summer, aiding mothers in poorer areas.
The 1811 New Madrid earthquake reshaped the Mississippi region creating several lakes across Arkansas and Louisiana. The event altered terrain in the central United States and influenced early settlement patterns in nearby states.
The poem presents Charles and Rose as a newlywed couple with thrift and fantasies of money and show. It humorously contrasts saving habits with chasing amusements and social displays, ending with a light comment on young marriages and target audience.
An August 22 social event notice invites attendance at the School House Lawn. The gathering includes social service work and a rest time with a bench setup, reflecting a community outreach activity.
An irregular ad copy urges women to seek relief from supposed pills sold by the National Medical Institute in Milwaukee Wisconsin. It advises against experimenting with others and touts free relief information and proper cases for use.
Special meeting of subscribers and stockholders in Virginia to discuss reorganization plans for the W. G. & B. L. Co. at 8 p m on Tuesday August 26 1924 in the Handley Library auditorium. Agenda includes issuing stock and bonds to finish the Winchester gas system. Personal notices go out August 14, no new funds sought.
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