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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1918
Page
4
Clarke County commissioners reviewed a road realignment from Gaylord to Mill Road to ease curves on the Clarke County line. Viewers previously set damages at 300 dollars, but the board cut to 200 dollars. Heirs protest, seeking fair compensation while a new agreement on the route is pursued.
The county moves to remove poll gates and related tolls as part of a broader shift to tax reform and better road funding. Officials say lifting gates will empower the people and improve travel, with extended access and simplified toll mechanisms.
The Red Cross Melting Pot reports a profit of 35.93 since the last July 13. Donations are useful and ornamental and items are for sale at reasonable prices at Red Cross rooms 2 West Water Street. Viewings invited. Those with old mutilated auto tires may leave an address at Boyd's drug store or mail to Miss Mary Worthington Winchester Virginia.
The U S Department of Agriculture will not force dairy farmers to dispose of poor cows or require feeding according to production or silos and legumes. It cannot compel planting practices but will encourage economical herd, farm, and business improvements.
United States Department of Agriculture outlines methods to inoculate soybeans. Transfer soil from an established field, inoculate seeds with artificial cultures, or moisten seeds with molasses and dirt. Use 200 pounds per acre, keep inoculants shaded, and plant after drying. Fertilizers like cottonseed meal can aid growth during nodulation establishment.
A brief critique frames spreading baseless gossip as unpatriotic. It argues that true patriotism requires truth and restraint, condemning rumors as harmful and irresponsible.
Civil War veteran Nelson H. Pease of the National Soldiers' Home, Tennessee, claims Vinci tonic improved his appetite, sleep, and strength at age 74. He endorses Vinci for conditions affecting feeble elders, with Miller's Drug Store and Druggists nationwide selling the product.
Internal Revenue Collector Roper told the Ways and Means Committee that audits of 248 coal companies so far show taxes due totaling 4.452 million dollars more than already paid. The testimony comes as the government plans a new 3 billion dollar revenue effort.
Beginners in poultry business will face many mistakes and hard problems before large success. As soon as it is seen as an investment, more capital may be added to the plant. Patience and gentleness are needed for healthy bright yields.
The refusal of Judge F B Whiting to confirm 28 women deputies for a city census work causes a dispute. Secretary M E Bramlee urges civic duty as 28 volunteers collect data on available women for harvest aid to secure food for troops overseas.
Dreco, dubbed The Miracle Medicine by grateful users, is claimed to relieve stomach disorders and related pains. John Williams of Port Norfolk recounts chronic stomach trouble and constipation improving after one Dreco bottle, noting weight gain and overall well being. The notice says Dreco is now widely dispensed and recommended in Winchester by Miller's Drug Store.
General March reported 32 divisions of American troops in the American First Army in France under General Pershing. He estimated about 40,000 per division, with all forces including corps and army troops around 45,000, totaling roughly 1,430,000 men. The Navy Department and Shipping Board were praised for their efforts.
Notice to stockholders states a special meeting to consider dissolution of Valley Turnpike Co. will be held at War until? in Virginia. Meeting called by board on August 9 by Harrisonburg action and presided by H. F. Byrd with D. B. Dinces as secretary. 1918.
Artillery duels rage along the Vesel front with frequent patrol clashes and sniper fire on both sides as of August 20.
Readers urged to buy War Savings Stamps to support defense efforts. Message emphasizes prudent spending and joining the savings program as a contribution to national security.
A local property sale lists a Corportation Co auction for land and two residences on Cefard Street with 70 and 80 foot fronts and about 14 by 1 lots. The parcels include a cellar and six rooms per house and are offered as a whole or in parcels near Eas with adjoining lands and other owners.
Southern climates offer no protection against summer heat as Helen and others endure a hot spell at Palm Beach.
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