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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1927
Page
4
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If parents have their children memorize the daily Bible selections it will prove a priceless heritage in after years. The Lord reigns clothed with majesty and strength. the world is established and cannot be moved. Psalm 93:1. Prayer Enthrone Thyself in our hearts Amen.
A Charlotte Observer reprints a Raleigh News and Observer editorial arguing NC highway bonds are fiscally sound. It cites debt retirement by 1952 if no new bonds are issued, notes proposed 1937 peak payments, and claims tax revenues surpass bond costs, urging continued road construction and broader car ownership.
An Observer report compares Virginia and North Carolina road financing. It notes Virginia devotes most revenue to roads, while North Carolina spends about half, with $6 million for interest and $2 million for sinking fund in 1987. It cites total state debt above $500 million and interest consuming one quarter of property taxes.
A commission reports the Leaning Tower of Pisa tilts more each year but not quickly enough for urgent disaster fears. Measurements show about a half inch movement in 20 years and a steadier four hundredths inch annually since 1918. The panel cautions prudence with any reinforcement, aiming to prevent further inclination.
The voice argues that widows remain vulnerable to confident fraudsters who pose as bankers or brokers. They exploit sympathy, promise doubling of funds, and may even marry to control a widow’s fortune. Authors urge state laws to shield widows from ongoing abuse.
The text argues that drivers often misjudge speed, claiming to travel slowly while police report higher speeds. It notes relative perception, with cautious drivers in early stages underestimating fast travel, then normalizing higher speeds after frequent exposure. It warns rapid drivers must adjust judgment to urban conditions to avoid accidents.
In Hagerstown Maryland a three passenger car crashed into a high embankment near the Conococheague creek bridge and Wilsons yesterday morning. Jeff Hovermale 21 of Berkeley Springs West Virginia died from a crushed skull. John Young 23 of Berkeley Springs was critically injured with back wounds. Edward Ambrose and George Frederick, both of Berkeley Springs, escaped with scratches.
In Frederick County Circuit Court Virginia a decree directs master commissioner to report on W Taylor Wall estate debts real estate liens and dower issues. Notice to creditors to appear at Winchester September 24 1927 10 am and file proofs. continued until completion. Warren Rice Master Commissioner Frederick County Virginia.
State Tax Commissioner Morrissett outlines a series of proposed constitutional amendments. Key items include shifting governor term start to January third Wednesday and ending the second Tuesday after the January fourth year, adjusting lieutenant governor and attorney general terms, speeding election vote counting, and potential creation of a pardoning board while allowing abolition of the secretary of the commonwealth. Also includes compensation provisions and office appointment rules subject to general assembly confirmation.
Detroit August 24 Associated Press says Duke Schiller will pilot Phil Wood on a planned Windsor Canada to Windsor England non stop flight. He took off at 10 10 am for Curtiss Field New York to test instruments in the Stinson Detroiter monoplane. Schiller hopes to complete the trip in six hours.
In Glen Cove New York a 20 foot high and 12 foot diameter tree bears 34 apple varieties. The tree belongs to James Holloway 70 who has long experimented with grafting. The tale adds humor noting even Sir Isaac Newton could not lie under it due to the heavy fruiting branches.
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