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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1924
Page
4
An OCR fragment indicates a rural Virginia publication lineage with names such as Byrd and Winchester. The text hints at post office mailing details and a weekly newspaper connection, implying a local paper rebranding or relocation.
The text lists subscription rates in US dollars for different terms. One year eight dollars and fifty cents, six months in advance one dollar seventy five, three months ninety cents, one month eighty cents by carrier one year four dollars fifty cents, six months two dollars twenty six cents, three months one dollar and a partial line mentions United &iasw.
The passage lists candidates for president John W. Davis and Charles W. Bryan for vice president, plus Thomas W. Harrison for Congress from the Seventh District, noting Associated Press credited content and local publication details.
The article ponders Martian life and calls scientists to claim evidence. It notes distances to Mars and the difficulty of interplanetary communication. It reflects on human language barriers and the challenge of recognizing signals from another world.
Danville Virginia. cigs chairman Shirley ghway Commission outlines progress on the planned 4 000 mile system started in 1922. He says about 1 800 miles have been completed with 22 million dollars spent by the state 40 miles by the government and roughly 400 in the counties before state takeover.
The article notes about 2100 miles remain to be built and 460 miles previously taken by counties must be resur faced. A state-aid plan aims for 12000 miles with 6000 miles constructed and state cost shared. Officials say 90 percent of traffic will be served and licenses cover maintenance. Historic sites will be accessible as towns connect by hard surfaced highways, without bonds. It criticizes promoters of bond issues and urges rural opposition to bonds while praising the current method.
REST Virginia August 25 Mr and Mrs Harry Stipe and family Mr and Mrs Garland Snyder Mr and Mrs John Schlack Miss Ethel Eruning and Miss Ethel Eubanks attended the Sunday School convention at Bethel Church a profitable day. Luther Heyett Maurice Snapp J J Ridgeway and Son and Fred Ridgeway attended a stock sale near Hagerstown. Miss Lelia Payne of Brunswick Md visited her brother. The Rest Church social on the schoolhouse lawn August 22 drew a nice sum for social service work. Miss Francis Moulden visited Martinsburg Wednesday. Mrs George Clarke left Sunday for two weeks in Gaithersburg Md.
The Star recalls Hunter N Kern of Winchester a loyal Republican and hospital man noted for his integrity. The piece recalls his postmaster appointment and his long standing prominence in the Shenandoah Valley and within Harding Coolidge era politics.
A Sidney Johnson notice dated August 22, 1924 lauds Hunter N. Kern as a loyal Republican whose steadfast defense of President Harding is praised. The message emphasizes Kern as a citizen Winchester cannot afford to lose and frames the tribute as a gratifying acknowledgment from genuine Republicans nationwide.
A circulating rumor claimed a child had been killed at the Woodmen's picnic in Gore on Saturday afternoon. Officials and eyewitnesses denied the report as untrue while urging families to avoid spreading unverified claims.
A Chicago woman shares relief from monthly pains through Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound after doctors advised surgery. She cites two children now and recommends the remedy to others with female troubles. Sold by druggists nationwide.
A small child wandered from parents at a large picnic and was missing for a time. Search efforts were organized and the child was located unharmed and returned to its parents.
Aug 25 in New York Harry K Thaw may be examined in the $500000 alienation suit brought by Mary Madeline Helen Modica against Countess de Perigny Thaw's sister may testify if the countess admits visiting Thaw with Emanuel Victor Modica Mrs Modica's husband A commission may take depositions unless the countess admits writing letters to Modica
A historic theatre project receives a substantial loan of 85 000 in current currency. The funding signals ongoing support for Shakespearean stage pursuits and related cultural initiatives amid evolving financial terms.
A notice lists stock sheep available for sale. Details unreadable in the fragment. No names, dates, or locations clearly readable.
Financial statement dated July 31 1924 for Winchester Gas & Electric Light Co and W A Ryan trustee reports assets liabilities and capital. The balance shows fixed capital cash accounts receivable materials and supplies and unpaid subscriptions with total assets of 149 163 94 and liabilities including bonded debt notes payable and consumer deposits. Net profit for period 4974 93 and capital investment rise from 41376 82 to 89922 00 with cash receipts from subscribers totaling 45228 00. Book value per share about 12 43 and show profits from Jan 1 to July 31 1924 with detailed operating revenues and expenses.
In the Winchester and Clarke County Garden Club contest, co hostesses for the Friday reception at North Braddock Street home of Mrs Louis Baker included Miss Sophie Baker Mrs Jacob Baker Mrs W E Cooper Mrs Leigh Rulter and Mrs C W Trenary. Guests enjoyed a charming afternoon as they were assisted by the hostesses.
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