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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1924
Page
4
The text lists publisher Harry Flood Byrd and the Winchester Virginia newspaper details. It notes consolidation with several local papers and provides subscription rates, both in paper and carrier formats, with office contacts and Associated Press affiliation. It also begins to mention political figures John W. Davis and Charles W. Bryan.
Virginia crop on July 1 was put at 3 000 000 barrels by the government, seen as double the actual. Horticulturalists in Staunton urge August 1 revision by Swanson and Glass to prevent harm to small growers. Senators work with the secretary of agriculture. other states show overestimates. Hope September 1 estimate aligns with reality to limit damage.
The Ledger- Dispatch notes fault lines in the slow progress of a crossstate road project from Portsmouth to the state line. It argues North Carolina must promptly build its $250,000 portion along the banks of a canal toward Virginia, while Virginia accelerates its own construction work.
The piece notes Virginia already has a road to Portsmouth and urges North Carolina to finish a hard surfaced link from Elizabeth City to Portsmouth. It argues the route would boost regional cohesion between two major communities and finish the state's longer transportation goal.
Poem condemns gun violence and the murder of a respected man. Describes a gunman who robs and shoots in the night, criticizing lax laws and the cycle of crime. Suggests punishment but notes repeat offenses and release back to the streets.
Rev Nathan Ynard resigns after five years as pastor of a Berryville Virginia Baptist church due to ill health. Resignation effective August 31 with potential stay through September until a successor is chosen. Mr and Mrs Maynard plan September trip to Salem Virginia and later residence at Mrs Maynards former home. Maynard is a Maryland native who arrived October 1 1919 to fill pastorate from Rev E Parlett East.
Sunday services scheduled with preaching at 11 a.m. by Rev. D F Butsler and 9 45 a.m. Sunday school led by Capt. John H Rosenberger. Epworth League at 7 p.m. No evening service. Visitors Dr James I Russell and Marsh all H Russell with Miss Betty Shelvin of New York City visiting the Russell family on South Washington street.
Star Want Ads offer a new dwelling with rooms hall bath large cellar front and rear porches priced at 3500. Building lots on easy payments if desired. Information about Haddox Terrace with main sewer and 10 inch water pipe being laid. Contact GOOD & CO.
Henry G. Shirley, chairman of the Virginia Highways Board, announces that all state highway routes will be officially identified by route numbers rather than names. The policy aims to reduce confusion from multiplicity of names, and signs naming routes are generally not approved despite public requests. Lee Jackson Road is listed as one of ten highways designated by the General Assembly.
Open nostrils end a cold with Ely's Cream antiseptic formula. It penetrates inflamed nasal membranes for instant relief, easing head colds and nasal congestion so you can breathe freely. Avoid snuffles and headaches as air passages clear and recovery begins.
The Lee-Jackson Highway from New Market through Winchester to Fairfax is to be added to the state system with a formal name. The route from Winchester to Washington is largely complete or under contract, with about ten miles left for next spring. The road is in good condition for travel except after heavy rains and carries heavy traffic between Winchester and Washington.
The Rev. W. G. Winton pastor of White Circle circuit Methodist Episcopal Church invites parishioners to a combined church conference and workers' council or a prayer meeting on Thursday September 4 at 8 p.m. Mrs. William H. Tyree of Richmond Virginia is visiting relatives and friends.
Several banks announce closure on Labor Day Monday September 1 1924 as a legal holiday. Papers maturing that date will be payable on the next business day September 2 1924. Cashiers Charles Summers John Evont William Hardy H D Fuller and others sign notices from Union Bank Winchester Shenandoah Valley National Bank and Farmers and Merchants National Bank.
A campaign offering free chest examinations and tuberculosis education will run during September 38-12 in Winchester and Frederick County. District nurse Miss Gertrude Higgins and State Board of Health staff nurse Mrs. McAvoy will tour sections, distribute literature, and urge families to attend the clinics.
Railroad timetable shows daily departures from Berryville in 1928 including No. 13 at 9 20 a m to Bristol and Roanoke with intermediate stops and Pullman service to Bristol. No. 28 at 8 39 a m to Hagerstown and intermediate stations with Shenandoah Junction connections. No. 10 at 1 59 p m to Philadelphia with parlor car to wn. connections to Memphis and Washington and sleeper services noted.
An advertisement touts a sulphur preparation as a quick remedy for eczema and itching. It claims instant skin soothing and clear smooth results, urging sufferers to obtain a small jar from any druggist and use it like cold cream.
Examinations are to be conducted at listed races and houses on Monday September 8 to Thursday September 17. Times include 9.30am to 12pm and 2 to 4pm with several locations such as Bracetown Winchester Win White and Junction Cross. The legible parts outline dates and general timings for the examination session.
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