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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1928
Page
2
Williams Virginia dispatch notes visitors include Ethel and Cora Bly of near Scett Gap visiting their grandfather J H Burkhart. B R Clowser and family visited Mr Robert Knight near Kernville on the prior Sunday.
Cumberland Maryland visitors en route to Wardensville and Rev D R Cleckner historic pastor of the Wardensville circuit. Rev Goodwill to lead service next Saturday at 8 pm. Local families and campers attended camp meeting at Wardensville. Mrs Brill recovering from a neck injury. Dinner guests included Summers Ashwood and Charles at Williams home.
A vintage dealer advertises multiple used cars with low down payments and easy terms. Cars include 1924 Dodge Sedan, 1927 Nash Coach, 1922 Buick Touring, 1925 Dodge Touring, 1923 Buick Touring, and Cadillac Sedan among others, each with down payment details and brief notes on condition, mileage, and ownership history.
Virginia paid 21,800,640 in income tax for the year ended June 30 1928. This is 1,020,062 more than 1927 and 5 percent higher. Corporate payments totaled 17,669,824 and individuals 4,220,816. Virginia’s total tax payments including miscellaneous taxes reached 83,694,871 versus 79,160,328 in 1927. National income tax collections fell 2 percent. Over all misc taxes Virginia paid 61,804,231 and total state taxes 83,694,871.
An advertisement claims Vinol a tonic of iron phosphates and cod liver peptone ends nerves fatigue and irritability. It touts better sleep and appetite after drinking the first bottle and praises its taste. Baker's Drug Store sponsors the claim.
State Highway Commission plans soon to widen the Valley Pike through Shenandoah County as groundwork for a major Virginia north south highway. A convict road crew will work on widening and improving narrow sections, with land donations guiding right of way expansion.
The Seattle Times quotes a maxim about how one woman can expose a fool and another can forge character in a fool, reflecting on gender dynamics and personal growth.
A compact ad shows various classic cars with model years brands and asking prices. Studebaker Hudson and Ford offerings include Master 6 models 1924 to 1928, Chrysler 70 Phaeton and Roadster, Buick 1926 models, Pierce Arrow 1925 3-Ton, Hupmobile sport tours, and a 1928 Chevrolet 1-Ton stock alongside 1929 Whippet Delivery.
Hayfield Virginia reports Mrs. Ella Kern, famed for capturing many rattlesnakes, failed to finish a fierce black rattler. Robert Palmer killed the snake in a briar patch after a sharp fight, the serpent measuring 4 feet with 9 rattles and a button. Palmer notes the reptile spat “living fire” during the melee. Mrs. Kern plans repairs for her hoes as Palmer eyes the next hunt.
Capon Bridge locals report Mrs Frank Kerns improving after a visit to Winchester for medical care. Mrs M A Horner visited Mr and Mrs J T Funkhouser on Sunday. Miss Nancy Funkhouser stays in Cumberland Maryland with Miss Margaret Shuler. Rev E F Boggess from Washington DC will preach at the Church of Christ Sunday night.
September 2 at 8 o clock Christian Endeavor meets at 7 p m with topic The Golden Rule In Business led by Mrs Ernest Eaton. Visitors include Mr and Mrs W H Brown and family of Wellesville Ohio. FB Grant Nine announces Capon Bridge high and graded schools open September 10 for 1928 29 session. Eighth grade graduates must present diplomas or report cards on opening morning.
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