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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1922
Page
4
A portrait of Jake Reuben tiling harsh stony acres in a daily grind. He longs to be a famed attorney or banker but remains a farmer driven by duty to support his ailing sisters and keep corn and hay flowing. His weary hands blister, his life a constant struggle between dreams and necessity.
In Terrevonne Quebec more than 1 200 residents lose homes as a blaze last night destroyed 175 buildings and caused about 1 000 000 dollars damage. Some structures were dynamited to halt the spread while priests from the Church of the Holy Sacrament led a procession through flames with the consecrated host.
Detailed testimony on impeachment charges against Attorney General Daugherty was reviewed by the House judiciary committee. Representative Keller and Volstead led discussions as the panel prepared to receive the bill of particulars next week.
Police probe a headless male skeleton found kneeling beside a tree at Riga, 14 miles from Atlantic City. Authorities suspect the victim was abducted months ago by a group and hanged, with a rope still looped from the tree. Hunters reported the scene as investigators pursue leads.
Mr. James G. Ludwig of Rio West Virginia brother of Rev S R Ludwig was operated on Friday for cataract removal with very successful results.
Former Notre Dame law professor John P. Tiernan was not committed to Cook County Pepsyopathic Hospital after a writ of commitment. Judge Ridhheimer signed the order at Mrs. Frances Pulaski’s urging, and Tiernan and his wife Augusta and three children remained unlocated.
A serious counter revolutionary outbreak is reported in Patras Missolonghi and Corfu. The British flag is said to have been raised in Corfu amid Greek executions triggering the unrest. The message originates from Athens.
F P Stewart of Roanoke V424 and Welch chmait Fixtures Company of Grand Rapids Mich met with Allen R Emmert of Frank S Emmert Son and Company to discuss installing modern fixtures in H K Green and Brother store on North Main Street. Emmert says the new firm will take possession of the Green Store around January first. measurements were taken for fixtures to be ordered and delivered promptly.
Little Marietta Frances Martin daughter of Mr and Mrs Dolphus Martin died Thursday morning and was buried at Mount Hebron Cemetery. Rev Charles Adey led funeral services with hymns by the Reformed Church choir and a graveside hymn There’s a Friend For Little Children. Hearers included Roy Carper Lawrence Hollis Robert Martin and Olen O’Rourke. She was ill three weeks and three days and leaves her parents a brother. The family thanks friends for support and tokens of sympathy.
Mrs. George Baeller has returned from a visit of several days to friends in Baltimore.
Currants bear best fruit on two to three year old wood and decline on older canes. Regular pruning removes old growth to encourage new, preventing bushes from running out. Train currants as bushes, plant two year old bushes four feet apart, and practice clean culture for two years. Cool, retentive soil, preferably clay subsoil, yields best results. With careful pruning, currants provide good fruit year after year.
The most satisfactory method is spraying with Black Leaf 40 a standard tobacco extract. Available at stores selling spray materials, it carries directions on the can. It works well alone or in combination with other sprays, though severe infestations are harder to control.
This guide notes the season best for tree shaping and explains selecting branches to remove. It advises keeping larger limbs, cutting cross limbs, and making cuts flush with the trunk to aid sap flow. Do not leave a stump.
Prune after fruiting to remove dead branches and shape the plant. Cut out old wood and some new growth. Fruit is produced on two and three year old wood, so preserve this structure while keeping the plant natural. Prune currant and gooseberry bushes as soon as they finish fruiting.
Statistics indicate the country now has 75 fruit trees on farms, down from 100 a decade ago. Experts warn the trend will continue, potentially leaving the nation almost fruitless in coming years.
The ad touts Silverware, Cut Glass, French ivory sets, Elgin and Hamilton watches, bracelet watches, fountain pens, and gold and silver pencils. It claims factory-made stock from reputable firms, invites presents, and asserts a growing, trusted business with many satisfied customers.
In Brucetown Virginia on Tuesday evening Pearl Estelle Moulden wed Harry A Lake a prosperous Boyce farmer. Rev G W Gaither officiated. The couple was serenaded by Mildred Rowland as they entered the decorated parlor and were given in marriage by Charles Moulden. A reception followed with songs and music.
The church school meets at 9 45. Wes leyan Men's Bible class at the same hour. Morning worship at 11 includes a sermon titled The Temple Beautiful. Evening service at 7 30 features Dr Howard A Musser, famed jungle man of India and noted missionary speaker. All are welcome.
Sunday School at 9 45 p m Golden Route Bible Class for men Friendly Bible Class for Women Willing Workers Bible Class for women de partmentalized class for every age Preaching at 11 a m by a pastor Epworth League at 6 45 p m Preaching at 7 30 p m by pastor
The trial of Prince Andrew, brother of former King Constantine, began this afternoon in Athens on charges of disobeying orders from the Greek general staff and contributing to the Asia Minor military disaster.
The trustee will sell the 128 acre John Ebersole Farm in Frederick County Virginia at the Frederick County Court House in Winchester on Saturday December 16 at 11 A M. The sale requires one third cash and the remainder in two equal annual installments secured by bonds and a trust deed with insurance on the buildings. Auctioneer A G Swanson. 11-24-4w.
Mr and Mrs B A Grayson of Keyser WV and Mr James G Lud wig with wife of Rio WV joined Mr H L Ludwig and wife Mr Paul Clarke and Mr Garrett all of Washington as well as Mrs Lou Slonaker of this city for Thanksgiving dinner at Rev S R Ludwig s home 325 National Avenue.
Zeilor W. Bageant manager of the Purcell farm near Albin was reported much improved today after an appendicitis operation at Memorial Hospital and remains under care.
Mr. B. A. Grayson of Keyser West Virginia stays at the home of Rev. and Mrs. 8. R. Ludwig during a short visit. Thought for the Day notes some people fret over matters they will never have to face.
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