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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
4
An advertisement outlines prepaid options for the Evening Star including one year six months three months and one month in advance. The listing references consolidation with Morning News and multiple weekly publications.
The piece urges a revival of piety as essential to restore normalcy in America. It argues religion is needed alongside expansion in industry and trade, warning against graft and material excess while praising humble virtue over wealth and display.
A nostalgic verse by Walt Mason describes family warmth during a harsh winter night. The scene shifts from blizzard outside to a cozy home where father reads, mother chats, children play, and everyone finds happiness despite gusty storms and rattling rafters.
The newly named state highway commission will hold its first formal session in Richmond on December 15. Commissioner Coleman released a tentative 1921 road funds apportionment for the state system, including contracted work, with copies filed in each county clerk’s office for public inspection and potential objections from routes chosen by engineers.
Berryville Va December 4 The Baptist Church reports a successful fundraising drive with ten prayer circles and active participation by nearly all members. Leaders D H Jones and Janes organized the effort and pledges surpassed the $6900 target by 1704 95 with more gifts awaited. Children contributed generously to support the gospel cause.
By order of the Corporation Court of Winchester J Few Brown is appointed administrator of the estate of his father Oliver M Brown who died 35 years ago A nominal bond is given and appraisers Adam ney William T Barra and J L Masphis will appraise decedent s estate as presented Oliver M Brown has been dead over thirty years
Winchester residents including W H Elwell harness maker at 311 National Ave report Doan's Kidney Pills quickly cure lame back and weak kidneys. He uses them when kidneys misbehave and backs their effectiveness. Price 60 cents at dealers. FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY.
At a meeting of the Reformed Reunion Association in York Pennsylvania the annual reunion of the Reformed Church people from Pennsylvania Maryland West Virginia Virginia District of Columbia and Delaware is scheduled for July 15 1920 at Pen Mar with hopes of broad participation and renewed ties.
At the Anti Tuberculosis Association headquarters the Red Cross Christmas seals sale opened with an encouraging public response. Virginia residents rushed to the sale to stock up on seals aiding the tuberculosis fight, with many promptly purchasing supplies.
A fragment notes decorations for Christmas packages to be used by buyers later this month. The context suggests holiday packaging efforts and seasonal presentation connected to a local business or retailer.
The Senate has authorized an inquiry into the Michigan old-Newberry senatorial election contest. The Associated Press reports the investigation order. Regular subscribers of The Star are urged not to pay subscription money to the carrier.
Easton Md dispatch reports holly shortages despite a large crop while mistletoe runs high. Talbot county and other Delmaravia Peninsula holly dealers seek stock as urban decoration demand grows beyond supply.
Whitacre's Jazz Orchestra linked to The Whirlwind will perform with the local company at Winchester next Wednesday night for YMCA fundraiser. A dance at Rouss Hall will follow the production at the same venue.
Guidance on sewing techniques and repair options for clothing and textiles. Includes mending strategies, reweaving methods, and simple upcycling ideas for common fabric items.
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