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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1918

Page

3

Methodists to Hold Centenary Institute at Gerardstown

The Centenary Institute of the Methodist Episcopal Church South will meet December 10 and 11 at Gerardstown led by Rev. B. L. Blakemore. The program includes worship, sermons by Rev. Blake more and Dr. H. P. Hamill, addresses by Rev. Cockrell and Dr. Sher, and an illustrated lecture by Dr. Sherman on a world missionary program. Ridgeway circuit services follow with a missionary rally on December 8 at Payne's Chapel Arden and Gerardstown. Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be offered at afternoon and night services.

Centenary Institute B. L. Blakemore Winchester Methodist, Episcopal Church South Gerardstown Martinsburg K. Cockrell Woodstock Sher Sherman Ridgeway

Wheat price to stay fixed at 2.26 a bushel in 1919

A Washington dispatch confirms the Food Administration will maintain the 1919 wheat price at 2.26 dollars per bushel Chicago basis despite the war ending. Farmers in Frederick County fear the guaranteed price could be rescinded, though the administration says Lever Act provisions remain enforceable after termination.

Fort Frederick Food Administration Washington Chicago Chicager Pasha Food Administra Phe ‘Administration

Receiving War and Favorite Prescription Endorsements

War coverage praises American women who serve and endure. Endorsements cite Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for various female ailments and for expectant mothers. Tablet and liquid forms are advertised with trial offers from Buffalo New York and a testimonial from Mrs. D L Parton of 627 Monument St Danville Virginia.

Doctor Danville

War Savings Stamps Offer High Interest Rates in December

December War Savings Stamps cost 4.25 dollars and earn 4 1/4 percent interest, the highest rate yet offered by the government. They mature in four years on January 1, 1923, benefiting both large and small investors by safely investing money at an attractive rate.

Remedy Promoted For Colds And Coughs In Home Choice

Mrs. M EB Smith of Benton La touts Fo tey s Honey and Tar as a grand cough and cold remedy with no opiates. The ad claims it cures flu grip and persistent coughs and suggests it should be in every household.

Father Levy Scott Scott & Bowne Bisoabiee

Autonomy for Catalonia May Be Saved at Peace Conference

Madrid reports a new cabinet under Count Romanones as premier and foreign minister. Catalonia long agitated for autonomy, and the peace conference may settle the issue. Also included is a domestic note on a chronic shopper who forgets her purchase.

Madrid Catalonia Count Romanones

Kidney and Bladder Problems Linked to Uric Acid

Old medical ad copy states uric acid irritates kidneys and bladder causing burning and frequent night urination. It promotes Jad Salts and rad Salta as remedies to neutralize urine acidity and ease bladder discomfort.

Second Wave of Influenza Hits Virginia Towns

Richmond reports the second wave of influenza spreading toward epidemic levels in parts of the state. Doctors warn of rising deaths and more cases as cold weather confines people indoors. Authorities advise fresh air, warm clothing, good nutrition, dry feet, and wide bedroom ventilation to curb spread. homes with schoolchildren are hardest hit.

Richmond Virginia

Patent breath aid marketed by Dr Olive bonnet es

An ad-promoting tablet claims to cure bad breath and related symptoms by a vegetal compound. It urges patients to take one or two tablets nightly for a week, pricing 10 cents to 20 cents per box and notes availability at all druggists.

Olive Bonnet Edwards Prain

Paris Peace Conference Aims for May End

A telegraph from Paris reports Tad Manen allied parties expect preliminary talks to begin December 17 with a formal conference opening January 15. The negotiators foresee the peace conference not concluding before May.

Tad Manen

Berlin to New York flight plan stated for 40 hours

London reports December 6 that a Berlin to New York airship is under construction in Friedrichshafen. The Daily Express correspondent says plans aim for a July trans Atlantic flight if conditions permit. The nine engine eight propeller Zeppelin is to carry nearly 100 passengers and cover the route in 40 hours.

The Star London Berlin New York Friedrichshaven Berne Daily Express

Financial statement of a Virginia bank 1918

Balance sheet and cash reserves listing bonds such as Liberty Loan and War Savings Certificates, deposits, currency, and trust funds. Includes capital stock, surplus, profits, current expenses, and notes payable. Signed by cashier H. D. Butler and directors with notary seal date November 13, 1918.

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Naturalists Gauge Age of Herring From Terms

Naturalists estimate the age of the quarkable terms by examining the alt. its on and related factors. The discussion touches Liberty Bond conditions and cautions against surrendering them conditionally or unconditionally.

Decree In Estate Proceeding In Chester City

October 22 1918 decree in an ingested probate case orders creditors of James P Reardon deceased to appear December 18 at 10 at his office 18 Rouss Winchester Va to show claims and produce papers. The commissioner will publish notice in a local paper.

Johnson Chester Rouss Winchester Enid James P. Reardon

Doan's Kidney Pills Back Pain Testimony Prompts Trust

A Winchester resident testifies to relief from sharp back pains after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. D. H. Anderson of 129 a a St. reports restored movement and normal kidneys, claiming no trouble since the trial. Price 60c at dealers. ask for Doan's Kidney Pills from the F. D. Co. Buffalo, N.Y.

Winchester Doan D. H. Anderson Dean Dean’s

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