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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1927
Page
4
Parents will have their children memorize the daily Bible selections to prove a priceless heritage. The Eternal Word is established in heaven and faithful unto all generations. The preview notes belief in the Word as divine and with God.
The American Legion is praised for urging Winchester citizens to educate themselves and vote in local state and national elections. Observing that out of 5,491 eligible residents only about 2,400 vote, the piece condemns apathy as a major threat to democratic government and urges greater civic engagement.
The article warns Win i residents that the capitation tax must be paid by December 12 to be eligible for the June local election and primary. It notes penalties start October 15 and urges poll tax payment by December 12 if full tax cannot be paid by then. Local elections affect city council, taxes, and school funding.
New York World discusses a tariff revision for agriculture praising simple farmer needs. The piece suggests Mr Coolidge faces congressional scrutiny and notes confusion over which farm implements remain on the tariff list.
The article argues the Pordney-McCumber tariff raises duties on farm implements while leaving free list items with little foreign competition. It notes higher duties on shovels, hemp, rope, corrugated iron, cast iron pipe, and harness buckles, boosting farm costs and contradicting claims of real protection for farmers.
Keyser Daily News urges postmasters to hire amiable clerks and keep smiling at windows. Courtesy at postal counters is deemed essential as customers assess the federal system during stamp purchases, parcel weighing, registrations, and general delivery. Smiling staff are said to speed business and reduce complaints.
The Washington Post reports a Chamber of Commerce survey showing an average of 80 cars per filling station nationwide, with some areas at one station per fifty cars. Including roadside helpers, cities may still overproduce stations. real estate in prime blocks is used to convey entertainment rather than retail value, and independent investors often face disappointing returns despite big oil company clusters.
Captain Buck of Bridgewater College became the only Virginia football player to kick a field goal this season, booting a 25 yard placement kick in a recent game against Shepherds College. Moving goal posts reduced field goal opportunities and only seven players in the South reached goals this year.
A humorous line about a small stoker needing a smaller shovel to be helpful. It references a father and the mishap of scattering coal across the cellar floor. The note appears as a dated 1927 Associated Editors copyright line.
Notice announces a shooting match in the field beside Southern Chemical Co on Saturday December 10 at 1 o clock. Prizes include turkeys geese chickens and ducks. Issued by G F Dove.
Washington D C December 9 thirty nine years this week Henry St George of Virginia and Theodore E Barton of Ohio were sworn in as representatives in the fifty first Congress Now both stood before the speaker and took the oath for the seventieth Congress Of all who took the oath in 1889 only Tucker and Barton remain in the House They were long out of Congress meanwhile Barton served a term as senator They are close friends with mutual interest in treaty questions and frequently discuss national topics
The article notes Mr. Burton and Mr. Tucker are within two years of the same age, with the Virginian being the younger.
Public notice-style advertisement warns sore throat can lead to tonsillitis scarlet fever or diphtheria. It promotes Thoxine claiming quick relief within 15 minutes and offers money back. Sold by Baker's Drug Store and all drug stores with prices 35c 80c and 1.00.
The heirs of Martha W. Bishop announce a public sale of the 98 acre Brooklawn farm near Ridgeway and Bunker Hill in Berkeley County West Virginia. The auction will be in Winchester on December 29 with cash terms.
An ad touts Red Pepper Rub as the fastest relief for chest tightness congestion and cold symptoms. It promises heat penetration within minutes aiding muscled aches and rheumatism with a jar sold at drug stores.
Midway Virginia reports a social note with Mrs Lor ing Flegal visiting Mr B F White. Dinner guests included Mr and Mrs Leroy White and Mr Edwin Snapp at a local gathering.
A Milwaukee Journal item notes Charley Schwab sporting apparel from fifteen years ago, highlighting a nostalgic fashion choice in a local scene. The brief mentions a distinctive vintage look and ties to the city’s style history.
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