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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star Publishing Co. of Winchester Virginia publishes daily except Sunday signaling a local newspaper operation with regional circulation.
A brief, fragmented passage from an Associated Press source notes time-based advance notices and a pricing line for carrier subscriptions. It includes a standard AP rights statement about re publication and local news content.
A reflection quotes Jesus on washing feet and serving others. It warns of winter road dangers on city streets and county roads as slick conditions cause accidents. The piece urges caution, patience, and letting others go first to avoid injury and expense.
Washington Post notes attendance at motion picture theaters as an index of living standards. Will Hays cites 1929 gains in capital investment and employment across production distribution and theater operation, with expected rises through 1930 as films remain popular.
Dr. Jay B. Nagh of New York University criticizes the push for heavy homework for children. The piece agrees with his concern about students spending long hours indoors and argues for a balanced approach to after school assignments.
The author argues homework corrupts discipline and promotes dishonesty aiming to reveal its dubious history. He contrasts professional standards with school practices urging a shift toward real, healthful activities outside study. He questions the origins and justification of homework dating back to 1823.
A letter to Obadiah Evans about Herbert Prescott's will vanishes and a hospital autopsy note reveals Sundown's fatal snake venom. Obadiah seeks copies while Peggy recovers from ankle injury and Julia warns of haunting dreams as a mysterious mangled message hints at a looming danger.
B W Unger of the Best Church section brings to the Star office several ears of Golden Dent Corn grown on his county farm. The ears are well formed and soundly matured. Unger says he sells a large amount each year as seed corn.
The Macon Telegraph notes Brookhart’s unusual social outings tied to a recurring ride. The column hints at party attendance as part of a broader local lifestyle feature.
A philadelphia publication notes the saying that the Old Guard dies but does not surrender while the Toledo Blade reflects on bonds of affection being stronger than kinship and proximity in love.
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