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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1930
Page
4
The Evening Star operating details show post office entry at Winchester and a publication schedule. It lists pricing options for annual, semiannual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly subscriptions and notes national advertising representation by Devine-Tenney Corpora in Chicago.
A reprint note indicates the Associated Press dispatches are exclusive for publication and local news is consolidated with Morning News, The Weekly News, The Weather Times, and The Weekly Mir edition.
Verse excerpt from Revelation 7 11 12 describes angels surrounding the throne and worshipping God. It frames worship with Amen blessing glory wisdom thanksgiving honour power and might to God forever. A prayer repeats worship honour power and blessing ascribing worth to the divine.
Pulaski Times reports wildlife expert Handley warns extreme heat and drought hurt hatchings across the region. Quail numbers decline as rabbits vanish, and squirrels have yet to recover post migration. He warns a hard winter could push wildlife toward near extermination in the Valley Blue Ridge and upper Piedmont. Citizens are urged to feed coveys and put out corn for turkeys, squirrels, and rabbits, with 3 000 bushels of wheat and 500 of corn to be distributed by game wardens.
A fog over Belgium's Meuse Valley is linked to a mysterious death pattern near Liege. British scientist J B She discounts poison gas, suggesting a reappearances of a black death like plague as the cause.
The text argues gas as warfare is a red line that must be outlawed to avert a future world war. It warns modern conflict would involve entire populations and airborne chemical threats, making the next war unimaginable and prompting leaders to act to prevent a holocaust beyond trenches or troops.
A recap of December 9, 1929 items includes WFI in Los Angeles airing Virginia programs, the Winchester Lions Club luncheon, Mayor Shryock urging more policemen to curb crime, forged $20 notes circulating in the Shenandoah Valley, and big crowds at the Colonial Theatre for Winchester's Hero with locals hoping to spot themselves in the film.
December 9 1925 Woodward Ritter Sargent Zirkle and Swank of Handley High School earn berths on the Cumberland Valley Athletic League all star squad. Dan C True Wilson laments prohibition violations by rich men. Walter Shade elected worshipful master Lodge 21 succeeding Barton. Virginians lag in subscriptions to Enandoah National Park as tourism surges south.
In December 1915 Anglo French troops retreated into Greece facing Bulgarian advances. Winchester stores bustle with Christmas cheer as the town readies for the season. Ella E Smith wed Charles W Parish at Evergreen Glenn. Gov Stuart urges neutral trade. The 1916 National Democratic Convention is set for St Louis with a likely renomination for Wilson.
The Company I 116th Infantry Virginia National Guard Rifle Club of Winchester was chartered today by the National Rifle Association at its Washington headquarters. The club joins more than 2 000 affiliated rifle shooting clubs. Officers include Capt Paul R Hartman president Lieut George F Miller vice president Private R T Bryarly treasurer Sergeant J P Blount secretary Capt P Paul R Hartman executive officer and Corporal Albert Seal publicity officer.
An ad touts a strong antiseptic oil that stops eczema and skin issues including acne and pimples. A money back guarantee is offered if Baker's Drug Store or any druggist cannot satisfy, claiming rapid relief for itchy toes and sore skin.
The bulletin outlines the role of the American Legion Auxiliary in advocating for legislation affecting ex service members and dependents. It describes national and state legislative structures, unit procedures, and the need to align auxiliary actions with the Legion’s guidance while engaging women across groups to influence lawmakers.
The Bucy Bee Sewing Circle thanks the Civic League for enabling a $20 contribution to the school milk fund. The luncheon provided the funds to aid undernourished children in school, with Jennie May Manuel expressing gratitude for the community’s kindness.
By distress warrant in Hansbrough and Carter versus Mrs Mollie Funk I offer public auction at 123 North Cameron street at ten o clock Saturday December 20 1930. Items include 18 beds 5 dressers Sunbeam heater electric washing machine refrigerator range tables sewing machine chairs mirrors clocks and more. Cash terms. Deputy Sheriff A J Wigginton.
Lewis Pidgeon of Wadesville Virginia laments a long standing mudhole at Winchester city gate. He urges city leaders to drain the filled drainage to prevent damage and danger as winter ice forms. He asks readers to voice their concern through The Star.
Mrs. Mattie Carver aged 49 died early Monday at her West Washington street home after a brief illness from urea mie poisoning. She was born Mattie Dunn and had lived in Jefferson county all her life. Surviving are a daughter Isabelle, two brothers William and Howard Dunn, and two sisters Virginia Carver and Sally Brown. Services at the home this afternoon with Rev. W. D. Keene officiating. Interment in Edge Hill Cemetery.
State fish and game commission to hold a hearing at the Virginia office on December 18 1930 at 10 AM to act on a proposal allowing sale of legally taken raccoon bear and opossum carcasses between November 15 and January 31 inclusive by order of the Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries.
A famous physician discovers a formula for instant relief. Johnson's Anodyne clears the head and banishes the cough quickly. The ad promises prompt refund if no improvement is noticed, urging readers to try a bottle at their druggist today.
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