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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1933

Page

6

Norah McShane and ancient Irish lore blend in lecture

A Century Club talk weaves Norah McShane and Irish history from the Four Masters to Druid myths. The essay covers pagan beliefs, fairies, banshees, Tara, Brehon law, and waves of colonists from Milesians to Anglo-Norman influences shaping Ireland’s past.

Nomesick Ireland Four Masters Donegal O’clerys Ollaves O’donnells Tirconnell O’mulconry Jupiter Mannanan Mac Lir Tara Coyne Pale Round Dub England Brian Born Cdontarf Great Britain Spain Greece Scythia Scandinavia Firbolgs Black and Caspian Seas Inisfail Isle of Destiny Miled Milesius Roderick O’conor Kells Cong

Irish Arms and Ancient Irish Lineages in Dublin Exhibit

A National Museum Dublin display shows a Tara brooch and Irish airs. The text traces Anglo Irish descent from O Neills of Tyrone to FitzGeralds, Butlers and De Burgos, noting St Patrick’s arrival and shifts in naming of Scotia and Erin through medieval times.

Tara National Museum Dublin O’neills Tyrone Srponnells Tyrconnell Fitzgeralds Butlers de Burgos Maurice Fitzgerald Geraldines Leinster Offaly Kildare Munster Dismond St. Patrick O'Neill Ireland Scotia Scotland Scotia Major Alban Caledonia Scotia Minor Eire Erin

The Crystal Firmament Theory Then and Now

For centuries astronomers held that the outer sky formed a solid crystalline dome with stars fixed to its surface like studs. The shift away from this geocentric model emerged as observations and experiments revealed a more dynamic universe beyond the firmament.

B C Relieves Periodical Pains In Three Minutes

A pharmacist crafted B C to end monthly pains in minutes. The remedy promises quick relief from cramps and is touted for colds headaches neuralgia and nervous distress without habit forming drugs. Available in 10 and 25 cent packages at drug stores.

B.C B. C

Classical Merchant of Venice by 8 A class

Handley pupils stage a modernized Merchant of Venice with young actors ages twelve to thirteen. The production features period-appropriate sets and costumes and a cast including Paul Hunter as Antonio Howard Allen as Bassanio Gus Cahill as Shylock Martone Lupton as Portia and others.

Handley Antonio Venice Paul Hunter Bassanio Portia Howard Allen Shylock Duke of

Sophomores elect new sponsors and officers

Thursday morning the Sophomores held a meeting electing Miss Rice and Mr Parsons as sponsors Marian Curry was elected president and George Hott vice president We congratulate these new officers and wish them luck In the same morning the Junior Class met and decided to nominate an editor in chief and a business manager for the 1933 Handiian by secret ballot these will be noted next week

Sophmores Miss Rice Mr. Parsons Marian Curry George Hott

December events at First Glen and Tuskegee visit

Miss Cornwell and Mr Stickel advisee groups plan programs at 9:00. Booster Club meets in Miss Boyd's office at 3:00. First Glen Club regular practice at 9:00 on Tuesday December 12. Dr Carver of Tuskegee University speaks to students at 9:00 on Thursday December 14. Wampus Glee Club practice at 3:00. Christmas operetta cast rehearsal at 3:00 on Friday December 15.

Miss Cornwell Miss Boyd First Glen Club Dr. Carver Tuskegee University Alabama Wampus Glee Club Mr. Stickel

Executive Council Approves Booster Club Charter

The executive council met in room 18 on Wednesday afternoon to approve a charter for the Booster Club. A new faculty member to fill Dr Leap’s vacancy was to be elected by the student body. The meeting also discussed continuing G. O. dues collection.

Booster Club Leap G. O

Handlian staff meeting plans student outreach for annual

Thursday afternoon a staff meeting in room 23 had nearly full attendance. On Friday from 9 to 9 30 a visit to advisee rooms will be made to speak to students about this year's annual. The notice ends by encouraging book sales to support the effort.

Handlian

DeWitt Missed From Handley Classes After Injury

Robert DeWitt, a star Handley varsity football player, has been absent from classes this week after an injury. He battled through the season with determination, and while the injury is not extremely serious it could require a lengthy absence from school.

Robert DeWitt Handley DeWitt Stan

Handley Grid Players Hold Annual Feast

The Handley football squad held their annual banquet Friday evening in the school cafeteria. Captain Mike Garber presided as toastmaster, with Mr. Quarles delivering the first speech and jokes that stirred laughter. Coaches Parsons and Sargent spoke, seniors said a few words, then a dance followed in the gym with music by the New Rhythm Aces and a vocal trio performing. This was among the most successful Handley dances in recent years.

Handley Mike” Garber Quarles Parsons Sargent Rythm Aces

Dr. Carver to Speak at Handley High Thursday

Tuskegee Institute scientist Dr. Carver will address high school students and parents at 9 AM Thursday, with an exhibit of 70 peanut products. He is noted as a southern African American leader and recently consulted by President Roosevelt.

Dr. Carver Tuskegee Institute Roosevelt Old South

Eternal triangle returns with two footballers and a Shamrock forward

The snippet hints at a love triangle involving two football players and a Shamrock forward. It suggests rivalries or romance amid sports figures, with tense speculation about who will prevail.

Walls of Gold to Play at Hable's Palace Today

Kathleen Norris drama Walls of Gold based on the best selling novel comes to Hable's Palace today and Tuesday with Sally Eilers and Norman Tre arousing pair in the lead. Also on the bill is Lilian Roth in Million Dollar Melody a Fox musical extravaganza as she appears in Washington theatres.

Kathleen Norris Fox Hable’s Palace Pares Sally Eilers Normanter Roxy’s Theatre New York Lilian Roth Miss Roth Washington

After Tonight at Capitol Capable Wartime Espionage Drama

Warner Bros Capitol shows the RKO film After Tonight starring Constance Bennett as a feminine secret service agent in a tense wartime espionage tale. Clever writing and strong directing praised alongside Bing Crosby in Please and a Newsreel.

Constance Bennett Capitol Theatre Rko-Radio Pictures Bing Crosby

Trees Shrink and Stretch With Sunlight on Clear Days

The article explains that tree trunks shrink during sunny days as the sun draws moisture from the tree, then expand at night. On wet days, no shrinkage occurs.

Cold relief promise product claim ad text

An advertisement promotes Creo mulsion as a powerful yet harmless cold remedy. It guarantees a refund if relief is not achieved after one dose and notes no parental involvement, urging readers to buy through their druggist.

Creomulsion

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