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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1919

Page

7

Fire Destroys Plant in Shenandoah Valley Powdered by Obstinate Flames

Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Company suffered its third fire loss in 31 months. The blaze, fought amid biting cold, consumed large sections of the plant and nearby apple storage buildings. Insurance coverage stands at 150000. Local firms including Virginia Barrel and National Fruit Products faced damage while workers saved numerous cider vats and surrounding property.

Herland Valley Railroad Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Company Virginia Barrel Company Shenandoah Valley National Fruit Products Company Glaize and Brother Hansbrough and Carter Winchester W. §. Hiett Serass

Chapman Case Set For Dec 16

The $10,000 damage suit against the Norfolk and Western Railroad by the Amos Chapman estate, arising from a collision with Erickson’s truck, will begin in Clarke Circuit Court next Tuesday December 1b. Attorney Blackburn Smith represents the Chapman estate. the railroad is represented by Aubrey Weaver and William Travers Lewis.

Berryville Norfolk and Western Railroad Amos Chapman Erickson Clarke Circuit Court Blackburn Smith Chapman Rairoad Aubrey Weaver Front Royal William Travers Lewis

Notice to Star Subscribers About Payment to Carriers

The Star urges readers not to pay money to local carriers. This notice advises subscribers to withhold payments until further information is provided by the newspaper. It aims to curb unauthorized charges and protect readers from potential misdirection.

The Star

Mrs Nannie Suddarth Endorses Pierce’s Favorite Tea

Alexandria resident Mrs Nannie Suddarth at 1931 Duke Street credits Dr Pierce’s Favorite Tea with maintaining her health since girlhood and helping her family stay strong. She reports fewer illnesses and good health for her children as well.

Staunton, Va Dr. Pierce C. D. Reeves Central Ave Fredericksburg Alexandria

Court Appoints Land Assessors in Clarke County

I K Briggs named assessor of lands for Clarke county by Judge F B Whiting with George L Jones as assistant. Both have prior service and will start in January, with assessments valid for five years.

Berryville I. K. Briggs Clarke County F. B. Whiting George L. Jones Messrs. Briggs Jones

Nerv Worth praised by Portsmouth couple in testimonial

Mrs Fannin endorses Nerv Worth after a nervous condition and operation. She and her husband report relief and recommend the tonic for nerves and digestion. Miller's Drug Store sells Nerv Worth in Winchester. A social note mentions Baltimore visits by several locals returning home.

Ethel Fannin Gallia St Portsmouth Miller's Drug Store Winchester Percy Miller Baltimore Harry Stewart

Dail thought He who begs timidly courts a tr ousal

Quote attributed to Seneca noting the risk of timid begging. The fragment presents a moral reflection on boldness and consequence.

Nose clog relief advertised for cold and catarrh

An old advertisement promises instant relief from nasal congestion due to cold or catarrh. It touts Fly's Cream Balm and Ely's Cream Barrier as creams to apply in the nostrils to soothe inflamed membranes and clear air passages for easier breathing.

Ely’s Crean Basin

Better Than Calomel Olive Tablets Offer Gentle Liver Boost

Dr Edwards his olive tablets derived from a vegetable mix with olive oil, praised for stimulating liver and bowels without calomel side effects. Used in private practice for 17 pins with success. claimed to clear clouded brain and lift spirits. Sold 10c and 25c a box.

Chew Promoted to Chief at Standard Oil Lab in New Jersey

Roger Chew formerly of Charlestown is named chief of the Standard Oil laboratory and manager of the inspection department at the Bayonne New Jersey bio plant, son of Col and Mrs R P P Chew.

Charlestown W. Va Roger Chew R. P P. Chew Standard Wil Bayonne N. J

Dr Carter K B Tea for Liver and Bowels

A period advertisement touts Dr Carter's K B Tea as a gentle tonic laxative for the family. It claims a cup brewed every other night aids stomach liver and bowels and purifies the blood with no strong side effects. It suggests giving it to children during fever or poor appetite.

Fine Baby Boy Born to Mr and Mrs Roland

Mr and Mrs W C Roland announce the arrival of a fine baby boy this afternoon. Mrs Roland was formerly Miss Lute Williamson of this city.

W. C. Roland

Pape's Cold Compound Claims Quick Relief

The ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as the fastest remedy for severe colds and grippe. It recommends taking every two hours, usually three doses, to stop a runny nose, headache, fever, sneezing, and stiffness. It stresses no quinine and a pleasant taste with low cost at drug stores.

Pape

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