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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1918

Page

3

Wilson Welcomed in Paris with Warm French Festivities

President Wilson was feted at the Hotel de Ville with crowds cheering as he arrived in Paris. Henry White notes the deep warmth of French affection for Wilson and allies’ desire for unity ahead of the peace conference. The visit includes ceremonies with President Poincare and plans for further talks as allied premiers face delays.

Paris Wilson Hotel de Ville Henry White France Clemenceau White House Murat Grand Salon Madame Poincare Washingston

Berlin newspapers pivot on Wilson policy shift

The Berlin press documents a change in tone as American President Wilson is studied anew. Formerly aggressive papers against Wilson now admit they were misled by German Junkers and adjust their critique accordingly.

Berlin Wilson Junkers

Judge Whiting Rules in Police Court Case on Two Boys

Judge Whiting clarified reporting errors about two boys Charles Smith and Henry Hockman. He did not reverse the police court decision, but found them guilty of stealing chickens and sent them to jail pending State Board review for possible transfer to a suitable institution.

Whiting Charles Smith Henry Hockman Corporation Court State Board of Charities and Corrections State Reformatory Reformatory

Balm of Gilead in Ancient Jewish Bridal Customs

The article notes that among ancient Jews, perfumes were essential for the bridal toilet and one twelfth of the dowry was set aside for scents. It describes the balm of Gilead as distilled from a bush once common on the mountains of Gilead, now so scarce that only the sultan can supply it.

Gilead

Age of Herring Revealed by Naturalists

Naturalists estimate the marketable herring range from three to seven years old by counting annual rings on the scales. The method yields a broad age span for marketable fish.

The Sum and Substance of Poises and Subers

The paper becomes a member of the family, keeping readers informed about community doings and merchant bargains. Subscriptions promise savings that offset the subscription cost as the paper arrives each day.

Hie Sanemy

Embroidered Purchases Spark Memory Test at Store

A chronic woman shopper asked a salesgirl if she was the one who bought embroidery yesterday and was confirmed. The scene reflects a former era concern with order and propriety as a moral lesson echoes from Justice Joseph Story about liberty and inherited blessings.

the Chronic

Fad That Ma Return

Grandma recalls modesty as a fad and a flippant response from a young girl notes it may return. A quip about sacrifice and a note from the Houston Post provide context for changing social norms and family dynamics.

The Fun of Cooking Displays Aonic New Books

The notice promotes a new book edition titled The Fun of Cooking, highlighting its modern design and appealing content as a splendid present option for someone who enjoys culinary reading.

The True University quote by Carlyle

Noting aصn idea that the true university today lies in a library of books, credited to Thomas Carlyle.

Thomas Carlyle

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