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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1927
Page
4
Daily religious column from The Star Publishing Co. of Winchester Virginia emphasizes faithful waiting on the Lord with scripture from Psalm 123 and a prayer asking for strength and mercy. Parents are urged to have children memorize the daily selections as a priceless heritage.
The South Hill Enterprise praises H. F. Byrd of Winchester for proposing a streamlined Virginia tax system. The plan would cut taxpayer burden by about one million dollars and redirect three million into schools, supported by Morrisette, Reid of Larus Bros., and allied newspaper men.
The Virginia Tuberculosis Association launches its annual Christmas seal sale to fund disease prevention and patient care. Last year raised 565,645.20 dollars. this year aims for 665,000.00. The seals symbolize the season and support hygiene education to reduce tuberculosis deaths in Virginia and beyond.
A Petersburg boy aged 16 stood with Confederate veterans at Governor Run’s grave. After the benediction the boy blew taps as notes drifted over Blandford Hill and echoed across the ravines near Fort. The scene marked a silent, poignant tribute.
In a solemn funeral scene Captain Carter Bishop relays Judge Mann's wish to hear reveille after taps to symbolize resurrection. Bugler plays the call as mourners, with comfort in their hearts, bid farewell to a noble life on the green mound. Morning breaks for the faithful soldier.
A newspaper columnist argues that imitation jewelry has evolved into widely accepted decorations. Beads and faux gems are praised for pairing with outfits, challenging old notions of vulgarity and suggesting a move away from ostentatious displays.
In San Angelo Texas a Thanksgiving day chicken bought by Mrs Rathbone for dinner yielded a diamond ring worth $200. The jeweler appraised the gem, and the husband initially protested the chicken’s dinner role but relented after discovering the hidden treasure.
A government study shows fall and early winter egg and fowl sales are the most profitable of the year with prices highest then. Farmers can raise profits by timing production to fit this market pattern.
Mount Pleasant Virginia. many residents visit relatives in Winchester Strasburg and Washington with several home gatherings. Rev P R Diehl and family dine with Lamp household. Local church services Sunday Sunday school set for 2 pm preaching at 3 pm in United Brethren Church. The Philadelphia Bulletin notes Senator Caraway predicts GOP losses in the West and Democrats in the South.
Shenandoah Valley gains a twelve month boost as the AA A approves the Lee highway coast to coast route from New York to Little Rock with Winchester Luray and New Market highlighted for increased travel through 1928. The route book elevates Shenandoah area with feature write ups on Winchester Harrisonburg Lexington Luray New Market and notable caverns and towns along the main and feeder routes.
Mrs. B. J. Swimley and Mr. Dan Huyett of Charles Town West Virginia have been guests of Mr. Joe Snapp on Sunday evenings.
A Rochester Democrat and Chronicle report notes wildcats still roam the Pennsylvania mountains and can fight as they did in olden days, illustrating their enduring wild nature and resilience.
The article states that China spans land area equal to all of North America from Nova Scotia to British Columbia and from Winnipeg down to the southern edge of Mexico. It emphasizes a vast, continental scale comparison.
A short reflective piece notes that Christmas brings happiness for some and longing for others. it expresses hope that a kind Santa Claus will fulfill the wishes of a needy child.
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