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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1915
Page
2
The advertisement lists 24 to 30 Christmas tags for 5 cents, 30 to 40 Christmas tags for 5 cents, and 10 Christmas cards for 5 cents. This indicates a sale or bulk pricing, offering small holiday stationery at a fixed low price.
X mas shoppers can find a wide selection of handsome and useful gifts at Miller's Drug Store. Kodaks, shaving brushes, safety razors, Ever Ready pocket lights, thermos bottles, heating stoves, Perfection shaving mirrors, Evergreens and holly, spices, lead pencil sharpeners, and more all made in America. Shoppers are invited to browse.
Under a 1915 court decree, Trustees and Special Commissioners offer for sale at public auction in front of Winchester County Court House a 39 by 100 foot lot at 26 Valley Avenue with dwelling, stable and outbuildings. The parcel may be sold in parts or as a whole with terms requiring one third cash and balance in notes secured by deed of trust. Proceeds support the Union Bank of Winchester v Hill case.
Von der Goltz sets up a Aleppo HQ as Turkish and German forces prep to invade Egypt. Italian troops near 2 million with plans for 1 million more. 49 French Deputies killed since war began. Holman of the British Indian Army wounded in France. Ionesco suspected of bribery and death by own action. French and British bombardments target Metz Gallipoli and Turkish lines at Kuba Flamara Mesopotamia. Bulgarian losses 120000 with half in Var valley fights. Greece discussed to keep Bulgarian troops out of Entente actions. Austro German Turks may attack Greek territory. Local item notices follow about elections, visits, and business activity.
A Missouri family of four recommends Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and croup. W. C. Allen of Boseley says it is the best cough and croup medicine he has used for eight to ten years. Also notes satisfactory results for coughs and colds and that it is sold everywhere.
Scouts of Troop held a Christmas cake sale Saturday at 113 West Water street and raised $17. They thank donors and patrons for their liberal purchases.
A Baltimore doctor offers a simple home treatment for eczema ringworm rashes and itching. Buy retinol ointment and resinol soap from a druggist for about seventy five cents. Bath affected areas with resinol soap and warm water until crusts vanish dry gently apply a thin layer of retinol ointment and cover with a light bandage twice daily.
Joseph Handlan, in his twenty sixth year, died suddenly in Steubenville. He was married in October 1913 to Catherine Ambler of Parkersburg and leaves a wife, a son Joseph Jr., his mother Mrs Jessie Handlan, and a brother and sister. He was well regarded at the La Belle mill and a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.
The last meeting of the old Frederick county Board of Supervisors was held in the room above the county clerk's office. Attendees included chairman B. N. Lockhart and members R. L. Omps, Joseph Snapp, Scott Grant, H. B. Kline, and clerk Phil. H. Gold. The new board will take office in January 1916 with members F. D. Good, William E. Smith, and Joseph Bowles replacing outgoing supervisors.
City Realty offers two brick houses on east side of South Braddock Street Winchester. Property 310 S Braddock Street 19 feet 7 inches by 115 feet. property 312 S Braddock Street 29 feet 2 inches by 155 feet. Sold by Charles W. Houck estate. Plot viewable at J M Steck's office. One third cash, balance in two annual installments with 6 percent interest. Deed of trust and fire insurance required.
The Circuit Court of Frederick County Virginia continued on November 1 1915. The Master Commissioner is to determine realty owned by Peter S Hyde with liens and taxes, settle Sheriff Luther Pannett’s accounts, identify heirs, and report other pertinent matters. Notice published weekly for four weeks and the December 30 1915 hearing date set at 18 Rouss Avenue Winchester. James P Reardon Commissioner in Chancery. Ward Larrick Counsel. 11-29-4w
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