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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1918

Page

3

Valley Turnpike Co Special Stockholders Meeting Called

Valley Turnpike Co announces a special meeting of stockholders in Winchester Virginia on December 30 1918 at 10 am to act on a Board resolution recommending dissolution under Virginia Acts of Assembly approved March 20 1918. President H F Byrd and Secretary D B Dinges sign.

of the Valley Turnpike Co Feaid Valley Turnpike Co Winchester Acts of Assembly of Virginia Valley Turnpike Company Commonwealth Said Valley Turnpike Hansbrough & Carter H. F. Byrd D. B. Dinges

Public Sale of Valuables in Frederick County Virginia

Special Commissioners announce a public sale of four parcels near Sta Tannery Post Office in Frederick County. Auction at Winchester County Court House on January 15, 1919 at noon. terms include one third cash and remaining in two equal annual installments secured by deeds of trust and insurance policies.

Circuit Court of Frederick County Farmers and Merchants National Bank L. H. Orndorff B. F. Orndorff People’s Bank Mary L. Orndorff County Court House Winchester Frederick County Sta‘ Tannery Post Office Towit

Cascarets Candy Laxative Claimed Safe for Children

A vintage advertisement touts Cascarets as a gentle laxative for children and adults. It argues Cascarets do not gripe or sicken the bowels and recommends ten cent boxes with age directions starting at one year old.

Don’t waste food Belgium and France must he fed this sinter

Belgium and France urged to share winter food relief amid shortages with governments calling for efficient aid distribution and public cooperation to prevent hunger during the season.

Belgium France

Just Once Try Dodsons Liver Tone for Health

A vintage advertisement urges Dodsons Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel. It promises to relieve sluggish liver, sour stomach, and constipation with a single spoonful and guarantees relief or a refund, claiming it safe for the whole family and children.

Dodson

Colonel Kennedy Bound for Home

Colonel Kennedy, head of the Sanaa valley Railroad, drafted by Major-General W. W. Aitterbury to help organize and operate the American railway system abroad, will arrive home in December. Special half-rate fares will be granted to clergymen overseas starting January 1, per a letter from Director General McAdoo.

McAdoo

Grimes Red Cross Unit Reports Strong War Aid

Grimes Virginia unit of the American Red Cross reports active service since its May 26 1918 organization. Donations include 2050 dollars in Liberty loan bonds 266 dollars in war savings stamps 8 dollars in thrift stamps 100 dollars to the war chest plus 67 clothing items and needed materials sent to Franco Belgian relief. Junior department raises 20 dollars for yarn and related comfort items.

the Red Cross

Relief Sunday School Delays Christmas Show Amid Illness

Relief Va December 26 The Relief Sunday school held a midday treat but canceled the annual Christmas entertainment due to prevailing influenza. Several residents were noted visiting Winchester and nearby to relatives. Twin girls arrived to Mr and Mrs Miller Craig, while Bruce Gordon of Chambersburg Pa and H K Russell bought horses from local sellers Ashby Graves and George Branner.

Relief Bruce Gordon Chambersburg H. K. Russell Ashby Graves George Branner

Gratitude for Gifts Beyond Wealth and Wisdom

A reflective quote notes that gratitude honors gifts provided, as some blessings cannot be possessed even by those with wealth and wisdom. It emphasizes humility and appreciation for what is granted rather than lamenting what is missing.

Dodsons Liver Tone Replaces Harmful Calomel in Town

Local druggists report a drop in calomel sales as Dodson's Liver Tone dominates the market. They claim it is safer and more effective against liver sluggishness and constipation, with a money back guarantee if it fails to help. The product is advertised as a tastiness vegetable tonic suitable for children and adults and says a dose at night promotes morning vitality.

Dodson

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