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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1923
Page
4
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The Fredericksburg Star rebukes critics claiming Virginia lacks roads. It cites Governor Trinkle and road bond advocates to promote a pay as you go plan, urging progress and patriotism through better highways and fewer slanders.
Virginia voters weigh highway bond plans amid concerns over mounting debt and tax burdens. Arkansas road program problems cited to caution against rapid, inflated spending and potential foreclosures on farm land.
The piece lauds Virginia for funding highways as built with matched state funds and federal aid while avoiding large bond issues the author says would raise taxes and costs. It argues the approach keeps road costs down and protects property owners from higher taxation.
The Rouss Fire Company engine house features a Christmas display by driver J H Dunn and members. A winter scene with valley and mountain layouts, snow, farm houses, and two electrically powered trains runs through a detailed miniature setup. It remains open through New Year’s Day for public viewing.
The Winchester Gun Club grounds hosted a shooting match with good scoring. Arthur Seabright led with 99 of 110 and won three turkeys. Claude Stickley claimed two. G Kershner and Roger Jones won one each. Others also earned prizes as listed.
The Winchester Chamber of Commerce began issuing state automobile license tags today under secretary Andrew Bell on behalf of the commonwealth. Many applicants lined up to obtain licenses after paying the fee, with guidance to bring last year’s license card for reference. The service offers convenient access for residents of Winchester Frederick County and nearby areas.
Gov George S Silzer of New Jersey urged federal and state cooperation with Pennsylvania and anthracite consuming states to regulate the industry. He told the Boston Rotary Club that Pennsylvania should ensure coal is shipped for consumption and repeal the coal tax as unfair and immoral.
Hopewell Virginia December 26. The body of Peter Petroft proprietor of a meat market was found with fatal head wounds. Investigators report the man was murdered in his shop as local authorities sweep the scene for clues and motive.
The United States Department of Agriculture urges wheat can replace corn in livestock rations when prices favor it. It notes low July corn supplies, considers grinding needs, and provides price-based feeding guidance for cattle hogs poultry and dairy stock.
Miss Helen Thurston Barton of Sewanee and Edward McCrady of South Carolina were united in marriage December 15 at All Saints Chapel Sewanee. The bride, educated at Agnes Scott, wore satin with lace and carried white roses. Guests included Dr. and Mrs. Claytor of South Carolina and many university and local figures. The couple will spend holidays in South Carolina and return to Sewanee for the college year.
A major in an English regiment dismissed incapacity and impatience. A sergeant asked for a barber. the major challenged to find a gardener in the company. The gardener proved willing but objected to the barber duty. the major insisted if he can cut grass he can cut hair.
Robert M Henry a well known Frederick county farmer fruit grower and turfman lives south of the city on the Valley Turnpike. He remains confined to his home due to complications. Dr Howard A Kelley of Baltimore was here Monday for a consultation.
The Frederick County Circuit Court clerk issued licenses to two couples. Arnold V Dailey and Hope H Gray of the Siler area plan marriage. Dailey works in farming and Hope Gray is Edward R Gray’s daughter. Lloyd W Cole of Stephenson and Grace V Stouffer of near Berftville plan nuptials. Stouffer is Daniel Stouffer’s daughter with the groom employed as a steel rigger.
Members of the Girls' Athletic Club of the city sang Christmas carols on Christmas Eve. They circulated along the streets starting about 10 30 PM and paused at windows with special lights inviting stoppage. The event revived an old English custom and cheered invalids at home.
A 1922-ready projection envisions Alaska generating over 80 million dollars as Canada grows its northern empires. It foresees vast mineral deposits awaiting discovery, coal to ease energy needs, and profitable herding of reindeer and other wildlife. The piece praises northern exploration as the source of future fortunes.
The largest pig in the world, claimed to be Australian, weighs 1 185 pounds, exceeds half a ton, and spans 8 feet 3 inches long and 8 feet 9 inches high. At twenty five months old it shows a hippopotamus like build and may resemble an elephant later.
The Seminole War pitted Florida Indians against the United States after refusal to move west of the Mississippi per a 1832 treaty. Beginning in 1835, it lasted seven years with Osceola leading the revolt before capture and death in 1837. The conflict cost the U S government about 30 million dollars and numerous lives.
Fraudulent rare postage stamps flood the market as counterfeiters push fake issues. Dealers warn collectors as counterfeit stamps appear in albums and online shops. buyers urged to verify provenance and avoid dubious lots.
Nature Magazine notes codfish sizes from 12 to 49 pounds as typical. Reports claim fish reaching 100 to 175 pounds have been caught, and the largest New England cod reportedly weighed 9621116 pounds.
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