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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1918
Page
3
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a remedy for cross, feverish children. It promises quick relief from constipation and related symptoms by cleansing the bowels liver and stomach. The copy urges mothers to buy genuine syrup from local druggists and warns against counterfeits.
Private Frank Farraras, recently discharged from the U S Army and back at Crystal Confectionery on North Main, volunteered for a blood transfusion at Camp Meade Md A Red Cross nurse benefited from the operation as Farraras blood proved pure and a quart was transfused into the patient to save her life several soldiers offered to donate after testing showed his blood was the purest among volunteers
Announcement of the marriage of Mildred L Grim daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward L Grim to James Calvin Turner of Bell Verdon Pa. The ceremony occurred quietly this week at Mrs Robert Rinker’s home 4569 Chestnut Ave Baltimore Md due to family illness and recent deaths. After February first the couple will reside in Bellon Pa.
Mr and Mrs C Hammock of Stephens City receive a letter from son Private Jacob F Hammock in the army reporting three weeks of treatment in a base hospital in France for wounds from shell fire. He states leg and rib injuries with several ribs fractured and says he is progressing satisfactorily and hopes to return home after the Christmas holidays.
An advertisement touts Miona stomach tablets as fast relief for indigestion and related symptoms. It promises noticeable results within five minutes and full improvement after two weeks of regular use, claiming to cure sour stomach, gas, headaches, nausea, and other complaints. The product is sold by druggists with a money back guarantee.
During the influenza emergency the company shifted to direct shipping to retailers in affected districts and to jobbers by express. Now shipments revert to through jobbers only with limited small lots but higher per jobber quantities, to meet back orders and pro rata shares. The firm thanks the trade for cooperation.
Robert Bockey 73 died at Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born near Welltown he lived much of his life in the county. Surviving are his widow Mary and six sons in New York Marcellus Grimes Elizabethtown and more. Funeral will be tomorrow at 2 announcing Galilee Church services and burial in the adjoining graveyard.
A chart prepared for Governor Cornwell by Provost Marshal General Crowder shows West Virginia leading states with an average of 64.7 percent of its men in the nation's service from the 1917 draft to the chart’s compilation. The autographed chart honors the governor with Crowder’s inscription and praise.
A fragment juxtaposes a Justice Story quotation about youth inheritance with a humorous store vignette. A chronic woman shopper purchases items and later cannot recall the clerk who waited on her, asking the salesgirl if she is the same customer as yesterday. The clerk confirms in a single word reply.
Advertised medical claim urges Calotabs as the first step in treating colds influenza and grip with one Calotab at bedtime and a glass of water. It promises a painless purge overnight purifying the system and easing symptoms while preserving appetite and activity. Sold only in sealed boxes for thirty five cents with a guarantee.
Roy E. Marshall of Virginia Polytechnic Institute surveys Virginia apple production. Virginia has about 2,186,000 commercial apple trees. Frederick County leads with 24 percent of trees, Augusta 18 percent, and other counties follow. York Imperial and Winesap are key varieties. future demand likely rises due to war-time orchard destruction in Europe.
A German writer notes Hungary’s deep appeal in a passage about its history and legends. He reflects that hearing Hungary’s name stirs a strong, traditional sentiment, linking its medieval poetry, song, and heroic names to enduring pride.
The New York apple market for York Imperial apples fell about 1 per barrel due to over supply. Naturalists estimate the age of the herring between three and seven years, inferred from annual ring patterns on scales.
In Hopewell, Virginia, residents describe a once prosperous town known as the wickedest city. Duels, gambling dens, and revolvers marked its past. As fields and streets changed, inhabitants scattered across the country amid rumors of a $20 000 an acre rebuild and ongoing danger. The piece notes a decline and exodus driven by crime.
A testimonial from Martinsburg West Virginia druggist T. Raine touts Nerv Worth as curing indigestion, liver and bowel issues, nervous head pains, and general weakness. The ad promises a dollar back if it fails and cites Miller's Drug Store in Winchester Virginia as the seller with a December window.
A fragmented quote recalls past notions of modesty among girls and a cheeky remark about behavior. The text hints at a debate over decency and memory, with unnamed speakers commenting on youth conduct.
The notice states that O and Tri Star Job Office can handle all kinds of printing quickly, emphasizing their capability and speed.
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