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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1924
Page
4
A fragmented dispatch discusses efforts by Valley Inc to attract investment and opportunities in Virginia's tech sector while contrasting views on regional development. The piece notes debates over what constitutes beneficial industry growth and local impact.
The notice lists Evening Star Publishing Co. Winchester with consolidation references to The Weekly News and The Weekly Mirror. It outlines subscription rates by Malt year in advance and carrier options for six months and one month, alongside monthly rates and dates.
Fragmentary excerpt discusses tollgates and road policy with references to Macadam roads and state transfers. It mentions toll systems, fairness to regions, and a plan to transfer roads to the county or state, aiming for a just agreement on roadbed terms and costs.
The piece endorses creating a large national park in Northern Virginia covering Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley. It highlights accessibility for forty million people, scenic beauty in Luray Caverns, and historic ties from Spottswood to Washington. It notes pay-as-you-go road funding and favors Harry Byrd in the governor race.
Culpeper, Madison and Rappahannock counties show strong anti bond sentiment amid vigorous discussion of Virginia road funding. The article notes shifts in opinion after exposure to gas tax plans and highlights local hesitation toward pay-as-you-go schemes.
Walt Mason's verse laments aging as the dying year nears. The speaker jokes about aches teeth and stubborn spirit while insisting age cannot make him fade or quit. Copyright notice appears at the end.
Christmas exercises were held by the Walnut Springs Church of Christ Sunday school. Mrs. O. Watson of Stephens City visited her father M. M. Orndorff. J. W. Manuel delivered two carloads of cedar Christmas trees to Baltimore. about 1200 trees in the cars. Mrs. Nora Pangle moved to Meadow Mills. Norfolk area farmers expect better prices. Mrs. Pangle narrowly saved her home from fire Tuesday night after neighbors contained the blaze.
Cleaning painted furniture requires a wash with water. Avoid overmessing the surface. Then wipe with a soft cloth. Use minimal dampness and proper care.
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