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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1922

Page

7

Earthquake Felt in Avezzo Italy Afternoon

An earthquake was felt at Avezzo in the province of Ala at 1 35 this afternoon according to a message received there.

Avezzo Ala

Rival Parties Run Consulate in Amicable Picketing Arrangement

In York on December 29 an agreement allowed peaceful picketing at the Irish consulate, long besieged since Lindsay Crawford, stated as free state consul, took charge while Robert Bristoe, claiming Irish republican army ties, occupied another room for the republicans.

York Lindsay Crawford Free State Robert Bristoe Irish Republican Army Crawford

St Jacobs Oil Promises Quick Relief for Joint Pain

A vintage advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless rheumatism liniment that relieves sore joints backache and neuralgia instantly. It claims quick action on pain swelling and stiffness and urges readers to get a trial bottle from local stores.

Emai T. Jacobs Oil St. Jacobs St. Jacobs Oil

Grimes Grains Largest Hog Of The Year At Poplar Shade Farm

Grimes Va December 29 Mr P B Lindamood of Poplar Shade Farm reports a 528 pound hog the village’s largest this year. Local notes say Mrs D L Affleck and her little son are indisposed while Mrs W H Hamilton visits relatives in Martinsburg and elsewhere. Christmas passed quietly with few visitors and pleasant weather. Mrs Ida Taylor and H B Taylor visited relatives in Hedgesville West Virginia. Albert and others spent Christmas in Winchester with Misses Mary and Alice Newcome. Lelah Clevenger, student at Black Stone Pa, enjoys holidays at home.

Ida Taylor H. B. Taylor Hedgesville W. Va Albert Miller James Grimés Winchester Mary Alice Newcome Lelah Clevenger Ernest Clevenger Black Stone

Mount Pleasant News Roundup of Christmas Visits

Pleasant Va December 29 Mount Pleasant residents report a busy holiday season with family visits from Lee Lamp Berryville Russell Carpenter and Mollie Rhyan of Winchester. Christmas gatherings include Renner Barr Pitcock and Beckenheimer families with travel to Winchester Clarke and Star Tannery areas. School resumes January 2 1923 and Sunday School plans a winter treat.

Must Never Be Malicious

A concise note warns that wit loses its point when dipped in malice. The saying urges restraint and humor kept free of harmful intent or cruel mockery.

Not Interested The Profiteer Rejects Biography Sale

A profiteer dismisses Boswell's Life of Johnson and ignores the assistant's offer after turning pages. He insists he is not interested in the careers of colored pugilists and continues to browse the shelf.

Boswell Johnson

Office strife sparks worry over elusive employee

In a clipped exchange, a boss brags about firing a worker who did little but stand around. The other speaker cautions the layoff may backfire as the "efficient" worker hints at a future return, suggesting ongoing tension and uncertainty.

Dave Aptero Nome Magazine

Honest trade on vacation lands man in hot water

A man convicted of selling a gold brick to a New York City resident claims honesty is his regular trade and that he was on vacation. The judge questions this defense as the case centers on a deceptive sale in the city.

New York City

Banned remarks on engagements and nicknames in courting slang

The notice portrays a courtroom clash over gender terms used in romantic preference. It cites phrases where a couple used terms like Cutie Hon Caotie and Hun during engagement discussions, highlighting claims of disrespect and evolving social norms.

Knighthood in Flower and Damsel Seats

Light verse recalls medieval pageantry with damsels seated, knights honored, and courtly ritual amid playful rhymes. The piece uses playful language to evoke chivalric ceremony and fashion without heavy history.

Husband tagalong echoes in gown buying scene

A woman notes she always brings her husband to dress shopping and jokes that with several models and a French speaking modiste, he lacks nerve to discuss money matters.

Real estate chatter sparks Sunday drive mystery

Blackstone Jenks and his wife enjoy a Sunday morning motor trip. Webster-Why, I never knew they owned a car. Blackstone-They don't. But Jenks has been corresponding with real estate agents lately.

Blackstone Jenks Webster

Sporter Prefers Blank Cartridges for Ethical Hunting

A sportsman explains his stance with the society for the protection of animals, noting he uses blank cartridges to satisfy hunting spirit while avoiding live rounds. The exchange highlights ethical considerations in sport shooting practical in nature.

the Society For the Protection of Animals

Finishing Touch Sparks Dress Debate at Home

Hub jokes about where the finishing touch belongs as his wife reveals the dress isn't ready yet. The dressmaker is applying final adjustments, delaying the couple's plans for the night.

Hub

Husband advises learning machinery before cars in vintage exchange

A fragment shows a husband guiding his wife toward skill building before purchasing a car. He suggests becoming familiar with machinery first and mentions buying a sewing machine as an initial step.

Firet

Girl to a Tightwad Sweetie

A quip from Mary Blue about valuing time and money in a playful exchange. She urges balancing time together with some spending, framing affection alongside practicality.

Mary Blue

Woman in a million declares contentment with husband

Jones claims there is a remarkable woman who will tell anyone she has more clothes than she needs and is satisfied with her husband. Smith asks if the subject is feminist or political, but the remark points to personal contentment rather than public issues.

Jones Smith

Tremendous Habit Causes Hasty Hiring Mixup

A restaurant manager laments a string of poor hires including an ex-barber who removed whipped cream from pies. The brief indicates a talent shortage and a humorous note on workplace forgetfulness affecting service.

Carrie’s Weight Loss Shaped by Marriage Says Life

In Life magazine excerpt Carrie discusses weight loss after marriage. She explains that her husband belittles her, prompting questions about dieting and body image within a troubled relationship.

Carrie

Woman Hater Quarrel Sparks Battle of Wits

A witty exchange unfolds as a man and a woman spar over titled insults. The dialogue pivots on swapped loyalties and growing bravado, revealing a comic clash of pride and reform.

Washington Aims to Eradicate Bovine Tuberculosis Statewide

Washington plans a state wide effort to wipe out bovine tuberculosis. In 20 of 29 counties eradication work has begun with the U S Department of Agriculture. The governor supports the program and funding is expected to pass.

Mterce Washington United States Department of Agriculture Spokane

Trap Gate in Fence Allows Hogs to Pass Through

Kansas writer describes a flexible large gate design for hog passage while blocking cattle and horses. The device uses vertical cleats to snag fence, can be set to hold open or closed, and is made from 1 by 6 rough cypress about four feet high with prescribed crack spacing.

F. Nolin Kansas Prairie Farmer

Milk House Separation for Dairying Farms

Farmers should keep a separate milk house from the stable or at least a connected milk room under the same roof. Milk must be promptly moved to the cool, clean room for strainin g and storage away from dust insects and odors. United States Department of Agriculture Farmers Bulletin 1214 offers plans and pictures and blueprints from Washington DC.

United States Department of Agriculture Washington, DC

Important Feeds for Sows and Pig Weaning Guidelines

Practical guidance on sow nutrition during pregnancy stressing protein and mineral needs to improve litter quality and size. It notes pigs begin sampling grain at two to three weeks and can be weaned at about eight weeks, urging caretakers to be considerate of farm animals.

Save the Feed Bill Stock Up Before Rain

A brief note urges farmers to store feed before cold rains arrive to protect supplies and reduce losses. It emphasizes preemptive stocking as a cost saver and reassurance for livestock readiness amid bad weather.

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