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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1916
Page
6
Annette Kellermann appears in Neptune's Daughter at the Empire in a seven part sea tale. See her dives swimming mermaid maneuvers and grace on screen. Two shows at 7 and 8 45 with a comedy reel as well. Ticket prices are 10c up and 15c down.
Production cost reached 250000 dollars for this eight reel silent version starring Francis X. Bushman as Romeo and Beverly Bayne as Juliet. Filming spanned May 25 to August 23 1916 with eighteen Verona buildings rebuilt after a storm at over 25000 dollars for costumes and sets. Six hundred players and a cast including Booth Sothern Mantell Kemble and Hall Caine delivered Shakespearean speeches on camera.
The Empire orchestra rehearses special music for Romeo and Juliet. The film runs eight reels with full orchestral score to enhance appeal. Presented Monday and Tuesday nights January 1 and 2 with a New Year matinee at 3 PM. Admission 15c up and 25c down.
A brief note urges steady focus on work while keeping the band together. It emphasizes discipline, consistency, and balancing tasks with group cohesion. The message reads like a concise, practical reminder for ongoing projects and teamwork.
The State Corporation Commission informs Frederick County leadership that the Northwestern Turnpike may qualify as a federal aid highway. If designated, a joint state federal project would build a solid road and remove tollgates, with maintenance at no cost to the county. Cooperation with West Virginia authorities is being sought.
A letter from Co B Garnett to the State Corporation Commission seeks cooperation to designate the Northwestern Turnpike as a federal aid road. The Board of Supervisors and Hon H F Byrd may act individually or as a commission, with any suggestions welcome. Copy of the letter will go to Byrd.
The New Virginia theater defends its 26c general admission for Romeo and Juliet arguing high production costs. It notes rival prices up to 50c for lower floor seating in Harrisonburg and stresses daily rental of 75 dollars plus advertising. Managers urge strong attendance Monday and Tuesday and offer credentials to prove claims.
The Minnie Wood Chapel community recalls the Christmas Turkey dinner hosted by J. C. Rutherford with all his children and many relatives present. The piece lists various local residents visiting, recovering from illness, or spending holidays with family across Winchester Bluemont Berryville and Wadesville areas.
Sheriff Luther Pannett, taken ill in the county clerk's office, showed slight improvement but remains bedbound for several days. Deputy Sheriff L. M. Armel handles duties in his absence.
The rate of 6 cents per week for The Star delivered in Winchester becomes effective Monday January 1 1917 with first payment due Saturday January 6 Subscribers should have change ready for the new weekly charge.
A Rockefeller Institute statement warns that frying eggs on one side leaves bacteria on the uncooked side, risking illness. Fully frying both sides prevents bacterial escape and makes the egg safe to eat.
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