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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1934
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices by Mall and by Carrier, with terms for one year from advance payment and shorter periods. It also shows classified rates, memorials and cards of thanks pricing, display ad rules, and national ad representatives.
A standard copyright and credit notice from The Associated Press appears, stating exclusive rights to publish AP dispatches and local news, whether credited or not. The notice governs republication by the paper and clarifies usage terms forAP content.
A compact quotation from Psalm 69 verse 6 prays that those who wait on the Lord or seek Him may not be ashamed or confounded for the speaker’s sake, invoking God of hosts and Israel.
The Evening Star wishes readers a prosperous new year as sales show brighter buying in December and cash payments rise. Economic optimism spans farmers and workers with renewed employment prospects while church contributions begin to rebound after recent lows, signaling cautious recovery.
Tributes in Altoona Pa honor Charles E. Maloy a Frederick County boy who became a prominent city figure. He died December 21 at age with a wide circle of devoted friends and a shock to the community of more than 70,000. The Altoona Evening Mirror lauds his well known community service.
The reader is presented with three trivia questions. The first asks which state is known as the Wolverine State, answered as Michigan. The second asks which country uses the maple leaf as its emblem, answered as The Dominion of Canada. The third asks the meaning of The Decalogue, answered as The Ten Commandments.
At the Maryland airport, Valley Airways reports a flawless safety record for its flying operations in the year. A 1935 Fairchild test plane at Fairchild Field, Hagerstown, Md., impresses with streamlined design and improved struts. The Warner Super Scarab engine delivers 145 horsepower for anticipated high performance.
The community mourns the death of Mr. Maloy who died of pneumonia early Tuesday. He joined H. S. Prutzman & Co. and rose to partnership and executive, while actively leading civic, social, and fraternal causes for over 25 years. A devout Methodist, outdoorsman, and equestrian, he lived his faith daily and left the world better for his efforts.
Obituary notes the funeral for Robert M Ward at Christ Episcopal Church with a final tribute. Reports also mention plans forming for a new elementary school in northeast Winchester and Dr H L Smith stepping down as president of Washington and Lee after four decades.
Ten years ago the American Historical Association announced plans to create a Virginia Historical Highway loop through the state. Allan Ryan, son of Thomas Fortune Ryan, obtained a divorce. Star signed a contract for a modern Duplex press enabling 16 page papers. Professor W. H. McIlwee arrived as instructor of Handley orchestra and director of citizens. Virginia State Horticultural Society seeks a Hoover address at the January 27 28 29 meeting.
Twenty five years ago Nemo writes that 1910 is a stranger and the New Year goes in quietly at Winchester with no noise. Berryville rejects saloon presence for two years as voters dry. In Trone Virginia a party of ladies in a carriage to Mrs E L Hook’s home were rescued after horses stuck in snow drifts.
A newly built aircraft features a low wing cabin design and propulsion by three Lycoming engines delivering high speed.
Leila Madison races to New York to stop Bet’s elopement with Addison Huntingdon, aided by Jerry Redmond and Edna Berry. Addison disguises as a woman with Bet’s help while police close in, as Bet and Leila struggle with loyalty, love, and a risky ruse.
The report shows past 24 hours rainfall 1.19 inches. Year to date 37.19 inches. 21 year average monthly rainfall lists January 2.41, February 1.97, March 2.82, April 2.21, May 3.94, June 3.65, July 3.41, August 3.29, September 2.34, October 3.00, November 2.37, December 2.34 inches.
When confectioners sugar clumps, use a rolling pin to crush lumps or push the powder through a fine wire sieve to restore smooth texture. This method ensures even sprinkling without clumps in desserts.
Three minute relief from headaches with B. C a trusted pharmacist made remedy. It blends several ingredients to act quickly for head pain muscle aches colds and nervous distress without opiates or habit forming drugs. Available in 10c and 25c packages at drugstores.
By deed of trust dated September 27 1930 in Winchester Virginia the trustee will sell at auction January 26 1935 at 12 oclock noon in front of the court house the property at 401 Kent Street corner of Kent and Baker Streets with 32 6 feet frontage on Kent 65 feet on Baker 9 rooms. TERMS One third cash day of sale and balance in two equal annual installments with interest secured by a deed of trust and insurance policy. M M Lynch Trustee Duvall Dunn Auctioneers. 12 24 31 and 1 17 14.
Trustee Herbert B. Larrick announces a public auction of a Gore Virginia parcel, a 68.8 square rod lot with a frame house, part of a deed of trust from Carson L. Miller dated May 16 1931, at the Frederick County Virginia courthouse on January 16 1935 at 11 A M. One third cash, balance in two annual installments with seven percent note, insured and secured by a deed of trust.
Notice to stockholders of The Farmers and Merchants National Bank and Trust Co. of Winchester Virginia informs that an annual meeting will be held at the bank’s Winchester banking house at N Loudoun Street and Rouss Avenue on Tuesday January 8 1935 at 11 o clock A M for director elections and other proper business. Books for transfer of shares will close December 31 1934 and reopen January 9 1935 unless directed otherwise by the board.
After a thousand year prohibition, Japan permits women to climb Mount Omine for the first time. Officials cite easing gender restrictions while preserving sacred practices and local traditions.
Legal holiday closures for banks on Tuesday January 1 1936 with maturing papers payable on Wednesday January 2 1935, signatories John L. Sloat Geo B Bushnell Harold G Brown and bank names Shenandoah Valley National Bank Union Bank of Winchester Commercial and Savings Bank.
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