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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1920
Page
4
The notice consolidates multiple weekly papers and lists subscription rates for various terms in advance. It notes member association with the Associated Press and rights for republication of local news.
A narrator notes how a cheerful walk through the city is dampened by constant gloomy forebodings. Across blocks, strangers foretell storms and sorrow, coloring everyday sights with worry and dread.
The Buffalo Express notes Lloyd George suggesting leaders most involved with stamins es are jinxed. It cites Clemenceau's refusal of the French presidency, Orlando's Italian premiership, and America’s repudiated efforts, leaving Lloyd George as the only survivor quoted. The piece argues the world waited for the conference to lift governments, but none were firmly seated.
A fragmentary reflection on William Jennings Bryan’s potential reemergence to rally Democrats. The piece envisions Bryan energizing crowds with his voice and personality, reviving old banners and rallying in familiar neighborhoods while opponents watch and fear his enduring appeal.
The article discusses England's alleged use of funds and influence over Ireland to foster rebellion, arguing such meddling exceeds bounds of propriety. It contrasts this with Germany's similar attempts in the past, noting internal Irish issues and the need to avoid external interference in Britain.
Daily market prices quoted by local buyers include wheat at 260, corn at 7, No 1 timothy hay at 26.00, mixed hay at 25.00, country butter at 0.55, potatos new peck at 0.60, potatoes per bushel at 2.00, and steers 10.00 to 11.25 while a Virginia Biggs butter and yellow corn figures appear in the closing markets.
A sensational ad touts Aspironal as a two minute cold and cough remedy with endorsements from European and American army surgeons. It guarantees relief or money back in two minutes, asks druggists to refund price if relief fails, and promotes easy two teaspoonful doses with water, claiming universal appeal for adults and children.
Estate listing notes a 200 acre limestone farm with house barn and tenant house plus 170 acres in orchard bearing fruit. Price by inquiry. Additional city property values and terms. Contact Eugene Smith for details.
An old advertisement for Milks Emulsion claims to aid weak children with improved appetite and digestion and promises a money back guarantee. The page also reports John A Graber qualifying as receiver for his wife Naomi Graber a minor heir in Chesterfield County court with a $5 bond.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as the fastest remedy for severe colds. It claims relief begins with the first dose, with three doses total breaking up the grippe misery and stopping nasal congestion and feverish symptoms.
An old wartime style ad warns that run-down people with thin blood are most at risk for influenza. It promotes Pepto Mangan as a tonic to build red blood cells and recover strength, claiming physicians endorse it and offering liquid or tablet forms.
Marlboro notes record visits to Winchester by H. E. Shull F. H. Shull A. D. Orndott and James Boggs. John Omps of Good, West Virginia, visited E. W. Knee. H. M. Manuel of Opequon called on J. E. Clagett. James G. Mitchell injured on ice last week. P. R. Crabitt, haw mail contractor, to move to Marlboro today. Fisher ill and not improving. Lantz of Edinburg visited on business.
List of letters remaining in the Winchester post office for the week ending January 31 1920. Callers must pay one cent for each letter. Names include Miss Nanie Audun Henry M Bailey Philip Camp and others.
Fragmentary OCR listing for local notice includes personal names such as Robie Davenport J Gs seedenen Rev Manchester Seymour Reedy Wilson Rhodes D E Sheffere R C Shepherd Fred Shutes Wisecarver and P M Sibert. No clear event or action stated.
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