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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1925
Page
4
The Evening Star, published daily except Sunday in Winchester Virginia, is the evening edition of the Evening Star Publishing Co. with validated inserts from Morning News Weekly and Mirror editions.
A fragmented newspaper ad shows subscription rates by Mali. Offers include one year three fifty, six months one seventy five, three months ninety, one month thirty, with carrier options and OG note. The readable data is incomplete but reflects pricing structure for print delivery.
The excerpt notes the Associated Press ownership and republication rights for all news dispatches whether credited or not, applicable to this newspaper and local news. It states exclusive use by the AP and restrictions on use of AP content.
The sudden rise in ignisoline prices confuses readers who recall the Oil Conservation Board formed by President Coolidge. Critics claim production was not scarce and propose a Public Preservation Board to protect everyday consumers, noting the five cent gallon increase costs Virginia residents millions and U.S. car owners billions.
The article notes US government income tax receipts for the last six months of 1928 and 1924, contrasting with 1923. North Carolina declined by 1,689,453 in 1924 while Virginia rose by 12,516, and Virginia paid more tax than North Carolina in the same period.
Virginia Democrats can be proud of their support to the national campaign. Virginia gave 21757 dollars to the state finance committee and 8560 to the national headquarters, totaling 30713 dollars, reflecting credit on Oliver J. Sands, state director, and Claude W. Hopper, his assistant. The Democracy of Virginia can take real pride in their part, even if the campaign was not successful.
Norfolk editor reports Senator G Walter Mapp of Accomack lines up rivals for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. Mapp asks Harry F Pyrd and C Lee Moore to declare positions so voters may gauge their attitudes amid weeks of platform planks from Senator Mann.
Senator Mapp’s campaign questionnaire probes prohibition fee systems, taxes, state aid, budget reform, public schools, and political independence. It outlines positions on simplifying government and expanding voter access, while avoiding highway funds and water power topics. The piece notes reactions from opponents and newspapers.
A Mrs. Laments no longer suffers after meals as Vendol is advertised by Franklin Baker and Son. Testimonies claim Vendol helped Reese Watkins of Warren Ohio whose stomach and liver were in distress. He says he can eat freely now with no gas or indigestion and sleeps well. The ad urges readers to seek Vendol from dealers for quick relief from constipation indigestion and nervousness.
A poem laments bitter winter nights and outcast laborers. It contrasts cozy homes with homeless men braving cold while dreaming of warmth and stability. The piece argues luck favors those who work, condemning loafers who rely on chance.
New York report states that Roxie the announcer for a singers’ group broadcasting from a Broadway theater will return to his breezy banter next Sunday night. The WEAF station run by AT&T asked for the change after last week's interruption sparked listener protests. No interference with Roxie’s announcements will occur going forward.
An old advert touts Dean’s Pills as a stimulant diuretic for weak kidneys. It features a Winchester testimonial by F. Parker, blacksmith, describing back pain, stiffness, and heavy lifting injuries improving after use, with purchase from Frank Baker and Son’s Pharmacy. The Foster Milburn Company of Buffalo, N.Y. backs the claim.
Harrisonburg Va Feb 4 The Shenandoah Valley Inc plans to establish a comfortable rest room headquarters in Harrisonburg for women tourists and valley residents. President Howard J Benechoffe will propose the recommendation at the next meeting.
President Benchoff visited Harrisonburg to inspect headquarters and prepare recommendations for 1925 activities. He will submit several proposals to the Board of Directors, aiming to boost the Valley more aggressively and possibly alter boosting methods.
Strasburg February 4 C B Guyer prominent member of the Strasburg bar died today at his home after being stricken yesterday while arguing a case in court He was 68 and a son of Dr Guyer late physician of Middletown Guyer came here in 1905 previously practiced law at Waynesboro His widow two adopted children Elizabeth and Norman survive He also leaves a brother Samuel Guyer Cloverdale and a sister Mrs Samuel Rhodes Way side Inn near Middletown Funeral arrangements had not been made tonight
Clarence Lee Boyer, Woodstock local mail carrier and son of G A Boyer, died at his Spring street home after a five day pneumonia illness. He would have turned 35 on Friday, the day of his funeral. He is survived by his parents, his wife Bashie Frye, two children James Lee and Marie, and a brother George Boyer.
Funeral services scheduled for 2 30 PM Friday at St Pauls Reformed Church. Interment will follow in the Boyer vault.
Extraordinary method promises weight loss without starvation diets or violent exercise. Marmola Prescription Tablets are sold by druggists or sent directly from Marmola Company in Detroit Michigan. The ad claims steady easy fat loss with no ill effects and implies happiness upon starting.
Mrs L G Hockin of Edith Virginia reports relief from choking and smothering spells after using Sorbol Quadruple the stainless liniment. She offers to share her experience and notes availability at Miller's Drug Store locally and Sorbol Company Mechanicsburg Ohio for mail orders.
A snapshot notes light travel during heavy snow as roads were opened by workers. Lemuel L Link and son visited friends in River, W Va, toured Moorefield, and returned home Tuesday January 27. Mrs Whetsel has come home from Winchester hospital after treatment. Rumor hints an early weather change with the groundhog almanac edition due February 2, though confirmation is unclear.
A figure named Mr Groundhog has filed a legal action seeking redress of grievances claiming infringement of his rights. The case outlines the plaintiff's assertion that his legal rights have been violated and seeks judicial remedy.
Classified notice presents rental options for a 7 room modern dwelling at 3000 dollars and a 6 room dwelling, along with building lots priced at ten dollars per foot on street with water and sewer. Payment terms include 20 percent cash and 10 percent every three months, plus insurance inquiries.
A long-time coke expert offers to tend home fires, claiming coke provides a clean, hot burn with little ash and smoke. The firm will service furnaces at no charge, charging only for fuel. February coke prices are published for gas customers.
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