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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1920
Page
4
The notice outlines subscription rates for The Evening Star with annual, semiannual, quarterly, and monthly options and carrier delivery. It cites Associated Press news rights and local publisher credit for republication.
A narrator laments hens as costly, fickle assets. He recalls reading a magazine claim eggs bring daily profit, but finds hens waste greens and grain while producing little reliable value. He jokes about staving off patrons and questions the dairy and poultry graft he mentions.
An old pasted ad style note explains calomel tabs Calotabs as a gentler remedy for colds and flu, praising quick liver activation the next morning and restored appetite. It includes prices and other assorted items from the era.
An advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children noting its fruity taste and labeling to look for California on the package. It claims full dosing directions on each bottle and urges parents to give it without fear.
National Anniversary Meeting of the Boy Scouts of America to be held at the Empire Theater at 8.15 pm with a 7.30 pm Washington Scout Band concert. Includes music, singing, short addresses, reports, and presentations of high scout honors. Grace Lutheran Church hosts an 7.30 pm annual service. public invited with free Empire admission.
Diamond Dyes guarantee a new fadeless color for wool, silk, linen, cotton or blends. The instruction booklet accompanies each package showing how to dye over any base shade without error.
The December 1919 home service report shows 56 families aided, including ex service men and others with disabilities from service. A Winchester medical dispensary idea arises to provide free or nominal care and distribute charity work among willing physicians. A Red Cross committee led by R. T. Barton investigates feasibility, amid concerns some families received varying Christmas baskets.
At all Druggists Special Booklet on Motherhood and Baby. Beachfield Regulator Co Dept F-9 Atlanta Ga. Pape's Diapepsia ends indigestion pain gases acidity and misery in the stomach. Eat a tablet or two for instant relief with no waiting. Cost little at any drug store. 113 (adv.) March 19 John Dixon Red Bud road hoes and cattle.
Advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a quick solution to nasal congestion. It claims one minute relief, open nostrils, no headaches, and easier breathing by applying a small amount into the nostrils to soothe swollen mucous membranes.
An appeal urged that the Red Cross home service office act as a relief clearinghouse and that all charitable groups cooperate. A Red Cross survey found 52 families in Winchester and 42 in the county with one or more defective, delinquent, dependent or neglected children. Executive Secretary Miss Genevieve Sheckells, City Hall, office hours 12 to 1 and 6 to 8 daily. Bell phone.
Digestive cure Pape's Diapepsin promises instant relief for indigestion and stomach discomfort. The ad asserts rapid action on upset stomachs and bloating with no side effects, positioning the product as a fast, reliable remedy.
The Star lists daily corrected market quotes from local buyers for wholesale prices. No responsibility for typographical errors is assumed. Prices reflect current quotes provided by market participants.
Public health style ad warns influenza strikes weaker people. It promotes Pepto Mangan to strengthen blood and prevent illness, claiming it builds red blood cells and supports recovery. Advertisement notes product availability in drug stores and urges asking for genuine Gude's Pepto Mangan.
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