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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1927
Page
4
The Evening Star in Winchester Virginia lists publication details and circulation notes for February 7 1927. It notes entry into the post office as second class matter, daily except Sunday, and consolidation with several local papers. It also declares Associated Press content crediting for republication.
A fragment discusses Bible Thought and Prayer readings guiding parents to involve children in daily Bible selections. The note frames this practice as priceless heritage for families and faith traditions.
The piece traces the shift from millionaires to multi millionaires and praises Henry Ford. It credits his rise to capital, competition, fair labor wages, and margins, arguing his fortune is earned honestly. It concludes that Ford’s stewardship is beneficial for the nation.
The Times News considers the purchase and sale of historic English buildings by Americans. It argues the practice risks desecration of British landmarks and questions whether sellers or buyers act patriotically. The piece notes U.S. enthusiasm for restoration, citing Henry Ford as an example, and urges attention to preserving domestic heritage.
An old Winston-Salem Sentinel discusses church success focusing on what a church does rather than size wealth or music. H Paul proposes a function that classifies city churches by action rather than placement to measure usefulness and congregational impact.
A recent newspaper survey finds most voters favor keeping church influence in daily life. The report asks whether the church will be a mere symbol or a dynamic force guiding social order and action.
In Cumberland Times reflection on the aging hitching post shows how it once mocked traffic and cluttered village curbs. Now obsolete, the post evokes sentiment and romance, spurring talk of preservation by the historical society to protect rare original specimens away from main roads.
A Bayonne New Jersey crowd reacted to a fictional fire in a serial film causing a panic. Twelve hundred people surged to exits with injuries as staff restored order and cautioned on crowd psychology.
Dr G Kamstra of the International Fruit Company Rotterdam is in Charlottesville to discuss Winesar apples with Virginia growers. He says Holland’s market is strong and favors marketing through a grower chosen body to save brokerages. Barrel apples gain European share as box apples decline. Merrifield Crump plan cooperation. Kamstra to visit Staunton Winchester after Charlottesville.
Government estimates project Alberta petroleum production to exceed 200000 barrels for 1926, up from about 183000 barrels in 1925, reflecting a rise in output across the year.
A fragmented advisory urges readers to plant evergreens shrubs and vines now to beautify homes and boost value, noting selection time and local advice from agents.
A Virginia postal official believed to have fled was recovered after being tracked by federal agents. The 29 year old Radford student who left with Deboe on January 17 returned to her home with her parents after a few days. No charges have been filed by postal authorities.
Judge Henry C. McDowell of the Federal Court Western District Virginia is ill with influenza after the Roanoke term and must take six weeks rest. Judge Edmund Waddill handles routine affairs and the court awaits designation for a replacement during the incapacitation.
Austin H. Brown 99 and his wife Jane 98 live alone three miles from neighbors in the Old Ray neighborhood. They have been married 79 years and Brown, a former school teacher, reports no illnesses.
The Civil Service Commission says the office of public buildings and public parks in Washington seeks plasterers. Applications are due February 15 and no examination is required. Candidates will be rated on training experience and physical ability. Full info and forms are available from the secretary of the local civil service board at the post office in this city.
Girls are urged to use the MELLO GLO powder to remove shine and keep a peachy complexion. The Ladies at People’s Drug Store promote its purity and long wear. A Maui report notes a fisherman choked by a fish that slipped into his windpipe after a shock.
Ad claims Creomulsion combines creosote and other healing elements to soothe throat membranes, absorb into the blood, and attack germs. It promises relief from persistent coughs bronchitis and lung infections and offers money back if no relief after proper use.
A fragmentary line hints at a proverb about guidance and clergy. No clear event or person details are readable to identify a fuller historical item.
Special to The Star New York February 7 192? James Hol des Stine 22 of Winchester Virginia now a student and Miss Elizabeth Westcott of Peabody were married at the Muni g after obtaining a license. Deputy Cheyk J J MccCormack performed the ceremony. The bride hails from Atlantic City New Jersey. Stine is son of Mrs Lily Sibert and the late Holmes Stine.
Page Valley Field Trial Club officers prepare for the annual spring puppy events to be held around April 11. The club draws members from Baltimore, Washington, Philadelphia and Virginia and Maryland cities. Key organizers include Leslie D. Kline of Winchester H G Bradford, Dr. George Long of Luray, and George F. Pollack of Skyland and Luray, who is promoting the Page events from Pinehurst North Carolina.
Paris woman Misé Noro Carathuers of Neoga suffered a jaw dislocation while yawning. Two physicians treated her for several hours before relief was achieved.
An advertisement touts Mc Coy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as a tastier alternative to cod liver oil. It promises weight gain and improved vigor for skinny individuals, offering a money back guarantee within 30 days and noting availability at Baker's Drug Store and other druggists.
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