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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1931

Page

4

Evening Star Subscription Rates and Delivery Details

Winchester Virginia newspaper The Evening Star lists subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery. Rates include one year 3.50 in advance, six months 1.75, three months 0.90, and one month 0.30, with carrier options at 4.50 yearly and 2.25 for six months. Advertising reps are Devine Tenney Corp. in New York Des Moines and Chicago.

Aaeaeons Ciate Devine-Tenney Corporation New York Des Moines Chicago

Newsletter note on Associated Press rights and paper consolidations

A brief notice explains that The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to AP news dispatches and local news published in the paper. It also notes consolidation with Morning News Item The Weekly News and The Weekly Times, including weekly consolidations.

Associated Press

Christ ronal Allall For Christ Pernt Aan...

Bible thought and prayer ad inviting Christ into hearts with a door knocking message from Revelations. Prayer prompt urges personal welcome of Jesus in one’s heart.

Christ Ronal Lord Jesus

Byrd Pollard drought roads plan wins cautious support

Richmond editorial argues Harry Byrd backed plan to loan $50,000 per county for drought area road works. It would employ farmers, improve farm-to-market roads, cost the federal government little as loans repayable from state highway aid, and avoid charity. It urges immediate funds for road jobs while Senate food relief proceeds continue.

Richmond Times-Dispatch Harry Byrd Pollard Congress Washington Byrd Senate Red Cross The

Have You Seen Cleveland Lately Have You Seen Cleveland Lately

The Cleveland Chamber of Commerce promotes conventions with folders asking Have You Seen Cleveland Lately It notes how residents overlook local attractions just as Londoners ignore the Tower of London or New Yorkers skip the Woolworth Building and the Art Gallery The piece highlights regional complacency.

Convention Board Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Cleveland Chambers of Commerce England Old Tower of London Woolworth

Exploring Unfamiliar City Areas Encouraged for Civic Insight

The piece urges citizens to visit lesser known city districts and new institutions such as business schools and museums. It argues that stepping off routine routes fosters interest in local government, education, taxes, and community life.

Drama in Chicago forces Lysistrata to close in fear

Philadelphia Public Ledger notes Chicago theatre producers face mounting extortion by armed gangs. Loot demands on December 13 and last week drained 3500 and 2738 from company funds. With box office receipts insufficient, Lysistrata closes in Chicago and seeks markets with less gunfire.

Philadelphia Public Ledger Chicago Lysistrata

Admiral Byrd Seeks Open Waters Before Antarctic Winter

The supply ship threads pack ice in a race to reach open water ahead of the approaching Antarctic winter. Also noted are pastor appointments, Masonic honors, a Winchester Gun Club season summary, and various local notices.

Admiral Byrd Robert E. Hannon Danville Sacred Heart Catholic Church Frank T. McFaden Grand Lodge Virginia Masons Winchester Gun Club Claude Stickley Gladys Haldeman Columbia University New York

Fifteen Years Ago February 7 1916

Prices for clothing are rising due to the European war. Boy Scouts of America plan a large parade and city hall rally led by R Gray Williams. W M Fletcher wins honors with Ancona chickens at the National Capital Poultry and Pigeon show. Wheat farmers face a price drop from 1 50 to 1 31 per bushel. Barrel factories begin apple crop containers.

Europe Boy Scouts of America R. Gray Williams W. M. Fletcher National Capital Poultry and Pidgeon Association

Commerce body active in many lines during 1930

The piece notes ongoing citywide efforts in Winchester during 1930 led by the Chamber of Commerce. It credits the City Council with a $150 donation toward a broadcasting program and thanks Lions, Kiwanis, Rotary, American Legion members, Handley School faculty, Handley Band and Orchestra under Prof. McIlwee. The program boosted Winchester publicity and generated numerous inquiries. The water committee, chaired by H B Mermac, is mentioned as part of ongoing civic duties.

Winchester Lions, Kiwanis Rotary American Legion Handley School Handley Band McIlwee

Shenandoah Valley Tourism Efforts Highlight Winchester Activities

A detailed report filed with the City Council recounts months of voluntary work promoting Route 50 from Alexandria to the West Virginia line. The effort included hosting officials, organizing the George Washington Highway Association, and arranging 25 delegates to West Virginia events while coordinating with the Norfolk-Portsmouth Good Will Tour and local chambers.

George Washington Hotel George Washington Highway Association Winchester West Virginia West Virginia Highway Commision Keyser Charleston Wardensville Gore South Branch Valley County Board of Supervisors State Highway Commission Frederick County Harrisonburg Virginia Scott Grant C. I. Brumback Interstate Commerce Commision Washington, D. C Washington Chamber of Commerce H. J. Heinz Cay L. R. Dettra

Heinz plant plans boost Frederick County farming market

Herbert Larrick and John Sloat of the Commercial announce plans to erect multiple Heinz facilities expanding beyond apples and enabling diversified farming with a ready market. They thank Lions Kiwanis Rotary and American Legion luncheon clubs for their support at the annual Chamber of Commerce meeting.

Herbert Larrick John Sloat Heinz Frederick County Lions Kiwanis Rotary American Legion Chamber of Commerce

Berkeley Springs Defeats Winchester in Double Overtime

Berkeley Springs beat Winchester Athletic Club 50 to 48 after two extra five minute periods in a fast, close WV panhandle struggle. The game remained tight through the first half and featured a spirited finish that thrilled court fans.

Winchester Athletic Club Berkeley Springs West Virginia Panhandle

West Virginia teams clash as Berkeley Springs edges Winchester

In a tight clash Berkeley Springs wins 50 to 48 over Winchester after a tied game at the end of regulation. Bussard scores 21 for Berkeley Springs while Adams leads Winchester with 14 as a deciding five minute period secures the victory.

Rere West Virginians Bussard Berkeley Springs Adams Roeer Winchester Athletic Clay Shepherds Allege Shepherdstown W. Va

Frederick County Farm for Rent Near Winchester

Attorney invites written proposals to lease the 400 acre Stony Meade farm near Opequon Post Office in Brick County Virginia for March 1931 to March 1932. Proposals due by February 20 with right to reject all offers.

Stony Meade Opequon Brick County Winchester Herbert S. Larrick H. L. Campbell

Left Guard, Substitutes — Berkeley Springs

Left guard and substitutes for Berkeley Springs include P Catlett and Mellot with Catlett noted. Referee listed as Hitler.

Berkeley Springs Catlett P. Catlett Mellot Hitler

Poorer Duck Hunting Grim Outlook Warns Virginia Official

Virginia game and inland fisheries chairman A Willis Robertson says an emergency one year ban on duck hunting would help protect a seriously threatened duck supply after a season with plentiful birds but overall poor shooting. He warned 19 percent decline in harvest.

Associated Press Ond A. Willis Robertson Virginia Commission of Wong and Inland Fisheries Robertson Virginia

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