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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1925
Page
4
Fragment describes the Evening Star Publishing Co. in Winchester Virginia and notices about second class mail at the Win k post office. Mentions affiliation with Morning News and weekly papers The Weekly News The Weekly Mirror.
A garbled OCR snippet shows various subscription durations and payments in advance such as one year for 3.60 and three months for 0.90, with several repetitions and unclear annotations suggesting monthly and quarterly rates.
A notice stating that Associated Press dispatches credited to AP or not otherwise credited remain for republication by the paper and that all local news published is from local sources. It emphasizes AP content usage rules and local attribution.
The Fredericksburg Star and Roanoke News Record reflect on the 1925 Virginia bond defeat and a proposed compromise plan. Editorials discuss Byrd and Goolrick leadership, the referendum right, and fears a pay as you go scheme. Critics warn of rushed roads policy affecting future governors and auditor roles.
An older voice recalls buying a bus and the noise it caused, the pricing fight with the agent, and the shift from hard constraints to easy credit. The narrator jokes about mortgages and rising costs, noting how convenience grows while obligation shifts.
A short quirky note recalls a shift where cars once signified wealth while a growing fleet of boats hums with daily use, as owners pay a modest ten cent weekly fee.
William J. Turner Jr of Washington compares a president to a rider in a satirical poem. He mocks a wooden horse at the White House and contrasts it with real horses, noting the low cost and risks of the silent ride while poking fun at Calvin and the comforts of official life.
The column reports Mrs. Annie R. Glass recovering enough to sit in a chair after illness. Mrs. Effen Anderson has gone to her son Lem Anderson’s home on Braddock Street. Miss Dorothy Clark has returned to nursing duties after appendectomy. Mrs. Blanche Peer visited Mrs. Irene Copenhaver. Charlie Lanaham and family will move to live with his father in law Kern to help in the dairy business. Leslie Woods was a business visitor. Miss Mabel Copenhaver returned home after a weekend with her sister near Kernstown. Visitors at Mr Jacob Copenhaver’s home included Raymond Bradfield Frank Nant Emerick Copenhaver and two children. Mr and Mrs C Peer will move to a new home at Kernstown.
A vintage advertisement claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound can relieve female ailments such as headaches backache nervousness dragging pains and low mood. It promises restored health and strength for women in work at home stores mills or offices.
A man recounts a decade of severe stomach trouble diagnosed as cancer yet improved after taking Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy. He claims the product clears catarrhal mucus and intestinal inflammation, aiding stomach liver and intestinal ailments including appendicitis. One dose supposedly proves effectiveness or refunds.
An item touts Jad Salts as a kidney cleansing remedy. It claims to flush clogged kidneys, reduce bladder irritation, and relieve backache and headaches by drinking a tablespoon of Jad Salts in water before breakfast for several days. It advises medical checkups twice yearly.
Miss Thelma Byrd joined other community members in traveling to see The Covered Wag on at the Empire Saturday. The small group reported an enjoyable evening as they supported local theater.
Capon Bridge notes report a February 14 birthday party at Mr and Mrs B A in honor of their son Gar. Guests included numerous local residents and friends. gifts were given and refreshments served. Also noted are social visits and updates on Mr Harry Slonaker and Mr William Alabaugh's health.
Members of the Mothers Club of the Reformed Church are urged to attend a Child Train welfare institute at Hand Library auditorium Tuesday through Friday afternoons from 2 to 4 o'clock. The program aims to aid mothers and others interested in child welfare.
Ad promotes St Jacobs Oil as instant relief for rheumatism and pain including lumbago backache and lameness. It urges rubbing the oil on the affected area and asserts relief for 65 years and millions of users. The message emphasizes no waiting, just use the soothing oil.
A gas office advertises a new Coke heating program with an experienced stoker to manage hot water steam or hot air furnaces. The service offers no labor charge, only fuel, and invites customers to sign a February Coke price schedule.
Col Deans visited Winchester as a member of the State Industrial Commission to take evidence in a pending case concerning two tuberculosis prisoners sent to the state farm near Richmond. He had no role in the matter, which Governor Trinkle is handling. Prosecuting Attorney Cather wrote to the governor, who replied he would try to move the men to the state farm for better care, but no action has followed.
Dr Evelyn Brydon, head of child welfare for the state Board of Health, will address the mid week prayer service at First Christian Church this evening at 180. She directs a child training institute at Handley Library Auditorium and will discuss spiritual training of the child. The public and parents and Sunday school teachers are urged to attend.
Will of William P. Taylor probated in Frederick county Circuit Court. Estate devised equally to two nieces Edvin L. Stone and Helen Stone and to nephew James Austin Stone, all of Washington DC. Daniel W. Lupton appointed administrator and Stone executor. Will dated May 29 1917 in Martinsburg West Virginia. Gold watch and chain directed to Dorothy Taylor Lupton. Taylor connected with Lupton Insurance Agency at time of death.
Thomas B. Adams, prominent farmer near Gainesboro, left his entire estate to his brother Walter E. Adams of Gainesboro. The will, dated December 11, disposes of property in Virginia and West Virginia and personal effects. Walter B. Adams qualified as executor with bond. The testator died last month in the hospital.
Baptist Church outlines Wednesday neighborhood prayer gatherings at the homes of Mr and Mrs MeInturff at 419 South Main and Mr and Mrs Finchum at 839 Berryville Avenue. Meetings start at 8 pm for 45 minutes. Willing Workers Society to meet with Mrs B Russell Thursday night. General congregational prayer meeting Friday night at 7145 with speaker from Ephe 1 1 14. Attendance last week was 61. hope for a larger turnout this week. The hour aims for intimate fellowship with the Master to tune the heart.
A group of young people from the congregation gathered for an informal conference at 8 45 seeking religious inspiration. They engaged in discussion and shared perspectives on faith and community activities.
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