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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1920
Page
5
Local druggists report a sharp drop in Calomel sales amid safety concerns. They say Dodson’s Liver Tone is widely adopted for its safety and better results, with a prominent pharmacist noting the shift.
Dodson's Liver Tone is pitched as a guaranteed vegetable remedy for liver sluggishness and constipation. A large bottle costs only a few cents and is claimed to be harmless to children and adults, with a night dose avoiding next day sickness unlike calomel.
The article describes a serious cherry tree disease and outlines control methods including late season sprays after petals fall. It notes that a third application after fruit set helps, and recommends lime-sulfur and copper treatments, with specific dilutions for sour and sweet cherry varieties. It cites trials in Michigan and stresses timely preparation.
Experiments using screens over trees show wind as a medium for pear blight spread, more influential than insects. Cylindrical barriers were used to keep out pests, but blighted terminal shoots and flowers were still found.
The piece compares community building to growing oaks versus tumbleweeds. It argues roots and steady effort create lasting neighborhoods, praising active work by the present day Community Service movement as a means to deepen roots and reduce social fragility.
A long list of late February to March farm sales detailing buyers and locations. Entries include Jacob Mets and A Cooper stock near Wadesville, Brent DeHaven near Boyce, Rev Keckley west of Winchester, and Wm Thorpe in Brucetown with stock implements and harness. Numerous farms in Berryville Middletown Summit Point and Millwood show stock and equipment offered.
The San Jose Scale and Its Control Farmers Bulletin 650 describes the insect its history and habits distribution food plants natural enemies and especially control. It urges thorough dormant season treatments and provides full instructions for washes spraying apparatus and home preparation. Copies are available free from the Division of Publications United States Department of Agriculture.
March dates list registrations and grading of Holstein cattle and hogs. John Dixon on Red Bus road notes hogs and cattle. John W Shewbridge of Summit Point listed stock. W Le McDonald of Barryville mentions stock implements and corn. Dates include February and March entries.
An old time remedy praises hot tea as a cold cure. It instructs boiling water and a teacup broth to sip any time, claiming it breaks a cold and relieves grip with a harmless, vegetable preparation that loosens the bowels and stimulates urination.
Historical note describes old time remedies for rheumatism and stiff joints. It mentions liniments, tonics, and teas to alleviate pain and stiffness, emphasizing simple approaches and skeptical about modern dosing. The text reflects practical, homegrown care ideas.
Bank notices from Union Bank Farmers and Merchants National Bank Commercial Savings Bank Shenandoah Valley National state banks announce closure on Monday February 23 1920 a legal holiday. Paper maturing that date may be paid or held until February 24 1920. Cashiers Charles Sumner Pal Tre and others sign the notices.
Ancient remedy promoted for kidney cleansing and urinary comfort. The ad claims Jad Salts flush and stimulate kidneys using lithia with grape and lemon juice, forming a pleasant effervescent drink to prevent bladder issues.
The text warns that obstruction from poisons in the blood harms the body and urges not to neglect the bowels. It recommends Chamberlain's tablets as a gentler remedy than drastic laxatives and notes the product is for sale by dealers.
The text mentions will power and getting out of bed. It references wind and a blade and has garbled phrases about a person named Toned with unclear context. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities.
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