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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1920
Page
6
An advertisement extols Egyptian senna as the main ingredient in Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. It claims the product is the leading laxative worldwide with about six million bottles sold yearly. The copy urges readers to request a free pamphlet and lists Washington Illinois as a contact.
Farmers must file annual income tax returns by March 35 and may deduct ordinary farm expenses such as planting cultivating harvest and marketing costs plus wear and tear on farm property. Deductible items include tools feed for live stock insurance on non dwelling property and wages for productive labor while salaries for farm family members are not allowed. Losses from storms and damaged machinery are deductible, but losses of animals raised on farm are not unless purchased for draft or breeding. Gains from sale of farms or land must be reported and Form 10490 and related schedules aid calculation of net income.
A long column discusses pruning peaches, urging timely work and careful handling. It details open-center tree shaping, limb management, light penetration, and safe tool use, stressing to prune after fruit buds form and to study a skilled grower for best results.
Fragmented text discusses setting treks and cultivation practices for peaches and trees. Mentions early August work, supply bunts, and soil care with notes on overcrop and winter tinings. Focus remains on agricultural care and timing for crops.
The readable text hints at a public notice or brief about a local theater or printing incident. Names and places are unclear but suggest a historical caption related to a theater office and partners.
An article warns that everyone with income must file a 1919 tax return and pay any tax due by March 14. It outlines exemptions, penalties for late or fraudulent filings, and advises using Form 1040A with free IRS assistance. It notes income sources from rents interest dividends and insurance cashouts are taxable unless exempted.
The notice urges taxpayers to file income tax returns by March 15 with accompanying payment or checks. It warns of heavy penalties for late or incomplete filings and directs payment at the collector’s office or by mail at sender’s risk.
A fragmented note discusses early orchard care focusing on irrigation and soil conditioning. It mentions methods for nurturing new trees, emphasizing consistent moisture and minimal disturbance to promote healthy growth.
A public sale on February 2 at 10 a m offers 12 head of horses and colts with names and descriptions, 10 head of cattle including Jersey and Holstein cows with calves, 35 hogs and related breeds, 24 ewes with lambs, and a wide range of machinery, harnesses, and farm implements. Payment terms require cash for sums under ten dollars and immediate removal after sale.
A Winchester citizen named Jacob Randall testifies to kidney pain and backache relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He claims family members also benefited and notes availability at all dealers. Foster Milburn Buffalo NY is cited as the distributor.
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