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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1917
Page
4
A Frederick Maryland News item discusses the January debt surge as creditors send statements and debtors face pressure. It notes some pay promptly through disciplined business methods while others hope to start anew, and suggests a townwide return to frugal, timely payments to restore cash flow.
White Post notes list Mrs. Hatcher and daughters Margery and Madeline visiting Mr. Garter B. Cooke of Richmond for Christmas at Mrs. J. F. Ennerly's home. Miss Rose Riley hosted visits. Mrs. Bryarly's Walnut home hosts guests. Love Chrisman and Lucy C. Mann of Richmond with Marion Ferguson of Front Royal visit Arthur's mother. Ernest Armel, in Philadelphia, spent days at home.
An old advertisement claims pure blood prevents disease and treats conditions like catarrh and rheumatism. It touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as successful in purifying and enriching blood, removing humors, and strengthening the system for the whole family.
Dra. C Somm enyne and Miss Lucy F Meade at Herdon Academy spent Christmas with Mrs S Meade. Mr Burkheimer of Winchester installs electric lights in many village homes. Miss Eva Massey of Woodstock Miss Lilie Massey of Harrisonburg and Miss Mabel Massey of Roanoke celebrated at Edge Hill with Mr and Mrs C G Massey.
Virginia reports that millionaire tobacconist Thomas F. Ryan has renounced Virginia citizenship and will make New York his legal domicile. Officials estimate Virginia will lose about 80 000 dollars annually in tax revenue. Ryan cited no reason for the move and hinted at unresolved tax disputes with Virginia authorities.
An eastern city pastor and a plumber discuss costs to install a baptistry. The plumber notes heating the water adds expense, but the pastor declines to baptize anyone lacking warmth of religion, highlighting frugal, humorously pragmatic faith.
Miss Josephine Randall and Katharine Ewing with Miss Della Brastel of North Carolina visit Torrytown as relatives host. Samuel G. Morgan spent Christmas with Greenspring friends. Several locals, including Harry Crim and the Gladdens, share holiday time with family. Clara Hott visits Fr ie s in Martinsburg while others travel to Johnstown and Pittsburgh.
A deep sea diver describes the challenges of underwater work. He notes that pressure increases with depth, causing fatigue and possible ear and nose injuries. He warns a first dive to 70 feet is prudent and urges a slow ascent for depths beyond 80 feet.
Describes ancient sycamore near a Beirut house bearing thousands of green figs on twigs from the trunk and branches. The figs are green and juiceless, maturing only when someone climbs and pinches them for days, like a boy tasting fruit.
A rugged tin-box philosopher muses on happiness during the season. He argues that having a little less than one desires and the health to hustle for it keeps life active and worthwhile.
A reflective column argues modern children rely on money for amusement. It critiques overindulgence and dependence on papers dolls, electric toys, and wrist watches as signs of boredom. The piece contrasts past simple pleasures with today’s excesses and includes a quip about Alaska fisheries figures.
The text presents fragmentary dialogue exposing social tensions. A grocer labeled highwayman faces accusations of deceit with short weight and short measure. A suffrage scene appears as a frail woman challenged, while a character asks about a silent person, amid scattered lines.
An Oklahoma Station note warns that spraying must cover the entire surface in a fine mist. Partial spraying invites disease and pests as uncovered areas allow entry and reduce effectiveness. Thorough, even coverage prevents wash-off from rain and yields better tree health.
A health column argues apples offer more energy per cost than beef and medicine. Professor Jaffa's table shows apples delivering higher energy value than oranges and milk, urging Americans to eat more apples daily for better health and lower living costs.
A county couple wed after a California marriage license was issued. The ceremony details are limited by the fragmentary report, but the couple includes Charles Howart Shanabrook and a partner identified in unclear text.
The article outlines methods to protect stored silage from air and spoilage. It discusses covering with straw and wetting, sowing oats atop, or removing corn ears and shredding stalks at the ensilage cutter to minimize waste.
Tough grass is no substitute for green feed. Feed hoppers reduce work and keep chicks fed. Two year old hens should be sent to market. Include grit and oyster shell for all ages. Avoid lice and intestinal worms. Shade is essential in hot months. Move chicks to orchard and corn fields. Growing chicks require ample range and proper food to prevent overfeeding.
Pare and core apples and cut each into four or eight pieces. Lay in a baking dish with brown sugar and spices. Add a little water, cover with puff paste, and bake about one hour. Free complete copy of the 09 apple recipes available from the secretary in Winchester, Virginia.
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