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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
4
The Evening Star, published in Virginia, lists subscription rates for mail and carrier delivery and notes its association with the Morning News Weekly Mirror and the Associated Press. The passage references publication duties and communications to The Star Publishing Company.
A fragment discusses women with painted faces in public spaces. It contrasts older women’s restraint with younger ladies using bold colors to dazzle men, arguing varnish and powder harm modesty and skin, while doctors warn of health risks. The piece notes aging skin and societal judgment of display.
The article reflects on happiness as living simply and mindfully rather than chasing wealth. It argues contentment comes from independence, self-respect, and steady effort, contrasting material abundance with daily wellbeing and reasonable gains through consistent work.
An old advertisement promotes Danderine as a dandruff remedy and hair strength tonic. It asserts noticeable effects on hair vitality and scalp health, urging readers to try the product for renewed vigor.
A man asks for guidance to earn his living honestly and to live with a clear conscience. He prays to avoid tainted money, to treat others well, to cherish his wife, and to remain compassionate with children and the elderly. The verse ends with a simple epitaph wish.
A Kansas man claims Milks Emulsion cured his stomach ulcers after long suffering. L. S. Walker of Greenleaf says twelve bottles restored appetite and weight, with bowel action and strength improving. The ad touts Milks Emulsion as a palatable nutritional rebuilders and offers a six bottle trial with refund if unsatisfied.
A brief poem contrasts ex‑soldiers from the Civil War era who brag about their scrapping and later face disgrace if caught in new Olive Drab life in modern times. The verse mocks both sides and ends with a scab label tagged to a soldier or civilian.
The Winchester Va post office lists 24 unclaimed letters for the week ending January 1 1921 requiring one cent postage per letter. Names include W E Brewer D R Bailey Crimmat Miss Beon Mrs T Elprorat ae Grace Edwards A T Fields Hettie Fosier Morton Glass and Jnn. A brief notice of a future speaker in British Columbia states Mary Ellen Smith will become the next speaker of the provincial legislature.
The Shenandoah Valley National Bank promotes its enduring existence its constant availability on business days its role as an investment authority and its impartial settlement of claims. It claims to save estates the cost of bonds provide perfect accounting and safe deposit facilities with officers named John W. Rice J Few Brown and C M Smith.
A fragmented classified listing cites several individuals such as Miss Pattie, Hall Henry H., Kendall Mrs P., Souders Miss Elizabeth, Mara ble Miss Anna, Oates W J, Regester Mr, Riley Mr, and Mrs G TF Rice. Postmaster Sibert signs the document.
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