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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1931
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester lists mailing rates and term options for the post office edition. Rates include one year in advance four dollars fifty cents and six months two dollars twenty five cents, with three months at one dollar twenty cents and one month at forty cents. Carrier delivery details and national advertising reps are noted.
An OCR fragment shows The Associated Press asserting exclusive rights to credit and local news, noting consolidation with Morning News Item The Weekly News ae Weekly Times and other names. The text is garbled but references protected news content and local publication affiliations.
Brief biblical exhortation urging gentle restoration for those caught in faults with a prayer for guiding all lives toward mercy. It emphasizes humility and self awareness to avoid temptation.
Agriculture in the 22 drought states faces a severe crisis with the worst drought since the Civil War era. Farmers lack cash, credit is tight, and work at home is needed. officials urge immediate federal funding to build farm to market roads, creating local jobs and a lasting boost to agriculture.
In Norfolk the Harding Memorial Association has at last deprived both President Hoover and former officials of recognition, marking a final honor ceremony tied to the Harding legacy.
President Coolidge faced pressure over attending the memorial events for Warren G Harding as Hoover signaled a plan to attend. Former Senator Tyson was to deliver an invitation at the White House and in Northampton, Mass. The Hard ing circle in Ohio and beyond resented evasions by Hoover and Coolidge, while Hoover planned to attend before a Marion trustees meeting and the date was left to Coolidge to preside between May 15 and November 15.
The state commission studying county government will report to the legislature in 1932. Three forms are considered: managerial with an elected county manager, administration with an executive manager elected by voters, and commission with appointed executive officers. The manager form is seen as more efficient and may offset its salary through savings, despite higher tax costs. Economists warn investors may face risks as business upswing continues.
A collection of two quotations: Sir Arthur Balfour on visits to the United States becoming a nuisance and Dr Cyril Norwood on a politician seeking poll success over truth. The lines underscore public figures critiquing diplomacy and electoral strategy.
Radio listings show hourly program blocks across multiple stations with musicals, orchestras, operas and brief talks. The grid lists time slots from 6:00 p m to 8:30 p m and names programs and participating stations such as WEAF WCAE WJAR WCSH WTIC WLIT WEEI WMAL WBT WXYZ and more.
Notice from Bun Cutter Tire Company of Winchester Virginia stating that its warehouse stock of truck tires automobile tires and tubes remains in Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Akron Ohio ownership. Dated December 30 1930. By R E Buncutter Partner.
Des 10th 1930 annual stockholders meeting announced for Winchester Virginia bank with election of directors and no other business. Meeting to be held at the banking house on Tuesday January 18 1931 from 11 o clock to 1 o clock A.M.
Local drugstore promotes Natex as a cure for tired nerves constipation and skin blemishes endorsed by Carlton Manuel of 518 North Market Street who claims weight gain improved health and skin after using Natex. Advertisement notes Natex made from roots and herbs by a college professor and invites readers to visit the Peoples Service Drug Store daily.
The Virginia General Assembly passed a joint resolution congratulating Rear Admiral Richard Evelyn Byrd on the success of his South Pole flight. Edward W. Bok died at his winter home in Lake Wales Florida. Nina Swalm Reed lectured to the Daughters of the American Revolution on World Events. Prohibition reports rising illicit distillation from corn sugar. Psitacosis infects residents of Annapolis Maryland.
Five years ago on January 9 1926 Captain H H Willis declined to accept the helm of the Sarah Zane Fire Company and James N Moling was elected in his stead. Seventy five Virginia Woolen Mills workers were laid off as business conditions adjusted. Democrats in Congress planned a 70000000 tax cut. Norfolk port sought Virginia fruit with urging from the State Chamber of Commerce to patronize the outlet.
Local orchardists plan to attend the annual Virginia Horticultural Society meeting in Charlottesville. The note mentions Prof Byrd and John Steck heading to Richmond for the legislature. Also referenced actions include a diplo matic protest and a Children’s Home Society speaker in Virginia.
Local sales directory lists January 15 entries for J Gore Clear Brook stock and implements. January 16 Nelson Ritter Front Royal Road full household stock and implements. February 26 H A Middleton Woods Mills stock and implements. March 5 W D Henington Woods Mill stock and implements.
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