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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1916
Page
5
An old advertisement invites readers to mail a five cent slip to Foley & Co in Chicago for a trial package. The offer includes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets, with the promise they will be mailed in return.
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a gentle remedy for stomach and bowel issues in children and adults. The page also lists local social visits and visits by families including Winpigler, Nellie Lupton, Magdaline Zinn, F. O. Moulden, Angie Smoke, Edgar Smoke, R. B. Carter, Charles, Lucy Brown, and Lois Crim.
Friends gathered at the Crim home in Rest to honor Miss Lois Crim with a New Year Eve surprise party. Attendees included Annie Feagan Esther Ridgeway Ruth Ridgeway Mary Carter Margaret Davis Esther Davis Ethel Moulden Mary Woodward May Snapp Goldie Garner Lois Crim and other guests.
A testimonial letter from L A Hale of Henrietta New York praises Dr Kilmer Swamp Root for curing kidney trouble. The letter states he regained appetite and sleep after one bottle and gained weight while returning to work as a blacksmith. Notary public Morris T Griffin verifies the sworn statement dated July 20 1909.
A sample bottle offer from Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York invites readers to send ten cents for a trial and a booklet on kidneys and bladder. The Winchester Star is advised to mention this promotion and larger bottles are available at drug stores.
Washington dispatch describes Lake Van at the heart of a war zone where Russians and Turks clash. The region, described by National Geographic as a key geographic feature, lies near Persia and Russia with Van town at its eastern shore housing about 20,000 people. The lake sits over 6,000 feet, has harsh shores, undrinkable water, and a history of savage terrain aiding long-standing feuds.
The ad claims dandruff vanishes after one or two uses of Danderine rubbed into the scalp with fingertips. A 26 cent bottle may be bought at any drug store and promises hair saving results. After a few applications readers will not find dandruff or experience itching.
The state Board of Health asks the Federal government to create a general leper hospital not to burden local and state finances. A Greek immigrant diagnosed with leprosy in Richmond was isolated and is under observation at the Richmond Smallpox Hospital Special Ward after seeking treatment at a local hospital.
An old advertisement touts S. S. S. as a natural blood purifier for eczema and skin conditions. It claims 70 million skin pores connect to blood channels and promises relief by purifying blood. It urges readers to request a free booklet from Specific Co. Department 33 Atlanta Ga.
Dr. Folkmar argues Europe must increase birth rates after war and considers artificial fertilization as a means to enable unmarried women to become mothers without marriage. He condemns polygamy but suggests it could be a wartime utility and urges solving the ethical issues at scientific meetings.
A brief note records a visit with friends at Harrisonburg in Virginia. The snippet notes travel or social time but provides limited context or additional details.
By virtue of a deed of trust dated December 10 1914 Bettie Kiger Jones and husband the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction in front of the County Court House Winchester Virginia at 11 oclock A M Wednesday February 9 1916 the Jacob Kiger property a south side W Cecil street lot with large frame dwelling in good repair and modern improvements The sale debt is 800 with interest from December 10 1915 Union Bank of Winchester The trustee is Jas P Reardon sale terms require one third cash and two equal annual installments secured by two purchaser bonds and deed of trust with insurance policy 1 11 4whks
Trustee R. M. Ward will sell at public auction in front of the Winchester Court House on a specified 11 o clock a m date. The parcel on Welltown road east of Grimes spans about 1.5 acres adjoining Kiger Stouffer and others. One third cash due day of sale with the residue in two equal annual installments secured by deed of trust and insured buildings.
Trustee's sale of valuable city property arises from a deed of trust by Chan H Light and wife dated November 4 1914 recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia in Deed Book 570 571 572. The trustee will offer the property for sale by public auction in front of the Court House in Winchester at 11 a m on a specified date.
On December 29 1915 a tract west of Righiana Avenue Winchester includes frame dwellings 518 and 627 plus the Ashley Flats eleven apartment building. Properties painted recently and offered in parts with terms: one third cash, balance in two annual payments, 6 percent interest, bonds and deed of trust. Warren Rice trustee.
The sale previously scheduled has been postponed to Saturday January 15 1916 at the same time and location.
By authority of a deed of trust dated August 24, 1912 Clarence Harris and wife convey a one acre Cedar Hill parcel in Frederick County Virginia with a frame dwelling. Sale is at 11 am January 22 1916 in front of Winchester County Court House. Terms: half cash, remainder in two annual bonds with interest, secured by trust and building insurance.
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