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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1917
Page
4
The article argues the United States must confront the Mexican condition and its impact on life and property. It contends that stable governance is necessary for safety and warns against permitting permanent anarchy, referencing historical precedents and potential consequences.
Walt Mason voices opposition as merchants and residents debate funding a new road project. He questions tax burdens and the value of sweeping improvements, urging natives to forego advertisements and late promises while stressing local costs.
Minnie Wood records a gathering with Mrs. George Evans and daughter Miss Nellie May Evans at the Van Deventer home near Boyce. The Berryville Baptist Church pool was discussed and Mr Henry Rutherford was present with Rev Julian Broaddus at the Sunday services.
Mrs. Walter Brotherton hosts a gathering as Frank Emmatt shows improvement from measles and bronchitis. Miss Ruby Rutherford from Fort Loudoun Seminary at Winchester remains confined with grip. Mrs. Walter Brown Summit Point and Miss Nora Ward stay at the Brotherton home during Mrs. Brotherton’s illness. Mrs. Rutherford returns from Til den Snapp’s home at Fawcett Gap. Cordelia Hook ill at her sister’s home. Mr. and Mrs. William McDaniel with family, from Washington, visit Ernest Broy’s household last week.
An old advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous surface remedy taken internally for catarrh. It claims a physician endorsement and regular prescription use. The accompanying Hall's Pills are recommended for occupations.
Mrs. Carroll E Neville of Strasburg and her nephew Dwight Eberley stayed with Mr. and Mrs. B C Painter and Mrs David Flemming and Virginia left for Lutay to visit Mr and Mrs Doffelmyer. Mary Hale visited Grace Painter while Eisie Cave returned to Tonis Brook. Vernon Cupp and James Levin called on the Painters. Ola Drummond visited her parents A J Drummond. Mrs Lee Cave improves slowly. Many locals attend Stephens City High School.
Mrs Elroy Light and daughter Miss Melma Light visited Mrs T Larrick and Mrs Luther Larrick. C V Clowser and son Omahe Clowser visited Gertig Hoover’s daughter. Miss Rosie Light holidayed with cousins the Misses Orndorff. Mrs Marion Cooper stayed with Mrs Abner Pingley. Rosie Light visited cousin Mrs Luther Larrick. Mary Larrick ill with bronchitis improving. Mr Js Orndorff recovering from pleurisy. Renie Orndorff bedridden, pneumonia feared.
An ad copy claims Ely's Cream Balm clears nasal passages from colds or catarrh. It describes instant relief as the antiseptic cream soothes swollen mucous membranes and restores easy breathing, urging readers to buy from their druggist.
Delegates from the Virginia Conference have been elected including Rev. Dr. A. S. Hammack Rev. Dr W Gravery Rev. A J Se crist Rev J H Brunk and Rev J H Ford. Lay delegates include W I Good J H Ruebush E F Millard D C Font and J L Graves. Three ministerial alternates are Revs N V Cupn Singer Glen Va G W Story Winchester Va and G B Fadiey Morrisonburg Va.
Delegates to the U S conference of the Brethren church will gather in Wichita Kansas early in the year for the general conference. Details on dates and program are to be announced by church leaders.
An ad touts Mildredrina Hair Remedy as a germ killing solution for dandruff that stops itching and prevents hair loss. The product promises hair growth within three weeks with a money back guarantee and is sold by Miller's Drug Store at 50 cents or 1 dollar per bottle, with mail orders available.
Dr A Rogers of Bunker Hill West Virginia spent several days in Cross Junction Virginia for professional work, staying in the area to handle local medical tasks and meetings in mid January.
The condition of Miss Susan Mason is reported to be growing worse after several years of illness. Mr and Mrs Ginter Milan of Berkeley Springs West Virginia were visiting relatives here. Misses Stele and Nanatie Braithwaite and Messrs Max Braithwaite Grady Braithwaite Fred Braithwaite and Harold Edwards attended the Winchester play last Thursday night.
Mrs. M. H. Bayliss returns to Chambersville after visiting friends in Woodstock and her daughter Mrs. Hugh Houching in Winchester.
Fragmentary note argues happiness rests in mind not body. The passage references contentment amid hardship and uses garbled phrases, suggesting a meditation on inner peace despite external struggle. The text is incomplete and streams of disjointed ideas.
Local notice announces Labe Renee as the grocer for Carter's Yeast products, detailing distribution duties and market area. The abbreviated item outlines new supplier role and regional placement in the commerce page.
Pike listings show farm sales around Winchester with multiple dates and buyers. Entries include Clearbrook Virginia Wadesville Crums Kernstown and Stephens City noting stock implements and household goods. February 3 February 10 February 14 February 23 and March 6 7 8 outline buyers and goods to be sold.
A summary note from an exchange praises a craftsman as a splendid workman. It cites two secrets: meticulous tool care keeps equipment ready, and restraint from liquor tobacco or dissipations preserves brain nerves and muscles. The result is top performance from man and tools.
Invitations issued for the forty sixth annual Demosthenian Literary celebration at Roanoke College. John Alfred Cadwallader of Salem Va presides. W D Stickley of Stephens City errs ushers. revival at the Methodist Church draws many converts. others travel notes include Leslie D Kline to Richmond and Belle Grim visiting Sparner Ga.
The passage describes cleaning wicker by dusting, washing in tepid water, and wiping with a mixture. It mentions a papoo party of waepentine and references spirits and Ophie tS HH with Mith at Gterh Pynagheenet.
Mrs. M. C. Fawchett of Winchester Virginia testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills have consistently relieved her kidney disorders on multiple occasions and she recommends them to others. The ad notes price 50 cents at dealers and urges readers to ask for Doan's Kidney Pills.
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