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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1932
Page
4
A fragment from a Winchester Virginia newspaper includes publishing notes with Associated Press credit, subscription pricing, and advertising representatives. It references multiple local titles and a biblical quotation from Proverbs 30 8 about avoiding poverty or riches.
Petersburg Progress-Index notes North Carolina plans to spend 3 million on highways next year plus substantial interest on bonds, while Virginia allocates over 17 million with no highway bond interest. Virginia funds mostly with local resources and supports pay-as-you-go highway building, praising Dick Byrd for promoting the policy.
A Raleigh Times commentary reflects on the confession of Cincinnati shoemaker Charles Bischoff clearing a murder case. The piece contrasts old fashioned cobblers who worked long hours in cellars with modern shops, and argues the craft fosters introspective, sometimes obsessive thought influencing philosophy and religion.
A Cleveland horse reportedly moved through town without a driver and without violating traffic rules. The animal followed right‑of‑way signals, stop and go, prompting mention by critics of “horse sense” as a notable urban oddity.
A dog named Dobbin gained attention for sensible street behavior before being taken into custody by a policeman not for traffic rule violations. The piece recalls a Portland collie that waited for a traffic officer’s signal before crossing, highlighting animal savvy in city life.
Brief note suggests both motorists and pedestrians may act cautiously. The text hints at uncertainty about whether a driver will proceed or yield, leaving readers with an inconclusive moment on a street interaction.
Lois receives a generous check from Mr. Durand as a wedding gift and contemplates a secret elopement with Bruce. After a lively reception with Aunt Eleanore's social circle, the couple plans to flee in a yellow roadster, with the bridal shoe bouncing behind.
Colonial shows Honor of the Family first National version of Balzac with Bebe Daniels Warren William and Alan Mowbray as a coquettish companion to an old French nobleman who yields to charm Chinatown After Dark follows with Barbra Kent Carmel Myers Rex Lease Edmund Breese and Frank Mayo in a fast paced romance thriller with many twists and dramatic rescues.
Leap Year arrives but officials say the change of methods by girls will not be observed. The remark notes continued routines despite the calendar adjustment.
Greta Garbo and Ramon Novarro headline Mata Hari at the Capitol Theatre, earning praise for their motion picture work. The production is billed as the year's outstanding release and a new draw for Garbo and Navarrans.
Clark Gable and Wallace Beery headline Hell Divers at the Palace Theatre. The MGM drama follows Navy aviators aboard a carrier transformed into a floating sound studio with dramatic air maneuvers, a Zeppelin landing, and a romance amid naval life. Also featuring Conrad Nagel Dorothy Jordan Marjorie Rambeau and Marie Prevost.
A reflective piece notes restraint in modern talk and the curious grace of a horse fine in sensing 20th century street manners. The writeup contrasts measured speech with brisk urban movement and hints at a humane, old fashioned style.
Rock Enon Springs Va January 16. A fire on January 9 burned the home of James W Good. He and his nine sons escaped with Mrs Good away at Winchester with her brother. Loss put at about 1000 dollars with no clothing saved. Mrs Good and four children remain in Winchester while the rest stay with Mr Good's mother. A large dance was held at J T Larrick's White Post, with refreshments and a good audience.
Mr. Wesley McKeever and his mother Mrs. McKeever along with Miss Lucille Johnson and Mrs. Nora Larrick plan to attend an event in Gore Tuesday.
Advertises Stanback powders for relief of headache pain fever and sore throat. Claims not containing morphine codeine or chloral hydrate and promotes asking for Bran ley Beek to avoid unsafe blends.
The report notes past 24 hour precipitation ending 8 am and January to date 1.48 inches. It lists 1931 rainfall by month for January through December, with values ranging from 1.57 to 7.29 inches and including 1931 monthly totals such as January 2.43 inches and December 2.97 inches for context.
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