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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1936
Page
9
The report notes river conditions with both rivers, North River and South River, described as high and muddy. Water levels are elevated and visibility is reduced due to sediment. No injuries or incidents are recorded.
Front Royal and surrounding area residents are mentioned in a round of visits, travels, and local events. Mrs Aubrey G Weaver and Miss Winnie Weaver head to Richmond for a few days, Mrs William Smith returns to Martinsburg, and the What-So-Eyver Circle meets after Frank Forsyth.
The Tri-County Odd Fellows executive committee meets at the Odd Fellows Hall Front Royal to plan the February 11 high school auditorium event. Claude Stickley Grand Master and John Bywaters are listed among expected attendees.
Warren county public schools opened this morning after closures yesterday due to bad country roads. Classes will be held on Saturday to make up for Monday.
Extreme cold and bad roads threaten tonight’s scheduled game between Warren County High School girls and Luray High. If not postponed, the local girls and boys teams will travel to Woodstock on Friday to face the Woodstock squads.
Mrs Bessie Pomeroy of Arco was conveyed to Memorial Hospital at Winchester by the Front Royal Relief Fire Department ambulance after about two months of illness.
Last minute entries have arrived from Front Royal and Rappahannock counties for the amateur program at Murphy Theatre. The event is sponsored by the Lions Club with final plans set for Wednesday and Thursday nights.
Front Royal reports long awaited authorization for the WPA Emergency Education program. Two former Warren County teachers Mrs Grace Sutphin and Mrs Katie Owens transferred into the setup. In Rappahannock County three classes run including home economics by Mrs Mary G Thornhill and adult classes by Mrs Charles Reid and Laurie Davis.
Shenandoah Rebekah Lodge No. 83 met last night and installed officers for the year. District deputy president Mrs. Emma Thompson performed the installations naming noble grand Mrs. Merle Emmert and a full slate of officers including vice grand Mrs. Ed Stokes and recording secretary Mrs. William J. Farrell.
Stephen A. Spitz, freed from a Chicago jail after forgery, plans to travel to New Jersey to disclose alleged key evidence in the Hauptmann murder case. Authorities probe Spitz’s claim that in 1934 two men offered to sell him Lindbergh ransom money and that he handled some of the bills.
Keep baked apples covered for the first 30 minutes to ensure tenderness through the entire bake. The tip emphasizes covering early to preserve moisture and texture.
The article analyzes bridge opening leads from various 4 to 6 card suits headed by A K Q or A J Q and compares efficiency of leading K versus the fourth best card. It provides odds from different suit lengths and cautions against confusing no trump and trump play. It notes the K remains strong from certain holdings and concludes with a specific opening lead in clubs and a test of South’s 4 Hearts contract.
The Shawnee Home Demonstration group meets Thursday January 23 at Mrs John Bywaters home in Opequon Virginia. The Outlook For 1936 session aims to plan a notable year program for members.
In 1837 plank roads emerged as a new improvement and New York State eventually accumulated over 1000 miles of these wooden thoroughfares.
France began occupying Algeria in 1830 and by 1864 had spent immense manpower and funds to pacify the region, cited as 150000 men and about 700000000 dollars.
Calotabs are promoted as a dependable remedy for colds. They are described as purgative and diuretic, claimed to cleanse the intestinal tract, remove mucus and toxins, and aid overall relief. The ad touts a low price of five cents for a single dose and five cents for a package.
Medical column notes winter worsens a bone overgrowth in arthritis, causing joint swelling and severe pain. Focal infections may drive bone changes, removal helps but does not cure. time and warmth aid relief as permanent fixation remains. Weather, climate, and indoor warmth influence management while Dr Clendening offers six pamphlets for 10 cents each.
Practical pattern for a front button dress designed to teach early independence. Describes fabric options, plaits for fullness, and a French yoke suitable for sizes 2 4 6 and 8 years. Includes material requirements and ordering details from Winchester Evening Star pattern department.
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