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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1934
Page
4
Consolidated notice lists subscription prices for various terms, advertising rates, memorials and display ads. It includes classifed rate per word, minimum charges, and mentions national ad representatives in several cities. The text reflects a period newspaper layout with multiple pricing options.
A devotional verse reflecting Jesus as the life and giver of eternal life. The text cites John 11 25 declaring belief in Jesus grants resurrection life beyond death.
Baltimore Sun reports Norfolk and Western cuts a lowfare passenger schedule effective February 1 as part of a broader push to reduce high fares. Porter urges further nationwide reductions after Southern Railway shows passengers rising on branch lines where fares were cut, while eastern carriers keep high basic fares.
Roanoke World News portrays Samuel Insull Sr. as a forlorn figure amid ongoing legal maneuvers to avoid expulsion from Greece. Indications point to a January 31 departure and renewed extradition efforts by the United States, with prosecutors seeking trial for fraud tied to his collapsed utilities empire.
Exchange Friends University in Wichita offers a new program described as a fully course in fly fishing. The project aims to provide practical training and attract students seeking hands on outdoor skills.
A newspaper fragment argues for teaching fly fishing in college as part of physical education. It notes languages spoken today, the Louisiana Purchase, and churchgoing percentages, framing angling as a lasting skill beyond graduation. The piece contrasts sports with angling as a valued lifelong pursuit.
Rainfall in the past 24 hours ended at 8 a m shows none. January to date 1.05 inches. Year to date 1.05 inches. Winchester Research Laboratory reports average annual precipitation 34.71 inches for 21 years. Monthly averages: January 2.36, February 2.70, March 2.70, April 3.11, May 3.73, June 3.81, July 3.45, August 3.45, September 2.15, October 3.06, November 2.25, December 2.37 inches.
The author argues against permanently vesting currency management in the Executive, urging a transitional period and thorough debate. He notes the need to consider risks, compares with A and NAA timelines, and warns of partisan battles if rushed. The piece calls for careful, public examination of where such powers belong.
Greenwood Va January 25 Mrs Tumberlin is very ill at the home of her daughter Mrs John Pennington near Greenwood. Mr Paul Copenhaver and family spent weekend with Mrs Copenhaver's parents west of Winchester. Mrs Thompson of Martinsburg is spending time with cousin Mrs Mae Hamman. Mr and Mrs Melvin Miller visited the former's parents Sunday. Peter Hamman, ill for some time, is much improved. The farm of R L Smith on the Senseney road has been leased for a flying field.
One year ago drunkenness led to a burst of arrests here while Mrs Emma Miller and Mrs Joseph Sumption died. Jacob E Baker a 61 year old businessman dies. The Virginia State Horse Show Association yearbook notes Red Tape wins three championships and twelve ribbons in 1932. Engagement announced between Emily Addison Langhorne and Andrew Gustafson. Auto crash injures H B McCormac Helen Peery and Ruth Thomas. Julia Carter dies at 170 Berryville as husband falls ill at bedside. Rev Oscar F Blackwelder addresses Bible class banquet at Grace Lutheran Church.
Ten years ago the Elks endorsed a campaign for a bigger hospital. The Empire Theatre sponsors a Little Theatre movement in town. Sheriff Luther Pannett recovers five stolen cars in Chambersburg. The first public performance at Handley School auditorium is set for February 7.
The text explains that peanuts are not roots but grow on a low herb. Flowers appear near the ground and as pods form the stems bend down, pushing pods into the soil for ripening. This underground phase differentiates peanuts from other nuts and fruits.
The National Ben Franklin Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh Pa reveals that Dwelling Policies Nos D-36001 to 36025 formerly in O L Jamison s possession at Winchester Virginia are lost mislaid or stolen. The company disclaims liability and declares the policies void. Notify Pittsburgh office at 10 Park Place Newark NJ with any information.
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