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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1922
Page
2
Col Hawkins expresses deep appreciation for judges county friends and Court House boys who showed care during illness. He thanks the Lutheran Bible Class and others for support and kindness.
Colonel H. L. Opie of Staunton Virginia visited Winchester for the American Legion Post opening celebration and banquet. He was hosted by Mr. L. Marshall Baker and returned home on Monday.
The Post No 21 opening featured a large portrait of Captain Conrad displayed near the entrance. The enlarged photo, presented by Misses Carter and Augusta Conrad, honors the late officer who died in France while serving.
A telegram from Glenoe conveys the death of 35 year old Walter, who worked for a lumber firm at Glencoe. David Clem of Detrick, Shenandoah County, received the notice. no details of death or manner are given. He left parents as survivors. his wife predeceased him and there are no children.
Subscriber notice announces a special January offer from The Evening Star. Pay before the 31st to receive a discount.
An old advertisement extols St Jacobs Oil as a harmless backache and sciatica cure. It promises fast relief with a gentle rubbing action on the sore area, claiming near instant results and painless easing of lameness. The fragmentary copy highlights relief from back pain and twinges.
By decree in Luther Lewis v Rachael Lewis et al in Frederick County Circuit Court the sale of a valuable Hunting Ridge farm proceeds at 11 am February 16 1922. Property includes a small house and stable adjoining Edgar Marple and Golf Miller. Terms cash day of sale with deferred payments secured by deed of trust and insurance policy. Special Commissioner Harry R Kern with Brannon Clerk.
Lanterns of horn carried by Ireeks and Romans served as lamps for lighting homes on moonless nights, showing ancient practices in illumination.
A collage of vintage quips and cartoons features a housekeeper denying family files as neighbors’ flies, a kindly squire urging caution about smoking, and a grim joke about age between eighty and ninety. The piece weaves old newspaper humor and character vignettes across a single page.
A dialogue reveals a man who, despite being praised as likable, shocked his hosts by removing his coat and collar and lighting a pipe when told to make himself at home during a dinner visit. The anecdote highlights social expectations and personal boundaries.
Mr Hixon asks if the sermon impressed him on the way home from church. Mrs Hixon replies she was focused on how Mrs Muchgold's hat was trimmed rather than the sermon.
A quirky verse reflects a loosened pine clothespin on a clothesline buffeted by strong winds. The speaker humorously notes the clothespin’s fragility and resilience amid the gusts.
A witty exchange where a daughter taunts her mother about Schiller being outdated and reveals she has smashed his statuette in the drawing room. The dialogue plays on literary pretension and domestic humor.
A witty remark praises a woman who can style her hair to appear untouched by a ride, even after riding in a 60 horsepower car. The dialogue highlights clever grooming as a sign of sophistication and speed.
A brief exchange captures a speaker asking if anyone in the audience wants to pose a question and a participant inquiring when the band will perform. The moment highlights audience interaction and the anticipation of musical entertainment.
A period quip contrasts a stereotype about women's work with a sharp line on relationships, suggesting a man can be steered by a woman's influence. The exchange reflects gendered humor in a historical newspaper context.
Speechy dialogue describes a scene where Tim asks about payment for voting and Bill makes a suggestive, aggressive remark leading to a black eye. The fragment hints at political pressure and personal conflict in a tense setting.
A humorous exchange quotes a woman deemed overly talkative and a counter remark that wells do dry up at times, implying limits to wisdom and persistence in conversation.
Miss Rose Alexander of Norfolk Virginia has left town after a several day visit with friends and has gone to Washington.
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