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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1923

Page

5

Urges County Wool Growers to Organize

County Agent J. R. DuShane urges local sheep raisers to organize with the Virginia Cooperative Sheep and Wool Growers Association. He cites higher prices, direct sales to manufacturers, standardized grading, and rapid advances as key benefits of cooperative marketing.

J. R. DwShane Nour County DuShane Shane Frederick County Virginia Cooperative Sheep and Wool Growers’ Association Association Richmond Advaj Virginia

Silent Stage Stars Highlight Dixie Song and Dance Show

A local evening featured athletic girls and a chorus under Mrs Reynolds and Miss Kitty Barnett delivering lively plans and original jokes. Soloists like Miss Marion Barr and Miss Janet Rinker gave effective performances with encores.

Ara Kitty Barnett Marion Barr Salome Crisman Lucy Sprint Nancy Crisman Helen Keating F Ws Gertrude “Ritte Pearl Brown Janet Rinker Carter Mae Stryker Gladys ‘Sanford Cornelia Gray Ida Fisher Elise Snider Katherine Snider Mary Wisecarver Katherine Barnett Tay Sprint Margaret Evans Grace Rosenberger Josephine Ebersole Anna Wood Ruth Peston Ruth Thomas Margaret Kelchner Elizabeth Hollis Nan Keating C. M@er Joseph Cassell Ralph Pifer Joseph Newlin Alson Hott

Railroads Ordered to Resume Mileage Book Sales

Interstate Commerce Commission directs railroads to resume selling 2,500 mile mileage books at a 20 percent discount from regular passenger rates. Sale must start March 15. Several small lines excluded due to financial hardship. most class one roads required to implement the cut.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission Oyler

Britain Accepts American Plan on War Debt Terms

London reports Great Britain will take the American offer on the British war debt. The plan sets 3 percent for ten years and 3 1/4 percent thereafter with no reservation on paying the total after the decade. In Washington Secretary Mellon says the decision opens the path to drafting funding law changes to legalize the proposed terms.

London Great Britain Washington Mellon

Silent Cinema Sparks Toddler Misread at Show

A family outing at the cinema becomes a cue for confusion when a nephew misinterprets a dramatic scene. The uncle recalls the moment as the boy, Dickie, asks if the hero will kill the cow, breaking the room’s silence.

Dickie

Crow Interferes in Archerfield Golf Match

During a golf match at Archerfield Haddingtonshire a crow lifted a ball near the center of the course and dropped it near the seventeenth green while players headed to that hole. The incident occurred on the way to the seventeenth and affected the players as they continued.

Archerfield Haddingtonshire

Man’s claim on efficiency of husband vs wife noted

A short fable from the St. Joseph News Press recounts a man who doubted his wife’s housekeeping, only to learn her efficiency surpasses his own. The tale underscores humility and shared effort in daily tasks.

St. Joseph

Mistrust of the man who sees all as good or evil

A Lavater quote condemns belief in perfection and cynicism, warning that seeing all as good or all as evil reflects distrust and extremism rather than balanced judgment. It urges cautious discernment in evaluating people and ideas.

Stilhrhorg

Weather Forecasts Aid Beekeepers in New York State

New York apiculturists used to inform neighbors via telephone about seasonal weather risks. The U S Department of Agriculture weather service coordinated telegrams to regional contacts to reach about 15 000 beekeepers, helping prevent winter losses in a state that yields roughly 4 000 000 pounds of honey annually.

New York Apiculturiet United New York State Weather Bureau

Advantages of Ducks as Farm Animals

Ducks provide feathers eggs and meat and are less troubled by lice or mites than chickens. They can be housed in cheaper quarters, offering economic advantages for farmers.

Swine Need Plenty Exercise in Winter

Winter hog care hinges on exercise and clean dry sleeping quarters. R W Clark of the Agricultural College at Fort Collins urges hogs roam fields as soon as possible to build vigor, with dry sanitary housing and modest rations including grain, alfalfa hay, beet pulp, skim milk, or silage. Dry land farmers can use corn with tankage to achieve good winter results.

R. W. Clark Agricultural College Fort Gollins

Prevent Seed Corn Damage From Weevils Mice

Article notes seed corn is harmed by weevils and mice. It mentions using carbon bisulphide gas to fumigate stored seed corn and that the compound can be bought at drugstores in liquid form.

Island Forest Belt Encircles Madagascar Island

A natural feature on Madagascar describes a forest belt about 20 miles thick that surrounds the island, providing a continuous ring of woodland around the landmass.

Madagascar

Poindexter Named as Ambassador to Peru

The American government in January began inquiries to determine if Miles Poindexter of Washington could be an acceptable ambassador to Peru. The move reflects a potential senior diplomatic appointment amid U.S. Washington deliberations.

Associated Preas Washington Jan Govets G Miles Poindexter Washton Peru Gove Republic

Surprise party honors Elsie and Arthelia Ashy at Ashwood home

In Alliants Va on January 31 a surprise party celebrated Misses Elsie and Arthelia Ashy with guests including Denta McIwee Josephine Pitman Florence Sager Delilah Sager Cordelia White and several Snapp and Williams family members. Guests enjoyed games and refreshments. A school debate on February 2 at 7 30 p m will discuss whether ambition has wrought more harm than good with local speakers from Williams Fout Russell Stoop Lau Williams Himelright and Cooper.

Alliams Mr. and Ashwood Elsie Arthelia Ashy Denta McIwee Josephine Pitman Lorence Delilah Sager Cordelia White Ethel Emma Snapp Marie Orndoff Hilda Giese Floyd Marvin Miller Leonard Ralph Williams Gilbert Russell Herbert Smoke Mina Snapp Arthur Ines Jacob Snapp Bel- Arthur Snapp Virgie Clyde Keckley Lena Marie Ents W. H. Williams Bill Orndoff Irene A. L. Brewer Arthur White H. W. Ashwood Megus Rudolph Robert Kernstown Hugh Ashwood Matie Orndoff Belmont. Fout C. F. Snapp N. B. Fout Gilbert Russel E. H.stoop B. Lau N . ‘Williams H. W. Himélright T'S. Cooper

Unclaimed Letters List From Winches-ter Va Post Office

The weekly unclaimed letters include Affneck Y, Barr Mary, Bush Jess, Denny Mary, Harrison W, Hoover Herbert, Huffman FW, Houston Swope Co, Loy Mrs Leola, Mason D B, Miller Charley, Morris Mrs W E, Peacemaker Mrs David J W. postmaster Libert notes a 1 cent fee per letter. Also updates on local residents: Cooper improving after illness, Lewis couple better after influenza, Parker Dix of Pittsburgh visiting, Henry W et of Middleburg and Dr A Randolph Bluemont staying at Hotel Jack.

Wincheser Affneck Y. Barr Mary. Bush Jess. Denny Mary. Harrison W. & Hoover Henry W. Et Middleburg Dr. A. Randolph Bluemont Hotel Jack

As the World Judges. The World Grows Better

A clipped opinion notes the world improving yet questions the view that a man's greatness is measured by how many people he can snub in impunity. The Vancouver Sun letter reflects on public conduct and moral progress.

Aqman Vancouver Sun

Ananias Recount of a Golf Score Sparks Violent Death Claim

Fragmentary text suggests a violent incident linked to a golf score dispute involving individuals named Ananias and Froula in Sacramento. The record mentions killing and crying comments but lacks clear context or full details.

Whales Revealed as Hairy Mammal Ancestors

Biologists explore fossil and genetic evidence tracing whales from land mammals to ocean giants. Researchers cite transitional features and environmental shifts that shaped evolution from terrestrial ancestors to modern baleen and toothed whales.

Farmers as Founders of Civilization Quoted

A fragment quotes Daniel Webster on farmers shaping civilization as usage begins to spread and influence broader arts. The line underscores the farmer’s foundational role in society and culture.

Daniel Webster

Value of Purebred Livestock in U S Agriculture

The USDA reports purebred livestock earn 33 to 50 percent more than scrub stock, averaging about 40 percent. Based on survey of 500+ farm families with thousands of breeding animals and 90 000 fowls, the Better Lives Better Stock program highlights superiority in conformation, sale value, early maturity, and feed efficiency. Buyers seek purebreds for higher milk and wool yields and uniform offspring.

United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of Agriculture Adger Department of Agriculture Department Cirewar Gabe Washington State L. Agd A. Montana

Harding Party Plans Florida Trip After Congress Adjourns

President and Mrs Harding intend to depart Washington on March 5 for a Florida coast tour starting in St Augustine. No fixed schedule yet but the trip will cover Florida coastal stops.

Associated Press Washington Harding Congress St. Augustine Florida

Public school disruption linked to Ku Klux Klan interference

Baton Rouge January 31 The Louisiana Department of Education warns that Klan interference in school affairs will not be tolerated. Superintendent Harris wrote Jackson parish school boards after Eros High School closed following a threatening letter said to come from the Eros Klan. The letter urged shifts in teaching staff.

Baton Rouge Ku Klux Klan Louisiana T. H. Harris Jackson Parish Eros High School Eros Klan

Federal Narcotics Board Tightens Import Rules

The Federal Narcotics Control Board announced it would grant no more import applications for narcotics until a decision on the total amount of such drugs advisable to admit into the country during the year. The action aims to tighten control over imports.

Washington Federal Narcotics Control” Board

Water Request Sparks Small Town Quip

A fragmentary exchange shows Terrible Tommy and Mr Dobbreigh debating a drink, with a humorous line about needing more than a glass. The odd dialogue suggests a light local scene centered on thirst and social banter.

Tommy Mr. Dobbreigh

Care for Spray Materials From Summer Campaign

Supplies of spraying materials from the summer campaign should be stored properly to preserve effectiveness. Haquil linked-sulphur deteriorates fastest and must be kept from freezing. use a cellar or shed and ensure containers are closed to control odor. In spring test strength with a hydrometer. Deydine-sulphur keeps well in airtight containers and is not harmed by freezing. Powdered lead arsenate stores dry. paste form should be kept free from freezing with surface water kept in.

Farm Economy Promises Savings on Cottage Goods

Farmers expect lower family costs by producing own milk butter vegetables and lard. With cows, wheat and grain grown locally, families may avoid buying essentials and rely on home produced staples to stretch budgets.

Mik Witter

Mary Garden Credits Mental Medicine Aid For Voice

Boston January report from Associated Press says opera star Mary Garden attributes vocal improvement to regular mental medicine used in her lecture tour with Emil Conte. She testified publicly that her voice has improved since starting the treatment a month ago and notes she can reach notes she never could before.

Boston Mary Garden Emil Conte

Clerk's Office Action Court Notice For 11th Day

The Clerk's Office of a city court issues a notice dated the eleventh day of a month in 19. The document references a copy-Teste in Rae et al and directs action at the court.

Sound Philosophy Fragment From a Murky OCR Note

A fragmentary OCR line hints at a cryptic sound philosophy about nothingness and unity. The readable portion suggests a philosophical musing on being and another state, but few concrete details remain due to damage.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mr. Ome Priges The Crow Fable Poindexter J. W. Libert Roger Carter. Cooper Mrs. Loring Cooper Wairmont Avenue Oscar H. Lewis Parker, Dix Pittsburgh Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Thomas A. Warren Sacto Froula Ananias Dore Bailey Bros Comine Vinten Eoard Wright Winchester Visa Iter Marsh S Highland Avenue M. Lynch J. Smith W. Morris Haines Mary Ry Haines Howard BE Lew K. Smith Mattie R. Smith Muse John E, Muse Julia ‘Ton Mae B. Muse George Mollie Julia E, Jukins Evelyn. M William T. J . Mosh Lawrence Haines Evening Star
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