Winchester History Spotlight in Frederic Morton Book
Virginia Magazine highlights Frederic Morton’s new history of Winchester, detailing its scope from early beginnings to the Civil War era. The 336 page work uses public records and newspapers, covering topics from Lord Fairfax to railroads, churches, cemeteries, and appendices on local figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Magazine of History
Virginia Hist Society
Frederic Morton
Winchester
Virginia
Shenandoah Wa
Preston
Pendleton
Shenandoah
Strasburg
Morton
Fairfax
Neck
Chester History Noted For Varied Interest In Town Record
In a concise remark the editor highlights the notable breadth of Chester’s town history, praising the richness and variety of information available. The note emphasizes how seldom such depth appears in local historical records and hints at the value of these archival details for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester
Public notice of Berryville Turnpike Company assets
The Berryville Turnpike Company treasurer issues a public notice under an act of the Virginia General Assembly, stating unlocatable stockholders will have their remaining assets distributed pro rata after the commonwealth receive its distributive share. Also included is an attachment suit in Frederick County for C W Bowers seeking 4715 dollars plus interest, with publication and posting orders.
Veterinary and agriculture notes on pests and markets
The text discusses a dust mixture for striped cucumber beetles, general pest control over medical treatment to prevent poultry losses from intestinal parasites, New York City's annual dairy wholesale value near 184 million dollars, and timing for worm treatments in lambs with emphasis on late spring and summer market cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Proper Sow Nursing Period Ration and Feeding
Article advises detailed care for sows in the first ten days after birth, then outlines a three-meal plan with noon ear corn to boost milk. It notes six average corn ears add about two pounds daily, stresses water availability, and recommends separate feeding to ensure each sow maintains condition through nursing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. W. Crampton
Macdonald College
Quebec
Mrs Ruth Carter to Visit with Isabel Carter in Baltimore
Mrs Ruth Carter of Baltimore and her daughter Miss Isabel Carter arrive tomorrow to stay with Mrs Fred Stryker on West Cork Street. Miss Carter is a sophomore at Goucher College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Carter
Baltimore
Isabel Carter
Fred Stryker
West Cork Street
Cara
Goucher Colege
Prevention Best Remedy for Chicken Diseases
Prevention is the best remedy for chicken diseases. Healthy flocks sing while droopy birds show illness. New fowls brought to the farm must be isolated and proven healthy before mixing. Cleanliness after outbreaks and regular pest control curb roup, lice, and mites. preventive care wins over cure.
Legume Use and Farm Practices for Soil and Stock
The article notes legumes as the only viable nitrogen source for soil. It suggests burying dead fowls or burning them to ashes to deter predators, and claims poison accelerates woodchuck control. It advises consulting county agents on poisons, favors cracked yellow corn for baby chicks, urges dairymen to keep cow records, and mentions boarders sold for beef with better sires purchased.
Public sale of valuable property in Frederick County Virginia
Trustee Harry R. Kern offers at 11 a m Friday July 17 1925 in Winchester a 2 acre Mountain Falls tract improved by barn hen house and automobile shed adjoining Hulver Oates and Miry Mary Melcher. Amount due 1200 with 6 percent interest from Jan 26 1925. Terms one third cash on day of sale and balance in two equal annual installments secured by deed of trust and insurance on buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Pingley
Lillian G. Pingley
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Virginia
Winchester
Mountain Falls
Cedar Creek
M.C. Hulver
C. Oates
Miry Mary Melche
Harry R. Kern
Public sale of Winchester city property set for July 28 1925
A special commissioner will publicly auction the James M Bragonier versus Mary M grew et als case property in Winchester Virginia. The house and lot on the west side of North Braddock Street fronting about 62 feet 6 inches will be offered at 12 M with one third cash and the balance in two equal annual installments secured by a deed of trust and fire insurance. Bond filed as required by law. Corinne Thomas deputy clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Court of
City of Winchester
James M. Bragonier
Mary Megrew
Court House
Winchester
North Braddock St
City of
A. C. Swimley
Virginia F. Bradgonier
Farm Advice For Livestock And Poultry Management
Dairymen should finish the silo on farms with 80 or more cows. Pregnant ewes fed potassium iodide help keep lambs free from goiter. Keep essential tools at hand. Maintain sufficient livestock to consume legumes. Chicks need shade free range water and proper feed for best profits. A portable house 10 by 12 feet with a 7 foot front and 4.5 foot rear is satisfactory. Morning feed is typically scratch fed in litter to stimulate fowl movement.
Proper management can improve logged-off lands for crops
The text notes that logged-off lands can yield satisfactory crops with proper management. It advises liberal feeding of pigs for several weeks before and after weaning to support their growth and health.
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Wills
C. B. Organ
Rouss Garage
Braddock ST
Willard
Little Ampere
Dodge Brothers
Dodge Coure
DODGE
J. Howard Cather & CO
Smallwood Motor CO
Stephens City, Va
The
Berryville Turnpike Company
Eral Assembly of
Rata
John N. Bell
Thomas Campbell
Charles Chase
Henry Crum
Charles Coons
E. P. Davis
David Deahl
Jno
G. Fletcher
J. 8. Green
H. H. Griffith
Samuel Hartley
Joel Lupton
Lizzie Sherrard, Jno. G. Smith and
Welsh & Legg
J. T. L. Jones
Treas
Berryville Turnpike Co
State OF Virginia
M. P. Ehert
C. W. Bowers
Frederick
Midavit
Evening Star
C. C. Brannon
Robert T. Barton
P. Q
Berryville
Riley & Son
J. D. Lakeman
Opequon
Firestone
W. G. Strickler
Front Royal
Hable’s Store
Parteione Sa
Ates
S. Main St
Houee, Lane
Larss
Market St
Wean
P. D. Oe
N. Braddock St
R. M. Henry
Jersey
Care Star Office
S. Braddock
Winchester Evening Star
J. M. Steck
Corinne Thomas
Corporation Court
New York
Hippodrome Animalls
Southport
Connecticut
Sampeat Agal AC
H. W. Ebert
Buick
Cadillac
Feu
Sein H.R. Will
C. F. Smith
Optometrist
West Water Street
Main St
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