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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1915
Page
6
A government bulletin outlines fly control in manure piles using powdered hellebore and borax. It warns against excessive borax due to crop damage and advises careful application. home abatement hinges on cleanliness, screened openings, and covered waste receptacles.
The Rumseyan Society signs with Forbes Granite Company of Chambersburg PA to erect the James Rumsey monument on a cliff overlooking the Potomac River near the Norfolk and Western bridge in Shepherdstown. The 75 foot ionic column will rest on a 40 by 40 foot plaza with a granite globe, costing about 16200 dollars. Directors include H. W. Potts M. B. Baker A. B. Dandridge H. L. Snyder and William Campbell.
Joseph Pullen of Bainbury died early Sunday from injuries after falling from the second story of his home while reportedly walking in his sleep. He crossed the porch banisters at Murray's store frontage, was found unconscious, and died despite a physician's efforts. He was about 55 and survived by his wife and several children.
Mr EB Reed Beard and a party from Baltimore spent several days in town and registered at the Winchester Inn after arriving by motor car.
Empire presents Panama Canal in Pictures with The Actor and the Rube and Williamson Submarine Pictures in five reels. A Paramount Travel Pictures tour traces the canal from the Atlantic to the Pacific en route to South America. Adm, 10c.
London reports that British scientists urge organizing the country’s best brains to counter German ingenuity. The piece notes the dissent with Winston Churchill and mentions the Admiralty reform and a board to assess naval requirements.
An early 20th century style advertisement touts a digestion aid for women. It claims the product improves digestion and is obtainable everywhere, using period typography and phrases.
An Empire screening presents Lyman Howe submarine pictures shown as a scientific marvel and educational entertainment. The act promises dramatic deep sea treasures and has received government approval with long New York and Philadelphia runs. Evening showings are at 7 15 and 9 15 with tickets from 10 to 15 cents.
With more Secret Service operatives arriving, heightened precautions guard President Wilson from potential threats after the attack on Time Morgan and the Capitol explosion in Washington. Agents monitor the President around the clock to prevent any further danger from agitators.
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