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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1918
Page
4
In a reflective piece George F. Burba urges daily giving to relieve global misery. He argues hoarded money harms both givers and recipients, and that aid transforms both sides, promising compassion, uplift, and a divine melody heard when giving.
A narrator laments gossiping neighbors fixated on diseases and medicines. He contrasts their chatter with thoughts of war and battles, criticizing the focus on goiters warts plasters and stomach remedies amid disasters.
Marriage licenses issued Saturday afternoon in the county clerk’s office list two couples. Herbert Hoy Cooley of Warren county Virginia and Muriel Laura Hinkle of Stephens City were married, with Cooley a Pittsburgh bank associate and son of Frank L. Cooley. The second couple, Charles A. Richard and Miss Courtney A. Stephenson, show Richard as son of Hi A. Richard, farmers west of Stephens City, and Stephenson daughter of Joseph Stephenson of Pawcett Gap.
Promotes a time honored external preparation to ease childbirth. Claims include reduced pain, fewer nervous spells, and preserved calmness for expectant mothers. Sold at drug stores with instructions and a mailing address for the Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta Georgia.
A fragment expresses urgent wartime or community mobilization feelings with emphasis on dedication and resolve. The tone implies collective effort and personal commitment to a cause. No specific names or dates are provided.
Mrs. Katie Clendening age 59 wife of A C Clendening died Saturday night after a long illness. She is survived by her husband and children Bruce Henshaw Paul Howard James and siblings in several counties. Funeral at her home Tuesday at 10 am with Rev W J King officiating and interment at the nearby Episcopal graveyard. The family formerly lived on West Water street here.
United States Department of Agriculture urges thrashing outfit owners to ground machines to remove static electricity and fit automatic fire extinguishers. A suction fan reduces dust suspension, lowers explosion risk, and cleans grain to boost value. complete instructions available from the Bureau of Chemistry in Washington, D. C.
The report shows native rodents cause large agricultural losses across states. Montana ranges from 15 to 20 million dollars, North Dakota 6 to 9 million, Kansas 12 million, Colorado 2 million, California 20 million, Wyoming 15 percent of crops, Nevada 10 to 15 percent or 1 million, New Mexico 1.2 million with potential double.
The needs and habits of sheep differ from horses cattle and swine yet pose no unsolvable problems. Boys in sheep clubs prove the value of study and observation backed by satisfactory returns in mastering sheep raising.
Discussion notes that sheep raising suits boys as it requires steady but not heavy labor and offers financial return. It argues this work can be performed by youths lacking other farm skills and should be considered where farm labor is scarce.
John Brown Jr of Camp Lee Virginia writes to his mother describing a move to a new camp in France. He notes seeing many German prisoners, windmills like in Holland, wine drinking French locals, and air battles with planes overhead. He mentions British soldiers, long daylight hours, and hopes to write again soon.
The ad touts Calotabs as a perfected and purer form of calomel, claiming it lacks the old unpleasant effects. It emphasizes rapid uptake as a liver cleanser and system purifier, sold only in sealed packages for thirty five cents with druggist endorsement and guarantee.
The Martinburg Journal notes a state treasure surplus of eight million may be used to reduce West Virginia's thirteen million dollar debt to Virginia. The state has not paid the Supreme Court judgment, citing lack of funds as a reason.
A War Industries Board letter warns editors to curb paper use and drop free copies and samples. Printing costs rise as paper supply dwindles and prices surge, forcing many papers to raise subscription and ad rates. many small papers have gone out of business.
Members of Mount Carmel Free Baptist Church Knitting Club report 29 members in Red Cross, with 6 more church members joining to total 35. They discuss training camp progress for John Bannister at Hampton Institute, appreciation for Red Cross, and biweekly meetings to knit sew and raise funds, including $12 from recent entertainment.
Warning ad urges readers to monitor sluggish blood and take S. S. S. vegetable blood medicine to revitalize the blood. Recommends buying at a drug store and offers free medical advice from the Swift Specific Co. Medical Director in Atlanta.
Agricultural guidance notes sheep can obtain much of their feed from rough pastures not suitable for cattle. It warns against promoting sheep farming for those whose primary aim is weed control rather than farming profitability.
A quirky note suggests filling stipends with wheat to accompany baked potatoes. The message hints at culinary planning and a playful approach to meals without detailing recipients or amounts.
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