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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1925
Page
4
HARRY FLOOD BYRD, polisher, is named in the Evening Star issue from Winchester Virginia. The notice notes the paper as second class matter and lists consolidation with several local titles. Published daily except Sundays by the Evening Star Publishing Co.
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In Christiansburg Harry Byrd declares support for reform of Virginia’s fee system, opposing abuses and favoring an overhaul and caps on fees. Opponent Mapp backs fixed salaries, with both vying for public relief ahead of the August 4 primary. Byrd aligns with Commission on Simplification on salary limits and fiscal transparency.
A devotional reading from Exodus 20 8 11 reminds that the Sabbath is holy a day of rest. The prayer asks God to teach wise use of this day to honor Him and refresh the soul daily.
A Richmond Times Dispatch political writer surveys the Gubernatorial race across Virginia and notes highway bond issues remain key in Fredericksburg in the First District. He argues Mapp’s primary victory would boost bonds and foresees a strong push to load the state with debt if Mapp is nominated, citing Mapp’s record of supporting bond issues while Byrd argues a parallel stance.
The article notes Virginia’s public improvement debt of 20 million dollars paid over a century with 50 million in interest. It contrasts Europe’s postwar struggles with Britain’s unemployment relief of 334 million dollars annually and argues Americans face tax cut debates while Europe bears heavier costs. It emphasizes jobs for willing workers.
The World argues Congress should weigh that sixteen Northern Eastern states shoulder about 71 percent of taxable incomes over 10 000 while Southern and Western states account for 28 percent. It notes farmers and agricultural regions in the South and West earn less income relative to capital, affecting tax capacity. Dr Van Duesen of Front Royal Virginia sold his apples at 1 33 a...
The piece argues Eastern capitalists rely on Southern and Western profits, boosting incomes taxed elsewhere, while urging a lively campaign move. It cites debates between Westmoreland Davis and Byrd, calls for sensible laws, reduced red tape, and opposition to broad tax hikes, urging Byrd support for practical auto licensing and fiscal restraint.
The Richmond Times Dispatch notes the gubernatorial campaign is losing pace comparing it to a sport. It cites politeness between Ex Gov Davis and Richard Evelyn Byrd and calls for sharper exchanges on Mapp and Byrd records. The piece argues for broader public interest beyond solemn observers.
Auction notice for 163 acres slate land 7 room house and barn 30 by 38 with springs and 20 acres timber. Sale scheduled at 10 a.m. July 15 in front of Court House, 1 mile north of Datnatndeeen DCUUSLU. Seller E. Strader, 1003 Woodland Ave, Harris Rd. (1-6-1wk.)
Bedford County residents heard Harry Flood Byrd advocate simplifying statute books and strengthening law and order at a courthouse talk last night. The Bedford Democrat notes the call to curb legal complexity and boost enforcement to strike a responsive chord locally.
An advertisement touts Calotabs as the greatest system purifier. It urges a thorough course taken weekly for several weeks and promises health rewards, offering a family package with directions for 35 cents and a trial for 10 cents at drug stores.
Transplanted celery plans priced at 60 cents per 100 and celery seedlings at 30 cents per 100. Sold by D. Evans located at 510 N. Kent St.
Advertises buying coke now at $7 per ton delivered or $6.50 per ton for 25 tons with cash payment. Claims coke rivals soft and hard coal in price, promising delivery by November first and a 50 cent per ton cash discount. Warns of high fuel costs if neglected and urges stocking up to ease shortages.
An advertisement recounts Lydia E. Pinkham of Lynn Massachusetts creating her Vegetable Compound for women. It notes the Lydia Pinkham Medicine Co operates large laboratories in Lynn Cobourg Mexico City Barcelona and Paris and claims global prominence in herbal remedies.
A fragment advertises Hall’s Catarrh Remedy as a long standing local product. It mentions F J Cheney as a seller and claims the remedy cures catarrh. The note implies a sales listing or period advertisement from a local shop.
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