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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1940

Page

5

20 Years Ago This Week Stump for Congression al Election

Judge Harrison and Col. Leedy are stumping the county for the congressional race. The column notes campaign travel in Frederick County and local council discussions on school funding and northern area needs. Mentions George W. J. Howard Taylor C. E. B. Ai Jr. and S. L. Gray among participants. The piece references Roosevelt and a pending rate decision affecting a gas company.

Harrison Col. Leedy

Miss Barrow 77 Dies After Heart Attack

Miss Barrow aged 77 of the county died after a heart attack following illness. She was a member of the Methodist Church and a native of Stephens City. Funeral services are planned Tuesday at 2 PM from the Homer Welch residence in Stephens City with pallbearers not yet listed.

Homer Welch Stephens Cit Gomory Stephens City

Henry Ford Praises Newspapers as Daily Educators

Henry Ford declares newspapers are the best educators arriving daily and creeping to the minute. He touts their timely guidance and constant presence in public life.

Family legal notice shields wife from debts

Grace Oates Lar disclaims responsibility for any debts incurred by others. asserts only Murrell Wade is liable. Notice specifies certain date and names in a legal context. The statement centers on debt liability and spousal protection.

Grace Oates Larice Murrell Wade

From Private To Captain In Two Days Dougherty Did It

Berryvale Va July 8 Captain Graham F Dougherty rose from private to captain in two days after taking over the local National Guard unit on July 1. He previously enlisted with the Philadelphia City Cavalry and served in the 318th Infantry 80th Division during World War I.

Dougherty Berryvale Graham Ff. Dougherty Rice W. Levi National Guard A Erty P Cay France Theb Philadelphia City Cavalry 52Nd Cavalry Corant Infantry Brigade 318Th Infantry 80Th Division

Treasury Status Report Shows Debt Levels Rise

Treasury data indicates a rise in gross debt to $65,326,382.64, up $1,691,718.47 from the prior day, with a total of $82,013,160.84 reported in the day’s balance. The brief notes overall increases in deficits and daily indebtedness.

Washington Penditares Grose

For Rent Classified Ads Short List

Apartment 411 N Loudoun J, single room or Hubbard, 364 Charles St three unfurnished rooms, comfortable bedroom for business woman, Peyton 8st, phone numbers 1851 and 649, dates indicate ongoing listings.

Charles St

Schedule corrections for Frederick county Home Demonstration programs

The Frederick county Home Demonstration program dates for next week were corrected. Wednesday features Stephens City session at Mrs Hiserer's home with Healthful Kitchen demonstration. Thursday July 18 MTown and Round Hill clubs meet with Healthful Kitchen. Round Hill at 3 pm. Friday July 19 Mt Airy 4-H at Shaw demo on white sauce. Gore 4-H at 2 pm. Friendly Grove 4-H at 8 pm at the Club House.

Frederick County Stephens City Middletown Home Demonstration Club Round Hill Mt. Airy I-H Shaw Gore 4-H Friendly Grove

Another Shipment Of Lambs Tuesday

Announcement that the final lamb shipment for about 30 days will depart Middletown tomorrow. A committee meeting set for next Wednesday night will decide the next shipping date. J. Carl Colmer, assistant county agent, stated.

Middletown J. Carl Colmer

Program For Turkey Fete Takes Shape

The festival plans a two day celebration with coronation of the turkey. Director-general F Wilmer reports strong preparation as 360 000 to 400 000 turkeys are expected and agents are lining up.

Turkey F. Wilmer

Festival party aims to outshine last year with careful planning

On the second afternoon of the festival the committee works hard to improve the event and make it more beautiful than last year. The turkey dance on the first night and the queen bell as notable features highlight the celebration for the two days.

Also Mentioned on This Page

George W. J Howard Taylor C. EB. Ai Jr 8. L. Gray Roosevelt Associated Press New_York Corporation Commission Gas Co Sas Soun Mopman Miss Barrow Henry Ford Ilco Cote ® Rice Stores, Inc Bell’s Winchester Front Royal United States Victor Peyton N. Loudoun &J Force Ana N. Market Apply Yarstont” Ave Phonie Jen Berryville Ave Beare N. Main Bailey Bros Cal Pine Eeies Burgalow H. Willis Kremér & Bro Pi Co Art Neen Abington Mass Platte N. Y Rockingham County George W. Kurtz George Washington Garage N. Loudoun St Zenith General-Electric RCA Mation Bets Miles Music CO W. Boscawen St Clinton Ferguson Ty Pit CkKe Conve Mermiay
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