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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1924
Page
3
Mrs Wesley Ander of Winchester reports Vendol eases headaches back pains and constipation. The ad claims Vendol is natural from herbs with no minerals or acids and offers mail order across towns for $1.25 per bottle via Frank Baker & Sons in Winchester.
A Friday evening July 1 at City Hall Auditorium will host a musical carnival by Madam L E B Hawking School of Music. It promises prizes of gold and silver for attendees and features vocal and instrumental performances. The event, claimed as the first of its kind by colored people in the city, will draw visitors from several eastern cities to enjoy classical pieces from top composers.
A Virginia American Legion plan proposes a trust fund to benefit the department and fund child welfare and disabled veterans. The plan includes establishing real homes for World War orphans, modeled after programs in other states, once sufficient numbers exist in the state.
Special to The Star Berryville Va July 9 Charles M Brown of Berryville and S E Austin of Danville were riding Sunday morning on Browns Up near Gretna when the road gave way and the car plunged down an embankment. Austin died instantly and Brown was bruised. Austin survived by his widow Annie Shepherd of Clarke County. Florence Shepherd left for Roanoke to be with her sister. William Stone, son of Mrs. Austin by a former marriage, came from Danville to comfort his mother. Brown accompanied the body and Mrs. Austin to Danville for interment.
Special from The Star Richmond Virginia July 9 contractors warned to finish projects on time or face penalties. State Highway Commission Commissioner Shirley says bidders must comply with contract time limits to avoid withholding future bids amid widespread delays and detours.
An old advertorial feature cites multiple testimonials from women in Ludington, Los Angeles and Jersey City about health improvements attributed to Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Letters claim relief from irregular periods, headaches, low energy, cramps and fainting spells, urging readers to try the product.
New York July 9 Senator Carter Glass forces gain momentum as Senator Ralston withdraws from the presidential race. Glass leaders foresee a final ballot among Davis, Glass, and Robinson with Bryan’s attacks on Glass affecting support. Bishop Cannon defends Glass as a dry advocate while Bryan’s influence remains debated.
Universal health ad urges daily quart water and four ounces of Salts from a pharmacy to flush kidneys. It claims acids from rich foods overwork kidneys, causing rheumatism headaches liver trouble and urinary issues. Recommends seeing a physician for biannual kidney checks.
Holmes J. Hardesty and Son bought Berks King Champion No. 404544 at the National Friesian Sale in Richmond Virginia on June 5 6. The dam Eco Sylv Mechthilde is a top two year old milk producer with record yields. The sire King Twede Spring Fart NC has noted progeny and the herd ranks among the world leaders in milk and butter production.
Manager Baker donates all Empire Theatre proceeds tonight and next Wednesday to help pay the Apple Blossom Festival Committee debt. Patrons may see the moving picture show and hear the orchestra concert as part of the fundraiser in Frederick County and Winchester.
The Washington Orchestra plans to raise prices for tonight's screenings. The Barefoot will be presented along with the usual lineup in two shows.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses alleged megalomania connected to named figures Ales nnter Great and Napoleon. The garbled line suggests a claim of denial or clarification without clear context or complete attribution.
A Star article notes Australia expects limited cotton exports, predicting few years of supply for Lancashire mills. It discusses sourcing methods and potential impact on prices and availability for bales used in textile manufacture.
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