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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1927
Page
4
Winchester Virginia newspaper notice lists publication details, pricing for subscriptions and carriers, and Associated Press copyright. It notes consolidation with Morning News and Weekly papers and includes postal status and editorial credits.
Bible Thought and Prayer urges parents to share daily Bible selections with children as a priceless heritage. The Sun and Shield theme from Psalm 84 11 promises grace and glory to the upright, while a prayer verse declares the Lord as refuge and fortress.
A Bank of America New York survey shows state governments carry 1.846 billion dollars in bonds, with roads and bridges funding dominating the allocations. per capita figures vary, highlighting Virginia and North Carolina as lower or higher debt examples, while several states remain debt free.
Governor Byrd praises a tax savings of 1.7 million dollars for Virginia citizens, led by a segregation plan effective January 1, 1927. He argues the scheme trims taxes on values from ten to seventy percent, reduces local friction, and expands rural school funding while maintaining state progress.
The Sunday Register notes that the Byrd tax plan increases state production without diminishing returns. It argues farmers gain most from the segregation approach, as farm land has been overtaxed relative to earnings. Governor Byrd says the tax relief benefits farmers most and aids broader fiscal reform in Virginia.
A Boston Automobile Club campaign posts 5,000 signs reading Kids near slow down to curb child deaths. Critics claim the phrase degrades Boston’s diction while praising safety aims amid a broader U S linguistic controversy about regional standards.
The piece extols the two week American vacation as a source of happiness and renewal. It contrasts modern hectic schedules with open air living, warns against overdoing activities, and urges quiet loafing to allow rest to sink in, noting a machine that overcomes insomnia in a humorous aside.
Special to The Star reports Britain and Germany showed seasonal declines in most fruit imports, but 1926-27 saw a dramatic rise in American apples entering Germany and substantial gains for Britain in fresh fruit. Raisins from the United States and Yugoslav prunes decreased in Germany, while Britain increased imports of fresh apricots and peaches.
The Evening Star advertises a special July rate with a $4.00 per year carrier price and a $3.00 per year mail option. Readers are urged to pay now to secure the discount.
From July 1926 to May 1927 Germany imported 9,609,000 bushels of apples, with 2,839,000 from the United States. The U S supply dropped in 1925 26 to 790,778 bushels while Holland and Switzerland redirected volumes. France fell to 621,752 bushels, and total German imports rose slightly from 9,425,678 to 9,609,000 bushels.
Arkansas Gazette notes the resilience of individuals who withstand pushy sales tactics showing how mental discipline can override aggressive patter, highlighting a broader theme of self control amidst pressure.
The Commonwealth authorizes a Democratic primary on August 2 1927 in Winchester Virginia to nominate a State Senate candidate from the 26th District. The Sergeant of the City of Winchester will hold polls at the Friendship Engine House Charley Rouse Engine House City Hall and Sarah Zane Engine House from sunrise to sunset.
Thomas Carter postmaster of Clear Brook was acquitted in Loudoun County magistrate court of reckless driving causing damage to the Venable car. Judge John Marshall dismissed the case amid conflicting testimony. Carter and his young daughter were returning from a visit when the headlights met near Paris on June 26.
Many friends gathered for Miss Mary McIlwee's birthday dinner with attendees from Winchester Oakland Timber Ridge Bloom and Marlboro. Visitors included Elsworth Dodgson Reuben Hulver Philip Richard and J B Crowell as well as local families sharing cake and ice cream and well wishes.
The American Automobile Association stated it had no connection with Samuel Klein and Morris Klein's bid to beat the fast train schedule by car. It affirmed its policy to discourage using public highways as speedways under any circumstances.
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