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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Virginia lists second class mailing, publishing company, consolidations, and subscription rates. It notes association with the Associated Press and republication rights for local and credited news.
A religious verse reflecting on providence and faith, citing Matthew 6 26 and a prayer for aid. The fragment emphasizes trust in divine care for birds and believers.
Three weeks before the Democratic primary the race centers on John Garland Pollard and G Walter Mapp Pollard supports progressive state policies local option taxation road expansion school aid and tax reform He is a former Virginia Attorney General and a William and Mary College professor with strong church ties and broad public service credentials
The piece defends Governor Byrd against Henry W. Anderson's gubernatorial critique, arguing for truth in Virginia finances and tax matters. It praises Byrd’s use of precise facts and figures from trusted sources to counter opposition claims.
The piece argues that Governor Byrd’s administration improved revenues and created a state surplus while expanding services. It credits Byrd with reforms and efficiency, notes Anderson’s errors stem from limited data, and urges fair evaluation of both men without harming Virginia.
Dr C W Dowden of Louisville reports at AMA meeting that 688 patients in two years showed no specific disease yet suffer fatigue and loss of pep. He blames modern life factors including carbon monoxide, postwar strain, influenza lingering effects, and the prohibition era with its poisons for the new condition called modernitis.
A physician notes that infections weaken resistance due to overall depletion from sedentary life, refined foods, and stress. He cites no cure, only remedies like more sunshine, cleaner air, better diet, and reduced emotional strain, though implementation is challenging.
The passage argues that modern disease stems from multiple causes including sedentary lifestyles and excessive driving. It questions simple cures and ponders drastic steps from abandoning cars to returning to farming or creating new medicines, highlighting the complexity of medical solutions.
Wireless communication grows rapidly but no political developments are reported yet.
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