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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star combines with several Winchester papers and lists subscription rates for one year two six months and three months in advance. The page also notes Associated Press rights limiting republication of dispatches and local news.
A decayed OCR fragment cites Matthew chapter 7 verse 1 about judgment and a personal plea for grace to treat others compassionately, reflecting moral themes rather than a distinct news event. The legible lines point to religious text with no clear occurrence, date, or location.
Fredericksburg editorial argues the key issue is which candidate best carries Governor Byrd’s program. It states all three seek tax relief and improvements, but only the one with business ability to continue Byrd’s plans will truly be the best governor for Virginia.
Richmond News Leader discusses a predicted farm of the future owned by corporations with workers rotating between cultivators and the power house. It cites Quincy, Illinois as a model with chain farms and suburban workers who retain wages while living on nearby plots, raising livestock and gardens. The piece notes a prosperous, well kept rural region near the Mississippi with a new bridge and a planned large hotel.
An editorial voice from a New York paper discusses weather reporting and city life. The piece reflects on how climate, daily routines, and public communication intertwine in a bustling metropolis.
The author argues that Americans use weather as a scapegoat for mistakes and a catalyst for experimentation. He notes summer heat in the United States contrasts with Europe, questions noble experiments, and cites a French view linking prohibition to climate and strong drinks to counteract harsh weather.
The vast 40 million acre wheat frontier from Montana to Texas influences markets as forecasts show lower yields. Farmers expected over 600 million bushels and 80 cent wheat mid July, but actual production fell short. Spring wheat remains weak while drought boosts hard winter estimates to about 582 million bushels, with total wheat output near 834 million bushels.
Of the Plains states the cultivated area rose from 35,948,000 acres in 1916-18 to 13,460,000 in 1926-28. A spring wheat area shift is noted. The crescent group from New England to Mississippi cut its area from 5,882,009 to 3,731,000 acres, while the Ohio west to Minnesota group expanded from 10,412,000 to 18,000,000 acres.
Twenty states paid less income tax in the year ending June 30 1920. The U S treasury summary shows total taxes collected at 2 987 660 313 with income taxes at 2 331 109 826 89. Texas posted the largest drop from 1928 to the last year while New York led in overall taxes paid, totaling 843 312 795 and Illinois 238 249 811 and Pennsylvania 237 576 472.
Federal horse specialists J. O. Williams and S. R. Speelman forecast rising demand and good prices for well bred horses and mules in coming years. Information from 24 states with stallion and jack enrollment laws shows about 82 percent of stallions listed.
A 1928 report shows continued declines in licensed stallions and jacks across 24 states amid higher horse and mule costs. Prices for draft and saddle horses remain strong, with high quality stock scarce and replacement costs rising, prompting cautious breeding and selection to ensure sound offspring.
Mrs. John Carter Bardin of Dallas leads 600 Huguenot descendants to preserve records of the first American colony in Virginia and to erect a monument. The Manakin Town Huguenots claim descent from a large 1700s colony near Richmond. Organized branches in 23 states and Switzerland will aid the campaign. The first Va church built in 1700 at Manakin still stands.
The Senate finance committee ends public hearings on the House tariff bill and plans a Monday meeting of Republican members to rewrite the measure. Chairman Smoot and Senator Watson expect a Senate vote readiness by August 19.
The passage notes many 20th century pastors tracing roots to the original minister and outlines the Huguenot migration from France to Virginia after St Bartholomew's Day Massacre. It mentions Mrs Bardin seeking a $5,000 scholarship endowment and the selective invitation process for Manakin Huguenots to prove descent from Virginia Calvinists.
The Evening Star announces a special July subscription rate in effect. Pay now and receive the discount. Carrier delivery is $4.00 per year in advance and mail delivery is $3.00 per year in advance.
Notice to Winchester voters from Arthur W. Fansler announcing his candidacy for Clerk of the Corporation Court in the Democrat primary. He notes limited time to speak to voters and expresses confidence in the electorate to choose the best candidate. Fansler identifies as the youngest Legionnaire in Winchester.
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