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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1928
Page
4
Consolidation notice lists pricing for weekly newspaper subscriptions in advance and a line about Associated Press republication rights. The page also shows a presidential ticket listing Alfred E. Smith for president and Joseph T. Robinson for vice president.
A short religious exhortation encourages memorizing daily Bible selections to create a priceless heritage for children. It cites Proverbs 22:1 about choosing a good name over riches and asks for a life that earns a good reputation in God’s sight.
The State Department of Labor reports that Virginia projects plan or begin construction totaling well over 200 million dollars as industrial growth accelerates. The Hopewell nitrogen plant nears completion and the rayon industry expands making Virginia a world center. Industrial output rose from 607 million in 1925 to 800 million in 1927, with a 1928 1929 goal near 1 billion.
The News Leader prints Bishop Candler’s press statement delivered Saturday in Atlanta. It extols the document’s value for the Methodist Episcopal Church, South and other churches, highlighting leadership during the Civil War era and urging caution amid political pressures regarding northern church influence.
The passage recalls past church leaders resisting tyranny by upholding Bible based aims to lead men to Christ and reform society. It argues spiritual ideals should guide today’s debate on intoxicant regulation urging temperance or abstinence as the outcome.
The United States Public Health Service urges careful infant care during hot months. It warns against improper feeding and clothing, and condemns exposing babies to direct sun in carriages. It notes risks of heat related rashes and colds, urging vigilant supervision and safer routines.
A New York World piece praises Judge Franklin Taylor of King County for excusing a juror due to sunburn. The column humorously argues sunburn would impair a juror’s usefulness, noting attire and discomfort would hinder court proceedings.
The piece jokes about jurors turning red and scratching during long trials. It imagines the spectacle of lawyers placating an angry juror, the risk of contagious scratching, and a possible minor scandal requiring health officials and measures like disinfectant and whitewash. Judge Taylor is praised for a sensible decision.
Cumberland Times argues for priestly caution in youth gun handling praising target practice for policemen and children while citing a city incident where a boy, allowed to handle a gun, accidentally killed a neighbor woman. The piece warns against access and emphasizes safe training.
The speaker argues that proper guidance and hands on experience with tools from an early age build skill and judgment. Citing accidental harm, the passage suggests that sheltering children from toys and weapons hampers progress and insists training with items like guns canes axes canoeing supports development rather than discourages it.
Mount Pleasant Virginia today reports a series of Sunday and midweek social visits. Edward Carpenter and children from Chambersville plus Clinton Barr and Frances visited Will Lamp. Frisby Racey returned from Tennessee. Russell Carpenter and two daughters from Winchester visited Harry Lamp’s family. Mary Renner also joined. Opequon resident Ollie Taylor visited sister-in-law Roy Brill. Joe Renner Carroll Reynolds and husband of Winchester plus Lamp family members called on Ward Cadwallader. Will Lamp of Washington and Milton Sager of Mount Williams also noted.
Short article advises travelers on long hot journeys to carry Capudine. Two teaspoonfuls in water quickly soothe nerves and relieve pain, restlessness, and fatigue. Capucline is described as safe and liquid, with instant action. Available at drug stores in 30c and 60c sizes.
The local Sunday school announces an annual picnic on July 28 inviting all. Christian Endeavor drew a large crowd last Sunday with Hiwood White leading and Harry Lamp scheduled to lead next Sunday as Mr. and Mrs. Venner Milhon visit Opequon with Mrs. Ollie Taylor.
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