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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1926

Page

4

The Evening Star Publication Notice

The Evening Star is a Winchester Virginia daily newspaper published daily except Sundays and consolidated with several local papers. Subscription rates for varying terms are listed, with prices for both The Evening Star and Cartier publications. The paper is a member of the Associated Press and reserves republication rights for credited dispatches and local news.

Evening Star Publishing Co Winchester Virginia Associated Press

Speed on highways debated by experts and observers

The article surveys authorities on safe highway speeds, noting Maryland official Mackall's claim that 95 percent of accidents come from slow drivers and Dr Eric Gardner’s controversial assertion that 90 mph is safest after an accident. It discusses uniformity of speed, differences in car performance, and warns against racing to 90 mph. It concludes with a humorous nod to Ford limits.

Mackall Maryland Highway Commission Eric Gardner England Florida Gardner

Criticism of Byrd Publicity Is News Value, Editor Says

The Times-Dispatch rebuts critics who complain about Governor Byrd publicity, arguing coverage is newsworthy due to his actions since February 1. The paper notes Byrd led the General Assembly, advanced constructive legislation, and faces a long program ahead to complete his reforms.

Fredericksburg Byrd General Assembly

Diversified Newsroom Practices For Publicity Balance

The piece argues Governors receive publicity but differ in how much. It notes Byrd’s modesty may reduce press attention and compares newspaper coverage to satisfy diverse reader interests. It explains papers diversify news to please multiple audience segments rather than a single class.

Greatest Liberty Act Feature at Christy Bros Show

The Christy Bros big five ring act in Winchester on Friday July 30 showcases 36 horses performing tricks and stunts. Audiences are amazed as horses with mixed numbers align in proper order, a rarely seen circus feat.

Winchester

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Claim Fast Child Growth

An old drug advertisement urges fathers to give McCoy's Cod Liver Oil to frail children to gain weight and strength in 80 days. It promises 60 tablets for 60 cents at Baker's Drug Store and a 30 day money back guarantee if not satisfied.

McCoy Baker's Drug Store McCoy’s

Norfolk and Western Schedule Through Berryville and Roanoke

Rail schedule effective May 2 lists connections to Roanoke Bristol Bluefield Welch Norton and Waynesboro with Pullman sleepers to Gary and Philadelphia. Details include 9 20 A M for Roanoke Bristol and intermediates 12 26 P M locals to Roanoke 53 P M Shenandoah locals 8 39 A M to Hagerstown via Shenandoah Junction 1 37 P M Hagerstown Baltimore Philadelphia 7 29 P M parlor car to Hagerstown sleeper to Philadelphia 11 38 P M for Hagerstown sleepers to Philadelphia and New York. Reservations via H H Burks Berryville or J L Bladon Roanoke.

Norfolk & Westee Erly Berryville Roanoke Bristol Bluefield Welch Norton Waynesboro Pullman Gary W. Va Memphis Chattanoga Nashville Broiler Shenandoah Hagerstown Shenandoah Junction Washington Baltimore Philadelphia

Champion Topperwein to Exhibit at Winchester Gun Club

Topperwein will give a gun exhibition at 2 PM Monday July 26 at the Winchester Gun Club grounds west of Handley School with no admission. An all day shoot begins at 9:30 AM. several top shooters will attend. Mrs Topperwein holds a world record with 2000 clay targets.

Topperwein Winchester Gun Glup Handley School J. A. Anderson Winchester Repeating Arms Company Jack S. Miller & Bro’s

Yard Party Benefit Ball at Bryarly's School House

A July 22 yard party and benefit ball is announced at Bryarly's School House to support a local team. Proceeds aid the ball team with community attendance encouraged.

Bryarly’s

Freckle Cream Claim At Baker’s Drug Store

A loud advertisement promises Flyte cream dissolves freckles in four days without harming skin. It claims affordability and a money back guarantee from Baker's Drug Store and other druggists.

Baker's Drug Store Jadv

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Evening Star Harry Flood Byrd Morning News Weekly News Weekly Times Weekly Mirror Cartier Times-Dispatch Times- Dispatch P.D.Q Hodgson& Brown Jrs Baker’s. Drug Store Mia Ben Abraham Prince Atlanta Pleasant Valley D. A. Smith’s George Washington Hotel Baker’s Drug Store Winchester Gas Company Tak Kee Asa Ae N. Braddock St Grove’s Macedonia Church Epworth ‘League and Frank Gearing East Piccadilly Street Brooks’ Pharmacy Rexall Storf North Main Street Tara Virginia Loan & Thrift Corp Loudoun Main Aha Ai Northern Virginia Power Strasburg Charl Aver Washington St Chevy Chase South Washington Street H. R. Bryarly 15Th St N. W Washington, D. C
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