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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1923
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR notes show a 1923 publication line and post office designation. The readable items include a city name Win-Greecar and a date July 27 1923 with second class matter and postal reference. No clear events or people emerge.
The Farm bloc faces challenges as Capper fights for re election amid criticism of his wheat futures law. Support from farm groups and Northwest organizers contrasts with opponents who blame speculators for market declines and press to repeal the measure next session.
A Staunton Virginia Nes Leader piece ponders why men lengthen coat usage despite heat and fashion changes. It argues habit drives coat selection, noting women rely on handbags while men keep pockets to carry essentials.
The discussion centers on a proposed 50 million dollar Virginia bond issue and claims by George P. Coleman that 31.2625 million dollars in interest will accrue if approved. Senator Godrick, Coleman's ally, is credited with drafting the referendum bill though omissions on retirement terms raise concerns about long term costs reaching hundreds of millions and the burden to taxpayers for every dollar borrowed.
The excerpt discusses a bond plan with added interest and the most favorable view. It mentions retirements by the Coleman plan as minimum interest charges and warns that heavier interest may be paid if not.
A humorous verse where a cousin gets fired from the bank for rude talk. The speaker laments the effects of a flippant tongue and urges politeness as the golden rule. The narrator cites repeated firings from a grocer, baker, and bank as consequences of blunt speech.
The University of Virginia opens the second summer term next week with regular classes on Monday. Enrollment for the first term stands at 268 and is expected to rise as registrar and bursar finalize figures. Last year’s second term enrolled about 1,000, and this summer it is anticipated to exceed that total.
Nellie Painter, called home from Harrigonburg for illness, has returned to Canteburg. The note item also lists relatives visiting, including Cave brothers in Washington and local family updates. The update mentions Mrs. J M Jennings improving after illness and B Painter recovering from a serious spell.
In Harrisonburg the team routed Woodstock 14 to 1. Pitcher details show Holden and Thompson each yielded multiple runs while Stickley finished with two innings. Hitters included Heatwole and Satch. Umpire Holland officiated a 2 hour 25 minute game with two wild pitches and two passed balls.
The United Brethren Church schedules a Sunday morning service at 11 o'clock and an evening service at 8 o'clock led by the pastor. Sunday school meets at 9 46 with T. Hancher as superintendent. A Young People's meeting at 8 pm led by Mrs. Lillian Winkfield and H. P. Boyce as president. Prayer meeting is Wednesday at 8 pm led by Leslie E. Fries. The official board will meet Sunday evening after services.
Braddock Street Methodist Church announces Sunday worship at 11:00 A. M. with Rev. David F. Putlar as preacher and 9:45 A. M. Sunday school led by Captain M. Berger, superintendent. morning era services conducted by Boyd V. Switzer, Pastor.
Local notes recount visits among residents including Mrs Dorsey Ritter and children with her mother Mrs Charlie Smith and relatives from Winchester. A United Brethren yard party is planned for July 28 to benefit the church. A string of social calls and light weather details fill the town column.
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