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The Magnet of Unity
A devotional line quotes Ephesians 4 13 urging believers toward unity in faith and knowledge of God to attain mature spiritual stature in Christ.
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Winchester Postmaster W Nelson Page Praised For Service
The Southside Virginia NEWS honors Winchester postmaster W Nelson Page and his staff for excellent industry courtesy and conscientious service. The editorial lauds Page among top postmasters and credits the postal team with Winchester’s prized mail service.
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Winchester
W. Nelson Page
Nelson Page
Mr. Page
Sheriff Outsmarts Fugitive Russell in Ozark Camp
Sheriff Champ Crawford and a constable used a fishing trip ruse to lure fugitive Jack Russell from an Ozark Arkansas camp. Russell, accused of a killing and three kidnappings after escaping an Oklahoma prison, faced them and was taken to jail. He may face the electric chair in Illinois.
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Champ Crawford
Russell
Illinois
Diplomats Push for De Volsteadized Diplomacy
The piece notes diplomats abroad still face Hoover era liquor limits, with expense accounts requiring certificates that no money funded liquor. Despite repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment, high entertainment allowances to London and Paris remain just $4800 annually, while envoys spend far more from personal funds on food and drink.
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That Hellish Orangeade and the Michigan Governor
The report by Loren Dudley Dickinson, Michigan’s long serving governor, critiques liquor’s dangers in New York City and praises restraint among his party as he laments near misses to social ruin. He notes girls returning home unsullied and warns of orangeade stands rising despite precautions.
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Brown seeks $400,000 to lure tourists via historic sites
Pennsylvania official Richard P. Brown, secretary of commerce, plans a two year campaign with 400000 dollars to attract travelers to shrines and battlefields. He questions using bathing beauty images and suggests beauty contests like Miss Liberty Bell or Miss Gettysburg as alternatives to draw crowds.
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Richard P. Brown
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A Time of Plenty in the Harvest Season
The piece celebrates a bountiful two weeks with peak gardens and plentiful fish and chicken. Rural table staples Butter beans tomatoes and sweet corn are featured while cucumbers lettuce and squash add abundance. ham hock flavoring cabbage and new potatoes are noted as substantial, highlighting farming blessings and good food.
Wings of Youth Part I Love and Aviation
In a high spirited town Sarah Anne Meg and Judith Drake live amid aviation dreams. Jack Courtney, a famed pilot, contemplates future plans while Bob Kennedy recovers from a crash. A hospital night ties love, loyalty, and secrets as two couples confront danger and desire.
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Jack Courtney
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Bob Kennedy
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Unknown quiz page questions from Daily Quiz
A reader-facing quiz listing ten questions about U S presidents law mathematics geography and baseball. Items cover Philippine Islands president Marine motto founder Smithsonian word pronunciation and Niagara River island. Contains incomplete prompt indicating page two for answers.
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Averting a Collision Becomes Cautionary Common Error
A public guidance note emphasizes concise wording in reporting road incidents, urging use of direct verbs like averted instead of phrases such as avoided an accident by quick thinking to improve clarity and impact.
Clipper Seized in Pacific Named After Island Regions
One year ago a giant Hawaii clipper was reported sunk in the Pacific between Guam and Manila. Trial Justice Taverner is to hear a case involving assault with rocks and a pitchfork. Henry Ford marks his 75th birthday anniversary.
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Galleher Leads Virginia Young Democrats and Dressler Dies
John Galleher of Leesburg is elected head of the Virginia Young Democrats with Lester Arnold named a vice president. Marie Dressler, famed screen star, dies in Hollywood from cancer and funeral plans remain private. Over 800 Baker family members hold their second annual reunion at St Stephens Church.
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Leesburg
Virginia Young Democrats
Lester Arnold
Marie Dressler
Hollywood
Baker
St. Stephens Church
Heat wave sweeps nation as Virginia picks governor candidate
Ten years ago a severe heat wave causes widespread deaths across the continent. John Garland Pollard emerges as the Democratic contender for Virginia governor. Mrs. William Wingfield drowns in the Shenandoah River near Berry's Ferry.
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Kaiser warns Russia of German mobilization to spark world war
Five major items show 25 years ago a Kaiser threat to mobilize the entire German Army if Russia moves. A Martinsburg stable valued at 16000 dollars burned destroying over forty horses. More than forty five local firemen rode a train to Chambersburg Pennsylvania for the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen Association meeting.
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H. E. Owen
Martinsburg
Chambersburg
Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemens Association
Fire at East Piccadilly home sparks blaze forty years ago
Forty years ago a coal oil stove ignited a fire at Fred Winefield's house on East Piccadilly street. Engineers in Gainesboro district explored new company options including coal mine shaft digging as possible developments. John W. Huff of Rockingham county traveled with a horse to Pennsylvania markets.
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Fred Winefield
East Piccadilly Street
Gainesboro
John W. Huff
Rockingham County
Pennsylvania
Pifer Sets Out Platform For Frederick County Revenue Race
Luther D. Pifer writes to Winchester Evening Star outlining his campaign stance for Frederick County Commissioner of Revenue. He calls for more frequent property assessments, improved public schools with Bible instruction funded by non denominational groups, balanced budgets, and local staffing. He commends the paper for fair candidate access ahead of the August 1 Democratic primary.
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Harry F. Byrd, Jr
Winchester Evening Star
Frederick County
Virginia
Luther D. Pifer
Flanagan Responds to Senator Cather on Virginia Education
Strasburg reader W J Flanagan rebuts Senator Cathers claims about education funding pensions and salaries. He cites Plunkett based quotes and questions fairness of judges pensions versus teachers benefits, urging voters to consider tax implications for Virginia schools.
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Letter attacks Senator Cather over Route 50 decision in Boyce
A Winchester Evening Star reader from Boyce Virginia blasts Senator Cather for backing a Route 50 bill, blaming Moore for local hearings and accusing Cather of dodging responsibility. The letter criticizes funding for crossings, teacher pay, and political accountability ahead of a coming vote.
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