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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1926
Page
4
The article notes that The Associated Press retains exclusive rights to the use of dispatches credited to AP or not credited to any other source and to all local news published in this paper.
A brief religious item citing Leviticus 10 8 9 urging Aaron and his sons not to drink wine or strong drink and a prayer that the Lord fill believers with the Spirit rather than intoxication.
Clifton Forge Review voices firm opposition to the proposed short ballot for Virginia. It argues the governor would appoint most officials, leaving only three posts elected directly, while urging an educational campaign and broader discussion of democracy as Woodrow Wilson advocated.
A historical column contrasts the old freight-hopping hobo with today’s roadbound transient. It notes the shift from railcar life to highway drifters who flag down drivers asking for help and money, while portraying growing pity and social sharing.
New York World reports the District Court for the Panama Canal Zone held a cow on the public highway need not carry a tail light. The piece notes the push for universal tail lights is sound but suggests restraint in requiring livestock to comply.
The article argues a lantern tied to a cow tail, proposed as a safety device, could cause unpredictable danger if loosened and hurled like a hammer. It warns potential harm to fortifications or people and praises the ruling as prudent and worthy of support.
The text argues that persistent forward effort shapes fate, with success arising from unwavering intention and mental attitude. It cites a Goethe quote that a person's intentions largely determine outcomes, stressing determined, continuous action over self importance.
Cumberland Times reports the Chautauqua institution director of music criticizes modern paid church choirs as heathenish, calling current practice entertainment and lacking genuine worship. He contrasts with the old volunteer choirs while noting past scandals and rivalries.
The Trescott Company of Fairport New York expands with a Winchester branch in the former Winchester Orchard Supply building. Bond Brothers of Winchester represent the firm in Frederick and Clarke counties. New power machines under construction at the Fairport factory target Berryville Timberville and other orchards with 800 to 1000 barrels daily capacity.
The Trescott Company, Inc. reports shipment of a 10 cars per day peach grading and sizing system to Fulton Orchards in Cherry Run West Virginia, and a 1,000-barrel-per-day unit to Consolidated Orchard in Paw Paw West Virginia. Smaller packing machines are in high demand with stock completely sold out due to heavy orders from Delaware, Tennessee, southern Illinois, Indiana, and the eastern shore. The factory is now on 24 hour duty and plans to ship several carloads to Winchester soon.
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