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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1934
Page
4
A regional consolidation brings together The Morning News Item The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror under a single publishing umbrella. The move aims to streamline distribution reduce costs and unify editorial direction across the five titles.
A notice states The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to use all dispatches credited or not and all local news published in the paper. This copyright assertion covers reprint and distribution terms within the publication.
Rates listed for by mail and by carrier including one year two six months three months and one month options. Weekly delivery listed as seven days with a minor typographical error in the word seven.
The notice lists advertising rates: 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum, 1.50 for four stanzas, 75 cents for cards of thanks, and 42 cents per inch for transient display ads. It notes cash with copy and that contract rates apply, with national reps in New York Chicago Detroit Pittsburgh Des Moines and Atlanta.
A biblical exhortation from Galatians 6 1 urging spiritual members to gently restore a fellow believer caught in fault while guarding themselves against temptation. The verse emphasizes humility and mutual accountability within the church.
Citizens and groups pressure the National Park Service to open the Skyline Drive to motor traffic soon. Virginia donors funded the park land eight years ago and delays worry residents who seek fall tourist access and cross-state opportunities. Courts in Frederick County publish an order of publication regarding the estate of Evelyn Virginia Campbell and distribution among heirs.
The U S consumed about eighteen pounds per person while Great Britain rose to twenty three pounds. The railroad known as Santa Fe is the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe. Snails have minute teeth on a lingual rib on.
Authorities say work will begin as soon as safe and feasible, aiming to complete repairs without harming the road or park. Crews will coordinate closures and detours to minimize disruption while preserving area accessibility.
Baltimore readers learn of growing American tourism to Canada and Mexico. The piece notes Lions Clubs convention in Mexico City and rising interest in Quebec and Gaspe as affordable North American travel options, reflecting a shift from Europe to continental destinations.
The Woodstock Herald reflects on a heat wave with 105 degree days and scarce rain while contrasting distant woes in Europe and the United States. It notes storms killing over thirty in Texas Gulf Coast, drought driving cattle losses in the Midwest, and widespread hunger and poverty, urging readers to value local peace and plenty.
Don’t miss the Valley Airways offer for three passengers. Round trip fare advertised with a day rate, but the exact cost is not stated.
Joan travels with Farley by a crowded lantern lit wagon to an inn in Spain. The journey through Canter bury like contrasts reveals a world of passion, intrigue, and a letter from Nancy Hallam urging Joan to join Drew in Barcelona.
Present and past rainfall data for the period ending 8 a.m. July to date and year to date. The Winchester Laboratory records show 21 year averages for monthly precipitation: January 2.41 inches, February 1.97, March 2.82, April 2.21, May 3.94, June 3.65, July 3.41, August 3.29, September 2.34, October 3.00, November 2.33, December 2.34.
Walter McGee is condemned to death for kidnapping Miss Mary McElroy in Kansas City. Shenandoah Baptist Association marks Bethel Church centenary and association's 50th anniversary. Governor Pollard and secretary Violet McDougall announce marriage plans. Frederick County expects a bumper corn crop after abundant rain.
After seven days aloft Captain T J Crichtons endurance plane crashes in Minneapolis killing the pilot. An intense heat wave sweeps the nation with many lives lost.
Charles Price, farmer and canner near Alma in Page County, reaped 2143 bushels of wheat from 63 acres this year. He reports 62 bu per acre on 4 acres, 45 bu on 10 acres, and 29. on 49 acres, with 64 bu per acre on 4 acres in 1931. He notes good tomato prospects and contracts for several hundred acres nearby and has 150 tons of hay stored this season.
Ten years ago Mrs. Harry Wilt sustained injuries in an automobile accident on a mountain near Cumberland. The brief item notes the incident as a local danger report with no further details.
Twenty five years ago officials planned to oil the track and grounds at the Berryville Horse Show on August 17 18 19 to eliminate dust. Water scarcity hit the Shenandoah river affecting Millville power plant operations and prompting anxious officials. Virginia Republicans in Newport News nominated W P Kent for governor as Barcelona faced a revolution. Nineveh post office reported a robbery of stamps and cash.
Two wills are probated in the county clerk's office. Minnie Keller's will leaves her homeplace share to her sister in law after a $1000 funeral deduction. written July 26 1933 and witnessed by W G Strosnider and S I Reynolds. George H Gardiner's will leaves all property to his widow for life then to daughter Sophia Treig. Gardiner died July 19 1934. Mrs Gardiner qualified as executrix posting a $500 bond. Appraisers named include George P Kern Harry Lantz L A Lamb Oscar Miller and William Racey. Daisy B Grubbs qualified as administratrix posting $1400 bond. appraisers named include C E Armel A R Armel Rueben Armel and others.
Women prefer Feen a mint chewing laxative for constipation. The product promises a gentler, more natural action by chewing to deliver laxative ingredients, appealing to delicate stomachs and regular use without harsh effects.
The Board of Public Welfare faces an emergency as only 400 dollars annually from the city to support neglected children may be insufficient. Ten abandoned children are housed by the welfare department, and continuation hinges on securing additional funds. Miss Margaret Hurst reports all city appropriations are reserved for dependent and neglected children.
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