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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1927
Page
4
The Evening Star published in Winchester Virginia is issued daily except Sunday and consolidated with the Morning News The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror The publication is entered at Winchester post office as a second class matter.
The notice lists mail and carrier subscription prices including one year eight dollars fifty cents twelve months in advance and four dollars sixty cents for a year by carrier. It also states The Associated Press owns republication rights for all news dispatches and local news published Saturday June 11 1927.
The Retail Merchants Association of Richmond urges a household budget to ensure prompt bill payment and financial thrift. It argues many people spend without tracking expenses, and a budget reveals where money goes from house, auto, recreation, church, insurance, and other items. It notes government budgeting success as a model for individuals.
The article argues Americans and corporations may loan to Russia at their own risk since the government has no funds to loan or protect doubtful foreign investments and faces its own burdens. It frames the government as unwilling to back such ventures.
The Alexandria Gazette discusses Roger Babson’s proposal for an anti debt league urging people to cut indebtedness. It notes practical challenges in budgeting controlling purchases and avoiding high pressure sales that push consumers beyond their means.
Weather Bureau statistics report April rainfall in the vicinity at 6.3 inches. Such a volume per square mile equals tons of water, illustrating the flood impact in the area around the Mississippi.
The article notes that a state of 69 420 square miles received about thirty two billion tons of rain in April. It mentions the Mississippi valley being flooded and asks readers to consider the water’s weight entering the Miagiasinni river. It closes by noting geologists’ interest in crust stress from this burden.
A Polish goodwill gesture reaches the United States as half a million Mississippi Valley flood victims receive aid. Poles, recalling America’s war-time help, contribute what they can, praising Herbert Hoover for directing relief. The piece contrasts European oppression with American generosity and notes Poland’s pride in aiding fellow nations.
A speaker at a Sports men and Outdoor Show extols using leisure time outdoors. He urges activities from tennis and golf to hiking and seaside trips, noting some costly and others free, all to enjoy sunshine and open air. He celebrates Americans who maximize their extra time through outdoor recreation.
An editorial argues renaming farmers as agriculturists won’t solve overproduction or market access. It cites McNary Haugen politics and mocks the idea of elevating the farmer’s status with a new title. The piece says real help requires leadership to move farmers toward stable markets and better prices.
Danville Register reports that the Hampton Roads fleet review did not go as smoothly as Virginia observers believed. Frank R. Kent of the Baltimore Sun details surprising disruptions observed as ships passed the Mayflower and naval circles in Washington react to the revelations.
Pursuant to a 1927 circuit court decree in Davidson v Pullum this tract of about 67 acres near Strasburg on the Valley Pike and Cedar Creed, known as Mt. Pleasant, with a brick 1812 mansion and a modern barn, is offered for sale on July 2 1927 at 2 PM. Terms: one third cash and balance in two annual installments with vendor’s lien or deed of trust. Special commissioners invite private bids. court approval may cancel a public sale.
8 34 A M for Hagerstown and intermediate stations with connection at Shenandoah Junction for Washington and Baltimore. 1 37 P M for Hagerstown Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia. 6 32 P M Parlor car to Hagerstown and Pullman sleeper Hagerstown to Philadelphia. 11 29 P M for Hagerstown with sleepers to Philadelphia and New York. For fares schedule Pullman reservations or information apply to H W J Burks Agent Berryville Virginia Jno L Bladon Gen Pass Agt Roanoke Va
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