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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1934
Page
4
Divine, New York and Robo Corp cited as national advertising representatives with Des Nature processes disclosed. Burch and Cote Ona mentioned in association with the listing.
A verse from Proverbs 13 3 urges prudence with words, stating that guarding one's mouth preserves life while boldness leads to ruin. The quotation emphasizes caution in speech as moral guidance.
Olin Dutra overcame illness and a slow start to win the United States National Open. He kept plugging along, while leaders faltered, and his disciplined practice and endurance secured the victory. The tale offers a lesson for graduates: steady work and perseverance beat flashes of brilliance.
A Virginia price split widens from about 4.0 to 4.6 cents per gallon with eastern rates around 16.3 cents and western rates near 20.9 cents. The source blames a zoning system along a north south line east of the Blue Ridge, not transport costs, for the higher Valley charges and questions the fairness of the arrangement.
Six windows of the war of 1812 are still receiving federal pensions. A highly explosive compound, guncotton, is made by treating cotton with nitric and sulphuric acids. Yes, South Carolina is the state where divorce is not possible on any grounds.
Officials push to lower gasoline prices in this section to approach levels seen in other parts of the state. The move signals coordinated efforts to ease fuel costs for drivers and businesses.
Discussion of film censorship and better films for youngsters notes British and Georgia efforts. The British Educational Film Guild in London sponsors a Children Society offering high quality programs like a Silly Symphony and Robinson Crusoe. Macon Georgia runs a nine year Better Films Committee with Saturday matinees charging 10 cents and free passes for institutions.
The Senate backed President Roosevelt authority to adjust tariffs for reciprocal trade with specific countries. Virginia’s Byrd supported the move while Glass opposed it. The House is expected to concur as the paper argues for timely tariff flexibility to avoid self sufficiency and missed exchange opportunities.
The current wool price hovers near 27 cents, similar to last season, with past gains to 29 cents and a Virginia profit estimate around 200000. Winchester buyers report dull demand as mills slow purchases, while Southwest Virginia producers at Marion Smyth County vow not to market until prices rise.
Researchers suggest both the Assyrians and Hittites followed a five day week in ancient time. The idea arises from historical calendars and day names linked to lunar cycles and market activities. Further evidence is discussed by scholars studying Mesopotamian and Anatolian records.
Joan Dudley rides with Drew Hallam along the Maine sea as their romance deepens. He professes love and vows a future together while she discovers a surprising longing and questions about her guardian Aunt Adelaide’s approval. Their bond grows amid fog and a dreamlike seaside setting.
Present and past rainfall data show 24 hour total of 0.56 inches at 6 a.m. with year to date 10.32 inches. Average annual precipitation over 21 years is recorded, with monthly figures listed from February through December including February 1.97 inches, March 2.82, April 2.21, May 3.94, June 3.65, July 8.41, August 3.29, September 3.34, October 3.00, November 2.33, December 2.34.
Cross Junction notes note June 1 as cleanup day for Fairview Lutheran Church graveyard urging all interested to attend from morning. The Rev Lawrence Williamson filled service last Sunday, and G J Lochstampfer and kin visited, with plans to stay and visit. Master John Strosnider recovered from measles and Norman Oates improves property with a new barn.
Doctors publicly repudiate the belief that the moon adversely affects the mentally weak, calling it an old wives tale and a relic of forebears.
An old advertisement extols Kellogg's ALL-BRAN for relieving constipation through dietary fiber. It claims bulk similar to leafy greens, fiber absorbs moisture to form a soft mass, and notes added vitamin B and iron. Two tablespoons daily suggested, with medical advice if ill.
Special commissioners announce a public auction of 103 acres in Frederick County two miles south of Gore, with timber and silica deposits. Sale June 27 1934 at 11 a.m. in Winchester. Terms: one third cash, balance in two annual installments with bonds and deed of trust. Bond posted. bids witnessed by officials. No timber removal until full payment.
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